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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1915
Page
10
The article discusses a $65,000,000 check in London and compares bank deposits there with New York's, noting banks with over 3000 deposits and predicting New York's continued growth as a financial capital. It observes rapid expansion, with checks of millions becoming commonplace in twenty years.
The statement echoes McKinley era warnings to Spain over Cuba. Wilson insists no more delays while Mexico starves. He says revolutionaries must unite to restore order or be treated as outlaws and cannot obtain arms from the US. Order must be restored in Mexico.
A historical note explains how large check volumes pass without currency, with New York clearings driven by bank without cash. It cites figures from Professor Fisner to 1908 and contrasts currency per capita in the United States France Austria and England and notes the rise of deposit currency over physical notes in banking.
The piece critiques Massachusetts Governor Warsi and Massachusetts New Haven policy arguing rail rates reflect regulation, capitalization and public service. It contrasts with New England discord, notes the Interstate Commerce Commission limits, and cites German wartime economics and von Brick's views on arms shipments to Europe.
The article argues against sending the Atlantic Fleet to the Pacific, citing canal slides in the Culebra Cut that reduce depth daily. It urges patience, overhauls, and continued training, noting civilian disappointment but stressing defense, discipline, and future visits by midshipmen.
Rear Admirals and officers of high rank will attend the Pacific naval celebration. A contingent of young men slated to become naval commanders will be welcomed. The routine of naval discipline and development will continue without interruption.
Brig Gen commends New York National Guard for new officer training program at Van Cortlandt Park. Twenty four graduates receive diplomas, signaling a shift toward a well educated corps with engineers artillery cavalry and Naval Militia components.
A Marietta delegation urged the Georgia Prison Commission to uphold Leo M. Frank's death sentence, arguing justice and community dignity. The piece then reports on trench observations near Arras, noting French trenches outperformed German positions and that German troops faced stiffer resistance despite initial gains.
William B. Thom argues in defense of Colorado and its pioneers regarding the Sand Creek battle of November 20, 1864. He cites Colonel John M. Chivington and Colonel George L. Shoup, notes depredations by Cheyennes and Arapahos, and endorses Baxter’s recollections as evidence of a mixed record.
Ecuadorian delegates to the Pan-American Financial Conference argue the government cannot meet railway bond obligations due to World War impacts and misapplied revenues. They contend cocoa profits belong to estate owners, not the state, and stress that bondholders have benefited from prior guarantees while Ecuador seeks temporary relief.
The Drama League of America reports a unanimous convention resolution backing honest fearless criticism of theater and opposing manager interference. The note reflects 100000 thespians nationwide and urges press support for critics. Boston and New York messages frame June skies with star names Arcturus and Vega.
The article notes Speaker Champlain Crank's criticism of wartime opinions while himself urging harsh treatment of war talk. It argues he should accept free speech and that President Wilson seeks the country’s true sentiment, noting no one in the U S is clamoring for war.
Pauline Worth Hamlin of New York writes admiringly of Thomas Mott Osborne’s prison reforms at Sing Sing. She praises his patient humane approach, the improved inmate demeanor, and the transformative potential of kindness in state prisons.
A reader disputes Walter Jaeger on Philippine campaign claims, noting Samar’s dense jungle and brutal fighting. The letter describes casualties, treachery of guides, and alleged water torture while defending Marine actions and questioning other historians. It cites May 1918 and May 1915 editorials in New York papers.
The piece pleads for peace yet calls for duty and readiness to bear hardship and even the sword if required. It urges the nation to face wrath and ruin with service and resolve, to avoid lax comfort and maintain hope of Heaven. The author signs as H. 3.
A letter appeals for help with a 375 dollar June payment from a sick and destitute elderly couple whose farm is their sole income. If lost, they would have nothing. upon death the amount would go to missionary work. Donations directed to Mrs. John A. Church at All Angels Parish House New York City. May 31 1915.
Yale Medical School letter defends free speech and neutrality toward Germany. Henderson argues against extreme labels like Huns and barbarians, cites a Charleston incident by a U S regiment, and disputes Montauk camp criticisms. He recalls Civil War loyalties and warns against partisan distortions in wartime reporting.
Joseph M. Gazzam argues at the Constitutional Convention for peremptory challenges to judges and for public lists of referees. He suggests allowing each adverse party one challenge and transferring cases to different court parts if a judge is challenged. The writer notes potential adoption by courts may need a public mandate. A second letter from HL urges Madison Avenue car reforms for safer steps and more closed cars.
A citizen recalls census data to argue Germany could field about 14.5 million soldiers if all eligible men joined, while Allies, including Japan and Australia, could total over 156 million fighting men, suggesting exaggerated estimates and questioning wartime assumptions.
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