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Cranbury Press

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Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1907

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Molly Pitcher Heroine of the Revolution Remembered

The article recalls Mary Ludwig Hays who earned the nickname Molly Pitcher for carrying water and firing a cannon during the Battle of Monmouth in 1778. It notes her later service as a sergeant under Washington, her life in Carlisle, marriages, and postwar recognition by Pennsylvania. The piece also reflects on public celebration customs and cautions against dangerous holiday pranks.

Joan of Arc Daughters of the Regiment Army Navy Molle Pitcher Heroina Monmouth Philadelphia New Jersey Washington Pennsylvania John Hays Continental Mary Hays Molly Tere Molly Pitcher Hays Livingston Varnum Greene Mary Pitcher Car Hsle Mary Ludwig Germany William Irvine Carlisle Fort Clinton Hudson Hnogg

Independence Era Shaft Insert Story Found

A fragment notes funds raised for a project and a shaft erected featuring an insert story. The readable text hints at a civic or historical milestone but lacks clear names, dates, or places to specify the exact event.

Monmouth Battlefield Tribute to Molly Pitcher Figure

A shaky notice honors Mollie McCauley known as Molly Patcher from Monmeanth. She died January 22, 1828. The monument, erected by citizens of Cuother lard County in 1870, features a bass relief of ram and cannon acts at Monmouth. The Field of Monmouth painting by George Washington Parke Curtis also includes Molly Pitcher.

Mollie McCauley Molly Patcher Wade Monmeanth Cuotherlard County Monmouth Field of George Washington Parke Curtis Molly Pitcher

Petey Fourth Parade Sparks Curious Cries

An illustrated caption from Puck notes a girl’s finger peril as a ten cent cannon cracker goes off near her ears during a Fourth of July scene. Mugsy quotes warn of danger and noise.

Petey Mugsy

Debates Over Firework Traditions On Independence Day

The article surveys recent writings on dangers of noisy Independence Day celebrations and notes efforts by lawmakers to end gunpowder methods of marking the national birthday. It highlights safety concerns and ongoing attempts to curb explosive displays.

Valley Forge Park Discussed as Possible National Park

Valley Forge may become a national park or military reservation. Congress is urged to pass a bill to acquire the remaining land after Pennsylvania already secured 217 acres. The plan aims to restore the site to its 1777 78 encampment conditions for historical remembrance and education.

Valley Forge Washington Congress Pennsylvania

The Glorious Fourth Parade Echoes in Bashful Youth

A fragment recalls a bashful youth at a Fourth of July parade. The boy, drawn to the display, muses on the lively sounds and sights of fireworks, gun emplacements, and bannered crowds, with a shy, hopeful moment toward a girl.

Av Oianden

Automobiles Stored Across States In Car Mobility Niche

A muttered claim notes 150000 automobiles stored in 25 states in the United States. The figure references a distribution with 50000 in the twenty year area linked to automotive engineering and mobility laws. The remark hints at regulatory concerns and a possible nationwide inventory.

Loving Trial Reveals Daughter's Testimony on Murder

Miss Elizabeth Loving testified in the trial of her father Judge William G. Loving for the murder of Theodore Estes. She claimed Estes assaulted her, a story she says saved her father's life by exposing his motive to kill. The case parallels the Thaw affair as defense argues delirium tremens and insanity, while the prosecution seeks to prove the tale false.

Houston Elizabeth Lov Ing William G. Loving Theodore Estes Estes Loving Stes Inter Commonwealth Iis Elizabeth Loving Young Estey Wool Bouldin Miss Loving Theodore L. Estes

Fatal plunge after auto collision with Providence train

Benjamin F Lord of Waltham an advertising man was hurled thirty feet from an automobile struck by a Providence bound train near Woods Crossing three miles above Franklin station He died immediately from heart fracture caused by fright His companions Edward J Boyte and Thomas F Boyte merchants living at 386 Commonwealth Avenue were badly bruised W P Rout was shaken The survivors reached home under physician care The incident left Edward Hoyle shaken by the shock

Boston Mass Providence Woods Crossing Franklin Station Benjamin F. Lord Waltham Edward J Thomas F. Boyte Commonwealth Avenue Chaut W. P. Roust Edward J. Hoyle

Moonshiners Routed in Piedmont Raid Affects Hundreds

In a dawn assault ten miles from Piedmont North Carolina revenue officers led by J Witt Roberts routed about 200 moonshiners who fought from a wooded pass. Ten moonshiners were killed thirty captured. five revenue men wounded. Four thousand gallons of whisky seized. Women and children fled as the battle raged. a remaining 100 mountaineers retreated after stiff close fire.

Asheville N. C Piedmont J. Witt Roberts Iing Nonce Hosptal

Inheritance Triggers Double Tragedy in Connecticut

Frank C Randle of Winnipauk South Norwalk learned his father Joseph C Randle left him forty thousand dollars and knowingly drowned himself. The elderly postmaster had died a week earlier leaving a legacy that led to grief and shock. William Breene, a Washington Street laborer, fainted upon hearing the inheritance worth one hundred thousand dollars and died soon after in hospital.

South Norwalk Conn Frank C Randle Winnipauk Joseph C. Randle Washington, Pao William A. Breene

Trolley kills two girls in Passaic New Jersey tragedy

Two twenty year old girls Belle Krones and Annie Worksman were struck by a trolley at the corner of Passaic and Second streets while walking home. The accident occurred as the trolley turned down the street it should have crossed. The victims were daughters of local merchants and long time friends. Captain John F. Davis was acquitted in Ironton Ohio of murdering Dr Wayne McCoy after discovering the doctor with Mrs Davis. The ensuing struggle left McCoy fatally wounded.

Passaic N. J Belle Krones Annie Worksman Heelong Pasgate Second Streets John F. Davis Ironton Ohio Wayne McCoy Saptlin Oavis

Judge Hebbard Survives Suicide Attempt in Temple Chamber

In San Francisco Superior Judge K. Hebbard, amid grief over the Bar Association suggestion of impeachment for intemperance, attempted suicide by pointing a revolver to his temple. A reporter restrained him by taking the weapon, saving his life.

San Francisco Bar Association Por San Francisco Bar Association Tt Hebbard Temple Israel

Heavy damages sought after Kentucky funeral train wreck

Plaintiffs pursue $156000 in suits over a railway wreck on the Cincinnati Flemingsburg and Southwestern line in Kentucky. The case includes the Louisville and Nashville lessee and the Hog Isalo Includ ed in the suits, with damages exceeding the original road cost by $60,000.

Cincinnati, Flemingsburg and Southwestern Railway Kentucky Louisville and Nashville Isalo

War fears fade as Pacific scare ends in peace report

Washington reports dismissing war rumors with Japan as a political ruse to embarrass ministries. No real danger of conflict exists. San Francisco tensions over school matters are minor police concerns. In France wine growers threaten a civil upheaval, barricades rise, and troops move as authorities act to restore order.

Washington Japan San Francisco America Europe Pacific

Rebellion Movement in South China Reaches Swatow Front

Sun Yat Sen leads revolutionaries near Swatow after leaving Yoklo weeks before the breakout. May 22 field opening as Kwong Kong wall falls, officials killed. Kaoping Lin Ching meet similar fates. Manwo Island forces defeated May 27. Refugees flee to Swatow as foreign ships guard the city. Jit Stimpo notes strong modern Chinese troops could crush revolt.

Victoria Boc Manwo Cha Chow Whch Swatow Jit Stimpo China

Guatemala Sees Invasion Threat From Honduras and Nicaragua

Guatemala City reports Nicaragua preparing land and sea attack with heavy gas at San Jose Champerico and Puerto Barrios while troops ready to repulse Honduran frontier incursions. Officials accuse Zelaya of bad faith after a prior agreement to submit differences with Salvador to the United States. The ongoing belligerence strains Guatemalan finances and paralyzes commerce as regional tensions rise amid Mexican posture.

Guatemala City Guatemala San Jose Champerico Puerto Barnos Honduran Zelaya Amnapala United States Salvador Quish Central America Mexico

Ships Ordered to Central America

The cruiser Milwaukee was ordered to Central American waters after receiving alarming reports from Nicaragua Guatemala and El Salvador. The action reflects heightened tensions in the region and concerns over instability affecting American interests and shipping lanes.

Central America Ceuier Milwaukee Central American Nicaragua Guatemala Salvador

Warning Letter Presages NYC Tenement Collapse

Petrie warned the New York City Building Department four hours before the Walker pareat tenement fell, killing seven. No safety measures for occupants were taken.

Wellesley College grants BA to 247 women

The degree of Bachelor of Arts was conferred upon 247 young women at Wellesley College Massachusetts. Andrew Carnegie offered funds for a new victory building and 600 donations were pledged to meet the target.

Wellesley College Mass Mmoutcomons Wits Andrew Carnerie

Rail leaders meet U S Steel heads in New York

Presidents of major railways confer with United States Steel Corporation leaders in New York City to discuss solving the problem of supplying better steel rails.

United States Steel Corporation New York City

Venezuelan Cabinet Resigns Over Congress Condemnation

The Venezuelan Cabinet resigns citing Congress action condemning the policy of the Minister of Finance. A government shift follows as lawmakers criticized fiscal policy and called for a new direction in economic management.

Veneawhin

Old Man Crowns is a Spring Barrel

Frederick Erler of Bernardsyle New Jersey was found drowned in a spring near John Bo Dun ster’s residence where he worked as a hostler. A large barrel was sunk in the ground around the spring and it is supposed he fell headlong while drinking from it. He was eighty years old.

Frederick Erler Bernardsyle John Bo Dunster Erha Lle

Tecay Implements Liquor Licensing Change July 11

Tecay enacts a new liquor license law taking effect July 11 requiring twenty days to issue licenses. As a result every saloon in the state may be forced to close for the duration, impacting operations and local businesses.

Tecay

Global labor unrest and union shifts across cities

A fragmented report notes Fargo Minnesota unions gaining federation eligibility while Germany shows 2,400,000 skilled laborers earning only forty five to seventy five cents daily. It cites Harrisburg and Minneapolis union activity, inspectors in Guelph and Antwerp strikes, Taunton hose workers forming, and 1906 unrest with 582 miners injured in West Australia.

Fargo N. TD Minnesota Germany Harrisburg Road Rover International Decialon Guelph Canada Steamphip Permen Strodke Antwerp Beltmakers Minneapolis Mitt Taunton Maps West Australia

Bucket Shops Crusade Aimed at Providence Buckets

Mayor McCarthy and Providence police launched a campaign to purge bucket shops from the city, with city officials vowing to close illicit gambling venues and prosecute operators under local laws.

McCarthy Police of Providence A. 1

Wholesale Trade Bank Brisk in Fall and Winter Woods

Wholesale trade in fall and winter woods remains brisk as retailers face depleted stocks. Large duplicate purchases occur as buyers secure supply ahead of a cold spring.

Kirkman Freed From Leavenworth Penitentiary

Former Army private Kirkman, once Tieuten ant, was discharged from the United States penitentiary at Leavenworth Kaw after a three year confinement for embezzlement, with sentence commuted by President Roosevelt.

Hough Kirkman Tieutenant United States Leavenworth Kaw Roosevelt

Zone Marriage Laws Reform In Panama Canal Zone

President Roosevelt issues an executive order reforming Panama Canal Zone marriage laws to validate the marriage of a daughter of Judge Collins and Wimihi, reflecting changes in local family restrictions and civil procedures.

Labor amendment aims to abolish the House of Lords

A Labor party amendment to Premhoy Sir Henry Campbell Hanierman’s motion proposes abolishing the House of Lords. The wording reflects a push for constitutional reform and a shift in parliamentary power.

Labor Party Henry Campbell Hanierman House of Lords

Federal Control Proposed for Railroads

A fragment discusses federal supervision of railway capitalization and road accounts. Mentions Independent Cement Combine and Independent Cement Manufacturers, noting a push to counter the trust and enable competition. Details are unclear due to damaged text.

Youn Bof Youkumy

Fragmented 19th century notices mix across personalities

The text compiles varied items from late 19th century figures. It mentions Thomas Edison, the Prince of Wales on his birthday, Senator Beveridge at Oyster Bay, and discussions of U S reform and copyright. It notes George Grant Mason inheriting the Silent Smith fortune, and moves from Aberdam to New York City. It references political and military shifts and a physician ending active practice.

Thomas A. Edison Prince of Wales Beveridge Oyster Bay Snd Naovescolt Wibe Max Pembarton Smith Iis Aberdam New York City Chaies Beith Thomas GL Shearer

Rumor of Aoki Recall Ties to Saionji Audience

In Tokio strong indications emerge that Ambassador Aoki may be recalled. The Daido Club, a new party from cabinet representatives, deplores government delays over the San Francisco incidents and urges a prompt solution, stressing Japan US friendship as vital to Far East peace.

Tokio Japan Aoki Saionji Daido Club Ite San Francisco United States Far East

Japan's Fights Formosans in Formosa War

Advices from Formosa via Monteagle report brisk clashes between Japanese forces and Formosan natives. Japan aims to subdue guerilla resistance by permanent advances, building roads as they go. Three fifths of Formosa controlled, 2378 square miles covered, natives resisting fiercely.

Japan Victoria B. C Formosa Monteagle

Rumor of Loyal Regiment Replace Brest at Sevastopol

In St Petersburg Admiral Wiren asked the War Minister to replace the Brest Regiment now at Sevastopol with a unit of higher loyalty. Some Brest troops previously joined mutineers from the battleship Potemkin during earlier troubles. Dr Dubrevin of the Union of the Russian People telegraphed the Tsar thanking him for ending the criminal Duma and promising defense of the monarchy.

St. Petersburg Russia Wiren Brest Sevastopol Kntaz Potemkin Dubrevin Union of the Russian People Czar

Appleyard Declared Insolvent After Philadelphia Raid

Arthur E. Appleyard, known for a sensational raid on United Gas Improvement Company stock in Philadelphia, was declared insolvent by the Stock Exchange there.

Arthur E. Appleyard United Gas Improvement Company Philadelphia The Stock Exchange

Stockholders Face Battle Over Western Freight Rates

On the eve of a major confrontation stockholders prepare to block Western States efforts to cut freight charges. The move aims to protect corporate incomes that stand to lose millions if rates are reduced.

Western States

Baseball Brevities from the Nationals and NL Bats

An OCR fragment reviews NL star hitters and managers with notes on Reds trading prospects, McGann’s batting, Brown facing Indians, and Ames and Pastorius in spring form. Mentions Cleveland trip, Beebo, Melniew, and Hanlon eyeing third place as teams jockey for position.

Cincinnnti John Ganzel St. Louis Nationals Beebo Detroit Dah McGann New York Nattorials McGann Hanlon Reds Pastorius Brooklyn Ames New Yorks Clevelands Jack Mleinow New York Amestenis

Campbell Bannerman Proposes Curtailment of Lords Powers

London Premier Campbell Bannerman moves a resolution to curb the House of Lords power to alter or reject bills, arguing for Commons supremacy within a five year Parliament. He notes the measure requires a bill, would not enact law alone, and favors conferences between Houses with a fallback to the Commons. The plan aims to prevent an effete government from pushing unpopular measures.

London Campbell-Bannerman House of Lords House of Commons House of Lorda Lords

Live Wires Kill Four at Staten Island Soap Works

Four men were killed or seriously injured when a high tension wire touched a moving boiler at the Proctor and Gamble soap works at Western avenue and Richmond terrace Mariners Harbor Staten Island. A donkey boiler and hoisting engine were loaded for transfer when the flat car rolling out into Western avenue triggered the electric contact. The boiler struck the wires and the electric current surged down the stack, throwing workers over twenty feet. William Corey and his son William Jr. died instantly along with Patrick Bradley of West Brighton and several Italian workers were injured.

New York City Proctor & Gamble Soap Works Western Avenue Richmond Terrice Mariners’ Harbor Staten Island Millikendron Baltimore and Ohio William Corey Willam, Jr Patrick Bradley West Brighton

Women Warn Husbands From Jail Over Bourland Case

Five mothers from Assumption Illinois and a seventeen year old girl remain in Taylorville jail sixteen miles from home. They refuse bond until they see justice for their town. They accuse Alfred Bourland of bigamy and attempted assault, led by Eugenie Bourland.

St. Louis Assumption Taylorville Alfred Bourland Eugenie Boud

Department Warns Cows Should Be Tested for Tuberculosis

The Department of Agriculture announced that a milch cow can produce about 37,000,000 tuberculosis germs daily and called for testing all cows with tuberculin to prevent spread.

Department of Agriculture

Orchard Trial Adjourned After Transit to Caldwell

Harry Orchard was moved from Bolse to Caldwell Idaho where his murder trial for the death of former governor Stennenberg was formally adjourned until after the Haywood Moyer and Pettibone cases proceed.

Haaloonist Body Found After Aldershot Balloon Attempt

The body of Lieutenant Caulfield, one of the officers who took part in a balloon ascent at Aldershot on May 28, was discovered in the sea near Weymouth.

Caulfield Aldershot England Sea of Weymouth

City pays millions for telephone wills and pro boxing return

News notes a New York City contract paying 4 million dollars yearly for telephone wills, a former boxing retiree Joe Watcott agreeing to fight, a triad meet where W T Coholan set Yale’s 440 yard record at 0.19 1-5, and Penn State and Pennsylvania athletes prepping for next season. Captn Henry of Penn State tied the world 9 3/4 second mark for the 100 yard dash in a dual meet with Western University of Pennsylvania.

New York City Joe Watcott W. T. Coholan Yale Pennsylvania Poughkeepsie Frevk Nebrick Buffalo Tom Longboat Pennss Yank Captsin Henry Pennsylvania State College Western University of Penneylvania

New Jersey Bar Exam Results Show Fewer Passers

The New Jersey bar exam results released in Trenton show a smaller than usual success rate. Forty five candidates sought counselors degrees and fifty as attorneys, with several named from Camden Atlantic City Mount Holly Perth Amboy Tren ton and Trenton. Also noted is the death of Dr Israel Hart a Pennington physician and Civil War assistant surgeon aged seventy nine. He studied at Pennington Seminary Lafayette College and the University of Pennsylvania before practicing medicine until 1863 when he joined the army. He returned to practice until recently.

Trenton David R. Rose Camden Clarence F. Albertson W. Frank Sooy Herbert R. Voorhees Atlantic City W. Claude Palmer Mount Holly Leo Goldberger Perth Amboy William I. Blackman Malcolm G. Buchanan John Israel Hart Thirty-eighth Regiment New Jersey Volunteers Pennington Winner Homestead Pennington Seminary Lafayette College Easton Henry T. Welling University of Pennsyvania Hart

Drowning Case Notes Detail of Mamie Vennell’s Death

Mamie Vennell who drowned in Sunset Lake at Bridge ton was buried at Broad Street Cemetery with only family and a few onlookers present. George Evans the glass blower, not yet arrested, spoke for over an hour with Prosecutor J Hampton Fithian, his account largely matching the initial statements and largely corroborated.

Mamie Vennell Sunset Lake Bridgeton George Evans Broad Street Evans J.hampton Fithian

Physicians Unite To Boycott Nonpayers In Trenton

Physicians from both allopathic and homeopathic schools form a united front over bad debts, creating a blacklist of notable taxpaying patients. Graduates from either school gain access to the list to avoid serving those who have previously neglected medical payments.

Trenton Nallopaths

Philadelphia Bride Weds In Auto Parade At Trenton

Barren Kruser from Philadelphia married Miss Julia Davenport Birch of Trenton after a civic style ceremony. Thirty friends accompanied the couple in a sightseeing car with a follow car in a novel auto parade to and from the church. The pair plan a motor honeymoon and then reside in Philadelphia.

Barren Kruser Trenton Philadelphia Julia Davenport Birch Mrs. Kruser

Hammock pole causes death of Clarendon girl Pearl Avilla

Pearl Avilla Clarendon, eleven, daughter of George Clarendon of Keyport, died after a hammock pole broke and struck her on the head while she and her sister swung in their yard. She cried briefly, then lapsed and died shortly after.

Pearl Avilla Clarendon George Clarendon Keyport Pearl

Slain In Dispute Over Change

Norman Davenport twenty five is dead in Spicetown after a fight in a lunch wagon. Harry H Rickart and David Helman were arrested and released on three hundred dollar bail each on assault charges. Prosecutor Rathbun obtained new warrants and they were held without bail. The dispute arose over change.

Change Norman Davenport Spicetown Harry H. Rickart David Helman Rathbun

Grange Seeks Higher Milk Price at Large Burlington Centre

Members of the Rancocas Grange Patrons of Husbandry demand from milk dealers an extra cent per quart citing high food prices and labor scarcity. As a major Burlington County shipping centre, the move is expected to prompt other county producers to follow.

Rancocas

Curious three legged chicken and local notices in New Jersey

A New Jersey patch reads of a three legged chicken kept by Mrs. Kate Harker of New Egypt, its curiosity noted as the bird grows. Stockton residents vote 1000 to extend the borough water works. Bequests include $500 to Flemington Presbyterian Church. Local resignations and calls: Overseer of the Poor in Lebanon Township, Rev. J Grabill to pastor in Sergeantville. Whitney Glass Works in Glassboro shuts a large factory due to a shortage of workers. Metropolitan Band concerts in Burlington draw 2000 listeners. Governor Stokes questions Colonel Dickinson's resignation as Secretary of State. Teachers in Beverly public school resign. Army mules and horses procurement details show prices per unit and total numbers for cavalry, artillery, and pack mules, with general price increases.

Stockton Louisa Prail Flemington

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