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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1909
Page
1
A portrait of Abraham Lincoln as a steadfast, compassionate leader who blends fearlessness with mercy. A grieving father pleads for mercy for a deserter son. Lincoln delays execution and hints the son may outlive the conflict, while affirming the value of service above ground.
A reflective portrait of Abraham Lincoln drawn from anecdotes and recollections. It emphasizes his self reliance in private study on the circuit, his universal reach beyond Springfield, and his use of impartial principles over local favoritism in appointments. The piece notes his personal struggles and the broad scope of his public duty.
Fragment from a biography recounting Abraham Lincoln studying law, his secrecy in shaping emancipation, and political rise. It notes Lincoln's legal career with Lincoln and Herndon, his abstinence from alcohol, seriousness about duties, and a wine visit in wornipton County with a humorous remark about drinking.
An account recalls Abraham Lincoln’s bashful, awkward ease in genteel company. At a Bloomington Convention gathering hosted by Judge Davis, Lincoln avoided formalities, choosing a seat aside from the host, while Mrs. Davis and guests observed his honest, simple nature and humor.
An early life portrait shows a man torn between skepticism and belief as he faced the ultimate question of fulfillment after life. A summer night at the Soldiers' Home marks the sole apparent change, witnessed by the narrator who found him agitated and withdrawn.
A speaker notes a conversation where one man admits ongoing skepticism while another urges balancing reason and faith. He counsels to take the Bible on reason and faith for a happier life, urging Speed to reconsider beliefs and prospects.
A detailed character sketch notes his amiable nature in private but a stubborn independence when leading a case. He keeps his views private until clash arises, then his reasoning becomes clear to the others as they eventually learn his stance, sometimes causing dismay. The passage frames him as a socially polished but decisively autonomous advocate before a court or jury.
The Standard Oil Company of Indiana proposes state control via a new Missouri corporation to take over its Missouri assets. Trustees chosen by the state and Indiana company would oversee operations, with final court arbitration on disputes. Waters-Pierce stock would transfer to the Missouri entity. The plan aims to grant the state partial management without financial stake.
Boston reports the Supreme Judicial Court ordered the Greenfield Savings Bank to close and suspend dividends to purge unproductive assets. Sayings Bank Commissioner Pierre Jay requested the action, affecting about 7000 depositors with nearly 3 million dollars under its care in the Connecticut Valley.
The merger of the Mexican Central and National Railways is now effective with the government taking over 7012 miles of track. E. N. Brown is named president of the new company. S. M. Felton, former Central president, remains in Mexico as representative of minority American stockholders led by H. Clay Pierce. The Central financial corporation stays intact under Felton.
The Consolidated Gas Company of New York City had a rehearing request denied by the Supreme Court. The case challenged the eighty cent gas law, with the court previously ruling against the company and in favor of the law. The denial leaves Judge Peckham's decision in effect.
Dr. R H Holyoke of Lincoln Nebraska was found dead in his Windsor Clifton Hotel room in Chicago. Police investigate possible accidental overdose of medicine as the cause of death, with poisoning suspected.
United States Marshal in Lyons New York levied on Orlando F Thomas property to satisfy a debt of about 25141 with three farms totaling 495 acres put up for sale. The case involves People's Surety Company of New York City and the Thomases ties to New York City and Lyons. In a separate item Herman Billik Chicago is sent to Joliet for life for the murder of Mary Vizal after two years on death row.
Dr John J Mitchell collapsed and died from heart disease on a Newburg street. Former president of the New York State Homeopathic Society. A separate incident reports Mercy Scilfin charged in Oakville Washington after throwing Arthur Gest onto a revolving base saw at Harrisoul.
Lopukine, formerly chief of the Russian Poller Bureau, was arrested in St. Petersburg on treason charges. The incident marks a notable political espionage development involving a high-ranking official from Vollee.
Drew Hill’s proposal to bar aliens from owning land in California advances to a special order after a 33 to 17 vote to consider. Amendments limit ownership to five year leases, exclude deeds, and focus on noncitizen restrictions while president Roosevelt’s letter and Secretary Root memo provoke strong international ire. Nevada Legislature backs California action, urging broader anti Japanese measures and denouncing Japan as a menace to Pacific Coast civilization.
Washington D C The House approved a bill banning the importation of smoking opium. The measure, drafted by Eliia Rooth when Secretary of State, follows an international agreement with other Powers. Violations face fines and imprisonment, while opium for medical use remains importable under Treasury regulations.
The Senate passed the House bill setting February 12 as a national holiday to honor Abraham Lincoln on his 100th birthday. The measure, with a $50,000 appropriation, contemplates a Lincoln Highway from Washington to Gettysburg as part of a national memorial.
Assistant Attorney-General Woodriff argued before the House Committee on Territories that 3,000,000 acres proposed for each new state would fetch about twenty-five cents per acre if sold now, rising to roughly five dollars per acre in a few years, depending on buyers.
Native accounts from Ceula Morocco describe a recent Romaro state landslide that struck at night with loud subterranean noises. A vast mass of earth and rocks buried the village, trapping several hundred inhabitants who had no time to escape.
A faithful hound guarded the frozen body of Warren Hanscom a shoemaker returning from a hunting trip in New Hampshire. The dog circled and protected the corpse, creating a worn path until searchers arrived and were forced back by the animal before they could approach.
The item notes Billy Hamilton pursuing Ward Basan for a high school team and the Cleveland Club selling Dave Altizer to the White Sox. Harvard defeats Princeton 3 to 2 in hockey while Frisco sports seek Johnson Langford fight with a $25,000 purse. Other lines mention Wisconsin rowing plans, Pitcher Pruchtt sale to New Orleans, and featherweight Abe Attell retaining his title by stopping Fred Weeks in the tenth round.
Captain William J. Sealby of the Republic details the disaster aboard the White Star liner. He recalls the moment the ship sank, the rescue by revenue cutters, and the calm of passengers. He praises officers and crew for discipline and notes wireless operator Jack Binns kept signaling efforts alive.
Washington D. C. The last haven of refuge on earth for American bank checkers embezzlers defaulters and other criminals was removed when the Senate ratified an extradition treaty with Honduras. It is believed that under this treaty Vendiuas may be persuaded to surrender many oil offenders living there, though Honduras has found them desirable because they always had ready sash.
Senator Timan urged attention to federal judges employed by a corporation and battles over shipboard machine replacements. The urgent deficiency bill passed, postal savings rank 2H1 discussed in the Senate, while a national council of arts to plan future national works was created by the President. A pension for Rear Admiral Coghlen’s widow was defeated, and Columbia business matters and use of the Pension Building for the Inaugural were debated. Five hundred pension measures were passed in the House amid fraud inquiry discussions as President Roosevelt prepared a March 3 message to Congress.
Virginia railroads see no appeal to the State Supreme Court of Appeals in the two-cent rate dispute. They may seek review in the United States Circuit Court of Appeals or apply to the Corporation Commission for rate revisions citing financial losses. The two-cent rate remains in effect.
Chicago reports note Moody Bible Institute plans a building for women students only. Other items describe a Chicago high school lesson on jumping from moving cars and various political and social notes including Mrs Eleanor Relyea in the War Department and Mrs Philip Snowden's suffrage advocacy. A New York marriage and a London church wedding are listed amid damages awarded and election curiosities in Paris and Pittsburg.
Helen Maloney of Philadelphia and Arthur Herbert Osborn of New York City wed at St. Catherine's in Spring Lake New Jersey by Rev Stephen M Lyons. The union uncovered a prior Montreal wedding and a 1905 ceremony in Mamaroneck, with annulment granted in New York courts on grounds they never lived together.
Commander Edward F. Qualtrough of the battleship Georgia faces a court martial on a charge of intoxication raised by Rear Admiral Wainwright. He alleges prolonged strain and fatigue during the ship’s last run, with Qualtrough claiming no heavy drinking and attributing his appearance to fatigue rather than intoxication.
John Gilmer Speed famed magazine writer and former editor of Lesile's Weekly shot himself in his Phoenix House room in Mendham New Jersey. He died about an hour and a half later despite medical efforts. He had separated from his wife Emma Stutz Daily Speed who left a $50,000 Indiana estate, which Speed chose not to claim.
Washington moves to limit War Department auto use after cost review. Automobiles will not be used in Washington unless an imperative need justifying extra expense is shown. The decision follows an investigation into maintenance costs and the Army’s transport requirements.
Albert Winner, a three year old boy, died after he saw a dog that bit him seven weeks earlier. The fright in the street near his home caused the child to lose consciousness and he died shortly after. The incident occurred in Philadelphia, detailing a fatal result from a prior dog bite.
Sharon Pa. Mrs Eliza Harry breaks down and confesses to shooting her husband James Harry after a bitter quarrel over money given to her to pay bills. She had been held on a murder charge following a lengthy examination.
The Supreme Court of the United States ruled in favor of the Voights of Cincinnati, Ohio, in the case Continental Wall Paper Company v Voight & Sons. The paper firm sought $57,000, arguing the Voights were a trust that could be pursued for payment. The court rejected the contention and allowed collection.
The February 1 total money in circulation in the United States was $2,092,012.46 with per capita circulation estimated at $45. This represents the highest per person money supply level in the country’s history.
City officials in Paterson appoint two censors to banish from public view all objectionable printed or pictured material. The move targets materials deemed harmful or indecent, aiming to safeguard municipal standards and public morals.
A half mile around Mantua reportedly hides twenty thousand dollars in a secret location within a house owner fears exposing. The tale ties to a deceased father-in-law who died before revealing the spot, fueling ongoing treasure hunts amid local anxiety.
The sale of 120000 dollars in Cumberland County Court House bonds at Bridgeton was awarded to R M Grent & Co of New York City for 123036 dollars with a 3036 dollar premium. Eleven other bids were higher than par. The news item also notes editor’s wife death in East Orange and various state tidbits including a theft, a fall, and local council and building activity details.
Henry Phipps completes purchase of Charles B. Cory’s former residence on Great Island near Hyannis Massachusetts. The 800 acre property sits on the south side of Cape Cod and projects into Vineyard Sound with extensive water frontage. Much of the land is wooded and was once used as a game preserve.
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