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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1908
Page
8
A historical page lists New York Times publishing offices in multiple cities and subscription rates. It notes daily and Sunday editions with weekly and yearly pricing, including Canada and foreign-country surcharges, and mentions entry as second class mail.
Notice lists mail delivery options for The New York Times with Daily Edition at 50 cents per month. It notes multiple editions available nationwide and directs orders via newsdealers or the Publication Office, phone number 1000 Bryant.
In a vigorous critique the Times denounces the anti injunction plank as a cheat and straddle. It urges amendment to Federal court injunction procedures to balance preventing hasty orders with preserving court power to enforce justice for all parties. The piece cites former Senator Spooner and calls for careful language from the Republican Convention.
The article analyzes a Republican tariff plank proposing a freed trade stance with duties tied to cost differences abroad and at home. It suggests a nonpartisan expert board to guide tariff decisions, plus cautions on protecting American material inputs and the limits of such a system. It also discusses modern teaching of Greek literature and translation in schools and colleges.
A fragment argues that upholding judicial integrity would counter demagogic rhetoric in Denver, presenting the idea as a corrective to inflammatory claims and asserting the value of lawful, principled governance.
The article argues for reduced Atlantic cable rates from 25 cents a word to 2 cents, backed by J Henniker Heaton. It suggests joint government action by Britain and the United States to curb cable company power, improve trade, and strengthen transatlantic friendship. It notes underutilization of capacity and links cable costs to higher ocean postage and trade frictions.
The speaker condemns a tariff proposal as insolent and false arguing it pushes free interchange while imposing duties on Philippine sugar and tobacco. They note hemp export dominance and claim the islands rely on those exports.
The essay traces dust control from macadam to modern roads, noting Ayr born John MacAdam and the shift to tar and pitch top dressings. It cites Hartford experiments under Highway Commissioner MacDonald, Paris prize seeks, and efforts in California fruit belts, with Washington and international concerns about durable, dust free surfaces. It also surveys skilled trades training, Meister titles, and tensions with trade unions.
The movement for trade schooling seeks to study German methods for improving training. Public authorities at state municipal and imperial levels support thorough trade training, with Alsace Lorraine hosting an example institution noted in a recent report.
The piece lauds Henry Phipps for funding Johns Hopkins psychiatric clinic, praising unconditioned gifts guided by faculty. It analyzes medical education gains and warns against charity as patronage, while comparing European and American alienist schools. It also discusses Gov. Hughes's costly but strategic public service, framing office holding as an investment and public honor.
The piece argues that foreign financiers invest in Cuba to undermine self-government and keep control in U S hands. It acknowledges Cuban factions split between pro independence and those preferring disorder, warning the alleged plot aims to provoke external interference and instability.
Letter to the editor questions the power of a receivers commission to enforce rent payments, override property rights, compel transfers without compensation, and force business losses. The writer argues against crushing the current system and returning to chaos, urging thoughtful consideration. Dated New York June 15, 1908.
Henry M. Orme of the YMCA New York answers Milton Fairchild denying knowledge of a boys department gambling system. He invites Fairchild to provide evidence for correction and states secret inquiries found no such system in New York branches. Date noted June 13, 1908.
Milton Fairchild from the Moral Education Board argues baseball fosters gambling and should alarm parents and police. The writer cites open Newark advertising of club names stakes challenges and Sunday play, suggesting it fuels both Sunday ball and race track gambling now illegal in New Jersey. Carlos A. Butler, West Orange, N J, June 14 1908.
Henry B. Learned of New Haven writes from June 15 1908 noting an editor's claim that no precedent exists for rejecting a vice presidential nomination. He cites the 1844 Baltimore convention that nominated Polk and Silas Wright. Wright declined, resulting in a Polk Dallas ticket.
In political commentary from The Independent the writer questions Taft's chances and condemns the aggressive methods used to secure the nomination, arguing they conflict with conscience while Roosevelt’s influence looms.
Francis Hughes of New York writes to The New York Times opposing Taft and declaring he will support any Republican delegate not nominating Bryan. He asserts independence and Republican voters would back such a choice if Denver shows intelligence. Date noted June 11, 1908.
The 2 cent ocean postage concept was not originated by W T Stead or J Henniker Heaton. It began over fifty years ago as a pet project of Elihu Burritt of New Britain Connecticut, famed "learned blacksmith" and early advocate of international peace and abolition of slavery by compensation to owners.
In New York on Sunday June 15 1968 residents protest pre Fourth of July celebrations. Readers ask if city law restricts firecrackers and torpedoes as youths fire since 9 A M and continue into the evening. The letter criticizes police for not preventing early festivities.
Dean Hart calls police in New York on June 15 1908 over a persistent nuisance from bombs pistols and firecrackers in Ninety-sixth Street West and adjacent residential streets disrupting rest and quietness.
Henry Chapman of Philadelphia paid 505 dollars for a Virginia 1774 silver shilling at the Collectors' Club sale by T. L. Elder. Other top prices included a 1792 silver centre cent at 402.50, a 1786 New York cent at 300, and several 1787 New York pieces with Indian and arms designs. The sale featured patterns and rare early coins, highlighting the auction’s record results in coins from New York and Connecticut.
Prell and Cady of 26 Broadway act for John Leonard of Montclair New Jersey to recover from the State Treasury the cost deposit tied to a suit begun in 1881. The funds escheat to the state after twenty years. the total now exceeds $500 from an original $250. The case linked to Blake et al. and the old firm Gray Davenport dissolved, delaying turnover. John Clinton Grey, once senior partner, is now a Court of Appeals judge.
In Queens a party split pits Sheriff Harvey and Joseph Cassidy supporters against each other over election officer appointments. Eighty three districts will appoint poll clerks and inspectors with total pay near ten thousand dollars. Cassidy claims regular status but is largely excluded as blanks already went to Harvey. Courts may decide if Cassidy’s slate is denied.
Lawyer Henry D. Hotchkiss argued before Public Service Commission that smoke from the Interborough plant at West Fifty-ninth Street and other nearby sources fouls his neighborhood near 351 West Seventy-fifth Street. Officials said a coal switch to semi-bituminous heated faster but returning to anthracite would cut rush hour capacity by about 30 percent.
The New York School of Philanthropy opened its summer term in the United Charities Building with President Robert W. de Forest in charge. Dr. Lee K. Frankel spoke and said he would not return as head of United Hebrew Charities. M. W. Waldman, current manager, reported United Hebrew Charities dispensed about $25,000 monthly and announced a meeting with Jewish charities to assess needs and coordinate relief for the Hebrew poor.
The National Liberals Immigration League at 150 Nassau Street asks for free government transport to relocate unemployed workers from congested cities to regions with labor demand. It urges adherence to immigration laws, free transit for laborers, and deportation for felons. Large crowds seek transport at the league HQ, misunderstanding its role.
The New York Principals Association calls for reform in medical inspection of pupils and favors a Department of School Hygiene under the Board of Education. Dr Maxwell argues a medical officer and staff should annually examine all children and oversee treatment, with legal enforcement of care and potential cost savings.
A special committee of the Board of Education led by Commissioners Wiggins Bruce and Kanzler will start at 4 PM an investigation into alleged starving conditions among public school pupils in the lower east side. The session at School 65 in the Julia Richman offices will be executive with teachers only.
Flag Day was observed in public schools with songs and patriotic recitations. Flags flew from school buildings and emblems were displayed in classrooms. President MacGowan of the Board presented a flag on behalf of the Free Sons of Israel. Superintendent Maxwell ordered the observance marking the 131st anniversary since the National flag’s adoption by Congress.
Attilo Simone, 19, of 423 West Broadway, held on 7.44 bail after being charged by Immigration Inspector Schlstman with aiding in the landing of five Italians from Ellis Island. The case cites Carmine Bianco, Francisco Rutino, and Francesco Palazzola as involved in immigration violations, with references to long- prison terms.
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