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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1900
Page
1
Richard Croker, long-time Tammany chief, returned to power after resigning, using allies like John Sheehan to push Van Wyck for mayor. The piece traces Croker's influence, funding, and backroom deals from 1894 through the 1905 campaign, detailing tensions with Sheehan and other leaders.
A fragment notes a character drinking Evans' Ale with a casual line implying a turning point. The isolated phrasing leaves the event and context unclear, offering a fleeting glimpse of mood rather than a full scene or report.
Advertisement notes G. H. Mumm's Extra Dry as unmatched in import quality. It reports enormous imports totaling 109 321 cases in eleven months this year, surpassing all other brands by 7269 cases.
Frank H. Morris, Ohio Auditor of the War Department, was shot and killed in his Winder Building office by Samuel MacDonald, an ex Treasury disbursing clerk. Morris died after two shots and MacDonald then wounded himself. a desperate struggle followed as clerks watched. MacDonald was arrested as he fled and later died of injuries after penknife wounds. Morris, 49, had recently become War Department Auditor and was said to rule with strict discipline. MacDonald, 58, a lifelong gov ernment employee, had a historic grievance over pay and a known liquor problem, while some saw him as a capable but troubled man.
Stuyvesant Fish wins a suit against Newport city’s treasurer. Appellate Division remittals direct District Court to enter judgment for Fish for 176.41 dollars plus costs. Court notes Fish did not own the land at assessment and only orally agreed to pay, deed delivered March 14, 1898.
Utica labor unions end the boycott of the Majestic Theatre leased by Sam S Shubert. Northrup and Latcher, minority owners and contractors, were at odds with the unions over the property. The agreement requires the unions and owners to settle their differences before any release of the property.
Gov Roosevelt named J Proctor Clarke of New York City to fill the Beekman vacancy after his death. Clarke, a prominent Republican lawyer, served as Assistant Corporation Counsel under Mayor Strong and as deputy attorney general in the Beekman investigation. He held multiple campaign and party roles and belongs to several clubs.
Nathan H Heyman and Smanuel Paul of 4 East Ninety third Street were in a runabout when a horse ran away at Fifth Avenue and Ninety Street. The horse struck another runabout, throwing a man and woman. A brougham with Mrs Schwartz and her coachman was hit. no injuries reported though everyone’s vehicle was wrecked. Ehrlich at 54 West Seventy-fifth Street owned the second runabout.
In Newark three firemen from No 2 Hook and Ladder Company were seriously hurt when a fire truck, sped by three horses, collided with a westbound Forest Hill trolley at Broad Plane and State Streets. The crash injured passengers, with one firefighter’s leg broken and others crushed. Fire damaged Clark Lumber works, damage estimated at $10,000.
A man in Pennsylvan ia identified as E. G. Andrews claiming to be president of the Corn Exchange Bank of Chicago visited the Philadelphia area rail hub seeking an audience with President Cassatt to move 3 000 cars of grain to New York. He spoke of 30 000 car loads of corn and grand commodity deals before leaving in Douglassville.
A dispatch from Oaxaca reports the Mexican government will immediately deploy 5,000 additional troops to Yucatan to reinforce forces already battling Maya rebels. A military railroad from Progreso to Santa Cruz will soon be usable, allowing rapid movement to the Maya stronghold as reinforcements land at Progreso. The existing troops suffer sickness and casualties, with Indian tactics causing continued losses.
In Baltimore on December 14 a new Independent Match Company charter was filed in Baltimore County Court. The $2 million capital firm lists a Maryland based office yet shows incorporators including John B. King and others, with signatures notarized by a New York official, fueling questions about its true operations and ties to the Diamond Match Company.
Police headquarter reports detail a Brooklyn raid on a gambling house at 41 Rockwell Place near Fulton Street led by President Bernard J. York of the Police Board. Twelve patrons and the proprietor William Dubois were arrested as detectives seized a craps table, roulette wheel, poker chips, cards, and other paraphernalia. Deputy Chief P H McLaughlin returned to duty after the operation.
Gov Roosevelt removed Asa Bird Gardiner District Attorney of New York County and appointed Eugene A Philbin to fill the vacancy. The action centers on Gardiner's conduct during the Devery indictment and his public comments and interviews about the case. The decision cites election integrity as a national concern and notes prior removals by Roosevelt of other officials.
Brief note praising kindness as a rule and mentioning Evans' excellent ale with playful, archaic spelling.
Senator Platt indicated Devery would leave within thirty days through a Republican police bill at the coming legislative session. He described the measure as likely to be the first bill passed and discussed related committee appointments and Beekman bequest succession amid a steady stream of hotel-room conversations.
In Washington two men met Andrew Carnegie near the Shoreham Hotel and pressed for a Fort Dodge Iowa public library. Carnegie promised 30 000 dollars for the building if the city provides a site and maintains it. The solicitors were O Connell of the Treasury and Roberts director of the Mint. It was described as a notable example of street contact or touch.
A curious item notes Evans’ ale facing verdict in the public opinion arena. The column casts doubt on the brew’s merit while inviting readers to weigh in on the case and its broader implications.
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