The Mount Holly news. [volume] (Mount Holly, Burlington Co., N.J.) 1891-1942, 1906-10-02

rOh OOhONEh,
BARCLAY G. SEEDS,
OF PEMBERToN TOWNSHIP.
RATHER hard to kick a man when he Is
down, but the Nesoayk Mems takes Kick
at George L. Record. 1t says that the
Colby crowd was defeated through three
causes, one of which was the milestone In
the shape of Record, whom 1t scores thus:
1.-THE third factor which led to the de-
feat of reform was George L. Record
While conceding to Mr.. Record all the
ability, all the integrity, all the qualities
of craftsmanship and all the honest zeal in
the cause of reform that any of his warm
est admirers can reasonably claim for him,
1t is nevertheless true that his candidacy
for United States Senator was milestone
about the neck of reform. His nomina-
tion by Senator Colby. very early In the
campaign, fell as wet blanket upon the
movement It is true that Mr.. Record s
speeches, wherever he went, commanded
respectful hearing, were convincing of the
need of reform, gave evidence of his un-
usual ability and gave the people informa-
ton which they recognized as of immense
political value, but they did not win him
personal popularity. He did not impress his
hearers as the man they desired to send to
the United States Senate. Not that he
did not have warm friends and Jealous adj
vocates in some sections where his candi-
dacy was made direct issue, but that he
could not, even by his presence and his
eloquence, remove popular prejudice
which was manifest from the very begin
ming of his campaign. There were other
and minor causes which resulted in the
setback of reform, but money, the bishops
bill and Mr.. Record did more than all the
rest combined.
ANY QUANTITY of good work was done
In political circles last week. The people
at the primary elections showed plainly
and emphatically that they did not need
any outsiders coming into this section and
giving them new ideas" the main ones
being the advancement of some who ex-
pressing themselves tired of what they
termed "bossism, wanted to get into a
position where they could do a little of the
debating themselves, By very decisive
vote the people declared themselves per-
fectly satisfied with the present admins
tration. On Saturday this decision was
emphasized by the nomination of Hon
Samuel K. Robbins as the Republican
candidate for State Senator. This was
unanimous and all that was required at the
convention was the roll call, to secure the
endorsement necessary to meet the law
Mr.. Robbins has reason to feel proud Of
this advancement. No letter or speech
could more effectually answer the inuen
does and slurs of the Colbyites and theil
slim following than the tibute paid hin
on Saturday. The manner In which thu
nomination was handed him is conclusiv,
evidence of the confidence and esteem il
which he is held by the people of thil
county and their hearty endorsement o.
his legislative career The action of Sat
urday's gathering will be ratified mex
month by large vote.
The denomination Of Assemblymar
John B. Trick was another example of tn,
satisfaction the people have for that Off
Gals acts at Trenton. He has been faith
full to to his trusts and he deserved tn,
honor conferred upon him.
The new aspirant for legislative honor
is Griffith w. Lewis, of Burlington. IL
is well known all over the county, havin,
beed engaged in manufacturing bushes
In Burlington for number of years. Ii
is admirably qualified to represent tn
county at Trenton.l
The contest over the Office of Surrogat,
created the most interest and everybod,
appears to be satisfied with the result
William p. Lippincott, the successful can
didate, is well known all over the count,
as man who is perfectly qualified TO
the position he seeks. Several times b,
has asked for the prize which has jus
been handed him. Not being the choic,
Of his party at other times made no diff
ference to him in his support of the tickle
and he worked with a will for the maj
who beat him, as well as for the entir,
ticket. For his worth. his fealty to BIZ
party and its nominees, he has now beer
rewarded and there is general satisfaction
over the fact, ANY other move at thi
particular time would not have been near
ly so popular as the nomination of Mr.
Lippincott. His name will add grea
strength TO the ticket.
William w. Worrell is again the candi
date for Auditor. He had an inclination
to withdraw from the race earlier In tn
season, but consented TO again serve tn
people after being solicited by larg
number of taxpayers to again be the guar
dian of the treasury His record is suffi
cient recommendation for him.
Barclay G. Seeds, Pemberton farmer
is the nominee for Corner.
The above ticket is one of the stronges
ever put up for the sutfrages of the PEG
pie of Burlington County. There is not
candidate for whom the slightest apolog,
Is needed. From all sides words of prais
are heard for the work of the conventions
and everybody seems to be of the opinion
that no better selections could have BEEF
made.