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Newspaper

Perth Amboy Evening News

Location

Perth Amboy, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1912

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State Singers To Meet Here Saengerfest Plans Advance

New Jersey Saengerbund prepares third Saengerfest singing contest in VaIs City on September 1 and 2. Concordia of the city leads preparations with Arbeiter Maennerchor joining. Liederkranz and Concordia Hellidon also included. Next meeting set for Massapust hall on June 2 to finalize plans.

New Jersey Saengerbund Trenton Vais City Leeport Singing Society Concordia Arbeiter Maennerchor Saengerbund Massapust

Taft Jubilant Over West Campaign Trip

President Taft sped back to Washington after opening his renomination campaign in the west and praised the Toledo and Chicago audiences. He attacked Roosevelt's Columbus policy speech and expressed satisfaction with the temper of the crowds, saying the reception creates a sense of obligation to the people.

United Press Wire Pittsburg Washington West Taft Toledo Chicago Roosevelt Columbus Jared

Baby found in coal car shocks Philadelphia docks

Coroner James J. Flynn investigates the discovery of a newborn baby at the bottom of a coal car at Philadelphia and Reading coal docks in Port Reading. The body, wrapped in newspapers held by a safety pin, came from the Silver Creek mine in Pennsylvania. Flynn plans to notify Pennsylvania authorities as the morgue holds the infant for days awaiting information.

James J. Flynn Philadelphia & Reading Port Reading Silver Creek Pennsylvania Flynn

Bomb dropped into Newark bakeries injures owner

Newark March 11 A bomb was dropped down the chimney of Thomas Mistretta’s bakeshop on Adams Street causing an explosion that wrecked the shop and seriously injured Mistretta Labor troubles are believed to be the cause Automobiles for rent Phone 181 C A Sexton 7¢ Smith Street 4776-2-24-6m

United Press Wire Newark Thomas Mistretta Adams Street Mistretta C. A. Sexton Smith Street

Madison building rooms for rent near Smith st corner

Office and storage rooms available in the Madison building at the corner of Smith Street and Madison Avenue. Heat electric light and janitor service provided. Rent free up to April 1st. For particulars inquire J. Christ Company Furniture Store.

Madison Smith Street Madison Avenue J. Christ Company Trvonmx Smith St Ladies & Getlemen Jensen’s

New Storage Warehouse Offers Dry Rooms and Low Rates

J Christ Co advertises a modern storage building at Madison avenue and Smith street with lockable, dry, airy rooms for furniture and pianos. Rates start at $1.00, highlighting clean conditions and secure access.

J. Christ Co Madison Avenue Smith Street

Fire Company Sells Horses and Truck in Public Sale

In New Brunswick on a Saturday afternoon the Phoenix Engine Company sold four fire horses, a truck, sprinkler, and buggies for just under 1200 dollars. The city pays 100 dollars yearly per horse, funds used for care. Phoenix protested council pay and city agreed to 216 dollars per horse this year. Auctioneer Morris Bauer sold the gear outside the engine house. some see this as a first step toward a paid city fire department.

New Brunswick House of Phoenix Engine Company Phoenix Morris Bauer

Severe Knife Attacks Lead Perth Amboy Sentences

Judge Peter F. Daly sentences nore Wargo to New Tneormatory and Charles Meshap to a three to seven year range for a Perth Amboy stabbing affray and a wedding incident. The report also notes Americans in Mexico City arming themselves as tensions rise with federals and rebels, with embassies seeking marines and Torreon’s isolation threatening food supplies. Special by United Press Wire.

Evening News New Brunswick Peter F. Daly Perth Amboy Nore Wargo Tneormatory Charles Meshap Daly Washington Mexico Mexico City State Department Torreon

Hungarian Observe 15 March Anniversary Parade Planned

Hungarian societies in the city and vicinity announce a large March 15 celebration. Events include a parade, National hymn, recitations by Emory Bako Gizella Seemann Miss Julia Danyi, and speeches by Joseph Dani and Rev L Nanassy. The program features Lakotas band and a concluding address by D Volikan of the Liberty Camp WW0.

Hungary Joseph Danyi The St. Joseph ,Society Maygar Emory Bako Lakato’s Band Gizella Seemann Rev. L. Nanassy Julia Danyi Choir of the Reformed Church Barbara Singlar Julia Rozsnyal Bella Stark Mra. L. Nanassy Kuruc Lakotas Andrew Sizago D. Volikan Liberty Camp

Hold Man Believed Wanted At Albany

Edward Gallance twenty two years old freed from county jail yesterday for robbing a woman in a local restaurant was rearrested at 3 50 this morning by Patrolman Andrew Jensen with Patrolman Steed. He is held on vagrancy charges while police seek word from Albany N Y where they believe he escaped jail after a serious arrest.

Edward Gallance Andrew Jensen Steed Albany

Wagon narrowly escapes collision with trolley car

A Central Traction trolley car No. 3 nearly struck a wagon owned by John Seaman and driven by John Oworta at Staté and Fayette streets at noon today. The frightened horse bolted as the car sped by, missing the wagon by a foot.

Bivue and White Literary Society Holds First Session

The first session of the bivue and white literary society connected with the Y M H A three branches met yesterday afternoon in the rooms. Officers were installed and committees appointed. Miss Lillian Singer and Dr. Bernard Feldman to draft a constitution. Promotion committee named Hilda Brody Jennie Wedeen Alvin Jacobson Morris Miller. Members debated if the foreigner makes the better student.

Bivue and White Literary Society Lillian Singer Bernard Feldman Promm Hilda Brody Jennie Wedeen Alvin Jacobson Morris Miller

Roosevelt Elated Over Jury Duty, Comments On Rules Of The Game

Colonel Roosevelt, commenting on the rules of the game, said he would see if the people attend the bleachers. He reported for jury duty today but was excused after fifteen minutes as a damage suit began Friday. His letter to Senator Dixon will appear on page 10.

United Press Wire Mineola Roosevelt Senator Dixon

Youthful thieves snatch purses at Central station

Police report several youths involved in petty thefts around the city. A woman at Central railroad station lost her pocketbook Saturday night as a tall slim youth in a ray cap and light gray overcoat fled along the tracks toward Market Street. Officers pursue leads, expecting an arrest within days as authorities connect the crimes to recently discharged state inmates.

Central Railroad Kozusko Market Street

Keyport Man Settles with Accused Lawyer

Special to the Evening News from Keyport March 11. Arthur Colyer a Perth Amboy lawyer faced claims of obtaining money under false pretenses after cashing a $10 check marked no account at Sea Coast National Bank Asbury Park. Father Jesse Colyer settled his claim in full and the Lake complaint may not be pressed. An earlier Matawan notice referenced but no warrant was issued. Ralph Seaman son of Alderman Seaman declined to discuss or confirm settlement of a $100 claim.

Keyport Arthur Colyer Perth Settleansion House Colyer Jesse Colyer Lake Wentworth Mansion House Sea Coast National Bank Asbury Park James McCann Perth Amboy District Court

Sugar Trust Trial Opens in U S Court

In New York on March 11 the sugar trust officials accused of destroying the Pennsylvania Sugar Refining Company began trial in the criminal branch before Judge Hand. The case follows months of delay and is expected to last several weeks.

United Press Wire New York Sugar Trust Pennsylvania Sugar Refining Company United States Court

Miss Taft Demonstrates in Washington Exhibit Action

Miss Helen Taft daughter of the President demonstrated in an F street store this afternoon as one of about twenty young society women acting as guides at the Consumers League of the District of Columbia exhibits.

United Press Wire Washington Helen Taft F Street Consumers League of the District of Columbia

Powers Dies in Philadelphia Hospital

Frank A Powers a member of Po Ambo tribe of Red Men of this city died this afternoon in University hospital Philadelphia.

Frank A. Powers University Hospital Philadelphia

Reception marks 32nd anniversary at Paterson Street home

The Kubetzka residence on Paterson Street hosted a Saturday evening reception celebrating Mrs. Kubetzka's 32nd anniversary. Vocal and instrumental solos opened the program, followed by a repast. Performers included Mr. and Mrs. J. Kempt of Brooklyn, Mr. and Mrs. George Doramann of Brooklyn, and Edward Koehler of this city assisting in the music.

Joseph Kubetzka Paterson Street Kubetzke J. Kempt Brooklyn George Doramann Edward Koehler

Surprise Meeting Urged by Regent For Arcanum Council

Regent Herbert Weelom of MiAa ciesex Council No 1106 Royal Arcanum calls all members to attend the meeting tomorrow night. Orator John Hanson plans a surprise after the business session with special entertainment. Two new members joined Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church by letter yesterday as Rev Dr William Palmer preached both services.

Methodist Church Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church William ®. Palmer

Delay Tactics to Free Quack Stubbert Draw Scorn

James Edward Stubbert, the alleged quack, faces prolonged delays as counsel William F. Andrews and Assistant Prosecutor Russell B. Watson accuse each other of lies over surrender. Andrews allegedly misled Watson about an 11 am handover, while writs of habeas corpus and bail plans cloud the case. County officials sought Stubbert’s transfer to Middlesex County for trial, amid dispute over custody and timing.

James Edward Stubbert Middlesex Stubbert William F. Andrews New York Russell B. Watson Andrews

Nine Candidates Initiated by Haymakers at Red Men Hall

One of the largest Po Ambo Loft 654 Haymakers meetings in recent times held in Red Men hall yesterday afternoon initiated nine candidates. The ball committee reported on the annual ball at Washington hall, with about $150 raised by the affair and refreshments following.

Po Ambo Red Men Hall Washington Hall

Y. W. H. A. Elects Officers at Social Afternoon

The Y. W. H. A. held an election of officers in their rooms yesterday afternoon. Ida Mintz was elected president, Hannah Goldberger vice president, Sarah Goldstein recording secretary, Marion Mintz financial secretary, and Ida Goldberger treasurer. Several social events are planned for spring and summer.

Ida Mintz Hannah Goldberger Sarah Goldstein Marion Mintz Ida Goldberger

Man dies from burns at Raritan works

Injuries from an explosion at the Raritan Copper Works last week caused the death of Frank Obertz in the city hospital Saturday afternoon. He was 38, of 526 State Street. funeral arrangements are being made.

Raritan Frank Obertz City Hospital Obertz State Street

Moving Picture Drama Captures House Glare During Speech

Washington report describes Speaker Clark mounting the rostrum under bright mercury lights to address a crowd of spectators. The moving pictures were filmed for use at the coming campaign meeting and show a lurid glow through the House.

United Press Wire Washington Clark Ron

Cavalry Detachment Sent to Canutillo Amid Mexican Threats

United Press dispatch from El Paso reports a detachment of the Fourth U S Cavalry moved to Canutillo Texas as Mexican threats increase. Jaurez remains quiet with tensions rising along the border.

United Press el Paso Fourth United States Cavalry Canutillo Texas Jaurez

Boston Broker Shot After Investment Dispute

Boston dispatch reports Spencer R. Hill a brokerage firm member was shot by Herman Lewinski who said he had invested money with Hill. Hill's condition described as not serious.

United Press Wire Boston Spencer R. Hill Herman Lewinski Lewinski Hill

Earthquake Recorded at Washington Georgetown Seismographs

Seismographs at Georgetown University logged unusually intense shocks on March 11, with belief the quake extended toward Cuba or farther south, noting broad geographic reach of the tremor.

United Press Wire Washington Georgetown University Cuba

For Sale Garage and Charm in First Class Condition

Sale item describes a 20 by 40 foot two story structure with slate roof offered by Krebelnheimer's theater at 128 mith street Perth Am abhi. The fragmentary notice lacks clear buyer contact and complete address details.

Krebelnheimer’s Theater Mith Street Perth Am Abhi

Tragic Perth Amboy youth Ferdinand Reuter commits suicide

Ferdinand A Reuter nineteen year old resident of Perth Amboy hanged himself in the New York Life Insurance Building tower in New York City last Saturday. Coroner say death occurred two days earlier. His mother died in Tren ton asylum two years ago. Relatives believe ongoing worry over his mother s death and fear for his own health drove him to kill himself. Messages found in his pockets reveal insurance and family concerns. He had recently visited his father Emil Reuter of 335 Madison Avenue and had been staying with him briefly before his departure for New York. The body to be buried in Brooklyn Wednesday.

Tower of New York Asylum Ferdinand A. Reuter New York Life Insurance Company Broadway New York Frank Gill Hellenstein Emil Reuter Madison Avenue W. Naulty, Jr Reuter Valley Stream N. Y Perth Amboy High School Trenton Perth Amboy New York Insurance’ Company R. C. Vander Clute Julia Mr. Clute Insurance Commission Brooklyn Kellner

Open Government Case Against the Packers

Chicago March 11 Special Government Attorney Shean opened the government's reply to the Packers defense seeking a direct verdict. He declared a crime had been proved and that ten defendant packers had committed the crime.

United Press Wire Chicago Shean

Mrs Emiline Pankhurst for Hunger Strike Ill

London March 11 Mrs Emiline Pankhurst of the British Militant Suffragettes is in the prison hospital after a hunger strike in Holaway. Friends say the illness is bronchitis brought on by solitary confinement in a cold cell, and her condition is serious.

United Press Wire London Holaway Emiline Pankhurst

New Constitution For Ghina Duly Approved

Nanking on March 11 reports the national assembly has approved the new constitution. It grants the assembly power to elect the president and vice president and to control the cabinet.

Ghina United Press Wire Nanking National Assembly Assembl

Two Women Die In Lamp Explosion Tragedy

Special by United Premire Philadelphia March 11 Two women burned to death when a kerosene lamp exploded Mrs Katherine Moran tried to blow out the light and was killed Mrs Katherine Bradley fifty years old died in a similar accident Automobiles for rent Phone 181 A Sexton 70 Smith street 6022-3-6-tf

United Premire Philadelphia Katherine Moran Katherine Bradley A. Sexton Smith Street

Supreme Court rules patent license limits infringe sales

Washington March 11. The U S Supreme Court delivered a severe blow to cut rate stores ruling that selling or using patented articles contrary to license restrictions prescribed by patentees constitutes patent infringement.

United Press Wire Washington Supreme Court of the United States

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Mgerbund Pton Gerardin and Arbeiter- Maennerchor Patia Are Scheuer Building Rlso Spiczer Car State Smith Streeta Amsoy N. J C. A. Sextor Sri H Street Fire Company Columbia Hall Ali W. H. Lake Ralph Seaman F. A. Seaman Seaman Frank Powers Phila. Hospital W. E. Cann Elizabeth Young Men’s Christian Association Library Cann Elizabeth Association W. F. Andrews Watson Packers Supreme Court Johnson & Jensen Conquest Garage High St Cheslar J. Lester Deitche Perth Amboy, N
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