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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1908
Page
2
Fragmented OCR text shows Newark address blocks for offices and drugstores, printer terms, and ad rates. Mentions Journal, Telegraph Desk, and city delivery rules with various cents per week and per insertion.
A long list of political nominations appears, naming William H Taft for President James S Hemmann for Vice President Charles N Fowler for Congress Ernest R Ackerman for State Senate Carlton B Pugick Albert Kirntein Augustus W Ketivartz and others for Assembly Sheriffs mayors and boards of education are also named with Ward and district designations. The article discusses enforcement attitudes toward a local bishops law aimed at protecting minors from saloon access and the heated public debate over its enforcement.
The piece criticizes voters in Elizabeth handling Colline’s hostility to bishops and debates Martine as sheriff candidate. It argues about party loyalty, the candidate’s record, and asks whether Martine can act impartially with a strong hand if elected, warning of partisanship influencing law enforcement.
Revelations yesterday about brewery methods stirred strong concerns among Hess Het and local property owners. Citizens demand accountability and ponder how municipal governance will endure scrutiny, fearing consequences if missteps continue. The overarching question: can the city afford continued ties with Cor dine? The duty to decide grows as voters contemplate the impact on the town’s future.
A Lyceum Theatre talk assailed Judge Taft for his handling of the Toledo and Ann Arbor strike, alleging misuse of federal power and warning that a ruling could set a dangerous precedent. The speaker claimed Taft praised an opposing railroad and urged listeners to question the judge’s account of events.
The Journal presents arguments on the right to strike and union persuasion, noting workers may leave en masse to pressure employers while editors urge public judgment. The piece emphasizes balance among labor rights, property protection, and lawful restraint by courts and police.
The piece reviews Democratic currency policy and Bryan's stance, noting past platforms and the Denver platform’s call for emergency currency. It cites The Boston Transcript and The Transcript’s warned menace of relying on Bryan’s Treasury Secretary appointment, while criticizing Bryan’s finances as imprudent and predicting political weakness for Tryan amid farm value and Oklahoma constitutional stance.
Samuel J. Chappell of Jerney City, former Rosendale cement executive, writes to praise Ernest R. Ackerman. He recalls eighteen years of association, noting fair wages, safe workplaces, and stable policy. Chappell urges constituents to reelect Ackerman for honest, capable representation.
The piece notes Mr. Bryan distributing two personal political documents to sway votes. One sermon titled Prince of Peace targets religious and benevolent groups, praising Bryan as virtuous and altruistic. The other recounts his Vath visit and favorable views of Pius X aimed at Catholic voters. The American public is wary of perceived religious influence.
A satirical piece on a makeup artist’s pride in flawless work, noting how his perfection comes under stray mistakes during a marriage notice for Miss Goodles and Mr. Pron. It mocks ad copy and a two line “Coma removed without pain” notice as the next issue hints at reforms.
A.V. Calhoun of Victor leads Missouri honey production with 5000 pounds from the current flow and more expected this season. The Paris journal asks government to honor Wilbur Wright with the Legion of Honor for aerial navigation success. Mrs. Israel Zangwill visited President Roosevelt’s family amid praise for the Executive Mansion’s simplicity. Annie Mids of North Haven gave a notable speech as the sole woman speaker in her event.
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