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Perth Amboy Evening News

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Perth Amboy, New Jersey, United States of America

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Apr 27, 1907

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Self Healer Poisoning Death Under Coroner Review

In New York on April 27 coroner Acritelli probes the death of Mrs. M Vitoris from suspected gas poisoning amid medical society inquiries into her licensing. The case suggests a possible self inflicted act while officials consider charges of practicing medicine without license and note the self healer label. In Groveton Texas a separate dispatch reports Rangers Dunleavy and Robb shot last night as Prohibitionists clash over local whisky support.

Gan New York Acritelli M. Vitoris County Medical Society Medical Society Houston Tex Groveton Dunleavy Robb W. O. Swinley H. L. Robb

Black Hand Trial Witness Testifies in Wilkesbarre

At the Black Hand trial in Wilkesbarre William Eyans of Pittston, the first English speaking witness, testified that he heard many shots near the Rizzo home on January 28. The next day he found two shells before the Rizzo house and a large suit such as is carried by Italians was shown. shells matched those found in Luchin ni's home.

Wilkesbarre William Eyans Pittston Norcatazi Flo Rizzo Luchinni

King Edward and Queen Alexandra Sailed From Palermo

King Edward and Queen Alexandra sailed aboard the royal yacht Victoria and Albert for Naples. The king spoke of returning to Palermo after forty years to find it transformed. Alexandra has not visited since 1893. Edward will travel by rail to London while Alexandra plans a cruise to Greece.

Eadward Palermo King Edward Queen Alexandra Victoria and Albert Naples London Greece

Valuable Pictures Destroyed by Fire in Montreal

Montreal April 27. The residence of J. N. Greenshields, a criminal lawyer, on Mount Royal was burned. Losses exceed 100,000 for his gallery of valuable paintings. A female servant leaped from a third story window and may die.

Montreal J. N. Greenshields Mount Royal

Speaker's War on Lobbying in Little Rock

In Little Rock Arkansas on April 27 Speaker Hamiter ordered the house cleared and threatened to arrest anyone lobbying. He declared there are men in Little Rock who do nothing but lobby and warned he would jail those who refuse to quit.

Little Rock Ark Hanmiter

Murder near Shamokin linked to Black Hand threat

Nicholas Getho, an Italian resident of Shamokin, was killed near his home by an apparent Black Hand agent. The victim had briefly taken refuge in jail last summer amid fears of a Black Hand killing. The assassin fled the scene and remains at large.

Shamokin Nicholas Getho Black Hand Society Black Handa

Relative sues for two million after Utah rail foreclosure

Bayonne New Jersey April 27 Russell Sage Raphael kin of Russell Sage files suit to recover nearly two million dollars alleging that second mortgage bondholders were not made parties to a foreclosure against the Wa veh and Jordan Valley Railroad company of Utah.

Bayonne N. J Russell Sage Raphael Russell Sage Waveh and Jordan Valley Railroad Company Fof Utah

Binghamton Trolley Men Strike Breaks Out

A strike by Binghamton Railway Company workers began at 5 PM. Hoodlums crowded the streets, shouted insults, and attempted to sway others to quit.

Binghamton Binghamton, N Binghamton Railway Company

Commissioner of Patents Resigns to Roosevelts Day

Washington April 27 The resignation of Commissioner of Patents Frederick T Allen has been tendered to President Roosevelt effective June 1 Mr Avot will resume the practice of law

Patents Washington Frederick T. Allen Roosevelt Avot

Murder Suspect Locked Up in West Hurley Case

Kingston April 27 Frank Guertler is held responsible for the murder of Barbara Kismertz his housekeeper at West Hurley and has been locked up authorities report the suspect is in custody following the slaying at the residence

Kingston N.Y Ocrober Frank Guertler Barbara Kismertz West Hurley

Broad Street Sewer Testimony Tuesday

Joh Fothergill testified on Broad street sewer condition before Supreme Court commissioner John W Beekman yesterday afternoon. His statements will be used with other witnesses when the case goes before Justice Swayze. Testimony by A H Crowell Charles M MacWilliam and W T Stacey was heard yesterday morning and the hearing adjourned to Tuesday for further examination. James 8 Wight represented City Attorney Hommann who was out of town. James Parker spoke for plaintiff Adam Eckert.

Joh. Fothergill Broad Street John W. Beekman Supreme Court Mr. Fothergill Justice Swayze A. H. Crowell Charles M. MacWilliam W. T. Stacey James Wight Hommann James Parker Adam Eckert

Forest Fires Alarm Whitesboro Settlement Near Cape May

A forest fire outside Whitesboro eight miles north of Cape May spread over fifty acres in strong winds endangering many settler homes. The male population fought the blaze with little success by evening. Whitesboro, a 300 resident settlement founded four years ago by Henry C. White, a former congressman, which hosts colonists from South Carolina, is described in this report.

Cape May Whitesboro Henry C. White South Carolina Congress Washington

Dr Crowther Addresses Odd Fellows Anniversary

Dr Crowther, grand master of Odd Fellows, speaks at the anniversary amid great demand for remarks. The address highlights fraternal aims and the order's community role.

Labor to Aid Idaho Suspects

In New York on April 27 labor unions raised 101000 for the defense of Moyer Haywood and Pettibone indicted in Idaho for the murder of ex governor Steunenberg. Of this sum 920000 has been spent on counsel and expenses. An effort will seek 1000000 to fund the defense of the prisoners.

Idaho New York Moyer, Haywood and Pettibone Steunenberg

Priest and Millionaire Die In Puebla Auto Ride

In Puebla on April 27 a revolver fell from priest Hilario Hernandez pocket killing Joaquin Cassarato a young city millionaire. Hilario Hernandez and the priest were arrested along with A Guevara a rich hacienda owner who was in Guevara s automobile with them when the tragedy occurred.

Puebla Mexico Hilario Hernandez Joaquin Casarrato A. Guevara Guevara

Four Killed In Western Mine Explosion

In Seattle on April 27 four miners were killed and nine seriously injured by an explosion on the sixth level of the Morgan slope at the Black Diamond mine owned by the Pacific Coast company on the Columbia and Puget Sound railway. Forty men were waiting to be dropped when the blast happened.

Western Seattle Wash Morgan Slope Black Diamond Pacific Coast Company Columbia and Puget Sound

Washington Bride Hopefuls Tie The Knot Next June

Washington notes a society wedding set for early June as Miss Helen Dent Wrenshall, a Washington girl with notable lineal connections to Alfred the Great, weds Chaffee Grant of San Diego, California, grandson of the late General Ulysses S. Grant.

Washington Helen Dent Wrenshall Chaffee Grant San Diego Cal Ulysses $8. Grant Wrenshall Alfred the Great

Mistrial Declared In Galleani Case In Paterson

In Paterson New Jersey on April 27 the Luigi Galleani case ended without a verdict after a five hour jury deliberation. Judge Scott discharged the jury, declaring a mistrial.

Galleani Paterson N. J Luigi Galleani Scott

Governor Hughes Signs Gas Price Bill for Albany

Governor Hughes has signed Grattan's bill fixing the maximum charge for illuminating gas in Albany at 1 dollar per 1000 cubic feet. The law applies to the city of Albany and sets the price standard for gas suppliers.

Albany N. Y Hughes Grattan

Hughes Stands by Public Utilities Bill In New York

Albany April 27 Governor Hughes remains confident that about 95 percent of New York residents support regulating public service corporations and will persist with the public utilities bill.

Hughes Albany N. Y

William Peters Dies Suddenly In Ogdensburg At 65

William Peters, special collector of customs under Collector W H Daniels at Ogdensburg, died suddenly of apoplexy. He was admitted to the state bar in 1865 and practiced law for fifteen years in New York City.

William Peters Ogdensburg N. Y W. H. Daniels New York City

Local Socialists Form City Branch

A new Socialist party branch formed at a meeting hosted by S. Golub, 145 Fayette Street, with about twelve members. Morris Rippen was elected treasurer and Nicholas Rippen secretary. Isaac Cowen, an organizer, attended and will speak tonight at Smith Street and New Brunswick Avenue on the Roosevelt Moyer Haywood Pettibone controversy.

S. Golub Fayette Street Socialist Party Morris Rippen Nicholas Rippen Isaac Cowen Smith Street New Brunswick Avenue Roosevelt—Moyer, Haywood and Pettibone

Omaha Plans Compulsory Marriage Deadline Bill

A proposed city council bill in Omaha would compel all single residents aged twenty five to forty five in normal health to marry within sixty days or face a fine. The measure aims to enforce matrimony among ola maids and bachelors in the city.

Omaha Neb

Blast Uncovered Bandits Lair Near Tulsa

Workmen blasting rock seven miles south of Tulsa uncovered a large cave used as a hideout by outlaw leader J. A. Cox. Inside lay parts of several human skeletons and various curiosities. A carved wall name reads J A Cox 1864, indicating the cave as the band’s lair from Indiana Territory days.

Tulsa I. T Turkey Mountain J. A. Cox Cox Indiana Territory

Roosevelt urged to rest by Porter in Pittsburg interview

In an interview from Pittsburg H Kirk Porter former U S representative criticizes President Roosevelt warning the White House should not be a political headquarters. He says the ongoing fight against railroads harms business and suggests Roosevelt take a rest of a month or six weeks.

Pittsburg Congress H. Kirk Porter Roosevelt White House

Morgan to publish lavish color volume of miniature collection

London April 27 J P Morgan, under W Williamson, preparing a costly color reproduction volume of Morgan's miniature collection. Forty copies priced at 2500 dollars each and forty at 1250 dollars each, totaling 150900 dollars.

London J. P. Morgan W. Williamson Mr. Morgan

Taft Busy at Cincinnati Endorsing Yale Clubs Banquet

Secretary of War Taft visits Cincinnati for the Western Associated Yale Clubs convention and a University Club luncheon. He is to be guest of honor at the Yale association’s annual banquet that evening.

Taft Cincinnati Yale Clubs University Club Yale Association

Neglecting ads harms your purse in daily life

A reminder that skipping classified ads and promotional notices can lead to missed deals and savings. The piece urges readers to scan available ads for opportunities, discounts, and essential notices that affect purchasing choices and personal budgeting.

Plans set for new three story parochial school

Architect John H. Dayton advances plans for a three story brick school building for Holy Trinity church on Penn street. The 70 by 54 foot structure will stand on the easterly side of Penn street beside church property and include five large school rooms eight sisters rooms dining and sitting rooms a parlor kitchen and a 70 by 25 foot meeting room.

John H. Dayton Holy Trinity Church Penn Street

Governor Stokes Defends Bankers at Atlantic City Banquet

At the New Jersey Bankers Association dinner in Atlantic City Governor RH C Stokes defended bankers against universal distrust. He called the demagogue cry unfair while noting wage earners and small savers own substantial railroad securities and urged steadier faith in financial foundations.

Atlantic City New Jersey Bankers’ Association Chelsea RH. C. Stokes

Rahway 10 Begin Massive Dam Across Rahway River

Rahway April 27 Work will start Monday on a large dam across the Robinsons branch of the Rahway river for the Middlesex Water Company. The contract calls for completion on or before August 1.

Rahway 10 Rahway Robinson’s Rahway River Middlesex Water Company

Guggenheim aids school athletic work

The games committee of the Public Schools Athletic League outlined spring plans for four monster athletic meetings under league auspices for elementary and high schools. S. R. Guggenheim contributed 1000 to the fund to aid league expenses for the coming year. he has been league treasurer since 1904 and is deeply interested in developing school boys.

New York Public Schools Athletic League S. R. Guggenheim Guggenhiem Eague

Fishing Trip Set From Passaic Yacht Club

John Holm es Louis Krause Thomas Haggetty and William Keilley prepare to depart from the Passaic Yacht Club this afternoon for the Highlands with plans for a fishing trip. South Amboy noted in route context.

Newark John Holmes Louis Krause Thomas, Haggetty William Keilley Passaic

Church Services and Activities Schedule

The morning service at First Presbyterian notes a Psalm 80 18 19 theme Quicken us turn us O Lord God of hosts with a collection for the Board of Publication A 230 p m topic Prison. The Christian Endeavor Society meets at Keasby mission house at 4 led by Mrs Adrian Lyon on The Consecration of One Day Out of Seven. An evening service features It might have been and Yet may be. Monday 8 o'clock new board of trustees meeting. Wednesday 4 pastor class. 7 45 weekly prayer meeting with Thessalonians I theme. Mite Society Thursday 2 o'clock in the church parlor. Westminster Cadets Friday night. Grace English Lutheran morning service 1030 sermon Our Ignorance of the Holy Ghost Sunday school 230 Luther League 7 led by topic Christian Missions and Social Progress vesper 730 fourth sermon on the Lord's Prayer The Second Petition Sewing Society Wednesday, Luther League business meeting Thursday evening Junior Luther League Friday choir practice Friday night Simpson M E.

First Presbyterian Board of Publication Hful Christianeavor Society Keasbey Adrian Lyon Christian Endeavor Society Ella Deitche Foreign Missions Tomorow Board of Trustees Thessalonica Thessalonians

Sunday church services and afternoon leagues schedule

Morning and evening worship with organ preludes hymns and anthems followed by sermons and prayers. Sunday services include Epworth League meetings at 6:30 pm and a Baptism and holy communion next Sunday. Danish and German Lutheran and Episcopal services listed with times for classes Sunday school and evening services.

Hydrants and Sprinklers Plan By City Superintendent

The city superintendent says hydrants and sprinklers are essential for fire protection. He notes improvements are needed and outlines the morning briefing as a start to prepare repairs and ensure reliable water supply for emergencies.

Braga Club Night and Birthday Celebration Noted

The Braga Singing Society plans a private Braga hall social club night with dancing. A birthday party marks Miss Martha Dressler’s eleventh birthday at 9 Park Avenue with a large gathering. Local real estate changes include Jacob Gerns selling 58 Kearny Avenue to Richard Henderson, who works as chief engineer at Barber Asphalt Works. Thomas Mortensen departs May 2 for Germany and Denmark. Other notes mention Miss Cora Pfeiffer's return home, five Geiling children recovering from illness, and congratulations to L. W. Burton and Mrs. Burton on a newborn daughter.

Braga Singing Society Braga Hall Martha Dressler Park Avenue Anna Smith Florence Dunham Florence Smith Dora Anna Dressler Anna Peterson Emma Peterson Marion Smith Emma Anderson Gertrude Hienk Augusta Schumann Carl Schumann Carl Dressler Oscar Sehumann Arthur Hienic Hienic Jacob G. Gerns, Jr Kearny Avenue Richard Henderson Woodruff Place Henderson Barber Asphalt Works Gerns Lincoln Cal Thomas Mortensen R. & H. C. Company Germany Denmark Cora Pfeiffer Trenton Robert Geiling South First Street L. W. Burton Salt Lake City Burton Ella Comings Gordon Street

New House on Market Street Plans Shown

William Pfeiffer to build a two story frame residence on the southerly side of Market street near Kearny avenue. Architect John H Dayton drafted plans for a fancy woodwork exterior and modern improvements costing about $7000. Dayton also outlines a brick addition to Liddle Pfeiffer’s livery stable on New Brunswick avenue, extending twenty feet north and 100 feet deep. lot surveyed yesterday by Mason and Smith.

Market Street William Pfeiffer Kearny Avenue John H. Dayton Liddle & Pfeiffer New Brunswick Avenue Mason & Smith

Building Sold on New Brunswick and New Street Corner

Samuel Mandel sold his newly completed three story brick building at New Brunswick avenue and New street to Frank Wight of Woodbridge for 17500 dollars. Mandel will occupy the ground floor as a grocery store.

Samuel Mandel New Brunswick Avenue New Street Frank Wight Woodbridge Mandel

Staten Island tract surveyed for Princes Bay Realty map

Mason and Smith surveyed 400 building lots owned by Princes Bay Realty Company in Staten Island. The firm completed the survey last week and plans to market the lots once the map is finished.

Staten Island Mason & Smith Princes Bay Realty Company

High School Baseball Teams Debut New Suits

The high school baseball team bought new suits funded by proceeds from a recent concert and will wear them for this afternoon's game at Amusement Park with Erasmus Hull.

Erasmus Hull

Roosevelt Tenement Sold to Stephen Fabian

The large tenement erected by Max Engelson at Roosevelt was sold yesterday afternoon in this city to Stephen Fabian of Roosevelt, through the Brower & Bolger agency.

Roosevelt Max Engelson Stephen Fabian Brower & Bolger

Baptismal Service at St Peter's Episcopal Church

Rev J L Lancaster will conduct a special baptismal service at St Peter's Episcopal Church tomorrow afternoon at 3 30 o'clock.

J. L. Lancaster St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

Evening News Highlights City’s Wide Reach

A fragment from the Evening News notes its extensive reach with more than 20 000 readers in the city, emphasizing how essential its columns are to the success of local affairs.

Evening News

Bridal Pair Risk Death In Daredevil Auto Race

Albert D. Austin and Miss Martha D. Evans, newly married, fled pursuers in a staged serenade in a touring car driven by Harold Meyers. With a freight train bearing down near the railroad crossing, Meyers steered onto the tracks and sped past the train to evade the追ing party, leaving the bridal pair to continue to Burlington and spend the night, then depart on a bridal tour.

Burlington Cupid Albert D. Austin Martha D. Evans Pemberton Road Lydia Evans Austin Harold Meyers Myers Evans Meyers Beldin House

Postal Clerks Plan Elizabeth Meeting

Elizabeth April 27 The New Jersey Postoffice Clerks Association plans its annual convention in Arcanum Hall Memorial Day with a banquet in Queen's Hall. Key business includes officer elections and a proposal to shift National Association of Post Office Clerks business from local delegates to state association delegates.

Frank Maher Arrested for Disorderly Conduct at Nicket

Frank Maher twenty one of 27 Watson avenue was arrested last night at the Nicket on Smith street by Patrolman Long for disorderly behavior and refusing to depart when ordered by Manager Brown. Brown declined to press the charge at court this morning.

Frank Maher Watson Avenue Nicket Smith Street Long Brown

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