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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1912
Page
8
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The text condemns a supposed scheme to purchase the presidency for Theodore Roosevelt, faulting the organizers as incompetent and dishonorable. It argues that despite South and North efforts, the plot collapsed, and cites voter manipulation, improvised tactics, and moral outrage at the attempt. It laments the public's gullibility and calls for scrutiny of the leaders.
A UT Austin history scholar asks why The Times advocates for the Republican Party. The paper argues its brief is for national welfare, not party gain, amid threats of demagogy and potential disruption that could harm the nation.
The Times argues that equal party strength and a Republican split show risk of factional turmoil, not a stable replacement. It warns that historical analogies are imperfect but notes periods of near minority status for each party. It calls resisting factionalism in any party as detrimental to the nation.
Public Service Commissioner Will Cox warns against new buildings in Central Park citing precedent from park invaders. He notes the Lenox Library transfer could justify Madison Square Garden reconstruction and urges the Municipal Art Commission to heed public opposition before considering the Frick Stover plan at its meeting tomorrow.
The dispatch notes Count Metternich's retirement, Baron von Bieberstein as his replacement, and an implied push toward Anglo German reconciliation. It suggests distrust over armament and outlines diplomacy aimed at preventing aggression while managing competing strategic aims.
The article argues the German nation seeks legitimate expansion inevitable, urging British leaders to permit maximum German growth within free trade while avoiding friction. It discusses strategic choices between reconciliation and potential conflict, praising statesmanlike efforts toward peaceful neighborliness amid evolving German and British interests.
The piece argues that moving troops to Cuba does not equal intervention and that the US should aid Cuba to protect life and property if needed. It notes Cuban resolve to quell rebellion, doubts forced occupation, and suggests Americans may withdraw once order is restored. It discusses Senator Nelson’s charges about meddling and denies Cuban intervention by such means.
Senate Naval Affairs panel adds two 30000 ton dreadnoughts with ten 14 inch guns to the naval appropriation, cost not over 7425000 each. They restore admiral grades, drop a powder purchase ban, and align funding with a goal to keep the Navy rising, noting pensions exceed naval spending.
The retirement of Mr James Knox Taylor from the position of Supervising Architect of the Treasury Department after fifteen years of excellent service is greatly regretted. Taylor was appointed to succeed the previous holder.
New York’s contribution to the relief fund for Mississippi flood sufferers rose by 6210 collected through the Stock Exchange. The city and state totals are far short of immediate needs, and many thousands will require support for months. Additional benefit events are planned, but individual gifts remain crucial.
The article condemns Life magazine for repeating slander against Dr. Noguchi, calling it a despicable act amid anti vivisection campaigns. It notes the American Medical Association at Atlantic City adopting a new code of ethics, including strict stance against fee splitting and emphasis on informing patients about fees.
The discussion centers on commission payments within the medical profession. Critics call fee splitting a professional crime while supporters claim some compromise is needed. Declaring payments openly is praised, yet concerns remain about doctors admitting personal financial gain from patient referrals.
A letter signed "Sopi" alleges university instructors mark students to punish those who know more than their teacher. The piece argues teachers can be swayed by personal resentment and that students may rightly criticize incompetence, noting undergrads are not perfect judges yet may identify faults. The text suggests the claims could prompt a faculty investigation if identifiable.
Edward Hungerford letters the New York Times decrying the Brooklyn Public Library project at Flatbush Avenue and Eastern Parkway as a blunder that ruins Prospect Park’s vista. He cites opposition from architects and locals who call the site unsuitable and claim it reflects a Brooklyn-unique stance rather than Manhattan standards.
T. WW. Riker argues the Republic can endure even if the Republican Party declines. He contrasts party strength with Democratic recovery, notes primaries curb tyranny, and suggests a new era could yield a strong president regardless of party survival. University of Texas, June 5, 1912.
The piece discusses Bill 16 844 introduced Jan 4 1912 by Mr Campbell of Kansas. It notes New York Board of Trade criticism six days later and the push to limit the law to food products. It cites New York State weights and measures law as a template for a public guarantee on containers and contents. The writer, FRANK B. GARDNER, signs as secretary.
A reader letter argues for a prohibitory tax embargo on meat exports, particularly to England, accusing packers of selling cheaper abroad and calling for government action to curb foreign sales. The writer from D Co Imboden stresses protective measures against ongoing exports.
In 1912 a National Woman Suffrage Press Committee note corrects a newspaper claim that Mary D Lowman was the first woman mayor in an American town. It names Lowman Morgan and Haskell as prominent early Kansas women mayors and outlines their achievements and terms.
John Martin of Stapleton S I writes that a proposed 200000 fund for Grace Strachan to secure salary increases for women reveals gender politics, lobbying power, and a backlash threatening male teachers and school system stability. He argues the plan harms children and the Board of Education, calling it a costly prelude to broader reforms.
Samuel Untermyer, counsel to the Money Trust inquiry, asks anonymous critics from the Clearing House Association to testify at the next session. He sends a letter to Frank A. Vanderlip, chairman, inviting disclosure of identities and urging a judicial, impartial inquiry in Room 328 of the Custom House. The letter follows a Yonkers meeting with Representative Paiv.
A letter signing Jules Ormont from New York on June 6 1912 argues that demagogues paralyze critical faculties and inflame labor discontent. It blames corporate greed and monopolies for unequal opportunities while condemning demagogic theories and quack remedies spread by ignorant masses.
Ottomar H. Van Norden of New York objects to the express company charging $2.16 for sending two packages totaling 53 pounds from Greenwich Conn to Seabright N J while a commutation fare for a similar trip costs 66 cents. He notes the carrier applies ten times the proportional passenger rate and denies liability for damage amid delayed delivery and poor service.
A 1912 New York note contrasts Carlyle’s quip about political fights with the present presidential contest, lamenting a spectacle of two men with clenched teeth and hell-fire eyes tearing at each other and reducing people to masses fit only for manure.
A reader writes to The Times with a linguistic puzzle about the term pogoniate and its botany tied meaning. The letter clarifies that many rioters under scrutiny are simple barbers or near-shavers, indicating few remain active.
Editorial argues the $50,000,000 highway program wastes money as roads wear out quickly and maintenance costs surge. It questions issuing bonds for fifty years and warns future generations shoulder the burden. By M. N. Baker, Engineering News, New York, June 8, 1912.
Mrs Blatch softens public stance lip service to suffrage as Albany politicos eye her motherly appeal. The California primaries see a sea change with women urged to back Roosevelt while Taft is mocked. Rev Anna Shaw also cited promoting universal peace as a contrast. Yonkers reader Mrs William Forse Scott notes June 7 1912.
In a reflective note W J Lampton muses on a hypothetical GOP split and whether the incumbent president and a rival colonel would ride to the inauguration in one carriage or two. The piece weighs loyalty and allegiance amid shifting voter sentiment.
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