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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1908
Page
6
The page announces the New York Times daily edition with publication details for 1908. It notes the paper is published in New York City with branding and postal info and price details for the era.
Rates list for daily and Sunday service by mail including per week per month per year options. Mentions prices for daily Sunday with pictorial section and Canada and foreign rates. Includes a separate weekly financial quotation review and Saturday review with annual charges.
The piece analyzes President Roosevelt's stance on railroad wage cuts, arguing reductions reflect business necessity amid mounting losses. It cites December figures for Louisville and Nashville, Rock Island, Union Pacific, and Pennsylvania lines showing net deficits and calls for cost reductions to offset rising expenses. It notes potential labor resistance and political risk if wages fall amid a presidential campaign.
The Lincoln Centenary movement calls for rapid formation of associations in major cities to stage a nationwide celebration next February. Illinois and other states should cooperate. honoring Lincoln as a national, not local, event is essential to unite the country in his memory.
The piece argues Gen. Stoessel should be an exhibit in the public trial of the Russian military and political system after Japan’s war. It cites a verdict that he surrendered Port Arthur, notes harsh judgments by the Continental press, and discusses leadership failures, courage, and the complex blame in the siege.
In a controversy tied to New York City water supply, Water Supply Commissioner Bensel argues for policing the Panama watershed while Peekskill reports typhoid deaths and highlights proposed camps on the watershed. The piece flags concerns that actions for NYC water may burden others and calls for proper, long term sanitation over quick fixes.
The piece argues extending federal control beyond railroads to all interstate firms, including producing corporations. It warns wage regulation could provoke nationwide strikes, necessitating a large standing army and risks a disturbing impact on civil order, framing the president’s policy as gravely momentous.
The passage argues that disciplined cooperation under autocratic rule remains failing when gifted leaders are absent. It asserts such defects are not unique to autocracy and cites Russia as a current example of near melancholy failure, while noting autocracy must prove efficiency and success to justify itself.
Secretary Tarr told the Senate Committee on the Philippines that coastwise laws should not apply to trade between the islands and the United States. He argued there are not enough American ships to handle the Philippines trade, about 28 percent of the islands’ foreign commerce, and insisting on only American-flag ships would drive current trade to foreign markets. He cited Secretary Taft’s report and said the policy lacks common sense and justice for Filipinos.
The article praises the New Theatre design as a self contained modern playhouse with good acoustics and audience proximity. It argues for a capable company of actors to revive dramatic art and set standards of speech and expression, noting public taste currently favors false gods.
The New Theatre project aims to inspire dramatists and uplift social life, but plans remain vague. Promoters emphasize building an exclusive temple with private boxes while awaiting capital, while judging plays and acting as a future concern.
A Times letter page defends vivisection against anti vivisectionists while noting limits to ridicule. It argues medical progress relies on animal study and contrasts moral concerns with necessity amid hardships. The piece also praises New York to Paris auto mob ilists for endurance and pursuit of glory despite cold and fatigue.
The article weighs a proposed federal auto ownership law allowing a resident to drive into other states on a single fee. It questions Congress authority over interstate commerce and potential conflicts with local taxes on visitors, noting revenue loss for local officials and practical travel hurdles.
The passage notes that long journeys face legal risk for motorists and that despite past unpopularity, drivers now pay fines and are seen less harshly. It suggests motorists may have repented their sins and try to be good, while laws and enforcement remain strict.
A letter to the editor from A B S Grant of New York dated February 20, 1908 defends anti vivisectionists. He argues they seek regulation and use of anaesthetics to curb suffering, not abolition, and criticizes the newspaper for ridiculing the Friday meeting. Grant praises the reformist spirit and calls for credit to advocates.
A letter to The Times from D Brigants of New York dated February 20 1903 lauds the Matin of Paris and The New York Times for promoting the New York to Paris automobile race. The writer praises Italian drivers led by Sirtort and notes the event boosts national pride and confidence amid recent disquiet over the Hand case.
Mr. Sa ward argues for prioritizing well used routes and networked roads over low traffic midway sections. He notes existing town to town connections have benefited from bicycle era upgrades and cautions against costly upgrades where travel is minimal.
A New York resident demands action on the unsafe sidewalks between 118th and 120th Streets near Columbia University. He notes pedestrians cross four blocks daily with slush ankle deep, no sand or sawdust to improve footing, and calls it an abominable shame after a severe winter. February 29, 1908.
A printer named Slim is marked off the hook as the shop closes to read his proof. The verse notes his steady, middling output, decent over time, with doubts about overtime and pay. The foreman’s desk holds his ticket, and the piece ends with a prayer for Slim as the last form goes down.
Plans for the Hudson River tunnel opening from Sixth Avenue and Nineteenth Street to Hoboken are ready for next Tuesday. President Roosevelt will receive a readiness signal at 3:30 pm and press a button at 4 pm to illuminate the tunnel and cars. Gov. Hughes and Gov. Fort will ride the first official train, with a red white and blue circle marking the state line.
Charles W. Morse faced creditors in downtown talks as a bankruptcy filing remained pending. A canvass to secure signers for a plan with the National Bank of North America continued outside New York, while creditors debated invalidating Morse assignments within four months and solvency knowledge requirements.
Creditors of E R Thomas struggle to settle debts and avoid bankruptcy as a two year lease on the Lipme dale stock farm at Lipme dale New Jersey remains a sticking point. Gideon and Daly refuse to abandon the lease which could burden the estate. A creditors committee hoped for a settlement plan by yesterday but postponement persists with a meeting planned for Monday. The group faces options to run the farm and stud for a $48 000 gift to Gideon and Daly or file for bankruptcy. The farm lists fifty eight horses valued by Thomas at $25 000.
Brooklyn Borough President Coler says Controller Metz misrepresented the city's finances and calls for a public investigation into Brooklyn Bridge congestion. Coler backs Seaman on post tunnel relief still leaving peak hour conditions intolerable.
Special to The New York Times Albany February 21 reports bills to fund county treasuries via court orders and allow State Controller to examine bank books for fund transfers. Grady pushes annual child census for School Department use. Hooker seeks 250.90 for spring road construction. Assembly backs health ventilation for subways and tunnels. Remington proposes pawnbroker licensing in NYC with 500 fee and itemized reports.
Timothy L Woodruff hosts fifteen Republican Senate members at Camp Kill Kare in the Adirondacks for recreation. The group says no legislation or politics will be discussed, though Senator John Haines joins the party, recalling last year’s attack on Woodruff during the Apportionment bill debate.
Albany February 21 The battle over direct nominations resurges as Senator Travis and Assemblyman Green introduce bills in support. Opponents plan to amend to require compulsory measures instead of direct nominations.
H. H. Rogers departs aboard the Bermudian for Bermuda accompanied by his close friend Mark Twain. The pair plan a two to three week vacation, Rogers taking a break from recent intensified business duties following illness.
Judge Swann sharply criticized Attorney General Jackson for handling election fraud cases and questioned why prosecutions targeted members of one party before one judge. Deputy Darling defended the approach, insisting enforcement applies to all violators and noting political bias in complaints. Williamson’s $1,500 bail was set after questions about extraordinary bail and surety review.
The Appellate Division granted the State's motion to certify questions in the Mayoralty ballot box count for appellate review. Attorney General Jackson sought pre trial clarity. the court said it is desirable that all serious questions of law arising on trial be authoritatively settled in advance.
Directors at a meeting unanimously approved the Committee on Bankruptcy report endorsing the Fowler bill. Nine reasons argue for elastic credit currency with deposits and notes as demand obligations protected by reserves. The association plans an active campaign to secure passage and oppose the Aldrich bill.
A jury before Supreme Court Justices Finoneer awarded 400 to the estate of Mrs. Sarah A. White, killed by a Third Avenue surface car at 118th Street on June 14, 1906, and 400 to Charze Nolan injured by the same car. Alfred and Charles Steckler were the plaintiffs’ attorneys.
The Royal Mail Steam Packet Company enlarges its West Indian service by adding the large steamer firaya to its fleet. The vessel will depart New York on March 7. The Oroya is described as luxurious, roomy, and modern.
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