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Long Branch Daily Record

Location

Long Branch, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1913

Page

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Changes Advised In Auto Statutes

State Motor Vehicle Commissioner H Lippincott urges radical auto law changes to the Legislature.Proposals include strengthening the reciprocity act, keeping non resident license records at garages, extending tracking of non residents in state, raising driver age to eighteen, graded fines, 500 dollar penalties for fictitious registrations, and mandatory rear lights to clearly display license numbers.

Trenton Job H. Lippincott

Oakhurst Mourns the Death of John Henry Greene

Oakhurst and nearby areas honor John Henry Greene with funeral services at First M B Church. Fraternal groups led by Jr O U A M Red Men and Patriotic Sons of America joined the procession from the Greene home. Funeral officials and local educators attended while Rev Fisler delivered the sermon. Interment followed at West Long Branch with O U A M rites, ending with the hymn Nearer My God To Thee.

Oakhurst John Henry Greene M. BE Red Men Patriotic Sons of America Lodge Green Home Park Avenue Lewis E. Woolley Harry T. Fisler Isaac, B. White Board of Education Charles J. Strahan William R.tallman Harry G. van Note Morton Smith Lottie Metzgar Fisler Tallman Strahan White Oakhurst Board of Education Greene West Long Branch Harry F. Davis the Mechanics Willis A. Woolley Long Branch William H. Morris, Jr John F. Woolley Frank King Elberon

Legacy of 14000 for Church Adjudicated at City Hall

The case over 14000 left by Edmund West to fund a chapel at St James Church Oceanport is heard before Vice Chancellor Lewis Thomas V Arrowsmith and Gilbert Collins. William L Leonard represents heirs. The 1895 will directed the funds to Rufus T West and Emma West, then to St James if they died. Only eight communicants remain in Oceanport so church officials seek court guidance before continuing.

St. James’ Chuch Wolf Hill Edmund West Oceanport St. James City Hall Lewis Thomas V. Arrowsmith Gilbert Collins William L Leonard Rufus T Emma Dr. West St. James’ Church St. Mary's

Trapped in Swindles Otto Vanderheft Faces Arrest

Otto Vanderheft, once tied to Filberon, used false names to obtain $800 in tires and supplies from Henry Seligman and Louis Sorensen. When confronted by Sorensen and a deputy, Vanderheft admitted guilt, was arrested, and jailed in default of bail. The case parallels earlier $600 frauds and the suspect was identified by Sorensen.

Otto Vanderheft Filberon Henry Seligman Vanderbeit Louis Sorensen Walter R. Brinley George van Winkle Timms Brinley Sorensen Express New York

West Long Branch Post Office Robbed Again

The West Long Branch post office in Walter Sherman’s Mechanics' building was robbed between midnight and daybreak. Postmaster George L. Gibbs reported seven o clock this morning that stamps and change totaling about 12 dollars and a few cigars were stolen from the till. the safe was undisturbed. An August break had seen similar losses with stamps and cash, and settlement from the Post Office remains unresolved. Separately two cottages at Monmouth Beach and Galilee were entered by forcing windows. police will investigate possible thefts and check for missing items.

West Long Branch George L. Gibbs Walter Sherman Mechanics’ Building Gibbs Monmouth Beach Galilee Augustus Mihm J. D. Daley G. C. McKesson Mihm

Motorcyclists in mishap end with bruises and a spill

Arthur Dixon and Frank Devereux rode Dixons twin cylinder motorcycle from Oscar Morgan’s cigar shop in Asbury Park. A mishap near Long Branch caused Devereux to be hurled from the rear while Dixon toppled the cycle, both boys escaping serious harm and vowing to quit riding. A baby boy was born to Mr and Mrs George Cairns on Monmouth Street, Red Bank. mother formerly Miss Charlesanna Watson.

Arthur Dixon Neptune High School Hamilton Way Frank Devereux Tak William K. Devereux Oscar Morgan Asbury Park Dixon Devereux Long Branch Third Avenue Broadway Aedima Mattison Avenue Red Bank Geo. Cairns Monmouth Street Cairns Charlesanna Watson John Watson Brown Place

Long Branch Resident Thomas C West Dies at 56

Thomas C West lifelong Long Branch resident died yesterday at 10 60 am at 604 Broadway from heart trouble after a year of declining health. He was a painter by trade, former manager of the Fourth Ward Inn, and formerly staged on Broadway. Survived by wife Dora A West and five children Edward P West Frank West Grace Connie and Norma West. Also survived by siblings S T Slocum George West and Mrs Howard Woolley. Burial at Greenlawn cemetery under William H Morris Jr funeral director.

Thomas C. West Long Branch Broadway Mr. West John Y. Dobbins St. Luke's M. E. Church West The Brush Fourth Ward Frank Stillwagon Hoice Tommie” West Edward P. West Brooklyn Frank West Grace Connie Norma West 8. T. Slocum George West Howard Woolley Dora A West David Still Waggon

Deadlock in Peale Parley Stalls Turkish Belkan Talks

London reports a deadlock as the Turkish Belkan Peace Conference adjourned with no new meeting agreed though one Turk said discussions may resume. Rachid Pasha said Turks have no authority to concede further. Dr Daneff of the Allies rejected the current Turkish proposal. A separate notice: A.N. Heiskill appointed US Senator to succeed Jeff Davis, per Gov Donaghey.

London Eng Rachid Pasha Daneff Little Rock Ark A. N. Heiskill The Little Rock Gazette United States Jeff Davis Donaghey Heiskill Memphis

Cornering Market Held Violates Anti Trust Law

The report concerns actions to corner the cotton market raising charges of anti trust law violation. Details describe attempts to manipulate supply and price by a trader or group. Authorities consider the conduct unlawful and note potential legal consequences for involved parties.

Gas leak kills valuable orchids at Oceanic greenhouse

About $2,000 worth of orchids and rare blooms were killed in M. C. D. Bordens greenhouse at Oceanic after a gas main leak on Third Street. Head gardener William Turner oversees the estate as officials prepare to announce the damage and assign responsibility. A separate incident saw a children’s play hut saved from a fire sparked by a magic lantern. Strong winds lowered the North Shrewsbury river levels, revealing flats at Fair Haven and Oceanic and marking the river's lowest level in thirty years.

M. C.D. Borden Oceanic Oceanie Borden William Turner Alfred Reilly Seventh Avenue Mr.Reilly Shrewsbury Fair Haven

Deal Fire Chief Receives Silver Cup Honor

Benjamin Dirkenfeld, chief of the Deal fire department, honored as a top volunteer leader, received a silver roving cup from Mayor William Levy and Company No. 2 in a New Year ceremony attended by 800 guests from Long Branch and nearby towns. James R. Tinker spoke, and plans for fatigue uniforms for all members were announced.

Benjamin Dirkenfeld Deal Fire Department Company No. 2 William Levy James R. Tinker

Supreme Court rules cotton corner illegal under Sherman Act

In a January decision the Supreme Court ruled that cornering cotton markets violated the Sherman Anti-Trust Law. The court held James A. Patten and associates liable for trial, stating their contracts issued buy orders to exceed supply, intended to dominate the cotton crop, and would impede U.S. commerce.

Washington, D. C Supreme Court of the United States James A. Patten New York Patten Chicago Supreme Court United States

Parcel Post Gains Momentum at Red Bank Office

The Red Bank Post Office reports the new parcels post system is working smoothly since last Wednesday. Assistant postmaster John J. Many notes increased deliveries, with 63 packages received on the first full day and over 100 distributed on the first morning. Bulky items such as five pound eel bundles, plum pudding, brooms, eggs, and other parcels appear weekly, prompting extra wagons and the potential for additional staff. Also noted: a son born to Mrs. Gus Schanz. Red Cross Seals sales being tabulated. and a social dance planned by Monmouth Beach Warriors on Jan 10 at the Casino with 50 cents admission.

Red Bank John J. Many Daily Record Many

Deal Country Club Expands Golf Grounds With 16 Acre Purchase

Deal Country Club secures 16 acres from George W. Young to extend its course. The new land adds to the first nine holes bringing total yardage to 6,200. Previous plans to lease land from Colonel George Harvey fell through as he repurposed the property. The rearranged holes include a 275 yard fourth hole and a 660 yard fifth hole with a broad fairway of about 400 feet.

Deal Country Club George W. Young Holywood Club George Harvey Young

Elks Key Stolen by Auto Bandits in Asbury Park

A large red Elks key from the Asbury Park club room was stolen early Saturday. Police report breaking and entering and larceny after thieves, driving a car with license NJ 3,233, abducted bystanders and fled. Fred M. Schuppan identified the thieves as they sped away.

Elks’ Club Asbury Park Fred M. Schuppan N. J Trenton Judge Dugan Orange Joops Asbury Arthur Pryor

Stores Adopt 6 P M Close On Saturdays Winter Rule

Principal stores will close at 6 p m on Saturdays during the winter season. The practice, followed for years, allows employees to spend time with family and friends and is praised for this consideration.

Onward Council No 88 Waits for Officers Install

At tonight’s meeting of Onward Council No 88 at O U A M State Councilor William J Wakefield Jr will install the newly elected officers Four candidates will be admitted into Onward Council and one candidate from Rumson Council of Oceanic will be initiated by request Visitors will come from Rumson and Bayside Council Belford Juniors urged to attend Frank House is the new Onward Councilor

Onward Council Willliam J. Wakefield, Jr Rumson Council Oceanie Rumson and Bayside Council Belford Frank House Onward , Council

Deaths notice for Thomas C West in Long Branch

West Long Branch New Jersey January 5 funeral services announced for Thomas Chattle West aged 56 or 57 relatives and friends invited to West home 504 Broadway Long Branch on Wednesday January 8 at 2 pm

West Long Branch N.J Thomas Chattle West Broadway, Longth

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MR. Greene John. Sickles Mr. Sickles Campbell's Arcade Watt North Broadway Empire Theatre Chas. W. Ritter Man Brent Hgeudene Morris Avenue Eberhardt G. H. White and Family New Red Bank U. 8 Senate W. A. Hopping Charles “A. Frake Hudson, Avenue Stewart Sherman Palmyra Sherman John Flannery Maple Avenue First Reformed Church George C. Carre Misses Worden Gano Maps V. J Blekkink Supreme Court of United States J. A. Patten M. C. D. Borden Arloch Arioch Lodge C. F Noble Grand Charles Y. Clark W. RK Seymour A. 1. Reid Charles E. Harvey I. P. Reid Miller Newman Preston L. Wood Atlantic Ave Howe Red Bark Red Cross Seals Christopher Gregory Algonquin Ciety Warriors of Deal G. W. Young the Daily Record It Pays
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