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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1908
Page
4
The fragment outlines pricing and office locations for the Elizabeth Daily Journal, noting a five-cent paper and daily delivery, with notices including matters of respect and funeral cards. It references staff roles, advertising rates for various ad lengths, and association affiliations.
An editorial urges New Jersey voters to participate in the upcoming direct primary. It argues heavy turnout will prove the law’s value and curb boss control, while low participation would let politicians undermine the reform and diminish responsible, popular government. It warns voters against apathy and emphasizes patriotism in voting tomorrow.
The article argues that foreign and domestic policy, including the Philippines, open-door trade, naval strength, rail regulation, and Latin America ties, should continue under Republicans. It warns that a Bryan administration could derail reforms and scarcity of decisive action in emergencies. It frames Roosevelt as a stabilizing precedent in lawful, experienced leadership.
The direct primary law has forced candidates into public view, spurring numerous statements and debates. It highlights candidate positions, invites voter questions, and emphasizes active participation, with Tennessee figures Carmack and Patterson citing intense campaigning and public attention. Oil politics aside, the piece argues the law strengthens the people’s say in governance.
Editorials critique Dr Mravlay and Gen Collins while urging Republicans to unite behind Ri Cinsel for mayor as a stand for a clean lawful city. Letters from A Leach and W J Woob advocate transparency and bold stance on taxation forms and anti monopoly laws ahead of primary day.
A resident urges Eleventh ward voters to attend the primaries to nominate clean and true men, stressing the opportunity and responsibility of citizens to exercise their rights irrespective of party. William Trewin. Elizabeth, September 21.
A ragged traveler asks for charity at a back door saying he is hungry and seeking any work or a meal. The scene records a Chicago News snippet with a humorous verse about a hungry youth from Duluth and his untidy manners.
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