Long Branch Christmas Fund Appeals and Civic Debate
In Long Branch the Christmas fund is proceeding slowly as poor children face cold, hunger, and sickness. The Poor Society appeals for generous donations to ease winter distress while Rev. Edward P. Murphy critiques socialism and reform in America. The piece also cites Mayor Edward Kenn’s tax benefits and Asbury Park's city salaries highlighting potential savings under a commission system.
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Mexico’s Fifth 1914 President Named Amid Turmoil
Dr. Miguel Silva is slated to be Mexico’s next president as Villa and Zepata back him to replace Gutierrez. He would be the fifth president this year, with Hue rta Carbajal Carranza Gutierrez and Silva named in rapid succession. The article notes ongoing government turnover and hints at cautious optimism despite the tense state of affairs.
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Road contractors face Senate testing in Bergen probe
A Bergen road contracts dispute heats up as the Joint Appropriations Committee prepares to question contractors under Senate President Stacum. State inspector Henry Van Buskirk testified, and lawmakers led by Senator Hennessy press a compelling case of public interest and accountability.
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Weather Threat Looms as Storm Brings Uncertain Turn
The report warns of a severe storm with heavy rain possibly turning to snow. Temperatures could drop ten to fifteen degrees, creating dangerous conditions. Interviews capture officials urging caution as the forecast remains unsettled and potentially hazardous.
Editorial Montage on Navy Song and Moral Quandaries
A collection of editorial snippets critiques naval morale, politics, and ethics. It references Josephus Daniels, naval singings, and a Boston Transcript quip about elections, plus a discussion of inoculating an Auburn convict with cancer germs for science and the moral stakes involved.
Reflective Verse on Death and Life By Julian 8 Cutler
The excerpt contrasts society accepting state execution and risk in war with reluctance to allow voluntary death or early release. It mulls social scruples beyond law, then shifts to a verse about growth and creation showing even nature and life’s miracles surpass human power. The tone resembles a public page of reflections.
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N. Y. World
Thoughts Worth Reading From South Quote
A brief quotation highlights the link between a generous heart and tenderness, noting true greatness includes compassion.
Weather Report Indicating Rain and North Gale For Long Branch
United States Weather Bureau reports rain tonight and a cloudy day with north gale in Long Branch and vicinity. Current data show sea level barometer around 2.90 at 8 am, temperatures near 37 F, humidity around 91 percent, and 24 hour precipitation of .87 inches. Storm warnings continue along the Atlantic Coast from Cane Hatteras to Kelletport with northeast gales shifting to northwest tonight.
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Wealthy Lakewood woman killed by speeding auto in New York
An elderly Miss E C Moore of Lakewood New Jersey identified the victim as Miss Foote a winter resident of the Martha Washington hotel. She was about fifty five years old a chess club president and wealth holder. The automobile sped east on Fifty ninth street and struck her as she crossed. No witnesses but bystanders saw a fast moving car rush down Seventh Avenue. The body lay fifteen feet south of the crossing. The driver fled the scene leaving the upscale jewelry on the victim. The storm shield umbrella and a crushed umbrella indicated she did not see the car. The police mounted a search for the auto.
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