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Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
ARREST POOR
BOX THIEF, I2
YEAR OLD BOY

George Molner, twelve-year-old
boy, of 81 Cortlandt street, was lock.
ed up this moor by Detective Sergeant
HUH and Detective Long, on charge
Of robbing the poor box of the Hun
garian Catholic church in Cortlandt
street. During the past few months
the boy, 1t is alleged, stole over $50.
For the past few months, Rev. L.
Permit has been watching for the
thief. He sent for an electrician and
had an alarm put In the rectory, a
few doors from the church, and had
1t connected with the poor box.
When the priest was out Wednes-
day the alarm went off. A servant
rushed into the church and, it is al
legged. caught young Molner taking
money out Of the poor box.
The boy managed to get away, but
not before the girl got a good de-
scription of him. Chief Burke was
notified and Huff and Long were de-
tailed to the case. They arrested
Molner and 1t is said, after some
questioning, he confessed.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
HE THOUGHT
GERMANTOWN
SEAT OF Gov.
Special to the EVENING NEWS:

NEW BRUNSWICK, Jan. TO-
United States Assistant District At
torney Dredg was here today to con-
slider naturalization matters. AS has
been announced he will come four
times year. There were about
twenty-five foreigners who wanted to
be citizens, but many of them showed
such lack of knowledge of the Unit
ed States government that they had
to be rejected.
One fellow said that Bonhamtown
was the seat of government and that
Governor Stokes made the laws.
Aphilla Anabilli, from Perth Am
boy, said that Stokes was President
of the United States. He was given
time to learn some more.
Stewart Hent King, a clerk at the
State House for Boys at Jamesburg,
answered all the questions satsfac-
torily and was accepted. He came
from Denmark.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
LAWYER PETERSON is
coMPLIMENTED ON BILL

Lawyer Peter A. Peterson has re-
ceived communication from Senator
George 8. Silzer, complimenting Mr..
Peterson on his work of making UP
an amendment to the general corpor-
alton laws of 1895. The bill for such
an amendment was made up by Mr..
Peterson about a month ago. An
attempt will be made to put 1t
through, according to the communi-
cation received by the local attorney.
should such an amendment be made,
1t will become possible to sue any
corporation for damages in any
county.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
Grand Eucampment I.0.0.F.

A special session of the grand en-
campment, /. o. o. F, will take place
In Atlantic City, February IT, II
will be the first meeting In South
Jersey In the history of the organiza-
tion. Announcement of the gather
ing was made Wednesday evening by
Grand Patriarch Henry d. Speaker
man, of Absecon. Previously all such
meetings have taken place in North
Jersey.
Two sessions will take place, the
first at 8 p. m. and the second at 1880
p. m. At the afternoon session ex-
emplification OF past ofiicers' degrees
will take place. Scarlet degree mem
bers will be admitted in the evening.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
Drum Corps Defers Action.

The Goodwill Fife and Drum Corps
held meeting last night in their
rooms in High street. In a contest
Miss Florence Mum, of 126 Market
street, was awarded $3.50 in gold.
The committee called upon Miss
Mum last night. The matter of COM
bining with the Washington Fife and
Drum corps has been laid over until
next month. The members of the
Goodwill corps are requested to meet
In their practice rooms Monday night.
at O'Clock. The members of the
Washington corps will meet at Red
Mems hall, Jefferson building at the
same time.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
CAPTAIN OF
COAL BARGE.
is DROWNED
Special to the EVENING NEWS:

cPoCtUt 70 tb0 EVHNlN9 NRW6
SOUTH AMBOY, Jan. 10:-James
Fitzpatrick, captain of the coal barge
Tom and Jim. fell overheard from his
boat about 8 o'clock last night and
was drowned. His body has not yet
been recovered.
The barge was lying at the south
erly side of the old steamboat dock.
Fitzpatrick was hauling on rope to
move his boat when the rope slipped
causing him to lose his balance. Be-
fore he could save himself he fell into
the water. 1t is thought Fitzpatrlct
struck his head as he fell and was
rendered unconscious, for II he came
to the surface again he made no noise
and, as 1t was dark, 1t was impossible
for anyone to see him.
John H. Fitzpatrick, father of the
drowned man, owned the barge. He
lives at 1786 Willow avenue, Ho-
boken.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
AT
HIGH SCHOOL

At a meeting of the executive
committee of the High School Ath-
letic Association yesterday afternoon,
nominating committees were appoint
ed for each class. The senior class
have committee of four; the juniors
six, sophomores, eight, and freshmen,
four. These committees will make
their nominations for the various
Offices on any of the teams.
Louis Ellie was elected manager of
the basketball teams, in the ploce of
John Reilley, who resigned.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
SUPPOSED BURGLAR
WAS FAST ASLEEP

While Patrolman Quinlan was COM
Ing down State street early this morn
ing, he met man who told him that
he thought burglar was entering
the Goldberger building on State
street. The policeman found that a
drunk" was asleep on the second
floor.
This morning the fellow gave his
name as Mike Dunleavy, and said he
was bricklayer. He was fined IS.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
AMATEUR NIGHT
AT The THEATRE

The amateur contest at the Majes-
tic theatre last night was scream.
The first prize was awarded to
Edward ]. Springer, who did a sing
ing and dancing act. Second prize
went to Edward Madsen and Tony
Dennison, who gave an acrobatic
stunt. Third prize was given to An
drew Harrington, Jr., whose dancing
caused the most fun of the evening.
Stephens and Owens in a burlesque
boxing match and Mosey Miller, a
tiny boy who sang, completed the
program
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
IMPORTANT
Wit NESS
MISSING

Chief Burke has received word
from New York that John Keydon, an
important witness in the trial OF
Kaliski, the New York pawnbroker,
who is charged with receiving stolen
goods from Andrew Everson, of this
city, has been whisked away and the
trial may have to be postponed until
Keydon is found.
The Central Office has sent out a
general alarm for Keydon, an eigh-
teen-year-old boy, who was released
from the House of Detention on bail
on Christmas Eve.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
New Officials TO Entertain.

The newly appointed city officers
will give dinner to the democratic
aldermen and others at the Packer
House tomorrow night. 1t was first
decided to hold the reception last
night and to invite only few friends,
but the plans have been changed. 1t
is understood that about sixty will
be present.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
OTHER RAGING AUTO
WILL BE HERE SOON

A rehearsal and committee meeting
for the Raritan Yacht Club benefit at
the Majestic theatre next Tuesday
night will be held at the club house
tonight
Another one of the racing automo-
biles to be used in Arthur Nelson's
production of "A Racing Romance"
will be here in a day or two.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
CHANGES IN
STREET DEPT.

Former Commissioner Fullerton,
who was to have helped Street Com
missioner Adair until the end of this
month, is through, as are also his
uncle. Robert Fullerton, who was
foreman in the department, and his
father, William Fullerton, who was
inspector of the old slippery meadows
dumping grounds.
1t is understood that Dennis Flynn
has been named as foreman.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
WILL ERECT
WAREHOUSE

Leon & Roessler are about to erect
a warehouse on Paterson street.
They recently purchased six lots at
State and Paterson streets, about
200x75 feet. The building will be
75x75 feet square and two stories
high. Henry Nelson has the general
contract. Morgan F. Larson survey
ed the site this morning.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
To Discuss Buffalo System.

A meeting of Lincoln Engine Com
pany will be held Tuesday night. The
matter of the Buffalo" fire depart
ment system will most likely be dis
cussed and delegates may be appoint
ed to see the Board OF Aldermen.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
Rubber Co. Incorporated.


INV BRUNSWICK, Jan. 10:-
Articles of Incorporation were filed by
the New Jersey Rubber Company to-
day. 1t is capitalized at $4,000 with
Offices at Milltown. Ten shares have
been sold as follows: Clement e.
Ecrode, four; A. L. Mundy, 2; H.
Raymond Groves, q; M. Irving DEM
Arrest, 3. The last three are con-
nected with the county Board OF Free
holders The company IS to manu-
facture rubber novelties.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
Completing Sewer Branches.

The Hall avenue branch and the
State street extension of the North
Amboy sewer system are practically
completed. The Penn street branch,
south of Hall avenue, has not yet
been started, and will probably not be
until spring.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
Thought Thief Was Here. !

Detective Inkin, of the New York
police force, was In Perth Amboy
yesterday. He had tip that the
theft who had stolen a horse and
wagon owned by David Androvette,
of Kreischerville. s. l., was in this
city.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10

Not every For Sale ad. repre-
sents some mans extremity-yot
most OF them mean SOME MANS
OPP0RTUNITYin
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10

The Bento property at LOG High
street. occupied by Edward L. Grid
ley, has been sold for $40, 200 to Mrs.
M. O'Toole, of 437 State street.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10
Restaurant to L

Restaurant TO Be Moved.
e. T. Hendriekson, who keeps q
restaurant in the Bunten building,
Smith street, is making arrange
ments to move to 55 Smith street.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1908-01-10

The EVENING NEWS gives you all
the local news and the news OF ail
the world besides. No ether paper
does thiA
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-05-24
SUNDAY MAGAZINE FOR MAY ~. 1908

cred bookcases. She went up to enc, beside
window, and threw open door 1t was as If she
displaying a rif1ed tomb.
Here is where it was kept,-right in there. You
see the marks of a chisel something the
lock. The frame pried open. Isn't it dreadful?
That book was like an only child to us.
Astro apparently gave it scarcely glance. Mrs.
Barrister, he said, III ask you kindly to leave
here alone for fifteen minutes. L extraor
dinariy sensitive to vibrations; but must be I'M
disturbed while l concentrate my mind sufficiently
to induce the proper psychic conditions. Mean
while my assistant will stay with you
MRS BARRISTER was impressed, and withdrew
~ without further questioning The door OF the
library was shut, and the two women sat down by a
window in the reception room Valeska Immediately
began her own line of investigation.
when did you last the book she asked.
Thursday afternoon about four clock showed
it to caller, and then locked the case as usual.
after ten, and went almost Immediately to the
library, had been having discussion about
one of the lines in Macbeth Then the book
was gone
DO you know of anyone having entered the
room, besides yourself and Mr.. Barrster, between
four and tenn
Mary, my maid was in with the tea things;
And you don't suspect herr"
oh, no! She has been with me for years"
And the caller?''
Mrs Barrister thought for moment before an
swering. Then she said, 1T Mr. White. L
confess l don't like him very well. But he's more
a trend or my husband S than mine. In tact, my
husband came in before Mr.. White left; SO l went
up stairs and left the two men alone. l had idea
there was some trouble between them"
Does your husband belong to any cub?"
Yes, the Booklovers and to the Stage Club. So
does Mr. White. Why?''
Oh" said Valeska carelessly, he seemed such
of the world,-just the man to belong to
clubs. you know. But who showed Mr.. White out
the door,
Why, Mr.. Barrister with him himself.
You see, it couldn't have been possible for him to
have fnEa hTnl 4 Ifa 1arOp vn11
You have looked everywhere, of course?"
oh yes We went Immediately to work, went
through Mary's room at her request, and then
everywhere else in the house 1t simply isn't here.
A T this moment Astro opened the door and
walked silently into the room.
oh, Mrs. Barrister suddenly exclaimed quite
forgot to tell Mr. Astro something that I'm is
important! It's clue we discovered while
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-05-24

-;ster's and want you to use your eyes better
han you did last night. expect you to see every
thing that | don't. Remember to watch me-
though, and be ready for instructions. Notice any
signal / NAV happen to give you. For instance, IT
raise my eyes the ceiling, my next look will be
a. what i want you to notice. If touch anything
GOV re to take it and look at it carefully, and follow
:vf4; saw next If l cough, you re to create some
diversion 50 that won't be noticed for few mo-
i,.e;lts.
Valeska laughed You'll be doing trance
EEK; Funny how we'll the bluff always works,
ism t 1t.
Astro frowned My dear" he said pompousy
There are of the ether, rays, and ultra
violet vibrations to which exceedingly
Ceptble. / have inner and esoter1c
knowledge of life and mysteries that is hidden
from all who have not lived for cycles and cons in
solitude and contemplation with the Mahatmas OF
the Himalayas!
Valeska, instead of being impressed broke into
ripping laugh as they went up the sidewalk
THE Barrsters lived in large; solemn brownstone
house off Ffth-ave. one of hundred similar
dorciles, heavily furnished, dim close, lusterless,
reception room till Mrs. Barrister appeared She
was large, pumply built, with gray hair artfully
pcmpadoured and undulated, and a pleasant,
though not very intelligent, smile; woman that
still kept herself we'll and carried herself well,
-reasurng the last remains of what had been a
comfortable prettiness She greeted them cordially.
I'm 50 glad you've come, she announced E q.
s.re that you could help us if anybody could, and
! do feel terribly about this robbery! You know
it was my wedding gift to Mr.. Barrister My hus-
tard agreed with me that it wasn't exactly
,or the police, and we don't want any more talk
epout it than is absolutely necessary. I've heard
much about you, Mr.. Astro; for great many
Ct my friends have gone to you, and you told them
such remarkable things! Then that of your
finding the Sacarnet sapphire gave considerable
confidence in you. Why, my mother
covered purse she had lost by going to a medium
suout it, She hustled about amiaby
Now, suppose you want to see the library,
don't you: You know, Mr. Barrister doesn't be-
i:eve in anything supernatural, and he wouldn't
stay. But I'll show you in
During this long speech, Valeska eyes travelled
Mrs. Barrister's porty person; but the Master
Of Mysteries seemed rapt in thought distracted
and inattentive. He rose now, however, and fol-
lowed through the folding doors into the library
had occurred, and now she raised them, showing
square room, lined on every wall with glass COW
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-12-20
BUT. OLlI! MT TURK .ht NNE MT01I9l
CHRISTMAS PIES.

A Novel Sport For . children's Party
 ln Holiday Time. Have a large pan covered with brown tissue paper to look like pie crust. In- side the pie have these letters, to which arc attached ribbons, the other end of which come through the pie crust. The letters, neatly cut out are: Six as. two ms. three e's, four r's, three y's, one c, two h's, two s's, one t, two ms, one q. two p's. one W and one i.
 The children sit around the pie. each holding one thread. They sing
 Sing a son'~ of Christmas.
 A pie crlst full of fun.
 Find the wish We wish you
 When the game is done. Then they pull the letters out and pin them on their breasts. Then be-
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-12-20

dwelling suitable country al grand designed feature
 hall having stairs to cellar ana complete having closet chambers arranged
 
 chambers kche There foot stoned up Estimated mantel and exclusive heating s5o Fms to location J. Fl. DAVERMAN X SON.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-12-20

THE CHRISTMAS PIE. gins the fun of puzzling out how the children should stand in a line so that the letters will form sentence. When in proper position the letters will make A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND X
 HAPPY NEW YEAR.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-10-30
Fine City Lots.

DR.. D. j. Hydrick has opened up
a suburb which he very appropriately
has named Fairview. 1t is located
in the Northeastern portion or the
city, as shown in cut in. ad. IN
another column. The lots are aD0ut
rs miles from the Court House
and about 10 minutes walk To the
business center. They are hlgh'
overlooking the city and beautifully
situated in first class section. inns
looks like a fine chance TO build 4
home, particularly so wien you con-
slider that labor, lumber ard othef
material are cheaper now than tncy
have been in several years past. we
understand that these lots can DE-
bought on easy terms.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-10-30
DOING THEIR DUTY.
scores of Crangcburg Readers Are
Learning the Duty Of the Kidneys.

Learning the Duty Of the Kidneys.
To filter the blood is the kidneys
duty.
When they fail to 10 this the kid
neys are sick.
Backache and many kidney ills
follow;
Urinary troubles, diabetes.
Doan's Kidney Pills cure them all.
Orangcburs people endorse our
claim.
J. l.. Phillips, Farmer, 50 Sellers
Ave-, Orangeburg, S. c., says: On
several occasions l have used Doan's
Kidney Pills procured from DR.. j.
&. Wannamaker drug store and
they have always. given entire salts
faction"
For sale by all dealers. Price SO
cents. Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo,
New York, sole agents for the Unit
ed States.
Remember the name-Doan s.
and take no other.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-10-30
, You Only Half Alive:

pa Sith kidney trouble are so
esG weak exhausted tha. they al, are
only half ase. .Foey's Kidney Rem
500 edy makes kidneys, restorc@
900 lost vitality, pafa. weak, tehca'e
people are restored to health. he-
90 fuse anv bnt Foley's. For sale b.
Dr.. A. G. Dukes.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-10-30

III II, P ". earn.
Br.,nchvrlle w. P. McAlhany, G..
P. Mters, I. B. Ealrey. -. =,
6 DIR Gr,ve-J. E. Metts, T. r.
Gr,lfith, }. + An.I-v
sopp.-G. E. Griffith, w. NJ. Ritter,
$. B. Cope.
C rdova.-D. H. Bair, J. E. Mack,
A. L. s n"nk. -
,,antzlers Mi III. \. Dantzler, j.
w. Wartor, A. L S -nemaker.
attzl RS Pow. G.. Evans, J. o.
Shuler, NJ. q. Ra-t.
E Ioree.-M. L. Posey, H. A. Fielder,
]. = Umer
Jamisou.-Ivy Till, L H. Btckwith,
Willie Haley.
Liv ng,ton.-F. y Livingston, 4.
s. f4oghes. Curtis Carter.
Nortn.-E. J. Jones, E. II. Salley,
Frank Knots
Norway B. Boltin, C. D. R'st-
land, L. w Bars.
Oraugahurg.-W. P. Brunson, H. E
Bol-u, j. G. Murphy.
Ph'lips.-J. w. Sheppard, H. r.
Jams II, Daniel j. Cir fifth.
Gu ,rtlebaum.-W. w. Hodges, ]. R.
Anak r, G. F. Porter.
Rowesvill-.-kichard Hopkins, D. 5.
Funche George F.nrhes.
S.wyarciale.-J. NJ. Kuotts, K. c
Williamson, D. J. Brown.
Springfirld.-L. 4. Phillips, D. K.
Fauua Z, J. A. ou "mers.
Vanre-W. A Avinger, S. f. Dantz
Ter, A., P, Avinger.
The Managers al each precinct nam
ed above are requested to delegate one
oi thelr number to secure boxes ard
thanks for the LECTION from j. M
Hughes, at office of A Abial Lathrop, an,
| Inc after tuesday, Oct. y, 1905.
J. Stokes Saliey,
Chairman.
j. D. Griffith,
J. G. Punches.
commissioners of State and County
,Eie tiolls for OrangeOur.s County
S. c..
-J. NJ. Hughes, :,
Clark,
October IS, 1908.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-10-30

The ocean diver who fails TO rise
IN the world must be in the depths
of despair.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-10-30

Total in vouchers Nos. ]
to 80 inclusive ......S 3--'.o
Respectfully suhmitted'
l.. II. WANNAMAkEts'
Secretary.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-10-30
erS pnbiic Works

Gentlemen: respectfully submit
this report of the receipts and dis"
bGrsements Of the office OF secfe-
tary Commissioners ol PuDlic WORKS
for the month OF August, 1908:
Cash balance on name aug.
|. ..'.'..'''.''''9 '4 ~
Received during tne inohtn '-Ao'o
Total .....''', 9Z'l oo'1-
Disbursed during
Ihe h'onth '''T
transferred 10
City Acct. =. '2A3'o
-s2,1 ,16G.42
No cash nala!ice
IrcdltS cue oE
City funds .s5'o s.o"
Sources CT RccelplS-
Water =. .....$ 2S2.G4
" Currpnt 591 10
Waterfalls 336.01
MOTOR rents ~
---$1,21S.S1
Consolidated disbursements
,,ypensc acct. IS 662.26
extension acct. 231.09
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1908-10-30

Detailed disbursements
Street pay roll, Aug LIS 1910
Owen & Co., repairs st.
department :. l4.oo
A. c. T.. R. r. Co., freight
on hrick ...... 1900
Ayers G. Williams, cement 1920
Orangeburg Hid. & Fur. Co.,
nails etc ..... 49,
Street nav roll, Aug S.. 65.45
John Mcnamara, supplies
for st. dept. 9.oV
Street pay roll, Aug. Is. 7G.l9
w. A. ]. Nettles, lumber. 24.eo
A. c. l.. R. r. Co., freight
on drain pipe l0.0l
Street pay roll, Aug. % 69.oo
Southern R. r. Co., freight
drain pipe ........... oo.9H
w. H. Brown, VS., treating
mules ".''
s+reot nav roll Aug. 90. 66.7l
E. ]. Smoak, pea vine hay. s.o'
j. B. Etheredge, dieting
Acct. for Aug. 9.... $3.50
The Sun, dodgers in Re
Farmers Institute 6.oo
The Sun, dog ordinances. l.o9
Crystal Ice Co., Ice. Luz
NJ. f. Inabinet, transcribing
names to tax duplicate. o.oo
Orangeburg Military Band,
special appropriation 10000
Municipal Journal, subscrip. 5.oo
Sou. Bell Tel & Tel. Co.,
service for August -. 2.6j
Jeffords & Salley, cotton
weighers, spl. approprtn. lo3.46
City Banks, interest on
overdrafts July 1o.oi
The Sun, job printing 3.oo
Orange Cotton Mills, 52.25
tons coal q 3.1O...... loZ.o'
Orange Cotton Mills, 80
tons coal q 3.1O...... 93.oo
Orange Cotton Mills, 40
tons coal q 3.1O...... 124.oo
Wannamaker Mfg Co.,
paints, ETC.. Rest House e6.2-
Owen & Co., Rest House