New York Times Publication Note From 1908 Issue
This archival notice from The New York Times dated April 24, 1908 outlines publication details including the publisher Adolph Ochs, office address Times Square, and postage rates for New York and surrounding areas.
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Times-Square
New York City
Bryant
New York
Publication rates and office addresses for major cities
The notice lists New York Times offices in New York Philadelphia London and Paris, subscription rates for daily, weekly, and Sunday editions, and international pricing terms including Canada and foreign country rates. It outlines per week and per year costs and emphasizes paid postae.
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Demagoguery and labor rights in the Gompers Low debate
The piece debates demagogue labels, organized labor, and Gompers versus Low on labor’s rights. It cites the Danbury hatters case, distinguishing voluntary worker associations from union coercion and asking who truly stands for liberty—the capitalists or the union.
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Danbury Hatters
Supreme Court
Organized Labor
Gov Houges on Five-cent Fare Bill And Public Service Board
The governor notes the five cent fare bill for the Brooklyn Rapid Transit line and outlines his plan for independent inquiry through a state public service body. He cites the Public Service Commissions law as the proper mechanism to review fares and prevent confiscation while ensuring a just, expert analysis.
Missionaries and Occidental Powers in Natives Lands
Two statesmen Tarr and Bryce discuss missionaries with praise for their virtue and blame on Western colonizers. They urge civilized governments to curb their nationals abroad to protect native peoples, noting a growing spirit of restraint in Occidental policy.
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Jartt
Philippines
Europe
Five-Cent Fare Bill Sparks Public Outcry and Debate
The Brooklyn Rapid Transit lines face a maximum five cent fare order, with authority to file complaints and scrutinize books. Proponents say the bill responds to popular demand, while critics warn of riot risk and repeat of past unrest if the commission lacks reasoned review.
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Brooklyn Rapid Transit
Calse
Gov. Hughes
Legislature Ends Session In Deadlock With Governor
The State Legislature closes its session in dispute with Governor Hughes. It passed reform bills on highway, fish and game, and military laws, and enacted the Anti Tuberculosis act, aliens investigation, and banking measures. New York City gains subway access via the Robinson bill, while several preferred items were defeated or vetoed.
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New York City
Bureau of Municipal Research
Legislative Commission
Coney Island
Mersure
Hocues
Keasey
Unchristian motives in justice for Filipinos noted
The text contrasts Mr T s efforts to seek Filipino justice with unchristian motives among West Coast beet sugar planters and Connecticut tobacco growers. It cites British government struggles with opium control, and notes Tarr and Bryce acting as missionaries preaching reciprocity to their own people.
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Mr. T'rt
West
Connecticut Valley
Messrs. Tarr
Bryce
Patti's Enduring Fame Defies Farewell Tour Irony
The piece notes Mme Ad e Elina Patty has issued farewell tours before and endured. It argues genuine talent sustains a world wide reputation despite cynics. It emphasizes Patti's continued singing, defying calls to retire and mocks critics who say she declines with age.
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Mme
Adeelina Patty
Mme. Parrt
Patti
Patri
The Briarcliff Motor Car Race Awakens Mixed Feelings
The eve of the Briarcliff race stirs mixed nerves amid safety concerns and guarded optimism. A 1000 National Guardsmen patrol the course to ensure a clear path for contestants while spectators mass along the route. Strong drivers and cars promise an exceptional contest though some fear waning public interest in racing.
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New York
Weybridge
England
Matteawan inmate to be moved amid public interest
The public watches closely as authorities seek to transport an insane inmate from Matteawan who has killed once and is deemed incurably dangerous. The case concerns the family, their lawyers, and the broader community due to the risk of further homicides if he escapes.
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Matteawan
Topical Lessons for Journalists From Mr Bryan
An address to auditors discusses journalism ethics and political independence in the American press. William Jennings Bryan praises the trend toward independence while offering cautions and suggestions drawn from his broad career across fields.
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Bryan
Independence and neutrality in journalism debated by Bryan
A dated editorial argues that true independence is incompatible with neutrality and critiques William Jennings Bryan for proposing a double barreled paper. It contends editors must hold opinions, while signed editorials reveal individual views, not mere impulse. The piece also discusses pier extensions on the North River and regional maritime interests.
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Bryan
Brynx
Mir Bryan
West not laced up the back letter urges distant travel
A New York Times editor cites J B Fish and a friend misunderstanding U S travel by trolley. He urges Western trips by steam rail to reveal vast plains deserts and mountains beyond suburban trolley lines and promotes seeing New York. He describes Idaho stage coach journeys and compares Alps unfavorably to western scenery.
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United States
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San Francisco
Denver
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Idaho
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Mr Lamptons New Role Critique in The Times
A letter from Trawam Ward of New York, dated April 83, 190s, congratulates The Times for Mr Lampton and mocks the humor of his baseball reporting. He notes forty one years as a baseball fan and hopes readers enjoy the season while William is encouraged not to grump his voice.
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New York Times
New York
Old Baseball Nines Challenge First Professional Nine Claim
A New York Times reader letter disputes editorial claims on the first professional baseball club. The writer cites 1860s Cincinnati Buckeye and Reds teams, mentions players Hatfield Wright Brainard Gould Leonard Waterman and others, and notes prior West tours by Washington Nationals and early clubs across the Northeast.
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Gould
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Irvingtons
New Jersey
Waytakers
Troy
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Olympics
Athleics
Thiladelphia
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Hasbeen
Griselda and the modern moral test in early 1908 letters
Walter Beverley Crane of New York comments on Griselda as a model for modern wives, contrasting her portrayal with a New Yorker ideal and referencing Rev Doolittle Dunny Kins. Francis Gottsberger of New York argues for gold standard pricing and the pound of gold as a unit of value, urging repeal of the Legal Tender Act.
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Doolittle Dunny
Kins
New York Times
William T. Ames
United States
Francis Gottsberger
New York
Labor Bureau Urged to Aid Unemployed in City
J J Hy Martin of White Lake Michigan writes April 21 1908 urging creation of a labor bureau or commission to distribute unemployed workers to places where needed. He notes you cannot hire a laborer locally despite abundant work and suggests relief for the city if the idea is serious.
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New York Times
Buncombe
j . _ J. Hy MARTIN
White Lake
Old Textile Auction Draws Collectors To American Art Galleries
The Vitali Benguiat collection of antique textiles and tapestries opened at the American Art Galleries with 259 pieces sold for 6028 dollars. Top prices included a Louis XII period Genoese portière bought for 150 dollars and a Louis Quatorze ecclesiastical banner at 105 dollars. The sale continues this afternoon and tomorrow with buyers noting rarity and global demand.
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Ie Vitali Benguiat
John E.parsonus
Jardiniére
C. B. Alexander
Arthur Scribner
Erskine Hewitt
Alexander Merton
W. A.W. Stewart
C.S. Crocker
Edson Bradley
America
Finest Tavshanjian Rug Sale at Fifth Avenue Galleries
The Tavshanjian collection rugs go on sale at Fifth Avenue Art Galleries with yesterday's returns totaling 24455 and two day total 41213. A Mashed carpet sold to P Collier for 770 and another to A B Stillwell for 980. M Blackmur of the Hotel Renaissance paid 850 for a Persian silk palace carpet. The sale concludes Saturday afternoon.
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Tavshanjian
Fifth Avenue
P. Collier
A. B. Stillwell
M. Blackmur
Renaissance
De Pachmann Opens Encore Challenge at Charity Benefit
Vladimir de Pachmann the pianist pledges to give as many encores as the audience demands at a United Hebrew Charities benefit Sunday night at the Metropolitan Opera House. He vows to see who tires first as he closes the program. Mme Gadski Maur Powell May Mukle Estelle Liebling and Mabel Taliaferro with her company also appear.
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Vladimir de Pachmann
Chopinzee
United Hebrew Charities
Metropolitan Opera House
Mme. Gadski
Maur .Powell
May Mukle
Estelle Liebling
Mabel Taliaferro
Roof Garden intermission announced for Italian Opera season
The Italian Opera Company at the American Theatre will admit patrons to a roof garden between acts during the season opening May 4. The first week’s repertoire includes Aida Lucie Duetto and Rigoletto with Faust and Traviata on selected days and a matinée for Traviata at special prices.
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Faust
Salome Delights Salome in New York Arrival Report
Salome Delighted her audience aboard the Slavonia as Clara Louise Kellogg arrives with her husband Carl Strakosch in New York. She recalls Rome performances and praises Gemma Rebinconi and Mine. Bellini, noting the music eases moral doubts. An old New Yorker cites Jay family views on Gov. Hughes.
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Clara Louise Kellogg
New York
Slavonia
Carl Strakosch
Rome
Ami
Bellineioni
Miss Garden
Lovers in the Sky An Ode to Celestial Watchdogs
The poem portrays Jupiter and Venus in a vast heavenscape as a canine guardian narrator, a Canis Major figure, lamenting intrusion upon their lovers' solitude. A starry dialogue unfolds about cosmic distance, shared glory, and the delicate balance of watching without being seen.
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M. BE. Buhler
Ex-President Cleveland III Not in Danger Wife Issues Bulletin
Dr. Bryant attends ex president at Lakewood Hotel where Cleveland shows improved health. Mrs Cleveland issues statement, no immediate danger, while public updates note he rests in bed with periodic medical supervision.
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MR. Cleveland III
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N. J
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Standard Oil Suit Challenge Seeks Moderate Fine Reduction
A Chicago filing questions the 29 240 000 penalty against Standard Oil of Indiana by Judge Landis. The brief argues the proposed punishment would strip profits rather than liberty, contending the rate and conspiracy claims are overstated while referencing the Interstate Commerce Commission and corporate earnings.
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Chicago
Standard Oil Company of Intiana
Judes KM. Landis
United States
Sima
Felinavsh E
Alan Washelio
Standard OW
Alton
Miss Leary Starts Catholic Order Here
Miss Annie Leary named Papal Countess by Pope Leo XIII establishes the order for the charity in this country. The first mass is planned for May 2 at the mission house established by Miss Leary on Imerston Street.
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Miss Leary
Annie Leary
Tate
Leo
Gustav Mahler Falls on Kaiserin Victoria Voyage
Gustav Mahler, famed for revivals of Fidelio and Don Giovanni at the Metropolitan Opera, suffered a failure yesterday on the Kaiserin pasvete Victoria voyage. He will return in the abal.
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Gustav Mahler
Metropolitan Opera House
Pianist Julian Pascal Delights Plaza Recital
Julian Pascal gave a recital at the Plaza last night with soprano Mrs. I. S. Elliot. The audience gave the pianist enthusiastic praise as he performed Chopin Rubinstein and Liszt plus some of his own compositions.
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Julian Pascal
the Plaza
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