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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1908
Page
4
The text lists subscription prices for The New York Times in Greater New York Jersey City and Newark with various rates for daily weekly Sunday and yearly access. It notes mail postages and a foreign country surcharge for Canada and foreign editions with monthly additions.
The item notes a twelve page and section devoted to reviews of books in the Times. It promotes daily and Sunday editions mailed nationwide with monthly rates and directs readers to the Publication Office for orders.
The piece critiques Taft and Tarr over the Denver platform pledge that judicial proceedings be impartial and that injunctions not issue in labor disputes unless applicable otherwise. It questions whether Bryan can clarify the plank’s meaning and hints at the political stakes in exposing alleged Republican ignorance and court bias.
An extensive list of steamship managers petitions railways serving New York to cut grain rates to about 4 cents to draw cargo from Canadian ports. They argue the city bears the loss while railways face higher costs and taxes, claiming lower rates could revive traffic. The railways counter that rate changes would disrupt related rates and harm overall operations.
In a reply to Mr. VAN Creave the subject’s discussion sparks debate over misrepresentation and political viability, with observers assessing whether the stance can carry Vermont.
The article celebrates German resolve after the Echterdingen disaster and a swift government grant of 125000 dollars plus 500000 in private subscriptions for a new dirigible. It lauds Emperor Wilhelm II for linking scientific progress to national destiny and cites Garse's prophecy of German influence on world regeneration.
The passage argues that corporate disqualification arises from tax burdens and terminal charges rather than railway rates. It notes dock rentals and escalating costs below the Harlem River render New York the most expensive and inconvenient port for business.
A contemporary argues against linking transfer losses to railway embarrassment. It notes annual losses of 10,000,000 from statutory burdens could not have been foreseen and would aid solvency if available. It asserts those with transfer privileges were not at fault and suffered as lawmakers changed policies.
The article reports Mr. Tart addressing the Virginia Bar Association on law's delay. He cites bias toward wealthy litigants, proposes non radical but practical reforms: streamlined procedure, prompt judges, limited appeals, salary replacing fees, arbitration, and fewer jury trials. He stresses higher judge qualifications and bar opinion education to foster change.
German statistics show the United States has the most telegraph mileage at 1,155,480 miles, while the United Kingdom leads in messages with 94 million. The U S faces high costs at 42 cents per message, compared with 16 in the UK, 15 in Germany, and 12 in France, with U S receipts near 27.99 million dollars.
The article compares telegraph services across France and other nations, noting government operation in connection with the Post Office. It highlights Germany as more prompt and accurate, with rates about 12 cents for ten words and 1.19 cents per added word, and an average message length of thirteen words.
The piece argues that a strict line between social betting and bookmakers is legally sound, applauding Justice Gaynor for clarifying distinctions. It then links European reactions to Russia and Cuba’s outbreaks, suggesting cholera and yellow fever shape political pressure. It ends with hazing at West Point, urging accountability and personal choice against abuse.
The text describes rapid events impacting the hazer while ant collectors obey dreadful orders in silence. It suggests their silence stems from a belief that stopping the evil was not prompted, leaving them at fault and perhaps sympathetic to the system they endured as sufferers for the time being.
A. M. Wood of Bay Shore L I writes The New York Times urging a federal highway law. He calls for a rule requiring drivers to stop look and listen before crossing a railroad at grade with severe penalties for violations.
Edgar Mayhew Bacon writes from Tarrytown New York August 5 1908 urging the renomination of Governor Hughes. He argues independents and Republicans favor Hughes as the only candidate likely to carry New York in the gubernatorial race and denounces party machine opposition while praising the governor as sane trustworthy and representative of the people.
A Malone New York letter from August 5, 1908 reports long-time Republican voters loyal to anti Hughes line who say they will vote for Hughes if he is the nominee, while noting 25 to 50 staunch Republicans in the town of 5,000 to 6,000 will not vote under any conditions.
The letter urges renomination of Governor Charles B. Hughes, arguing he will win a large vote. It claims 80,000 votes from policemen in first and second class cities and their supporters would back him loyally, recalling his stance on the three platoon bill. Patrolman.
In SQUARD DEAL New York on August 6 1908 a writer declares support for Gov Hughes over the Republican machine noting two sons in Onondaga County who vote. He warns rejection of Hughes could cost the Republican State ticket three votes in one family.
The 1906 state election results show Hughes with 149 002 votes and Hearst with 691 105, a Hughes Hearst plurality of 57 897. Hearst ticket's lieutenant governor winner added 5 574, giving Hughes a total plurality of 63 471 over his running mate Bruce. The outsized Hughes vote is attributed to broad dissatisfaction with Hearst, not Hughes personal matters. Brooklyn August 5 1903. A D M.
A letter to the editor argues the British Old Age Pension bill shares costs with taxation for almshouses and charities. It praises allowing elderly to stay at home or with family, while warning the pension could still foster pauperization comparable to entering a poorhouse. Dated New York, August 5, 1908.
Texas state officials announce a formal complaint to be filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission in Washington over proposed rail rate hikes set to take effect Monday. Allison Mayfield notes the Texas Railroad Commission’s concern that rates are set arbitrarily by an association based in St. Louis, with earnings and costs rising while freight charges surge beyond any prior Texas records. A request seeks suspension or restraint of the rate increase until a formal trial. A separate note from Montgomery, Alabama, says a second complaint against Ohio and Mississippi River crossing rate changes will be filed with the ICC within the week.
The Atchison Topeka Santa Fe Railroad pleaded guilty to rebating and was fined 7000 by Judge Bethea. The case involved a 50000 bonus offered to Garden City Sugar and Land Company of Garden City Kansas to locate on the line, paid as freight shipments with 22000 freight charged and 11000 bonus received. The ruling does not affect legitimate bonuses for new industries.
Darwin P. Kingsley, president of the New York Life Insurance Company, returns from a four month tour of Europe with optimistic views on business conditions abroad. He reports little hostility to Americans, widespread presence of American products, friendly attitudes of foreign insurers, and a global view of the United States as an land of opportunity. He notes some curiosity about how Congress acted after the 1907 panic and says Europeans welcome American ideals and profitability.
Transfer Tax Appraiser reports in Surrogate Jackson's Court that the late Dr Ordronaux left mostly railroad stocks and bonds totaling 2 757 000 taxable. Residuary estate goes to three heirs. bequests include Dartmouth College 30000 and several universities hospitals and churches ranging from 1000 to 25000.
A New York visitor in the South notes Gov. Hughes as the era’s leading figure. He says Hughes enjoys wide support from Democrats and Independents for a potential second term in Albany. The observer cites Hughes as a top presidential possibility for 1912 and signals broad voter readiness to back his reelection.
A rustic verse presents a Caribbean style punch recipe mixing two parts sour with one and a half sweet, three parts Old Jamaica rum, and four parts weak liquor. It praises the drink for morning heat, warns to wait for lunch before drinking more, and notes sunshine and sugarcane ease the tropics.
In Philadelphia on August 7, the will of Mrs Annie L Lowry probate reveals a 500000 estate share for charity from a 600000 estate. Five thousand dollars is to be invested for Violet Peark to care for Mrs Lowry's pets with income split with two other cousins. Nearly fifty institutions receive bequests and three servants receive specified sums.
In the Emporia Gazette verse, the speaker weighs voting for Taft versus Bryan while praising the Peerless One. The poem notes change is necessary and recalls past ballots by forefathers who rejected the peerless deal, asserting continued support for Bryan and Taft this year.
The Culgoa of the Atlantic fleet reaches Auckland after a rough voyage from Honolulu. City crowds fill the streets for a grand welcome with flags, decorations, and national phrases as Parliament adjourns for a week to host the visitors.
United Hebrew Charities reports 2 298 families assisted citywide in the latest week, up from 2 018 a year earlier. Secretary Waldman cites more applicants due to publicity and noted some loans of 10 to 30 dollars under the Self-Respect Fund. He predicts improvement may reduce need by October.
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