Political chess and New Jersey race talk in a wartime column
A long Washington Star style political column discusses Jersey politics and national figures. It mentions Senator and House debates on literacy and voting, Governor Wilken’s return, and potential party realignments led by Smith Nugent forces plus Katzenbach and other local figures. The piece frames looming gubernatorial candidates and the push for influence over appointments and the Panama Canal issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilken
Taylor Shanker
Ung
Fatzenbach
Wilson
Callea
New Jersey
Smith-Nukent
Faelon
John
Jury panel shortcomings spark courtroom outrage
A scathing critique describes the jury panel as unfit, noting members lack mentality and suitability. The piece questions selection norms and portrays disgust at perceived biases while hinting at systemic flaws in the courtroom process.
Trains Too Fast 1914 Rail Safety Concerns
A historical rail safety lament questions speed limits on American railways. The author cites 1880s and early 1900s equipment, noting huge locomotives and heavy tenders, and compares slower past travel times with modern high velocity trains. The piece criticizes management and rail conditions contributing to frequent wrecks.
Speeds and steam rail safety in a 1912 letter to the editor
Charles W. Ward of Mompton, Nebr asks if the drive for faster trains can be tempered. He cites figures from the 86th annual report of the Bar wead Commission noting 418 passenger deaths and 16,386 injuries in the year ending last Tung. He quotes engineer Thomas Stevenson and questions if 75 to 90 miles per hour is prudent for a wise man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Itabere Stephenson
Halle
London
Morty Miles
Charles W. Ward
Mompton
QUITE & MESSINGER STORE DAMAGED AD PROMOTING SALE
An OCR fragment advertises QUITE & MESSINGER at 220 Northampton Street detailing clothing stock including sweaters overcoats and suits. It boasts the largest selection for men boys and children and urges early shopping before Christmas with phrases about price and value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SU Quite & Messinger
Qilrl & Morssnger Clothing
Eastan
Parcel post rates undercut express service in short distances
A historic note explains parcel post will lower prices for shipments under fifty miles and up to five pounds, with 40 cents for a four to five pound inland package, compared to express rates. Savings extend to longer distances for lighter weights, while heavier packages may see less advantage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ifty Miles
Pastofice
Philadelphia
Interstate Commerce Commission
Narcels Post and
Lewisburg resident praises Bleckie Bitters for cures
A letter from C. ader of Lewisburg extols Bleckie Bitters for relief from stomach trouble rheumatism dyspepsia indigestion jaundice and kidney pols causing rheumatism. The writer claims nearly ten years of suffering ended and touts the product as safe with a 60 cent price at Tanking Meeker's.
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Nadie
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