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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1910
Page
8
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The piece critiques Taft administration handling of insurgents and rail policy, noting Wickersham and MacVeagh reports, La Follette influence, and Senate divisions. It warns that government actions resemble profiteering by law, risking constitutional principles and promoting sectionalism over patriotism. It also covers waste and graft in The City Record printing, and mentions Canadian royal opinion on Duke of Connaught and the Governor General.
The City Record and city reports reveal waste and larcenies totaling at least 40 percent of city printing, says the Mayor's Committee of Inquiry. It argues that ownership could save about 150000 on City Record printing, 100000 on department reports, and 120000 on stationery and blanks.
The American Grocer June 8 condemns grocers for buying mostly South American coffee, selling as Arabian Media and East Indian Java at 100 to 150 percent profit. It cites ads for fancy coffees priced 13 to 14 cents, retailed 27 to 35 cents, and argues major retailers profit 6 to 7 percent while petty dealers extort. It argues price deception, weighing and measuring fraud, and predicts dominance of large retail grocers as they expand.
An authoritative note proclaims the Duke of Connaught appointed Governor General of Canada. Canadians savor the honor, noting royal apathy on feelings while royalty remains tight lipped. Past parallels with the Marquis of Lorne fascinate Ottawa society as winter festivities glow. Prince Arthur or his family may visit Ottawa, New York, and Washington, promising broad American interest.
The State of South Carolina questions fried chicken as a Southern staple, while The Children’s Aid Society reports on summer charity guests and ongoing medical and preventive work in New York City. It urges contributions to fund convalescent care and caregiver training, naming A. B. Hepburn and C. Lorina Brace as contacts.
The piece notes a NA Masters of Dancing rule limiting waltz tempo and urges distinctive dress for attendees at social events. It laments waiter attire resembling guests and praises reformers, caterers, and merchants for backing clearer sartorial distinction and avoiding social confusion.
Society columns predict a vast exodus from New York as millions plan summer escapes and country stays. The piece notes four million residents accustomed to yearlong city life and highlights a few notable families beginning sea or hillside sojourns as guests of the New York Children's Aid Society, with vacation routines shifting from crowded tenements to open air retreats.
The piece argues aviation remains experimental, with Hamilton’s flight proving the craft’s promise. It predicts refinements, larger dedicated factories, fewer accidents, and aviation becoming safer and more integrated, while noting pilots’ diverse temperaments and ambitions.
The piece argues that National Guardsmen oppose Fourth of July parades, preferring rest and recreation over marching in uniform. It notes the irony of a warlike nation avoiding military display while others celebrate independence with leisure plans, urging deeper defense preparation and patriotism.
John Bigelow writes to Samuel W. McCall in June 1910 expressing dismay over an amended bill for a statue to Samuel J. Tilden. He notes the shift from a $59,000 statue to a $2,500 bust and declines service on the commission, calling the change an insult to the late statesman.
Louise Medary Loupy of New York writes of meeting Samuel J. Tilden at Gramercy Park and Yonkers Greystone in childhood. She recalls his gentle nature and grand stature, praising him as a hero and urging a monument to his memory. The letter is dated June 15, 1910.
The Chattanooga Times profiles Hon. John M. Bright of Lincoln County near Fayetteville aged ninety five. Born in 1816, he served as a U S congressman for ten years and became a Confederate Brigadier General. He witnessed administrations from Polk to Johnson and remained a lifelong student with no enemies.
George B. Loud, chairman of the Memorial Committee of the Grand Army of the Republic of New York, states no authority exists for claims that New York and Brooklyn posts will march in a gala day event. He notes no request has been made and any such request would be handled at the committee’s monthly meeting. New York, June 13, 1910.
Henry Moskowitz urges Mayor Gaynor to create a ceremonial welcome for new Americans at public schools and city events. He criticizes Naturalization Bureau graft and calls for joint city federal action to dignify citizenship with ritual, music, and speeches. Published June 13, 1910.
Albert M. Fulton Jr praises The Times for promoting aviation advances led by Hamilton from New York to Philadelphia and back in a day. He credits Israel Ludlow as the true aviation pioneer and urges an exhibition flight over New York on June 18 to welcome home the former president.
A reader lashes out at Andrew S Draper State Education Commissioner and his book American Education. The writer questions reforms urge accountability for educators and ridicules the so called education system as delusion and folly. The piece predicts a tough season for pedagogues and calls out feigned professionalism in schooling.
A letter from GL F questions the government issued post cards for their bleak blue color and poor usability, arguing they add to a sense of melancholy and burden in the nation. The writer asks if any government has the right to impose such somber stationery on citizens.
A New Kind of Special Car criticizes public transport for trains on the subway and elevated lines. The writer urges the Public Service Commission to equip trains with exclusive cars for women described as "the woman with the long hatpins."
Poem praising Theodore Roosevelt as a model of civic virtue and heroism. The piece extols his strength, courage, and leadership, portraying him as the embodiment of liberty and national spirit.
Canon William Sheafe Chase and the Sunday Observance Association of Kings County vow to block five Sunday afternoon Philharmonic Society concerts at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Loudon Charlton of the Philharmonic defends the program, insisting the events will proceed despite opposition.
In Jerome vouchsafed arguments the live poultry trust case was adjourned to the Fall calendar of General Sessions after affidavits indicated material testimony by defendant Samuel Werner. Jerome questioned why more wholesalers were not tried, and objected to demurrer procedure as judges ruled.
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