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Newspaper
Long Branch Daily Record
Location
Long Branch, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1913
Page
7
An extended political opinion column discusses President Wilson's endorsements and the push for gubernatorial fusion in New Jersey. It critiques efforts to shift support despite Wilson’s past statements and questions the wisdom of backing Colby amid Republican resentments and Progressive rivalries.
The missive blasts Bryan for touring for money and likens Secretary to a circus horse rider. It notes Senator Tillman has ruined himself by lecturing for pay and that Blease refused Chautauqua offers to preserve gubernatorial dignity.
The Hudson County Democratic Executive Committee rescinded its April endorsement of another local candidate and now backs Governor Fielder. The Fielder boom has grown steadily since February aided by his ample availability. Officials say the race is effectively decided and will likely yield near unanimous support in November.
The city plans to fix defects in the Broadway pavement before final payment. Commissioner Woolley will insist on complete repair of ruts and base issues so the new surface is in perfect condition when contractors finish work.
A Camden County Republican Committee resolution urged unity with a give and take policy to oppose Democracy. Critics warn such a pact would betray principles especially on judicial recall and race between parties. The piece notes the era’s cigarette to cigar shift among London women and the gender equalisation trend.
A remark questions if a widespread falsification scare, labeled a yellow journal epidemic, signals extraordinary events. It notes no Democrat is currently caught in the Mulhall muck, and suggests ongoing scrutiny of political reporting.
A Washington Post editorial cites that tight skirts distract workers and cause crashes, suggesting safety concerns amid rail transportation. The piece references the public’s fascination with fashion and warns of risks to laborers and bystanders in busy lines and station areas.
A nostalgic verse from Tit-Bits brims with whimsy about the Inn at the Sign of the Smile. It invites readers to rest from life’s troubles, share laughter, forget years, and linger in a joyous, rollicking haven where care is banished and mirth reigns in verses of merry hospitality.
In a crowded car a sober man and a young companion discuss a newspaper note about many millionaires slated for court in London. They joke some will go to jail while others face court, amid chatter in aTwice a Month Popular style.
The text notes that explorers and mountain climbers encounter both danger and discomfort in high places. It mentions the possibility of meeting a highwayman but also suggests a scientist on exploration work. Amateurs along the Pacific slope form groups recognizing the need for facial protection against snow scald.
A German physician outlines a revolutionary method to correct poor vision using telescope spectacles. The device combines a convex objective with a concave eyepiece and must be carefully fitted to each wearer to improve distance vision.
Venice California police arrest a man named Bours after he shaved his seventeen year old bride’s hair in a jealous rage. He overpowered her and used lather and a razor until her head looked like a billiard ball. The excerpt blends notorious quotes and literary lines from Smart Set and Robert Burton.
The Eatontown Hook and Ladder Company will hold its third annual fair in Broad Street vacant lot opposite Snyderly Hotel from July 26 through August 3. A 16 member committee runs the event in a large tent with booths selling fancy articles. Articles will be sold on a cooperative basis and dancing occurs nightly on a temporary platform with a five piece Long Branch orchestra. The fire company was organized in 1888 with eight charter members and now has forty.
Fifty years ago on July 19 Morgan's raiding cavalry crossed the Ohio river but were pursued by Federal forces led by Hobson. After stiff resistance 120 of Morgan's men were killed or wounded as 700 surrendered or fled toward the West Virginia shore. Twenty five years ago today German Emperor William II and Tsar Alexander III met in Saint Petersburg for a political conference.
A. L. Ivins of Red Bank returns from Wilmington Del where he attended a handicap event. He shows poor form and blames luck after an 82 out of 100. Five shooters tied for first at 96 with A D Cooper winning the club title.
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