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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1908
Page
1
After a Lincoln anniversary program a speaker praised veterans and leaders Lincoln Grant Sheridan Sherman. Olive apologizes to Uncle John, recognizing true patriotism and bravery. The scene recalls marching troops and campfires, ending with mutual thanks and renewed respect.
Uncle John, a tall thin widower, moves in with his sister Mrs. Stanley in Cedarville Olive, the niece, resents his old fashioned tastes and stories of soldiers. The scene shifts to the local G A R post where Olive sees veterans as shabby yet valiant figures and learns, through her mother, to honor their sacrifice and patriotism.
Aged woman reads words of consolation at a flower strewn grave for a cherished soldier. The scene unfolds at the gravesite with Mrs. J Bernard overlooking Long Island, as depicted in Leslie's Weekly.
A fragmentary wartime verse fragment recalls flowers for the dead and memory of those who followed a cause under Philippine skies. The tone reflects mourning, patriotism, and tribute to fallen brothers.
Fragmented OCR verse recalls aging men and youth in Maytime memories. It mentions returning to a rural landscape and bitter reflections on past vows. The piece echoes themes of aging, renewal, and reverent remembrance tied to Maytime symbolism from Youth's Companion.
Lossing notes Colonel John Lincoln Clem as perhaps the youngest arm bearer in battle, ranking as a sergeant with the Union Army at age twelve. Clem later served as assistant quartermaster-general, then stationed in San Francisco, reflecting a lifelong military career.
Olive feels a shift in sentiment as Memorial Day plans unfold at Shaw Memorial. A procession and speeches draw her toward patriotism, while old soldiers march with trembling steps and tears. The scene references Civil War heroes and a boy’s early wartime service under Generals Grant, Rosecrans, and Thomas.
The piece honors fallen soldiers and their families, noting Memorial Day as a day for reverence and national unity. It emphasizes gratitude for those who sacrificed for the Union and calls attention to the balance of personal grief with collective memory and progress in society.
The piece honors veterans with reverent language about sacrifice and patriotism. It lauds the dead and living to honor their service, describing emblems, graves, and the solemn duty of a nation to remember. It cites mourning families and the sacrifice of those who served, urging continued gratitude and preservation of memory.
A garbled passage hints at a mythic scene with the Whale Titan and a questing group. Names appear distorted, suggesting an archaic or coded text about danger, fate, and a distant Earth’s hireat. The jumble implies a challenge to interpret meaning and context.
A Chicago report notes warrants issued for Hugh Barney, club president, and George Eckert, a printer, over a youth dance linked to the so called Talent Chickens. Assistant State's Attorney Joy condemns halls that lure young girls to improper houses. Also covered are a Newark diamond theft, a Bank case acquittal, a El Paso shooting, and other varied national notices from Boston to Ottawa.
Rio de Janeiro dispatch reports Lieutenant Fonseca of the Traditlon Army returning from France with a tattooed item. During a test for the Military Seducel Minister of War Ponseca, a gas bay rope broke and a balloon surged to 10,000 feet before collapsing. the lieutenant was crushed. Several other items note revolts, droughts, and political moves worldwide.
A confession reveals a former bailiff admitting a bribe of 8500 dollars to Thamey Spafford, a county commissioner, who allegedly passed the money to McGaig. The case centers on corruption tied to ex board members and a violent motive noted in the county office.
A fierce Texas tornado swept from the Panhandle to the Gulf leaving crops and vegetation damaged. The storm uprooted trees, damaged villages, and flooded hamlets, with 4 hours of heavy rain and Austin streets rendered impassable.
The Rev. Father Joseph Lubeley of St. Joseph's Church Salisbury Missouri was stabbed twice after a Mass by parishioner Joseph Schuette. He was wounded in the temple and neck but survived and was taken to St. Mary’s Infirmary in St. Louis. Several bystanders were cut while restraining the assailant.
A locomotive from an express bound for Antwerp derailed near Contrich six miles from the city. The express collided with a side train crowded with workmen soldiers and pilgrims. Forty to sixty killed and numerous injured as victims suffered gruesome injuries and mutilations.
W Yw Afoward and his caddy sought refuge under a tree at Glen Echo Club in St Louis during a thunderstorm. Howard was instantly killed by a bolt. the caddy was shocked but will recover.
A New York man’s bulldog Gyp buried bones on a Glen Ridge lawn and damaged floors, prompting a $500 damages suit by Mrs. Sarah D. Stubbert. Collingswood bans Sunday golf after club incidents, with Mayor Collings firm on the rule. In Trenton, 13-year-old Henry Potts risked his life saving 10-year-old Russell Ashton from drowning after a cramp in a feeder.
An explosion followed by fire badly damaged a two story dwelling at 17 Fair Street Paterson causing a panic among three families. Mrs Johanna Van derlinde leaped from a second floor bedroom and was taken to hospital. A man claiming to be James Molteni of 639 Lyon Street Brooklyn was later arrested with burnt hands admitting presence in the building.
Two socialist speakers Henry B. Kear of Arlington and Franke Hubschmidt of Paterson were arrested at Main and Ward streets for holding an unlicensed meeting after refusing to disperse. Recorder Carroll set bail at 200 dollars, posted by friends. Meanwhile Montclair’s fourth festival closed with a large attendance at the First Congregational Church honoring motets and hymns with remarks by Rev. Dr Edward Judson. A report from Quartermaster General C Edward Murray notes NYS Fourteenth Infantry private Surguson was shot in the head at Sea Girt rifle range while shielding the pit from rain. the wound is serious but not dangerous.
The letter from Mayor McBride to Broughton Brandenburg of New York City invites him to Paterson to verify assertions in The Menace of the Red Flag article in Broadway Magazine. The piece mentions Colonel Nathan Haines, a Burlington banker and former state senator, dying of heart trouble. A widow survives him. The Pedricktown Baptist Sunday School plans to send Frank J Gaventa to the World's Sunday School Convention in Louisville, Kentucky, June 18 to 28.
John H. Parry attempted a long throw from left field to home during an amateur baseball game in St Louis Missouri. The effort burst a blood vessel and he collapsed dead as the ball reached the catcher, preventing a run at the plate.
Five trolley cars were blown up in different parts of the city a few minutes after midnight. At least five persons were injured. One car jumped from the track and burst through a brick wall, causing structural damage and scattered debris.
Announcements indicate the Woonsocket Stabber Company will resume work for 1500 workers as the Mam ton Woolen Company plans a fall reopening. The mills in Amesbury and Mam ton report notices about resuming production of cotton print goods with about 700 employees expected.
In All Parts of the State an addition is to be built to Mt Rosalp public school. Strawberry picking began in Siem County. At a Paulsboro school meeting $2600 was voted for the schools. Paulsboro Council to hold a special election on the abolition of the voting machine on June 2. Pleas for free mail delivery by South Atlantic City residents to secure service this summer. The Glassblowers League of Woodburn is first to donate to the Tuberculosis Drive. Mrs James Sweeton died suddenly at her home in Pedricktown. The American Cow Company plant at Paulsboro expected to resume operations. Mrs Charles H Ayers of Salem lies ill. A rhododendron plant with over 60 blooms is noted. Variy Welttur, a Preston boat builder, severely injured when a runaway horse threw him from the cart.
An old notice cites a tale about the Kaiser learning simple Greek before visiting Corfu, where locals spoke Italian. It notes Corfu’s 490 years under Venice and references German trials and diplomats with broken phrases.
A Trinity River flood driven by torrential rains swamped Dallas Fort Worth Texas and surrounding towns. Dozens of deaths are reported with thousands left homeless and property losses exceeding a million dollars. Rail lines bridges and utilities were destroyed as relief camps opened in Dallas Fort Worth and Waco. Oklahoma reports record rainfall flooding towns and rail disruption with five drowned near Oklahoma City.
New York City Supreme Court Justice O Gorman signs an Interlocutory decree in favor of Mrs Ellen French Vanderbilt against her husband Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt. Mrs Vanderbilt gains custody of their son William Henry Vanderbilt born November 24, 1901 and may remarry after three months. The decree restricts Mr Vanderbilt from remarriage until final.
Justice Jos eph Morschauser dismissed Thaw's habeas corpus plea, ruled him insane and a menace to the community, and rejected the challenge to Dowling's commitment. The case stays at Matteawan while the pending question heads to the Appellate Division for review.
In Cleveland Ohio sympathizers for striking Municipal Traction Company conductors wreck four street cars with dynamite causing widespread paralysis of service. Authorities refused arbitration angering the workers. Several passengers are seriously injured as men are hurled from rear platforms and heads are opened on the curb.
Orson C. Bartholomew of Denver, aged sixty eight, was killed in a collision between an electric car and a auto at Twenty fourth street and Indiana avenue in Chicago. His brother L Bartholomew and Miss Margaret Hawkins, both of Chicago, were slightly hurt.
Brooklyn churchgoers adopted regulations supporting Governor Hughes in the fight against race track wagering.
The National game report highlights Chick Fraser shutting down for the Chicago Nationals while Elmer Puck of Cleveland falters after noon overeating. Newark returns outfielder Josh De Vore to New York National. Al Burch remains Brooklyn’s lone reliable pinch hitter. Freddie Parent misses Chicago Americans. Terry Turner out for Cleveland. Frank Bowerman shows strong throwing. Cincinnati Rays manager John Guogel eyes a fresh division outlook as Joe Kelly’s Boston Nationals push hard in the league. Tommy Leach joins Pittsburgh as third baseman amid Brooklyn’s defensive struggles with Wilhels in poor form.
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