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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1908
Page
6
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The article argues that elder statesmen are discredited and that the public leans to a new generation led by vigorous men like Longs and Townsends. It contrasts Roosevelt and Bryan, notes turmoil in Maine, and reports on a $12,000,000 piano makers combine alongside anti trust and dog curfew debates. It treats the era’s political shifts as a dawn of energetic leadership.
The piece critiques Mr. Choate for speaking beyond his brief about a Chicago Alton affair and criticizes the use of personal reproach in a high profile legal and governmental debate. It discusses judicial restraint, ministerial responsibility in Russia, and public governance.
An offer from The New York Times outlines mailing options for Daily and Sunday editions. Rates listed 75 cents per month for some zones and 50 cents per month for the Daily Edition. Orders can be sent via newsdealers or mailed to the Publication Office at 1006 Bryant.
Opposition in the Assembly to the McCarren bill seeks to protect honest representation in party conventions after Senate passage. William Barnes Jr supports the measure as Albany leader promoting broader party management views. The bill is praised by sensible politicians and public opinion across parties for reinforcing primary law protections of active party members' will in nominations.
An editorial notes the idle nearly 400000 freight cars left railways free to carry fruit and goods. It argues the peach crop will benefit New York farmers and consumers as rail capacity expands this year, boosting exports and trade despite political concerns.
The article recalls Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman's French toast to the Russian Duma and notes the dissolved prior Duma. It discusses the new Duma elected to favor landowners, challenging the government’s expectations and signaling a broader political dynamic beyond subservience to the Court party.
A column titled Topics of the Times profiles J. B. a young man plagued by persistent attention from older women in his boarding house. The piece jokes about how he might avoid advances without offense and notes many would seek to comfort or guide him, while promising not to publish his name.
HAM has acted promptly to pressure the Commissioner on the release of GoRMLEY on a light bail. The piece urges finding fault with police and magistrate handling, noting GORMLEY’s capture was competent police work and suggesting accountability for the escape decision.
Charles F. Riderr objects to W T Stead claiming origin of the 2 cent ocean postage idea and asserts J Henniker Heaton drafted a world wide penny postage plan as early as 1587 according to his view. He notes Hon George Von L Meyer helped finalize the arrangement starting October 1. New York City June 8 1908.
A New York letter from June 7 1908 requests guidance from Dr Lee on how women in a large city can meet desirable men for marriage. The writer notes many employed women seek husbands for economic security and cites factory workers and office staff before asking for practical meeting opportunities. The piece reflects social expectations and gender roles of the era.
A reader criticizes reserved benches in Union Square occupied by disreputable men. He urges police to enforce rules fairly, arguing fathers with families should not be displaced. The letter voices frustration at selective policing and public seating etiquette.
A spoof ad style poem touts the Hotel Suitem Pleasem near the Atlantic cliffs. It exalts salt breezes and fashion, promising ready rooms and quick leasing while urging families to flee the city for summer leisure. The piece closes crediting Walter Beverley Crane.
Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant notes that he resigned due to family duties and financial strain on the Pacific Coast. He applied in March for a leave of absence until July and tendered his resignation to take effect then.
A letter from I.E. Funk in New York on June 14 argues that confidence boosts commerce and that businessmen should act as trustees of the general welfare. He cites stable early year activity, calls for optimism despite gloom, and urges editors to avoid doom-and-gloom reports while praising enterprise and collective effort.
In a June 19 1968 Brooklyn letter to the editor the author questions the street car campaign slogan about the Eighth Commandment. The writer debates phrasing about fare evasion and public service ethics and asks if invoking divine law is sincere or self serving by corporations and receivers.
An East River traveler protests flagpoles on the towers of New York’s bridges. He asks why they exist and urges removal to preserve the Brooklyn Bridge’s beauty, arguing they mar the landmark while not disfiguring the Williamsburg Bridge.
A letter from B. R. Meiley in New York urges voters to speak up and oppose bossism and powerful trusts. The writer predicts a quick change once the people take a stand, hoping civic action will free the public from corporate dominance.
A cor nell cor segment quotes Sir Purdon Carke on graft in art sales. He urges labeling prices on pictures and art objects to educate the public and curb theft by bargain hunters, noting dealers often pass prices to private owners while buyers seek bargains. He cites Ruskin on bargains and says museums should set standard prices.
Washington reports a government led effort to print 200 million dollars more currency daily under the Currency act. Director Joseph Ralph spearheads plate changes across Kansas City Chicago St Louis and other cities with emphasis on small denominations to support the fall crop movement.
Several large downtown National banks held directors meetings and—following a Clearing House plan—authorized their executives to join the National Currency Association under the Aldrich-Vreeland act. The National Bank with A Barton Hepburn as chairman is part of the organizing committee. The Treasury has not yet drawn up official specifications, but local papers were prepared with counsel advice, and Secretary Cortelyou may adopt New York terms for wider use.
The liquidation plan for the National Bank of North America via Assets Realization Company of Philadelphia was approved by the bank’s major stockholders including Knickerbocker Trust. Led by Charles W. Morse, the plan aims to remove remaining assets from Receiver Hanna and pay depositors first while preserving value through gradual liquidation, with committees canvassing nonparticipants for cooperation.
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