Young man convicted under new New Jersey drunk driving law
A socially prominent Trenton youth was convicted under the new mandatory imprisonment rule for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Police Judge Naar described the sentence as painful but necessary, noting the law eliminates fines and mandates confinement from thirty days to six months. The defendant was sent to the workhouse amid witness testimony of intoxication at the time of the crash.
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Trenton
Alsewhere
Naar
New Jersey
Needful accelerator in the White House debate
A column defends President Wilson against investigating committee calls to probe influence on tariff policy. It argues the President has broad rights to advise and persuade Congress and should be shielded from partisan harrying. The piece urges focusing on private-interest lobbyists rather than the White House.
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Townsend
Wilson
New* York Tribune
Washington
White House
Stokes Runs Behind Ticket Despite Strong Showing
The report notes Stokes polled over 86,000 in his race while trailing the top of the ticket by 28,000 and holding a plurality slightly over a third smaller. It recalls the 1910 Republican primary where Stokes narrowly beat Fowler for the Senate nomination by under 1,000 votes, 39,554 to Fowler’s 8,818 and Murphy’s 36,240, arguing he remains the strongest GOP option though records must be kept straight.
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Mr. Stokes
Stokes
Fowler
Murphy
Brooklyn Times Urges Active Civic Engagement by Women Voters
The Brooklyn Times argues that beyond granting suffrage, women must show they will use the ballot wisely and engage in public affairs. It urges suffragists to focus on educating new voters to foster broader adoption across states.
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Brooklyn Times
Illinois legislature enacts women suffrage amid criticism
A divided Illinois Legislature hurriedly passes a women suffrage law granting voting rights to 1.6 million women, many without English skills, without voter referendum. Critics call the move a display of dunderheadedness and lobby influence, noting loss of accountability and broad impact.
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Illinois
Tax Commission
Chicago
United States
Two pulmotors urged for Camden police and fire units
The Camden Post Telegram urges city officials to equip police and fire departments with pulmotors for emergency use. It notes two lives saved in one day and calls for public ambulances and fire chiefs’ cars to carry the device, which costs about 160 dollars. None exist in Long Branch or along the North Jersey coast.
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Camden
Pyblic Safety Department
Camden Post Telegram
Long Branch
North Jersey
No Slit Skirt Edict in Louisville and Other Notes
The piece critiques Louisville police proclaiming arrest for slit skirts as disorderly, argues prudery overreach, and rails against policing fashion. It cites a bizarre Senate election idea by Prof Daniels and notes June brings many brides, contrasting with nicer days.
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Louisville
Russia
Main Democratic currency debate and July Fourth thoughts
An editorial contrasts William G. McAdoo and William J. Bryan in currency reform, suggesting party unity hinges on agreement. It also notes the July Fourth dilemma for the average man, hinting at extending celebrations beyond the holiday.
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William G. McAdoo
New York
William J. Bryan
Nebraska
Washington Herald
Fielder Seen As Democratic Choice For Governor
The Camden Post Telegram reports a shift in political energy with Wittpenn stock down and Fielder stock rising. The governor grooms rivals with a vigorous campaign presence, while Katzenbach shows stagnation and a sharp push is expected.
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Wittpenn
Frank S. Katzenbach, Jr
Fielder
Wilson
New Jersey
Camden
Backing Up the Retailer Backing Up the Retailer
A manufacturer placing product in leading shops and aiding retailer ads in daily newspapers signals a worthwhile item and retailer trust. It shows enterprise in distribution and offers double insurance to the public as both manufacturer and dealer endorse the merchandise. The daily newspaper emerges as the most economical and effective channel for building direct demand through ads.
Caution on boating risks in warm weather
The piece warns readers that warm conditions tempt swimming and boating but fatalities rise from carelessness. It advises choosing rowboats over canoes, avoiding inexperienced sailing, and emphasizes safety training before any boating. It urges resort visitors to use common sense to reduce deaths this season.
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Jersey Journal
Gettysburg Reunion Draws Veterans From Across States
Veterans aged about seventy two arrive for July reunion on the battlefield site. Heat woes mount as physicians and a hospital stand by. Delegations progress from Indiana Montana Missouri Michigan Massachusetts join preparations for a historic gathering with cooks arriving to feed thousands.
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Dent Wilson
Gettysburg
Bine
Gray
Ace
8. M. Ralston
Indiana
Montana
Dakotas
Western States
Minnesota
Missouri
Michigan
Foss
Massachusetts
Rochester
N. Y
William H. Groescup
Genevm
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Bunket
NEW Jersey Mortgage & Trust CO
Long Branch, N. J
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Monmouth County
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