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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1899
Page
1
A jumble of reflective notes on advertising as a force against monopoly, censored material, and the impact of public opinion. It mentions the Cherokees, a Paris statue unveiling, French politics, Spanish municipal aims, and the appeal of municipal ownership of utilities, concluding with thoughts on sieges and battles and their enduring fascination.
The piece argues demand now favors Bibles with notes references illustrations and maps as buyers seek more intelligent study. It notes plain Bibles remain steady and suggests newer readers want systematic guidance rather than plain text, possibly due to growing interest in picture books.
The piece argues for broad access to scientific and educational insights for working families and tradespeople, noting many have sharp intellects and could benefit from lectures. It cites William Archer on American language, contending English is not degenerating in America and that American journalism often rivals London in quality despite some bad writers on both sides.
A reflective poem speaks of life fading with autumn days and the year ending. It asserts faith as comfort, describing God as Father and Christ’s triumph over death, promising reunion with loved ones beyond the grave.
In a small town Nell Melrose, under guardian Jim Eswood’s wary care, falls for Mr. Hamilton while secretly loving Harry Petrie. A tense courtship unfolds by the river and a moonlit orchard as Nell navigates threats of guardianship, love triangles, and a vow to stay in her home until truth and affection align.
A narrator recalls a man accusing her of lacking a heart and describes an intimate moment leading to marriage to her guardian Jim. The fragment hints at personal history and a union framed by emotional tension.
An old essay claims the chin reveals character and intellect, noting strong chins indicate iron will and high intelligence while receding chins signal weakness. It links facial features to temperament, ambition, and fate, with warnings about coquetry and cruelty tied to chin shape and related traits.
Scraps from Africa report Boer forces cutting communications near Ladysmith and Modder River. Railway culvert blown, telegraph wires cut, and defensive actions by British forces under Walker and Buller. President Steyn joins Boer troops. Basuto mood rises as Free State leaders debate Ladysmith. News notes Partridge captures a British steamer and列 Seeks prisoner exchanges. Crises strain civilian life in Ladysmith.
William and Daniel Davis, large farmers from Horsreim Iowa, have sold their property and will travel to West Barktey Cape Colony to join the Boer forces at the request of a firge farmer.
Billionaire Peter A. Widener announces purchase of thirty six acres near Logan to build and endow the Widener Industrial Home for Crippled Children. Project cost about 42000000 with medical surgical care and education plus industrial training to aid self support. Letter from Widener to Mayor Ashbridge outlines aims. Also reported are a child’s fatal injury in Hempstead and Cleveland’s plan to buy bloodhounds for police work after recent assaults.
The British Government chartered 109 vessels to move troops. The transport Ismore ran aground at St Helena Bay near Cape Town, but troops landed safely. Reports from Durban note Boer losses of about 1400 in a Mougou region engagement. A Natal battalion near Chievely captured 450 Boers and 590 sheep. Modder River battle accounts describe a Boer force possibly the largest yet, potentially altering warfare theory.
News from Manila reports General Young's force arrived safely at Vigan after a five hour clash with General Tino's insurgents in a mountain pass between Noarvacan and San Quinto. Young's troops routed the enemy, leaving twenty five dead and seized rifles and ammunition, with minor American casualties. The Negros uprising, led by Ga Corlate district police, caused false reports of insurgent victories and resulted in the death of Lt. Ledyard, son of the president of Michigan Central Railroad.
Spreading reports from Manila describe Aguinaldo leading his bodyguard away from Bontoo toward the mountains southeast of Vigan. American forces under Wheaton and Hare press from Bayombong, trapping him by a nearly impassable range. If he abandons a 300-strong escort, he might escape in disguise, but chances to reach Cavite are deemed slim.
A large four story hosiery mill owned by Noldo and Holst in Reapis Penn burned, killing Louise Clay aged forty eight and injuring fifty seven workers, thirty women among them seriously. The blaze started from a gasoline explosion and caused extensive damage with several workers trapped by nailed window screens. Insurance coverage stands at about 150000 on a loss estimated around 275000.
Special dispatch notes from Torrxa Kap state the Kansas Board of Agriculture crop bulletin for 1899. Winter wheat yields 42,815,471 bushels and corn 225,189,432 bushels, the largest corn crop aside from 1889 and second only in value to any prior harvest. Combined home value of wheat, corn, and oats totals 40,898,622 dollars, up 13,334,621 dollars from 1898.
A rear-end collision on the Denver and Rio Grande line killed seven people and injured several more. The wreck occurred at Eng Halt Switch about six miles east of Ballda. Victims named include C. E. Osgood and H. J. Matthews of Denver, Peter Barnes of Denver, Georges W. Flerce of Denver, Mrs. George Porter of Grand Junction, A. H. Johinston of Oburila, Ohio, and an unidentified man.
Mrs. Bepjamion Thomas and her five year old daughter perished in a house fire in Fort Valley Georgia. Mr. Thomas had been burning brush nearby and returned to find both victims in flames after briefly leaving the house. He and the child’s attempt to escape ended in exhaustion as they both suffered fatal burns. The mother stated the child went out to pray and accidentally fell into the blaze.
Philadelphia coal firms warn of anthracite shortages and raise prices by twenty to fifty cents per cent. Most changes around twenty five cents per cent. Fort Duchesne barracks burned, destroyed by fire of incendiary origin in a destructive attack.
Frangront Kentucky. William Taylor was inaugurated as Governor on Tuesday. Inaugural ceremonies were simple. Governor Bradley hoped the Goebel Election law would be wiped from statutes books. Taylor in his inaugural address ended with remarks.
The report recalls a November verdict affirming civil liberty and denouncing a party machine. It notes repeal talk of election laws, a Governor Bradley residence luncheon, a reception at the Capital Hotel, and an inaugural ball. Defeated Democrats filed notices of contest against Republican victors who secured certificates of election.
In Boston Thomas N Hart a Republican won by 4900 in a total of 85000 votes. The street railway issue failed narrowly. Democrats retain control of the Board of Aldermen. Elections continue across Massachusetts with Republicans showing gains, except North Adams. Social Democrats weak elsewhere. Boston Lynn and Woburn see Republican wins. In Porto Rico Republicans carry Ponce by 1701 majority. seven towns vote. 45 elections remain uncompleted over two months. Republican claims of San Juan victory and broad federal defeats are noted.
A wreck near Monmouth Junction on the Pennsylvania Railroad killed three men and left thirty-eight cars toppled, blocking traffic for ten hours. Victims were Charles Hoogler of Jersey City, John Henloker of Newark, and Henry Zagbaum of Elizabeth. The cause was undetermined but likely a broken axle. wrecking crews cleared the line by noon, allowing stalled passenger trains from Princeton Junction to pass.
Colonel Smith and a detachments of the Seventeenth Infantry surrounded a guerrilla group at a village near Malisqui capturing the insurgents who had terrorized the area and murdered residents. They were sent to General MacArthur’s headquarters for speedy trial with possible execution by hanging after conviction.
Adelbert H hay son of the Secretary of State has been named Consul at Pretoria South Africa and sails from New York City aboard the American Line steamer City of St Louis bound for Southampton to take the post succeeding Charles Matr um who resigned. The Colombian government is reported to have occupied Cumana on the Gulf of Cariaco amid a claimed revolution.
In Cannonano Washington a massive explosion in Shaft No 4 at Carbon Hill coal mine kills 32 of 76 miners. Survivors describe a night of entombment, while authorities open a full inquiry into ventilation and safety practices at Carbon Mill Coal Company, which employs about 400 men and yields 300000 tons yearly.
General Gregorio del Pilar is killed by Major Peyton O Maral s battalion of the Thirty third Infantry about eighteen miles northwest of Cervantes. Escaped prisoners from Vigan report Major Marco moved from the coast to engage Del Pilar on a fortified trail. Four hours of battle left seventy Filipinos dead or wounded and one American killed. Del Pilar, a youthful leader linked to anti Spanish revolution and noted for European studies, was seen by Professor Schurman as clever. Grant’s expedition visited towns, killed rebels, and seized munitions. a Philippine government treasury record and paper money were found at Mangatarem.
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