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Evening star., 1899-02-03
HEAVY LOSS BY FIRE
Philadelphia Visited by Disastrous
Early Morning Blaze.
Two LARGE BLOCKS DESTROYED
Originated in w. S. Cooper's Gas
Machinery Manufactory
ESTIMATED DAMAGE, S75O,OOO

PHILADELPHIA, February 3.-A fire
which started shortly after 4 o'clock this
morning destroyed two large blocks of
buildings devoted to manufacturing pur-
poses, fronting on 18th street and extend
ing from Willow to Hamilton street and
from the latter to Buttonwood street. The
losses are divided among eight or ten firms
and aggregate about $750,0o0.
The fire originated in the establishment
of w. S. Cooper. manufacturer of gas ma
chinery, plumbers supplies, etc, and in a
comparatively short time this building was
a complete loss, with the walls ieveled to
the ground. The firemen worked with
great difficulty, owing to the fact that the
street torn up and had been excavated
several feet below he Sidewa X, alterations
in the grade beng n5ceSsIateu by the con-
structon of the new subway for the Read
ing railroad through lhs section of town.
Five Alarms Sounded.
Five alarms We're sounded and twenty
five fire companies Were soon at work
The flames quickly spread from the Cooper
building to the big six-story building of the
Stewart cracker works which, in addition
to the cracker company, was occupied by
several other firms. a building on the
other side of the Cooper establishment
also Quilted, and the extensive bolt
and nut works of Hopes & Townsend
which extended over the entire rear of all
the burned buildings, also sustained serious
damage.
The losses which are partially covered by
inSu! ance, estimated as follows: w. S.
Cooper. brass founder and manufacturer of
plumbers supplies and gas machines, on
building, S1oD,Oo; machinery and stock,
S5n.WO: J. Hoover, photographic art work
S21,Mo; Stewart Cracker Company, on
building, $500 600; on machinery and stock,
S1OO0uU; b. HoOley & Son, silk threads and
chenille work, whose safes rooms are at 32
Howard street, New York, $4,000; Deko-
senko Manufacturing Company, gas and
electric light fixtures. SI5.UO; =. p. Mast
X CO., agricultural implements, 100000;
Philadelphia Novelty Company, manufac-
turers OF cutlery and small wares, $50 900;
Hopes & Townsend, bolt, nut and screw
works, $40 900
Another Blaze in Cleveland.
CLEVELAND. Ohio, February 3.-Fire
which broke out on the top floor of the
four-story Gaensslen block, at No. 50 Wa
ter street, has gutted that structure and
badly damaged the Mayer and Bingham
buildings adjoining The total loss is esti-
mated at $4,000. Harrington & Co., sole
cutters, occupied the Two upper floors OF the
GaenSSlen building. They estimate their
loss at $4,000. Various firms who occupied
the lower floors of the Gaenssen block and
the buildings adjoining suffered losses rang
ing from 5000 to S1U,UUU.
Truck No .. while on the way to the fire,
coilided with trolley car. smashing sew
eral windows and causing panic among
the passengers. Beyond a severe shake up,
the truck was thrown twenty feet. He was
more or less injured but will recover
Evening star., 1899-02-03

The big Saturday Star this week will con-
tain a large number of unusually timely
and interesting articles, as the following
partial list of contents goes to show:
Evening star., 1899-02-03

Gas lamps all lighted by 6:32 pm; ex-
tinguishing begun at 6:12 a m. The lighting
is begun one hour before the time named.
Arc lamps lighted at 6:11 pm; extin-
guished at 6:2T am.
Evening star., 1899-02-03

Precisely the same question of cOnstruc-
ton in another form as raised in this case
was raised and passed upon on December
l3, 1898, in the appeal of William Lamb &
Co.. from the disallowance of a part of
Evening star., 1899-02-03

For Virginia, clearing late this afternoon
or toEight: Saturday fair: colder in north
west portion: fresh to brisk southeasterly
winds, becoming northwesterly Saturday.
The National tribune., 1899-03-02

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The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
EUGENE T. KlNKEAD.

Eugene Il. KinSead, the Democratic
candidate for Alderman in the Tenth
ward is sure winner. Ii reports be true
his name was suggested to the party
workers of that locality by Leader Davis
Mr.. Davis has watched I<inkead for some
time and he long ago determined to ad-
vance the young man a step or two in
politics.
Candidate Kinkead represents the young
and the best elements Of the party in the
Tenth ward He is q we'll educated,
thinking young man and he promises 70
become an orator.
Mr.. Kinkead likes politics as pastime.
He is engaged In the grocery business
with his father. He was opposed to be-
coming a candidate and declared with
much emphasis that he would prefer to
go out and work for some one else than
make a canvass for himself. His nomi-
nation has proven satisfactory to every
Democrat in the ward and the Republi-
cans who have pledged him their support
are numerous
Republicans admit today that they have
little or no chance of electing their man.
They have found that Kinkead's popu-
larity offsets all their efforts to bring out
their vote for the party nominee.
The German societies of the Tenth are
working for Mr.. Kinl1ead for the reason
that he has promised to uphold every
movement of the Democratic official fam
lily in the interests of an economical, busi-
ness-like administration
Mr. Kinkead is a Seton Hall graduate.
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
M'EWANS DON'T CARE
Their Interest in Campaign Dead
Since Hon. Tom Won't Run.

The central organization of the Thomas
McEwan Association, did not hold regu-
lar meeting Thursday night. Interest in its
affairs SO far as the present campaign is
concerned has fallen fiat since the stand
ard bearer refused to accept an indepen-
dent nomination, and there were but few
members present. The meeting was
called to order, but adjourned without
itransaeting any business whatever. Just
what the McEwanftes will do next Tues
day is matter OF speculation. When
asked that question, the invariable an
swer is,. Oh, wei, we are all good Re-
puhlicans."
That's all they'll say. 1t is very evil
dent though that they will not fall over
each other in efforts to elect the machine
candidates of the Republican party, nor
will their eyes be dimmed with tears when
they attend the obsequies of the dead
Republican candidates. To bolt outright
would, however, give the Dickinson Wool
ley faction the much coveted opportunity
of firing the standard bearer and his
friends in the Republican County Commit
tee for that body. AS the central organi-
cation is composed in a measure of mem
bers from other parts of the county who
have no special interest in a charter elee-
ton. it is proposed to start in next Thurs
day night Just meeting after the election,
on an aggressive campaign for the fall
nonlina tions. The election. of new officers
takes place this month
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
CHARLES MAXWELL.

The Fifth Ward Democrats have given
Charles Maxwell a denomination because
they believe him justly entitled to it.
Since he has been in the Board of Al
dermen he has done much to bring about
much needed Improvements in the ward
where he resides.
Mr.. Maxwell was born in Bay street,
this city, July s, 1852. His father was at
one time twine manufacturer. Early
in life Mr.. Maxwell shifted for himself,
and that he has been successful is due
to a large extent to his own efforts. He
now resides in Wayne street and has a
large family depending upon him.
In 1885 he was a candidate for Free
holder He ran Jointly with James F..
Norton who is now clerk in the Police
Court. He was elected by 1,7O0, and in
the succeeding year was returned to the
same Board by greater majority. Dur
ing the last part of the late Mayor
Cleveland's term he was superintendent
of the sewer men. In that capacity he
made many friends. He is now employed
by the Freeholders at Snake Hill.
In the Board of Aldermen he has rem
dered good service. Although far from
being rich man, he is liberal to c.
gree. He is a member and active worker
in the several societies of St. Bridget's
Church.
The young men of the ward are with
him and his election by handsome ma
jority is assured. He should be returned
to the Board.
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
SEVENTIES RATIFICATION.
Monster Meeting Held Thurs
day Night--Cheered the
Candidates.

A monster ratification meeting was held
Thursday night at the New York Bay
House, Ocean and Wilkinson avenues,
under the auspices of the Seventh Ward
Democratic Club. There was mag
nificent display of fireworks. A band
stationed on the balcony of the hotel, as
Mayor Hoos stepped off the car played
"See the Conquering Hero Comes" The
hall was crowded with enthusiastic
Democrats when Chairman John Fitz-
gerald called the meeting to order. The
chairman introduced Mayor Hoos, who
was given rousing welcome.
Mr.. Hoos said that as an orator he was
not much of a success, but his record as
administrator of the affairs of the people
was as an open book and by it he would
be judged During his term the credit
of the city had been established on a
solid basis and he quoted convincing
figures to bear out his statement. The
Mayor wound up his address by eulogizing
his associates on the ticket. The Mayor
was repeatedly interrupted by applause.
Candidate for President -~of Board Of
Aldermen William f. Midlige was next
introduced Mr. Midlige spoke of the i'm
provement in the financial affairs of the
city during the Democratic administra-
ton. and also spoke Of the Improvements
made in the shape of new schools, new
sewerage and new streets.
Mr Midlige was given three cheers after
his speech.
Assemblyraan james u. Murphy was
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
WILLIAM H0WETH.

In William Boweth. the voters of the
Third ward have champion of good gov
ernment Mr.. Howeth is a representative
business man. He was nominated two
years ago and although the ward was
considered Republican, he won handily,
and won because the people knew him
to be man who could be trusted to
transact public business impartially-
Mr. Howeth is engaged in the grocery
business. Fair dealing is one of his
characteristics. That has brought him
prosperity Poor people have appealed to
him for assistance, land they have not
been turned away. He is an owner of
property and naturally has the city's well
fare at heart.
Mr.. Howeth is an intelligent man and is
in every way qualified to represent .ne
Third Ward in the Board of Aldermen.
Two years ago Mr.. Howeth was chosen
by the people. His record in the Board is
an open book He has not always agreed
with the Democratic majority and he has
always had the backbone to stand up and
state his reasons for disagreeing
Mr.. Howeth has served ON important
committees during his term of office and
he has always performed his duties
promptly and well. The people Of the
Third ward know him, and there is no
doubt that he will be reelected by a
larger ma jority than he received the first
time he ran. He is making a good can
uo &C
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
SOLID FOR HOOS.
Twelfth Ward Had Rousing.
Observation-Disclosures
motifs Speech.

| The Twelfth Ward is almost Solidly
Democratic. This was amply demon
strated last night when the First German
American Democratic Club held one of its
rousing meetings at Liederkranz Hall last
night and enthusiastically endorsed the
Democratic ticket from top to bottom
| The big hall was crowded.
Nearly all the residents of that section
of the city are admirers of Mayor Hoos.
They mean business and they realize that
as business men and citizens of that ward
they have great champion in the person
of Mayor Hoos. They are also admirers
of Allen L.. McDermott, who was born
in that section These two gentlemen
made speeches in English that brought
them applause for every opinion express
ed.
And when ex-Sheriff Ferdinand Heintze,
at present a Street and Water Commis-
sioner, who is seeking reelection, was in
troduced as a speaker the cheers which
greeted him were tremendous. Hhe meet
ing was also addressed by Gottfried 3.
Matthews, Assemblyman John H. Vollers,
Captain Herman Neuman, E. Klingenstein
and others.
Mr. McDermott was in fine form. He
/ talked to his old constituents as a broth
er, and they were swayed by his truth,
logic and eloquence He told them what
their duties were. He insisted that mu-
nicipal campaign was of more Importance
to the Individual voter than a national
campaign. Individually they were inter-
ested in the condition of the streets,
alongside of which they build their homes.
They should be interested in individual
rights, SO far the advantages of the paid
for school accommodations and fire and
police protection.
He insisted that there must be theory
in our local self government. He be-
lieved that the Democratic theory is best
for all concerned. Partisanship cannot
shiel, tad government, he declared
Having been one of the best Finance
Commissioners this city has known he
discussed the finances of the city in a
measure that thoroughly satisfied the au-
dienee as to the soundness of his financial
views, and elected rounds of applause for
the sentiments he expressed He de-
nounced the efforts of the s'JournaT' to
make it appear that the present Demo-
cratic administration had been extrava-
CANT and told his hearers that it was their
duty to vote for Mr.. Hoos for Mayor.
Jersey City" he said, lis a rock of
credit Whatever objection the citizen
might have to the debt of the city it
should be laid to the door of Mr.. Wanser
and not at the door of Mayor Hoos.'
Mayor Hoos, when ntrodue d. was re-
ceived with great cheering ZIe defend
ed himself against the mean assaults of
his political enemies. 1t was easy to see
~. 4sx1.z
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
JAMES PRICE.

In the Sixth ward Mr.. James Price has
been the choice of the Democrats 1oi
Alderman. For thirty years he has re-
sided there. He is engaged in the con-
tracing business with his father. He has
never been in politics before. but his visits
through the ward demonstrate that his
chances for victory are very bright Mr
Price resides on Randolph avenueS neal
Bramhall avenue.
In the Sixth ward Mr.. James Price is
the choice of the Democrats for Alder
man. For thirty years he has resided
there He is engaged in the contracting
business with his father He has never
been in politics before, tnt his visits
throusl. the ward demonstrate that his
chances for victory are very bright. Mr.
Price resides on Randolph avenue, near
Bramran ayenue.
Mr.. Price was the first choice of the
young Democrats for the nomination.
When asked to run he declined, declar-
ing that it would be unwise for him TO
neglect his business for politics. 1t was
only after committees had waited on him,
assured him that his selection would be
unanimous and that the undivided support
of the ward machinery would be given
him that he consented to run at the
primaries.
Having entered the race he has left no
stone unturned to win. He has made
house to hou canvass and has been
pledged the support of numerous out ana
out Republicans.
Mr. Prices reputation, however, for
honesty and fair dealing will do much
toward helping him in overcoming the
obstacles the Republicans have placed
in his path
The several precinct committeeman
have canvassed the ward and they, feel
assured that Price will win. A strong
point in his favor is that the Repub-
licans of the ward are divided.
Property owners appreciate the fact
that Mr.. Price will be able to accom-
plish more for them in the Board of
Aldermen than the man the Republicans
have named, Mr.. Price has pledged him
self to lend his voice and vote to up
holding the principles of economy and
re1orm inaugurated by Mayor Hoos
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08

next introduced, and he was heartily re-
ceived. Mr.. Murphy said the entire Dem
ocratic ticket will be elected by an over
whelming majority.
Corporation Counsel John Wahl Queen
was the next speaker. He compared the
two candidates for Mayor and styled Mr.
Watson "Mr Brennan's~ man. Mr.
Queen eulogized Mayor Hoos admins
tration of the citys affairs.
Mr.. John Sullivan. the Democratic can
didate for Street and Water Board Com
missioner, made a short address. He
said the people would never have cause
for regret if they elect him.
Candidate for Alderman in the Seventh
Ward William F. Ritter was next intro
duced, and was warmly received. Mr..
Ritter said he agreed with "The Jersey
City News that the Democratic ma
jority in the city would exceed 1000.
Street and Water Board Commissioner
Anthony Hauck and Mr.. John Sweeney
both made short addresses, eulogistic of
Mayor Hoos and his associate candidates.
The meeting broke up about 10 o'clock
amid E tumult of cheers.
Candidates for Street and Water Board
Commissioner Ferdinand Heintze and
John Sullivan, Aldermanic Candidate
William f. Ritter and delegation of the
Seventh Ward Democratic Club will start
from the New York Bay House. Saturday
evening, and make a thorough canvass of
the ward
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
WlLLIAM b4RR

In the Second ward Mr.. William Barr
has been named for Alderman. He will
of course win. His nomination proves
conclusively that the party this time has
been particular to select good, repre-
sentative business men. When nomina-
tions were in order in that ward, cam
didates by the score sprang up. One by
one they were retired at the solicitation
of Leader Davis. Mr.. Barr was the dark
horse. His name was not mentioned in
9nnection with the nomination until two
days before the primaries.
Al the primaries there was practically
no opposition to Mr.. Barr. Everybody
recognized in him an exemplary candi-
date and it was conceded the day after
his nomination that he would be given
the largest vote ever given an Aldermanic
candidate in that ward. Voters, irrespec-
tive of party, are working for him.
Mr. Barr is a member of the Cockburn
& Barr firm, manufacturers of caissens.
The factory is in Fourteenth street.
Mr. Barr was born in 1861 and moved
to this city in 1866. He has resided here
since. He is a property owner and has
always taken keen interest in the adj
yancement of the city's welfare. Mr.
Barr is a member of many social and
political organizations. That he is run
ming for an office now is due to the per-
suasion of warm friends.
Mr.. Barr promises to uphold Mayor
Heos' policy of economy and good gov
ernment. He says too that when his
name is called in the Board of Aldermen
it will always be found registered on the
right side
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
BERNARD FARRELL

Bernard Farrell. who has been chosen
to make the Democratic Aldermanic fight
in the First ward. is a business man. He
keeps a store at Grove and Third streets.
Mr.. Farrell was named to succeed
Alderman Burns at the instance of Free
holder A. ]. Clements and several other
of the hustling Democratic workers of
that stronghold
Mr. Farrell was born in this city. His
early life was a hard struggle. He was
persistent and his life is now a success.
He is noted for his liberality and it is that
fact that makes him one of the most
popular men in the ward where he is run
ming.
Mr.. Farrell is a consistent Democrat.
1t is safe to say that he will always be
found voting in the interests of the city.
He is a keen business man and bears an
excellent reputation in the business world.
He is making a good fight and the out
look is that he will be elected by five or
six hundred. Mr. Farrell is working hard
to bring out the entire vote of the ward
for the whole ticket.
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
WILLIAM ]. cALNoN.

The Fourth ward has favored Alderman
william J. Calnon with a denomination
Mr. CaInon has served two terms ana
tbe records of the Board will show that
he has made a record Of which any young
man might well feel proud. Since he has
been an Alderman he has been the leader
of the majority. In that capacity ne mas
acted cautiously and has succeeded IN
avoiding making an enemy for himself on
either side.
Mr. Calnon is ss years old and resIdes
at No 24O York street He has wife ana
an interesting family.
Mr. Calnon is not a wealthy man. he
has labored all his life fling positions OF
varying Importance under the 1nterna-
tional Navigation Company. His services
have been rewarded, by repeated promo
items until today he is the chief shipping
clerk. having millions Of dollars worth
If goods under his supervision daily.
Mr.. Caliion was at one time President
Of fhe New York branch Of the Knights
of Honor. He was President Of St
peters Lyceunl and is today one Of the
most energetic workers IN the societies
OF that rapidly growing and nourisnins
parish. III
with the souxs men Of the parish NJ.
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
WILLIAM F. RITTER.

Mr.. William F. Ritter, the Democratic
candidate for Alderman in the Seventh
ward, was born in 1859 at No. 13 Greenville
avenue, where he still resides. Mr.. Ritter
was in the jewelry business for num-
Der of years with his father, but he is
now engaged in manufacturing business
in New York.
He has been an active worker in the
Democratic ranks for the past twenty
years. In 1888 he was elected to the Board
of Education by an overwhelming ma
jority. His opponent in this election was
DR.. Morris Mr.. Ritter performed the
duties of this office satisfactorily and in
telligently. He has many friends, both
Democrats and Republicans, who admire
him for his honesty and integrity
He did not seek the present nominate
His friends persuaded him to accept, feel
ing that he is the strongest man for the
position. Mr.. Ritter predicts success for
the entire Democratic ticket.
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
EDWARD WHITE.

Edward White, the Democratic party's
Aldermanic candidate of the Eleventh
ward, lives in Manhattan avenue He is
twenty-nine years old and is engaged in
the commissions business. He graduated
from the High School in 1889. His people
have owned property in the Eleventh
ward for many years.
Mr.. White is a bright man. He is
excessively popular among the younger
element of the wards solid people, and
the elder element look upon him as an
earnest citizen.
He is entertaining in conversation, and
his practical ideas have endeared him to
his fellow members in the Eleventh Ward
Democratic Club, the Franklin Club,
Court Ashley of the Foresters of Amer
ica and several social organizations of
which he is a member. The fight his
numerous friends made for him for the
prised even the old party workers of the
ward.
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1899-04-08
CAM PAIGN NOTES,

The Italian Democratic Club. a new
body, having representatives from all
parts of the city, is holding nightly meet
ings. Mayor Hoos' administration is ap-
proved by the Italian voters. The straight
ticket is being supported
Daniel F. Dwyer, of the Second ward,
tongued orator" He is an opponent of
the Dickinson gang and a believer in Nc
Evan principles Dwyer Is talking against
Watson, the Mayoralty victim.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians, Divi-
sion No a. Board of Erin, repudiates the
nomination of Michael J. Connolly for
Justice of the Peace on the Republican
ticket in the Second ward. Connolly,
after being nominated. declared that he
was secretary of Division No 4 for two
years. Connolly held the office only a few
months. He is not member of the order
at present. The Hibernians object to his
using the order for political purposes.