Atlantic County to publish financial report in newspapers
A 1903 county issue notes taxpayers funded 337022.37 of Atlantic County's costs. Resolution seeks to replace the pamphlet annual report with newspaper publication in Atlantic City and county papers to inform residents where their money goes. The amendment argues county proper residents deserve the same disclosure as Atlantic City's taxpayers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wrenreras
Atlantic City
Atlantic County
Appa County
County Board of Chosen Freeholders
Jterneo
Tin County
Board O Freeholders
McKee City Notes Highlight Local Shifts and Events
McKee City notes detail residents returning from Philadelphia and Wilmington visits, plans for a new hall by the McKee City and Thelma Progressive Association, and efforts by the local baseball group to clear open grounds. The Progressive Association New Year banquet and dance is reported as a success with community members praising the hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
McKee
Alice Jordan
Wilmington
Del
Charles Jordan
William GriMa
U Charles Perrett Wn
Ballwin's
Philadelphia
Baseball Association
O Pen
A Association
Becker
Hyphiis
Cirillo
Pennsylvania Railroad Announces 1902 1905 Tourist Tours
The Pennsylvania Railroad lists seasonal tours for 1902 to 1905 across several regions including California Florida Owl Point and Washington. Tours depart from New York and Philadelphia with specific January February and March start dates and two week or three to four tour durations. Tickets remain valid return until May 31 1905 with agents listed in New York Philadelphia Brooklyn Newark and Philadelphia offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Aibe
Californie
New York
Brindelphia
Huarriskeey
New Oreenna
Florida
Jarssonville
Philadelphia
Wand Marebo
Sta'e
Owl Point
Corafort
Keohane Bal Wasi
Yona
Point Coarmr
Washington
York
Philadephia
Fifth Avenue
Fulton Street
Court Street
Brooklyn
Broad Street
Newark
N. J
Geo. W. Boy
Grim Reaper Claims Alexander Vaughn at 43
Alexander Vaughn, fourth son of the late Captain John and Lydia Vaughn, died at his Gravelly Run Avenue home after a brief typhoid pneumonia illness. He was 43 and well regarded in the community. Funeral held at his residence with Rev. Wm. Sebench of Wesleyan Methodist Church officiating. Narragansett Tribe pallbearers served as, interment in Union Cemetery. Widow receives community sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Vaughn
John
Lydia Vaughn
Gravelly Run Avenue
Iast
Vaughn
Saferanberry Bog
Wm. &. Sebench
Wesleyan Methodist Church
Narragangett
Union Cemetery
No-Worry Remedy Ad Backs Chamberlain’s Cough Cure
An old advertisement claims Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy eases worry about illness and cautions pneumonia fear. It suggests using the product judiciously, notes no danger of pneumonia when used, and lists Morse & Lo Ady as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Morse & Lo
Ady
Wanted Faithful Person for Traveling House Job
Help wanted for a well established house across several counties. Local territory, calling on merchants and agents. Salary 31.03 yearly plus expenses. $19.79 weekly cash advance. Permanent position. Business successful. Address Standard House 333 Dearborn St Chicago. Ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard House
Dearborn St
Chicago
Agents Wanted for Solid Anandal House Manager Post
Classified notice seeks a trustworthy gentleman to manage business for a reputable Illinois firm. Weekly cash salary of 313 paid by check each Wednesday with expense advances and direct from headquarters. Address: 31 Laxton Builds Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laxton Builds
Chicago
Local notes and town updates mix sports and society
Sportsman Harry Beekmire of Nekee City captured a large grey fox Thursday morning. Articles mention church sermons, market specials, property deals, and local appointments including inspectors, magistrates, and business owners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shere
Harry Beekmire
Nekee City
County Capseat Relocation Bill Presented for Vote
Draft legislation proposes a county wide popular vote on relocating the county seat and choosing a new city or town. A 25 percent voter threshold will trigger a special election with two ballots: for relocation to a chosen town and for retaining the current seat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ine County
Egeton
Rougitot Soren Thompson
Bevis Board of Freeholders
Edward & Lee
Atlantic County
Cophreah
Local notes from Atlantic City summarize civic and civic style items
A condensed Atlantic City column reports on the State Board of Paxalion meeting planned for the 24th, local fire department chiefs’ sessions, and a church project costing 60 000 dollars. It notes bank day activities, customs appointment considerations, and Almanac dates for Ash Wednesday and Easter. Also mentioned are a trolley pole incident, a memorial service in the House, a resort hotel project, a shoulder injury treated with Chamberlain’s Pain Balm, a shipwreck fog incident, and ongoing court actions in the Life Guard case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of
Paxalion Wi
John L. Young
Wade
First Presbyterian Church
Bank
A. H. Philips & Co
Open Season Rules and Penalties from Fish and Game Board
The Board of Fish and Game Commissioners issues the fish and game laws with penalties for violations. It includes open seasons, gear rules, and fines such as 90 dollars for unlawful taking, 100 dollars for polluting waters, and 20 dollars for various offenses, with imprisonment for nonpayment of fines. It also provides guidance on lawful methods, posting property rights, and the aim to improve sport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tee Board of Fish and Game
Suni Hvapes
Bayer
First Hundred Dollars and Its Tempting Wealth Tale
A curious tale follows a young woman who receives a hundred dollars and resists investing in stock. She buys five and ten dollar bills, then seeks larger coins to display wealth. After finding twenty dollar gold pieces and smaller coins, she clings to the entire sum, chasing a grander display rather than spending. TheLedger notes the impulsive finance dream and its comic outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe
Sion
Philadelp Ledger
Idol of Paris Gabrielle Rejane to Tour the United States
Famous French actress Gabrielle Rejane, a Paris native and son of a noted actor, will visit the United States for a fifteen week tour starting next October. She will perform her Parisian hits including La Robe Rouge Zaza Ma Cousine Sapho Divorcons Lolotte and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mme
Gabrielle Rejane
United States
Paris
Gabrielle Reju
Eal Lame
Porel
Conservatoire
Regnier
Vauderilie
Mme. Rejune
Aia
Francisque Sarrey
Directory
Methodist Episcopal Sabbath School Officers Elected
The Methodist Episcopal Sabbath School elected officers for the ensuing year with Superintendent Daniel W. Metlure and assistants, plus a slate of teachers including Flijsh PD. Riley and Mary Hudson. The Missionary Secretary posts went to ELD. Riley and Wo TM Norcross, with Ray Seutl and Laura Jexeh as assistants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel W. Metlure
FE. OD. Riley
M. WH. Morse
George W. Sehussier
Baker C. Lloyd
Wilmer Abbott
B.D. Mattix
Cdwina Voleman
Kate McClure
McClure
Flijsh PD
Riley
3D. Natix
DW. McClain
Vante James
Ida Jeffies
Mary. Hudson
Betha Cramer
Farndalton
Rare “de Morsé
Jennig Norcross
Saray Smith
Mary Smallwood
Maggie Drummond
Laura
Raybel
BW. Jagersell
Newly Elected Officers Installed in Glasstown Lodge
Officers of the Order of United American Mechanics in Glasstown were installed in their council chamber. New leaders include Chancellor Stewart and Inside Protector Johan Abbott with a slate of officers named for 12 months. The ceremony featured speeches praising the order and its principles, and a delegation will visit Lincoln County for a public meeting this evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ate Couneilor
F. Awen
Glasstown
Charles Barberi
Dauicilor
Samypel Vand
Eex
Géorge Sehusster
Financia
DW. McChure
Daz W. Cramer
WW. Shaner
State Council
Ecorz
Fain
Juty
Ade Ets
Priceipnyy Orvan
Nga Beethren
Weadership
Order
Lincolin Couner
Glassboro
Chird
Bell
Tae May's Landing Baseball Association Reorganizes
Tae May's Landing Baseball Association reorganized to cover a debt of 9.3 dollars. Officers elected at Roy Beach’s residence: President Roy Peach, Vice-President Charles Stewart, Secretary Wilmer Abbott, Treasurer Edward J. Winton, Manager H W. Shaner, Official Scorer Clarence Taylor. A number of youths joined. a first-class team will represent Siasyg Lancing next season. Capitol Park improvements are planned with a literature fundraising series to cover costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tae May
Landing
Roy Beach
Roy Peach
Charles Stewart
Wilmer Abbott
Edward J. Wintton
H W.shaner
Clarence Taylor
Eam
Siasyg@ Lancing
Death Anniversary for John W W Beckett in South Jersey
Yesterday marked the third anniversary of John W W Beckett's death. He died after heart disease struck him during a cedar swamp inspection near Carmantown on January 9, 1839. Efforts to reach May's Landing for medical help failed, and he expired in Testmaster Lewis FE Jeffries arms. Beckett was known as an honest, upright man and a true friend to the worthy poor, revered in South Jersey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W W. Beckett
Lewis FE Jeffries
Crrmantown
May's Landing
John V. Becker
South Jersey
Atlantic City Council Forms Committees and New Leadership
Atlantic City reorganized Monday night with Alderman Kermin Maulock elected President. Committees were named by members and include Finance Law License and Police Streets Lighting Property Education Printing Special Street Paving Rules and more with numerous aldermen listed for each panel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic City
J. &. Westcott
Thomas Thompson
Jose E. Lingerman
W. J. Yank
Flisxrd
Sy Johnson
F. _A. Parker
Wiliam Bowker
Join Donnelly
Charles W. Mathia
Albert Beever
Stree
Bo Jehoson
Charlen W. Barbs
Joan Donnesly
J. =. Westegtt
E. A. Parker
Waika
Aed Briveg
James B. Renly
F. A. Parker
Daniel Kayouer
Lee
Joseph Lingerman
John Donnelly
William Bowker
J. E. Lingerman
S. E. John
D. Knaver
W. H. Vanaman
A. Parker
William Bowser
Edurarion
D. Knauer
EB Johnson
Charles W. Mathis
Willis Riddle
Albert Reyer
Lingerman
Bert’ Beyer
Westcott
Carge H. Long
Tans
W. Mathis
J. BE. Lingerman
PT. S
Ce Wy Vanatvan
James
Tenis
R. Vacamrn
J. S. Wetcomt
FE. A. Parker
William Dowser
William Hiddie
Yige
William Bosker
C. W. Mathis
Joan Donnelly
George H- Long
J. B. Reily
Tramis Thompson
Edward Johnson
William Biot
Anticipated Streetcar Franchise Draws Local Battle
The Augntle City and Suburban Traction Company plans to defy Mayor North’s veto in Messantville and implement the franchise provisions ratified by Conneil. Company reps claim the veto holds no legal weight as a large crew constructs the line to connect multiple towns with Atlantic Giz and the beach front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augntle City and Suburban Traction Company
Messantville
Conneil
Atlantic Giz
Beacy Front
Annual Congregational Meeting Of Presbyterian Church
The annual meeting of the congregation of the Presbyterian Church will be held in the Sunday school room on Taureday evening next at eight o clock for electing trustees receiving annual reports and considering calling a pastor. Rev H R Runde will be present as Moderator. James Coe, Clerk of Board of Trustees. Paired January 1903.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congresstion of the Presbyterian Church
Taureday
H.R. Runde
James Conbe
Board of Trustees
The Bibo's Banners and Local Advertisements
Local notices promote a range of goods and services including five cent cigars, plastering, and stomach tablets by Chamberlain. Trade names appear for Morse & Co and J. Harbert expressman with services from May's Landing NJ to Estellville Ave. Pleasant health claims accompany ads for travel and insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. J
Bibo
Chamberlain
Morse & Co
Meadow Land
Frank Rriddleton
Pennsylvania Avenue
North
Adlm
Pell
P.O
J. W. Cramer
Ady, Co
Stasy L. Shug
May
J. Harbert
Expressman
Regidence
Estellville Ave
Ady
New Discovery Promises Longer Life Warned by Editor
An editor from Churubusco Indiana proclaims Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption as the most fallible remedy for Coughs Colds and Grip. He claims it offers instant relief and is invaluable for weak lungs with no need to dread Pneumonia or Consumption. Water Power Company advertises bottles at 50c and 1 09 with free trial bottles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. H. Downey
Churubusco
Ind
King
Pnev
Araniee
Unclaimed Letters in May's Landing List
Unclaimed letters remain at May's Landing dated January 10 1903. Names include Mary E Brown Marie Battan Emna Carter J L Johnson David Parker Japher Price W H Stewartt Benj Werner. Callers must say advertised and give list date to claim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary E. Brown
Marie Battan
Emna Carter
J. L. Johnson
David Parker
Japher Price
W. H. Stewartt
Benj. Werner
Lewis E. Jeffries
P.M
The Secret of Long Life Promoted by Electric Bitters
The note touts Electric Bitters as key to long life by keeping main organs healthy and quickly destroying disease germs. It claims regulation of stomach, liver, kidneys, purifying blood, improving appetite, and curing kidney troubles, female complaints, nervous diseases, constipation, dyspepsia and malaria with vigorous health outcomes. Sold 20 cents with guaranteed purchase.
Remedy Stopped Headache Suffering in Winnie Woman
Mrs N. a Web-Ler of Winnie writes Dr King’s New Life Pills wholly cured her two years of sick headaches and Bilious headaches after taking the remedy for Gore Headache Constipation and Biliousness. The text mentions a Water Power Co. story and an ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. N. A
Winnie
Dr. King
Water Power Co
New Century Cumisytmillions Advertised In Ducktert’s Store
Promotion claims daily remedies for a wide range of ailments including cuts bruises fever sores eruptions salt rheum and warts. Mentions Water Power Up store and seller Ady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ducktert
Arnies Balve
Akile
Burne Bealda
Cly
One Minute Cough Cure Aids Girl After Croup Attack
A Chester Michigan postmaster A L Spafford reports his little girl was unconscious from strangulation during a sudden croup attack. After giving One Minute Cough Cure the swelling and inflammation subsided, mucus cleared, and the child rested and recovered quickly. The ad claims it cures coughs colds la grippe and throat and lung troubles and helps lungs send oxygen to the blood. Morse Co. Ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Spafford
Chester
Mich
Morse & Co
Ady
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Ad Schooled by Patient Claim
One hundred dollars a box 4g the value H H Tisdale Summerton DC places on DeWitt's Witch Hazel Balys. He says I had the piles for twenty years liked any doctors and medicines but all failed except DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve It cured me. It is a combination of Witch Hazel with antiseptics and tents relieves and permanent cures protracted piles sores cuts bruises seems out and skin diseases Morse Co. Ady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Tisdale
Summerton
D. C
DeWitt
Morse & Co.—Ady
Cure a Cold in One Day With Laxative Bromo Quinine
The ad promises a one day cure for a cold using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It states all druggists refund the money if it fails and notes Brown’s signature on each box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Urown
Kodol Restores Stomach Function and Aids Digestion
An old advertisement touts Kodol as a remedy that supplies natural stomach juices and handles digestion when the stomach is overworked. It claims the product relaxes tension and lets the body transform food into blood and energy, promising healing of digestive distress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kodol
Hell
Morse & Co
Ady
Unclear Fragments Mention Quinine Tablets and Prices
Fragmentary note references cough remedies and quinine tablets with a price in odd currency units. Contains stray names and words, lacking a coherent event or personages.
Trro Fallions 2 Yreaen When la buy try
Fragmentary OCR text mentions the United States keeping Candy Cathartiee at a rate tot millig oxes a year and projects three million a year, implying a merit prov discussion. Names, dates, and clear facts are unreadable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tsar's
Curious Dread of Defective Organisms in Quarterly Review
The passage notes organisms deprived of legs move by sinuous windings and appear helpless, yet possess adaptive features and similar life modes to other animals, drawing notice in the Quarterly Review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quarterly Review
Fragmentary Washington Star excerpt on political coin toss
An exasperated speaker recounts defeating an opponent after traveling far to vote and hints at shifting to Washington, while the other insists on term limits and future moves. The garbled text preserves a political mood and a hint of monikers.
Moon Myths Shape Fateful Delays in New Undertakings
The text notes lingering superstition about lunar influence guiding actions. People avoid starting major tasks when the moon is empty or at certain phases, preferring to wait for the moon to fall or reach a specific stage. Wealth symbols like silver or gold are also referenced as talismans.
Mother Supported by Son Amid Poor Team Performance
A widow mother receives backing from her son as the Chicago Tribune notes frustration over a poorly performing team and the impact on supporters.
Their Friendly Way
A fragment from the Atchison Globe and Saturday Evening Post notes the fall hazard and the people who advise on safer routes. The piece reflects on how the public comments on others mistakes while praising or criticizing the common man.
Unclear excerpt features smithing clash and horsehoes
Fragmentary passage describes a village blacksmith and a confrontation. A man snatches and snaps horseshoes as if they were sticks, creating an evident enmity with a narrator or target. The text lacks coherent context or dates.
Fragmentary 19th Century Notebook Snippet
A garbled morning note mentions sincerity and a street car, with names Foley and Paris hinted. The text is fragmented and provides few clear facts beyond a vague social scene and strained sentiments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Foley
Thome
Piple
Deerness Case Quoted in Breach of Promise Debate
Fragmentary legal dialogue shows a man opposing his daughter's breach of promise suit against him. The speaker laments the daughter's decision and recalls family honor and personal inadequacy as reasons for the dispute. The text reflects courtroom rhetoric and personal grievance in a historical legal matter.
Making Marble From Chalk Through Chemical Staining
The text describes creating imitation marble by coloring chalk slices in a color bath using mineral stains and copper oxide to imitate verde antique. After staining, slices are treated in a second bath to harden and crystallize, producing a material that closely resembles real marble.
A Good Policy On Store Etiquette And Personal Quality
An economist praises a familiar store for treating employees with courtesy, noting this builds customer goodwill. The piece argues against being a second class man, saying effort and aiming for first class standards yield better jobs, wages, and social worth.
Bank of England wealth and operations described
The London Globe notes England’s wealth via the Bank of England. It states the bank holds gold bars, covers three acres across three parishes, and values land around £1,000,000. It employs about 1,000 people with £250,000 in wages and £35,000 in pensions yearly. It reports £23,000,000 in notes in circulation awaiting exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Bank of England
London Globe
Hostess eyes distant guests. propose music to spark talk
The Washington Star reports a hostess expresses annoyance at distant guests and seeks help from Mise Cayenne to engage them. A musician is present and asked to perform to start conversations at the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mise Cayenne
Washington Star
Bonnet Sparks Quiet Banter in Philadelphia Press
In a brief fictional exchange the Mrs Spenders quips about a bonnet described as a duck while Mr Spenders jokes it resembles a pelican, noting its relation to the wife of the bill. The Philadelphia Press frames the light exchange as a quirky local item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spenders
Mr. Spenders
Caiita
Pei- Bs
Philadelphia Press
Ancient perfumes traced by Phoenicians and Persians
Fragmentary note states that records of Phoenicians, Astygians, and Persians show perfume use across nations, hinting at trade and cultural exchange in early aeons.
Time Quests Between Two Men Sparks Astonishing Tale
Two men, long estranged, meet after years and reflect on time's swift passing. The former journal notes the reunion and the surprising reactions as they confront shared memories and unresolved ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fomer Journal
A Pretty Love Story Involving Crown Prince and Miss Deacon
The piece portrays a sensational tale of a crown prince of Germany and Miss Gladys Deacon, claiming a romantic encounter at Blenheim Castle and a ring once worn by Queen Victoria. Denials follow from both sides while press and public waver between belief and disbelief regarding a royal love affair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Crown Prines
Crown Prince
Gladys Deacon
Miss Deacon
Blenheim Castle
England
Maribor
Troyal
Inferrid
Kylser
Igver
Victoria
Kaiser ‘Ham
Alisa
Trefaala
Paris
Hieving
Afri Deacon
Charl
Baldwin
Newy Ke
Gulf Stream Color and Its Naval Significance
The Gulf Stream appears as a distinct blue due to higher salinity. Observations show saltier water yields a deeper blue, with notable effects on navigation. 18th and 19th century sailors used surface temp cues to judge entry into the Gulf Stream, aiding position fixes and prompting patriotic comparisons to a blue red white stripe across the sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhanne
jBenja Frapulin
A ‘Wensel
Gulf Stream
Vithin
al Aliew
Also Mentioned on This Page
H.W. Shaner
Bexaton
McKee City Notes
D. W. Fraster
Mra
Fiester Crowley
Philadelpia
Fores
Itta
Anna
Minnie Murray
Pruntania
the Grim Reaper
Adv
F. B. Lake
Mary Corsen
Orenn City
J. T. Adams
Barrett's
George Schusaler
Barths
Emporium
E. ,. W. Christ
Presbyterian Church
Daniel B. Frazier
Atlantic Brick Manufacturing Company
Joseph Champion
Main Street
John P. Walker
State School For the Deaf
Trenton
Berrett’s
John FE. Jszard
Lafayette College
Daniel EF
Jerard
John Applegate
Mittie Heinrich
Tuckerton
Austin
Williams
Zane
Asbury Avenue
Ocean City
Eith
Edna Smallwood
William Smallwood
M. E. Church
D. 3B Addey
Elmer, N.J
Austins
Adve
J. Phineas Wilson
Clarktown
Josephine Sickles
Andrew Bozarth
Water Power Company
Ieturn Sime
D. BE. Jacard
Albertson
Jutiee
Hamilton
Weymouth
Buena Vista
Dartiel F. Vaughn
Hudson
Cooper's Point
Camden
Mro
John Crown
Rocky Point
Fic
Merced Mirs
Crown
John P. Waytor
Austinio
Criminal Court
Cadicott
Buena Vista Township
Joseph L. Veal
Veal
Post-ofice
Charles Hiner
Germantown
Charlottsville
Thareby
Hingers
Edward Crabbe
John Z. Gaskill
Atlantic Lotte No. 50
Dir. Gaskij
Atlantic Lodge
John T. Guskit
Moenasatts
Mendel
Arlanlie Ave
Gardner
House of Repesentatives
Nono
Fenaier
William. Sewel
Seashore Hotel Company
North Carolina
Mediterranean Avenues
Adyv
Thadseus Condon
Wiliam Prescott
Aca
Wiliam B.D
Alew City
Endicott
Union National Bank
e.Woodcock
Reed
Gray
Wilson Anipe
Fish
the Idol OF
Famou
M.E Sanday
Mereason
Feemorias
Dlayors
Melard F. Craig
Holdtegteys
N.Y
DeWhra
Amily
Croup
Dania
Washington Monumba
Washington’ Star
Chicago Tribune
Atchison Globe
Bey Aten
Peisce
Homsty Higgins
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