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Newspaper
Asbury Park Journal
Location
Asbury Park, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1900
Page
12
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The Newark Daily Advertiser notes founder Bradley pushes Sunday railroad stops for Asbury Park, seeking Pennsy access at North Asbury while Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association resists worldliness and enforces stricter rules. The piece views growing divergence as foreshadowing a future merger under broader municipal governance.
A fragmented historical reflection on the Republican party's rise over forty four years. It notes steadfast conviction, courage in adversity, and continual advancement despite defeats. It references the 1856 era and Fremont in a sweeping, period voice.
The piece recalls early party strength and pivotal presidential elections from 1848 to 1896. It notes McKinley’s 1896 victory, and mentions the Republican National Committee plan to honor surviving members of the 1856 Pittsburg convention at this month’s national gathering.
The piece urges constant thanksgiving to God for daily mercies and warns against religious hardness of heart. It notes forgetfulness of kindness leads to faithlessness, ingratitude, and weakened trust in adversity, praising steadfast striving and hope as true heroism.
A discussion notes no Sunday trains to Asbury Park Ocean Grove and mentions testing a seasonal service to Interlaken. It questions potential moral impact, cites the New York Press stance, and suggests evaluating convenience versus social effects.
A group of New Jersey capitalists and politicians toured Asbury Park and nearby resorts on Monday to celebrate Commodore Dick Stockton’s birthday. Notables included Col Anthony R. Kuser, Thomas Birr, Ford W. Roebling, William Hancock, Jonathan A. Blackwell, Walter Lennox, and Commodore Stockton. The party enjoyed a dinner hosted by Mahlon Margerum and left by the 5:28 p.m. train.
Opening day in Ocean Grove Saturday June 9 features a full program. It includes 3 PM and 7 PM concerts by Sanford's Asbury Park band in the auditorium grove. A 9 PM pyrotechnic display on the beach near the fishing pier with Sanford's band playing. Bishop J N Fitzgerald to speak. Professor Talle E Morgan leads a free 8 PM choral union concert.
Democrats in Monmouth County press surrogate David Crater of Freehold as a potential nominee for Congress in New Jersey's Third District. Crater, long at odds with party leadership including ex Senator Blodgett, has drawn strong backing and was once viewed as a gubernatorial contender. Crater has not stated if he will seek the Howell seat, but supporters expect he would run if invited.
Miss Helen A. Wyman aged 22 died at 203 Third Avenue after appendicitis and shock. Daughter of Sesal P. and Esther Wyman of Brooklyn, both deceased, she was to wed George R. Penton of Brooklyn. Remains sent to Brooklyn for funeral supervised by Undertaker Burtis.
The Ocean Grove Association vows to contest the plan to run Sunday trains to Asbury Park, claiming a compact with the New York and Long Branch Railroad exists. The dispute suggests Sunday service may halt for a long period, per the New York Tribune.
The Devonport Inn reopens with extensive upgrades including new china, silverware, carpets, and furnishings. Proprietor Lingay has refreshed every department to create a homelike hotel atmosphere reflecting a large family home.
A private Porto Rico letter says all are pleased with the tariff except one man the British consul at San Juan Mr Finley who had bought much sugar and tobacco ready for free entry to the United States Democrats seek free trade with Porto Rico accusing their rivals of staging benefits for the Democratic agenda. Philippines trade this year tops 40000000 in exports and imports and may rise after peace returns.
The Republican State Committee meets at the Tranton house in Trenton on Tuesday June 12 at 11 o'clock. Franklin Murphy of Newark is expected to be elected chairman by acclamation for a sixth term and headquarters to remain in Newark.
A kerosene stove in Miss Julia Ross's kitchen at 604 Asbury Avenue burst into flames around noon Thursday. Howard D. LeRoy and Ira Strickland, nearby residents, moved the stove outside and extinguished the fire. The kitchen woodwork was charred but no injuries were reported.
Rev Z Clark Marten says he did not intend a place name dispute in his Saturday column. He says he spoke to Chief Benth several times without result about a location needing police attention.
State Board of Health endorses classifying consumption as contagious and requires physicians to report it like smallpox and typhoid. Circles will outline prevention methods and an ordinance will enforce the recommendations. After a death from consumption the house will be fumigated.
Stephen Crane American author and war correspondent died in Germany Tuesday from lung trouble. Born Newark November 1 1871 he studied at Pennington and Syracuse. Noted for The Red Badge of Courage and Open Boat Crane reported from Spanish American War and Graeco Turkish War. He lived in Asbury Park with family and worked as a local newspaper correspondent.
A burglary Wednesday night at 719 Mattison avenue struck Robert McKanne's pool billiard room and cigar store. Stolen were two pool ball sets worth 60, a billiard ball set worth 20, 800 cigars worth 10 and 50 cents in cash. An attempt to take razors from Barber Charles Davenport failed. Entrance was gained via a rear billiard room transom. police have no clues so far.
Attorney Claude V. Guerin files suit in the circuit court for Mrs. Annie E. Logan of Elberon against contractor Wilbur F. Carley of Long Bratch. The claim rests on an agreement to repair and alter a cottage for a set price. Carley completed work and collected much of the money, but Logan did not receive releases as required by the mechanical lien law. she says labor and materials were left unpaid or partially paid and seeks recovery.
Director John Guire of the Board of Chosen Freeholders invites proposals for constructing five roads in various townships. Bids will be received by the Board up to noon on Wednesday, June 20, with details described in advertisements on page four.
Frances Williamson, 68, of Indianapolis, died Monday at 1605 Grand Avenue. She recently bought the house to use as a summer home. Undertaker Burtis forwarded the remains to Indianapolis.
Dr. Henry Mitchell of Asbury Park, secretary of the State Board of Health, was elected vice president of the New Jersey State Medical Society on Monday in Atlantic City. He also gave an address on Progress in medicine and by Glen.
Preparations push for annual encampment of New Jersey National Guard units at Sea Girt starting July 6. Second Regiment under Col Gillmore and Third under Col Shinn to attend separately with one joint day, plus cavalry from Red Bank and Camden artillery. No division encampment due to $80,000 shortfall. emphasis on regimental drills, modern camp rules, and practical instruction over show.
The Board of Health filed suit against the New York and Long Branch Railroad Company over a nuisance at the main depot men’s toilet room. The case before Magistrate Borden was postponed to next Tuesday. Judge Patterson appeared for the railroad. health inspector Rowan filed the complaint. Patterson’s client may seek remission of penalties if abatement is proposed.
In Neptune City a case of abandonment and support against Robert Bennett was heard. Prosecutors argued Bennett refused support for his wife. Defense showed grocery and meat bills claimed to cover Mrs. Bennett’s provisions ordered by her husband, prompting the borough counsel to discontinue the case.
A defective fire started in the house of Carruth Bennett at Avon last night. The blaze gutted the Bennett residence while the family was away. the fire department saved adjoining property.
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