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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1901
Page
2
Justice Jerome discusses the Committee of Fifteen's tactics and aims, denying disbandment rumors, defending raids against vice in tenements, and arguing continued vigilance is necessary to curb gambling and protect laws without political sway.
The speaker accuses the police of protecting crime and cites a Beaver Street raid as a mischaracterized “handbook” seizure. He predicts public opinion will demand change, and the Fifteen Committee plans a full meeting at United Charities Building to discuss future policy.
Captain Creamer and Detectives from Old Slip Station raid 72 Nas sau Street second floor arresting Christopher Van Bergen and George F. Elmore for running a poolroom. Nine others at the scene named as disorderly include Edward Stein William Harris Frank Freeman John Evans John Bernard John Harvard. Bail posted for Van Bergen Elmore Stein Evans Harris Freeman Bernard and Harvard by three bondsmen. raid disputed by associate Frederick Lindinger who claims motive and alleges political spite.
Five men arrested in a raid on a gambling room at 211 West Twenty-eighth Street were examined by Justice Jerome and held for the Grand Jury under $1,000 bonds each. Identified by Detective R. L. McLelland, the prisoners include Beesway alias Colored John and four others with listed addresses.
Dr. H. A. C. Anderson, president of the German-American Central Union, denies that the body attended a Friday night conference of anti-Tammany representatives at the Citizens' Union headquarters. He states the union is not connected with any political party.
Five sons and a daughter contend over Peter Delap who died May 24 leaving about 250000. Executors John F. and Sarah J. Delap allege Coroner George W. Delap removed his eight year old daughter Estelle from the aunt’s home after the funeral. The heirs have been cited to appear before Surrogate Abbott to probate the will.
Mrs Thompson of 208 West Eighty-second Street seeks missing jewels after losing a handkerchief containing diamond screw earrings rings a diamond pin and other stones. She proposes if the finder shares rewards split half the valuables return the other half, the poor widow gains. The scene near Riverside Drive echoes a satire as she explains the mishap.
The Cleveland Leader notes in advance that authoritative circles concede the Clover Leaf Railroad sale to Vanderbilt interests is based on fact. It is understood the line will be operated by Michigan Central, giving a Southwestern outlet to compete with the Wabash. The Clover Leaf encompasses 60 miles of track with a total liability around 26 million dollars.
The North German Lloyd steamship Trave carrying the body of Rev Maltbie D Babcock pastor of Brick Presbyterian Church was held off Stapleton Staten Island overnight due to smallpox aboard and is expected to reach Brooklyn today. The body was hermetically sealed in three casks before leaving Italy and will be taken to the Brick Presbyterian Church for tomorrow's funeral service.
City of Mexico reports a sensation at San Geronimo Otufba where a Spanish priest named Marcaria allegedly spent years with Señora Villa Vicencio before transferring affections to another woman. Jealousy claimed the priest acted within church quarters, triggering shock across the town.
Report by Commissioners Hertle and Owen to Mayor Van Wyck condemns the State franchise tax law. New York street railways owe the city 6.588 million dollars for 1895–99 plus 3.077 million to the State for 1900. Suits to collect unpaid car licenses and taxes have begun as Corporation Counsel Whalen vows quick action.
Dr. Arthur Tucker a West Fourteenth Street dentist appeared before Magistrate Meade with non support accusations from his wife Elma Tucker a fellow dentist of 208 West One Hundred Eleventh Street. The couple sparred over finances and morals as Tucker was ordered to pay $8 weekly and furnish a $500 bond or face six months in jail.
San Francisco June 10 Collector of the Port Stratton recommends that Su Shih Chin leader of the Reform Party be allowed to land under Section 6 of the Exclusion Act as a trader. He is held at the Pacific Mail dock pending Treasury decision and faces a 350000 reward.
Outdoor presentation of The Isle of Champagne drew a large crowd last evening. Frank Deshon won audience attention in the tomb scene, Frederic Knights played a dashing Prince, Villa Knox shone as Priscilla, and Mamie Gilroy impressed as Diana. A polished chorus and fine costumes and scenery completed the production.
A blaze at the General Military Hospital in the Presidio San Francisco destroyed three wards a kitchen a home and a medical ward. Several patients were injured and evacuated as fire crews fought the flames.
Smoke and explosions trap over thirty workers at Pittsburg Goal and Coke shaft No. 2 in Port Royal. Rescue efforts directed from Shaft No. 1 as two more blasts occur. authorities fear many may be lost while families gather at the scene awaiting word.
San Juan de Puerto Rico June 5 Governor Allen weighs free trade after Treasurer Hollander presents a Revenue Act report. Full implementation July 1 would cover island needs without customs duties. Legislature may be recalled after July 1. decision hinges on presidential proclamation.
William Blaikie for Murphy and McCormick moved in the Supreme Court before Justice Gildersleeve to set aside a Parsons judgment and grant a new trial. The case stems from Parsons Shepard Ogden who had previously earned $750 on a counterclaim and recovered large sums in related suits. Blaikie alleged juror Rosenbloom had ties to Parsons and spoke for him, with affidavits from Joyce and Vion supporting the claim. Gildersleeve reserved decision.
R B Wathen who claims ownership of 2000 in certificates sues the National Investment and Redemption Company and its successor the Kentucky Mutual Investment Company He seeks a receiver for the National Company and an injunction to halt fund distributions.
Land was purchased on Saturday for the world’s largest linseed oil mill to fight the trust. Stakes for the buildings were set today. E. Lewis Metzger of Philadelphia appears in the transaction with associate Guy G. Major, ex mayor and president of the American Linseed Company. The mill will be erected as speedily as possible.
Colorado travel ad promotes a new daily limited service on the Great Rock Island Route from Chicago to Colorado with overnight options. It claims best connections and convenient arrivals in Denver and Colorado Springs Manitou, including direct service to Manitou and cheap summer excursions to Colorado and Utah with special low rates on certain days. Details available from A. H. Morret, G. BP.A. 1 Broadway, New York.
The Actors Church Alliance held its second annual meeting at Berkeley Lyceum with Bishop Potter presiding. The audience heard poems and music, learned the membership rose from 703 to 1,573, and discussed ennobling the stage with internal reform while supporting labor protections for performers.
Rev Robert S Mac Arthur sparked questions at Calvary Baptist Church by hinting Ballington Booth and his father William Booth might reconcile. Ballington denied any change in relations and said Mac Arthur’s remark was based on rumors. Mac Arthur later said he was mistaken and that reconciliation is not in sight.
The Northampton Superior Court Grand Jury opened for the June term to hear Miss Mathé Burt, a Smith College inmate accused of stealing articles and about 3000 in value. Dr E B Williams, former Northampton insane asylum head, along with Dr J E Hanson and Dr Mary J Brewster, examined Burt at the jail for mental condition findings to be presented to the Grand Jury.
Senator Chauncey M. Depew tells Times reporters he has no marriage plans and has not met any widow in Europe. He laughs at the speculation and notes he sails next month as part of his regular European visits. He adds executors of Vanderbilt estate fees are to be decided in court and calls the executors gentlemen.
Two appeals for aid were presented to the New York Presbytery yesterday, a clergyman seeking $200 in salary and Rev. Herman P. Faust, a missionary to Hebrews, unpaid since April last. The presbytery rejected both pleas, while a pastor denounced the sale of his Zion Church site without prior consultation. The Rev. Mathew Mueller urged a permanent worship space, and a trustee committee was formed to address the matter. A minute on the death of Rev. Dr. Maltbie D. Babcock was referred to a three member committee.
At a Sunday meeting of Methodist preachers in New York City, City Magistrate Charles E. Teale urged ministers to focus on youths and associations rather than predestination. The discussion also attacked The New York Times over canteen coverage and condemned Sunday recreation. Yonkers lawyer Benjamin Adams recited his golf on Sunday case, noting a beer keg and a juror mix of a Socialist and three Jews.
Dr. Henry Pritchett of Boston president of the Massachusetts School of Technology is chosen by the Pan-American Board of Directors to serve as Awards Superintendent during the Exposition. A jury of awards will be appointed to work with him.
Washington reports PresidentMcKinley will miss his Buffalo Expos visit due to Mrs McKinley illness. Officials from Washington will attend including Admiral Dewey and Lieut Gen Miles. Miles will speak on Flag Day at the Exposition next Friday.
The Rev. C. A. Holla of Middletown conducts a thorough inquiry into the death of his brother, George Holla, whose body was found in a fence line with the face burned by acid. Investigators are examining circumstances and possible foul play in this grim case.
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