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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1916
Page
7
A lengthy speech by Hon. Charles N. Fowler argues that democracy safeguards national progress yet critiques Woodrow Wilson’s administration. He likens national vitality to human lifespans, contrasts Wilson with Hughes, and urges support for Republican candidates Frelinghuysen, Edge, and Hughes, asserting Democratic policy leads to weakness and upheaval.
Hon Edward R Gray analyzes the rivalry between Hughes and Wilson, noting public doubt in Wilson and a vigorous, conventional campaign by both parties. He argues managers shape opinion, with campaigns relying on fresh and traditional methods to gain votes amid a charged political atmosphere.
The public backs Charles E Hughes for president citing faith in the ship of state and decisive leadership. Support is linked to protectionist policy, with 1912 votes showing four years ago Taft and Roosevelt favored tariffs, indicating a clear preference among manufacturers farmers and workers for the pro tariff stance and candidate readiness.
Newton A. Bugbee of Trenton appoints a Progressives committee to aid the Republican State campaign. The list mirrors Progressive leaders from counties, with Morris County still undecided. The item lists chairmen and members across Bergen, Hudson, Essex, Camden, Cape May, Atlantic, and other counties, reflecting a broad county-by-county harmony effort.
The quote urges thoughtful, deliberate stays in every place, seizing chances to do good, speak kindly, and form genuine friendships. It presents travel as an opportunity to plant kindness and build true connections, reflecting Ruskin’s emphasis on humane conduct during journeys.
Notice is hereby given that a general election will be held in Monroe Township on Tuesday November 7 1916 from six o clock a m to sundown at the School House Prospect Plains for electing fourteen Electors of President and Vice President Governor United States Senator U S Representative Third Congressional District three General Assembly members Middlesex County Surrogate township officials and to vote on an act creating a Highway Commission funded by seven million dollar bond proceeds and motor vehicle fees penalties
The Board of Registry and Election for Monroe Township will meet at the polling place on Tuesday September 1916 from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. to revise the registry and receive additional registrations. Fred Al Clayton, Clerk of the Township, dated September 20, 1916.
Notice announces a general election in South Brunswick Township on Tuesday November 7 1916 from 6 to 7 pm. Polling places are VanDerveer Hall Dayton and American Mechanics Hall Monmouth Junction. Offices include President Vice President Governor U S Senate U S Representative State offices and local township posts. Also vote on a highway commission proposal funded by bonds with motor vehicle fees. Voter registration lists and corrections to be updated October 31 1916. Clerk Adi Semibon signs.
Notice dated September 29 1916 announces a general election Tuesday November 7 1916 from six am to seven pm in Cranbury Odd Fellows Hall and Grange Hall Plainsboro for President Governor General Assembly members and a committeeman plus bonds question funded by motor vehicle fees. Polls open October 7 1916 from 1 pm to 9 pm to revise registry lists. Walter H Havens Clerk.
A vintage medical pitch urges readers to treat a cold promptly with Chamberlainta Cough Remedy claiming quick relief. It emphasizes safety, lack of narcotics, and wide availability, promoting confidence in an established remedy.
Election will be held in Jamesburg Borough from six in the morning to seven in the evening at the Borough Hall on Augusta Street. Voters will select two councilmen and a justice of the peace and cast ballots on an act creating a highway commission and financing state highways with bonds and related penalties and fees.
The Board of Registry for the Jamesburg election district will meet at the polling place on Tuesday October 31st 1916 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. to revise and correct registry lists and address further revisions. William H. Brooks rough clerk of Jamesburg signs the notice.
An election will be held in the Town of Helmetta on Tuesday November 7 1918 from six to seven pm at the Hose House. Voters will elect fourteen residents and a United States Senate member two councilmen a highway surveyor for the Borough of Edsastia and decide on creating a Highway Commission to fund highway construction from bond proceeds and license and registration fees penalties.
The Board of Registry announces a meeting of the Bau of Registry and Election in Helmetta Borough on Tuesday October 6 from 1 PM to 9 PM to revise the registry and receive additional registrations. Dated September 29, 1900. Borough Clerk Willis N. Kienzle.
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