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Newspaper
Long Branch Daily Record
Location
Long Branch, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1913
Page
1
A woman from Red Bank has been missing for nearly a week after last being seen on a street last Wednesday. Police report no clues at the scene or in Jersey City and believe she may not have been able to recall her name or address due to mental state.
Mrs. Josephite Morris, wife of Jos eph Morris of Red Bank, disappeared from home Wednesday morning and was last seen boarding a New York train. Mentally troubled, she may not recall her name if approached. relatives and friends have searched New York and Jersey City without success.
Miss Catherine Higbee and Paul White wed in Shutnen Park after an evening where Higbee was intoxicated and unable to consent. The Jersey City suit seeks annulment with Special Master McMaster recommending set aside and Chancellor Walker granting decree nisi to become permanent in six months.
Willie Mayer of New York narrowly dodged a team from John Guire Feed Co as it turned onto Third Avenue. The 12 year old rider fell beneath a hoof and suffered a scalp wound and a crushed big toe. he was treated at home by Dr Carlo Henriquez before hospital transport. Deacon McKiver to preach a trial sermon at Mount Olivet Baptist Church tomorrow night at 8:30.
Washington considers three options in the Mexican crisis including recognizing belligerency, using force to restore order, or backing Huerta if power endures. Rep Murray introduces a resolution calling for intervention within thirty days if Americans are not protected, while Huerta exiles rivals as Diaz departs and De la Barra heads to Italy.
A four man Italian committee urged Red Bank borough council to curb streetcar speeds on the Shrewsbury avenue line. They cited a recent death of a local girl and urged action to prevent further accidents, including possible crossings stops if needed. The council discussed franchise speeds and asked Monmouth County Electric to reduce speeds within borough limits.
The body of C. R. Heike, who died at Sea Bright on July 4, was cremated at Linden New Jersey. Funeral director John G. Sexton oversaw the burial arrangements.
A recently bought salt water pump was installed near the new dock to spray Keyport streets. Mechanics from the factory set up the apparatus while the town discussed water supply limits and street spraying needs. The system uses about 200 gallons per tanitami, driven by an electric motor connected at the Oakhurst Light plant.
A fire struck the Main Street residence of Harry Higham in Oceanport injuring parts of Mrs. Higham’s jewelry. Firemen arrived after an alarm and fought the blaze for about an hour, saving the house from further damage. The origin remains undetermined.
Atlantic City petitions to recall Mayor William Riddle and Commissioners William H. Bartlett and Albert Beyer circulated by Simon Faber claim a majority of the City Commission. protests cite alleged improper conduct and use of office for personal gain. An active signature drive is expected, with possible efforts against Bartlett and Beyer.
Emile Pulsifer arrested by a motorcycle officer for speeding on Ocean Avenue pleaded guilty to 30 mph. Recorder Arrowsmith fined him $10. Jann James arrested for disorderly conduct at the Rhineland Hotel was released under a sentence. Marris
The Sublime Porte announced Enver Bey's army retook Adrianople in the name of the Turkish empire defying the London Peace treaty. Bulgarian forces retreated without opposing the Turkish advance. In London, suffragettes jailed for rioting chose prison over fines, with Mrs. Pankhurst among those arrested.
The U S Court seized the barge Alice Vivian owned by Charles Vivian Co of Shark River on a $2 580 debt claim by Alex Miller Co boat builders of Jersey City. The seizure occurred at Belmar inlet by U S Marshal Alcott. A separate incident left a boy with an eye injury from a First Avenue resident, his father vowing action.
John W. Maggs of Morrell street died in Freehold last Friday at age 83. He previously lived in Matawap up to five years ago. Survived by a widow and five children. Funeral services were held in Freehold yesterday afternoon.
The Oceanport Hook and Ladder Company outdoor festival and supper drew over 200 attendees to the truck house lawn. A eight decorated tables offered cold roast chicken ham corn salads relishes cake coffee gelatine ice cream and soft drinks while the Metropolitan Band played a hearty program. A special committee organized the event which featured new song selections including Oceanport's on the Auto Bus Line and left attendees pleased. Shore Club Dinners and social notices followed with several dinners and parties described.
Miss Nettie Moyse entertained numerous friends yesterday afternoon at her home on South Fifth Avenue for her ninth birthday. Games music and dancing delighted the guests followed by refreshments and the candle ceremony.
At the annual Lang Branch Property Hold Weld meeting held recently at the West End Ski Club, officers were elected with Richard Deeves as President and Dr. Edwin H. Sternberger as First Vice President. The board list includes P. Sanford Ross, P. M. Woolley, John H. Parker, and many others. several items were discussed but no conclusion reached. The association reported strong finances.
The annual harvest home supper of Tennent Church will be held tomorrow night. A number of automobile parties will attend from the shore resorts.
Spit Fire a horse owned by Koops and Abels starts a four furlong layoff after a runaway through Broadway and Ocean Park. He discarded a weight, dodged alleys, and tangled a delivery wagon before being recaptured with no injuries to people or vehicles.
Detective William Shat to found two new automobile horns brass tubings and rubber bulbs with other small brass equipment in the woods near Allaire. Mr Bhutto believes these are parts of another automobile stolen from Lakewood.
Gustav Hoppe nine months old died of pneumonia at Berdan place last Thursday and was buried in Jersey City. Funeral director John G. Sexton handled the interment. North Long Branch reports a building boom with Scriven Tavern constructing two houses on Atlantic avenue and Zimmerman Brothers finishing a house for Rebekah West on Atlantic avenue. Leon Hyer is building a house on West street with work by his father P M Hyer.
A Red Bank incident ends with a charge of jewelry theft valued at 200 dollars and two colored women accused of pickpocketing a Belford man. Foster at Freehells faces potential imprisonment up to eighteen three years if convicted. The jury deliberates on assault and battery involving Mrs Ella Overton and reports describe indecent proposals from Ruschner at Thompson's Crossing as authorities pursue the case.
The John King property on Broadway near Jackson Street was sold to a new buyer for speculative purposes. The transaction occurred through Do. Shaan, the Washington Street tea car agent. No price is stated.
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