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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1911
Page
1
The coronation honor list is published as leaden skies and rain dampen London plans. An American embassy contingent led by John Hays Hammond arrives with British officials and royals to greet visitors, while crowds fear disruption and market seats remain scarce.
An old advertisement touts Great Bear Spring Water with the slogan purity and bag cleanliness claiming its fame. The line highlights the product branding and marketing emphasis from a vintage ad.
In Utica New York on June 19 Eu gene A Rowland of Rome died after tripping on a rocky path and plunging into the Trenton Falls gorge while with John Burroughs. Burroughs summoned help as Rowland swam in turbulent water. rescue efforts failed. Rowland, an 1884 Colgate graduate and prominent attorney and orator active in Republican politics, died alongside close friends and family on a holiday outing.
George A Hearn, Fourteenth Street dry goods merchant, donates $100,000 cash to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in memory of his son Arthur Hoppock Hearn. Income funds US painting purchases and a portrait of Hearn may be painted for the museum. The fund is named Arthur Hoppock Hearn Fund with paintings kept among American acquisitions.
President Winthrop Ellsworth Stone of Purdue University obtained a divorce from Victoria H. Stone on abandonment grounds. Custody of their minor son Henry was awarded to Stone. The wife reportedly joined a Yoga philosophy sect abroad, with the Stone family remaining in Lafayette, where he has served as Purdue chemistry professor since 1889.
Salvatore Buffa, a three year old from Mulberry Bend, vanished last May amid ransom threats of 10 000 dollars. He was found near Broadway and Halsey Street in Brooklyn and identified by police, reuniting with father Colezero Buffa and relieved mother. Investigators pursue the kidnapers, noting Calabrian dialect in telephone threats.
An advertisement touts Moët & Chandon Imperial Crown Brut Cuvee A.A. Moët & Chandon White Seal Very Dry as unquestionedly the finest champagnes, promoted for clubs hotels restaurants cafes and dealers.
In a curt encounter, William T. Jerome's office refuses interview requests as staff declare reporters unwelcome. A Timms journalist sought comment on a case of importance, but the office boy announced the policy with pride and disdain.
Piccadilly Gin launches Rickey Wrinkledry a new variant noted for smooth flavor that complements lime juice and carbonated water. The ad pitches a subtle charm and a fresh sensation for cocktail enthusiasts.
George Kennan profiles Thomas Bailey Aldrich and his police encounters in Russia from years past as summarized in Next Sunday's Times.
Luke Lea, Tennessee senator, donated a quart of blood to save his wife’s life at Georgetown University Hospital. The operation allowed fusion of blood and improved Mrs Lea, while the senator weakened after the lengthy transfusion but remains hopeful as her condition stabilizes over the next few days.
A brutal street battle in Harlem left nine youths fighting policenear Columbus Avenue and 1011st Street. Conductor Dennis Newman was beaten, Patrolman Singer and Captain Burns were assaulted, and three gang members were arrested as reserves arrived. A later robbery on 116th Street saw Officer Vecchis overwhelmed until Mrs. Mabel Irving publicly alerted others and blew his whistle, scattering the mob.
Bartlett Richards, under a one year sentence for western law frauds, is reportedly at Rochester Minnesota to prepare for an operation. He has been in Rochester for three weeks under custody of a deputy U S marshal, with the transfer ordered from Washington by the Department of Justice.
Long Island dispatch reports District Attorney Whitman’s chauffeur arrested for speeding near Hempstead on Sunday. Whitman denies involvement, says he was not in the rear of the car during the incident. Chauffeur James Proctor to appear before Justice Gittens at Hempstead on June 24, charged with speeding. Bicycle Policeman Otto Payne is the complainant.
Innotation in High-Class Train Service Baltimore and Washington, to Magnificent coaches of special design are now included in the equipment of the famous Royal Limited trains of the Royal Blue Line, in addition to the Pullman Pilot and Observation Club car service. Leaves New York 4 P.M., arrive Washington 9 P. M. Ask ticket agents Baltimore & Ohio, New Jersey Central, and Reading Railways.
A brief item notes digestive distress linked to phosphate and bicarbonate after exposure or ingestion. Medical guidance suggests monitoring symptoms and consulting a clinician if discomfort persists or worsens.
George B. Schmucker former U S consul to Mexico City was detained at the White House east entrance during Taft silver wedding festivities after insisting his card be sent to the President. He is held for observation at Washington Asylum Hospital. His uncle Theodore F Shuey an official Senate stenographer urged observation. No weapons were found.
The New York Assembly approved the Cronin bill prohibiting a banking corporation from lending to any other firm if a majority of that firm’s stock is owned or controlled by an officer, agent, or employee of the bank. It advances to the Governor, tied to Carnegie Trust disclosures.
EIGHT REPORTED DROWNED. Ex Justice Truly of the Mississippi Supreme Court loses family and guests in Holmes Lake near Fayette. Judge Truly is said to be the sole survivor. Mrs Truly five children Miss Halley Burr of St. Louis and C. D. Culley of Fayette among the drowned.
Miss Annabelle Frances Willard crossed the country to swim the Pacific. She enjoyed a brief ocean dip in California then headed back to New York after wagering with her brother T A Willard that she would swim the Pacific within ten days.
A sparrow struck William Winans's car in Asbury Park on June 19, causing loss of control. Dr S A Disbrow and driver Romeo Shibla were thrown from the runabout. Disbrow was crushed between the wagon and wheel, suffering a severe chest injury. Winans, a merchant, survived as the dead bird lay in the car.
In Chicago on June 19 Count Josef Gizycki answered a divorce petition by Countess Eleanor Gizycki formerly Miss Eleanor Patterson of Chicago. He denies other charges, claims she deserted him, and says he obtained a divorce in Vienna. He asks the bill be dismissed.
In Norwalk Connecticut a car carrying Mrs. Fletcher and driver George S. Schock was struck by a Danbury bound train at a grade crossing near Winnipauk. Both occupants were seriously hurt. the chauffeur is hospitalized and Mrs. Fletcher is home. A year earlier their son Allan was killed at the same crossing.
The New Jersey Supreme Court holds an employer liable for negligent wound care when a worker is treated by another employee using medicine from an emergency chest. Patrick H. Crogan of Hudson County was injured by scissors, treated with carbolic acid, lost a finger, and won damages. The court ruled the superintendent’s authority included such medical dressing.
Advertises excursion rates to Colorado on the Rocky Mountain Limited and Mountaineer from Chicago mornings and evenings and the Colorado Flyer from St Louis. Mentions 401 Broadway and perfect service. Booking notes and ticket details implied.
President and Mrs Taft hosted a grand White House lawn reception for their twenty fifth wedding anniversary drawing rulers of world nations and thousands of officials. The event featured electric light decorations, bands, and a late night ball with hundreds of guests and hundreds of dignitaries from embassies including Italy Britain France Japan Germany and Mexico among others. Mrs Taft endured the long evening with grace and returned to the ballroom for dancing around midnight.
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