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The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
FOILS HOLD-UP PLAN
ARMED ITALIANS DUPED BY
BANK DIRECTOR.
They Had Demanded $1,000 at Brooklyn
Bank on a Pass Book Belonging
to Some One Else.

NEW YORK, July 25.-By the ready
wit of Charles G.. Bennett, secretary of
the United States Senate, two Italians,
armed with revolvers, a ~stiletto and a
razor and accompanied by 3 woman,
were foiled yesterday in al attempt to
obtain 81, boo by fraud from the Broad
way branch of the Mechanics Bank of
Brooklyn. There was every indication
that the men intended to attempt a
hold-up If the fraud plan failed.
When the Italians entered the bank
building at 1865 Broadway Edwin a.
Kohl, the paying teller, was alone, as
1t was lunch hour.
Approaching the paying teller's win
dow, one of the Italians showed him a
passbook bearing the name of William
Neuman. secretary of the grocery firm
OF IL. c. Bohack Company. Il want
$1,000" said the man, evidently trying
to scare Kohl with a menaeing scowl.
Realizing that the two desperate
looking men might stop at nothing to
get the money, the teller took the pass
book and asked the Italian If 1t be-
longed to him
ITS mine, n I want he money
quick. Give me hat $1,000 said the
man."
Kohl began to count over n bundle of
small bills on the table behind him.
He was just about to tell the Italians
that he did not have 81 900 in his cage,
when Mr.. Bennett, who is n director
of the bank, walked in.
Mr.. Bennett saw by the look that the
paying teller gave him that something
was wrong.
He stepped up beside the Italians
and asked Mr.. Kohl what was the
matter. He was informed hat the men
had demanded 81 600 on Mr.. Neuman's
passbook.
'That's all right; let them have the
money. Haven't you enough to ac-
commodate them?" Mr.. Bennett asked.
mot just 1t present" replied the
paying teller.
I'm very sorry, but il o will just
step into this room we will have the
money for you in a few minutes" Mr..
Bennett said, as he waved the two
Italians and the woman toward the
private office of Francis I. Ketcham,
the cashier.
AS soon as Mr.. Bennett and the three
disappeared within the room, Mr.. Kohl
stepped to the front door of the bank.
where he found Sergeant Mahoney, of
the Ralph avenue station. At the same
moment, Mr.. Ketcham, the cashier, APP
peared. Mr.. Kohl explained The situa-
ton to them. Mahoney called Police
mar Boehm, and then the four walked
into the room where Mr. Bennett was
still expressing his regret to the
Italians that there should have been
any delay in letting them have the
money.
When they saw the policemen the
two Italians Jumped to their feet, but
before they could make a move both
were overpowered and forced into
chairs. They were searched and two
and a razor taken from them.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
BROWNS. DESPITE
EFFORTS OF HIS SONS.
George Webb, of New York, Seized with
Cramps While Swimming in the
Hackensack River.

HACKENSACK, July 25.-George
Webb, who conducts a large laundry in
Manhattan, began his vacation yester-
day, when he left his home in
Ridgefield Park with his two sons,
George and Ivan, 10 and 7 years old. re-
spectively, to spend the day along the
Hackensack River in a canoe.
It was a sad Homecoming late in the
afternoon, when Ricardo, the under
taker, and the two boys reached their
home and told Mrs. Webb that her
husband had been seized with a cramp
while swimming, and, after two cries
for help. sank in twenty feet of water
and was drowned. The boys heard the
cries and swan to where their father
was. They at first thought he was
fooling, for he was an excellent swim
mer. They couldn't find him and sum-
moned help.
The elder of the two boys located
the body and then CONSIDERABLY sent
his younger brother away while he
dragged the body 10 the shore. A
passing doctor worked over the body
some time at the boys request. but il
was useless.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
Hudson News
SHE ACTS QUEERLY
HARRISON WOMAN PLACED
BEHIND BARS.
Mrs. Josephine Fischer Sent to jail and
Will Be Examined as to Sanity
on Husbands Charge.

Mrs. Josephine Fischer. of 22 New Jer-
sey Railroad avenue, Harrison, was COM
mitted to the Hudson County Jail this
morning for ninety days by Judge Brane-
gan, in the Harrison Police Court, ana
will also go under a mental examination
for lunacy at that place. She was ar
rested late last night by Policeman Wood,
of Harrison, on complaint of her husband,
Joseph Fischer, who told the police that
his wife was acting in a queer manner.
When the police arrived at the Fischer
home last night, it was found that the
woman was in such condition. that the
ambulance was necessary to AXE her to
the police station. Mrs. Fischer, when ar
raigned this morning before Justice Bran
egan, acted In a crazy way. shouting and
crying. She had TO be taken to the cell
again. The Judge then made out the COM
mittment papers and she was removed In
the patrol to Jail this afternoon.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
BID HIM FAREWELL
ARLINGTON PASTOR WILL
QUIT SUNDAY.
Rev. Richard F. MacMichael Honored
by His Flock-Ee Has No Other
Charge in View.

A farewell reception was rendered to the
Rev. Richard f. MacMichael, retiring
pastor Of the First Baptist Church, Ar
lIngton, last night by the members Of the
congregation as we'll as by many outside
tewnspeople. He will preach his last SER
mon next Sunday, completing eleven years
there. He has no other charge in view.
The affair held In the church was largely
attended n an enjoyable feature, ar
ranged by the committee. was the presen-
tatIon of nm engrossed set Of resolutions
to the pastor on his good work, prepared
by a committee composed Of Andrew e.
Hunter, Stephen r. Smith md Herbert ID.
Newton in behalf Of the church
After the opening Of the reception by
II. r. Cornwell. chairman of the commit
tee of arrangements, who CAV a
Of the pastors work during his eleven
years pastorate. Mr.. Smith. in behalf Of
the committee presented the pastor with
the resolutions. Mr.. MacMichael responded
and especially referred to the expressions
of good viii that the thoughtful gift con-
tanned. The pastor was further pleas
antly surprised by the gift of the church
OF his August salary through Mr.. Corn
wall.
The musical part Of the program rem
dered by the choir and orchestra under
the dire ction Of Robert w, Crawford.
added much to the occasion. Miss Bessie
F. Burleigh presided at the organ.
The social hour and refreshments were
in charge of the me nbers Of the Ladies'
Aid Society and the Young Peoples So
~cieties.
Mr.. MacMichael will preach his fare
well sermon Sunday night when he will
have completed his eleven years connec-
tion with the church. He has made no
definite pastoral plans. The church will be
closed during August. reopening Septem-
her J., when Mr.. MacMichael's successor
will be considered.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
FOR HARMONY
OCEAN COUNTY REPUBLICAN
PEACE COMMITTEE.
May Not Favor Either Reelection Of
Senator shinn or Choosing of
Taylor for His Place.

LAKEWOOD. July 25.-Chairman Asa
T. Wilsey announced the appointment yes
terday Of his harmony committee
which, it is hoped, will unite the warning
factions of the G. o. p. in Ocean County.
The committee is named under a resolu-
ton adopted at a gathering of some fifty
Republicans at Toms River on Monday 10
talk over the situation and devise some
harmony plan. The men named are
County Clerk George H. Holman, Captain
Ralph 3. Gowdy and Judge NJ. L. Berry,
of Toms River; r. b. Dobbins and Free
holder Benjamin Van Note, of Lakewood;
Postmaster Thomas Graham. of Point
Pleasant; Freenolder David c. Conrad, Of
B%arnegat; DR.. c.. H.. Conover. OF Tucker
ton, and Joseph M. Thompson, OF New
Egypt.
1t is understood that this committee,
with the possible exception CT two, would
favor a third mar. for Senator. in prefer
enoe to either a third term for Senator
Shinn, or the nomination Of Assemblyman
Taylor for Senator. The choice of most
of them would be, it is said, Pilot Com
missioner Thomas A. Mathis, of Tucker
ton, who is a brother-in-law OF Judge
Berry.
After the committee was appointed,
County Clerk Holman, who is its chair
man by virtue of being first named. stated
that he would add the names Of William
H.. Fischer, the member OF the State
committee from Ocean County, who pub
fishes the Courier at Toms River, and
Frank Willing Leach. Matt Quay's old
lieutenant in Pennsylvania politics. who
now lives in Tuckerton. where he Is coll
lector OF the port. Leach was the man
who introduced and passed the Harmony
committee" resolution in the meeting on
Monday, and there was some surprise at
his being left off the committee, as it was
man.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
PRINCESS OF CALlPHS
TO HAVE NEWARK LODGE.
Trenton Members of the Order Will In.
stitute Lihassa Council No. 2
In This Citv
in This City.

TRENTON, July 25.-The largest at
tendance this summer was assembled last
night at the headquarters of Moradabad
Council No. /, Princes of Caliphs. There
were over 200 members present.
At the meeting business and pleasure
were combined. Arrangements were made
for the in%stitu:ing Of Lihassa Council No
2, Princess Of Caliphs, in Newark Fhe
new council win be organized next Tues.
day night. The local Caliphs will go Il
Newark in a body, September l, for the
purpose of installing the officers. 1t Is ex-
pected that fully 500 members will parade
to the Clinton street depot attired In
Caliphs' regalia. The Moradabad band
composed of thirty pieces, will head the
procession.
Further arrangements were made for
entire new uniforms with which to equip
the degree team and patrol, comprised OF
twenty-five full fedged Caliphs, who VIII
participate in installing the Newark coun-
ellis members. Plans were also completed
for C~aliphs's day, to be held at the White
City. August 6.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25

called the Councils attention to the con-
slant violation of the State automobile law.
Councilman Kraft, for the police commit
tee, said that for the lack of a sufficient
number Of policemen on day duty, there
being only four. he did not see how the
police department was In a position to
carry out the suggestions mad in the
letter.
Mayor Goldberg intimated that those o n
duty could do some active work along the
line suggested. The communication was
ordered filed.
Several citizens In a communication pro-
tested against the laxity Of the building in
spector in allowing the building ordinance
to be violated by David Harper In the
erection of the block of houses In Devon
street. The communication was referred to
the building committee for investigation.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
GROUSE ARRESTED
IN POISON CASE,
Boarder Who Called Mrs. speer Sweet
heart" Held with Her on Suspicion
of Her Husbands Murder.

MUNCIE, Ind, July 25.-Arnold Grouse,
alias Edward Graf, aged % years, was
arrested here last night in connection
with the Speer poisoning case at Lima,
O.. Grouse was a boarder at the Speer
home and left after the arrest Of Mrs.
Speer on suspicion Of having poisoned her
husband. She was taken in charge al
the cemetery where her husband was
being buried. Analysis of his stomach had
developed strychnine poison.
Grouse has been looked for since then.
In seai ching the man at the police sta.
ton a letter ready TO mail to Mrs, Speer
was found, 1t was addressed to Sweet
heart and suggested hat she leave Linn
at once after selling household goods and
her late husbands property and meet him
as soon as possible.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
Ex-SHERlFF TAMSEN DEAD
It Was One of His Keepers Who Cried
"Der chail Is Oudtl"

NEW YORK. July BE. J. II. Tamsen,
ex-Sherif of New York County, Is dead az
his home here, following a stroke of paral-
ysis. He was IS years old and for years
was n ~well-known figure ia German-Ameri-
can circles.
1t was while he was sheriff from 1894 to
1897 that an incident occurred that made
Sherin Tamsen famous the country over.
Three notorious postoffice thieves We're
confined In Ludlow street jail at the time.
They succeeded In getting away from the
German-American keepers Mr. TamseA had
put in charge of the jail. When one Of the
keepers discovered the escape, he rushed
excitedly into the street crying. der chail
Is oudt. der chall Is 0udtl'
The cry went all over the country and
the incident was seized upon as typical Of
Sheriff Tan1fn's administration, which II
by no faef nj was.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
ARLINGTON.

Mrs. d. A. Mcconnell. of Upper Mid
land avenue, left yesterday for Norwich.
Conn, where she will remain until the
middle of August, when she will accompany
Mr.. Mcconnell to Block Island, where
they will spend the rest Of the month.
Carpenters employed by the Erie Rail-
road began some necessary repairs on the
Kearny avenue bridge over the cut at that
point today.
The Interior of the First Presbyterian
Church is being thoroughly renovated by
carpenters and painters. The improve
ments will include the installing of cleo
tricity for lighting purposes.
Miss Jennie C. Pierce, of Albany, is
visiting in the home of Mr.. and Mrs.
George p. Foster, of the Heights section.
Miss Anna Smith, of Passaic avenue,
left yesterday for a visit among relatives
In Oswego.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
oRpHEus 11EDERKRANz ELECTION.

These officers of the Ladies' Auxiliary
of the Orpheus Liederkranz were elected
at the semi-annual meeting held In Wise
mann's Hall, Ferry street, last night:
President, Mrs. L. Wisemann; vice
president. Mrs. H.. Maus; recording sec.
rotary, Mrs. l., Beicke; financial secretary,
Mrs. r. Fell; treasurer, Mrs. K. Hellnig
auditing committee, Mrs. Steck, Mrs.
Colenmauer and Mrs. Karge. The finance
committee received a vote of thanks for
its good work. and the election was cele-
brated with a sociable.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
GERMAN1As TO SING PRIZE SONG.

The Germania Singing Society had a
rehearsal in the Kruger Auditorium last
night under the baton of their conductor,
william Laufenberg. Among other
choruFes renearsed was the Kaiser prize
song, Hans und Crete" by Julius Lorenz,
which scored such a hit at last years
big saengerfest. This will be sung by
the society at the benefit concert to be
given Saturday in the Colosseum Park for
the Newark Turn Verein's building fund.
The semi-annua election will be held next
month.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
FREDERIC THOMAS OVERCOME.

Frederic Thomas. of this city, was the
second man who was overcome with heat
this week at the plant Of the Standard
BitulIthic Company in Harrison, but in
his case it was not fatal. Joseph Metz,
who died Tuesday in st. Michaels Hos
pital. was the first. Thomas, while en-
gagged about 1880 o'clock this morning, fell
a victim of heat prostration, n 1t took
a physician half an hour to revive him.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
AR1oN1TEs AT FESTIVAL.

Members and friends of the M. G. V.
Arion enjoyed one of the society's sea-
sonable festivals in Kemper's West End
Park last night. Vocal and instrumental
music made up the greater part of The
program supplemented by games and di-
versions of various kinds. 1t was a late
hour before the merry company broke up.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
mAsoNs TO LAY CORNERSTONE.

SOMERVILLE, July 25.-The laying of
the cornerstone of the new court house
will take place on Tuesday afternoon,
September "a. 1t is understood that it
will be under the direction of Solomon's
Lodge as. Free and Accepted Masons.
Most worshipful Austen II. McGregor, of
Newark, grand master of Masons of this
State, and his associate Grand Lodge Of
fcers will lay the stone.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
KEARNY.

The Hudson County Tax Boar is maxi
ing another tour of Kearny today, in COM
pany with the local assessors. An investi-
cation of some of the assessments is being
made as the result of the belief that some of
the town property has been underassessed
Policeman Michael Williamson Is con-
fined to the house with sickness.
Mrs. Henry Phelps, of Duke street, left
yesterday for a few days's visit in Trenton.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
SINGERS, JOINT EXCURSION.

The NJ. G. V. Germania, the NJ. G. V.
Aurora and the orpheus Ldederkranz will
have n union excursion on August % to
Bellewood Park. A special train will take
the party to the place, n ample provi-
slons will be made for the enjoyment of
the singers, their families and their
friends.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25

Come. don't be silly about it," said the
young bride, hes merely an old flame Of
mine"
'Indeed?'' cried her aged bn wealthy
husband, Il suppose you dream OF his
fond caresses yet
No. she replied, dreamily, mot yet.
Philadelphia Press.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
THRnE HuRT IN Auro Acc1DEnr.

MOBILE, Ala, July 25.-Dr. J. 4. Knle-
brew, a young physician. was ground TO
pieces Under the wheels Of a moving
freight train Perrin Bestora. a young att
torney, was seriously injured. and wal
ter F. Horn, a business man, was slight
" injured in an automobile accident here
yesterday afternoon. All were prominent
residents Of this city.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
LIaHTED MATCH CAUSED FIRE.

A lighted match dropped in a clothes
closet caused a small fire in the residence
Of Robert Jones, a negro, OF PSI Broome
street. at II O'Clock last night. When
Jones saw the smoke he rushed to %
628 and turned IA bn alarm. Tho JOSS was
4 suit Of clothes Neiongine % Jones.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
rwo SECRETARIES OF rraAr1ou.

OYSTER BAw, n. r., July 25.-Presi-
dent Roosevelt today made the following
appointments; james @. Bailey. OF Ken
lucky. to be secretary Of the legation at
Copenhagen, Denmark. and Norman
Hutchinson, Of California, to be secretary
Of legation and consnl-General to Rn-
mania and Servla-
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25

Said Hell suppose you have had ample
time to think ovev the proposal I made
you a week ago2
Said She-Yes. and the more / thought
of It the less l thought OF it-Chieago
News.
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25
THE F%RATERNITlES

Items for this department should be adj
dressed: "Fraternal Editor"
starr
The evening star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1907-1908, 1907-07-25

People 80 where they're invited. Advertise
IN THE EVENING STAR and they'u come to
xon'
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-03-07
FRIDAY, HOusekeepers Day
GLASSWARE.

40c heavy banded crystal water numbers 2tc dz
 tumbler BOG dz SAC Fine thin blown etched
 water tumbier 55c dz $l.25 Fine thin blown needle
 etcned water tumbler 95c dz 25c Colonial glass sugar and
 cream 10c each
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-03-07
OFFICER MUSTEXPLAN
Why He Was Doing Duty al
 Polish Club.

Supernumerary Policeman Luke Bowling is to be haled before the
 board of public safety to explain how
 he came to be doing duty at the
 Polish club in the Lilley building on South Main street Sunday afternoon and evening when the police raided the place. His explanation so far is that he supposed he was called upon to preserve the peace at wedding. At the meeting of the board yes- terday motion was passed summon ing the officer to appear at its next meeting which will be held on March l20.
 Superintendent Beach tendered a change in the rules governing the official conduct of the supernumer- aries. At present a supernumerary can do special duty wherever he is called upon and is paid by those who call upon him.
 Superintendent Beach's rules are first: No official shall be allowed to do duty only when requested by the superintendent and assigned by him. Second: Persons desiring special pro- tection shall make application to the superintendent. Third: The super intendent shall make appointments for special duty at his own discre- tion.
 The superintendent would also reg ulate the compensation for special duty. Between a. m. and midnight forty cents an hour Between mid- night and a. m. sixty cents an hour for regular policeman and fifty for specials.
 Joseph T. Neagle was elected member of the regular force, and the resignation of Michael Byrnes from Chemical engine company was ac- |cepted
 Officer John Brearton was put on the pension list at his own request. Sometime ago he sustained an injury while on duty and has not recovered from the effects yet, and 1t is if he ever shall recover. The officer was making an arrest of Lithuanian in Brooklyn one night and had a ter rible time with his captive. He land ed his man but his clothes were torn, there was gash in his neck and his right arm was broken. For the satis- faction of the board Sergeant Blake ly. who was on duty at the desk that night, told of the occurrence.
 The Lucita A Province society pe- titioned for police squad to head a parade of the organization. Con- missioner Grimm most vigorously protested the petition. He said it was no fun for any man to lead a parade and he did not think a police man ought to be asked to do such duty without special compensation. He thought it was about time this thing should be stopped. Some time or other, he said. it will be stopped and the board might as we'll stop it now. The matter was referred to the superintendent.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-03-07
,arncKics ..r.ner pie..

PITTSBURG. March 1.-Colonel H. J. Lindsay. forty-seyen years old. as- sistant to the president of the Carnegie Steel company. died here after an Ill., ness of several months. He was one of Andrew Carnegie's young part ners." having entered the employ of the Carnegie company as a telegrapher when eighteen years of age. He was active in national guard affairs and was an aid on the stan of Governor Stuart.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-03-07
OUR ENTIRE LINE OF ROYAL wATC0MB VASES AT 25 PER
 CENT OF REGULAR PRICES.
LAMPS.

'25 rolls new patterns. all wool ingrain carpets. sold elsewhere at I5c a yd. Friday 62c yd 10 patterns Brussel Carpets, pa'- terms suitable for parlor. halls and stairs. sold elsewhere at S5e yd, Friday 69c yd Best quality , frame body Brus- sells carpet with or without border to match. sold else where at s1.3i to s1.50 a yd. Friday SIPS yd Genuine old fashioned weave of , ply carpet. guaranteed fast and very durable, value s1.Io yd. Friday s5e yd Administer carpets. soft. rich psrlor patterns. both oriental and floral, value SIPS yd. Friday sse yd Large assortment extra quality velvet carpets. two tone, red and green. also many rich par Tor designs. value s1.25 yd. Friday 9se yd 5o rolls China and Japanese Mat tings. woven in carpet designs. all coloTs. always sold at 90 to 35c yd. Friday 2Ie vd Genuine inIaid linoleum solid through to the back. perfect goods, value SIPS yd. Friday
 75e yd We'll seasoned floor oil cloth good line of. patterns and eoIors. Friday 21c yd 1 eco window shades. all the Standard goods. roller ready to hang Friday 21c each goo Pairs rume muslin curtains vith hsnstitched rune snd five rows tucks. value ssc. Friday 3ec pair
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-03-07
TEA AND DINNER WARE.

$5.95 Tea set Carlsbad China,
 dainty floral decoration, 56N
 pieces S30 5000 Dinner set, American
 porcelain with pink rose dec
 oration and gold lined, 100 . pieces S7 AK $13.95 Dinner set, English por-
 celain, flow blue scenic decora-
 tion, 112 pieces S0 AK $500 Dinner set, American
 porcelain, pink rose border
 decorations and 4 gold lines.
 100 pieces Sllo5