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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1912
Page
8
Publication notice outlines mailing rates for daily and Sunday editions, pricing for monthly and yearly subscriptions, and international as well as Canada addresses. It lists office locations, rates for abroad, and mail handling details. The document preserves historical rate structures and distribution information.
Editorial discusses Taft Roosevelt and Tart as platform factors, tariff and currency issues, and the role of the judiciary. It weighs the Republican record, Democratic challenges, and the need for a concrete platform. The piece then examines the Inter State Commerce Commission stance on rail differential rates among Boston, Baltimore, Norfolk, Philadelphia, New York and others, noting New York’s clash with field-wide competition.
A fragment cites a 1904 push by a party figure to tell President Roosevelt that reform was needed on tariffs. It notes the credo that the hogs must take their forefeet out of the trough, signaling a stance against ongoing special privileges.
The piece denounces a proposed transfer of the Lenox Library building to Central Park as a useless, costly invasion of park space. It argues the project repeats prior encroachments and urges public unity to defeat the plan at a Metropolitan Life Insurance Company meeting tomorrow.
The text argues that rate structures should not harm New York yet contends New York will still view arbitrary rate discrimination as unfair. It claims laws abolish discrimination and require competition while railways and the Commission suppress competition and enact discrimination.
The piece condemns Theodore Roosevelt at the convention city for seeking a third term and haranguing crowds. It argues his bid undermines party dignity and calls his effort the worst of all. It also discusses tariff and toll bill debates and courts ethics in public life.
The debate over Panama Canal freight divisions centers on coastwise monopoly profits versus broader commerce. Advocates urge rate fairness that benefits overall trade, not just railway-connected steamships, warning that exemptions and discriminations may neutralize canal savings and keep monopolies intact.
The note urges New Yorkers to increase charitable giving for Mississippi flood victims, stating thousands are suffering and the city’s wealth should match its commercial importance. It notes a recent boost to the relief fund but says contributions remain inadequate compared to past international appeals.
The article reviews Dr. Abraham Flexner’s Carnegie Foundation critique, noting many American schools were diploma factories yet some graduates achieved eminence. It contrasts US exams and bedside training with European methods and cites potential benefits from stricter standards while acknowledging past competent doctors from weaker schools. It also mentions an appellate division decision involving Henry Robinson in a legal ethics matter.
E. S. Wells of Glen Moore New Jersey argues against parents forcing boys into chosen careers. He says misplacing a child into law medicine or ministry harms, while some quick thinkers fit farming or mechanics better. He urges watching a child from age six to seven and stressing effort and fitness over prideful expectations.
A New York newspaper questions Theodore Roosevelt’s so called Irish campaign saying he did not formally join the Gaelic League nor the local societies and notes the creation of a new group to win Irish votes. The piece stresses the timing and the association with others while urging caution about the politician’s motives.
A brief notice from New York dated June 14 1912 presents a humorous exchange at a public library. An irate reader complains about constant chatter while ladies respond that listening is rude. The scene ends with mutual silence as they acknowledge the overheard conversation.
A citizen urges a bill to place all free public high schools under military discipline. The plan would require a 16 year old entering pupil to pass physical mental and educational exams before admission under standard rules. The note is dated New York June 11 1912.
A New York letter argues Gov. Woodrow Wilson faced unfair base accusations over his Carnegie pension application. It defends the pension as appropriate and cites Foundation rules, the 1909 trust resolutions, and later changes, asserting political prejudice shaped coverage while praising Wilson and opposing attackers.
Minna Irving writes of romantic journeys by touring car yacht aeroplane speedboat and trolley to Coney Island with lines about moonlight bays and azure skies. This verse paints a couple's voyage fantasies then a real ride to Coney Island.
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