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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1908
Page
2
Evelyn Nesbitt Thaw faces potential loss of her monthly allowance as bankruptcy actions for Harry K Thaw proceed in Pittsburg and New York lawyers threaten claims over fees. The dispute touches Thaw’s mental state custody, possible removal from New York and future support for Mrs Thaw amid a wave of civil actions and alienist bills.
A New York state woman credits Grape-Nuts and Postum with restoring her health after a ten year stomach and liver struggle. She lost weight, avoided fatigue, and can now work from morning till noon, improving enough to handle daily chores alone. The testimonial, attributed to Postum Co., promotes the products as a reason for renewed vitality.
Harry K. Thaw is taken from jail to a supervisor room to be examined in a case brought by Mrs. Ella Hayt to prevent payment to Dr. John P. Wilson. Thaw testified he owed $150 for Wilson’s three visits and disputed the value of the services as over $200. Proceedings adjourned until noon.
Special to The New York Times Roger O Mara receiver for Harry K Thaw says he plans to prosecute some New York attorneys in Pittsburg except Peabody and Littleton He claims data show Thaws funds were spent on riotous living and that many lawyers neglected his case US bankruptcy referee Blair says Thaws creditors meeting must be held by Aug 21 Mrs Thaw plans to attend and expose Thaws creditors meeting reports Jerome may oppose bringing Thaw to Pittsburg
Murray V Arthur age 22 from Dongan Hills Staten Island died after he fell under a moving Pennsylvania Railroad train in Deal Beach New Jersey He was taken to Monmouth Memorial Hospital Long Branch where he died An engagement to meet a friend prompted the attempt He had been a guest at the Hathaway Inn.
Crowds of anarchists gathered in Long Island City for the first annual meeting of the Anarchists' Federation led by Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman. Mrs. Dare appeared but spoke little as police impeded protests and dispersed the 300 attendees who wore red tickets.
Auckland rolls out lavish hospitality for Rear Admiral Sperry and the U S Atlantic Fleet officers. Bluejackets enjoy shore leave, theatre outings, and dinners as officials praise U S New Zealand friendship. A shipboard luncheon and a stateball are planned with grand welcomes. A machinist, Paul Gentil, dies after a shaft accident aboard the Missouri.
The New Zealand government hosted Rear Admiral Sperry and 750 officers in Auckland with a grand reception at the Drill Hall. Prime Minister Ward praised both Edward and Roosevelt as peacemakers, while Sperry lauded the fleet's training and unity. A fireworks display lit the harbor as ships outlined in electric lights reflected national colors.
London newspapers discuss the American Atlantic Fleet’s Auckland cruise and King Edward’s visit to Germany. The Daily Telegraph lauds the voyage as strengthening Britain US links and promoting Hague Peace Conference ideals, signaling the United States as a cosmic power with epoch making potential.
Mayor Mitsuhashi praised the forthcoming visit of the American fleet during an informal Yokohama City Assembly meeting. He described the reception as cordial and noted the significance of the visit for US Japan relations.
Naval recruiting officials report a strong period with 473 recruits from stations last week. The Bureau of Navigation has aggressively promoted the navy as a profitable livelihood, and applications continue to rise at stations and headquarters.
Everett Judson, 42, heir to a fortune once shared with his sisters and widow mother, died in his flat at 127 West Eighty-second Street. After years of leisure and dwindling income he reportedly chose to end his troubles rather than work, his wife discovering the scene after returning from Orange, New Jersey.
The Naval Training Station commissary and paymaster safe was found with its combination knocked off and lifted. About 1800 in ration money for naval apprentices was missing. Police seek John Dalton 22 from Chester who worked near the safe and has not returned since leaving on leave. Dalton listed Brooklyn as home and Louisville Kentucky as birth place with Andrew Palton of Louisville as next of kin.
Albany Aug 10 State Controller Martin H Glynn announced a boosted transfer tax on the late James Henry Smith estate of Orange County who died in Japan. The added tax stems from verifications of appraisers, raising the estate value by 685,116.57 and boosting the total tax to 874,390.29, largely from New York City real estate, now paid to the state treasury.
The first strand for the Manhattan Bridge cables was run from Manhattan to Long Island shore yesterday. A small Wheel attached to a trolley wire drew the 192-10000 inch diameter strand across above the footways where workers stand. Two engine sets pull the strand back and forth as ends are fastened higher for future tightening.
The Pillsbury-Washburn Flour Mills Company faces receivership after a capital failure. Henry L. Little resigns as president amid unwise wheat speculation. A private advisory committee will work with receivers as $1.5 million in paper held locally.
Justice Pound ordered the Meyer tax payer suit against Mayor McClellan, Controller Metz, and the Board of Estimate to be referred to Gen. Benjamin F. Tracy. The two suits will be heard together with one report. Hutson says the Meyer case seeks to advance the Fourth Avenue subway and not attack officials.
Controller Metz writes to President Winthrop criticizing the Board of Education Building Committee and Superintendent. He cites penalties totaling 57 160 on three contracts and says claims will not be audited until Board action validates them. He accuses C B J Snyder of usurping Board functions.
A derailment of a work train north of Poughkeepsie at 5 30 last night delayed Hudson River Division traffic at Grand Central for about 30 minutes. Tracks were cleared soon after 6 clock and regular service resumed with some trains routed away from the wreck location.
A diverse gathering at the New Rochelle Republican Club unanimously urged Gov. Hughes to seek renomination. A seven member committee will pressure Westchester delegates to vote for Hughes despite reports of opposition from National Committeeman Ward.
Republicans opposing the regular state organization met in Chattanooga and endorsed the Chicago platform. Rockwood attorney T A Wright was nominated for Governor, while regulars led by Newall Sanders plan a Nashville convention to nominate George N Tillman. The split strengthens Gov Patterson’s reelection and could affect wet town options statewide.
A fragment references the Warren Street area with notes about fifth and Sath Street intersections. No clear event or Dates provided.
The National Negro American Political League led by Rev. J. Milton Waldron of Washington issues an open letter urging Black voters to back William Jennings Bryan in the national election, or support any other Democrat except Taft, citing a crisis and calls for fair treatment and federal appointments.
Chicago August 10 Mrs Alicea Id Webb Duke formerly married to Brodie L Duke tobacco merchant faced trial for defrauding the Great Northern Hotel with worthless checks. Defense witness absence postponed proceedings to the next day.
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