New York Times 1908 front matter advertisement notes
The fragment shows publication details for the New York Times including prices, offices, and mailing information. It lists rates for daily and Sunday editions, monthly and yearly subscriptions, and international options. Names like Adolph Ochs appear as president and treasurer, with addresses such as Times Square New York.
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New York’s role in currency hoarding crisis debated
The article analyzes Secretary Cortelyou’s report on currency hoarding during the crisis and argues New York bore a disproportionate burden. It notes New York banks absorbed about 218 million of the 296 million hoarded, shipped 95 million in gold, and handled most government deposits, raising questions about equity and future withdrawals.
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Arrests Rise As Thieves Target City Boroughs
Judge Wahl reports growing arrests in Manhattan and the Bronx with 31.9 percent more robbery arraignments, 18 percent more burglary, and 4.4 percent more grand larceny in 1907 than 1906. Commissioner Bingham notes 149,949 total arrests versus 141,292, while the Detective Bureau tallied 4,470 felonies. Sentences by the bureau reached 5,177 years.
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Pawnbrokers Urged Action to Curb Fences in City
HaM argues police cope with crime yet cites high arrest figures and calls for a law requiring pawnbrokers to keep full records. They warn against competition from fences and urge the Legislature to act to protect honest dealers and reduce stolen goods trade.
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Dealing With Abroad and World Trade Totals
A discussion of 1906 to 1907 foreign trade figures contrasts the United States with England and Germany. It notes U S exports and imports totaled about three and a third billion dollars, while Germany and Britain together exceed U S totals in various ways, with nuanced differences in exports, re-exports, and the burden of imports.
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Comparative Laundry Statistics and Worth of a Woman Student
The Yale Alumni Weekly reports frugal laundry costs for students, noting Wellesley at $5 yearly and Yale at $15. It argues self-reliance lowers expenses, with Yale enforcing no room washing, while a Wellesley student can still wear washable shirts and improvise drying. The piece ends by praising the self disciplined student and joking she deserves a multi millionaire husband.
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Per Capita Trade Gains Under Tariffs and Bills
The piece compares national exports and credits abroad to per capita measures. It notes the United States sits in the also ran class behind France, with German policy seen as less hampered by tariff walls. It argues removing trade barriers with Canada would benefit both nations.
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Evangelist proposes weekly gossip slander bee to curb idle talk
An up state evangelist suggests ending gossip by inviting all local gossips to a weekly gathering at his home. The first meeting, held Tuesday afternoon, aims to channel curiosity into constructive discussion while condemning tale bearing and scandal mongering.
Topics of the Times and Reader Letters Feature
The page highlights reader letters as a premier feature, noting they are ranked for value and interest. It emphasizes that editors value these letters and publish them regularly, reflecting community voices and engagement. The description underscores the role of reader input in shaping the newspaper.
Public Opinion and a Dangerous Eugenics Debate
A historical column defends free press while critiquing eugenics ideas. It cites a New Jersey drunk driver jailed for eighteen months and laments lack of license restrictions. It questions Bell and Burbank on eugenics, arguing humanity won’t impose cattle like selective methods on people. The piece stresses public safety, journalism boundaries, and skeptical view of eugenics.
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Submarines Transport by Rail via Panama Railroad
A New York Times reader argues submarines can be moved over land by proper rail transport across the Isthmus. Citing prior barges and dredge towings to Colon, the letter urges using the Panama Railroad to carry subs across and ship them to the Pacific port, avoiding Magellan or Cape Horn routes.
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Municipal Court reply defends system and argues case errors
James J. Devlin defends the Second District Municipal Court against Frank M. Franklin’s criticisms. He outlines calendar dates for Bader v Singer, notes execution timing, explains a Jan 15 motion in Franklin v Lewis, praises the new system's handling of rising caseload, and cites multiple judges and improvements since 1907.
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Loyal to the Uniform Says Post Office Dog Nig
John V. Byrne of the Bronx remembers Nig a Post Office mongrel who befriended carriers and ignored clerical staff. The letter carrier's dog rode with workers for years, loyal to uniforms and proving dogs can be trained for police duty.
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Did This Dog Reason
A clergyman reports his Airedale terrier acted by pursuing a moth seen outside a window. The dog first whined and pawed for release, then dashed around the building to reach the moth from the exterior, prompting contemplation of canine reasoning.
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Probers weigh charges in Kissena Park sale case
The Queens County Grand Jury under Deputy Attorney General Nathan Vidayer completes two weeks of inquiry into the 87 acre Kissena Park sale to New York City for over 500000. Indictments are believed possible as witnesses including Paris and Macdougal of Paris & Macdougal are reexamined. Rumors tie Joseph Bermiel to the case as he nears resignation amid ill health.
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Fire kills man after two family blaze in Flatbush home
David Gressler discovered an early morning fire at 80 East Thirty-eighth Street Flatbush and guided his family outside. The blaze trapped Arthur Watson his wife and Edith Watson on the second floor. Mrs. Watson and Edith fell when a ladder broke. Six families were left homeless as fire damaged 28 to 22 East Thirty Eighth Street. Fire hints incendiary origin. Engine driver Matthew Miller died when his wagon struck a rough patch on Canarsie Avenue. Miller aged 40 lived on Bedford Avenue and belonged to Malbone Hose Company.
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Insurance Drops Hit Wholesale District Fire Coverage
Merchants in Manhattan between Chambers and Fourteenth Streets and Broadways and Lafayette Street face dwindling fire insurance as underwriters cut risk in the area. Officials say large firms pull back and smaller ones follow, even with the upcoming high pressure salt water service. Officials call for improved fire alarms and faster reporting to limit losses.
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Customer Charged Extra for Unused Food at New York Restaurant
A letter from All New York dated January 29 1908 complains of a fashionable restaurant forcing two portions of items like broiled smelts and chickens even when only one was wanted. The writer paid a $1 extra service charge and argues dinners should be priced so patrons eat what they order without waste.
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Praise for Hy Mayer's Cartoons From The Sunday Times
Letter from Ralph L Shainwald of New York dated January 29 1903 applauds Hy Mayer for his cartoons in The Sunday Times praising their cleverness and predicting continued joy from his pen as a national treasure.
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The Escaped Magazine Poem
A fragmented verse by Alfredus Dearbrook addresses Mr Faditor about publishing more pleromatic rhymes. The poet laments lost lines and mocks past authors Crane Lurana Sheldon Foley, pledging to stop touching the papers and railing against complacent editors.
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Forestry Officials Urge $5 Million Land Purchase for Power Rivers
A large forestry delegation addressed the Heise Committee urging Currier bill support. They seek $5,000,000 to acquire about 7,900,000 acres in the Appalachian and White Mountain regions for national forest reserves to protect headwater streams and power capacity. Speakers warned against deforestation harming navigation and industry with examples from New England and Massachusetts.
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Decoration for Mrs Eddy Receives French Honor
Mrs Mary Baker G Eddy head of the Christian Science Church receives the Officer d Academie insignia from the French Government. Presented at her Newton home by Dr John H Worthen of Concord NH. Gift from Concord church members who procured it in France. The jewel features a palm and olive wreath, diamonds, rubies, and a purple ribbon.
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Railroad car glut prompts emergency meeting in Chicago
A special American Railway Association meeting is set for February to halt per diem penalties and halt the move of empty cars. Officials note millions in losses as idle freight cars rise from 150,000 to about 370,000 nationwide and railroads urge quicker equipment returns. Ww. C. Brown of the New York Central calls for improved commerce and links past shortages to car-building material use.
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Pittsburg Paper Changes Hands Wells Family Assumes Control
Calvin H. Wells of Pittsburg relinquishes control of The Philadelphia Press. His son Benjamin G. Wells, longtime secretary and treasurer, and J B Townsend, former business manager, take over as leaders of the company.
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Prohibition bill killed in South Carolina House vote
The Prohibition bill was defeated in the South Carolina House by a 64 to 53 vote. County local option remains a possible path as the debate continues in Columbia.
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