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New York Times

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1903

Page

7

Vancott Denies Postal Scandal Amid Inquiries In City

Assistant US District Attorney Ernest Baldwin says no postal scandal has been brought to the federal prosecutor. Ten Washington inspectors remained in the city after a May Grand Jury session, questioning clerks and officials while officials deny any misconduct. Local figures including Postmaster Van Cott defend the department, noting historical physician staffing and rent arrangements for post office properties.

Washington Imade United States District Ernest Baldwin United States ‘District Post Office General Post Office Gureaus United States Henkel New-York Want Cott Canmdidiv Belove Roosevelt Richard Wim. Cett Senator Platt Senate Richardson Richard van Cott Tullowsz Amy Sen Wes Fell James New York Walter R.gillette Edward, K. Morgan Jdr Charles, Av. Badeau Clement Cleveland Driggs van Cott Grand Central Palace Sonny Pet

Investigation of New York Post Office Under Review

Inspector Cochran in Washington confers with Assistant Bristow on the New York Post Office inquiry. A letter from ex-Congressman Driggs of Brooklyn explains his attorney role for a cash-register company supplying the office. Officials say irreglarities are not numerous, though newspaper claims are often exaggerated.

Rata Post Office Richardson Edmund H. Driggs Brooklyn Congress New York Washington Cochran New York Post Office Bristow Driggs House Beavers

Bid dispute over printing money orders heard

First Assistant Postmaster General Wynne and Superintendent Metcalfe heard two bidders for the money order contract. Counselor Wynkoop Haudenbeck of New York contended the lowest bidder Paul Herman of New Jersey could not do the work for 175000. Herman offered to establish a plant and furnish bonds and bank certificates to prove fitness and standing.

Washington Wynne Metcalfe Money Order Service Wynkoop Herman Ele Robb

New Parcels Post Order Cuts Germany United States limit

The parcels post between the United States and Germany allowed packages up to eleven pounds but now reduces to four pounds. The United States and German authorities agreed to the change, aiming to limit weight for cross ocean parcels. Officials say the parcels post remains a loss for the U S Postal Service despite the adjustment.

Germany New York Times Washington United States West

Goff criticizes delays in Kellogg appeal case

Prosecutors come under fire as Recorder Gott questions the late appeal submission by James B. Kellogg on his 3 year old grand larceny conviction. District Attorney Jerome says appeals backlog delayed action due to heavy workload, noting similar delays in other cases like Valentine and Fender bucket shop convictions.

Goff Johnston James B. Kellogg Kellogg Gott Peice Dellay Jerome Hiss Valentine & Fender

Arnold and Byrne Sell Property to Charles Tischhnett

The firm Arnold and Byrne sold William H. Jack's property to Charles Tischhnett at the southeast corner of One Hundred and Seventeenth Street and Eighth Avenue. The transaction covers seven houses with a total price around $200,000.

Arnold&. Byrne William H. Jack Charles Tischhnett Hundred and Seventeenth Street Eighth Avenue

In the Shops For Warm Weather Fashions Inexpensive Purses And Buttons

A garage of fall toward light furs and long-haired wools appear in the shops with updated wraps and capes. Children’s suits, Norfolk jackets, and brass button details show a range from practical to ornate. Hats, purses, and decorative buttons in various styles, including imitation pearl and painted designs, are featured with prices and fashion notes.

Newport Society Awaits Independence Day Movements

Newport society notes echo a quiet season with many departures for the resort and no entertainments until after July 4. Multiple prominent families including the Vanderbilts Astors Goolets and Pratts are sailing or staying at New York clubs and coastal villas. Several weddings honeymoons and summer travels are outlined alongside yacht movements and summer arrangements at Claridge's and Lennox.

Newport social pages note summer guests and arrivals

Countess Zborowski expected at Pumpelly cottage Newport after arriving New York from England. Le Roy Emmet, Egerton L Winthrop, Pembroke Jones estate denial, and numerous other society names listed as arriving at cottages and hotels for the season. Notables include Dr. William T. Bull, Melville Bull, H. A. Johnson, Charles Pfizer family, and Goelet heirs arriving for the Newport summer season.

Newport R.L Countess Zborowski France Gibbs Avenue New York Mowbray England Cedric Herrmann le Roy Emmet H. A. Johnson P. A. Stockton East Wareham Mass Clarence Pell Miss Bell Howland Rhode Island Avenue Egerton L Winthrop Bellevue Avenue Pembroke Jones Chistopher M. Bell Melville Bull Europe Wilson United States Navy Reginald Norman William W. Vaunviena New_York Thomas.o. Selfridge Washington Jamestown Harris T. Smith Natalie Smith Pedaneiship Bayview Hotel Robert Goelet Ogden Goelet Sidney J. Smith

Carringtons Plan Summer Home in Greenwich Conn

Special to The New York Times from Chicago reports Mr and Mrs William T Carrington of the Auditorium Annex will move to New York City soon. They are having plans drawn for a spacious Summer home on six acres they purchased in Greenwich Connecticut.

New York Times Chicago William_T. Carrington New York City Greenwich Conn

Ridge wedding unites Ella May Ridge and William McClintic

At 6 West One Hundred Seventh Street Miss Ella May Ridge daughter of Richard R Ridge married William Samuel McClintic an Inspector of Ordinance in the United States Navy stationed at Pittsburgh The ceremony was by Rev Louis A Banks of Grace Methodist Episcopal Church with Maids of honor Nina and Elizabeth Ridge sisters of the bride and best man Herbert W Bell.

Richard R. Ridge West One Hundred and Seventh Street Ella May Ridge Wiliam Samuel McClintic Ordnannce United States Navy Pittsburg Louis A. Banks Grace Methodist Episcopal Church Nina Elizabeth Ridge Herbert W. Bell

Lawsuit Filed Over Fatal Utz Truck Accident

Charles A. Welles as administrator sues James Buckley and Charles F. Neattlage executors of William Utz estate Hoboken truckman for 100000 damages. A box fell from a Utz truck in front of a building on May 9, killing Miss Welles.

Charles A. Welles T. Welles James Buckley Charles F. Neattlage William Utz Hoboken Utz Pun Miss Welles

Knickerbocker Girl Opens in New York Farce

The Herald Square Theatre hosts The Knickerbocker Girl in which Danero is revealed as a South American land. George Totten Smith is credited as discoverer inventor. The plot blends song and satire with a golf club setting and varied performances by Josephine Hall Harry Kelley and W. H. Sloan. Edythe Moyer injures a knee but the chorus delivers catchy tunes.

Danero George Totten Smith South America Herald Square Theatre Eee Peneates Vermont Harry Kelley Josephine Hall Heidelberg W. H. Sloan Washington Sidney Deane Miss Hall Messrs. Kelley Sloan Alfred E. Aarons Walnut Street Theatre Philadelphia Edythe Moyer Third Avenue Harlem Manistee Broadway

Ovation for Fay Templeton at the Casino

Fay Templeton drew a near riot of applause last night as she appeared in The Runaways at the Casino. Her performances as Josey May and the opera queen imitating Mrs. Leslie Carter and Lillian Russell sparked long cheers. The show featured new bits and a “tree of truth” gimmick with orange rain and humorous acts by Hardtack and Fleecem.

Fay Templeton Josey May Leslie Carter Lillian Russell Hardtack John D. Gilbert Ses Solomon Mindoo Belle Miss Templeton

The Rivals Opens Murray Hill Theatre Week

The Murray Hill Theatre opened the week with The Rivals and drew hearty laughter despite a small audience. George Henry Trader played Bob Acres with Walter Allen as Sir Lucius O T rigger and Frances Starr as Lydia Languish leading a satisfactory cast.

Murray Hill Theatre Malaprop New York George Henry Trader Bob Acres Walter Allen Lucius O’trigger Sir Anthony Absolute Frances Starr Lydia Languish Isabel Q O’ Madigan Mrs. Malaprop Sheldon Lewis Captain Absolute Edward Morrison Taulkland

New York Theatre Roundup Announces Summer Plans

News of the players reports Pain’s Pompeii premier at Manhattan Beach in honor of New York’s Liederkranz Society with 2000 attendees. Frohman summons Andrew Mack to England. Grace George to tour, while Mrs. Leslie Carter is honored at a Hotel Marie Antoinette dinner. Charles Kent plans summer work in Prince Edward Island. Giant crocodile exhibits arrive for Sea Beach Aquarium at Coney Island. Thalia Theatre denial of demolition and lease for another year. Fred Bert’s engagements affect Grace George’s winter schedule. Pretty Peggy slated for Oct 5 in New York.

Pain Pompeii Manhattan Beach Liederkranz Society of New York Fepinee Klaw & Shrlanger Fred Bert William A. Brady Grace George Miss George Philadelphia Peggy

Fimong the Burnham Phillips Uniforms and Civilian Sitings

Advertises uniforms and clothing items including clerical and military outfits with trade to order. Civilian sitings priced from 25 dollars and civilian trouserings from 6 59. Located at 119 121 Nassau Street.

Rain Cancels Outdoor Columbia Performance

The Woodland Players under Ben Greet canceled last night’s open air showing of As You Like It at South Field Columbia due to rain. The show moves to tonight and Wednesday with matinée and evening performances. tickets from last night will be honored. Henry E. Dixey stars in The Music at the Garrick, extending its run through the final two weeks. Chicago contracts require Power's Theatre presentation on June 2.

Southfield Columbia University Woodland Players Ben Greet Garrick Heatre Henry E. Dixey Garrick Chicago Power's

Broadway and vaudeville listings at city theaters

Amusements section catalogs shows at venues across New York including Prince of Pilsen The Runaways Pacing the Music The Blonde in Black Venice in New York Wizard of Oz Earl of Pawtucket The Rivals Who Is Brown Creature and his band and Boccaccio at various turf summer gardens and rooftops with dates and stage names listed.

Broadway Casino Coney Island Luna Park Bostock’s. Dewey Manhattan Bupleaguers Garrick Square “the Knickerbocker FL Huber Brown One Hundred and Twenty-fifth Street Aradise Roof Garden South Field ST. Nicholas Summer Garden Creature Terrace Garden West End

J. P. Morgan Coming Home From Europe

Announcement that J Pierpont Morgan would sail from Liverpool tomorrow aboard the Oceanic for the United States after two months in Europe. Wall Street speculates the return tied to financial matters, while Morgan's partners offer no clear reason. John W Gates is also expected home, with arrival today possible if steamer not delayed.

J. Pierpont Morgan Europe Liverpool Mr. Morgan Wall Street Mr.Morgan John W. Gates

Minister Bowen Arrives on Leave from Venezuela

Herbert W. Bowen United States Minister to Venezuela arrived by the steamer Maracaibo. He takes a two month leave of absence then will go to the Hague. Bowen cites ten commissions in Caracas for Venezuela claims including the United States British German Italian Mexican French Spanish Swedish Norwegian Belgian and Dutch groups.

Herbert W. Bowen United States Venezuela Maracaibo Bowen Fhe Hague Caracas United States Commission Morris

German in Public Schools Advocated by Carl Schurz

Carl Schurz writes in the Staats Zeitung supporting German language instruction in New York public schools. He urges balanced teaching that adds value without burden, arguing bilingualism widens horizons and does not threaten patriotism, and urges German be retained for real benefit rather than appearance.

Carl Schurz Staats-Zeitung Maxwell New York

Peonage in Alabama Indictments Target Violators

Judge Thomas G. Jones told the Grand Jury in Montgomery that peonage cases are limited to two or three counties and will prompt indictments for violations of the law. He ruled the Seymour contract law, allowing confessed costs against misdemeanants, unconstitutional as a debt bondage contract. All connected with convictions and hire of convicts except the committing magistrate are liable under federal statutes.

Montgomery Ala Thomas G. Jones United States Alabama Jones

Admiral Rivet Visits City With Flagship Tage

Admiral Count Rivet commander of the North Atlantic Squadron of the French Navy called on Mayor Low to pay respects. He is now in this port aboard his flagship Tage during the visit.

Count Rivet North Atlantic Mayor Low

Admiral visits New York Mayor and envoy invite

The Admiral traveled with his aide de camp Lieut. Jean Aubry and French Consul Gaston Velten. He joked about New York’s tall buildings versus Parisian symmetry and invited the Mayor to visit the flagship. The Mayor plans to return the visit in person or via his secretary James B. Reynolds.

Jean Aubry Gaston Velten Nework Paris James B. Reynolds

Death List Of A Day Jacob Hays dies at 615 Fifth Avenue

Jacob Hays No 33 on the original New York Stock Exchange list dies suddenly at his home 615 Fifth Avenue Born February 13 1845 he led a long career on the Exchange and served as president and director of several rail and financial firms He married Mary Louderback and had children Mrs John Scott Browning and William Henry Hays Also noted are details of his family and professional roles with various companies including Knickerbocker Trust and Safe Deposit.

Jacob Hays Ne York Stock Exchange Fifth Avenue Willia Henry Hays Bank of Th State of New York Constabl The Stock Exchange Closson& Hays William ‘Fs. Hays & Co

Notable Obituaries From Several States Mention Several Officials

Ex Judge J M Whitman of Washington County N Y dies at Sandy Hill at about sixty. Rev James P Maloner pastor of St Malachis Cleveland Ohio and oldest priest there dies of pneumonia aged seventy four. Harrison Bull of Circleville NY bank director postmaster and merchant dies during church visit. grandson of Samuel Bull linked to Revolutionary Hudson chain. Jonathan Tippiton Southern Railway division freight agent dies in Knoxville TN. former East Tennessee Virginia and Georgia Railroad claim agent and other posts. John S Bocarpus Stamford CT architect who planned Stamford blocks and schools dies. born 1828 in Fishkill NY. Philip Kingsley Orange NJ real estate broker dies of heart trouble at home. former Exalted Ruler of Orange Lodge 188 BPOE and longtime Justice of the Peace survived by his widow.

J. M. Whitman Washington County N. Y Sandy Hill New York James P. Maloner St. Malachi’s Catholic Church Cleveland Ohio Harrison Bull Circleville Samuel Bull Hudson Jonathan Tippton Southern Railway Knoxville, Tenn East Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia Railroad Knoxville Cumberland Gap Louisville Southern John S. Bocarpus Stamford Conn Fishkill Newburg Yonkers Philip Kingsley Centre Street Orange N. J Kingsley Orange Lodge B. P.O

Mrs Sophie Porter Buried in Family Plot at West Isong

Mrs Sophie King Porter wife of Ambassador Horace Porter was buried in the Porter family plot at West Isong Branch Long Branch New Jersey at 11 o'clock. The body arrived from Paris accompanied by the eldest son and his wife as Gen Porter could not travel. The service was not held at the grave.

Horace Porter Long Branch N. J Sophie King Porter Ambassador Horace Porter Paris West Isong Branch France Porter

Justice Parkhurst Stricken in Bath

Supreme Court Justice John F. Parkhurst of Bath was stricken with apoplexy and unconscious for fifteen minutes today. Physicians report he will recover.

Parkhurst Bath Supreme .Court John F. Parkhurst

Business Notices Collars E and W Lock Front Collars

Short business notices mention collars from E and W Lock at Front. The item list highlights available collar styles and supplier names in a concise classified style.

Married Notices In New York and Brooklyn

Margaret C Holbrook daughter of Justice Holbrook wed John K Clark on June 1 at 16 West 130th Street officiated by Rev Dr Youns. Clara Frances Hull wed William Henry Lord of Dedham on June 15 at 50 Monroe Place Brooklyn officiated by Rev John R Forbes. No cards.

Lord—Hall Monroe Place Brooklyn N. Y John R. Forbes Clara’ Frances Hull William Henry Lord Dedham Mass

Obituary notices and funeral rites in New York area

Death notices list Caroline Hudson Jacob Hays Margaret McClosky Sophie K Porter Francis X Whitney Sarah Pierson Lord Whitney with services scheduled June 16 17 and interments at Woodlawn Flatbush and Elberon. Families urged to attend at residences 232 Avenue A Bayonne 615 Fifth Avenue and 15 East 82d Street as details show.

Caroline Hudson Allan S. Church Avenue A Bayonne N. J McClosky William Arnold Margaret McClosky Arnold

Parsons Will Leaves 200000 to Religious Groups

The will of Edmund Dwight Parsons, who died in May, awards 100000 to religious bodies. Proportions include 50000 to the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States, 50000 to the Geneva Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of America, 50000 to the Methodist Episcopal Church, 20000 to the Baptist Church in the United States, 15000 to the Young Men's Christian Association, and 15000 to the American Sunday School Union.

Philadelphia Edmund Dwight Parsons Protestant Episcopal Church United States Geneva Assembly Presbyterian Church of America Methodist Episcopal Church Baptist Church of the United States Young Men's Christian Association American Sunday School Union

Roosevelt Hosts German Ambassador and Officials at Luncheon

President Roosevelt hosts Baron Sternburg the German Ambassador Baron Rheinbiden the Prussian Minister of Finance and Gen. Frederick D Grant for a luncheon in Washington on June 16. The guest list highlights diplomatic and military ties during the period.

Washington Baron Sternburg Baron Rheinbiden Roosevelt

New York Eye and Ear Infirmary Appeals for Rural Pavilion Funds

The Directors of the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary request donations to equip the completed Rural Pavilion. The building awaits sufficient funds for operating room apparatus and ward furniture before it can be opened for use.

New York

Did You Ever Try a Russian Bath

A brief promotion for the Lafayette Place Baths at 18 Lafayette Place inviting readers to experience a Russian bath as a luxury hotel restaurant and cafe offering.

Lafayette Place

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