The Cabinet and President Wilson's Control
A 1918 column analyzes President Wilson's Cabinet, comparing it with Taft's appointees. It argues the Cabinet lacks constitutional role, emphasizes Wilson's leadership, and asserts the President will dominate and guide its harmony and policy execution.
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Wilson
Suffragists Challenged by Rough Public Life
The piece argues suffragette parades expose the folly of women stepping into politics, urging caution and noting the public’s rough treatment. It critiques the Long Branch Red Bank trolley for poor service and outdated equipment, urging the Public Utility Commission to push for improvements to attract riders and improve fares.
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Long Branch
Red Bank
Public Utility Commission
Asbury Park
Newark
Progressive leadership shapes a reconciled Senate
The article notes Martin withdraws from Democratic leadership contention in the reorganized Senate. Kern is slated to be chosen while Martin, though capable, favors a conservative stance to prevent party friction and promote harmony under progressive leadership. It applauds Republicans for resisting wave of reaction. It discusses the Webb liquor transportation veto and a broadened override vote, criticizing the unconstitutional aiming to police interstate commerce via state prohibitions. It argues for a truly dry state policy without depriving residents of drinking facilities.
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Ora
United States
Renato
Martin
Virginia
Kern
Senate
Anon Poem Fragment on Life Death and Light
A fragmentary verse contemplates Life or Death and the desire for light. The speaker questions love and faithfulness in darkness and ends with a solitary plea for illumination.
President but the thirteen means bad luck for other parties
A compact political note argues that a thirteen term presidency signals trouble for rival parties. It frames the outcome as a political omen impacting opposition fortunes and public perception.
Taft Era Trust Prosecution and Wickersham Record
The New York World notes Attorney General Wickersham shifted from doubts about the Sherman Act to praise for using it as a weapon against monopolies. The piece says his record is a bright Taft achievement, while urging that competition restoration remains lacking and prices have not fallen. It calls for a more adequate remedy.
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New York World
Taft
Wickersham
The Pross and Notable Quotes From The Era
Editorial snippets discuss passing habits and social quirks. A New York World note questions moral views on informing and women voters. The piece recounts James Purcell’s descent into crime and his killing of his wife and daughter amid a police system critique.
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James Purcell
Purcell
New York World
Inauguration Fever Across the Nation Fueled by Wilson
John P. Fallon notes widespread coverage of Governor Wilson's presidential inauguration as millions follow the ceremony. He contrasts modern rapid news with the stagecoach era and highlights The Record's nightly audience and its ads offering opportunities.
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United States
Washington
Wilson
Passage of branch courthouse bill urged by Speaker Taylor
Speaker Taylor, facing pressure to veto, chose to support the branch courthouse bill to let the people decide via referendum next November. The move reflects a faithful representation of constituents and highlights a lean cabinet with minimal racial identifiers among ten members, noting Wison as the thirteenth Democrat.
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Taylor
Press and Presidents: Journalists as Public Interpreters
In 1902 Emperor William notes press rank with generals and President Taft hosts Washington correspondents. The piece argues journalists shape public opinion, convey the president’s side, and balance independence with service, while warning of risks from access to power.
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William
United States
Taft
Washington
Partizan
Congress
Fornandor
Boston Christian Science Monitor
Alpine hospice buried in 4p avalanche
Fifty years ago today on March 5 a St Bernard hospice in the Alps was buried by a four foot avalanche. The event marks a major disaster remembered by local archives and historic chronologies.
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St. Bernard
Red Bank Church News Notes and Local Meetings
Local church groups announce meetings in coming days including W C T U at Mrs James H Sickles Mechanic Street Ushers Union at First Methodist Church and Queen Esther Circle Friday afternoon A Baptist Society gathering with Mrs Benjamin H Ford and junior societies at First Baptist Also travel notices for residents Mrs S W Hendrickson and Miss Alice Hendrickson sail to Mobile and Bermuda students plan trips.
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Ushers’ Union
First Methodist Church
Campbell
Queen Esther
Woman's Missionary Society of the
First Baptist Church
Benjamin H. Ford
East Front Street
Philathea Society
Mary, Mount
Maple Avenue
Society of the First’ Baptist Church
Ladies’ Vestry Society of
Trinity, Episcopal Church
W. Hendrickson
Alice E. Hendrickson
Deal
Benjamin Woolley
Mallory Line
Mobile
Ala
Tampa
Fla
St. Petersburg
Z. A. Kingsland
Alice Woolley
Royal Mail
Ottawa
Bermuda
Greenwich Observatory and the 1475 royal founding
The Greenwich Observatory began in 1475 under King Charles I to aid sailors with astronomical observations. Its history links chronology and practical astronomy, its work and standards becoming distinctly international as the Greenwich meridian now marks the world’s longitude.
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Charles 1
England
Royal Observatory
Greenwich
Greenywich
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