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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1915
Page
4
A meditation on inner freedom from hypocrisy and envy. It urges calm under malice and revenge, using a gray heron as a metaphor: when pursued by an eagle, it stands still and dignified, and the assailant is often vanquished by quiet resolve.
The piece argues daily secret prayer as vital as food to sustain bodily health and spiritual vigor. It urges praying every time opportunity arises, claiming it trains the conscience and guards against temptations, quoting Jesus about praying in secret.
The State Gazette argues that while some push for preparedness and a strong fighting force, the country must avoid leaders driven by personal gain. It condemns war talk but urges readiness, noting the army’s potential to expand and the nation’s peace-loving stance.
A letter argues for removing toll gates on Delaware River bridges between New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The writer notes free roads in New Jersey, cites cross state travel by residents and farmers, and laments high bridge costs for motorists and pedestrians. Calls for joint state ownership to benefit commerce and recreation.
Charles Hagerman a 35 year old married man of Jamesburg chose Christmas Day to end his life in view of his wife. After a day of family discord he hanged himself in the cellar while his wife was nearby. He had spoken of ending it all and left a note suspected but not found. Mrs Hagerman witnessed the scene after summoning help. Hagerman was pronounced dead by Dr Shinn. He left thirty five cents and cigarette papers on his person. He was employed by Monroe Wyckoff Grain Elevator and the Pennsylvania Railroad Company. He is survived by his wife, a father John Hagerman, a brother Edgar of Asbury Park, a sister Mrs Alfred Clayton of Spring Lake, and another brother Joseph of Jamesburg.
Henry D. Estabrook of New York and Nebraska emerges as a leading Republican presidential hopeful. The noted advocate of traditional GOP principles has built an extensive campaign, delivering speeches nationwide and forming Estabrook organizations to win national delegates.
A town tramp known as Old Bill decorates a barn sheltering a homeless family on Christmas Eve. He shares his warmth by guiding them to safety and saving a farm from a haystack fire, earning a stable room and gratitude from Farmer Dale. The tale ends with Bill sleeping peacefully, his heart touched by the Christ child memory.
Mrs. R. G. Neff of Crookston Ohio credits Chamberlain's Tablets with her recovery from long stomach trouble. She says she was an invalid two years ago and after three bottles has stayed in good health. Obtainable everywhere.
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