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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1907
Page
2
Daily edition details advertise rates and offices for the Daly Journal. It lists general management contact in Newark and multiple city bureaus including New York Chicago and St. Paul with mention of department sections and classified insertions.
A historical sketch extols Alexander Hamilton for his foresight in industry and public credit. It notes the Society for Useful Manufactures founded in New Jersey, Hamilton's influence on industrial policy, and President Butler's Memorial Day dedication praising Hamilton as a key nation builder.
The article recalls Alexander Hamilton as a highly driven intellect pursuing high aims with an imperious will. It notes his dedication at Paterson and describes his training of a statesman through scholarly success and principled expediency.
Neptune township boards consider renting gowns for commencement to cut costs and ease nerves as students fear public scrutiny in hired attire. Vassar and other colleges shift to simple, traditional dress as a counterpoint to flashy cap and gown culture.
State entomologist J B Smith reports that ditching on the Hackenaack meadows costs 2100 and has dried a large pond, improving land for foot traffic. Twenty one ditches aim to reduce salt marsh mosquitoes in Jersey City this summer with larvae washed out by tides. Commission Delaney plans to spend 400 on spraying around the city as editorials rebut hasty criticism of state agencies.
The text discusses disagreement over a state policy on intervals, noting that a one sided investigation can cast subjects in a unfavorable light. It argues that when facts are viewed properly the impression changes and the main business proposition remains the focus.
The item blends social snippets from Geneva to London, noting a 1N%-year old man’s death, a misused word in ROS ALAON estate notes, dating cautions, May Irwin’s husband as manager, a London monkey arrest, Harvard mumps, and Col Watterson’s pale hint of a mustache as a presidential tease.
The editorial defends Banking and Insurance Commissioner David Watkins against criticism of his handling of department funds. It argues much of the adverse commentary is unwarranted and notes Watkins served five years at the department’s helm.
The New Jersey banking department under Governor Watkins faces criticism over interest practices and supervision. An examiner panel of twenty experts has been cited for their expertise while debates continue on paying interest to deposits as a policy.
A collection of light exchanges and quips drawn from the Catholic Standard and Times Weekly The Baltimore American and Cleveland Plain Dealer. Jokes range from family banter to a boy learning to work and a child’s question about punishment for truth. An odd note on Meg keeping vertebrae intact ends the fragment.
The Carly Summer Magazines report The Atlantic Monthly gaining readers across classes and interests as it features Hayes and Robbins essays on labor and religion, Miss Sinclair and Morris Scheffla serials, Margaret Sherwood Runaways, and George Wasson Sea Glass reminiscences, with the Contributors Club offering varied essays.
The issue surveys charities and correction topics in Minnesota with a focus on medical inspection in schools and reform measures. It also highlights the national convention of charities and corrections in Minneapolis this month, plus a broad review of June features in The Journal and The Commons.
The June issue begins with a discussion of old age by Professor Charley E. Minot of Harvard Medical School. The first in a series on age growth and death, to be published in The Popular Science Monthly, draws attention for the author’s eminence and clear writing. Professor L M Underwood of Columbia University outlines progress in North American flora, including reproductions from early works.
In the June issue of Table Talk the feature on Famous Banqueting Houses focuses on the Noble mansion in Noble, Pa. The article notes the residence as the current proud possession of its owner and discusses its historical significance and architectural features.
The World To-day issue highlights John W. Hill on municipal ownership of public utilities and a view on the Christian Science architecture. Hamilton Holt discusses the New York Peace Conference. The June National Magazine features Lamson Studio color prints and Harvard Class Day photos.
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