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Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
RETURN FROM
CONVENTION OF
THE PYTHIANS

Past Chancellor Commander Carl
Walters, delegate from Algonquin
Lodge, Knights of Pythias, to the
annual session of the grand lodge in
Trenton, returned home last night.
Others from here who attended the
session in the interest of electing
Sarinus Rechnitzer as grand outer
guard, but who was defeated for
that Office, were John Fritzsinger,
William H. Cortelyou, Peter Poul-
sen, Cortlandt Brewster, F. Fox and
A. F. Munoz, besides large delega-
tions from Railway, New Brunswick
and Metuchen.
Mrs. Brewster was the only one
from here at the session in the In
terest of the Pythian Sisters. All
of the delegation returned last night
They report close fight for Mr..
Rechnitzer and will again put him
in the field next year.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
BLOCK LIGHT
PROJECT NOT
YET ADOPTED

About twenty Of the merchants in,
terested in converting Smith street, be-
tween High and State streets, into q
Great White Way" met In the Odd
Fellows building at O'Clock yester-
day afternoon to discuss with Repre-
sentative Chandler, of the Public Ser
vice Corporation, the cost of the light
ing.
Those present were favorably In
clined to the idea and, if Mr.. Chandler
had appeared, in all probability some
definite action would have resulted. As
it was, the Public Service man did not
put In an appearance, and after an in.
formal discussion the meeting was ad
journed, although not until the mer.
chants had waited an hour for Mr.
Chandler. AiN
Efforts were made to reach him, but
at the local Office of the Public Ser
vice Corporation, it was stated that his
auto broke down near Metuchen. He
arrived here later.
Before adjourning the emrchants
delegated John K. Sheehy to confer
with the Public Service officials about
rates and to call another meeting after
he has secured the information.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
Is ASSAULTED AT A
NORTH AMB0Y SALOON

Joseph Kish reported to Patrol
man Kozusko at 1920 o'clock last
night that he had been assaulted by
a saloonkeeper named Takacs at SO
Cortlandt street. The policeman
went to the saloon, which is run by
Bertelan and Barbala Takacs, to in
vestigate the matter. He was told
that Kish had become too friendly
with Mrs. Takacs and that her hus-
band had thrown him out. The po-
liceman refused to make an arrest
and told Kish he would have to first
swear out q warrant.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
STRIKERS ARE
NEARLY ALL
BACK AT WORK

The strike at the plant Of the Vulcan
Detinning Works at Sewaren is practi-
cally settled and most of the old men
returned to work this morning. At the
plant this afternoon it was stated that
satisfactory agreement had been eff
fected and that the plant would not be
closed.
Arrangements had been made to
pay off the old men this morning and
put on new ones, but as the strikers
returned to work, the paying was de-
layed until tomorrow, which is the
regular pay day.
The strikers congregated about the
outside Of the plant early yesterday,
building fires at intervals, where they
remained all day. They spoke amongst
themselves but showed no signs OF vio-
lence.
Superintendent Shines told the strik-
ers that If there were any of them who
wanted to return to work they could
do so, but none answered. After much
talking the foreigners said they would
not return to work unless Manager
Frank Bailey was discharged, which de-
mand the company refused.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
PORK BARREL
OPEN TODAY
IN CONGRESS

Washington, Feb 19:-Despite the
recommendation of the President in
his last annual message to Congress, the
sundry civil appropriation bill was re-
ported from the committee to the House
today. II contained the same clause
limiting the activities of the secret SER
vice to the investigation Of counter
feiting and the protection Of the Presi-
dent. The bill, however, grants the
Secretary of Interior 100000 for
the detection and prevention of fraud
on public domain. One clause au-
thorizes the President, with the con
sent of the republic of Cuba, to In
vite proposals for the removal of the
battleship Maine from Havana har-
Dor.
The largest item of the bill provides
$33,638,000 for work on the canal.
Rivers and harbors net $19,574, ,514;
public buildings, $1Te18,646. The
total of the bills is $1S6,o22, 900.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
REVOLUTION
COMMITTEE
is DISSOLVED
Special BY United Press Wire.

Berlin, Feb. 19:-The Berlin
Deutsche Zeitung is the authority TO
the statement today that the Rus
sian revolutionary committee has
dissolved and Prince Kropotkin, Mr..
Sussulitsch and other leaders in the
movement have declared that hence
forth they win abandon revolutions
ary activities.
The collapse of the central revo-
lutionary organization, according to
the Zeitung, is due to the revelation
concerning the connection of Eugene
Azef, a police spy, with the organiza-
ton. The Azef exposure produced
the most important political agita
tion Russia has experienced for
years.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19

PLAN CLASS
INITIATION

AT the next meeting of Court
Perth Am boy, Independent Order of
Foresters, March 4, a large class ini-
tiation will take place. Seventeen
candidates are now in waiting to be
initiated and the members are max
ing an effort to have a class of twen-
ty-flve.
High Chief Storm and the degree
team from Newark will be here at
that time.
At the meeting last night plans
were discussed for the class initia-
tion and entertaining the new candi-
dates and visitors
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
WILL TEACH FARMERS
BY OBSERVATION TRAIN

Trenton, Feb. 19:-For the purpose Of
furnishing direct to farmers practical
methods in farming, the State Board
of Agriculture yesterday completed ar
rangements for the fitting up of rail-
road cars, from which lectures and dem
onstrations will be made along the lines
of the Pennsylvania Railroad, in South
Jersey, and on the line of the old Cam
den b Amboy Railroad, between Cam.
den and South Amboy. If the expeeri-
ment proves successful the plan will be
taken up on q more extensive scale
next year.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
]. P. HOLM AIDS In
WORTHY RELIEF WORK

J. P. Holm, of Kearny avenue, pro-
prietor of the Danish weekly,
which circulates here, is an active MEM
Der of the Danish Committee in New
York, giving relief to fellow-country-
men. He ably assisted in making the
recent concert the success it was. The
affair retted snug sum for the relief
Of the Danes about New York, who are
in destitute circumstances and seeking
employment
The next meeting of the committee
to devise ways and means to care for
the needy will be held Monday night
at the New York Office Of the Danish
American.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19

Emil Koyen, Of Elm street, a con-
tractor and builder, has purchased ten
lots on the westerly side Of Kearny
avenue from J. P. Holm, upon which he
proposes to erect ten handsome resi-
dences. The approximate value of the
property is $4,000.
The land in question is part of the
Westminster tract owned by J. P. Holm
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
REDUCTION IN
STEEL PRICES
is PREDICTED
Special by United Press wirs

Special bg United Press WfTa
New York. Feb. ia Wall
street summary says statement will
be issued by the steel corporation
today which will make the steel
market an open one, allowing each
dealer and manufacturer to make his
own price until the existing Difficult
ties have been adjusted.
The steel market showed weak
ness throughout this mornings trad
ing. A new low price for steel com
mon was reached when it fell to
4S5s.
The New York Representatives OF
the United States Steel Corporation
have been in conference here all day
A cut in steel is predicted as a result
of the conference. This cut will ap
ply to all lines in the steel industry
excepting steel rails.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
SAID ARTICLES WERE
TAKEN FROM HER YARD

Roundsman Morris was detailed
by Chief Burke last night to the
home OF Mrs Kersgaard at 144
Broad street. The woman said that
a man had been taking things from
her yard, upon which the officer ad-
visod her to appear before the re
corder and swear out a warrant.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
FUNERAL OF VIM.
HARTMANN TODAY

The funeral of William Hartmann
took place from his late residence in
Front street at 2 o clock this afternoon.
Rev. Jacob Ganss, pastor OF st. Paul 8
German church, oficiated. The Arbei-
ter Msnnerchor, of which he was a
member, sent large standing wreath.
The bearers were Louis BRIGGS, John
Meshrow, Charles seel, Louis FRANKIE,
George Evans and Samuel Hornsby. In
terment followed in Alpine cemetery.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
REDMEN TO HOLD "A
SOCIAL FOR MEMBERS

At meeting of Po Ambo Tribe, Red
Men, last night, one candidate, M. j.
Donavan, was given the chiefs degree
The entertainment committee, OF
which Thomas Lucas is chairman, re-
ported that everything is in readiness
FOR the social after the meeting Of next
Thursday night. The entertainment
will be for members only and will con.
sist mostly of home talent.
Degree Master Philip Schwartz and
staff will visit Papiac Tribe in Wood
bridge next Wednesday night. They
will meet at their hall ct 0 clock and
90 by trolley to Woodbridge.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
RAISED $IOO
FOR ITALIANS
RELIEF FUND

A meeting Of the committee in charge
of the recent Italian ball, for the bene.
fit of the earthquake sufferers, was held
last night at Domey Cerulo's home In
Washington street, at which all &C
counts relative to the affair were set.
tied.
The committee calculated that $10C
had been cleared. This is to go to the
New Jersey Branch Of the Red Cross
Society, through the local treasurer
Harry Conard.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
SELF DEFENSE
WILL BE The
COOPER PLEA

Nashville, Tenn, Feb. 19:-The
prosecution rested its case against
Colonel Cooper, Robin Cooper, his
son, and John Sharp on trial here
for killing former Senator Carmack.
The intermission today is being used
by attorneys for the defense in
coaching witnesses.
The defense today admit that
Robin Cooper killed Carmack 1t
was definitely decided today that
Robin Cooper will testify tomorrow
that Senator Carmack was the ag-
gressor and drew his revolver and
began firing when Robin Cooper
fired the bullets which killed Car
mack. A plea of self defense today
is evident.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
WOULD TAKE
TARIFF OFF
WOOD PULP

SESSsaF W OIsstc0 Ffcoo WE
Washington, Feb. ia repors
from the select com mittee appointed
by the House to inyesti tigaxsn
and pulp supplies was made today
by Chairman Mann. 1t says the pro-
duction of print paper and other
cheap grades are dependent upon the
continuation of cheap ground wood
produced from spruce trees, and this
condition is likely to prevail. The
committee recommends that both
the general and state governments
encourage the production of spruce
forests. The committee recommends
that ground wood pulp be admitted
free of duty and that the tariff on
chemical wood pulp be one-sixth of
one cent a pound. 1t also recon-
mends the reduction of from SO to
Sc ton In the tariff on news print
and other grades of cheap paper.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19

EXERCISES IN
SCHOOLS THIS
AFTERNOON

Appropriate exercises will be held
in the high school auditorium this
afternoon in honor of Washington
birthday. The program has not yet
been announced.
Exercises Will be held In the
schools throughout the city in cele-
bration of the coming holiday. Theirs
will be no school sessions Monday.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
BUYS Sites on Westminster
Tract TO Build Ten Houses
Emil koyen Purchases Property on Westerly Side Of
kearny Avenue South of Historic Mansion

and is situated in what is known as
the garden" which is just south Of
the famous old house occupied by Mr..
Holm. The buildings will be of frame
construction and modern in every de-
tail.
The land has just changed hands and,
as soon Ms the necessary plans can be
designed, work will be commenced.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
Entire Appearance Of The Country
Changed Bv An Earthquake Shock
Mountains Split and Courses Of Streams Altered by QUAKE
in Interior of Persia Villages Totally Disappeared

mountains, shifted streams and en-
quilted many villages, no trace of
them remaining. The Shah has sent
out inadequate relief parties.
The inaccessibility of Luristan, be-
ing 900 miles from Teheran in the
mountain Businesses, make the work
of relieving the stricken territory
slow and arduous.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
Special By United Press Wire.

DVootuF W UWFsU FTeyS HHc'l
Teheran, Feb. 19:-Reliable re-
ports from the province of Luristan
say the earthquake of January 20
was of unprecedented violence. Cour-
iers arriving from the scene say that
prolonged quake changed the en-
tire appearance of the country, split
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
FOUND BODY
IN THE CANAL

New Brunswick, Feb. 19:-Late
Yesterday afternoon the body of a
man, believed to be George Lagina,
an Italian, eighteen years OF age,
who has been missing since February
/, was found in the Delaware and
Raritan Canal near the upper lock.
1t Is thought he might have met with
foul play, he having rival in a love
affair and having been threatened
several times.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
C0NTACIOh ON WANE,
SAYS HEALTH DEPT,

Local health authorities report
that cases of contagious disease are
ON the decrease and that there are
not nearly as many now as there
were reported month ago. Gases of
contagion had been numerous until
a week ago, when the representa-
tives commenced to tear down the
nlacards
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
BABY SEVERELY HURT
IN FALL DOWNSTAIRS

Julia Lavash, two years old, of Keas-
bey, fell down an entire fight of stairs
at the home of her parents yesterday
afternoon. She cut her nose open and
sustained badlytorn eyelid. The
child was almost unconscious and DR..
G. w. Tyrrell was sent for.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
MAURER co.
HAS STRIKE

A strike of the laborers at the
brick factorysof Henry Maurer & Son
at Maurer took place at l O'Clock
this afternoon. 1t is estimated that
about 200 men are out. Among
their demands is one for shorter
hours.
1t is believed the strike germ
spread from the tin works strike at
Sewaren. No violence has occurred.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
A JEWEL FOR EAGLES
PAST PRESIDENT FLYNN

Past Worthy President Dennis ],
Flynn, of Perth Amboy Aerie, Fra
ternaI Order of Eagles, at meeting
to be held In Eagle hall tonight. viii
be presented with past presidents
jewel. Mr.. Flynn was succeeded by
L. B. Moore. the present worthy
president.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
DEPUTY HOPE ATTENDS
BIG RAH WAY MEETING

Supervising Deputy Arthur H. Hope,
of Middlesex Council, Royal Arcsnum,
attended meeting of Abernithia Coun-
ell In Railway last night. Supreme
Deputy Van Cant, Of Jersey City, and
Mr.. Gilby, Of Newark, were present.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
A HIGH SCHOOL
PUPIL INJURED
DUR|NGLESS0N

While taking manual training this
morning, Albert Hanson, a high school
student living in Rector street, nearly
severed his thumb with a chisel and the
pain caused him to swoon. DIR. James
Stafford was called and, after reviving
Hanson, he dressed the wound.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
VALHALLA PLANS FOR
SOCIAL EVENT SHORTLY

A meeting Of valhalla Lodge, ODD
Fellows, was held last night. A meet
ing of the valhalla Association, conf
posed of members Of the lodge, was
held and 1t was decided to have ball
and entertainment in March.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
COUNTY SEAT
MAN A SUICIDE
Ma, to the EVENING NEWS.

Special to the EVENING NEWS.
New Brunswick, Feb. 19:-James
Cleland shot himself at his home, in
Bartlett street. shortly before 8
o'clock this afternoon. He was
prominent in the sixth ward.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
KING ALFONSO
TO SEE FLIGHT
Special by United Press Wire.

Special bU Untted Press Wire.
Bayonne, France, Feb. 19:-KiBg
Alfonso. of Spain. passed through
here today in his automobile enroute
to Pau, where he Will witness the
aeroplane flight of Wilbur Wright.
He will arrive at Biarritz at o'clock
tonight and viii reach Pau tomor-
row. The king denied that he would
ask permission to accompany Wright
in one of his flights.
All kinds of candy fresh every day
at Sections, 20 Smith street.
402-2-1S-1ts
II you do not read the NEWS
every day you will miss a great deal.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19

All prescriptions carefully COM
pounded at Sections, 70 Smith stseot.
xo2-2-19-1ts
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
Accused Inv stster-tn-Law.

ACCUSED Uy SIsUHF-IH-IAW.
Frank Koyler was arrested In
Woodbridge Yesterday, accused of as
saulting his wife's sister, aged fifteen,
at Pinchs saloon. A warrant was
served by Constable Lewis.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19

An anchor to windward-an ad in
the EVENING NEWS
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1909-02-19
BRAGA ;siss's; s..sis';;

You ought to come and see the Grand
Carnival which will portray the city
officials in farces. Here they sre-the
New Central Station, the Paid Fire De-
partment, and Public Soheol Watch
Dog, 1.-The Great Dane" Thon. too.
there will beseven valuabls cash prizes.
Dom t miss this treat. Wheref at
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-11-30
County Commissioners
 Make Yearly Report

Coupty Commissioner Simeon Pease. secretary of the Fairfield County Commissioners today mailed his and the treasurers report of the county for the year ending Sept 90. 1909. to the secretary of the state. The total expenses show s96 5000 which does not include the expenditures on the addi- ton to the pail on North avenue. This expenditure for the years was s27 997.- 50. bringing the entire expense up to SIS s14.11. There is balance on hand of s20.744.51. which is the largest amount ever. with the exception of last year when the appropriation for the jail was on hand
 The accounts have been gone over by the County Auditors. Representa- tive w. C. Johnson of Newtown and L. E. Moulthrop of Huntington. the latter acting in place of Rep. Michael Connery of Bedding. who is i'll. The auditors have been at the books for the past few weeks and report every thing as satisfactory.
 The appropriation from the state for the new Jail was ss7.500. With all the contracts now returned and all bills paid, the. total cost was SSS 165. 24, which will be reduced several hun dreds on a few outstanding bills.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-11-30
MAYOR
 BUSY INDEED
Now Opening Meeting of the Common Council is Planned For Double Con. yenience of Public and Business

Because of the large amount of rou- tine business to come before the coun- ell. Monday night, Mayor Buckingham announced his intention this morning Of calling the meeting to order promptly at 7:30 o'clock so that the friends of the aldermen who desire to shower them with bouquets and pres so without taking up time that should be devoted to business.
 The chamber Will pc crowded. Those
 esirfng seats should be on hand shortly before 2 O caock- Many extra chairs will be provided
 Among those who have been keep ing the dust off the chairs in the ante room Of the mayors office for several candidate for office from the Fourth district-~ MT. Hummel believes that he l4as the Inside track for the appoint anent of police commissioner to suc- ceed George EL Hill.
 On Friday night Mayor Buckingham will attend the Charity Ball at the Stratfield-
 On Sunday night he will act as chairman of the reception committee at the Elks' Memorial service, in Jacksonis theatre
 Sunday afternoon at ( o'clock, the mayor will talk to the boys of the Y. M- C. A. who are between the ages of l2 and IS. The topic he has been ask ed to speak upon is. "The Young Man and His City,"
 Monday night the mayor is sched- uled to attend the performance of the Candy Shop" which will be given at Jackson's Theatre under the auspices of the Arab Patrol of Pyramid Tenn pie, but the opening session of the Common Council Is likely to detain him
 Mayor Buckingham will attend the Elks' banquet to be held Tuesday evening.
 This evening the mayor will leave with other members of the Arab Pa trol and members of the Pyramid Temple on the 4:15 train for New York city to witness the ceremonial session of Mecca Temple in Madison Square Garden.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-11-30
The Room Was Full.

Rev. Daniel Isaacs once alighted al an inn to stay the night. On asking for a bed he was told he could not have one, as there was to be a bal that evening and all the beds were engaged.
 At what time does the ball break up?' asked MT. Isaacs.
 About 3 in the morning, sir"
 "Well, then, can I have a bed until that time?'
 "Yes, certainly. but if the bed is ask ed for you will have to remove"
 "very we'll" replied MT. Isaacs, and away he went to get between the sheets.
 About 8 in the morning he was awakened by loud knocking at his chamber door.
 "what do you want?" he asked.
 How many are there of you in thereT" inquired a voice.
 There's me and Daniel and MT. Isaacs and an old Methodist preach er." was the reply.
 'sThen there's plenty of you" And the speaker passed on, leaving Mir. Isaacs to enjoy his bed
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-11-30
Rich silks for fancy articles.

A brilliant lot of fine silks in patterns and colors that are particularly nice for making opera bags, sewing bags,and such fancy articles. Unique plaids and stripes, bizarre combinations of col or, yet all of good taste as well as nice quality. As a matter of fact, they are worth from $1.25 a yard up.
 But they are short lengths and we shall GU them up at
 $1
 Center aisle, rear.