Grand Army's New Commander Nevius of New Jersey
Colonel Henry M. Nevius of Red Bank New Jersey becomes commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic. A Civil War veteran, Nevius rose from private in the Michigan Lincoln Cavalry to officer in the Twenty-fifth New York. He lost an arm at Fort Stevens and later led in New Jersey veterans groups.
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Grand Army
Grand Army of the Republic
Henry M. Nevius
Red Bank
N. J
Nevius
New Jersey
Lincoln Cavalry
Michigan
Russell
Alger
Detroit
Michigan Cavalry
Twenty-fifth
New York
Fort Stevens
Jubal A. Early
Nevins
New Jersey Senate
Connecticut’s coal tar and pitch road surface method
Connecticut Highway Commissioner Macdonald has adopted a coal tar and pitch pavement specification. On a hot day he proved the mix binds a dustless, cohesive surface, laid over a clean No 2 stone, with trap rock top dressing and a steam roller to embed it.
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Europe
Macdonald
Connecticut
Hartford
Conn
Bushnell Park
New Haven
Richard Carle discusses polar expeditions at New York dinner
In a New York dinner party, actor playwright Richard Carle and Mrs Asterisk discuss polar expeditions with humor. Mrs Asterisk quips about civilization, while Carle notes not all men are blessed with the same wives. Judge Robert S Hudspeth emerges as a key Democratic figure in New Jersey politics.
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Richard Carle
New York
Mrs. Asterisk
Elling
Mr. Carle
Mr. Asterisk
Democracy
Robert S. Hudspeth
Bryan
New Jersey
Democratic State Central Committee
Judge Huds
Election Primer for New and Returning Voters
This guide offers key points on the voting process and polling logistics. It highlights required IDs and registration rules, notes on early voting options, and reminds first time voters to check polling locations and deadlines with local election offices.
How The Electoral College Elects The President
The article explains the electoral college as the body of electors chosen by each state equal to its senators and representatives. Electors meet in January to cast ballots, with three lists prepared and sent to federal judges and the U S Senate. In February the House counts the returns and declares the result.
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United States
Congress
United States Senate
House of Representatives
Washington
Senate
Are the Wealthy Idle and Vicious
A newspaper opinion argues that wealth does not inherently breed vice and idleness. It contends many rich people stay active through business or philanthropy while the general public harbors more vice, and notes that wealthy individuals often face fewer moral distractions.
Navies as Supporters Of Law and Order
Rear Admiral F E Chadwick argues that navies, including other nations, are the world’s greatest force for law and order. He warns of imminent convulsions and a potential peaceful or bloody readjustment, stating armies and navies are the great arms of conservatism.
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Navy
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