Kaiser Pneumonia Reported Amid War Strife
Kaiser Wilhelm is seriously ill with pneumonia aggravated by nervous distress, after months on front lines since the war began. In Dover England five bombs were dropped in a raid near London, with four more explosions along the cliffs but no fatalities. Exiled American envoy Myron Herrick returns to New York to cheering crowds and potential 1916 presidential talk. Artillery duels spread along the Western Front with French forces gaining ground in the Argonne and Aisne regions. The war flow continues as officials release brief casualty and front-line updates.
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Berlin
the Hague
Kaiser Wilhelm
Dover
New York
England
London
United Press
Karl Kaspar
Richard Otto
Ostend
Herrick
Myron T. Herrick
Rmer
Paris
Rochambeau
Ohio
Lys
Aisne
Argonnes
War Office
Aiene
Fourteen Die in Dynamite Accident at Lackawanna Shaft
In Scranton Pennsylvania fourteen miners were killed instantly when one man mishandled dynamite, causing a blast that destroyed a mine carriage in the Tripp shaft of the Lackawanna Coal Company. It is unclear if others were lost from an opposite ascending carriage. Most victims were foreigners. the mine law limits ten per carriage.
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Scranton
Lackawanna
Coal Company
No Opposition At Firemen Election In Long Branch
The Long Branch Fire Department elected chiefs with no opposition. Edward J. Reid became chief, James Ennis Jr. moved to the vacant post, and Andrew B. Nelson was chosen second assistant chief. The Neptune Hose Company member was elected without opposition, a rare event in the department’s history. Vote totals by unit were listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Long Branch Fire Department
Edward J.reid
James Ennis, Jr
Andrew B. Nelson
Neptune Hose Company
Volunteer Fire Department
Thomas E. Hoyt
Byron Engine Company
Oceanics
Atlantics
West Ends
Wibherons
Neptunes
Dalys
Byrons
Another Storm Approaches Coast Threatening New York Area
A new fierce Atlantic coast storm from the Gulf of Mexico is forecast to hit New York and New England with strong force, matching the destruction of the prior five day storm which caused about $1,000,000 in property loss and nine deaths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Atlantic
Gulf of Mexico
New England
Mrs Miller Celebrates Seventieth Third Birthday
Mrs. Miller, mother of Patrolman William J. Miller, aged 73, celebrated yesterday with a party hosted by her daughter Mrs. Charles E. Brown in Campbell Avenue. She remains active and received birthday mementoes as relatives and friends offered congratulations. A future event noted is a dance Thursday evening at Branchport Hose Co with tickets six cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert J. Miller
William J. Miller
Overton Place
Charles EB. Brown
Campbell Avenue
Owsband
Miller
Branchport Hose Co
Donkey’s Hut Aerose lecture at Long Urnarch House
Two hours of laughter featured a illustrated lecture and picture show by D. Pltoher Woodward titled Aerose tha Con nent on a Donkeys Hut. The event was a benefit for the church with tickets priced at 15 and 25.
Silver Jubilee Officers Elected at Loyal Association Meeting
Progress Council No 3 Loyal Association elected officers for 1915 at its annual Odd Fellows Hall gathering. Henry Joline reported on the New York silver jubilee event November 30 with 64 new members admitted. New officers include Henry Joline as Representative to Supreme Council and George Greenleaf as Councilor. The council plans an April Jubilee celebration and January installation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Progress Council
Loyal Association
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Henry Joline
New York
Supreme Council
P. C
J. A. Burns
P. C. Guardian
Henry Hulick
Sentinel
Killwood Conron
J. Wesley Seaman
Daniel Idoran
Legislature Subpoena Authority Vindicated by Committee
Senator Charles O Connor Hennessey announced that the Joint Appropriations Committee has taken steps to vindicate legislative subpoena authority. He condemned the defiance by Brewster and Scott, Hackensack road contractors, as the panel moves to compel testimony.
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Trenton
Dec
Joint Appropriations Committee
Charles O'Connor Hennessey
Bergen County
George M. Brewster
Walter Scott
Hackensack Road
Hennessy
Passage on compelled testimony before committees and courts
The quotation discusses the expectation that individuals will return or be brought back to testify before a committee or the next legislature, or a competent court, to answer questions the authorities seek. It frames potential legal processes to compel such testimony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre
Police Probe Lepesto Murder at Red Bank
Police believe John Lepesto was murdered at his Red Bank home Sunday night amid a party dispute. Witnesses are being questioned. one guest expelled earlier returned during a fracas. Detectives Frank Caprio and John Smith assist Police Chief Wymba as authorities pursue leads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Lepesto
Red Bank
Frevnold
John Smith
United State Detective Agency
Rei Bank
Wymba
Smith
Ex-Dog Catcher Held For Non Support
Emmett Lacy former dog catcher is held for the grand jury on non support charges after his wife testified she received only 20 cents in three months. Bail of 200 dollars could not be posted. Lacy resides in Red Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmett Lacy
Grand Jury
Lacy
Red Bank
Asbury Park Adopts Commission Government Vote
In Asbury Park voters approve commission government by 816 to 468, a 348 margin. Five wards vote across eight districts with a required 528 threshold. This makes Asbury Park the fourth New Jersey seaside town to adopt the system after Long Branch Atlantic City and Ocean City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asbury Park
Commission
New Jersey
Long Branch
Atlantic City
Ocean City
Christmas treats planned by Long Branch Ladies of the Poor
The Ladies of the Long Branch Society for the Improvement of the Poor announce a Christmas treat for children at the Grand Theatre in Long Branch New Jersey on Monday afternoon December 28 at 2 p m Donations are listed from multiple local banks and organizations with additional names to be added as received The report also advertises holiday rug sales and a re opening of a theatre under new management with improved facilities.
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Long Branch Society For the Improvement
Grand Theatre
Long Branch
N. J
Kalon Castle
K.G. E
Democrats Celebrate Victory at Monmouth Dinner
About 150 Monmouth Democrats gathered at the Freehold Democratic Club dinner at Monmouth House. Prosector Rulif V. Lawrence toasted the party’s wins, including Henry K. Ackerson Jr for State Senator Cornelius Barkalow for Sheriff Thomas Jeffries for Freeholder and a Democratic Coroner Town ship Committeemen and Justice of the Peace. Ackerson praised the turnout and urged unity among younger party members. Alonzo Brower mocked the Asbury Park Business Men's club and lauded the selection of county officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monmouth
Democratic Party
Sherittarkalow
Alonzo Brower
Asbury Park
Express Employes Narrow Escape in Rail Crossing Accident
Carl Uhl Clinton Harrison and John Dougherty employees of American Express in Red Bank narrowly escaped death at the Monmouth street crossing when a locomotive emerged from behind a passenger train and struck the express wagon horse. The horse suffered a broken leg and severe injuries before being shot by Dr. Lester Stryker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Uhl
Clinton Harrison
John Dougherty
American Express Company
Red Bank
Monmouth Street
New York and Long Branch
Lester Stryker
Lil
Car Driver Hits Train After Obstructed View
A driver named John Dougherty near Che fessing and Wien started across tracks as gates rose. The locomotive appeared suddenly. Dougherty could not stop and struck the engine, failing to avert danger to the horse involved.
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Che @fessing
Wien
John Dougherty
Troops moved to precautionary step at Naco Arizona
White House denies artillery and cavalry movement signals a change in waiting policy. Movement described as precautionary to strengthen forces due to cross border firing by two factions. No aggressive action contemplated.
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Washington, D. C
White House
Naco
Arizona
Ttwag
Red Bank Armory Accepted for State Use
Red Bank Troop B welcomes state officials Colonel Steele Colonel Fraser and Colonel Reading from the State Military Board who inspected the new armory and turned the keys to Captain R W H Stout. Banquet at Globe Motel followed. Simpson's Annual Supper Tonight by Ladies Aid Society at Simpson Memorial M E Church with sale of holiday items. Bible School Officers Meet Tonight St Luke's M E Bible School conducts third quarterly meeting with Dr Marrie presiding to discuss Christmas Jubilee.
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Red Bank
Steele
Fraser
Reading
State Military Board
R. W. H. Stout
Stout
Miret
Joseph F. Swannell
John J. Many
Globe Motel
Swannell
Sea Bright Cottages Barely Saved As Storm Abates
Sea Bright suffers from severe storm damage with torn bulkheads and numerous cottages undermined and threatened. Rail lines and streets lie buried under sand and debris while churches and cottages open to refugees. Several homes lost or damaged with extensive rebuilding planned and ongoing pumping efforts to save structures.
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N. J
Normandie
St. George's
Nathaniel ‘Jalines
Sea Bright
Sena Bright
Ocean Avenue
Monmouth Beach
Highlands
Glenwood Cemetery Elects Two Trustees
A meeting of Glenwood cemetery officers, trustees and lot owners elected two trustees for three years: RE Everett Throckmorton and John B. Thompson. Officers chosen include Benjamin J. Morris president Wilbur A. Helsley vice president William H. Morris Jr treasurer M Throckmorton secretary and KE E Throckmorton superintendent. The report notes substantial improvements, a complete set of tools, rebuilt Hatontown boulevard approach, a concrete abutment and rail, a working water plant, and a perpetual care fund of 7288.58.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenwood Cemetery
Benjamin P. Morris
Everett Throckmorton
John B. Thompson
Benjamin J. Morris
Wilbur A. Helsley
William H. Morris, Jr
M. Throckmorton
KE. E. Throckmorton
Board of Freeholders
Hatontown Boulevard
Woolley Will Is Probated At Freehold Surrogate Office
The will of Mrs Harriet B Woolley widow of Matthias Woolley was probated in Freehold Surrogate Office. She died November 25 last and bequeathed $200 to Bertha Fasj cett and $100 to Mary Matilda Slocum Susan A Throckmorton and Sara Jane Throckmorton. Personal effects went to Cora B Slocum Mary B Evans Sulla K Tilton Alma Emmons and Elizabeth Huselton. Children of ex Sheriff Matthias Woolley receive money left by his father. Remainder divided among nephews Winfield B Slocum Irving L Slocum and five nieces. Executors Winfield B Slocum and Irving L Slocum of Long Branch. Will drawn 1913 noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harriet BE. Woolley
Matthias Woolley
Freehold
Geibel Carol Service by Old First School
Adam Geibel’s Carol Service for Christmas will be presented by members of the Old First Church Sunday School at Abbottford Mall on Wednesday evening December 28 at 7 30. The public is invited. Committee: Mrs Elwood Magee Mrs Fred VanNote Mrs William Tully Misses Selena Atcheson Reba Whitton Lavinia Lane Grace Emley Elsie VanHuel accompanist.
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Adam Geibel
First M
Abbotteford Mall
Elwood H. Magee
Fred W. VanNote
William Tully
Selena Atcheson
Reba Whitton
la Vvinia Lane
Grace Emley
Mies
Elsie VanHuel
Dr Potts Named Defendant in $3 000 Damage Suit
Dr George W Potts of Asbury Park faces two $3,000 damage actions filed in the Supreme Court by Mr and Mrs Umberto Grieco of Ocean Grove alleging a surgical instrument used in childbirth was left in Mrs Grieco’s abdomen for three months causing suffering and claimed permanent damage. The instrument was allegedly removed in a later operation by another local physician at Greene’s Hotel Long Branch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Potts
Asbury Park
Victoria Grieco
Umberto Grieco
Ocean Grove
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Kaiser
Warsaw
Branchfort Nose Co
Wally Fiecord
Reid
Ennis
Nelson
E. J. Reid
Mrs. Miller
Lepesto
Jon
Hircchfeld & Son
Broadway
Ment
RPGR
First National Bank
Reese
Pride of Hollywood Council
Tribe of Ben Hur
Citizens’ National Bank
Crystal Wave Council
Aere
Hdependent Fire Engine and Truck Co
B, Sherman
Latour, Cranmer & Co
Amerigo Vespucci Society
William A. Stevens
C. Asa Francis
J. Addison Woolley
Atebeyee
Wilton
Axminster
Wiltons
Wiltom
TL. Weal
West_Front St
Washington Street
Opera House
Express
RED Bank Armory
Low Moor
Moore
Gen Bright
Calvin Hendricks
George M. Sands
W. W. Shippin
North Beach
J. A. Howland
J. J. Manning
Milery O. Anderson
Cal
Mth
Alia Linbs
Woolley
Royersford
Penna
Philadelphia and Reading Railroad
Ellis’ Hall
Davidson Building
Ike
Ady
Geibel
OLD First School
DR. Potts
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