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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1911
Page
8
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Republican rebels on the Ways and Means Committee denounce the Underwood Bill lowering wool duties as a cold blooded measure. Payne Dazzell and allies say it would slaughter sheep, exposing tricks that inflate profits through compensatory and ad valorem duties.
The abrupt withdrawal of Gen. Reyes from Mexico's presidential contest unsettles the political scene. Reyes, aligned with conservative forces and once a leading anti re electionist, leaves Madero with a weaker opposition. Diaz exile and Reyes reluctance reduce his standing while Mexico seeks a strong opposition and orderly elections. The Provisional Government faces a tough task to maintain order ahead of voting. The Mexican Herald flags rising lawlessness on rural roads under Diaz and notes growing unrest as Madero begins his path forward.
The piece contrasts opponents who challenge Taft's public appeals on reciprocity with presidents past who spoke to the nation. It also analyzes the Third Avenue reorganization ruling, noting the court's limited review, the Commission's overreach, and the security holders' rights amid the plan's uncertain merits.
The article argues that major leaders from Lincoln to Roosevelt influenced public opinion and that the President should explain official conduct to the public. It compares speeches by Tart and McKixty to Roosevelt and urges the President to enlighten, convince, enlist, and lead public opinion.
The article discusses the clash between the railroad reorganizers and the Commission over valuation and earnings forecasts. It notes past earnings gains, potential surplus, and the broader implications for other reorganizations. It also touches on U.S. regulatory spirit in Massachusetts and New York and remarks on American diplomatic presence in Mexico and Venezuela.
A minister’s defense of athletic sport in relation to St Paul draws opposition. Critics say linking Paul to baseball misuses scripture and undermines Christian teaching, while praising wholesome athletics but avoiding apostolic references.
A Caracas cable notes American residents seek a special envoy and battleship for Venezuela's independence centennial. The article questions if Venezuela has reason to feel slighted and cites existing U S officials in Caracas while acknowledging possible reasons against appointing a special ambassador to avoid pressuring local diplomats.
The article argues for federal control of port quarantine duties, praising Dr Doty and Marine Hospital Service while criticizing local politicians. It then lambasts New York City pavements, urging replacement with well‑built surfaces and immediate repair to reduce long term costs and urban ugliness.
Frank S. Gardner secretary of the New York Board of Trade and Transportation explains the Canal Terminals bill drafted with the Barge Canal Commission. The plan aims for flexible yet definite terminal locations, relies on local agreement for New York City land, and requires charter amendments but avoids city revenue impairment. The note honors city state cooperation and outlines acquisition by agreement rather than condemnation.
The author argues curbstones and blank walls hide a billposter's activity done in darkness. A bill remains exposed by time and weather until it fades. The real target is the man whose wares or desires the post exposes, not the billposter. Anyone can act against him, and ignorance of the agent's intent is no defense.
Frederick Lynch announces the First Universal Races Congress to be held at the University of London from July 26 to 29 1911. Delegates from fifty countries include Presidents of Parliament judges and educators with aims to study relations between West and East white and colored peoples and foster understanding cooperation and friendly sentiment. Readers are invited to attend and request a delegate letter from General Secretary G Spiller.
New York June 12 1911 Mark J Katz profiles Rear Admiral Adolph Marix U S N retired in a commemorative overview. The piece recalls Marix's role in the Manzanillo engagement during the Spanish American War, his long sea service across the Atlantic and Pacific, and his later posts including Chief of the Bureau of Coast Guard and Transportation and chair of the Lighthouse Board.
Reader cites twenty year city transformation with rising foreigners and dirty sections. Letter argues for a planned propaganda of clean living to preserve beauty and health of New York, urging reforms of congestion and tenement policy. June 10 1911 letters from Elias Brown and Benjamin C. Marsh discuss housing bills and congestion.
Charles B Milford commends Trip Times for publishing Andrew Carnegie interview in the simplified spelling forms used by him in the Sunday edition of June 11. He says the publication helps readers judge the value of simplified spelling in actual use.
The McAneny subway report remains unfinished after delays and postponements. Board of Estimate meetings are rescheduled for noon and 12:30 with the report to be received then. McAneny cites printer slowness and plans to finish draft by tomorrow after late night work.
Residents of Forest Hill in Cleveland organize a Wednesday reception for John D. Rockefeller upon his return. Neighbors and friends will greet him at the station as the house is refreshed with white sides and a red roof and windows. Mrs. Rockefeller chosen the color and ordered two coats.
A Trenton High School auditorium installed a pipe organ with a self play and echo features, similar to Mr. Clark's organ. The school raised funds from October 1910 to April 1911 through pupil efforts, and the instrument is noted as the only public school organ with a self-player attachment. A separate plea for aid supports a blind stonecutter's family, with prior contributions acknowledged from The New York Times readers.
A. H of New York argues in favor of six months' military training for young men as beneficial, contrasting it with the anti-canteen law seen as harmful to health and temperance. The letter, dated June 10, 1911, expresses support for Gen. Wood's enlistment plan and opposes prolonged civilian unrest.
Abraham Gruber reflects on a neighbor who cultivates rose vines for all to enjoy. He notes the owner bears cost and labor, yet the neighbor's generosity makes the speaker rich in beauty and shared joy. The piece argues for communal growth over selfish ownership.
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