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Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1903-12-03
New Industry Starts in this City
Which Promises to Have
Great Future.
A BUILDING MATERIAL
Contractor Carl Christensen Has Patent
Material Which he is Now Putting on
the Market for BuiIdings-Company
Organized and Plant Erected in Clifford
Street.

Contractor Carl Christensen is the
prime mover in company which has
recently been organized to manufact
ure cement roofing tile and building
stone also made of cement. Mr..
Christensen has organized company
known as The Perth Amboy Cement
Stone. Roofing Tile Company. A
plant for the manufacture of this
material has been bnilt in Clifford
street where three buildings have been
erected. The main office OF the con-
Germ for the present, is at the home of
Mr.. Christensen. 1873 Madison avenue.
AS the business of the company in
creases the plant IN Clifford street will
be enlarged. The three buildings at
present are 20 by 60 feet, 80 by 30 feet
and 30 by 30 feet. Building stone is
comparatively lew in this section. 1t
is made in molds, like terra Gotta, and
is largely of cement. When finished
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1903-12-03

it has the exact appearance of stone.
1t is labor and money saving as there
is no quarrying to be done and the
stones do not have to trimmed. Be-
ing of solid cement it Is practically
everlasting.
Mr.. Christensen has a catalogue
showing several houses already built
of the material. They have much the
same appearance as the stone being
used in st. Mary's new church in
Centre street. The material is also
largely used for foundations.
Owing to the excellent appearance,
durability and cheapness of the build
ing stone Mr.. christensen expects to
do big business The tile roofing is
of the same material and is pro-
nounced by experts to be fine mater
ial for the purpose.
The idea of building stone originat-
ed in Germany where it is used to a
great extent The process of making
the stone is patented. The material
with which the cement is mixed is
the secret and patent part.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1903-12-03
MINISTERS ALLIANCE
DISCUSS DANCE HALLS.
At Session Yesterday Afternoon
Action of Chief Burke and
Mayor we're Commended.

The Minister'S Alliance met in the
Presbyterian chapel yesterday after
noon. Every member was present.
Rev. Mr.. Hansen, of the Danish M.
E., presided. The Rev. Mr.. Englund,
of the Swedish Congregational church.
preached on Unity" Several others
spoke on the same subject. They
spoke of the Importance of union
among the christians of the world and
placed the fact that all christians are
fellow workers first. The question OF
different denominations is secondary
The dance hall question was dis
cnssed. The existence of so many in
this city was deplored. The effect in
young people was considered and the
stand taken by the Mayor and Chief
Burke was commended. The Alliance
has not given out any of their plans
in the crusade against the saloon
dance halls. A.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1903-12-03
MAYOR SAYS CITY CHARTER
is PRACTICALLY USELESS.
Declared that Nne-enhs of Provisions Have Been Superseded
byActs OlegisIature Since Charter Was Granted-The
City Council.

1t is Mayor Seaman's opinion that
the City of Perth Amboy should either
have a new charter or be governed
solely by acts of Legislature as he says
practically -tenths Of the present
charters provisions have been super
seded by acts which have been passed
by the legislature since its adoption.
The legislature passes acts which
apply to all cities and each one Of
these as it is passed makes void some
part of the old charter. This has
continued since 1870 when the charter
was passed and amended in 1871. The
document is not of much use in in
structing a seeker after knowledge of
the citv's offices and servants and
points relative to the government nor
guiding any contemplated action re-
garding city affairs.
An Evening News reporter went to
the Mayor yesterday to ask an ex-
PLANTATION of an action of the Board Of
Aldermen in considering an ordinance
which would lengthen the terms OF
Office of many of the city servants.
The charter reads: and the treasur-
er, collector of revenue, CITY clerk,
city marshal, overseer of the poor,
city surveyor, street commissioner
pound keeper and such other officers
as are hereinafter provided for, shall
be appointed annually by the mayor
and council "
The Mayor explained by saying in
the first place the mayor is no longer
a part of tie legislative power and
secondly an act of legislature had re-
pealed this passage by providing 6
Board of Aldermen in place Of the
council.
This is only one point. Anyone de
string information as to the terms O.
officers, powers of the aldermen o,
processes necessary to go through be
fore passing a measure, must hrs
read misleading charter and thel
search through the laws of the Stat
after all.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1903-12-03
Welded AFTER
TROLLEY RIDE.
Miss Oliver Becomes the Bride
Of Walter Dey- Were Married
in New Brunswick.
IN ST. JOHNS RECTORY.

Miss Millie Oliver was quietly
married yesterday afternoon to Walter
Dey. of this city, at the rectory of
st. John s church, New Brunswick.
A few days ago Miss Oliver resigned
her position as bookkeeper for Louis
BRIGGS, but her friends did not suspect
that wedding would take place SO
soon. Yesterday afternoon Miss
Oliver and Mr.. Dey took a trolley ride
to New Brunswick, presumably to
visit Mr.. Dey's parents. They re-
turned home late in the evening and
Mr.. Dey introduced his wife.
They will reside with Mrs. Oliver
in the house on Front street recently
vacated by Mr.. and Mrs. CASTOR
Hardy, who moved to St. George,
s. l.
Mrs. Dey is we'll known in this city.
Mr.. Dey is a collector for the firm Of
D. Wolff & Co., of Smith street.
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Appear Coal Docks

Since the plans for the bridge across
the Raritan river were first discussed
there is nothing, perhaps, which has
created more general interest than the
scheme. originated by Freeholders
Haney and Glenn for a structure to
span the Staten Island sound from the
foot of Market street, this city, to
Tottenville. The sketch herewith
presented was made by architect John
N. Pierson, of Metuchen, from data
which has been given by Charles
Danforth, who is at work at the pres
ent time drawing up sketches to
present at the meeting of the commit
tees from Mjddlesex Cot and
Richmond Borough.
To those familiar with th ature
of this shore, the Staten Isl site
may be definitely located by d bluff
Just to the rear of q quantity of old
piling which can be see fro this
side. This makes the brid rur
diagonally little northeast toI south
west. 1t will be about 5000 Feet IL
length and in the plan here showr
two towers will be placed in the Sound
as near the channel as possible
These towers will probably be ovel
$50 feet in height as the roadway
would be at least 110 feet above the
water. Vessels would not find mucf
difficulty in passing under it. The
height is but few feet less than tha
of Brooklyn bridge. The height o.
that structure is 119 feet inches
New East River bridge is 1856.
The length will be little less thar
half as long as that of the Brooklyn
bridge. Very little grading would
have to be done on this side or il
Tottenville as both shores are high
At the junction of Market and Waite
the altitude is AZ, at City Hall SO feet
The grading or bridge would not low
er the value of any property in tn
vicinity.
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OWNED
.PLA|NF|ELD.
New Lodge Installed in that City
Last Night Parade in
SnOWStOrnl.
LOCAL DELEGATION.

A lodge of Elks was installed in
plainfield last night. The local lodge
sent delegation consisting of Joseph
Stricken, A. Nestor, W. H. McCor-
mick, Peter Floersch, s. J. Mason, J..
G. Burns, Charles Myers and DIR. F.
@. Crowther. New Brunswick lodge
did the initiatory work.
A street parade Of over 500 Elks was
out for halt hour. The snowstorm
shortened the march, but did not
dampen tho enthusiasm Of the Elks.
There was plenty of red fire and three
bands turned out music. After going
through the principal streets the Elks
repaired to the Masonic Temple where
the new lodge was installed. There
were twenty.nin charter members,
composing number of the prominent
men OF Plainfield. District Deputy
Charles M. Smith of Jersey Cily, was
in charge.
Judge W. H. Runyon was chosen
Exalted Ruler of the new lodge. He
made a short speech expressing his
thanks for the honor conferred. A
banquet was served afterward.
The attendance of Elks from other
cities was very large. Perth Amboy,
New Brunswick, Hoboken, Orange,
New York, Bloomfield, Jersey City,
Bayonne and other places sent dele
cations from twenty-five to 229 strong.
The Perth Amboy members of the
order returned at midnight.
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SExTON'S PUZZLE.

This picture represents the name of an
article used in physical development Can you
guess itf
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1903-12-03

Take your doctors prescriptions to
Sexton, the Druggist. 1I-20-1
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Braga Concert Tonight.

Tonight the Braga Singing Society
members will hold concert and ball
in Braea Hall. The committees are
at work today getting things In order
and Braga hopes to entertain her usual
large crowd Of friends. The concert
will commence at o'clock and last
about one hour and half, after which
dancing will be the feature.
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Yacht Club Meeting off.

The meeting of the Rartian Yacht
Club was declared off last night, be-
cause only two of the members put in
an appearance. The stormy weather
is given as the reason for the non
appearance of the members.
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EHeavy whipping cream at Sections
Drug Store. 1l-20-1
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Eride and Groom Return.

Mr.. and Mrs. James McCabe return
home from their wedding trip to
Baltimore this afternoon. Tonight
they will give big supper, followed
by reception to their friends at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Landback,
parents of Mrs. McCabe.
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ASKED MANY
QUESTIONS.
Meeting Of Chamber Of Com
merce Last Night was In
teresting to all.
DISCUSSED EVERYTHING
Everybody was Good Nature e
Matter. but Questions
IusgIed successfuIIy-coa
Visit Central Railroad Authorities Once
More.

The members of the Chamber of
Commerce who assembled at the Office
of the Central Electric Light Com-
pany, last night, to attend the meet
ing of that body, indulged in little
good -natured knocking st the expense
of the members present. A little OF
everything was discussed but no
definite action was taken except that
the committee which visited the Gem
traI railroad authorities last spring,
was instructed to call again and see If
something could not be done for the
better accommodations of passengers
here.
J. P. Holm brought mp the subject
of trading stamps and asked the
chamber to assist in driving them
from the city. He received little en-
couragement. This brought up~~t
subject of monopolies and NJ
was asked to explain the
He admitted he had 4
with it. = >Thes some Iaanf1o1e
the electric light bills I'd B 8
President Beicher's tnrp to ex61eill
Before be had . chanet lhowever,
B. Pratt quoted al experience ont
west where competition had increased
the price Of Eai.road tEcKst.
ghs = - neE1ha -
up and 1t ~ poirle1 - that the
success Of two bntchef sI5oos On Smith
street between High street and the
ferry showed that business could be
done there. The various schemes to
get the trolley cars all the way to the
ferry were discussed. but none seemed
to suit.
Paving of streets and the Smith
street sewer were topics Of interest
and were talked about in their turn.
1t was about 10 O'Clock when the
meeting adjourned.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1903-12-03

Huyler's bon bons and chocolates.
Sexton's Drug Store, sole agency.
11-20-1
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
HOW GIRLS BRAvEDAFLooD
Incident of the Great storm at Boon- tOn NJ .T

Incident of the Great storm at T3oon- ton, N. J.
 Out of the tale of lives lost, wrecked homes and destroyed railroad tracks near Boonton, N. J., by the flood caused by the recent rainstorm came a tale of the pluck and bravery of three young women, who coolly swan home late at night rather than spend the time in train, says the New York Herald.
 Their names are Alice Jenkins, Laura Hoffman and Jennie Temple, and they live at Mountain View, near Boonton. They are employed in New York and commute daily over the Lackawanna railroad
 The train on which they return home ordinarily was hours late Friday night (Oct. 8, and when the water washed railway station was reached they, with the other passengers, were informed that to get home that night was an im- possibility. The men and other wom- en on the train accepted the situation philosophically, but not so the three
 They are splendid swimmers and gen erally athletic. They were seen to whisper together for a few minutes and then disappear in the darkness After an hour some one became nerv- ous and search was made. They were gone.
 It was not until the next morning that the other passengers learned that the three, wandering out into the dark, unmindful of the flood, had coolly braved it all and, after swim which swept them hundreds of yards down stream, had reached high ground on the other side They had reached their homes later somewhat disheveled, wringing wet, but triumphant
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
SOLDIER ENULH ARDEN.
Returns After Absence of Five Years to Find His Wife Remarried
 to Cousin.

Enoch Arden has been played again, this time at Pensacola. Fla. Five years ago Sherman Grant entered a volunteer regiment and went to Cuba. He had re- gently been married, but his wife con- sented to his departure. At Santiago he was taken sick with yellow fever. A few days afterward his cousin, who had enlisted and was serving in the same regiment with him, sent Grants wife news that he had died.
 Mrs. Grant was greatly affected by. her loss, and went into mourning for a year. It seems, however, that the hos pital authorities, in informing the cousin of Grants death, were them selves mistaken. He was ill for long time When be recovered, as he was without money and had the offer of a position as machinist in a sugar fac tory on the island, he went there with the resolution of remaining few
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
Reas assurin%.

A middle aged man and his wife de cided to take trip to Washington, and as it was the beginning of the season they both invested in some new clothes for the journey. Their grownup chill dren made fun of their new" appear ance, but it was not until they were safely settled in their seats and opened their bags that they discovered the joke that had been played upon them.
 One of their offspring had filed both satchels with rice, and, on taking out what they needed, the tiny grains were scattered broadcast.
 Of course there was at once an amused smile on every ones face, and the mother felt herself getting redder than she had ever been in her life be- fore and was made no more comforta- ble when a fat German woman oppo- site leaned over and said quite audi biy:
 "Ach-never nind-I'nn vidder vo- man now, but this time next week I'll be in the same fix myself. ."--New York Times
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14

of Butte, and If things go as we have planned we shall establish town on that site and open up the lands. The railroads will make rates easy"
 Hazeltines relief work has become a conspicuous feature of Syracuse life and one of the most useful. With the beginning of cold weather every fall all the down town tradesmen and mem bers of professions expect to turn in and help out with contributions of money, coal, provisions and clothing, in the proper distribution of which he is implicitly trusted A storeroom and headquarters and means of delivery are now, furnished to him free of cost. Hazeltine gets nothing for this service. His work has brought him into public notice, and he was appointed superin- tendent of the municipal lodging house, which he served through the term of the last Democratic city administra- ton. His colonization scheme has at tracted wide attention, and he has re- celved applications from men who want to join the party from as far east as Brooklyn and as far west as St. Louis
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
Told to the Barber.

After mixing up light, frothy 1ath- er and distributing it around a cus- toner's face the barber began.
 Speaking about names," he said, reminds me of a little incident which occurred to friend of mine and which he told me yesterday. My friend is 8 drummer for a big concern and visits all the larger firms with view of sell ing his line of gooSs. One day he drift cd into an office and the man he want ed to see was busy So he sat down and while he was waiting struck up a conversation with the typewriter.
 "The girl wasn't very much disposed to talk and my friend remarked that she looked very tired. I ought to be tired" she said, i've been setting here for three hours copying off two hun dred foreign names and they almost drive me crazy My friend was just about to say that it must be a horri- bls thing to have peculiar name, when the office boy popped his head out of the door and said: Say, Miss Gulderbrandersensky, der boss'd like to see you
 "want close shave ?'- Philadelphia Press.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
views Change.

Bishop Potter tells of a New, York clergyman whose views when he took his present charge were far in advance of those about him. By degrees new ideas crept in and a young minister, thoroughly imbued with these advanced notions, was called iR to assist him. Said the young man one day: Doctor, I have always been told that you were highchurchman, but I don't think you are high church at all" The elder preacher replied: My dear young brother, when first took up my resi- dence in New York, lived way, up- town Now I live way down town, and yet have been living in exactly the same house all the time"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
Earusnr IT HerreIS.

Mrs. Frugal--We had beautiful az rangement at our church meeting. Every woman contributed five dollars which she had earned herself by hard work.
 Her Neighbor-How did you ges yours?
 From my husband"
 But I don't call that earning it your. self by hard work"
 ssYou don't know that husband oi mine. or else you would. 'Ph Philadelphis Yslegranh
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14

WTANTED-The people to know that
 w have large stock of unredeened pledges in diamonds. watches. jewelry, si- verware, musical instruments, firearms and overcoats. Also a large stock of new goods, Everything will be sold at rockbot- tom prices. Also money loaned on all kinds of personal property, Business confiden- tial M. Green, 213 Bank street.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14

WANTED-Mec and workingmen
 " who do not go home at noon to call and get one of our 200 dinners. You will be surprised at the meal we can give you, and you will never more be satisfied with a cold dinner. If you take your best meal after your days work Is over, we can give you good lunch for 15c at the noon hour, including cup of good hot coffee. Avery's Restaurant, South Main street Opposite Union. 7'8-H
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14

WANTED FOR U. s. ARMY: able bodied unmarried men, between ages of 21 and 35; citizens of United States of good character and tenn perate habits, who can speak, read and write English. For information apply RECRUITING OFFICER, S9O Chapel St, New Haven. SC State St, Hartford, 1922 Main St. Bridge port, or TIT Bank St, Waterbury. Conn. If
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
AntnaI Language.

Animals have language made up of signs or inarticulate sounds expressing impressions. sensations, passions, but never ideas. So this language excludes conversation, and is limited to inter- jections or signs Or movements express ing joy. grief, anger, fear. all the pas- sions of the senses. butnever more.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14

WIANTED-A trustworthy gentleman or W lady In each county to manage busi- ness for an old established house of solid financial standing. straight, bona fide weekly salary of SIS paid by check each Monday. with all expenses. direct from headquarters. Money advanced for ex- penses. Enclose addressed envelope. Man ager, 37o Caxton Building, Chicago.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
The Happy Indian.


 Since Poor Lo has stopped facing the setting sun and delivering fourth reader orations he has managed to pick up considerable portion of this worlds goods. There are about 238 900 Poor Los, and they cost this govern nent $9,s0o,o00 every year, and of this e3,600.000 goes for education. Still the Indian does not improve much. Some times he becomes ball player, or 8 football player, and on one occasion, to the sorrow of his manager, MT. Bur- ton, he became singer in opera. The Indians are well cared for. They have free education and they have a, good income from the United States This Is increased by a little work, but not too much work, for the Indian does not believe in labor. All told, he has about the best time of any man or race of men on this globe.--Worcester Tele- gram.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14

WTANTED-Old soldiers and widows ot
 w soldiers to know that secure pen sions without delay. Pension vouchers ex ecuted. George Robbins, 63 Center street. (Post 49. c. A R) N Insurance. notary public.en5 saneat ai1gtLg l2-3i-ly
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14

months and making enough money to return home.
 The months heightened into years When Grant got home Friday, it was to find his wife married to another cousin, W. G. Grant, and the mother of two little children. At first the original husband was angry, then he decided to allow w G. Grant to keep his wife.
 Mrs. Grant will enter suit for di- vorce against her former husband. and he will not oppose 1t. Afterward she will be legally married to W. G. Grant.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14

WANTED-Anyone looking for an over
 " coat, and 10 save money at the same time, to call and inspect our misfits. Also our line of secondhand overcoats, many worn short time only. Wm. Possner, 3o3 Bank street o-2o-tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
Native Barbers of India.

So light is the touch of the native barber of India that he can shave you while you are asleep, without awaking
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
Man Reduced to Ashes.

When an adult human body is ere mated. the residuum Is mass Of gray ashes weighing about TWO poundy
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
Great Mark-DOWn Sale

TRUNKS, BAGS, SUIT CASES and UMBRELLAS of QUE own make at half prices. Our stock includes the latest and the best values In the state. We have the largest line. When you buy from us you buy direct from the manufactory at rock bottom prices, and guarantee to keep in repair free. Ask for the 10-rib Umbrellas; special for this week 65c, worth $1.25.
 Yes, we repair Trunks, Bags and Umbrellas at very low prices. Um- brellas recovered from 4Oc up. Come and see us before buying elsewhere.
 ST EAST MAIN ST.
 By the Immaculate Conception Church. Broadway Umbrella and Trunk Factory
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14
LATE WANTS.

LlOR SALE-Will sell my beautiful up J. right piano. good as new, awfuly cheap. Cash or installments, or tent $2 month. Address Way" care Democrat Office, Box 147. 1o-l4-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14

ITO RENT-Six rooms, with barn and Il running spring water in house, for $8. First house from new St. Joseph's cemetery.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-10-14

FOR SALE-Oil heaters, parlor stoves I and ranges at lowest prices. Will exchange for old ones Call at furniture and carpet store of Twining, lee Bank.
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