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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1901
Page
1
A fragmentary verse description recalls memories stirred by nature and moments from the past. Images of breath, wind, leaves, birds, blooming May, river sounds, and a ferryman appear, evoking nostalgia and poignant recollections tied to touch or a single word.
A fragmented narrative follows a late night train to Oakdale where memories of Mary Brevard and Dick Harnett resurface. A planned marriage to Tom Falconer triggers a reclaiming of childhood ties, with Dick and Mary rekindling a destined romance amid wedding preparations and a moonlit rendezvous.
A collage of quips and jokes from various papers including the Washington Star Detroit Free Press and Chicago Post. Snappy lines touch on diplomacy weather photography and social pretensions with light satire and urban wit. The roundup includes brief exchanges among editors and readers.
President Roosevelt urges Congress to curb anarchists and trust power through stronger immigration laws and federal oversight. He defends tariffs, calls for a substantial merchant marine buildup, and supports a threefold plan for labor, immigration, and national defense. The message stresses national unity amid McKinley’s assassination and outlines steps to regulate corporations while expanding naval and economic strength.
A condemned man named Charlie Brown at Washington Hunter near Riverstide attempts to escape before his execution. He wounds a deputy sheriff, gains the jail yard, seizes an axe and pipe, and is recaptured. Minister Delsinger interrupts to reason with him. Brown is eventually hanged at 10:10 p.m. His body is buried in New Lisbon. Brown was convicted for the murder of Washington Hunter. The report also covers related cases, bank closure at First National of Ballston Spa, and other local items.
Secretary Gage said the Supreme Court decision refunds revenues from imports from Philipploer. The Mint reported $7,494,000 in November tokenage. Roosevelt accepted Lt. J. B. Mitchell’s resignation. four promotions discussed. General Wood arrived and urged tariff measures for Cuba. Deserters, officers, and various domestic incidents follow with accidents, crime, and political notes.
The State Public Library Commission reports on library statistics across New Jersey, noting many libraries free or subscription, card catalog use, and Dewey classification. It cites $100,000+ invested in school libraries in the last decade, and lists commissioners from Passaic, Princeton, Elizabeth, Jersey City, and more.
Mrs. Mary Welen Wardell of Portland Maine died suddenly of heart disease at seventy years. She held the distinction of being the youngest Daughter of the Revolution known to the society. Her father was Lot Humphrey of the Revolution era. Grave markers and burial details were noted by officers.
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