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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1902
Page
16
A Wisconsin court hearing reveals German officials debated wine brand choices for a yacht launch. Ambassadors and consuls discussed Rheingold vs French champagne for the Hohenzollern launch, with Downey and Kessler involved and a $6000 payout reportedly arranged.
A lawsuit filed by the Forty-ninth Street and Madison Avenue Company seeks to block Henry H. Tyson from operating a butcher shop at the Madison Avenue and Forty-ninth Street corner. Tyson plans to move his shop from Fifth Avenue and has begun alterations, while neighbors oppose the intended use under a broad covenant prohibiting nuisances. The case centers on whether the covenant bars any other nuisance or dangerous business on the property.
Contractor Ryan and John Donovan, delegate of the Plasterers Union, clashed in City Hall yesterday morning over work on the Mayor’s office renovation. They were separated and taken to the sub-station by Captain Copekind as plasterers resumed work after a brief strike and withdrawal of complaints.
Ice congestion in the upper Hudson has halted navigation. The Catskill Evening Line has discontinued trips for the season to Catskill, Hudson, Coxsackie, and nearby points.
James McCreery & Co offers colored dress patterns including 2000 dress lengths such as Home spuns mixed Cheviots Venetian and Covert Cloths in boxed sets for 3.00 to 5.00 per pattern. Also Persian Cashmeres Palm leaf novelty figures available. suitable for waists or house gowns at 40c per yard. Dress lengths of cotton fabrics percales ginghams dimities madras in boxes located on Twenty-third Street.
A sale notice for ladies coats featuring black Montagnacc and unfinished Worsted coats with half-fitted or box back styles. Length 27 inches, satin lining, priced at 12.00 and 15.00. Black or Castor Kersey Monte Carlo coats with double capes, satin straps, velvet collar and cuffs priced at 18.50.
Tobin the bartender on trial for Capt. Craft's murder at the Empire Café in the Tenderloin lunged at ADA Clarke. Deputies and court officers overpowered him, he was sedated, then returned in manacles. The crowd panicked as he cursed and raged before calm resumed. Coroners’ physician O Hanlon testified the victim was beheaded alive. The trial resumes next morning.
Alfred Y. Cornell will lead Calvary M E Church Choir in Gounod's The Redemption tomorrow evening. He is assisted by Anita Rio soprano, A Stewart Holt contralto, Jon A Jackson tenor, Percy Hamus baritone, and Julian Walker bass from notable New York churches.
Bridge Department engineers report the Williamsburg Bridge cables were damaged only slightly in spots where the fire was severe. After nearly 100 tests they found strength intact and plan repairs by replacing about three wire layers in affected sections.
The ad highlights overcoats priced from 16 to 50 dollars. Satin lined coats in soft fabrics appeal to luxury buyers, while firmer woolen meltons and kerseys offer durability. Popular picks include Whitney beavers at 32 and ratines at 28 dollars, with many serviceable coats from 16 dollars.
Robert Westphal, a Brooklyn boy, was arraigned before Magistrate Dooley on grand larceny charges related to the death of George L. Leyh of 73 Broadway. He admitted taking Leyh’s pocketbook after finding it on the floor. Court action continues with a Tuesday inquiry and a Thursday reappearance pending new developments.
A legal note discusses good-will as a property right tied to trade names and reputations, with cases where a widow seeks injunction against a son using the old firm name. It explains definitions, asset status, and related doctrines across partnerships, trusts, and corporate stock. It also covers computing time in legal actions per a Fourth Appellate Division ruling and cites a summons timeline.
James McCreery & Co offers ladies house gowns and negligees in accordion pleated albatross at 15.50 and 20.00. Quilted silk Japanese lounging robes plain or embroidered. Kimonas in plain or figured French flannel trimmed with ribbon priced 4.50. Eiderdown robes available 2.95 3.75 and 4.75.
District Attorney Jerome commented on Farrell and Canfield, praising their talk of Constitutional rights but urging them not to escalate. He said the recent raids were conducted by the police to gather evidence and serve their duty.
James McGreery & Co. presents 2000 silk covered umbrellas with imported handles and ornate inlays. Styles include carved cape horn buck horn and partridge motifs with silver and gold trim. Prices range from 6.75 to 15.00 with varied values noted for holiday gifts.
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