The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1890-06-15
ATTRACTIVE ASBURY PARK.
ONE or THE GHEI1hST or AMER
ICI,S SEASIDE RkSOR7S

Almost every ono knows something Of the
history OF Asbury Park. how 1t WIS evolved
from the primitive forest principally through
the efforts Of one man. aud how 1t has reached
its present proportions in less than score oil
years. Now that Asbury Park in some re-
speots 10 prominently the greatest seashore
resort in this country. faultfnders have
been measureably transformed into admir-
ing friends and benelclarles. There are
atiI hosts OF people. principally among
those who never visit the place. who
are fond Of dilatng on the restrictions"
imposed on the soJourner hut upon in
yestigaton It will sometimes bo found that
TO such tho word liberty means license. As an
of set to this GLASS there are many thousands
OF respectable people who rejoice In tho free
dom those very restrictions entail. The most
grievous In the estimation Of some Is the re-
striction OF the sale OF liquor When AsburY
Park became Incorporated it was the only
town on this continent whore in the
deeds the sale OF intoxicating liquor
was prohibited. and in consequence
many predicted tho failure Of the place ns
seaside resort. Since that time the anti liquor
clause is prominent In the deeds OF similar re-
sorts on the New Jersey coast TO tho dinl-
Guilty In obtaining intoxicating beverages is
due sense of security experienced AT this
unattended spend their evenings in the
Streets on the beach. or board walk without
tho slightest danger of being intimidated, and
children are as safe. it is buasted in any part
OF tho town rs at home. Would the same state
OF affairs exist the poople there ask. were
there a bur in every hotel and u plenty of
liquor saloons?
There is nc les rction upon any one taking
to the place a private supply OF liquors and
imbbng to his hearts content provided, as u
result. he does not become a nuisance to his
fellow beings.
Do you ever SEQ IL dtunken man around
here :" was asked stage driver.
well. not often was the reply; and If one
does put In an appearance no is disposed OF
90 quick there isn't half chance to get n look
at him."
The bathing restrictions also afford an OPP
portunity for the GROWER to growl During
the coming season these GROWERS will find
their chances to growl augmented. The
powers that be have issued u mandate to the
effect that no bather. male or female. shall
perambulate the thoroughfares in dripping
garments. Bathing masters will limit the use
Of hired suits to half an hour. The rule pro-
hibitinG the wearing of jersey suits will be
enforced and it Is requested that the beach
shall be vacated by 1880 p. NJ.
In regard to the attractions OF Asbury Park.
OF course the magnificent beach. which ia one
OF the safest in the country ranks first. Bath
ing masters are stationed in close proximity to
each other. SO that even the most venturesome
youth, who apparently delights in counting
death. TO say nothing OF making unlocking
friends rs miserable as possible. can hardly
drown himself. The ocean plaza, thirty feet
wide. which extends along the beach for more
than a mile, and is bordered with benches and
covered paVilions. is feature Of the place.
This walk has recently been wdened in places
TO seventy feet At all times a gay sight, it is
particularly SO in the evening. when the cleo
trio lights. or. better still. the moonlight shines
softly down upon fair faces and dainty toilets.
making scene Of Kaleidoscope beauty which
can scarcely be equalled. The orchestras at
intervals along the beach greatly enhance the
enjoyment OF the promenader.
A special charm about Asbury Park Is that IL |
one grows weary OF the ocean there are so
many other avenues for diversion. Take Deal
Lake. for instance. Where can one find a
row. to fish, 70 DRIFT with the tide. to be lazy or
romantic? 1t is bordered with a natural bit Of |
swing hammock. and can alternate rowing |
or fishing. with reading. sleeping. love-
making AS between a boat or u hammock for |
palm TO the hammock. Lovely quiet little Sum
set Lake; and the buster. but not less beautiful
from Ocean Grove each offers it, respective
attractions The latter is especially safe for
city for padding with the utmost safety and
even should mishap occur there are scores
OF strong hands ready for a rescue. Then there
are miles OF shady streets running at right an
giles TO the sea- which divide honors with tho
plank walk, There are hundreds Of stages and
carriages which can be summoned at any mo-
ment by the tired traveller and an electric
street car railroad circles the town.
The question is often asked whet her place
"
have adequate sewerage. The claim is made
by Asbury Park that 1t was the first seaside re,
perfect system Of drainage. Fifteen miles Of
street mains are in use. exclusive OF house
directly to and discharged into the ocean, The
oorouSh, Under - law paesed in 1850. erected
water works eostinS over $50 O92 and the water
he finest In the world. A long felt want will
be met this summer by tho opening OF
% Loeb Arbour," which will permit
p trains stepping on sunday. Heretofore
By, rail from Asbury lark IN that dav. and the
belated Saturday night traveller was either
obliged to forego the trip or else trayel by rail
hat point. The new station Is one OF the most
picturesque on the road. It's situated between
u Asbury Park, Another Improvement Is tho
Jew maeadamized Toad which runs from
, ,n River ~ 70 Deal through portions Of As.
'atly finished. This road will be highly APP
reclated by bicyclists equestri ans. and drivers.
md It is said that when completed il will rival
my drive In the world. The park never looked
more beautiful than at present. Hotels and
ottages alike are In summer dress, and rs
II ractlve as fresh paint and SOAP and water can
make them. big crowd is anticipated. Judg-
nR from the additions which have been made
o many OF the houses. Although e large num-
or OF visitors Is already on hand. including
ONE private cottagers, they seem but II sprink-
Ing In the town. 1 no pretty girl with brown
heeks and the aspiring youth In flannel cap
nd blazer are as yet conspicuous by their alb
ence. and what is Asbury Park or any other
esort without them Said an old resident. !
ubbing his hands,
Jus; wait week or EN- days and then give
= a call You won know the place"
For the past week several hundred solemn |
boxing mon. iol the most part dressed in black ,
oats and white nocktleS. have been seen at
mes pArolling, and evidently enjoying the
ynod'" It was explained, which was In session.
Do you know" continued the in dormant, |
when some of those men first came they
Iere pale and hagGard, with worried. anxious
IT. and walked with STOPPING shoulders
wing 70 the influence Of ocean air and plenty {
sunshine OF fellowship with men OF their
lnd ollabsence from wearisome parishioners. :
r perhaps Tor al of these reasons combined,
olow cheeks have begun TO I'LL out. bent ,
houldeTs 10 strhigntcu. and the cHreworn !
mes on many face have been smOothel out
y II by invisible hands"