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Newspaper
Long Branch Daily Record
Location
Long Branch, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1913
Page
8
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James A Fdger ton profiles the famed orator Bryan as a tireless political force. The piece recalls his resilience from 1896 to 1912, notes his enduring public appeal, and describes Bryan’s personal magnetism and adept interactions with visitors and officials at the Willard for state business.
The piece recalls William Jennings Bryan as a three time presidential nominee stepping into the role of secretary of state. It notes mixed public views, potential diplomatic victories, and the historical context of the office. The column weighs Bryan’s past fights, hat change rumors, and the high expectations of his tenure amid Cuba Mexico Panama tolls and China reforms.
A sunken forest petrified and about thirty feet below the surface was found near Bakersville. State geologist estimates the forest is at least a thousand years old. Workmen digging for a four day mine reported strong odors. owner Warren Somers sent samples for analysis and learned the material is petrified wood.
Benjamin Haydon recounts tales of Richard Brinsley Sheridan's ruined finances and hollow vanity. A leg of mutton theft and a creditor encounter illustrate his widening debts and stubborn pride, ending with Sheridan slipping away in Pall Mall as the crowd closed in.
An essay extols neat appearance as a habit that earns respect and self regard. It argues against sloppy dress and favors diligent personal grooming, noting style is the dress of thoughts. It cites periodical quotes and references an 1817 poem as cultural context.
A collage of quick quips from rival papers shows playful barbs about domestic life and marriage. One tale recalls a maid mix up with a charmed husband, another notes a tongue inspection that cost $2, plus a poker sting of $5 as a doctor’s tongue tale, with brief exchanges about engagement.
Rev and Mrs Charles William Roe der spent the week with Mrs Roeder s mother in Essex Falls New York. Miss Danny Hence of Red Bank was a guest of Mrs Nellie Polhemus. Mrs Jacob K Dickinson and daughter returned from Osbornville Ocean County. Mrs Elizabeth French visiting Rev J Van Nest Ridgewood has returned home. Richard Lufburrow and William M Greenwood ill now convalescent. The Young Ladies Missionary Society met at the parsonage Friday afternoon. Dr Goodchild spoke briefly. Rev Dr George Clinton Bishop of New Jersey for the A M E Zion Church lectured Thursday night in Clinton Chapel on Save the Boys. Sunday service will feature Psalms sung by Jay W Hopping. Special services next Wed Thu Fri with music and pastor's address at each. Charles Irwin and family moved to Nut Swamp. Mr Irwin bought a team of horses from Luther Stapleton Red Bank. Hon Henry C Taylor leased his farm to Robert R Weeks of Bradleyw. Weeks moved there last week. John Holly and family moved from Charles Morford s farm to a farm at New Monmouth.
Dr R B Bennett and Dr William A Robinson hosted Practitioners Society of Hastern Monmouth at the Metropolitan Hotel Asbury Park Thursday night. A supper followed by a paper on jaundice by Dr Fehling of Atlantic Highlands, then social and professional discussion. Also present were Drs Beveridge Scott Taylor of Asbury Park Red Bank and Atlantic Highlands, plus Drs Field Wilson Ruhlman Rowland Shaw Campbell Slocum Nichols Haydens Farmingdale. In Red Bank A B Club elected officers including Miss Pearl Worden president Miss Alretta Sanborn vice president Miss Mary Boyd secretary Miss Margaret Skelly treasurer Miss Marie Skelly pianist. A social hour and refreshments followed.
A special Monday night meeting of the Monmouth Beach Borough Council will address procuring a fire engine. A Robinson Auto Combining Company representative is expected, with other attendees planned. Residents note local improvements including painting, fencing, grading, and sidewalk work as the season approaches.
The Presbyterian Church hosts two services tomorrow morning and evening. The morning service marks the centenary of renowned missionary traveler David, guiding thoughts across the Christian world. An evening musical service features several soloists, with a cordial welcome extended to all attendees.
The Ladies Auxiliary to the Atlantic Fire Engine Company met Tuesday night and decided to host a reception for the fire company on Thursday evening March 27. The event will be held at the Atlantics' headquarters in the Press building on Third Avenue. Officers elected include Mrs. Howard Davison as president, Mrs. John Lawley as secretary, and Mrs. William Whearity as treasurer.
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