McKinley Victory Brings Four More Years of Prosperity
The Middlesex County Republican ticket led by McKinley supporters Howell Strong Lyon Montgomery and Groves secured decisive re elections. The piece lauds Howell Strong and others, predicts progressive policies, praises financial integrity and national leadership, and calls for continued prosperity, industry, and a strong merchant marine under a McKinley administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Roosevelt
Howell
Strong
Lyon
Montgomery
Rones
Middlesex County
B. F. Howell
New Jersey
Congress
Theodore Strong
State Senate
United States
Sewell
Messrs
Groves
Nicaragua
Lincoln
Cleveland
Bryan
Havel
Apostle
Free Silver
Negotiations Open Over Chinese Boxer Rebellion Fallout
The Chinese government and foreign powers begin formal talks after sanctions on Boxers. China offers 40 million pounds indemnity and foreign control of Likin and customs. Prince Tuan faces possible death as most powers seek his punishment while South China unrest remains a concern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haa
China
Tuan
Likin
France
Chioa
Bridge Bills and Funding Moves by Freeholders
The Board of Freeholders debated bridge bills and methods to raise funds. They transferred 1000 from the road account to pay contractor John H. Van Deursen for the Albany street bridge abutment, leaving 1728.60 in the road appropriation. They authorized notes for 327,500 and 30,000 to cover macadamizing costs, with 20,000 of the latter to come from the State later. They proposed borrowing 2100 for the boat house abutment, to be repaid next year. The County Collector’s report showed a balance of 15,861.40 after receipts of 49,968.16 and payments of 69,106.17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Freeholders
John H. van Deursen
Albany Street
Finance Committee
Solicitor Daily
Injasmuch
David Serviss
Sentiment in Housework Elevates Domestic Life
Sara H. Henton argues enthusiasm lifts housework from drudgery and sustains health. She cites Marian Harland Eliza Parker Charlotte Bronte George Eliot as examples who infused daily chores with poetry and vigor, urging readers to rest and preserve health to maintain cheerful, productive housekeeping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sara H. Henton
Jeoruth
Marian Harland
Eliza RK. Parker
Charlotte Bronte
George Eliot
The Allure of Pretty Women in Public Life
An analysis argues that society favors pretty women in news coverage while homely women quietly shape events. It cites biases in reporting, photographers, and the risk of sensationalism, noting how beauty influences attention and outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minl
Express
Eve
Local Lexington traveler touts Backlen’s Arnica Salve cure
Faditor W. W. Barry from Lexington Tenn fell ill during Mammoth Cave exploration and found relief with Backlen’s Arnica Salve, claiming it works for piles injuries inflammation and eruptions. Advertisement notes can be bought for 25 cents at NoiL Clayton’s drug store and promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as nightly aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Barry
Lexington
Tenn
Mammoth Cave
Backlen
Dr. King
D. H W. Tomer
Dempsey Town
Clayton
Electric Bitters Promised Cure for Malaria and Fevers
W A Null of Webb HL reports his children suffered years with chills and fever before two bottles of Electric Bitters cured them. The ad claims malaria and typhoid germs overwhelmed natives, but Bleetue Butters is presented as a universal remedy. Sold by NLF Clayton, druggist, 50 cents with guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanley
Lavingstone
W. A. Null
Webb
NLF
Clayton
Eye examination by expert specialists confirms findings
A scientific examination of the eyes conducted by expert specialists confirms the results. The assessment emphasizes precise diagnostics and recommends appropriate treatment options based on the examination findings.
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Republican Party
Piny Woods
Maine
Orange Groves
California
Paul Monroe
E.H Castle
A. M
Teacher's College
Columbia University
New York
Peddie
Peddie Institute
Monroe
Swetland
Hightstown Baptist Church
Metropolitan Star Quintette
Miss Reed
Carmena
Misa Herr
Miss Epp
Miss Horr
Royal Tyrolean Concert Company
T. Sweeney
Leland
T. Powers
Pennington Seminary
Pennington
Peddie Boys
Capt. Harden
Barrett
F.paylor
Elm Club
Princeton
F. Reed
Lawrence Station
Bucknell University
Jennie S Scudder
Trenton
N. J
Crover Seminary
Pat Peddie
Reed
Vogue
Lees Wonders
Wm. H. Mullen
Lockland
Clazton's
Science
the Sun Optical Mfg. CO
George F. Apelegate
Pras
F. G. Leaming
Sec
Treas
State & Warren Sis
Trenton, N. J
Hyacinth
C. Ribsam
Donnelly
Opera House
Europe
Coole && Taques
East State Street
Market ST
Newark
Rari Fc
Dobbins, the Hatter
Prppler
GHAT
Thomas Peppler
Hicktstown, N.J
James Beggs & Co
Dey St
New York City
D. CG. Lewis
Sarah A. Brown
Henry W. Brown
James L. Brown
County of
Middlesex
James J. Brown
Sarah A, Brown
Henry W Brown
Lupton Bros
Matawan, Keyport
Perth Amboy
Matawan, N. J
Bergen & Rue
Davison’s
Lehigh Coal
I. Davy Isow
Jamesburg, N. J
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