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Newspaper
Long Branch Daily Record
Location
Long Branch, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1913
Page
5
Justice William Rice of Denver advises couples to marry later, arguing that those under twenty should not wed and that marriages of younger pairs often fail. He cites the wisdom of older generations, urges a year engagement and three years of planning, and warns that divorce has grown as a simpler option for modern couples.
Trenton July 29 State Motor Vehicle Commissioner Job H Lippincott sent a notice to police departments urging cooperation in speed law enforcement. The plan calls for speed traps reporting minor infractions, reporting serious violations for potential license revocation, and full use of state department resources. Also reports Boy Scout camping trip and Bernard Gorcey playing in Atlantic City.
London hosts the final Goodwood meeting with King George and Queen Mary among guests. Despite suffragette threats, crowds arrive from Brighton, Eastbourne, and London as police and detectives bolster ducal guards. Major races include the Stewards Cup with American and French entries, plus Richmond Stakes and Ham Stakes, while tomorrow and Thursday offer the Goodwood Plate and Cup events. In Washington, Prof. Charles S. Marvin is named chief of the Weather Bureau instrumental division, succeeding discharged William N. Moore.
The Progressives, now a legal party after surpassing five percent of the vote for Assembly, will elect a new State Committee at the September 23 primary. Under the Geran act the committee will have one member per county, reducing sizes and ending at-large posts. Essex county figures like former Governor John Franklin Fort may head the slate, with other counties naming candidates for governor and committee roles. Roy Taber, son of Health Inspector Edwin Taber, will star in Kiss Me Quick at Broadway Theatre next Friday.
The West End Fire Engine Company plans its annual dance and reception on August 14 at Ocean Park Casino. Firefighters have begun selling tickets and promise a successful event.
The big horse show opens tomorrow featuring galloways at catchweights and pony races from Wednesday and Thursday. Prizes include 50 and 20 dollar purses, the Patten trophy valued at 500 dollars for best gig horse, and special trophies from Shadow Lawn and Myron H. Oppenheim. Military entrants in chargers and jumpers will wear full dress uniforms, with mounts needing three months ownership. An entry list shows 420 entrants, down from 870 last year, as exhibitors and society from north Jersey coastal towns prepare with numerous boxes sold.
Delegates representing the Balkan states arrived in Bucharest for talks on peace. No decision yet on the issues to be considered, while fighting continues in the region.
Samuel T. Sleeper Camp Auxiliary No. 12 met last night then held a social for members only. Two new candidates, Miss Mildred Heyer and Miss Uraut, were introduced to the group.
A storm brings multiple incidents as lightning strikes several structures. A chimney and roof are damaged in a Morristown house, feathers burn from Mrs Morris hat, and smoke fills an upstairs room. A second cottage experiences minor fire in the cellar, and a car accident uproots a street pole after a dropped wire causes sparks. A yacht off Oceanic dodges serious harm. Boris Van Pelt and wife settle dispute in court.
A $6,000 auto owned by Mrs. David Lamar wife of the Wall Street figure was sold for $75 to satisfy a $248.51 judgment held by the Manchester Garage Company. Moses G. Bierman bought the car as the sole bidder, despite a telegram allegedly urging postponement. The sale followed a June 10 judgment in Justice Spiegelberg’s court and an execution order signed June 27. A deposit of about $51 was also seized from Marie Lamar.
Combined performances from Young Buffalo, Vernon Seaver Hippodrome, and Col Cummins Far East arrive in Long Branch on August 7. Headlined by Annie Oakley the Wild West section shows cowboys Indians and plains life. Hippodrome features spectacular ring turns and large group scenes. Far East segment adds eighteen tribes including Cingalese Japanese Chinese and Hindoo with ethnologic displays. Comedy acts like The Bounding Hayrack and The Dance of the Jungle are featured along with European novelties Taximeter and other acts requiring two trains for setup. The show bills itself as the show of surprises with extensive stock and performances.
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