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Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
LOST
HIS LIFE FOR
FIVE DOLLARS
Made Fatal Parachute Drop
at Asbury Park Ysster-
day Afternoon.
WAS ONLY SUPPORT OF
WIDOWED MOTHER

Asbury Park, N. j., Aug. 19.-A
Widows humble home in Newark is
desolated today because of the disaster
which overlook Benjamin Prinz, TWEEN
ty-one years old, when he made his
fatal attempt to drop from the sky in
a parachute. The boy when he met
his death was trying to earn S. to con-
tribute to the support Of his mother,
for whom he was the breadwinner.
Prinz had risen to that height in Il
balloon. He dropped with a parachute
about 1000 feet, and then opened up a
second parachute, dropping at great
speed meanwhile. Something went
wrong with the second umbrella, and
tt failed to check the tremendous We
locity downward.
In the last 1000 feet of the fall
Prinz's body came hurting through the
air like cannon ball. Women faint
ed and men turned sallow with fear
as the slight form of the parachutist
crashed into an old apple tree, break
ing down the heavy branches. When
George G. Conover, on whose proper
ty the body fell, ran to the spot he
found that Prinz's head had been torn
from his body.
Prinz and James Fleming had made
a precarious living doing parachute
stunts with hot air balloons. They
Joined the Johnny Mack troupe of aer-
onauts that was hired for aviation
week here.
When Fleming and Prinz went up,
by arrangement Fleming dropped when
he had reached height of about / 1000
feet. Prtnz went sailing upward while
Fleming was going easily to the
ground. Soon Mack fred a pistol as
signal to Prinz to drop. 1t was
computed that the airman had reached
fully 5000 feet before the pistols crack
met his ears. Fleming landed safely
several minutes before that.
The first parachute Prinz opened
worked all right, but there was trouble
with the fastenings Of the second when
he tried to shake 1t out. A hush fell on
the group of men and women watch
ing him as they realized that Prinz
was coming down like a stone. When
his body hit the earth the noise could
be heard like dull pistol shot hun
dreds of yards away.
Fleming collapsed as he saw his
partner drop.
II signaled him before / let co. he
said, "and Benny told me he was all
right. His, life belt must have given
way, or maybe in talking with spec
tators before going up he omitted to
make 1t quite secure. I'll never make
another ascension"
Prinz leaves widowed mother,
whom he supported with his slender
earnings. The chief Of police of New
ark had hard task to break the news
to her. Pripz had made hundreds Of
ascensions and never met any trouble
before. Examination Of the body by
physicians showed that he had come
down head first. A branch Of the tree
six inches In diameter was splintered
into matchwood by the force Of his
heads impact.
The accident was q shock to the avi-
alton management, coming right after
the accident to Walter Brookins, whose
aeroplane fell on the opening day, in
Turing seven spectators.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
RUNS
into POLE
At BRIDGE

A Matheson Silent Six automobile
crashed into a telegraph pole at the
southerly end Of the Raritan river
bridge this morning and j. 8.
Blanche and three other men, of
New York, had q narrow escape from
injury. The auto is said to have
rammed the pole while running
about forty miles an hour. The oc-
were badly shaken up. The
car was badly damaged
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13

To provide for the sale of what
ever interest the city might have in
the cove or "wet dock" property
for $4,000, a resolution was adopt
ed at special adjourned meeting
of the Board of Aldermen last
night Prior to this action pub
1ic hearing was held on the subject,
during which number of citizens
and some of the aldermen expressed
opinions. All conceded that it was
for the best interest of the city to
dispose Of whatever claim 1t might
lay to the land, but some took excep-
tion to selling it for $4,000, the price
stipulated In the original resolution
received by the council at a special
meeting last Tuesday night. AT the
conclusion of the public hearing, q
five-minute recess was taken The
resolution was amended when the al
dermen again took their seats and
there came vociferous applause
This action means much to the
city 1t will cause the affairs of the
old Perth Amboy Shipbuilding and
Engineering Company and the Mid
%dlesex County Bank to be cleared
up; Improvement to the property
which has been little moro than an
eyesore for years, and then a large
modern chemical factory, that 1t is
claimed will be a credit to the city,
is going to be erected.
The property will first go into the
hands of Adrian Lyon, receiver for
the Perth Amboy Shipbuilding and
Engineering Company, after which
1t will be sold to the Roessler &
Hasslacher Chemical Company, for
something less than 100000.
The meeting last night was spe-
cial adjourned one for the purpose
of holding a public hearing on the
matter. At the beginning, Alder
man-at-Large Voorhees, stated the
purpose of the meeting and the reso-
lution, providing for the sale Of the
city's interest In the land for $4,000,
was. read. Alderman Sandbeck
arose and stated the public should
know who the proposed purchasers
of the property were, before further
action was taken on the subject.
Adrian Lyon stated there was no OBJ
lection and said that the Roessler &
Hasslacher Chemical Company would
acquire 1t for the purpose Of erecting
modern factory.
William Mccormick voiced his
sentiments as being fully in favor Of
the sale of the city's interests for
$4,000. He said the city must have
more industries In order to support
the merchants and gave it, as his be-
lief that the sale would in time net
the city upwards of $4,000. He
was warmly applauded
Adolph Koyen, Of the local FEEDER
alton of Labor, wanted to know If 1t
would be out of the way to permit
voters. to decide the matter at the
coming fall election. City Attorney
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13

BYDEM0CRATS
OF 9Th. WARD

Democrats of the fifth ward are
following suit of the Fourth Ward
Democratic Association in starting
activity for the fall campaign. Fifty
of them assembled last night and
formed the Fifth Ward Democratic
Club. officers were elected and gem
eral plans for future action were dis
cussed Extensive enthusiasm was
shown, giving indications that the
organization will flourish and play q
prominent part in the coming cam
paign.
The sentiment OF the meeting in-
dieated that George s, Silzer will be
the clubs choice for governor;
Albert Bollschweiler for mayor and
L. G. Dalton for alderman.
The books of the organization will
be kept open for a week to admit as
many more as wish to become mem
bers. The object In view is to OBJ
tain as many members as possible,
SO as to make the club a strong and
prosperous one.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
WOMAN HELD Up AND
ATTACKED BY 8 MEN
Mrs. Tokash, Of Ashley Avenue,
Stopped In Lonely Spot Early This
Morning But Made Escape.
SEARCH FOR THE TRIO

While walking home unaccompanied
through a section of the city known as
~" Budapest, comprising Inslee street
and the surrounding territory, Mrs. To-
kash, of AL Ashley avenue, early this
morning was attacked by three men
who jumped from behind clump of
bushes. One of them snatched at her
pocketbook, another grabbed for her
hands. The intended victim screamed,
turned and fed, running almost into the
sbe a@t d Of PaFeman be[ RymareaEk to whom
for the trio, but they could not be
located.
Mrs. Tokash was returning home
about 1:40 O'Clock this morning after
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
ACTION
To APPEASE
PR0GRESSIVES
~ - - -7-------l- --------
Special By United Press Wire.

SpecfdI oy united PTeSS Wfre.
Beverly, Mass, Aug. 13:-To coax
an endorsement of the Taft admins
tration from Colonel Roosevelt to
appease the progressive movement
and insure, If possible, the republi-
can victory at the polls in November,
President Taft and his advisors have
practically agreed upon the follow
ing plan of action:
Secretary .Ballinger will be per-
mitted to resign by September Is,
the elimination of Senator Aldrich
and Speaker Cannon from the coun-
ellis of the administration, the res
toration Of the entempe cordialle be-
tween the insurgents Of the House
and senate and the administration,
and Senator w. Murray Crane to be
the official political advisor vice
Postmaster General Hitchcock. 1t is
known that the President has been
privately advised that unless there
is decided change In the present
attitude of the administration there
can be no hope for republican con-
gress.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13

PLACE NEAR
YACHT CLUB

Street Commissioner George Adair
will next year convert the stretch of
land running parallel with the sea
wall in Front street, between Market
street and the Raritan Yacht Club
house, into a public recreation
ground to be fitted up with seats
and benches. Alderman L. c. Dalton
and the street commissioner a short
time ago viewed the proposed site
relative to making the change.
The street commissioner will
shortly begin repairing and filling in
the land. Benches formerly used in
city hall park will be taken from
storage and placed on the ground.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
Grand Jurors Visit caIIaoher.


Hoboken, N. j., Aug. 13.-The TWEEN
ty-three members of the Hudson coun.
ty grand Jury paid a visit to James j.
Gallagher, Mayor Gaynor's assa1lant,
In the Hudson county jail. Gallagher
shook hands with all the jurors who
and managed to put In fearful plea
for justice to himself. 1t is probably
the first time on record for a grand
jury to visit in his cell q man accused
Of crime upon whose case they may be
required to act and was declared to
be most extraordinary proceeding.
The visit of the grand jury to Gal
lagher was incidental to a tour of in
spection Of the county institutions
which the jury was making. When
the jurors reached the Jail Foreman
John e. Muller told Warden Sullivan
that some Of them wanted to see Gal
lagher, and the would be assassin was
called.
Being a spontaneous and proficient
weeper, Gallagher brought out choice
assortment of tears and sobs. He re-
lated to the Jurors the history OF his
connection with the dock department
as a watchman, the alleged persecu-
tions inflicted upon him and the loss
of his job. Occasionally he would
make grab at some jurors hand and
shake it, but the most of them kept
out of range.
Gallagher, while pretending to op-
pose the idea that he is insane, is
craftily aiding his lawyers in prepar-
ing for that defense by telling of the
arrangement of his mother.
He is beginning to sleep well at
night and has developed a rayenous
appetite.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13

visiting at the home Of a friend. Her
way lead her through dark thorough
fare walled on both sides by thick
shubbery. 1t was with apprehension
that she attempted the trip through the
bush lined walk, but it was the short
est route home.
Suddenly three men jumped out from
behind the hedge and confronted her
with the command to throw up her
hands. Mrs. Tokash screamed and
drew back, and taking advantage of
the surprise of her interceptors, she
turned and ran. After taking Mrs. To-
kash home Patrolman Rymarezyk scour-
ed the territory for the men but was
unable to get clue to their identity.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
j. C. T. NOTICE
is CAUSE OF
FAKE RUM0R

A notice posted in the cars of the
Jersey Central Traction Company TO
the effect that cars would not run after
nine 0 clock last night until this morn
ing resulted in rumors to the effect
that this change of schedule would be
permanent.
Vice President Brown, of the Jersey
Central Traction Company, stated this
morning that the temporary suspension
of traffic after nine O'Clock last night
was necessary to allow time to take
down the false work under the Penn
svlvania Railroad in South Anlboy.
This work was completed at five
O 'elock this morning. Cars are again
running on regular schedule and will
run as usual tonight.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
OLD RESIDENT Of
5. 4. PASSES AWAY
Special to the EVENING NEWS.

South Amboy, Aug. 13:-Daniel
Coyne, about seventy three years old,
one of the oldest residents of South
Amboy, died at his home in George
street shortly after 7 o'clock this
morning. Mr.. Coyne had been COM
planning for six or seven years. He
is survived by a widow, a son, Peter
Coyne, and three daughters, Mrs.
William J. Masterson and Mrs.
Patrick F. FalIon, Of this city, and
Mrs. Sigfried, of Jersey City.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
Clergymen Unite In Appeal.

New York, Aug. 13.-Jewish rabbis
are today lifting up their voices in
appeals for the speedy recovery Of
Mayor William ]. Gaynor, who was
shot down by James J. Gallagher, 3
discharged dock watchman, just as she
mayor was about to sail on the steam
ship Kaiser Wilhelm der Crosse.
Tomorrow prayers will be offered In
all the Christian churches.
David II. Greer, Episcopal bishop OF
New York, has asked that all Episco.
pal clergymen pray "for the speedy
and complete recovery of the mayor
from the cruel and murderous attempt
against his life and that the clergy
voice the sentiment Of the community
In denouncing so foul an act"
Roman Catholic priests and Protest
ant ministers will also join in the ap.
peal for the recovery Of the mayor.
Mayor Gaynor continues to steadily
improve. If he does not suffer a re-
lapse he will probably be able to
leave ST. Mary's hospital, Hoboken
within two weeks.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
HEAVY WINDS
INTERFERE IN
BIG AIR RACE
Special oy United Pre.s wire,

Mezieres, France, Aug. l3:-A high
wind today interfered with the start in
the fourth days flight of the cross
country aeroplane race from Mezieres
to Douai, eighty miles. Leblanc
and Aubiun, the only two In the race
who stood any chance, barring acci-
dents, Of winning the big event, re-
fused to risk theirmachines in the heavy
wind that prevailed. They may start
this afternoon.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
PRAYING FOR
RECOVERY OF
Mr.. GAYNOR
;peoaal BY United Press Wire.

Special By United Press Wire.
Hoboken, Aug. 13:-Mayor Gay
nor's condition is reported very
much improved today. He slept
more than eight hours during the
night. The physicians issued a bull
letin at o'clock this morning say
ing the mayors condition was graft
flying.
When his wound was dressed the
mayor was cheerful and joked with
the doctors When the wound was
sprayed no evidence of infection was
found.
Secretary Adamson called on the
mayor this morning and the latter
asked about the work in the office
and discussed current affairs. He
spoke optimistically Of his c. ces
of recovery and said he hoped to be
in the Adirondacks soon.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
CITY TO SELL WET
DOCK" FOR $4,000
Aldermen Act In Accordance With
Wishes Of Public at Hearing Last
Night Resolution Carried.
PROMINENT NAMES ON PETITION
MAYORS VIEWS ON COUNCILS ACTION.

MAYORS VIEWS COUNCILS ACTION.
Personally heartily the
Aldermen disposing
Wet
citizens,
holders the
the cty's without
delay
the don't think that
Immediately, viii that
that
the will
by Monday.
A. BOILSCHWEILER, MAYOR
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
HUNDREDS ARE
DROWNED IN
JAPAN FLOOD

Special 6v United Press Wire.
Toxic, Japan, Aug. 13-Hundreds
of persons have been drowned,
scores have been entombed or
caught under debris In their houses,
and 100000 persons in Japan are
facing starvation as ethe result of
the foods, according to reports re-
ceived here today. Conditions every
whore are the most severe in Japa-
nese history.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
FOREST FIRES
MAY DESTROY
WALLACE, 10.
BY Untssa Press wtrs.

Special By United Press Ware
Wallace, Idaho, Aug. 13:-The
city OF Wallace is in imminent dan
ger of destruction by forest fires,
which are sweeping through the
Occur d'Alene district with no signs
of being checked. Fiery embers
from the burning mountains are
falling In the streets and the fire de-
partments and scores OF volunteers
are in readiness for instaAt service
The heat Ia terrific.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
$3.50 MAUCH CHUNK
GLEN ONOKO AND RETILA Wy

Lehlgh Valley railroad Sunday,
August 14th, special train from
Perth Amboy $40 A. M. Returning
leave Glen Onoko 500 P. NJ, Maueh
Chunk 6;16 P. M.
138SO-S-9-10-11-12-13e
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13

IN THE WEST
INDIES TODAY
, United Press Wire.

Special By United Press Wire.
Washington, Aug. ia severe
earthquake, supposed to have oc-
curred In the West Lndies, was re-
corded today by the Aiesmograph at
Georgetown University. The shock
continued fronn s:o2 to sg6 A. NJ.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
Release FRANKIE On Bail

Charles FRANKIE. arraigned in the
local police court yesterday as the
assailant of Edward Johnson, will be
released this afternoon in $500 bail.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13

THE REAL TEST of q fire insur.
ance company's strength is its net
surplus above capital and all other
liabilities. The Continental tops
the American list with net surplus
of S12,2e7, 600. Represented bv
Boynton BROTHERS q Compars
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
NOTICE.

All members Of Maple Grove No.
5, Woodmen Circle, are hereby noti-
fed to meet at Foresters' hall, State
street, Sunday afternoon, August IA,
at 8 P. NJ sharp, for purpose Of un-
yelling monuments of Sovereign
Hayes and Olsen. BY order of
Guardian.
v, sKIRM.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
TAYLOR is RELEASED
FROM COUNTY JAIL
svsosaI to the EvENINo NEWS.

New Brunswick, Aug. 13:-Jo-
seph Taylor, who was committed to
the county jail from Perth Amboy
some time ago for disorderly con-
duct, was this morning discharged
on advice of DIR. Carroll, county ply
sician. Taylor has 4 growth on one
OF his eyes and his friends have ta-
ken him to Philadelphia hospital
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13

Automobiles for rent by day or hour
Sections. TslAphone 1871. Perth
Amboy 1885 7-2G tie
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13

Sunday Excursion to BeIIeWOOd Park.
Every Sunday. Lehigh Valley
railroad. Special train leaves Perth
Amboy $40 a. m. Returning, leave
Bellewood $50 p. m. Fare rs cents
round trip. Music, Amusements.
13029 7-6 st wk W I g
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13
COUNTY BLDG.
is SOLD To
GEO. BRADFORD
Special to the EVENING NEWS.

Special to the EVENING NEWS.
New Brunswick, Aug. 18:-The
building In which the offices of the
county clerk and surrogate of Mid
dlesex county were situated, was
sold this morning to George Brad
ford for the sum of s125. The
building is brick structure and will
have to be torn down and taken
from the premises to make room for
a new building that is to be erected
by the county.
Basbers' Outing Tomorrow.
TIE annual outing of the Boss
BARRIERS Association will be held at
Pine Grove, in upper New Bruins
wick avenue, tomorrow. There will
be a program of sporting events in
the morning. The clam bake will be
served at / o'clock.
OUR COLLARS MADE EASY TO
WEAR.
The collars we launder are easy and
comfortable to wear. There are no
rough edges to rub or dig your neck.
The folded seam is smooth and even.
The collar sets snug Ia front ana nts
narfectiy without binding and necktie
flips Though collar easy Try US.
RARITAN LAUNDRY,
Tel 147-L ss ~ smltn 81
Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13

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Perth Amboy evening news., 1910-08-13

fEATHER - Unset
tied weh aer with
showers tor ght or
Sunday.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1910-12-23
A TrIpe Famine.

'T want to get two pounds Of tripe,"
said the lady, entering the shop.
Sorry, ma'am," replied the keeper,
"but we haven't any tripe today"
''No tripe? Why, it's in season"
mo, ma'am, there's no tripe being
shot just now"
"No tripe being shot! Why, what
are you talking about?"
Il should say, ma'am, that the
fisheries commission won't allow tripe
to be caught now"
Are you crazy, man? don't want
fish! l want tripe."
We'll, what in thunder is tripe,
ma'am?"
"Why-why, 1 don't know just what
it is, but if you haven't got any I'll
try some other place."
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1910-12-23
Cure for Scratches.

Scratches are caused by exposure to
cold and wet. local irritation or low
condition. all of which should be
avoided II possible. In simple cases
apply cloths wet with weak solution
of sugar OF lead and in winter cover
TO keep out cold. When cracks have
appeared, apply similar lotion with
the addition of a few drops of carbolic
acid. In case of discharge or pus.
tules. make lotion of chloride of zinc
instead of the lead; finely powdered
charcoal may be sprinkled over the
cloth-
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1910-12-23
SIZE........-......
Miscellaneous Marksmen.

I'm rather a poor hunter" said the
man who likes outdoor life. II miss
everything I shoot at"
That's all right" replied the guide.
who has proper regard for his per-
sonal safety. But do you miss every
thing you aren't shooting at?"-Wash-
ington Star.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1910-12-23
Ill-Mannered Chicken.

Little Robert, years of age, went
with his grandmother to the chicken
park to see her feed the chickens.
When the little ones jumped upon the
water dish and dipped their bills into
the water, he cried: "Oh, grand
mother, they are putting their feet on
the table"
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1910-12-23

The rag doll is the safest for little
children, and they always seem to
love it better than the less repressible
babies. In the pattern Illustrated a de-
sign is given for constructing the doll
itself and also It's drawers, petticoat
and dress. 1t takes very little ma
terial for any Of these articles, and
very little time to make them. Flan-
mel or felt will be best for the doll.
The pattern (2704) is cut in 3 sizes,
for dolls of IA, is, 90 inches in length.
To make the doll as of yard of 36
inch material will be required; for
the dress " yard of SO inch goods and
1 yard of edging; for the bonnet Il
yard of SO inch material and 12s yard
of edging; for the drawers and petit
coat a yard of 36 inch material and
21s yard of edging-
To procure this pattern send 10 cents
to Pattern Department" of this paper.
Write name and address plainly, and be
sure to give size and number of pattern.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1910-12-23
OF Course She Must.

What time does the dance begin?"
Nine o'clock"
"Then we must be there at $780,"
What for?"
II must have at least an hour in
the dressing room to rearrange my
hair.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1910-12-23
rhumb racks In Heels,

Thumb tacks driven into the out.
side of the heel. where 1t is most
likely to wear down, are the inven.
tion of girl who was ten miles from
a shoemaker This would answer
splendidly for the country. but there
is danger of slipping on hardwood
floors or the pavements.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1910-12-23

No skirt is better liked for the tailor
made suit than the plain plated model.
1t is one Of these which we show in
our illustration. The skirt has cores and
fits snugly all around the body. AT
knee depth band of trimming ap-
parently holds In the plaits, but this
may be dispensed with without In any
way affecting the garment. Front and
back of the skirt are in panels, and
this is an absolute requirement OF the
newest models. The design Is suitable
for taffetas, messaline, matte, cheviot,
and mixtures as we'll as for plain fab
RIGS.
The pattern (5273) is cut in sizes %
to 80 inches waist measure. Medium
size requires 3A yards of A inch ma,
terial.
To procure this pattern send 10 cept-
to Pattern Department" of this paper.
Write name and address plainly, and be
sure to give size and number of pattern.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1910-12-23
A Recommendation.

"Typewriters ought to have no diff
ti;ulty in getting jobs"
"Of course not, when they have
their business at their fingers ends"
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1910-12-23
Very Stranae.

1--WE observed one strange thing" F"
says the Philosopher of Folly. land
that is that the coming man is always
one who has got there"