11 Apr 1902
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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1902
Page
1
The verse notes that effort to please the crowd fails as moods shift. Some praise you as a wonder while others call you a dunce. Even applauded figures may later be hated, while once scorned figures may praise you.
Newly appointed judge of the Western district travels to Chicago for a victory banquet hosted by the Legal Light Club. He smiles at life, but an anonymous threat letter arrives, prompting concern from his wife who bought a silver revolver. The judge declines to carry, citing duty, and continues with travel plans, maintaining calm and genial temperament.
A judge and fellow passengers witness a cadet’s mother’s watch stolen during a night ride. A pursuer roars threats with a revolver but no shot is fired. The incident ends as the car quiets, with confusion over whether danger or a staged game occurred.
Judge Baker recalls a past robbery charge against one man who sat with him on a train. The conductor confirms the suspect was the same rogue, now free via political trickery, while loot and a presentation watch vanish from the judge's pocket. The tale ends with the depot chase and a note from Mrs. M. L. Rayne.
The author argues age is a state of mind and belief. They cite Oliver Wendell Holmes at Harvard, whose buoyant spirit remained youthful and contagious, transforming others and lifting human suffering without practicing medicine.
A confrontation at the Krestovelki restaurant in St Petersburg escalated when M Schuko and his companions shifted tables after a military officer and escorts joined a neighboring party. The officer allegedly hurled insults and struck Schuko, provoking a general brawl and a blow that felled him.
The piece notes seats on the New York Stock Exchange command up to 80 000 with only 1100 seats. It explains the value linked to trading power and fees, and compares other New York exchanges such as the Consolidated Stock and Petroleum Exchange and the Produce Exchange. It cites prices for seats on the Cotton and Coffee Exchanges and comments on the impact of market swings on seat values.
A fragmentary 19th century column portrays a business man critiquing a meeting with a young woman seen as suitable for a job. He notes appearances and dress on a cold wet day while a second man explains his cautious judgment. The exchange illustrates office manners and social codes of the era.
A collage of joke lines and light anecdotes from various papers, including quips on engagements, letters, social manners, and a few brief exchanges. The items reference mock courtroom remarks, social pretensions, and playful wordplay across multiple sources.
A massive blaze along Atlantic City's beach front destroyed two dozen structures from Hiines Avenue to New York Avenue, with losses estimated around 750,000 to 1,000,000. Several hotels including the Tarlton Bryn Mawr and Academy of Music suffered major damage while five others faced heavy losses. Fire departments from Philadelphia and Camden aided as authorities struggled to control flames driven by southwest winds. Dozens of guests evacuated, and no fatalities were reported though injuries were possible. security and police, with National Guard support, maintained order as residents assessed the devastation.
Attorney General Knox declines to advise immediate government action over alleged Dove Chalmette military post near New Orleans. He says no official opinion can be given without presidential consideration, notes neutral nations may sell contraband to belligerents, and cites cautious approach pending proof. Boer delegates in the United States are linked to the New Orleans inquiry through Dr. De Bruyn.
Eloise Furbush seven died after being shot by William Lane who also killed Eloise’s mother Sam Lane pleaded guilty and was convicted of first degree murder. Judge Biddle sentenced Lane to death with execution date to be set by the governor. A Buffalo girl leaped to death at Niagara Falls plunging into the rapids.
The State Bank at Ruskin Nebraska was robbed using nitroglycerine to blast the vault doors. Estimated loot 16000 dollars. Three suspects fled west as the explosion drew residents.
The article notes Duke Charles Theodore of Bavaria, famed oculist, performing his thousandth cataract operation. It also mentions Henry White as a potential US ambassador pick, Abner Metintey tied to a martyr’s brother, and references to Roosevelt, Grant, and Schuyler Crown in a jumbled historical column.
The First Lady’s reception and a Charleston Hotel banquet honor President Roosevelt. He praises U S Cuba ties and trade priorities while crowds welcome the leader in Charleston and Sumter. Roosevelt later visits Exposition grounds and Summerville with a parade and sword presentation to Major Micah Jenking.
In Omaha Nebraska Charles Kaufman pleaded to an embezzlement charge after an insurance company agent accused him of not turning over funds collected. The judge pressed him as Kaufman admitted guilt phrasing his plea. The elder Kaufman, a former city council member and businessman, sat stunned as prosecutors indicated the case against him would be dropped.
Chicago reports Jenny Lucas, heir to a $9 million estate, faced a dramatic decline after the 1882 inheritance left him $2,000,000. Once counted among America’s wealthiest, his fortunes waned to bankruptcy under a federal court debt wipeout for 161 filers.
A British dispatch from General Kitchener reports the capture of a target at Lane over Cape Colony on December 17 and the trial of Commanding Reinringer for murders and railway sabotage. Acquittals occur while others are treated as ordinary prisoners of war. Amid global labor news, 2000 workers hired for railcar work in Canada and union activities rise in various cities. Strikes and wage talks impact Antwerp cutters, New Orleans streetcar workers, and Detroit bourbon conventions. Labor groups push for wage raises and shorter hours, with widespread industrial actions and organizational expansions noted.
Washington sues Northern Securities before the Supreme Court. War Revenue Repeal passes both houses and heads to the President. Hay informs the investigating committee of dealings with Captain Christmas. China Exclusion law and 20 year bank charter extension advance. Roosevelt nominates Wilfred TL Montague for San Francisco postmaster. A W Greely backs Germany on wireless regulation. Frank P Sargent named Commissioner-General of Immigration. Senate Military Committee recommends rejecting Captain William Crozier for brigadier general.
Judge Villamor travels to Tayabas with the Assistant Attorney General to hold a special court for over 600 treason and garrison cases. Cholera fallout in Manila leads to detention camps for prisoners. Rathbone bail set at 100000. McAfee resigns. multiple murders and legal moves unfold across Oklahoma Illinois New York Minnesota Idaho Ohio and Rhode Island.
In Barneyboro Daniel Newslafer's farmhouse near four miles away, Mrs Newslafer gave birth to triplet girls, a rare event drawing half the village. Doctors report both mother and babies doing well as the farmer recovers, with locals already joking about setting home birth records.
William Whitney of New York City owns about two thirds of Washington Maas, with 10 000 acres. The selectmen honor him by placing his portrait on the town seal, the first such honor in the state. Whitney’s taxes and landholdings include numerous buildings and livestock. Separate item notes Chicago plans an automatic telephone system with 25 000 instruments.
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