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Perth Amboy Evening News

Location

Perth Amboy, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1908

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Austria Ready for Action as Warships Cleared for Action

Vienna reports six Austrian warships off Antivari Montenegro cleared for action while awaiting Montenegro’s reply on authorization for Prince Nicholas to declare war. The London bulletin cites King Peter’s alleged abdication and a Bosnian rumor of war against Turkey.

Montenegro Turkey Oy United Press Bosla Austria United Press Vienna Antivari Nicholas

Take a Look Through Our Bull Pen Millwork Bargains

A local millwork ad promotes a Bull Pen sale offering odd sizes in sash doors and blinds, left overs and slightly damaged pieces from railroad handling. Prices include blinds at 15c per linear foot and doors as low as 1.00. The seller claims half stock reduced without advertising and promises satisfaction from regular stock if exact size is needed.

Uncouples Cars In Crossing Incident Wreck

John Lavalanne aged 32 of 29 Parker street was arraigned before Recorder Pickersgill on malicious mischief charges. Special Officer James McDermott testified that Lavalanne cut a line of cars at the grade crossing near the round house to pass with his wagon and wood, causing three cars to derail and one box car loaded with asphalt to smash. The recorder advised consulting Judge Lyon before action, and warned Lavalanne to go home or risk a warrant.

John Lavalanne Parker Street Pickersgill James McDermott Lehigh Valley Railroad McDermott Lavalaine Round House Meredith Lovalaine Recorder Pickersgill Lyon Lavalanne

Saloon Burglary Reported on Fayette Street

Thieves broke into Joseph Bacha's saloon at 263 Fayette street last night and stole $10 in cash and whiskey. Police notified and investigating. The Evening News urges readers to use want ads for backing and notices rising circulation.

Joseph ‘Bacha Fayette Street

Pretty South Amboy Wedding Unites Almira Reamer and Birden Golden

Almira Reamer and Birden J. Golden of Perth Amboy were married at 3 PM yesterday at 67 Main Street in South Amboy. Rev. H M P Pearse officiated with a full bridal party including best man Edwin Golden and flower girl Marjorie Hoagland. Guests came from Camden Jamesburg Jersey City Newark Manasquan Keyport Perth Amboy and South Amboy.

South Amboy Robert J. Reamer Main Street Almira Birden J. Golden Perth Amboy H. M. P. Pearse Christ. Episcopal Church Edwin Golden Marjorie Hoagland Mamie J. Reamer R. J. Reamer Myrtle Hoagland Charles Johansen George Hoagland Camden Jamesburg Jersey City Newark Manasquan Keyport

Special Music for Y P C E at Presbyterian Meeting

At the Presbyterian Christian Endeavor meeting Sunday night Miss Laura Koyen and John Peterson will perform a mandolin duet with piano accompaniment by Miss Joanna Koyen. Judge Lyon will lead the gathering.

Presbyterian Christian Endeavor Meeting Laura Koyen John Peterson Joanna Koyen Judge Lyon

High School Students Reignite Morning Singing

Miss Florence Donegan led a student push to bring back daily singing at the high school. She proposed two funding ideas for song books: students buy their own books or sell entertainment tickets with proceeds supporting the books. Principal Kleinhans backed the ticket-sell plan, noting strong early sales.

Miss Donegan

Woman Accused of Stealing Dollar by Grace Street Resident

Isaac Meyers appeared before Recorder Pickers Bill this morning and swore out a warrant for the arrest of Mrs. Molichinsky of Grace Street. Meyers said he sold the woman goods and, while giving change for a dollar, she claimed to have given him a two dollar bill. she is described as appearing satisfied when shown the bill she gave.

Isaac Meyers

Forest fires destroy small Michigan towns in blaze

Detroit dispatches report northeastern Michigan burning in spots as forest fires destroy Metz Millersburg and other settlements. A Metz relief train carried fourteen women and children to death in a box car while crews struggle to relay news as lines fail. Detroit rail officials seek relief routes amid ongoing evacuations.

United Press Detroit Metz Michigan Millersburg Posen Polaski John Kinville Lee

Eye Removal of Patrolman Weitzen in New York

Dr. J L MacDowall of this city removed Patrolman Weitzen's right eye at the Manhattan Eye and Ear Infirmary New York at 530 yesterday afternoon. The operation succeeded and the policeman is doing nicely and will likely be home within a week or ten days. He is recovering from other injuries and will receive daily care from Dr MacDowall who will travel to New York daily.

J. L. MacDowall Weitzen Manhattan Eye & Ear Infirmary New York MacDowall

Perplexing Market Street Wall Contract Sparks City Debate

A City administration feud over the Market street retaining wall contract reveals a series of missteps and improvised fixes. Republicans accuse Democrats of mismanagement while noting a 15 percent overcost paving decision and a pending lawsuit, with a city comptroller watching to protect funds.

Market Street City Comptroller Water Board East

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