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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
RUTHERFORD NAY BECOME A c1TT
THE PLAN TO BE DISCUSSED AT A MASS
MEETING or CTTIzEES-vIEws
OF MAYOR TURNER

Rutherford. Jan. q (speciaD- Rutherford. TIA
first place In Bergen County to become a borough.
having been carved out OF Union Township IN Isl.
Is actively discussing whether 81 snail become
city The suggestion = not new. having been heard
from time TO time in the last two years II aas
grown with the impression that a place OF ave
thousand people IS TOO large f0r borough. that
DIVISION into wards would Be a good thing, and
pr0vsment over one assessor.
Il was thought one time tEat amendznents 70
cured. ana when John "a Ben wss In me Assembly
ne made an EFFORT 10 have a borough ward oil
passed, but found great opposition 20 any amend
ments % the cOdined borough law Fellow rnem-
bers OF the Legislature Suggested TO him that
city charter could be obtained for Rutherford. and
AT Bel 50 reported. but public sentiments Al tas
time al not seem 70 warrant the cf.angs =.
The agitation FOR city form o. soyernr1en1 aAs
been renewed at this time owing 20 the recent ae-
lloll o. -4e FoSgIsl CJ-lei4 ~ aPyolA.Liz -
mljtee % see what could be done 20 sec.4ss iAN
assessors At the last Council meeting this com
rnlttee. composed OF CouacilmeR Crear. KEENAN,
nave such law enacted would De- iuadVtsaple a.
even should the bin pass The senate and assembly
1t would probably be- vetosd BY che Governor TIE
be-n MADE ~ senst5- Jor7sor Nsserabiyrnan
WakeIee and many citizens OF Rutherford that the
ends desired could be attained - adoptaSS fora
u government such as non exists IN the city or
EEglewOod. The committee made no recommends
ton In the matter. but suggested TIE calling o. a
pU.Hc meeting al tse armory al when tne 4sess-
ton could be laid before The citizens and discussed
and Council call public meeting at the armory
committee report Will be presented and the views
OF the citizens viii ae asked
Mayor Edward J. Turner. upon being asked his
views on the proposed city charter Tor Rutherford.
said
4 really have not investigated the question sur
GENTLY 10 give decided answer Certain fea-urss
OF tie city government. however. are certainly d.
sirabe for a town Ike ours. think a board OF
three assessors would be good Thing In fact. the
present feeling IN favor Of city government comes
largely from a desire for sum board a city
treasurer would also be useful addition. a. under
our present system the burden both OF collecting
ard paying the borough and school warrants
falls on one man. the Collector % course there
may De other things connected with city govern
msnt which might not seem quite 50 desiraole-
A city charter suggested tne reporter 'Nou4o
Iegislare you OF Office. Nr. Mayor
Mr. Turner smiled He IS serving his third
term, and his popularity "a undOubted-
You may say for me- he said. that Whatever
for the best interests OF Rutherford and Is best
calculated to aid its progress VIII have my hesry
support and that no personal considerations VII
enter into the matter
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
plea FOR THE PEA CELOYER''
SERMON OF THE REV. DR. N D. HILLS
IN PLYMOUTH CHURCH

A Plea for the Peace Lover and the Pesca
Maker in an Era Of Strife was the subject OF the
sermon preached by the Rev. Dr. Newell Dwight
Aims IN Plymouth Church yesterday morning
Iouching upon the in South Africa DIR TI,Ilis
SAID thst England was fighting 9 small country
with population not much larger than that OF
-FeIPooh ana that 1t was not pleasing spectacle
Ut Hills said that the war sentiment seemed 70
De uppermost IN the minds OF the nations The en-
Oiem or England was lion, that of this country
an eagle and that Of Russia bear all in state
OF tumult The United States did not have an en-
biem Of peace. but the eagle with talons and beak
war is sometimes necessity" he added 'as in
1901, when slavery had to be put down but most
OF the trouble between nations and different parts
or the same country should be avoided"
referring again to the Beers Dr. Hills said:
Looking at this struggle we have 10 concese that
oOth countries have made mistakes and that a
sIuce ought 10 De called, but England drunk with
her war fever, goes killing men Which ma
non England or the Beers love their homes most
" men mas done the most will do the most for
south Africa? For 1t is on that side must he onr
Judgment in regard to this war Yet we rIIs+ admit
lal II Mes In the face Of Jesus Christs teachings
Not to be outdone IN the military spir+ the thee
loglans have taken Up the gauge OF We rfare and
IA the eeciesIa stcal world We see the astounding
SSisHt OF neresy trial over in Manhattan. Not to
be outdone in this militaris the theoogians o1ler-
rel about what are the inspired books Of the Bible
ana what are not. Why some Of them are so
anxious to be like God that they act ike the Devil
II Is the deadly mIlitarism that Is sweeping over
me earth Al men ought TO give others liberty
from him"
Dr. Hills declared that the spirit Of mritartsm
also pervaded the commercial life Of the times and
that there many more lawyers than mer-
chants.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
4 HOUSE WITH 4 100000.
GAME OF CARDS N ITS HISTORY BAD AS a
GHOST.
From The Washington Star.

From The Washington Star.
"A recent examination into the title Of one Of
the most famous old time houses OF Georgetown"
said well known lawyer to Star reporter,
"divulged the fact. which slept with the other
things III connection with the house. that there
price paid for II, that term is usually
understood, though possession passed with the
title It appears the house was built by promi-
neut EngIishman in the early history Of George
for his residence, and that he Just
about occupying II when he dropped in a neigh
Dor consult him about some detail in furnishing
the house All the materials used IN the con-
struction Of the house bought in England and
brought over this country, including the brick
The neighbOr was very codrtly in furnishing all
in an acceptance to dinner. After dinner the
visitor suggested that the occasion could be height
ened IN interest by a social game OF cards. The
suggestion was accepted, and the cards were
brought into the room. One OF them indicated
that the game should be made OF enough interest
to pay for the candle. This led into discussion
mon consent il was agreed that there should be
no limit stake after stake suggested ana
dropped when finally or them suggested that
IL should be all nothing. The Engllshman put
up mis- house against all the slaves owned by the
other The exact character OF the game and the
length Of time 1t took 10 play II never became
the house had changed ownership in fact though
title was not passed until the following day. The
deed states the consideration was nominal sum,
and that the change OF title was the result or an
reference 10 cards eeng put IN the deed, but the
loser would not consent 20 any change. II was
not put record for some Tine aIterWard, Dut the
consideration OF record OUTSIDE OF the nominal sum
IS the consequence Of game OF cards
The family Of the winner OF tne house knew
OF the transaction and though II was much
better house than that occupied oy them, they
would never consent to occupy it, AS a conse-
quenee II remained without an occupant Tor q
long time From time 10 tlEne tenants VINO were
secured for II ieft house on learning the legend
connected
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
JERSEY AT TIE NATIONAL CAPITAL.

Washington. Jan q CSpecisD--Rspresentaefvs
Stewart learns from the War Department that
Private WestsroI. OF Paterson. a soldier IN the
Army IN the Philippines. his way 20 san
Francisco on the steamship Missouri. On furiough.
because OF sickness.
A Paterson delegation VIII appear with Repre-
sentative Stewart February before the House
River and HarbOr Committee 20 urge the improve
rnsut q the PassaiC River far a. Paterson
and 20 ask for a sufficient appropriation A favor
Z bic report OF the engineer has been He'd
The New Bruins wick people who are interested n
the site OF the public building viii ask through
Representative Howell tomorrow that the expense
OF proving titles. which IS considerable. may %
provided for by the Government
Representative Gardner's family has arrived N
-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
ELECTRIC LIGHT POLES CIT DOWN.
THEY WE'RE ERECTED WITHOUT THE CONSENT
OF THE PROPERTY OWNERS

this town between the Peoples Light and Power
Company and private citizens The electric light
company yesterday erected seven poles in Grove
St near ChestnUt-st without the permission OF
the property owners. The poles now lying on
the ground, and one admits knowing Wnsn they
were cut down by whom.
company, this afternoon asked that policemen De
detailed Tomorrow protect the men IN replacing
the poles Chief Pier declared that he would send
policemen the scene, not TO protect the electric
light people or citizens but to prevent any breach
OF the peace. ANY attempt the part or the cleo
tric light company 10 put up the poles VIII De re-
sisted. 80,
n c Hollenbeck has already brought an action
against the company for erecting poles IN 'front.' OF
his property without obtaining consent In vlo4ll2h
OF a town ordinance. Stephen w Carey; n y
Sheldon and other property owners VIII also take
action against the electric light company, ana nave
reCuesred the Town Council to order the removal
of the poles Unless this is done other suits VIII De
Instituted In the courts
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
He STOOD ALL THE TESTS.

NEVER FIINCHED UNDER TIE LANCET. But
STILL. HE WAS ONLY STAINING
Doorman Michael Murray Of Hohoken ponce
HEADQUARTERS found an unconscious man lying on
the sidewalk at Newark and Washington SIS IaN7
on Saturday night The stranger was carried INTO
he notice station and DR. William ]. Arlitz the
City Physician, said soon as he looked a. AttI,
There Is nothing the matter with this Iello" ElS
is a fakir. pure and simple. but we'll bring MN
to-" Ammonia applied 20 his nostrlls; wnlshe!
was poured down his throat, the point or a lancet
was inserted under a finger nail, and other meas
ures were resorted to. but the man did not oudge-
Then &c was decided 10 send the man 10 the nos
pftal but when the ambulance arrived the man
opened his eyes and YEARLY smiled he adnll!S
Z hat there was nothing serious the matter with
him and said that he wanted TO get IN out or tHs
wet. tie described himself as Charles W. Cronk'
fortv-fve years old. home. and was uncers-
moniousiy locked up. Recorder E 2. stanton
yesterday committed him TO the county jail Tor TWO
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
PELLST4B FOR COUNTY JUDGE.
IT IS EXPECTED THAT HE WILL SUCCEED
WOODRUFF IN MERCER

IT IS EXPECTED THAT he WILL SUCCEED
WOODRUFF IN MERCER
Trenton. Jan. q CSpeciaD--The name OF Judge
Robert s WOOdruErs successor as County Judge
OF Mercer County viii probably be sent 70 the
Senate tomorrow night by Governor voorhees, II
IS considered almost certain that nominee VIII
be District Court Judge John ReIlstab- The Gov
ernor. It Is said. has about made up his mind 20
this, in view OF the fact that Judge Rellstao mas
the support Of the Republican county and city
lea ders- The Governor IS wei disposed however.
toward Carroll Robbins either for County Judge or
for District Court Judge While the Governors
desire to nominate M Robbins Is not disguised II
IS a question 5 whether he viii set his own
preference above that OF the men who are recog-
nized 5 the Republican party leaders in this
county and who are for Judge Rellstab for County
Judge and for city Solicitor Macpherson for Dis
trlcL Court Judge
1t is believed that Governor voorhees, viii send
70 the Senate the name OF Judge RsllSrab Tor
County Judge and that then viii come the Ques-
tOn as TO whether Mr. MACPHERSON OF Mr. Robbins
will get the District Court Judgeship- Mr. Robbins
is being pushed for the County Judgeshp. but II -
understood that ne would accept the District Court
Judgesnp. and Il looks II there might be a lively
contest between him and Mr. Macpherson for rna
seat which Judge Rellstab viii vacats-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
- wo1-Nns $3.50 Ii 800.

Merchantville. Jan. 2 (SpeCiaD.-Wiliiam J. Bryan
last Wednesday sent word 70 Chairman Pfei1er OF
the Camden County Democrats COMMITTEES that
he would come 20 Camden next week. and. L a
hall was secured. make address When the
COMMITTEES called together TO arrange FOR the
entertainment OF Mr.. Bryan, the gold Democrats
refused 10 allow the party funds 20 De used ICF
that purpose. The silver men then formed them
selves into an Entertainment Committee 70 raise
funds. but word reached Mr.. Bryan that his pro-
posed visit had caused opening OF old WOuhes
in the party ranks, and yesterday he sent WORD
that the engagement was cancelled instead OF aP-
pearng IN Camden, he VIII go TO Burlington, seven
teen miles away. -.
The storekeepsrs Of that town. realizing that
farmers and others would come 10 town 20 near
Bryan, subscribed the money necessary 70 pay rs
hotel Bill and to hire hall. They viii keep their
stores open Il Is said during the evening, IN the
hope OF making q profit their outlay.
The action OF Mr.. Bryan has caused Hueh Olt
ness among the silver Democrats or Cdmdeh- = ns
two factions which came together only ten DAY
a harmony meeting. Will pFoDa eiS AEeil-
separate : the agreement was that the siiNe0
question should drop out Of sight
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
FROSTY WEATHER FOR BRYAN.
JERSEY DEMOCRATS NOT EAGER TO VEL
COME THE MAN WHO HAS NOMINATED
HIMSELF FOR PRESIDENT

Bob" Davis and his cabinet not jubilant over
the visit Of William Jennings Bryan next Wednes-
day. They have shown no energy OF interest and
have not extensively advertised MS coming. Davis
IS not an ardent admlrer OF Bryan. This was
conspicuous at the meeting OF prominent Demo
Gratis at Asbury Park few months ago. rom
which the silver Democrats were excluded. and
which was followed by the Daly-AtkinsOn move
ment 10 create sentiment among Democrats IN
favor OF sending silver delegates to the National
Convention. It was believed the Democratic ma
chine was planning 70 send anti-Bryau delega-
ton from New Jersey. So slowly have Davis and
his cabinet moved that Il was not definitely known
yesterday at what hall the reception VIII be held
ii will probably be the hall Of 81. Peters parish.
which viii accommodate about two thousand peo-
pie. II IS expected that Representative Daly VIII
enferfain BRAN.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
WIFE NOT LIABLE FOR HOUSEHOLD BILLS.

Bloomfield Jan. q (SpeciaD.-Mrs. Sarah Wolden.
whose husband. James r WOlden. deserted her
last April. was sued by Hscker Brothers, butchers
In Justice Posts court a few days ago and tndg-
nent was given against her.
Mrs. Wolden. through her lawyer. James n Trim
ble appealed the case, and II was tried befOra
Judge Fort and the decision OF the lower court was
reversed. The Court held that bill for Household
necessities made out IN the name OF a wife does
render her liable for payment
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
IN FAVOR OF KINDERGAPTEEg

Superintendent Edward L. Stevens Of the Queens
Borough schools has made his report the kinder
gartens. He favors the extensions of kndergartens
wherever possible. He says: II believe that the
gifts and devices Of the kindergarten system may
be prohtably used in any schoolroom where there
are small children, but the kindergarten method
should be undertaken only by a teacher who has
had training for that method" There are thir-
teen klndergartens in the borough schools. Super
intendent Stevens advocates establishing a train
ing school for teachers in Queens Borough after
suitable provisions have been made for one
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
DINNER OF THE CONGREGATIONAL CLUB

The Brooklyn Congregational Club will hold It's
January meeting in the Pouch Gallery at $50
O'Clock this afternoon Dinner will be served at
$50 o'clock. The subject for the evening will be
The Higher Education OF Women" and ad-
dresses will be made by Truman J. Bachus, presi-
dent OF Packer Collegiate Institute; Mary Mills
Patrick president of the American College for
Girls ConstantinOple. and the Rev. DR.. Albert II.
Plumb of the Walnut Avenue Church. Boston,
Mass The quartet Of the South Congregational
Church will sing.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
OFFICERS OF LETTER CARRIERS INSTALL

Branch No. A. National Association Of Letter
Carriers held its installation Of officers yesterday
afternoon in Turn Hall, No 351 Atlantic-ave. The
officers installed are: President Samuel O. Steven
son; viee-president, Delbert S. Greene; recording
secretary, John J. Barry. financial secretary,
Thomas Barrett treasurer, Harry A Willie; col
iector. A G. Kellerman; sergeant-at-arms, James
Fletcher; medical examiner, DR.. r. F Cunnion;
trustees, George D. Slater, Thomas Fitzstmmons
and Thomas Burke.
The Brooklyn Letter Carriers Band, under the
leadership Of Henry Rocket gave concert a
part Of the programme.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
NARROW ESCAPE OF 4 GIRL.
A pIsoRDERLY FELLOW FIRED AT HER AND THE
BULLET GRAzEs HER SKIN

Kate McKenna, eighteen years old. living a No
423 Second-st. Harrison returning home from
church in Newark with a young companion yester-
day st noon. and the two stopped near Clag and
Passaic SITS. 10 watch three men, one Of whom was
violent. The two other mes were trying TO control
and calm him. Suddenly the fellow, percetving the
girls, drew pistol and hred at them. The bullet
penetrated Miss McKenna's dress and grazed her
skin and the girl tainted. The pistol was wrenchsd
from the fellows hand BY his companions. who
forced him over the bridge 70 Harrison. Two New
ark officers followed and found the in
saloon The man who had done the shooting
pointed out and after a desperate fight he
dubbed into submission and taken TO Newark He
proved to be Hugh Barry, twenty mine years old
living at No. As JOhnsor-ave., Newark
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
4 DEADLOCK BROKEN.

Long Branch. Jan (SpeclaD.-A deadlock was
broken last night at the meeting OF the Board OF
Commissioners by the election OF J. Wesley Sea-
man 10 succeed William Fl. De Nyse City Sur
vever Mr. De Nyse has held the place for fifteen
years The Office has been made a salaried one al
S5g0 wear There are three applicants for Fire
Alarm Inspector. and several ballots were taken
last night without a choice. The applicants are
81 A Luther, the present inspector; ]. A. Van
Schoick and Theodore Rowland
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
To BUILD 4 CHURcH IN DYKER HEIGHrs-

The Episcopalians OF Dyker Heights will build
church in Eghtieth-st., near Eleveuth-ave. The
land was given by Walter L. Johnson and the
plans Of the church were furnished By Albert Z.
Parhtt, The Rev. John H sattig formerly rector
Of All Saints Church in Seventh-ave., is in charge
Of the new church. The wardens Of the church
are Albert Z. Parfltt, A S. futile, H. p Muller.
Frederick Q. Dexter and T. A Munroe. The build
ing OF the church will be FASTENED, and It Is ex-
pected that II will be opened the latter part Of
February
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
SORRY HIS LIFE HAD BEEN SAVED.

A middle aged who registered at Becks
Hotel No 80 MOntgomery-st-. Jersey City. on Sat
urday night. J. g Brown. and was assigned 20
Room No. 43. removed the burner from the gasPipe
and attempted to asphyxiate himself The Odor
OF the gas was detected and the door Of the room
was forced open. Brown was alive. but uncon-
sctous and was removed to the City Hospital &c
was revived and regaining consciousness said
sadly: I'll sorry you discovered me 50 soon l
want TO die" he refused to give any information
about himself the motive that prompted his at
tempt to end his life
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
ST. PAUL's FTFTTETH ADVERSELY.

ST. PauPs Episcopal Church Clinton and Car
roll SITS. win celebrate its hftieth anniversary next
Thursday The special services arranged for the
day are as follows: Low celebration Of the Holy
Communion at 1880 a. m; high Celebration at II
o'clock. and in the evening at o'clock The Rev.
h M Dunbell VIII assume charge of the church
for the first time and will preach both Ia the
morning and in the evening. Bishop Littlejohn
and bishops of neighbOring dioceses and the local
clergyman Will be present at the services.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
EAST ORANGE WATER SUPPLY.

AN ANALYSIS SHOWS A HIGH PERCENTAGE
OF SOLIDS AND ORGANIC MATTER.
East Orange Jan q observation-disclosures OF
the condition OF the East Orange water. in view OF
the charges made by DIT. J. NJ. W Kitchen at the
recent meeting Of the East Orange Town Improve
rneut Society corroborates to g certain extent the
charges made by him The Orange Water Com
pany, which supplies East Orange, draws It's supply
normally from large wells sunk in q tract OF land
owned by the company at what is known as Boiling
Spring, near Grove-st. and the Bloomfield line The
supply Of water from these wells proves inadequate
certain seasons and then the supply is augment
ed by a connection BroOkdaIe with the mains
OF the East Jersey Company That the East Jersey
pumps water from the PassaiC into Its mains Is
not denied. How much OF this water comes into
Ea st Orange is not known. the Orange Water Com
paUy officials denying that any does.
The following is q recent analysis or East Orange
wa compared with the PeqUannock water at
the intake OF the reservoir:
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
TYPHOID FETER M TRENTON

Trenton. Jan 2 CSDsciah-Aharm Is felt here ever
the increasing number OF typhoid fever cases IN kis
CITY and suburbs The number has grown from
twelve 70 forty IN a week. with i've Deaths. ard =
nnnber OF the patients low that their recovery -
NOT expected The health authorities at q loss
az 70 the cause OF the outbreak but the Inhabitants
GENERALLY attrfbure Il 70 the citys new reservolr
The first ten cases in the north end q ne
town and Il was thought that the disease would
be confined 20 that section. but since then y has
spread IN every direction
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
PAHIC ~ AZ ELEEATED CIR

sheet Of fame from motor car No. 245. which
rad Just LEFT the Ninth-st. station OF the Fifth
avenue Elevated Railroad at $40 yesterday after
noon with two cars attached TO It end a cry of
IRE. from frightened man caused panic IN one
o. the cars which full OF women. The women
crowded IN their desire 10 reach the platform but
me gateInan would let them out and with
frightened faces they pressed against The yrtn5oI
panes Al the Third-st. station the gates we're
opened aIc the women fled out The cause of the
name was the burning out Of the fuse The floor
q the motor car was set afre but the flames were
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
MARRIED FIVE HOURS AFTER THEY NET

Patrick Hogan proprietor OF a hotel at Ham
melrs station. AT Far Rockaway. and Mrs. Emma
A Coope a widow who had been living a Nc 54s
Gates-ave. Brooklyn, were married Friday evening.
five hours after they first met They had never
heard OF each other before meeting.
Mrs COope went to Hammelfs station visit a
friend About p m. she and Mr.. Hogan in
reduced At O'Clock they the home of
~ Rev Mr. SeyTer and within a few minutes he
t,rnnnrlnced them and wife.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-01-22
HorrHFUL RrRGLARs CAPTURED.

Two juvenile burglars were captured IN Jersey
CITY at o'clock yesterday morning The prisoners
are John Meyer. sixteen years old. OF No II
Cr1flth-st and Joseph Maddling, fifteen years old,
Of No 247 Central-ave. They were caught oy
Patroraan Kelly they had forced a rear window
and were entering the saloon OF Gustav Cohen at
No CPS Newark-ave.