The Newark Times Front Page Note
The Newark Times published daily year round with listed offices in New York Philadelphia Washington and Geneva offering newspaper offices and telegraph services for readers. The entry notes the publication spirit with standard masthead lines and address details for circulation and correspondence.
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New York
Publication Office
Park Row
All American District Telegraph Offices
Washington
Fourteenth Street
Philadelphia
Philadelphia Times
Eighth and Chestnut Streets
Switzerland
Geneva
C. E. Alioth
Boulevard du Theatre
New York Times Readers Rates And Out of Town Mail
Rates for daily and Sunday editions include per month and per year options. Foreign postage adds 800 cents per month. Out of town readers may receive mailed editions at 65 cents per month.
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NEW York ‘Times Saturday Review
NEW York Times
Our American liberty tested by imperial responsibilities
The piece argues the United States must uphold freedom under law while guiding new territories toward self government. It contends Americans can teach the world through enlightened policy, rejects harsh domination, and envisions future Filipino and Porto Rican representation and growth under protection and aid.
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Supreme Court
Spain
France
Holland
Germany
England
Epward A. Freeman
American Republic
United States
Washington
Algiers
Tonquin
Rovussiavu
The Case of General Fitz-John Porter Revisited
A retrospective look at Gen Fitz-John Porter, his Bull Run actions, court martial, and posthumous reinstate ment. The piece weighs motives, orders, and the war factions, noting Grant’s later stance and dismissing Dreyfus parallels as exaggerated. It argues Porter acted under duty and military prudence amid uncertain commands and isolation.
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Fitz-John Porter
Bull Run
Porter
Pope
Jackson
Longstreet
Pere
Poor
Governor Resolves South Carolina Resignations Amid Turmoil
Gov. McSwavenny rejects two May resignations by South Carolina Senators aimed at prolonging political strife through November. He argues the state needs political rest before the Charleston Exposition and believes the resignations were made in bad faith to force out the other senator. He preserves peace during the upcoming off year.
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McSwavenny
South Carolina
Charleston
Tillman
Senate
Municipal Art Societies Advance City Beautification Efforts
The article argues for civic art as essential to urban growth, urging citizens to support Municipal Art Societies like New York’s to enhance streets, lamps, boxes, and parks. It cites Brussels and American cities and calls for practical, affordable actions led by engaged residents to improve signage, transit stations, and public buildings.
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Baltimore
Cincinnati
Buffalo
New York
Industrial lessons urge prudent view on empire duties
The piece argues that foreigners should heed lessons in industrial and commercial philosophy from the U S. It warns against predicting disasters as the nation manages its island possessions and urges restraint and prudence in administration.
Porter defended as loyal soldier amid hostile views
Porter and his counsel argued he faced betrayal and claims of disloyalty. Opponents charged treachery, but the record shows Porter was a gallant soldier with no proof of disloyalty. The passage notes that some Union officers were among his fiercest critics, yet history preserves their courage and honor.
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Porter
Owe
Mr Carnegie’s Scottish Bene Faction
The article defends Andrew Carnegie’s proposal to fund university bursaries in Edinburgh while noting concerns that the gift could outstrip teaching facilities. It explains the income will cover fees for about five thousand students and that university authorities will guide spending to avoid hindering the universities’ finances or growth.
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Carnegie
Scotland
CarNecin
Thomas Carlyle
Carnecn
University of Edinburgh
Endowed Churches and the Call for Church Extension
The article argues for endowment as a means to fund church extension in neglected neighborhoods. It cites St George's and other missions, notes Carnegie libraries aid this effort, and urges wealthy donors to support clergy with reliable income, relieving reliance on voluntary contributions.
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St. Thomas's
Calvary Baptist Church
Central Presbyterian
Supplement introduces To-day's Magazine supplement feature
The article explains a new Saturday supplement format similar to the New York Times Saturday Review. It groups special and contributed pieces on timely topics that were previously spread through Sunday news pages. The change aims to improve reader satisfaction with distinct typography.
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New York Times Saturday Review
SuMpDary Times
Long session ends as Pennsylvania legislature adjourns
The Pennsylvania Legislature votes to end its session on June 27 at noon. Generous plans for a parochial hall in Jacksonville Florida are discussed by Roman Catholics with help promised from the New York diocese. Elks in Jacksonville receive 7500 dollars in insurance for a burned hall and plan a new, larger building by the next fall. The note also covers a woman minister, antique furniture trends in New England, a Newville railroad sighting, Vermont Old Home Week plans, Harrison estate appraisals in Marion County Indiana, and the University of Chicago Douglas memorial tablet details.
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Pennsylvania
Jacksonville
Fla
New York
Newville
Carlisle
Benjamin Harrison
Marion County
Ind
Indianapolis
Gen. Harrison
Berkeley Lodge
The
Adirondacks
Washington, D. C
North Bend
Ohio
University of Chicago
Douglas
Stephen A. Douglas
Chicago
The Ethics Of Telling On Others In School
A Brooklyn letter-writer questions teachers reliance on peer testimony to uncover misdeeds in schools. He notes women assistants often seek confessions, while male teachers may spare offenders and rely on others for punishment. He asks if masculine memory of justice is waning and cites self government in schools as possible better approach.
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The
New York Times
X. X
Brooklyn
N. Y
The Girl Boy and Public Opinion Contention
A reader challenges an editorial stance on the terms "girl-boy" and "boy-boy" and questions the injurious implications for girls. The writer defends a "girl boy" who respects neighbors and criticizes those who discourage such behavior under a non-Puritan era.
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The
New York Times
Self control in youth and the dangers of unruly boys
Ellen E. Kenyon Warner argues that teaching self control early thwarts later tyranny and political manipulation. She condemns the idea boys will be boys and urges parental and educational discipline to prevent lifelong selfish impulses.
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Ellen E. Kenyon Warner
Brooklyn
New York’s Eyesores and Urban Decline in 1901
A writer returning from London and Paris laments New York’s urban condition. Elevated rails mar streets, public buildings are scarce, parks are blocked, trees are scarce, and skyscrapers ruin architectural dignity. He cites City Hall Park, the Plaza, and the Savoy and New Netherland hotels as symbols of decline.
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New York Times
New York
London
Paris
Manhattan
Museums of Art and Natural History
Bern
City Hall Park
Bronx
Mr. Parsons
England
France
Brooklyn Rapid Transit Woes On Crowded City Cars
A May 31, 1901 letter from Brooklyn laments daily dangers and delays on the Brooklyn Rapid Transit. Commuters describe crowded open cars, rain dampened crowds, long waits on bridges, and swearing motormen as they struggle for seats and passage across the river.
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The
New York Times
Fulton Street
New York Tower
Brooklyn
Tunnel Work Denounced By Night Noise Complaint
A New York reader protests rapid transit tunnel blasting disrupting night rest. They demand the work stop between 10 PM and 8 AM due to dangerous noise and earth tremors, calling the activity criminal and a threat to homes, windows, and health.
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The
New York Times
Gabriel
Ferryboat Cabins Should Be Shared by All
A letter from Hotoken New Jersey dated May 31 1901 argues against gender segregation on ferries. The writer proposes equal access to both cabins for men and women, bans smoking in either cabin, and suggests smokers may use deck space.
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The
New York Times
Times
Hotoken
N. J
Does a Man Protesting Women Sign Explain Cabins They Favor
In today’s Times a man argues about a cabin marked Women and claims it is reserved for females. He questions why men should not demand similar exclusive treatment when traveling.
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The
New York Times
Times
Smoking Signs Misnamed on Ferryboats Sparks Sex Debate
A published letter argues against gendered smoking rules on ferryboats. The writer contends signs saying smoking is for men mislead, suggesting true meaning is opposite and proposing gender neutral or flexible seating by preference and comfort rather than sex. He warns against women smoking publicly and urges separation by comfort, not sex, if smokers are to be accommodated.
Does Not Give Up His Seat on Ferry
A Hoboken reader signed as A Gentleman protests seating customs on ferries in May 1901 letters. He insists men keep aisle and window positions, argues against women seating privileges, and calls for equal service and pay, claiming only thoughtful manners should guide public transport seating.
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The
New York Times
Hoboken, N. J
Sickles at Gettysburg and Washington Gossip
A 1901 letter from Denver argues that Gen. Sickles committed the decisive error at Gettysburg and that Longstreet’s morning attack or obtaining Peach Orchard could have broken Meade’s line, potentially negating a third day. The writer contends evidence supports sharp blame on Sickles and predicts a collapsing Confederate advance if different actions had occurred.
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New York Times
Washington
Sickles
Hfe
Gettysburg
Longstreet
Lee
Meade
Denver
Col
Delays in the Courts Editorial Praise
A reader from Saratoga Springs commends a previous editorial titled The Law's Delay. He urges another piece on judges claiming control, overriding individual rights, and abusing power to uphold personal dignity, dated May 30, 1901.
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New York Times
Court of Appeals
Regent Street Baptist Church
Saratoga Springs
N. Y
Best Woman Named For Clara Strongmind Bride
Tess asks if Clara Strongmind has chosen her bridesmaid while Jess reveals she is asked to be the best woman in Clara’s wedding. The Philadelphia Press notes the social occasion and the roles in the upcoming ceremony.
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Tess
Clara Strongmind
Jess
Philadelphia Press
Complacent Judgment Noted in Yonkers Duet Row
A Yonkers Statesman excerpt describes mixed audience reactions during a duet with applause for one performer and hisses for the other. The exchange highlights public divide in the performance.
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Yonkers Statesman
Silly Humor Inspires Detroit Journal Anecdotes
The Detroit Journal notes that although he is celebrated as an author he has produced little serious work. It suggests nearly all his actions yield material for literary anecdotes, implying a reputation built on wit and whimsy.
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Detroit Journal
I was shipped across the water says green horn girl
Mrs Hiram Offen questions a green horn girl about training across the water. The girl replies there were no trains and she was shipped, saying the journey was across the water. The Philadelphia Press outlines the exchanged dialogue in a brief quotation.
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Hiram Offen
Greenhorn
Philadelphia Press
Nighttime Fear Beyond the Fence
Jimmie Jones tells his father he fears going outside after dark due to the yard’s strange whitened features. The boy explains there are nine whitewashed trees, three whitewashed benches, two whitewashed iron lions, and a whitewashed iron dog in view.
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Jimmie Jones
Tommy
Chicago Record-Herald
Donation party at Squaw Ville ends in hanging and money recovered
In a tale from Denver Post, a Tenderfoot joins a rural donation party for Parson Bill in Squaw Ville. Secret sewing circles and lively talk mislead, but the group recovers the cash after a chase down the mountain, aided by a Cripple Creek medic. The scene ends with gratitude and a charitable windfall.
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