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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1908
Page
8
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The editorial voice argues against a central bank, likening it to past leaders like CorTELYOU and Secretary Lin. It critiques currency excess, unused freight cars, and the flaw of creating banknotes for profit while burning excess notes, declaring financial folly and praising existing reserve structures.
The piece highlights cordial reception in Rio de Janeiro and President Penna’s remarks on cutting import duties. It notes shared aims between the two republics, comparing federation experiences and the potential for strong, cooperative growth. Rio’s southeast coast centers on 12 million of Brazil's 14 million population driving diverse enterprises.
The article extols Brazil's growth and openness to immigrants especially Germans in the south. It notes a gradually stabilized paper currency, an balanced national budget, and a large but manageable national debt. It asserts Brazil’s friendship with the United States is valued and reciprocal.
Mr AliLYouKov sails back on his voyage carrying broad sympathy from Americans who heard his Tuesday address. The speech appealed to judgment and conscience, not passion, yet conveyed the harsh truth of Russia's plight and reaffirms his stand in the fight for freedom.
A columnist condemns socialist displays of the red flag above the US flag, citing incidents in Canada and Europe. The piece cites Mrs. J. G. Phelps Stokes and warns such sentiment undermines national symbols. it contrasts socialist activity with American patriotism and notes political risks.
The obituary notes William Livingston Alden died after reaching seventy, reflecting on his life after leaving his native land twenty two years earlier and returning briefly, a profile of an emigrant writer reaching a past generation.
The piece recalls a writer turned journalist who became The New York Times humorist known for the Sixth Column Fancies. It notes his early life abroad, success in English periodicals, and a celebrated run of witty daily pieces. It also discusses rising costs, rent debates, and cooperative housing efforts as a social backdrop.
A public letter argues depositors have never lost money in New York trust companies and urges paying creditors in full. It notes substantial Knickerbocker assets, warns against delays from receivership, and suggests unity among depositors would gain judicial support and restore public confidence.
The Boyertown opera house tragedy prompts critique of small town theatres and a call for safer design, exits, and lighting. The piece notes prior failures in New York and elsewhere and questions the impact of a cheaper automobile fuel claiming a one half cost reduction.
A letter to the editor from Constant Reader of New York dated January 14 1908 calls for a pension fund for Fire Patrol No 3 men. He proposes taxing NYC insurance companies at one percent to fund pensions, arguing danger and long hours justify relief for widows and aging firefighters.
The Mobile Register notes The Annual Financial Review of The New York Times features valuable compilations and strong articles by noted economists and former treasuries. The Utica Herald-Dispatch cites the review as a notable publication with forty four articles covering finance trade industry and agriculture.
A reader from New York thanks Oscar Hammerstein for amiable courteous box office staff at the Manhattan Opera House. The letter praises answered questions, friendly manners, cheerful smiles, and good seating service, hoping the opera house succeeds and that a recent threat does not materialize.
A correspondent argues over Washington family lineage and requests provenance of a pedigree relating to Lawrence Washington and the father of Lawrence. In reply a suggestion favors French style corrections laws to curb misrepresentation in newspapers, noting careful papers would thrive.
Special to The New York Times reports Representative Sims of Tennessee notices a whisky lobbyist while scanning Penal Code sections about internal revenue. Other items include Senator Knox joking about political booms and artists mislabeling sketches of Senator Stephenson, plus Senator McCumber advancing an omnibus pensions bill replacing eighty-eight measures.
A 1908 letter from New York argues against government overtime for underage workers. It questions State departments enforcing an eight hour day while young workers, often unpaid overtime, struggle to finish education and support families. The writer urges authorities to review government labor practices.
A commuter in New York on January 15, 1908 voices a wish to fund a cause after reading a capitalized final blast in a Times opera programme. The note reflects public sentiment about reading editorial content in event guides.
A wary mariner ridicules the Navy from Podunk, calling ships junk and leaky, praising none of the battleships. He says armor costs ruinous, sailors wear slim pants, grog is baby food, and no ship could endure a true ocean voyage. He tells of a towpath service in 1898 and speaks plainly to John Kendrick Bangs.
Washington Jan 15 The Senate sought information on the Panama bond issue and circulating notes held by National banks. Cortelyou absent due to grip attack, returned to the Treasury to review a prepared report led by Acting Secretary Edwards, delaying transmission to the Senate.
New York financier Fornes introduced a bill to establish a United States National Bank of North America with a paid-up capital of 100 081 dollars. Government takes 60 percent of stock, banks subscribe 40 percent, with branches in eight cities and notes redeemable in gold. Hearings on the finance situation set to begin January 22.
John W. Griggs, counsel for the Marconi Wireless Telegraph Company, objects before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to the Berlin Berlin 1908 convention. He says the plan forces private firms to exchange wireless traffic with all ships and stations regardless of commercial ties, giving German manufacturers an unfair advantage.
Representative Hobson met with President Roosevelt and then introduced in the House a bill to provide a navy adequate for national defense. It would appropriate 50 million dollars annually for new warships with vessel numbers and features set by the President on expert advice. The measure also allows the President to order or purchase vessels or material within a single year up to 50 million dollars without further authorization.
The Public Service Commission plans an inquiry into Yonkers Railroad and Westchester Electric Railway, amid receivership reports. A joint up-state and city hearing will consider enclosing vestibules on company cars and the Merchants' Association declined to file a complaint.
Secretary Cortelyou rejects reports he will resign to take the Knickerbocker Trust presidency. The President has not been informed, and allies say resignation is unlikely. Roosevelts third term stance fuels rumors of Cabinet strain and a tense Treasury leadership amid money-famine criticism.
Interest in reviving the Knickerbocker Trust Company notes a possible Presidency offer to Secretary Cortelyon. No response yet as depositors seek the best available candidate, with talks focusing on return to stability and governance.
Special to The New York Times reports Secretary Metcalf is reviewing Brownson incident correspondence for Congress. The Gill resolution reply may reveal Navy policy dating to 186? era on medical officers commanding hospitals. A 186? order authorized using in command of for medical departments, though Brownson’s letter to the President is not on file. Critics seek its public release to clarify Brownson’s stance before his resignation.
A bill introduced by Senator Scott proposes a 3.5 million dollar appropriation for a new New York City Post Office on the Pennsylvania Station site. The foundation funds are already authorized, and the plan follows a report by Postmaster General Meyer, Senator Scott, and Representative Biurthol d. The building would be at least four stories and expected to be finished within two years.
Senator Warren introduced a bill to raise army officer pay: 10 percent for Lieutenant Generals, 15 percent for Major and Brigadier Generals, 20 percent for Colonels and field officers, 6 percent for Captains and lieutenants, with a 40 percent cap on increases. The plan applies equal rises to Navy officers at comparable grades.
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