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Newspaper
Long Branch Daily Record
Location
Long Branch, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1912
Page
8
The ad describes chemically tested wool suits that endure sun and rain for ten days, with minute fabric inspection and expert tailoring. If not satisfactory, money back. Spring suits priced 18 to 48 dollars. The retailers are Rogers Peet Company with three Manhattan stores at Broadway Warren Street 18th Street and 84th Street.
Governor Woodrow Wilson told a crowd of over 2,500 at Jersey City High School that unpledged delegates threaten Democratic control. He attacked boss influence in state politics, warned of privately owned delegates, and urged voters to support instructed delegates who align with the people. He defended his campaign, admitted mistakes, and vowed to keep fighting for fair play.
James E. Edgerton reflects on the 125th anniversary of the constitutional convention. He notes delays in initial attendance, the signing of the document by 39 delegates, the rarity of amendments, and the enduring strength and sacred regard for the U S Constitution as a framework for democracy and national growth. He praises the framers and recounts Franklin and Washington anecdotes, emphasizing the document’s historic resilience.
Sir Julius Charles Wernher aged sixty seven and worth about 75 million dollars died in London. Known as head of the De Beers Diamond syndicate he was linked to a major swindle involving 820000 from a supposed diamond maker. His son Derrick Julius faced bankruptcy and heavy debts from gambling and racing in Paris. The tale includes King Edward VII, a bogus arrest in Piccadilly, and a Paris affair with Henri Lemoine that ended in a six year Paris prison sentence.
In Indianapolis the term lady cops sparks a political moment as Mayor L. Shank agrees after a committee proposal from the Women’s Club to grant police powers to women volunteers. The plan envisions women serving the city at no cost, following a conference with Superintendent Hyland.
Sweden has installed water driven electric plants with a combined capacity of 67 007 horsepower. The Stopforeana waterfall was used to drive one of the largest plants in the system.
A fragmentary dialogue places a New York man in a Boston eatery where he asks for more food as Walter warns there may be none left when the man finishes. The exchange conveys a humorous, restless mood without additional context or background.
Dialogue captures stunned reactions as Effie is praised for her gown and Alfred remains in shock. The overheard exchange hints at social scrutiny and a surprising moment at a gathering.
A Baltimore American item highlights a heated exchange over promises and worldly goods, portraying a tense dispute between a man and a woman. The brief scene underscores questions of trust, social expectations, and possible financial stakes within a domestic conflict.
The Life Line indicates how long you will live and prompts wonder at palmistry. The piece notes life insurance companies paying attention to palm readings as a curious trend.
A terse dramatic fragment presents Patrice noting money as the motive for delaying. The exchange implies social tension and class motive within a brief, pointed dialogue.
A brief ad line urges readers to advertise in the Daily Iteecord, praising the dead and preserving the living through notices and announcements.
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