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Hobson's War and presidential leadership debate
The piece discusses Mr. Howson's mistaken view of a Japan war and argues President Taft would be safer if war occurred. It contrasts Taft and Bryan on negotiation, experience, and wisdom, noting Bryan's controversial Denver convention stance and the public's likely preference in crisis. The author asserts no war is imminent but emphasizes prudent leadership.
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Bryan Plan Dominates Democratic Campaign Debate
The piece weighs Democratic strategy across regions, arguing Bryan must win Eastern states and New York to beat Taft and Roosevelt, while noting Western platform shifts. It stresses the cross regional trade pressures, farm and rail activity, and the uncertain path to electoral success.
Bryan Scare Hits Taft Asset as Republicans Fear Adversity
The article notes Bryan's scare as a Taft asset and says Bryan votes perform best in hard times while Republicans grow chilled under adversity. It warns against overconfidence as the key risk for the Republican side.
Three-Cent Fares and the Cleveland Transit Crisis
The City Statistician projects 3-cent streetcar fares could save up to 2,000,000 yearly, but profits depend on duration and transfers. May losses rose to 54,916 as zones shrink and service worsens, prompting calls for a referendum. Residents blame the policy for riots and reputational harm to Mayor Johnson, while rail losses threaten broader economic stability.
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Railways Face Rate Debate as Manufacturers Seek ICC Review
The Manufacturers' Association plans to take the freight rate issue to the Interstate Commerce Commission, arguing that current rates are too low and threaten railway solvency. Proponents claim only two paths exist: raise rates to a remunerative level or legislate costs downward to restore economic equality with other sectors.
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Hunter’s Campaign Talk Draws Socialist Fire
The piece condemns RoBERT HUNTER for claiming Bryan cannot win and alleges his stance aims to frighten voters. It accuses him of undermining institutions and misrepresenting Taft and Bryan while praising Hearst’s supposed martyrdom and urging peers to rebuke such rhetoric.
Dr Wiley’s Decisions On Food Labeling Shock Consumer
The article critiques Dr H W Wiley’s purity food inspections and his rulings on baby foods and adulterated products. It notes his relentless refinement after a year analyzing foods and warns manufacturers will resist changes while stressing labels must accurately describe contents.
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Publisher’s Pact Brought $250000 and 2200000 Copies Sold
The article notes the President’s publishers paid him 250000 and 2200000 copies were sold in a mutually satisfactory arrangement. The piece implies continued cooperation between author and publisher.
President's literary works cost billions and readers widely read
The passage argues the President's writings, excluding messages, have cost the public billions yet have broad readership. It notes unofficial works yielded higher returns with less public damage, implying the official publications are less profitable and more costly despite wide circulation.
Fire Department Repute Tarnished by Graft and Neglect
Analysis of a New York Times report notes how the city’s fire department, once renowned for discipline and efficiency under Fire Chief Croker, deteriorated due to a graft scandal, lax supervision, and a decaying alarm system. It highlights resignations, misuse of contracts, and widespread leave abuse while referencing Peary’s polar ambitions and Dr. Osler’s 60th birthday observance.
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Brooklyn Trees Guarded From Caterpillars Appeal
A Brooklyn reader asks The New York Times to inspect shade trees on Bridge Street between Fulton and Willoughby Streets damaged by caterpillars. The letter notes leaf loss and white spots on trunks and warns of further tree death next year if ignored.
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Suggests a Name for East River Span Queens Bridge
Letter to the Editor argues renaming the nearing completion East River bridge from Blackwell's Island Bridge to Queens Bridge for a more pleasant, borough aligned title. Writer cites other bridges Manhattan and Brooklyn and cites associations with public institutions on Blackwell's Island. 1906 July 12, L. H. B.
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Why sidewheelers suited for the Fall River Line ships
J. W. Miller explains why the Fall River Line chose sidewheel propulsion for the Commonwealth and sister vessels. He cites stability, collision protection, vast beam for outside staterooms, rapid stopping power, and safety features like a double bottom and multiple fire protections.
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Bryan on the Army Addressed to the Editor in 1908
W Carter of New York writes from July 12 1908 criticizing Theodore Roosevelt's call to modestly expand the standing army. He argues the army existed to subdue Indians and would threaten laboring men in cities like New York and Chicago. He questions Bryan's leadership and inspiration amid the Philippines focus.
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Political rhetoric and campaign jabs in the Schoharie Democrat
The letter rails at The Times as a Democratic paper during campaigns and accuses it of backing Republicans. It mocks Bryan’s pledge to quit, urges electors to prevent his win, and likens party shuffling to a whist game. It ends with the crowding metaphor come on in the water is fine.
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Polar Race With Peary Aims For North Pole Mark
The article reports an impending race between Robert E Peary and Lt Ernest Shackleton to reach the pole. Peary plans from Sydney Nova Scotia to Etah Greenland then Cape Sheridan to establish a base. Shackleton left London in July of last year on Nimrod to Antarctica and hopes to outpace Peary, with long term supplies and multiple Siberian ponies.
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Prohibitionist Convention to Open in Columbus July 15 16
Letter from J R Anderson endorses the Independence Party gathering in Columbus noting it is the next and only true convention of its kind. He urges readers to attend to witness genuine enthusiasm and resolute tones from men and women meeting at their own expense.
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Uniformed Park Musicians Struggle in Heat
A Sunday drive through four public parks reveals musicians in heavy uniforms performing in sultry heat. Cornet players and others suffer the glare and discomfort, their discomfort detracting from the music for a bystander. New York July 12 1908 N R Davis.
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What is a gentleman says father and Eli Perkins
The passage records a dad advising his son to be a gentleman and a Christian, defining a gentleman as one who avoids causing pain and a Christian as one who brings pleasure. The quote urges the son to be both. Published in New York on July 11, 1903.
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Tests on Roosevelt crew to study cold blood effects
Dr. George Randall of Lowell arrives in Halifax to study how Arctic exposure affects crew blood. Microscopic blood tests will compare samples from before the Roosevelt sails and after its return, representing the American Haematological Society in Washington.
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Bonaparte Leaves Capital for Summer Vacation
Wade Ellis Ohio attorney general was to meet Bonaparte about becoming assistant attorney general but did not appear as Bonaparte left for a summer vacation at Lenox Massachusetts. Secretary Cortelyou planned a family trip to Huntington Long Island for summer vacation.
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Army to Study Languages for Officers Abroad
The War Department weighs a plan to detach top officers for language study in foreign schools. Capt. F B Hennessey proposes a one year language leave of absence for those with highest standing at the army school of the line and the staff college, with Orient assignments first. The aim is broader cosmopolitan training for American officers.
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German Banker Siegmund Friedberg Located in New York
Berlin reports Siegmund Friedberg former private banker and financial newspaper owner who disappeared February 1 has been found in New York. He faces offenses of deception and fraud but cannot be extradited. Prosecution guarantees he will not be detained against his will if he returns to Berlin to aid investigations. New York police say they know nothing of him.
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Colombian official denies Zawadsky loan authority
Colombian Consul General in New York disputes a newspaper claim that Mr. Roberto Zawadsky acted as representative of the Colombian Government and sought a $25,000,000 loan from New York bankers. He states no authority from President Reyes or railroad firms exists and that official ministers would handle such matters if needed.
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He Came Up Smilin' A Tribute to Grit and Luck
The piece portraits a man who faced hard luck with grit and a stubborn grip on Fortune. He stayed focused at the grocery store and kept fighting, rising after every jolt until he reached Easy Street. J W Foley credits him with pluck vim and an unyielding will to win.
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City to sue over bad fire hose contract dispute
City prepares suit against Windsor Fire Appliance Co and its former president Michael F. Loughman over 25 000 feet of hose failing to meet par rubber Sea Island cotton specs. Officials say quality fell short and prices exceeded expected value, with details of three contracts and alleged nonconformities.
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Threat against Russian Consul shocks Tabriz residents
A revolutionary proclamation circulated in Tabriz on July 13 threatens the Russian Consul and the Russian colony with death if they continue involvement in Persian affairs.
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Royalists Rob US Consulate in Persia Loss Reported
The State Department received a dispatch from Consul Duty at Tabriz Persia stating royalists robbed the US Consulate business house and residence of the Chancellor of the United States Consulate of 20000 dollars. It notes the Chancellor is a clerk and mentions no American funds are confirmed stolen.
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Eulenburg in Court on Bed During Perjury Trial
Prince zu Eulenburg rests on a hospital bed in Berlin as doctors warn of possible apoplexy and grip while testifying on perjury charges. Proceedings continue for hours with medicine administered, adjournment likely for a day or two.
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Cross of Legion of Honor honors for Cambon and Lefaivre
Paris July 13 honors issued today promote Jules Cambon the French Ambassador to Germany to Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor for distinguished service at Berlin P Lefaivre French Minister to Cuba is made an Officer of the Legion of Honor both awards announced during the National fete celebration
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Anne Morgan visits Berlin laborers dwellings
Miss Anne Morgan daughter of J Pierpont Morgan toured Berlin municipal laborers dwellings with city council representatives. She will stay in Berlin until next Wednesday as she continues investigations of German labor institutions.
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Tamayo stabbed in breast after political meeting
Gen Rafael Portaldo Tamayo campaign manager for the Provincial Independent Party in Oriente Province was stabbed in the breast by Augustin Aguilera, brother of a Miguelista mayoral candidate in Mayari. He regained consciousness but remains in grave condition.
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Ambassador Francis to leave Vienna for United States
Charles Spencer Francis the American Ambassador to Austria Hungary will depart Vienna on July 19 for four months in the United States before returning to Europe for a possible tour. French Parliament adjourns delaying income tax old age pensions and death penalty bills until autumn. A Ronco landslide buries homes killing nine. Spanish gales wreck three fishing vessels and drown over thirty men with several boats unaccounted for.
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