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New York Times

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New York, New York, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1903

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2

Government Rights in Indemnity Bond Case Clarified

Opinion emphasizes United States sovereignty over its property and the role of indemnity stipulations to remove property from state jurisdiction. It discusses 1864 act remedies, removal of causes, and potential use of military force while deferring judgment on Navy secretary request.

United States Congress Secretary of the Treasury Chapficery Court of Virginia Supreme Law Rho Secretary of the Navy Chancery Court

Seizure of U S Cruiser Chattanooga by Union Sheriff

Elizabeth NJ June 19 sheriff Cornell seized the United States cruiser Chattanooga at Crescent Shipyard on a writ from Supreme Court Commissioner Johns A Miller. The action pressed by Babcock Wilcox boiler makers of New York seeks payment for boilers supplied two thirds of $60,000 due. Deputy Schotte in charge, navy status disputed, shipyard and builders dispute merits but expect bond and release.

Crescent Company Cornell Henry J .Schotte Chattanooga Crescent Yards BeLorenyice Supreme Court Sheriff Council Sehen Supreme Court of New Jersey War Department Washington Hattanooga Piege United States An -Cruiser George M. Keasley Newark Bruiser Shipbuilding Company Admiraltty Admirality United States Supreme Court Henry G. Schotte Teifel Crescent Shipyard Company Elizabeth United States Shipbuilding Company Lewis Nixon Babcock & Wilcox

City College Class of 1853 Reunion at MCollege Club

The City College Class of 1853 will be honored at a reception this evening at 13% Lexington Avenue. Ex Representative John Hardy will deliver the valedictory address as six of the twelve surviving members attend, with GH Gray of San Francisco and Isaac Seligman of London among expected guests. Alumni Everett Wheeler Edward Lauterbach Edward Ma Shepard and others will also speak. A large attendance from the college general column is anticipated.

City McOllege Club Lexington Avenue City College John Hardy Gh, Gray San Francisco Isaac Seligman Banker London Everett Wheeler Edward Lauterbach Edward Ma. Shepard

Bronx Park Planned on Long-Owned City Lot

The Bronx will gain a new park at Brook Avenue and 161st Street after five years of city ownership. Commissioner Eustis learned Consolidated Dental Manufacturing will vacate its factory on the site and that a park purpose had been intended since the land was purchased for a Bronx Court House project.

Bronx Borough Brook Avenue Eustis Bronx Park Department Murray Consolidated Dental Manufacturing Company Bronx Peters Parks Department

District Attorney Indictment Found in Gardiner Term

Indictment returned in November 1900 during the term of Col. Asa Bird Gardiner in the District Attorney's office.

District’ Attorney's Office Asa Bird Gardiner

Flood Sufferers Appeal for Further New York Relief Funds

Mayor Low and Cornelius Bliss urge public aid after floods cloudbursts and tornadoes. Frank Gilliam of Heppner Oregon reports dire distress. Funds totaling 26972.48 have been collected with 26000 sent to Topeka and Kansas City. Remaining balance after expenses is 2940.96.

New York Mayor Low Cornelius N. Bliss Fourth National Bank Nassau Street

One Man's Vote Saves Curtis Jett

In Jackson Kentucky Curtis Jett narrowly avoided conviction for murder as a juror prevented a verdict. The jury declared itself unable to reach a verdict and was discharged. Judge Redwine moved the next trial venue to Cynthiana in Harrison County and ordered the defendants moved to Lexington under guard. Troops will stay in Jackson, with caution and fear lingering over subsequent trials and local political tensions in Breathitt County.

Jackson Curtis Jett J. B. Marcum Thomas White Redwine Cynthiana Harrison County Lexington Court House Gov. Beckham Eighteenth Judicial District of Kentucky J. J. Osbourne Jett Cud White James Cockrill Col. Williams Frankfort Longmire Jett White Breathitt County

Ten Die in Waterloo Train Collision Near Raymond

Ten people were killed in a head-on crash between an Illinois Central passenger train and a freight near Raymond, Waterloo, at 2 40 this morning. The passenger train, traveling about fifty mph, had right of way. Among the deceased were B E Stickney of Waterloo and crews from both trains plus three unidentified tramp riders and an immigrant. Freight crews reportedly misunderstood orders. four hours to clear wreckage.

Waterloo Iowa Illinois Central Raymond E. R. Stickney

Religious Association of Chicago Formed to Unite Christian Work

In Chicago on June 14 the Religious Association was incorporated with William K Harper and Charles L Hutchinson among its incorporators. Frank Knight Sanders of Yale Divinity School is President and 16 executives from major religious and educational bodies lead the organization. The group aims to unify existing agencies, publicize their work, create new agencies, and push religious education in public schools from its office at 808 Young Men's Christian Association Building.

New York Times Hicago William K.) Harper University of Chicago Charles L. Hutchinson Corr Exchange National Bank George A. Coe Northwestern Unversity L. Wilbur Messer State Young Men's Christian Association George Ll. Robinson McCormick Theological Seminary Dein Frank Knight Sanders Yale Divinity School United States Willam R. Harper James H. . Eckels Wallace N. Stearns C. W. Votan George A Coe New Association Young Men's Christian Association

Magistrate rules name calling a woman over thirty a misdemeanor

In Brooklyn Gates Avenue Police Court Magistrate Henry J. Furlong held that calling a woman an old maid is a misdemeanor. Miss Mary Story accused Mrs. Lizzie Fitzpatrick of harassment at 722 Gates Avenue. Fitzpatrick admitted calling Story an old maid and jealous for not having a man, leading to Magistrate Furlong sending the case to the Court of Special Sessions.

Henry J. Furlong Gates Avenue Brooklyn Mary I. Story Lizzie Fitzpatrick Court of Special Sessions

Tammany Hall faces four-way battle in Ninth Assembly District

Reports say Sheehan Democrats may back Louis Munzinger for district leader if Dowling stays in the race. Munzinger denies running and predicts Devery will challenge both Goodwin and Dowling. Goodwin allies claim Murphy backs Goodwin and seek Dowling’s alliance for renomination.

Tammany -Hall Ninth Sheehan Louis Munzinger Frank J. Dowling Frank J. Goodwin William Devery Munzinger John C. Sheehan Pequod Club Dowling Tammany Hall Board of Aldermen Dowlins Goodwin Horatio Seymour Club Democratic Sana Arena Owling Charles F. Murphy Eir

Staff Appointments Made in War Department Order

Washington June 19 Secretary Root issued an order naming Major General SS B M Young Chief of Staff with Major General Henry C Corbin and Brigadier General William H Carter as senior staff officers Brig General Tasker H Bliss to become President of the War College The changes take effect August 15 Carter to be relieved from general staff duties and proceed to the Philippines when advised By retirement next January Adna R Chaffee would become Chief of Staff and both Young and Chaffee to be promoted to Lieutenants General

Washington Roattorday Ss. B. M. Young Henry C. Corbin William H. Carter Tasker H. Blissig The War College Carter General Staff ‘Corps Philippines Tasker H. Bliss General Staff Corps Root Young Adna R. Cha

Turf Man Surrenders in Fraud Indictments at Four Courts

E. J. Arnold, head of the Arnold Turf Investment Co, surrendered at the Four Courts in St. Louis after seven indictments allege embezzlement as bailee. He arrived with attorney Thomas J. Rowe, signed bonds, and left with his wife and bondsmen. He denied fleeing the country and did not reveal his whereabouts.

ST. Louis E. J. Arnold Arnold Turf Investment Company Arnold Thomas J. Rowe John J. Ryan Ryan United States Lumpkin A. Gill Royne Chicago

Wealthy horse owner dies after jilted engagement

Walter Chambers of Manhattan died suddenly in Philadelphia from apoplexy soon after Miss Lillian Wilson of Brooklyn broke their engagement. Wilson, educated at Westfield College and the University of London, owed him some guilt over the decision as a Catholic and divorced man. Chambers, Virginia born and Virginia University graduate, made his fortune in turf speculation and belonged to several clubs.

Walter Chambers Manhattan Philadelphia Lillian Wilson Park Place Brooklyn Miss Wilson Mr. Chambers Westfield Colege University of London Mr.Chambers University, Century South Bay, Yacht Portland

Cleveland Disputes Galveston News Interview

Princeton June report shows Grover Cleveland disputing an interview conducted by a Galveston News representative. He says the published substance is inaccurate and questions the interview’s written submission and context. He notes the interviewer lacked close access and suggests misquotation by Mr Batley.

Princeton N.J Grover Cleveland Bailey Galveston News Associated Press Cone Col. Belo Batley

Armstrong Sentenced for Grand Larceny in Heating Co Case

Justice Vernon M. Davis sentenced Harvey S. Armstrong, former president of the Armstrong Bolton Co, to State prison for one year to one year ten months after a grand larceny conviction. The case involved a $500 check crime, though $19,000 allegedly flowed from company funds. Armstrong, 38, of Mount Vernon, previously served on the Mount Vernon Board of Aldermen and faced bribery allegations tied to city contracts during the Tammany era.

Vernon M. Davis Supreme Court Harvey S. Armstrong Armstrong-Bolton Company Armstrong Tammany Train Mount Vernon Board of Aldermen

Bolte Case Talk At East Side Civic Club

At the East Side Civic Club on Grand Street Deputy Commissioner Gherardi Davis spoke in place of Commissioner Greene who sent a letter of regret. Davis praised the police force while noting top leaders influence patrolmen. Assistant District Attorney John Iselin, in charge of Bolte charges, said prosecutors face counter pressure but received corroborative evidence from several lawyers.

East Side Civic Club Grand Street Greene Gherardi Davis Gen. Greene Davis John Iselin Justice Bolte Iselin Pear

Princeton class to be record size with more science students

The Princeton University Registrar H N Van Dyke reported that the incoming freshman class will be the largest yet, with 498 applications already in and seven pending. Science students number 283 versus 215 academic, marking the first time scientists outnumber academics.

New York Times Princeton N. J H. N. van Dyke Sonospp Graga Middle West

Bolte Case Proceedings Move Ahead in Higher Court

John Doe proceedings began yesterday afternoon before Justice Olmsted in private chambers of the Court of Special Sessions regarding Justice Herman Bolte now before the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court. Five attorneys were summoned to testify as charges are formulated against the unnamed individual. A second hearing will follow the Bolte case argument in the higher court.

John Doe Bolte Olm‘sted Court of Special Sessions Herman Bolte Supreme Court Olmsted

Twenty second Engineers conclude field sports at Camp Porter

Special to The New York Times from Peekskill New York on June 19 reports the Twenty second Engineers finally enjoyed a clear day as they finish breastworks and spar bridge projects started at Camp Porter. They leave tomorrow with a solid engineering record after heavy rain disruptions.

New York Times Peekskill N. Y Camp Porter Twenty-second

Obedient Pen Stylus Round Pointed

Advertisement notes a round pointed stylus called Obedient Pen. It invites readers to send for samples to Styles and Cash located at 778th Avenue, City.

Styles & Cash

Regiment Prepares For Break Camp And Travel

The last nail was driven in time for athletic events at 4 pm. Tomorrow the regiment will march out early to break camp and leave about 9 o'clock for the mare to Roa Hook Station. The Seventh Regiment is due to arrive around 11 o'clock.

Roa Hook

Brooklyn Teachers Win Mandamus Over By Laws

Appellate Division in Brooklyn denies by law restrictions, ordering the Board of Education and City Superintendent Maxwell to recognize Grade A teachers for promotion. The decision reverses a Special Term ruling and supports Miss Baum and Brooklyn teachers challenging two new by laws. Justice Woodward states Grade A license holders must be placed on the promotion list. the action is ministerial.

Supreme Court Brooklyn Board of Education Brooklyn Teachers’ Association Class Teachers’ Organization of Jeannette Baum Maxwell Miss Baum Woodward Goodrich

Parks Indorsed Again by Union Followers

Samuel Parks was carried out on supporters shoulders at the Housesmiths and Bridgemen's Union meeting in Maennerchor Hall. The crowd called for Devery and Parks and Parks bought drinks after the rally. President George O Kane said the union would pay his trial expenses as officers' election looms at 3 PM.

Samuel Parks Housesmiths and Bridgemen's Union Maennerchor Parks R. E. Neideg Neideg

Widespread Rate War Looms Over Rail Lines Near Chicago

Western rail men anticipate the collapse of the Western Passenger Association as its bureaus fail and a nationwide rate war looms. A Chicago St Paul lines executives meeting sealed dissolution hints, though the committee’s proposal for a 2000 mile book good on all trains unlikely to pass.

Chicago Western Western Passenger Association Chicago-St. Paul

Highwayman in Broadway flees after attack on merchant

Mount Kisco merchant Hector Lewis reported to West Thirtieth Street police that he was beaten and robbed at Eighteenth Street and Broadway in the early morning. A white man in a sweater stole his gold watch and chain and $89 cash as Lewis tried to offer change.

Hector Lewis Mount Kisco West Thirtieth Street Eighteenth Street Broadway Lewis Bancroft House Twenty-first Street

Bronx Water Main Burst Supplies Wakefield Residents

A twenty inch water main on De Milt Avenue near the Bronx River burst flooding the road and cutting water to Wakefield Eastchester and many Westchester families. The break followed a similar rupture the previous Wednesday. Police warned residents to guard against fires as repairs stretched nearly a full day.

de Milt Avenue Fronx River Wakefield Eastchester Westchester

Pere Marquette Rail Bonds Sold To Two Firms

The Pere Marquette Railroad Company issued 3 million dollars of 414 per cent gold bonds secured by a first lien on the Lake Erie and Detroit River Division. The Lake Erie and Detroit River Railway Company deposits 38 million dollars of first mortgage bonds, forming the lien and the full issue. The Lake Erie and Detroit River line runs 230 miles from Detroit to Port Huron and St Thomas Ontario, linking with the Pere Ne trunk line from Chicago to Buffalo.

Pére Marquette Railroad Company N. W. Harris & Co Robert Winthrop & Co Lake Erie Detroit River Lake Erie and Detroit St. Thomas Ontario Chicago Bufalo

Battleship squadron prepares for Azores summer maneuvers

The battleship squadron including Illinois Alabama Massachusetts Brooklyn and tender Mayflower will sail around June 22 for the Azores to carry out summer manoeuvres. The fleet will reach the Maine coast by July 29 and conduct search operations in early August off Portland.

Washington Illinois Alabama Massachusetts Brooklyn Azores Maine Portland Arbor

New Affidavits Against Labor Leaders

Build ing Trades Employers Association president Charles L. Hidlitz said yesterday he had several new affidavits about corruption charges against labor leaders. Some relate to electrical workers and will be submitted to District Attorney Jerome.

Charles L. Hidlitz Building Trades Employers’ Association Jerome

Postmaster at Saratoga Springs Named

President Roosevelt backs Congress member Lucius N. Littauer recommendation to appoint ex Sheriff William M. Worden as Postmaster of Saratoga Springs to succeed General Winsor B. French who has held the office for four years. Worden is a Republican State Committee member.

New York Times Saratoga Roosevelt Lucius N. Littauer William M. Worden Saratoga Springs Winsor B. French McKinley Worden Republican State Committee

Dr G Deutsch Resigns from Hebrew Union College

Cincinnati June 19 Dr G Deutsch professor of Jewish History and the Philosophy of Religion at Hebrew Union College for twelve years resigns to devote his time to editorial and literary work in New York City.

G. Deutsch New York Cincinnati Ohio Hebrew Union College New York City

Siegel Cooper Store advertises long hours and full stock

From 8:30 until 6 o clock the Siegel Cooper Store will be open and ready. The ad promises a complete selection for every shopper from bicycles and fishing tackle to suits, hats, shirts, cigars and liquors. It proclaims the store has everything a great retailer should offer and many items at pleasing prices. Do not forget the hours.

Benedict Siegel Cooper Store

Haggin Horses Sell at Fasig-Tipton Oaks Yard

Yearling thoroughbreds from J. B. Haggin Rancho del Paso California sold at Fasig-Tipton paddock Sheepshead Bay with Elmendorf Stud offerings begun. Prices remained strong with Haggin-bred horses dominating high sales to dedicated stables. notable lots include Bay colt by Fitz James Springlike and Chestnut colts by Watercress Typhoon and Golden Dawn Vestalis among others.

J. B. Haggin Rancho del Paso California Fasig-Tipton ,Company Sheepshead Bay Kentucky Elmendorf Stud Rancho del Paso Stud Fitz James Springbok St. Gallen Mariner F. Burlew Spot Gassade Oceans Watercress Onondaga J. G. Fotlansbee Hanover Geonington Parados Howe Cans Sanes Gatien The Dame Maxim G. D. Arne Oteatilat St.eave Torso S. Wee Pe Indro-Trolley Martenhurst Watercress- Troy Benninmtetts Typhoon King Alfonso Lord Carnarvon St. Andréw-Vernette Falsetto S. eOimneier Golden Dawn Vestalis Iconoclast H. E. Rowell Bassetlaw-Wallaway Rosicrucian G. L. Richards Goldfinch Glenelg N. Bennington Ben Holladay St. ‘Blaise G. D. Wilson Bathampton Algerine S. Paget Cloverdale If Spendthrift Paget Rous Weau Arkle Ceeneas Gualala

Columbia Varsity Crew Tracks Fast Time Ahead of Exhibition

Poughkeepsie June 19 Columbia Varsity rowing squad. Twenty words. The freshmen stay off the water as Dr Nicol treats them. Coach Hanlan plans light work to permit an exhibition time row tomorrow. Georgetown Varsity adds a shell and plans practice.

Poughkeepsie Columbia Nicol Hanlan Fhe Eoach Cornell Wisconsin Georgetown B. C. McKenna M. J. Thompson P. A. Dempsey

Mahan Wins Tennis Championship Final in Philadelphia

L E Mahan ex champions of Columbia defeats John S Morris Germantown Cricket Club 12 10 8 10 6 2 5 2 to win the Pennsylvania tennis title. Clothier current state champion cannot enter preliminaries directed by rules. Tomorrow Clothier and Mahan will compete for the championship.

Philadelphia L. E. Mahan Columbia University New York John S. Morris Germantown Cricket Club Pennsylvania W. J. Clothier Mahan

Fire Engulfs Fee Brothers Liquor House in Rochester

A major blaze swept Fee Brothers wholesale liquor house on Water Street Rochester at 7 30 p m. The fire began in the sub basement wine cellar beneath the riverbank. One floor fell collapsing barrels of whisky increasing the flames. Estimated loss stands at 150 000. Firefighters fought from the river bed with hoses through an adjoining building. several men injured amid smoke and falling glass. If Barnard Porter Viall paint store ignites the city faces a massive conflagration.

Rochester N. Y Fee Brothers Water Street Main Barnard, Porter & Viall

Habit Goes to Bull Brothers for Men’s Clothing

The store Habit debuts a new retail arrangement at Bull Brothers, expanding men’s clothing offerings. Local shoppers can expect a widened selection and potential launch promotions as the partnership integrates stock and display spaces.

Fire Stops Buff alo Play

A five story Wash ington Power Building on Washington Street adjoining the Lyceum Theatre was destroyed by fire. The blaze forced a shutdown of the Lyceum run but no injuries were reported. Loss estimated at about 15000 dollars.

Buffalo Washington Power Building Washington Street Lyceum Theatre

Kenyon Paper Mills Burn in Baldwinsville Fire

Fire swept the Kenyon Paper Mills at Baldwinsville, twelve miles west of Syracuse, causing about 100000 in losses with 60000 insured. In San Francisco, a blaze at 21 Sansome Street last night damaged the Louis Roesch Company and the Union Lithograph Company for about 124000.

Syracuse Kenyon Paper Mills Baldwinsville San Francisco Sansome Street Louis Roesch Company Union Lithograph Company

Fires Across Manhattan Reported Damages and Addresses

Report lists yesterday's fires from 12 AM to 12 17 AM with multiple locations in Manhattan. Entries show addresses, names, and damage amounts ranging from trifling to 140 dollars, including tenants such as G B Childs & Co and Straffer Brothers.

Amsterdam Avenue Broome Street Greenwich Street G. B. Childs & Co Bleecker Street Straffer Brothers East One Hundred and Fifteenth Street H. B. Arkowitz

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