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Newspaper
Nutley Sun
Location
Nutley, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1911
Page
4
Nutley New Jersey weekly newspaper notes second class post office entry and Saturday publication. Subscriptions set at 1 50 yearly with office at Franklin and Vreeland Avenues and telephone 896 W. Readers urged to send communications with writer name for identification.
Subscribers leaving town for the summer may have the Nutney Sun mailed to an out-of-town address by notifying the office by mail or phone. No charge unless sent to foreign countries.
Papers diverge on James Nugent's fate as State Committee chair with some defending him and others questioning his departure. The discussion centers on Nugent nearly speaking candidly and Governor Wilson’s characterization as a veneered Democrat amid the controversy.
The Belleville Times suggests Reeves was not at fault for a recent loss as Belleville was outplayed. Ellison pitched superbly with strong support, while Nutley’s Saturday game showed potential against Essex County teams. Local officials discuss motor vehicle licensing and reciprocal rules amid New Jersey and neighboring states. County clerks from fifty counties met to interpret the German law ahead of fall primaries, with no clear consensus. Governor Wilson pledged to attend and share knowledge on the matter.
The speaker says nothing was revealed and clerks face trouble fulfilling duties while voters worry over franchise responsibilities. He criticizes Trenton legislation aimed at complicating voting and the German act seen as advancing that aim.
After a yearlong wait the Interstate Commerce Commission issued a decision on commuter fares. Most advances were upheld as justified, with only Pennsylvania Railroad rates deemed excessive and ordered lowered. The ruling centralizes control over commuter rates, sidelining the New Jersey Legislature and the state utility board.
The Camden Post Telegram notes Everett Colby’s return from Europe may reignite his role in Essex County politics. It warns of reform factions using funds for campaigns, hints at Progressive money tactics, and questions compliance with the new corrupt practices act as Morgan pursues the senatorial nomination.
A London Answers humorous exchange where a driver asks a pedestrian to hold the off horse, leading to a comic miscommunication about which horse is the off un. The pedestrian frets over the term as the driver insists, producing a playful misunderstanding about a horse described as the orphan.
Nutley argues for a commission system, stating two commissioners would share power and salaries with a mayor. He contends recalls and referenda keep accountability, claiming voters should decide on major issues and not be bound by the current law. August 1948.
The article contrasts the public’s limited influence under the Commission form with past Board of Education elections. It cites Senator George Sutherland’s speech on government by ballot, arguing initiative and recall are impractical and risk chaos, duplicating the old divide between fact and vision. The piece notesArizona references and applies the critique to New Jersey.
A playful exchange debates a man’s profession, confusing musician with composer. One side insists he writes melodies while the other clarifies he is a composer of heirs and sells soothing syrup.
Hillside Park Hippodrome announces a strong outdoor bill next week with Wild West acts vaudeville and horse racing alongside amenities like swimming, dancing, roller skating and a breeze swept grandstand. Proctor's Theatre Newark presents The Fourth Estate matinee August 7 featuring Joseph Medill Patterson and Harriet Ford in a Liebler & Co. production.
Passaic voted for the Commission form of government after extensive urging by Governor Wilson General Bird Spencer and reform advocates. Critics from Passaic claim the change was a sham by the old ruling group to block reforms asserting the shift concentrates power for a few to run the machine.
Rochester New York firm First National Nurseries seeks a local representative to handle this section. They report strong commercial ratings and a thousand acres in growing stock. Workers out of employment are urged to apply at once with a copy of this notice.
A petition signed by owners of at least one sixth of the land fronting the north side of Beech Street between Prospect and Bloomfield avenue in Nutley requests laying a cement sidewalk and curb. The town council will hear objections on Wednesday August 23 at 8:15 PM at Town Hall. all objections must be filed in writing with the Town Clerk.
Erecting seven to ten room houses in Nutley three prime sections within minutes of rail and trolley. Modern design heat sanitation and interior comforts with steam heat gas electric fixtures sanitary plumbing vacuum system and more. Prices from 4250 including land with easy payments and possession for moderate cash. Office opposite West Nutley Station open daily to show houses and new booklet with photos of 100 Nutley homes.
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