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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1911
Page
5
A 1911 notice detailing daily and Sunday edition pricing for The New York Times and related publications. Includes mailing options, foreign and Canada rates, and subscription terms. Readers may order through newsdealers or the Publication Office.
The article surveys two railway announcements: Hinan's record $600,000,000 mortgage signaling abundant future construction, and the St. Louis & San Francisco Railway revealing operating contracts that emphasize cooperative terminals and joint routes. It notes a shift from expansive bond financed growth to tighter, more humdrum capitalization and intensified, shared-use networks.
The piece argues for joint rail track use over independent construction as a major economic change, predicts fewer large railroad builds and more trunk lines, and critiques recall politics and judicial independence. It cites Senator O Gorman and New York law on merit appointments, warning against machine influence and court defiance.
The city must determine subway routes with its funds to ensure coordinated rapid transit. Ownership or tenant interests should not dictate sites or profitability. A coordinated plan by the Board of Estimate committee will align Interborough and Brooklyn Rapid Transit to serve the most passengers and areas, with both companies expected to cooperate.
The Legislature and state owe thanks to Senator and ex Justice O Gorman for his Albany protest against recalls of judges. He argues from bench experience and party politics insight that recalls would weaken judicial independence and worsen existing defects. He notes the current system has flaws but warns against undermining courts and increasing risks.
An editorial argues against Gov Dix signing a bill to amend the penal law to ban plays showing the Deity. It notes proposed bans target Maeterlinck Rostand and Gorton works, cites past refusals, and says public opinion should decide, urging the governor to withhold his signature.
The piece notes Controller Prendergast offering an apology for machine politics to a group of homeopathic physicians. It jokes that spoils distribution may cure the body politic like homeopathy, but warns his own practice isn’t minute doses. It frames the finance officer’s stance amid reform talk.
The article critiques reforms by Mr. Hintt and Mr. Stover aiming to remove hoboes from parks. It argues parks should serve all people and condemns benching of disreputable tramps, urging a cleaner, more orderly park system. It praises a tougher public official stance to reclaim parks as suitable spaces for decent citizens.
A discussion of supererogation in sport as seen in polo and its effect on fairness between nations. It critiques excessive courtesy that can dull competitive merit and considers New Thought beliefs around murder cases, noting how rhetoric can mask or distort intent and action.
The Rochester Post-Express obtained an alleged Webster oration about Rochester falls of 150 feet, with doubts about its accuracy. Critics note the passage reads unlike Webster and suggest the speaker may have been humorously intoxicated or misquoted.
The Times May 23 report on Daniel O'Reilly's trial incorrectly used David Block instead of Safe Block when quoting O'Reilly. The error involved stating that Frank J. Plass had been introduced to him by Block.
Obituary from The New York Times dated June 2 1911 mourns Henry Baldwin longtime editorial staffer at Warner's Library and The Atlantic Monthly contributor on art letters and orchids. It notes his gentle humane character his collaboration with Charles Dudley Warner and his youthful optimistic attire.
Joseph Paul Abel argues in a Brooklyn letter that Joan of Arc and Abraham Lincoln share devout religious faith, reliance on divine guidance, and a single minded aim to preserve national integrity. He cautions against sensational philanthropy and notes both figures abhor war while seeking unity and independence.
The writer criticizes the New York Public Library plans noting a flaw in the third floor reading room. Brick tile flooring and wooden chairs cause loud disturbances when moved, worsened by square rubber chair tips that fail to reduce noise. New York, June 1, 1911. CRITIC.
The letter argues open mufflers are unnecessary and mainly used for self-advertising by drivers of low powered cars with sporty bodies. It calls the noise harmful to the public and urges prohibition to curb similar restrictions in towns and villages.
The letter from G. RICH in New York dated June 1 1914 supports Parker Syms view against the open muffler menace and urges harsher criticism of motorcycle exhausts while noting the roar of unmuffled engines remains annoying.
The letter argues against paternal trade limits, defending business combinations that lower prices and serve the public. It asserts that unions increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and expanding output benefit consumers, while opposing regulation that shields weaker competitors. George Washington and colonial parallels are invoked to condemn government interference. MR. DAY. Syracuse University, June 1, 1911.
A New York real estate owner argues that rising car fares and reduced transfers hurt Manhattan property values. He cites lines east of Third Avenue and north of Fifty ninth Street and the Pinkney sale as examples, noting 132 percent assessment of 1911 value. He questions if further subways funded by Manhattan real estate will lower prices more.
A Times reader lauds Representative Underwood for speaking hard truths about Mr. Bryan and urges continued exposure of his asserted party position. The letter commends his backbone while noting he could be less cautious.
Two ambitious firms vie for a city rapid transit contract in a heated public bidding. One promises clear fair terms and broad public benefit, while the other hints at hidden costs and fraud. The dispute centers on who can build more miles at lower expense, with the Interborough and B R T contests fueling public scrutiny.
A. I. Moisant of the Moisant International Aviators argues for substantial prizes to spur American cross country flying. He cites early foreign competition, praises long distance goals, and offers to enter a 1000 mile flight from Chicago or St. Louis to New York with Moisant monoplanes.
New York City Federation of Women’s Clubs held its annual roof garden party at the Hotel Astor with about 1000 guests. Flowers and fountains lined the scarlet geranium wall as the Reception Committee greeted attendees led by Mrs. William Grant Brown.
Assistant Secretary Winthrop told Naval Academy graduates that future conflicts will be decided largely at sea. He noted the nation’s history of near continual wartime intervals and warned that peace is not assured. The academy closed the week with a farewell ball for the class of 1912. Tomorrow the three lower classes begin a two month cruise on the practice fleet.
Vice President and Mrs Sherman visit Westchester for weekend events hosting a reception this afternoon at Gen Howard Carroll home between Irvington and Tarrytown with 400 guests invited. They will stay overnight and attend a Sleepy Hollow Clubhouse reception tomorrow afternoon followed by a Carroll home dinner for 60 local residents. Renowned locals including Judge E H Gary Lewis Nixon ex Ambassador Charles M Francis and Depew party members participate in greeting and entertaining.
Thomas S. Faulkner of 183 Halsy Street died May 27 leaving a $1 million estate. A $250000 widow’s trust and a $200000 trust for daughter are set. $10000 to four grandchildren and two sisters in law. remaining assets go to four sons. Faulkner long served as immigrant agent for major railroads. In 1998 he inherited much from cousin Benjamin B. Johnstone.
The will of Cornelius H. Tiebout, vice president of Gleason-Tiebout Glass Co, died at his Brooklyn home May 18, was filed for probate in Kings County Surrogate's Office. The estate, about 400000 dollars, goes to his widow, three sons, daughter, and daughter in law with the widow as residuary legatee.
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