Subway to Brooklyn Opens for Traffic with Few Hitches
The Subway to Brooklyn began operations in the early morning linking Manhattan and Brooklyn through the Battery tunnel. Trains run from Bowling Green to Borough Hall and back with temporary adjustments at peak times. Officials including GM Tiedles and GM Frank Sled ley attended the inaugural ride amid crowds. the line will ease rush traffic with enhanced City Hall Square transfers and expanded Fulton Street services.
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Roosevelt to urge Congress on employers liability bill
Special to The New York Times from Washington reports President Roosevelt plans to send a special message to Congress urging passage of an employers liability bill. The administration bill, drafted by the President, Secretary Taft, Attorney General Bonaparte, and the Interstate Commerce Commission, aims to withstand the Supreme Court test and will be sent to both chambers.
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Bankrupt Banker Magnani Faces Receivership
A petition in bankruptcy has been filed against Natale Magnani a banker broker and steamship ticket agent doing business as Natale Magnani Co Successors to Banca L Araldo Italiano. Jackson Hollander & Frank represent small creditors. Magnani allegedly sent funds to Italy via the steamship Europa and kept payments intended for the Italian Postal Savings Bank. Reports say he disappeared December 9 after sailing to Europe leaving an in charge employee who sent him about $8 000. The firm is closed dispossess proceedings are pending and Magnani reportedly owes about $80,000 and did not file the required $10,000 private banker bond. Judge Holt appointed Alfred J Dittler receiver with a $500 bond. Furniture and fixtures valued around $1 000 were attached. Magnani operated about five years.
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New York Couple Barred From Local Marriage License
A New York couple visiting Middletown on January 8 could not obtain a marriage license under a new law requiring licenses to be issued in the county of residence. The man and veiled bride-to-be, about 18, planned to marry and return to New York City, but were told to secure the license there, prompting distress and a decision to depart.
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Custom House Scandal Up in Congress Inquiry
Representative Fitzgerald introduced a resolution asking the Treasury to confirm if the last 850000 payment for the old New York Custom House was made and whether the deed was transferred to National City Bank. The inquiry seeks details on the deed status, move of government offices, and tax implications as rental payments ceased after the move.
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Anti Bryan Dinner Opens Campaign in Cleveland
At the National Democratic Club dinner in Cleveland ex Justice Morgan J. O Brien urged free speech within the party and attacked Bryan as a hindrance while praising Grover Cleveland and Murphy. Justice Fitzgerald introduced O Brien as the club marked Jackson Day and Cleveland sent a supportive letter, but McClellan received silence from the audience.
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Deerfoot Farm Sausages Ad Highlights Tender Dairy Fed Meat
Ad touts seven four Deerfoot Farm Sausages made from tender meat of dairy fed young s daintily seasoned with selected spices. Mentions pound package and warning to beware imitations.
Presbyterians Refuse Gift From Roebling Estate
In Asheville North Carolina January 8 the Home Mission Board of the Presbyterian Church declined John A Roeblings Victoria property on St Dunstan's Road citing Roeblings statement that he is leaving town due to Prohibition. The Episcopal Board accepted the gift establishing a girls school on the Beauxchene estate between Asheville and Biltmore with 25 year use conditions and no sale within 25 years.
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George W. Vanderbilt
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Biltmore
Marriage Law Causes Hardship for Immigrants at Port
Commissioner Watchorn has referred the issue to Washington as hundreds of newcomers face licensure obstacles at Ellis Island. A case involving Herman Knudsen and Gurl Olsen shows the law’s strain, with Olsen ordered deported for being unmarried. Missionaries have stepped in to aid, risking burdens on officials during the rush season.
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Old Guard Ball to Hold Exclusive Jan 20 Gala
The Old Guard Ball at the Waldorf Astoria January 20 will be more exclusive and modeled on earlier Metropolitan Opera House entertainments. Organizers aim to inject youthful guests, drop wine and smoking rooms, and link Fifth Avenue restaurants by private stairs. Efforts seek higher tone and larger splendor, with plans for a similarly exclusive event next year.
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Prisoner Chooses Prison Over Apology in Shootings
James R. Smith refuses to apologize for killing his son in law William Wirsing. He will serve four and a half more years of a five year sentence at Western Penitentiary and forfeit $5000. Wirsing and wife press for the $45,000 verdict, seeking collection after their visit to the penitentiary.
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Painter Perrine detains painting and clashes at National Arts Club
Van Dearing Perrine snatched his old canvas from the National Arts Club gallery wall while critics and visitors watched. He claimed the work did not reflect his current style and, after a chase, handed the painting to Mary Ford, who destroyed it with a chair. Perrine later issued a letter protesting the exhibition selection and calling it an impertinence.
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France Hopes For Peace Amid War Talk
Paris reports in Le Matin strongly denying any desire for war between Japan and America. The leader notes government, press, and public opinion favor the American nation and says few in France want or expect a conflict though some fear it.
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Axe of ancient race found near Marquette shores
Examination of a small copper axe unearthed at Presque Isle by Lake Superior reveals it is harder than tempered steel. Metallurgists say its aboriginal craftsmanship suggests a race antedating Native Americans knew tempering metal.
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Lazy man evades call by dragging ladder to bedroom in court
Special to The New York Times from Cleveland shows Anton Sadwski charged in Judge Addamis's court for neglecting six children. His wife testified he keeps a ladder in the attic to delay waking, saying it is the only stairway and she cannot wake him in the morning.
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Heir Receives Reported $2186 Share in Hitchcock Estate
Carlota Russell, heir under the will of Johanna Hitchcock, was told by her mother of a handsome legacy after probate proceedings in Yonkers. Attorney Arthur Truuland estimated her share about $2186 after fees, while the widow Ambrose Brown remains among heirs at law.
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San Francisco Ends Party Dominance in City Hall
After a six year administration by le Sebmite labor forces the city of San Francisco installs new leaders elected on the McCarthy ticket with the Treasurer and County Clerk joining the Schmita standard. Mayor Taylor urges rapid rehabilitation of public buildings and infrastructure, stressing the need for architectural consideraton in renewal.
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Dickinson Quits Politics Amid Tusson County Row
Col Samuel D Dickinson resigns from the GSR unit in Tidson County after twelve years of leading the organization. Members criticize his leadership as the group votes to accept the resignation and suggests changing the association’s name at the earliest opportunity.
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Leavitt Residence Violated in Denver Burglary
In Denver a vacant Leavitt home was ransacked with furniture, draperies, and bulbs stolen or damaged. A neighbor’s child heard noises and found the dog released, while interiors showed widespread destruction and scattered private papers. Police have no suspects yet.
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Half of Thaw Jury Sworn on Third Day
On the third day of the trial half of the jury for the Thaw case was sworn in as proceedings continued into the night. Lawyers prepared motions and witnesses remained ready for further testimony.
Defense After Alienists Subpoenaed in Thaw Trial
Sworn jurors are being chosen as the Thaw murder trial proceeds with defense planning to call alienist witnesses. The jury pool filled slowly over three days of sessions, while Thaw studies Christian Science and Mrs Eddy's writings after receiving a book and letter.
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