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Jersey City News

Location

Jersey City, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1901

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Hoboken Crusade Chief of Police Faces Sunday Baseball Protest

About 100 people led by four clergymen marched to Hoboken Police Headquarters after a morning service to protest a Sunday baseball game at St George Cricket Grounds. Chief Donovan said the Sabbath law could be interpreted differently and would seek guidance from the Police Commission. the game between Hoboken and West New York was postponed due to rain. Clergymen vow broader action, arguing to curb Sunday games, while noting ties between local officials and liquor leagues complicate enforcement. The march recalled earlier efforts by Rev H T Beatty to curb Sabbath desecration in Hoboken.

M. B. Cherok Hobokhen St. George Cricket Grounds Wm. Marr Ministers’ Union United Presbyterian Church Pullee Donovan Charlies Meade Piret M. 5 Conrad Biunm Diret Reformed Church John Campbell Second Baptist Church Barr Donovan Board of Police Commissioners K. Barr Cricket Grounds Hoboken West New York Pers Mr. Meads Nazareth Bowery Iefames H. T. Beatty Iiet Presbyterian Church

Love for Lost Arm Heads to Supreme Court

Ames Furey nephew of Counsellor James Furey seeks 50 000 in compensation for a lost arm before Justice Collins at the Supreme Court. On September 6, 166), while employed by the N C and H R R as a pointer he was crushed between two cars after an engine bumped him. His uncle and legal representatives appear for the defense as the case proceeds.

Ames Furey James Furey Justive ‘Collins Supreme Court Furey Coonjamex Furey Charles’ Black le Vradenburgh Wail van Winkle

Seventh Ward Democratic Club Holds Davis Pioneer Corps Drill

The Seventh Ward Democratic Club will host the Davis Pioneer Corps in Columbia Hall next Thursday night. The unit has grown large, requiring two drill masters to train the men, as they prepare for the final company. All members express interest in joining and mastering military drill.

Seventh Ward Democratic Club Davis Pioneer Corps Columbia Hall Ake An Itercet

Turn Verein Parade Draws Five Hundred Patrons

One hundred fifty members of Mie Hudson City Turn Verein led by a brass band and chimes paraded through the Hudson y section Setirdey olgat to Sobudsen Park Utter Hil. Fireworks lit the route as crowds gathered and lanterns glowed along the march.

Hudson City Turn Verein Hudson Y Section Setirdey Olgat Sobudsen Park Utter Hil Maby Volkes

Grakeman Hurt In Pennsylvania Railroad Yard Incident

In a PennsylvanIa Railroad yard, brakeman Patrick MoKale of St Pauls venue was injured as drifting cars detached from a straight car. He suffered a knee injury during the mishap as cars moved away and he attempted to intervene.

Patrick MoKale St. Paul Jeh Pennsylvania Railroad Ray O'Eine

Boatmen's trophies stolen from Hudson Square club

Thieves broke into a boat club early yesterday morning and carried off four silver trophies won by the oarsmen, valued at about ten dollars each. The incident at Hudson Square shocked members as the club reported the loss and is urging vigilance.

Hudson Square

Raid On Gamblers At Morrin Moskovvitz Saloon

Captain Kelly of the Communipaw precinct led a midnight raid assisted by Warrington Holtie and Lockwood targeting six men playing poker in the kitchen of Morrin Moskovvitz at No 1 Pine street. The saloon keeper was arrested for maintaining a gambling resort. six players Henry Williams Newark George Woodruff Sussex street James Barry Whiten street George Smith Whiten street George Brown Hulladay street William Kenney Johnston avenue were taken into custody. The poker table and cards were seized as evidence. the Proprietor was held for the Grand Jury while the six players were discharged after arraignment.

Kelly Communipawave James Barry Whiten Street George Smith George Brown Hulladay Street William Kenney Johnston Avenue Uhough Captain Kelly Murphy Oakland Avenue Court

Fifth Smallpox Death at Snake Hill Pesthouse

Aged nineteen year old Ann Curry, daughter of ex policeman Mick Curry, died yesterday at the Snake Hill pesthouse amid an outbreak of smallpox. She had refused vaccination and suffered confluent smallpox. Six Pullman Palace Car Company workers convalesced and were discharged. Three more cases from Seventh street brought total patients to eighteen under treatment. A six year old boy remains in confluent form while Mrs Beckman and her three children, earlier brought from West Hoboken, are convalescing after a lemorrhagic strain.

Snake Hill Ann Curry Mick Curry Wascoe Macy's Atols New York George W. King Tme Pest House Pullman Palace Car Company Seventh Street Mia Beckman West Hoboken

Mrs Gott Seeks Freedom In Colored Divorce Case

In Chancery Court Mrs Mayme Gott of Hackensack seeks divorce from husband Wil. She appears in bright attire and gasps at the court, while Wil accuses desertion and counters with a cross bill alleging improper conduct with Else Gould. He proclaims he is loyal and jokes about desertion in a loud, combative exchange.

Chancery Court of Chancery Mayme Gott Hackensack Wil Gould

Yellow Wagon Collision Kills Two Horses at Ferryhouse

A Pennsylvania Railroad ferryhouse collision between a Yellow Journal wagon and a World wagon at two o clock in the morning fatally injured two horses. The Journals horse died from injuries while the World wagon horse perished after its shaft pierced its side. No arrests were reported as the wagons headed for docks bound for Buffalo.

New York Pennsylvania Railroad Courtland Street Feery Adame Express Company Buffalo Journal

Twelfth Ward Improvement Association Plans Public Meetings

The Twelfth Ward Improvement Association considers a series of semi public meetings at Brts nagel's IAM to discuss proposed improvements. Well versed speakers will be secured to boost public spirit and attract more residents to join as members.

Twelfth Ward Improvement Association Bpitsnagel

Machinists Threaten Strike Not Executed

Union machinists warned of a possible strike but did not walk out. Reports indicate leaders announced plans, yet no stoppage occurred as negotiations continued with management.

Police Parade To Inspect City Police Department

A large parade and inspection of the Police Department is planned this afternoon with 260 uniformed officers in two battalions including mounted units. The procession forms at 2 30 pm from Washington and Grand streets and proceeds along Washington to Montgomery Newark Avenue Grove Street High Street West Hamilton Place ending at City Hall for Mayor and Police Commissioners review before returning to duty.

Washington Grand Streets Burke Clemenson Murphy Craig Bargeants James Cannon George W. Snow Charles Harrington Samuel Archibald Michael Wash Patrick McLaughlin John J. Kelly John Kelly John Cody Charles Cox Archibald McKaig Thomas Nugent George Wohilleben William Duffy Berney Wade Washington Street Montgomery Newark Avenue Grove Street Highth Street Hamilton Place

Probable general strike spreads on DL W R R shops

Projections of a broad lockout grow as Delaware Lackawanna and Western workers in Hoboken refuse to return after the noon hour. A meeting is held at Odd Fellows Hall to decide on a strike for nine hours with overtime Sunday pay. A Scranton delegate reports back, with AFL leader Martin Plaherty in Hoboken optimistic today. The strike could widen from Hoboken to Buffalo if caucus members vote yes.

Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad Hoboken Buffalo Atén Bécaueus Odd Fellows' Hall Mew Scranton Martin D. Plaherty American Foderation of Labor Hoboken and Secaucus Hooken

FINE WESTERN TOUR Pennsylvanian Railroad Low Rate

The Pennsylvania Railroad sponsors a summer tour to the Pacific Coast and Canada for Epworth League delegates and others. Departing from New York Philadelphia and Pittsburgh by a special Pullman train, the trip runs July 18 to August 21 with visits to Denver Colorado Springs Salt Lake City San Francisco Monterey Santa Barbara Los Angeles San Jose Portland Seattle and more. Round trip from Pittsburgh is 184.00 with double Pullman berth and meals. alternative Pittsburgh rate is 5 less. The offer includes a 30 day period and invites independent travel via multiple routes. Tickets through railroad agents or George W. Boyd Philadelphia Assistant General Passenger Agent.

Pennsylvanian Railroad Pacific Coast Pennsylvania Allroad San Francisco New York Philadelphia Pittehute California Canadian Northwest Denver Orado Springs Salt Lake City San Francino Monterey Santa Barbara Los Angeles San Jose Portland Seattle Sant Wor Springs St.Paul Pennsylvania Railroad Pittsburg Bane Foundasa Ery Dow Barrer Geo W. Boyd Philadelona

Seventh Ward Club to Bowl Davises at Ocean Avenue

The Seventh Ward Democratic Club holds its regular meeting at 57 Ocean Avenue tonight and urges members to settle ticket returns for the recent stay. Plans for a Greenville Schueteen Pack trip on July 4 will be discussed. Bowing teams from the Davis Association faces the club on Wood Hall alleys Wednesday night. Davis Association won their prior match at Seventh's alleys.

Seventh Ward Democratic Club Ocean Avenue Greenville Schueteen Pack Clu Robert Davis Associaton Wood Hall Davie Association

Winth Meets Tonight in Clandestine Club Duel

A terse notice announces a meeting tonight of the Hint Ward Dewerraly Club with a duel planned at Bat ake auleyretily wee Thane. The fragmentary text hints at a small gathering and an event labeled as a duel within a local group.

Copper Trusts Rights Threaten Copper Company Merger

The court grapples with a proposed consolidation involving the Amalgamated Copper and Mining interests and Boston Montana Consolidated Copper. Justices assess value, stockholder rights, and potential impacts on copper output, with a stay granted pending the Court of Errors and Appeals decision. The case centers on a hoped $7,000,000 deal and the legality of a future merger.

Calvin O. Geer Amalgamated Piney Boston and Montana Bostatt and Montana Company

Chair for Dr Stoddard at St John's Bible Class

The Bible Class of St John’s Episcopal Church held graduation exercises in the chapel and surprised Rev. J. L. Stoddard with a cherry chair inlaid with pearl. Rev. Pascal of Hanover preached, and W. A. Amos presented the gift, listing graduates Edward Burroughs Agnes Anderson Minnie Flynn Anna Anderson Isabella Shepherd Louise Morris Besse Crumpp Florence Buckley Mary Larborn Clara Travers.

St John's Mn Pascal Hanover Staten Island W. A. Amos Dr. Stoddard Newport Amos Clige Stoddard Edward, Burroughs Agnes Anderson Minnie Fiunm Anna Anderson Isa ‘Belle Shepherd Louise Morris Besse Crumpp Florence Buckley Mary Larborn Clara ‘Travers

Moore Accepts to Lead Bergen Baptist Church

The Rev. Morgan Moore of New Haven accepted the Bergen Baptist Church pulpit offer. He is expected to assume leadership around early June. The church plans an annual meeting and a workday to unify members and help the new pastor revitalize the church after a period of neglect.

Bergen Baptist Church Morgan Moore New Hlaven

New York Fireman Dies in Hoboken Home Visit

Assistant Engineer Cornelius Bloodgood of Engine Company No 18 New York died Saturday evening at the home of Mrs Ke Lakely at 110 Garden Street Hoboken. Cause of death was paralysis of the brain. Bloodgood aged sixty seven had been on sick leave for a month and had gone to his niece’s home to recuperate a fortnight ago.

Cornelius Bloodgood Engine Company No New Yorks Nig Misce Mra Ke Lakely Garden Street Hoboken Bloodgood Hla

Teddy Off 10 Buffalo View Presidant Theontore Hocewyert

A fragmented report mentions Theodore Roosevelt era politics and a party scene in a distant region with unclear identities. No cohesive events or dates are established in the readable text.

Theontore Hocewyert G Party Tienda Hite Oioenmn Ono

Fresh Evidence Shocks Arlington Trial Scene

Special to The Jersey City News reports fresh evidence in the Barker Keller case as Mrs Barker is expected to present startling testimony. Rev. Keller, shot by Thomas Barker, remains confined by medical orders, his eye inflamed and access restricted. He warns against visitors while acknowledging a slow recovery, and townsfolk watch daily as Barker moves about Arlington.

Jersey City Arlington May IMS Barker Rev. Keller Thomas Barker Keller Ron Mr. Sands Midland Avenue Ters Coureson Sands

Mission at St Lucy's renews vows by three thousand men

The St Lucy's mission closed with three thousand men renewing baptismal vows as Father Joachim led instruction and Father Gregory delivered a sermon. Two hundred women also received Holy Communion, amid a solemn benediction with Father Boylan celebrant and assisting priests. The previous week saw 2100 women renew apostolic vows and 500 men renew theirs.

St. Lucy's Church Father Joachim Father Gregory Wadi Father Boylan Socenim

Edward G Brown Funeral Attended by City Officials

The funeral of Edward G Brown deputy clerk of the Tax Board who died Saturday at his home drew city officials and local clerks to pay respects. The service noted family ties and the large turnout reflected his public service.

Hdward G. Brown Clarke Tax Board Tokac

Striker Injunction Case Heard in Paterson Court

Vice Chancellor Pitney denounces interference with workers. Herald and two others challenge restraining order at a silk mill in Paterson. Judge insists workers may travel and work in peace and protect rights to earn a wage. Hearing adjourned until next Monday.

Pitney Herald Lik Mill Ly Paterson Ownia

Newark men fined for disorderly conduct review sought

Counselor J F muning of Newark asked Judge Blair for a review of Recorder Arthur Greenfield’s fines of James E Brown and John Sullivan each four dollars for disorderly conduct in Hast Newark on April 29. The affidavits show Charles Kerr faced assault charges. Brown and Sullivan were witnesses and allegedly interrupted the proceedings. They claim no complaint or warrant existed, urging the recorder exceeded his powers. Judge Blair granted the motion and ordered the papers filed with the court.

J. EF. Muning Newark Blair Court of General Sessions Arthur Greenfield Manning

Shaughran Rehearsals Under John C Sweeney at Academy

Rehearsals for the Shaughran by the Dramatic Section of the Robert Davia Association proceed at the Academy on June 11 and 12 under John C Sweeney. The director promises a creditable production with elaborate stage cutting and swift ticket sales.

Robert Davia Association The Academy John C. Sweeney Sweeney Playys

Funeral of Mr Gamberger Perginind Vj Tainberger

Funeral services for Perginind Vj Tainberger of No U Afsroyr were held in the afternoon. Conducted by a rabbi from Permwle Teh Eb of York, the ceremony featured moving readings and a solemn atmosphere.

MR. Gamberger Perginind Vj Tainberger No. U Afsroyr Surety Permwle York

First Ward Clus 70 Meet

The First Ward Demorreia Club hosts a 70 meet with local participants. The event showcases community involvement and local talent in a neighborhood gathering. Details are limited in the fragment but indicate an organized club activity with attendees and timing.

Fireman Loughridge Dies After Sudden Illness at 48

Fireman Daniel Loughridge of No 6 Truck Company died shortly after collapsing near Grove and Bay streets on a Saturday off duty. He fell while walking with a boarder and was carried to a saloon where he died of heart trouble. He served 25 years in the Jersey City Fire Department, was unmarried, and will be honored by a funeral with sixty firefighters and No 6 Truck pallbearers.

Daniel Loughidge No. 6 Truck Company Grove and Bay Street Falcon O'Gorman Lingbridge William Moran Montgomery Street Grove Street Bay Streets Loughridge McNally Patrick McNally No. 28 William Kett

Death by own action shocks Steuben Street resident

Mrs Annie Seaburn, 48, of Steuben Street, was found in her bedroom yesterday morning with burns and signs of ingestion after a bottle containing opium or similar substance was misused. She died shortly after at City Hospital as investigators determined no other substances caused the wounds.

Annie Seaburn Steuben Street Sandhea Beadura

More Smallpox Case Reported Amid Turmoil

A terse, damaged note reports another smallpox case amid administrative chaos. Names and details are unreadable, but the entry confirms an illness case alongside ongoing public health concerns and parental actions in the same period.

Body of young woman found in Hudson River at Grand Street

A young woman about twenty five was found floating in the Hudson River near Grand Street by a pier worker. The body, measured at five six, wore an imitation emerald and bore a tag from Herman Brothers Men’s Outfitters. Identification awaited as morgue records confirm the death after the river current weeks earlier.

Hudson River Grand Street James Hyguir Warren Street Teds Spetr Hogan Ofire Wilk & Pe Herman Hrathera Mei's Outfitters Wernih Mawerite Siicitia

Engel Shoots Himself in Apartment Tragedy

A despondent German-born man, fifty year old Zolm A Engel of 46 Laidhow avenue, near his apartment earlier, shot himself in the temple with a revolver. He left a wife and family. The case follows days of despair, ending in the fatal act.

Zolm A. Engel Laidhow Avenue Engel Germany

Court calendars and weather outlook for New York

Supreme Court schedules for Tuesday May 9 with listings at 1 a.m. and 6 a.m. Weather forecast indicates rain tomorrow with winds and cooler temperatures. Thermometer readings project a May 19 peak in temperatures.

New York

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