Federal and State Regulation in Minnesota Rate Case
The Supreme Court supports state rate cuts on intra state business but limits their effect on inter state commerce. It affirms that state action must stay within constitutional bounds and warns Congress may override if national needs demand. Railroads gain protection amid regulated, non confiscatory rates and secure predictable returns.
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Supreme Court
Minnesota Railroad Commission
Inter-State Commerce Commission
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Congress
Speatens
Minnesota Commission
Minneapolis & St. Louis
Underground trolley plan on Central Park West debated
The proposal to place trolley tracks underground on Central Park West from Fifty ninth Street to 110th Street gains support of many property owners. Critics warn surface transit remains more convenient for residents between stations. stations would be a quarter of a mile apart. A future motor omnibus line could compete for fares, and overall traffic relief is uncertain.
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American Team Triumphs in Polo Debut at Meadow Brook
The Americans beat the English military team in the first Meadow Brook polo match marking a notable international win. Players Whitney, Waterbury and Milburn helped secure the cup as public sentiment leaned toward the English, with broader notes on billiards tennis and baseball showcasing American sports strength.
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Whitney
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Milburn
Willie Hoppe
Yamaada
Japan
Hoppe
Leland Stanford University
California
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Capt. Dovust
The Newspap Publicity Law Underscores Press Strain
The piece challenges the Supreme Court ruling upholding a publicity law forcing newspapers to disclose private affairs. It argues the rider was crafted to pass court scrutiny and insists the postal regulation power justifies it, while condemning the law as an unnecessary burden on papers with no public benefit.
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Congress
Two Trees Defies Postal Advertising Requirement
In a bold stance The Times condemns a publicity rule as base and detestable. It argues the newspaper has nothing to conceal and rejects any advertisement labeling for paid content. The piece urges voters to elect a more capable Senate and House to repeal the law.
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Senate
Appointments of Policemen Reform Debate
The Curran Committee urges reestablishing independent police appointment investigations by the Civil Service Commission and allows promotion from the top three list. Critics say this splits responsibility, while supporters note the need for reform of recruit tests and clearer records of rehearing decisions, citing Campbell as a flagrant example.
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Waxno
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Civil Service Commission
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Topics of the Times Weather Skepticism
The piece argues people misjudge recent weather due to memory bias and that reports of severe storms are often myths. It notes that records are broken occasionally but cautions memory, especially of the elderly, overstate past extremes while climatic cooling hypotheses remain debated.
Weather Wonders: Record Cold Dawn Sways Public Moods
The past two days mark the coldest June in years as Government observers note how weather feels differ with conditions. Humidity wind and rain shape human sensations more than any single measure, making familiar thunderstorms seem more severe when exposed and milder from shelter.
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Clergy Protest Against Modern Marrying Standards and Spelling Debate
The piece critiques Methodist views on marriage amid rising scientific insight, arguing clergy should guide versus parental authority. It discusses the spread of knowledge on hygiene and heredity, urging responsible clerical oversight and warning of consequences for future generations. It also debates whether poor spelling signals illiteracy, noting spelling varies by usage and that education does not guarantee perfect spelling.
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Gatton
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A. F. Campbell
CamMpspeth
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Harry
Ready poem prompt sparks debate on female mosquito biology
Nathan Haskell Dole of Boston protests a New York Times poem titled Ready. He argues the line about a pesky mosquito winning a bill misstates science since the female mosquito is the biting sex. He urges rearranging the verse to reflect that fact.
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New York Times
Kentucky
Kipling
Lurana Sheldon
Nathan Haskell Dole
Boston
Mass
Protest Over Sunday Work on Catskill Aqueduct Project
A New York taxpayer Fred Hourman voices opposition to contractors on the New York City Catskill aqueduct end. He argues public work and city funds pay for Sunday labor and questions the practice. The letter is dated June 10 and reflects local civic dissatisfaction with weekend construction.
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New York Times
New York City
Newark City
Fred “Hourman
New York
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Greek for Stenographers Reference Note
A brief note cites a correspondent who wished his stenographer to learn a little Greek to assist with ongoing work. The remark reflects practical aims of language study in professional transcription.
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New York Times
Japanese Barred From Y M C A Sparks National Debate
Kiyoshi K. Kawakami of Momence Illinois argues that excluding Japanese from Y M C A chapters on the Pacific Coast and in Hawaii reflects racial discrimination. He cites Honolulu Los Angeles and San Francisco episodes and urges Christian unity and fair treatment for Japanese converts and applicants. He notes upcoming religious conferences should address this issue.
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International Committee of the
Young Men’s Christian Association
Wilson
China
California
Christian Brotherhood
Doremus Scudder
Honolulu
Los Angeles
University of Southern California
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Association
San Francisco
Seattle
Portland
Kiyoshi K. Kawakami
Col Lamps Spelling Satire Sparks Letter War
A reader under the signature Ortho gram defends satirical jab on school grammar and spelling. Arthur Weld of Boston criticizes the wording and spelling in a Times reply, sparking a back and forth over orthography and interpretation.
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New York Times
Times
Arthur Weld
Boston
New York Times Company Statement of Circulation
A dated statement from 1913 shows circulation figures for the New York Times with attestations by Joseph F. Macdonald and Adolf S. Ochs. The document records copies sold or distributed and subscriber counts for months around 1912 to 1915, noting commissions and dates of certification.
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New York Times
York Times
Adolph
OCHS
Joseph F. MacDonald
Fireworks sale restrictions outlined by City Fire Commissioner
Fire Commissioner Johnson released a statement clarifying Fourth of July fireworks sales follow Municipal Section 232 rules. The proposed permit ban covers premises like tenement houses and public amusements. exceptions require an approved automatic fire-safety system and compliance with storage and material restrictions.
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Municipal Josives Commission
Toulouse
Damaged Uniforms Replaced by New York Police Dept
Police Department of the City of New York, on June 10, 1913, reimburses a police officer for uniforms or equipment rendered unserviceable through proper duty performance according to a letter from correspondent K L M. Statement signed by D I McKay First Deputy Commissioner.
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City of New York
New York
The
New York Times
D. I. McKay
Typographical correction in letter to day
An observer from New York on June 10, 1913 requests correcting a typo in a letter about English Board Schools. The writer notes that boarding school is different from Board School, with Board Schools being government funded and salaries fixed by Government.
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New York Times
New York
Observer
Come Home Mother Dear From The Anti's Infant
A poem laments a mother’s absence from family life and opposes women’s suffrage. The speaker pleads for the mother to return home to care for her infant, contrasting traditional duties with public political activity. The piece names LURANA SHELDON as the signature.
New Jersey Gubernatorial Fight Draws Wilson Interest
In Washington Democratic leaders from New Jersey discuss the upcoming New Jersey gubernatorial race. President Wilson has not endorsed a candidate and opposes Frank Katzenbach. Possible choices include Gov. Fielder and Jersey City Mayor Otto Wittpenn, both aligned with Wilson policies.
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Washington
New Jersey
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Fielder
Otto Wittpenn
Jersey City
Wittpenn
Deiocracy
Hearing Set On Race Bias Claim In 47th Brooklyn Regiment
Albany June 10 Hearing on claim Sergeant Samuel Lithman was denied promotion in the Forty seventh Regiment of Brooklyn because of race will be held June 19 at 4 PM. Governor Sulzer said the case will receive full and fair consideration and be examined thoroughly. Ward Lauterbach will represent Littman. Judge Leo may attend.
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New York Times
Albany
Samuel Lithman
Forty Seventh Regiment
Brooklyn
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Ward Lauterbach
Takes Up Highway Cases
Special to The New York Times Albany June 10 following his assertion that his office force would act for all prosecutions on the port of a present case in a highway in the Mr at county as been instructed to report his findings A Horney Genera youn Brice.
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Watpo
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Bingham
Baker
Waldo
New York Times
Albany
James A
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