Governor Huey vetoes two cent fare bill amid railways dispute
The governor’s veto of the two cent fare bill draws mixed political reactions as railways and business groups argue for relief or restraint. He argues for orderly tariff regulation through Public Utilities law, stressing justice to both sides and cautioning against arbitrary rate changes.
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Road to Reform and Railways Power Clash
The critic argues that confinement to amending bad laws would have yielded better gains than new laws of doubtful merit. His victories are hardly victories, and his prestige among reasoning men has fallen. Gov. Hughes, however, stands ready to regulate the State railways with authority unmatched by any other state chief.
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French winegrowers clash with government over tax strike
Montpelier and surrounding towns brace amid a growing winegrowers revolt led by M Ferrovit and M Albert demanding tax relief and rapid political action. Observers note disorder risks as Paris faces pressure to ease restrictions while regional leaders push for immediate renewal of pledges.
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The Japanese Jingoes and International Tensions
A critical sketch of jingoism in Japan amid U S Japan treaty tensions. It contrasts sensational rumors with verisimilitude and notes the Progressive Party’s role in stoking anti foreign sentiment while the government maintains friendliness and U S assurances.
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Theatrical Censorship in England Under Fire
A critique of Lord Chamberlain censorship argues it fails to protect public morality and sensibilities. It notes bans on plays like Insen Ghosts and Dead City, licenses for Zaza and Sapho, and mocks the Mikado incident on a Japanese warship visit. The piece calls for smarter censorship focused on harm reduction.
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Theodore Roosevelt Harvard records reveal ranking and studies
The Harvard Graduates Magazine notes Theodore Roosevelt ranked twenty first in class at Harvard. He favored small Latin and less Greek with studies in German French Italian Natural History Political Economy and he scored well above 89 percent in prescribed courses. He excelled in mathematics and political economy while preparing for a future reformist tariff and currency policy.
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Summer Reading Guide Preview in Saturday Review of Books
A special Summer Reading Number by Tom New York Tinxs SaTUR day Review of Books promises a comprehensive catalog of over 100 notable titles plus expert articles. William Aspenwall Brabler Lewis Melville contribute notes, Huprcarps Hawthorne and Cureton Scontaro offer viewpoints, Hawthorne writes on books and holidays, Scottard critiques poets versus publishers.
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Brooklyn Heights Railroad Crash Verdict Gains Attention
The County Court jury awarded Mrs. Henry 176.57 for injuries from a Brooklyn Bridge crowd crush and the paper questions whether the verdict will stand. It notes the novel claim that the railway company bore responsibility for safety at busy bridge entrances and predicts potential appeals and corporate legal costs.
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More land bill faces hurdles in enforcing liquor ban
The More land bill signed by Gov. Hooves aims to bar liquor sales to repeat felons or misdemeanants after a mayor or police chief issues a warning. Observers doubt practical enforcement, citing notification challenges and possible evasion, though supporters see value in separating lawbreakers from alcohol.
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The Negroes and the Near-Negroes in Washington
A Washington dispatch reports colored society is stirred and angered by a bold effort to draw members into social circles across complexion shades. The piece notes white men are not the drivers of this division and mentions the nuanced social tensions among Negroes and near-Negroes.
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Descent and Social Status in Mixed Race Identities
A historical reflection on color lines and class in a racially mixed society. The piece notes the fingerprint stain as a marker of mixed race, discusses why blood theory fails to determine social rank, and describes how Black communities themselves enforce distinctions between "really black" and saddle-colored individuals, fueling enmities and shaping the broader racial problem.
Flower theft in Central Park shocks observer
James C. Bayles reports widespread flower theft in Central Park on June 10 1907. He describes women and children stripping azaleas and white flowering shrubs, using a baby carriage to transport blooms, with no park attendants seen. He tried to intervene and even considered pressing charges but found no guard on duty at 104th Street entrance.
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Passages on Squirrels and Coons Stir Debate in Traps
Ellis Lewis of Milford Penn. submits a letter dated June 9 1907 arguing minor inaccuracies in Mr Long's animal tales. He defends red squirrel cheek pouches and disputes claims that a coon buried feathers or feigned guilt, citing observed opossums and local hunting season anecdotes.
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Neglected Little Grave at Claremont Seeks Repair
A New York woman urges The Times to advocate repairing the grave of child Clair Pollock at Claremont Riverside Drive. She offers $5 and hopes many others, with a total of about $100, will fund a new fence, recut inscription, and restoration, noting the grave is in age and history worthy of care.
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Salaries at Columbia Spark Reader Debate
Readers confront E M Shepard letter claiming City College salaries of 4750 compare unfavorably with Columbia University pay. The piece notes many Columbia professors earn less than 4750 and suggests Shepard missed Butler's trustees report.
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The Recount Folly Debated in 1907 Letter
Charles M. Hoffman of New York voices sharp critique of a recount bill. He accuses the measure of intentional dishonesty and argues the Legislature should have exposed its flaws before passage. He asks why opponents did not press objections earlier.
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Public figures and the Recount bill controversy
Carrington Adams reflects on governors advocacy of the Recount bill, noting the disappointment of many who respect his public service and questioning whether the measure deserves such support. He fears placing the governor on a pedestal may be too high given the bill's perceived injustice and absurdity.
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City accountants raise alarm over prevailing rate claims
William Steele Grey argues against inflated totals for the New York City prevailing rate claims. He cites figures showing claims far below reported amounts and criticizes officials including Coler Grout and Metz for employing a large staff of statisticians to oversee these settlements.
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Post Office Accountants Not British in 1907 Letter
In the June 8 issue a letter signed Public Accountant claims the Post Office Department employs British accountants to organize its accounts. Dickinson, Wilmot and Ferrrett and Deloitte, Plender, Griffiths and Co. counters that they are American citizens with firms based in New York for nearly twenty years and active in U S cities. Washington, June 10, 1907.
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Letters on What to Eat Reflect Shortage in 1907 Times
A New York letter from June 11 1907 argues prosperity leaves food scarcity as the real difficulty rather than deciding what to eat, noting the challenge is obtaining any sustenance.
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The Days of the Lesser Thing Poem Parody
A verse lament about modern life and art in a satirical tone. It ridicules technology, loveless marriages, and hollow trends. The speaker claims society has reached a peak of emptiness with faulty ideals and a springy decline.
War Peril Scouted by Secretary Root
Secretary Root declined to discuss the Japanese situation amid market rumors and tensions over San Francisco disturbances. Officials insist no war danger exists as Tokyo opposition factions and labor tensions are cited as internal political matters.
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Interest Shown in Berlin on US Japan Ties
June 11 reports say Foreign Office and diplomatic corps in Berlin focus on relations between the United States and Japan after Tokyo and Washington telegrams. Japanese Embassy officials are reserved, Foreign Office silent, and German observers fear rising ill will toward the United States.
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Army's farewell to Kuroki in Washington
Acting Chief of Staff Brig. Gen. Duvall telegrams Gen. Kuroki from Seattle expressing high appreciation for his telegram and visit. He notes Bell's absence and extends best wishes on behalf of the army and Washington.
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