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Newspaper
Long Branch Daily Record
Location
Long Branch, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1914
Page
13
The Long Branch Daily Record lists subscription prices outside city limits with annual and short-term options and notes publication offices at 192 Broadway Long Branch New Jersey. It lists M Taylor Publishing Co as publisher and Chas L Edwards as secretary manager with a telephone contact.
A State House conference presided by the Governor will discuss protecting Sea Bright and other coast towns from sea encroachment. Topics include whether state or nation should aid and how, with emphasis on preserving the Ocean Highway and aiding Long Branch and nearby towns.
Colonel Goethals demands American warships to enforce neutrality in the Canal Zone and is confident of obtaining them promptly. Reports say British warships violated canal rules, requiring a display of force to compel compliance. Moral sanctions are useless in these circumstances.
The New York World mocks British censorship in its November 17 issue and cites a Times cable claiming UK and its dominions suppress the war news. It argues fairness to the public requires timely disclosure of fortunes of war and criticizes the censor for folly and imposed limits.
Opening prices of principal stocks on Saturday rose 1 to 26 points from July 30 closing, with one Western railroad slipping 1 point. Five stocks gained over ten points as a financial review says the domestic monetary situation is stronger than since the war began and continues to strengthen.
The Democratic Senatorial caucus in Tren ton unanimously selected Senator Charles O'Connor Hennessy as the minority leader for the upcoming legislative session. He is described as sincere, capable, courageous, eloquent, a strong writer, and a tireless worker, expected to be an effective force in the Senate.
The Newark News notes Sea Bright’s looming doom without stronger foundations and continuous bulkheads and jetties to resist the sea. Despite new bulkheads, storms wash away sands and threaten high value real estate, while advocates urge continued engineering and funding to protect the shore town.
The piece lauds the society for its long standing educational services and its sharp Russia description. It notes readers may be surprised by Russia’s vast size and share of global land and population. An editorial from the Asbury Park Press discusses a disingenuous defense. Carranza warns he won’t like U S troops returning fire at Naco.
Editorial notes the greatest wonder of today is the end of the war. It contrasts reactions of Republicans and Democrats and calls the Progressive vote a possible manna in the wilderness.
The New Jersey dispute over gas rate decisions sparks debate about judicial reform. The article cites Supreme Court justices, Court of Errors judges, and ties to public utilities, noting concerns about conflicts of interest and calls for reorganizing the system.
A long political clash described as the Court of Errors and Appeals weighing a major decision. The piece notes a three to three lay judge alignment and criticism of the administration, plus a call for an elective judiciary and recall of judges.
A compact aphorism notes that trifling mischief often stems from petty spite and vanity rather than grand greed or ambition, echoing a Durkee style warning about human folly.
The Ladies of the Long Branch Society for the Improvement of the Poor plan a Christmas party for Grand Theatre children on December 28 at 2 pm in Long Branch New Jersey. Donors include Kalon Castle Oceanic Fire Company Citizens National Bank Long Branch Banking Co Amerigo Vespucci Society and many local groups and individuals.
Trenton dispatch notes Republicans oppose abolition without a plan to use the patronage for party gain. The piece cites current Democratic control across twenty one boards and warns against creating new costly offices for party supporters. It mentions Governor Fielder’s influence in steering the abolition debate.
Wise parents pick toys with educational value to stimulate a child’s mind. Many such toys appeal to all ages and may tempt grandparents, with best store directions usually found in The Record advertising columns.
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