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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1905
Page
1
A verse urging young men to answer the century's cry and serve in distant lands. It calls upon duty, courage, and sacrifice, inviting men to leave home and endure hardship to aid nations in need, attributed to Mrs. Margaret E. Sangster in Youth's Companion.
Uncle Wim recalls a tiny romp with a single chicken hatchling kept by Pheeny. The bird followed every step, bullied the dog Pont, dodged a rat, and suffered a few mishaps from mishandled enclosures and a gusty porch door before Cap'n Emory Tush and others became its peculiar adoptive kin in a busy kitchen and yard.
A New York Tribune quote recalls Ponto and Pheeny, describing Pheeny carrying a small body in her hand and the speaker reflecting on not wanting to hurt the little fellow, with red eyes lingering at dinner time.
The Philadelphia Ledger features John Burroughs, friend of Roosevelt and Parker, discussing ethical fables by Thompson Seton and a dog’s memory by association. He argues Seton’s animal tales stray from natural history while noting dogs lack abstract thought and remember through memory by association.
In a tale recounted by Jared Billings, a horse dealer is accused of deceit and graspingness. The speaker describes renting a rig for court business, only to be charged again for the hire after returning, prompting shock at the sharp practice. The anecdote portrays a wary view of local horse traders and their tricks.
The London Times argues that philanthropy often fails to yield lasting benefit. It notes persistent unemployment, crime, and poverty despite money spent, and identifies a class of mentally and physically deficient individuals as a core factor driving prisons, workhouses, and social misery.
A New York area musician recalls a town musicale where the mayor, present at a stormy evening, urged attendees to pledge to bring no guest or pay an extra admission to boost turnout. About 125 people stayed as leaders proposed the plan, and the next event succeeded.
A Baltimore Herald excerpt argues rest comes from active mindful change not idle time. It notes rest differs from sleep and mentions a Canton to Samshul railroad spike being stolen within a day by a Chinese thief.
A mass atrocity in St Petersburg leaves thousands dead or wounded as Cossacks and troops attack crowds near the Winter Palace. Reports say 2100 killed and 5000 injured with hundreds of bystanders slain in centre city, as authorities crush rising protests and workers’ demonstrations.
The Bath Tron Works was transferred from George St Sheldon, chairman of the reorganization committee of the United States Stiphubtding Company, to the Bath Iron Works Company.
Coroner Moses J. Jackson of New York City was arrested on a charge of offering a bribe to a District Attorney assistant. He was held under a $2500 bond.
The Mildred won the third sea bout for the Wentz Cup at South Shrewsbury. A record crowd attended the Madison Square Garden automobile show. The American League signs umpire for the West season. Bright wins a hurdle race at Nice meeting. Wanderers beat Brooklyn Skathng in hockey. Walter J Travis defeats W L Ower Jr in golf at Dinehurst. Harvard Yale athletic relations committee agrees to renew the agreement.
A protocol signed at Santo Domingo stipulates that the United States will aid in preserving order while guaranteeing the integrity of Dominion territory and will assume charge of the government until the republic’s claims against Lt Commander Dillingham are settled. Commander Dillingham presented credentials as special commissioner to the Dominican Government.
Michael J. Coffey has sued the estate of Hugh McLaughlin for $600,000 claiming his share of profits from the Nassau Railroad sale was withheld. The suit alleges improper retention of proceeds linking Coffey to the transaction and seeks the specified amount.
Scuffle on a steamer near Brooklyn leads to the arrest of fifteen Chinese sailors amid a broader report of unrest. Other items note the Indian Appropriation bill, Odell’s lawsuit and death, navy shipments, and Congress accepting a gift statue from John J. Ingalle of Kansas.
The街 crowd gathered in central streets to witness a palace assault when orders to kill were issued. Cossacks and imperial cavalry attacked civilians drawing blood on the pavements as workers and mothers cried down with the Czar and the monarchy.
Four masked men boarded the Spokane Flyer after leaving East Portland station around 6 PM. They entered the sleeper’s smoking compartment and robbed about a dozen passengers of cash and a gold watch before fleeing into Sullivan Gulch. A posse pursued the bandits though their exact fate is unknown.
President Castro of Venezuela ends diplomatic ties with United States Minister Bowen and with Caracas ministers. Negotiations stall as Castro leaves Caracas. Britain France Germany Italy Spain Belgium plan joint approach to Washington over Castro.
A cable from Constantinople via Tokio reports 1500 Circassians revolted near Slaving Caucasus, killing the Russian guard and overrunning posts. Russians and Persians are said to be crossing into the Caucasus as Tiflis endures a near siege with limited communications.
In Berlin Second Civil Court Herr Fakobsen claimed a debt from Gerson based on a verbal agreement. Jakobsen produced a phonograph and replayed the conversation, voices clearly recognized, leading to a judgment for Jakobsen.
A collection of brief items notes a German army monocle rule, a town school with three pupils, large quantities of Epsom salts and pills used in London hospitals, Minneapolis lumber output, rising horseradish? iron? consumption in France, a Arkansas woman fined for wearing a stuffed bird, a Madrid restaurant dispute over a meal, a Seattle fish exhibit described as half animal and half vegetable, and news from Gensan about a railway site for Seoul.
Reports from Moscow Breslau and Helsingfors describe broad demonstrations and a state of siege. General Trepall appointed Governor-General of St Petersburg with troops deployed at the Winter Palace. Police hunt leaders as workers protest across the empire.
Tucker of Auburndale is found guilty of first degree murder in the March 31 death of Miss Mabel Page in Weston Massachusetts. The eight hour jury verdict came after dramatic courtroom moments and emotional reactions from both defense and Commonwealth counsel. The execution is set for the electric chair at Charlestown State Prison with sentencing to follow.
Reports from London indicate permissive press censorship may have eased in St Petersburg amid the massacre. German French and English correspondents claim telegraphic censorship has been in abeyance, allowing reporters to telegraph freely if their bylines are known.
Thomas A. Edison, the inventor, rested at Llewellyn Park after a serious operation to remove a mastoid abscess behind his left ear. Doctors reported the abscess near the brain and potential blood poisoning danger, noting that delay could have caused grave consequences.
Reports from St Petersburg describe workers halted near Kolpinoi being fired on by soldiers with unclear casualty counts. A Pennsylvania Railroad dispute with striking workers ends after a conference in Philadelphia. Various brief items mention Croker sailing, yellow fever in Spain and Paris, a Paris death bequest, a Texas legislator, and religious services in New York hotels.
Trustees of the Peabody Fund voted to dissolve the trust and distribute about 1,000,000 to the Peabody School in Nashville. Reports cover Senate hearings on Reed Smoot, Army pay changes, and numerous diplomatic, legal, and political notes from Washington and abroad.
A Tangier dispatch says the Sultan of Morocco warns foreign subjects to leave districts under a punitive expedition. In other notes, Singer Hangs Himself as Metropolitan Opera member Fritz Tasch dies by suicide during a matinee. President Loubet seeks cabinet reshuffle with Rouyler asked to form a new government.
Report from Albany claims Senate leaders will not pass any New York bills for fighting or investigations unless Mayor McClellan and Controller Grout request action. The frame of the decision centers on budgetary and investigative measures and signals a stall in legislative activity until key city officials seek measures.
Melvil Dewey, state librarian, replied publicly at Albany to a petition by New York Jews seeking removal of the office from the Regents. The exchange touched on custody of the office and interpretation of the removal law.
William J. Bryan called on President Roosevelt at the White House and announced his approval of the president's views on railroad rate legislation.
Collins, a Russian spy, was sentenced in Tokyo to eleven years hard labor. Yollee Inspector Suspended, Inspector Titus of the New York City police suspended on charges. Slabs Express Package case involved 34650 taken from an express package to Citizens' National Bank of Lancaster. News notes include stock market drops linked to international events and a State Department plan outline for Santo Domingo.
Congressmen Howell backs Obadiah E. Davis for Red Bank postmaster, amid Republican battle with William T. Corlies. Drub defeats Georgie in a close North Shrewsbury River Ice Yacht Club race, finishing first in 36.24 minutes on a triangular course.
An unusual sight showed cars fitted with portable steel runners mounted on front wheels to grip snow and ice. The rear wheels remained largely untouched except for a thin sheet iron cover to prevent puncture. Steel prongs extended from the cover, enabling better traction and allowing notably smooth travel on county roads.
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