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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1912
Page
10
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A Chicago convention surge shows Roosevelt's decline as delegates rally for Hapgood, signaling the end of his presidential bid. Analysts note Western support shifts toward Hapgood, while Taft seems poised to secure the nomination amid tense credentials disputes.
The piece argues that any future political effort hinges on accepting Tarr’s nomination and backing his bid. It questions the appeal of Tarr, contrasts it with the uproar over Gov Hapley, and notes the Harvester Trust episode in Missouri, highlighting the public reaction to the involved statesman.
The piece lauds Justice Hycnus for declining to allow his name to be used in a nomination push at Chicago. It praises his stance against political pressure on the Supreme Court and his refusal to trade judicial tenure for presidential favor. It calls his stance a concrete contribution to court purity and impartiality.
The Chicago dispatches claim Wisconsin researchers helped draft the La Follette platform and worry it may be stolen or require verbatim adoption. Critics call platforms mere humbug and question whether any platform or leader can shape the nation’s welfare.
The piece argues Mr Root's Chicago speech defines the party line on respect for the Republican Party and criticizes the Democratic record. It vows to expose errors in any nomination and defends tariff policy while highlighting the clash between ordered liberty and demagogic license. It cites keeping the covenant made by the fathers as a core issue.
The article discusses a covenant between strong and weak as a safeguard of justice. It cites Lincoln and Councilman Tarr, asserting constitutional checks restrain power. It contrasts self government for justice with government for self by the reckless and unprincipled.
The piece condemns Col Roosevelt’s campaign tactic of paying with cash in a clash over a political nomination. It argues money cannot win the Lord’s favor or secure victory, noting a 56 vote margin against him and a second defeat amid demoralized forces. The author contrasts bribery with true leadership, framing the effort as a bad cause.
Mr Gomprs travels to Chicago urging labor exemptions from anti trust and injunction laws. He and Roosmver claim injunctive law harms labor but fail to cite cases of labor suffering. Opponents argue law benefits all, warning changes would hurt employers and others, noting unions sometimes sue to curb abuses. Public interest, they say, weighs against such exemptions.
A Republican move could embolden Democrats to extend policies though unions remain a minority of workers. The piece notes the oddity of measures seen as vote getters in a broad political landscape.
The law allowing convicts to choose between hanging and shooting takes effect last January and will be applied next Sunday to Andrew Mrrcovrox who asked to be shot. A poison option was discussed but not enacted, with debate on the appropriateness of methods under civil rule.
The Times argues real newspaper work is best done by professional reporters. It contrasts internal staff reporting with outside staff and notes British press use of cables on Chicago conventions. It warns against overreliance on names and highlights anonymous journalism's value for timely, vivid coverage.
Cyrus Co. President argues in favor of strong borough pride as essential to effective local government. He asserts boroughs ensure responsive policy, warn against centralized rule, and claim united boroughs advance New York City’s progress while guarding against sectionalism.
The article reports a formal announcement that a commercially viable method to manufacture rubber synthetically has been achieved. It notes a potential revolution similar to indigo and warns of a market collapse for rubber plantations, while acknowledging starch-based methods and ongoing natural-dependence in the chemists’ work.
A nostalgic verse exhorts children to bearing duty and joy to brighten life. It speaks to the young, praising their beauty, youth, and courage as the world’s future hope. The message urges steadfastness, optimism, and brave pursuit of truth for a better society.
Three hundred exhibitors gathered at Union Square Hotel as the New York State Motion Picture Exhibitors League was organized with M A Neff presiding. Mrs Harry C Arthur urged action to oppose age restrictions on attendance and extensive reforms. Sidney Ascher elected vice president to represent New York at the national convention in Chicago.
Father Paul James Francis of the Society of the Atonement will lecture tonight at eight o'clock at the Ascension School Hall 108th Street and Amsterdam Avenue. A musical programme accompanies the talk as he appeals for funds to finish the abbey at Garrison and for lodging and food for workers.
Estate of Osmyn P. Conant a Ginn & Co. head filed in Surrogates Court shows total estate 816514 with most in realty and Ginn & Co. stake valued at 259198.59 Louise Royce Conant his wife gets 287601.08 Ruth A. Conant mother 2000 and siblings get 4500 each while nieces and nephews receive 900 apiece.
The Surrogates Court sees a petition for probate of Catherine Ripton's will filed yesterday. She died January 24 1898 in Greenwich Village, leaving $600 real estate and $1,000 personal property. Her estate passed to brother Peter Donnelly by letters of admin in 1903, leaving around $20 in his possession. The will bequeaths $600 to her mother and $1,000 to Donnelly. Dozens of cousins and nieces are cited, many deceased, requiring extensive probate actions to settle small shares from intestacy.
The will of Francis Walsh filed in the Surrogates' Court distributes over 5000 to charities. The Little Sisters of the Poor and Lisdoonan Chapel pastor receive 1000 each, Sac Heart Church pastor 300, St John the Baptist Church 500, St Aloysius pastor 500, Catholic Protectory 1000, and St Michael's Home 500, with Mission of the Immaculate Virgin for Homeless and Destitute Children also 500. The Butler will, filed yesterday, designates half of his residuary estate to the Roman Catholic Orphan Asylum and the Men's and Boys Lodging House.
A letter to the editor from Francis B. Clare of Boston dated June 18 1912 denies endorsing a Boston interview claiming he called modern college women mannish and vulgar. He states he supports women’s education focusing on spiritual character and opposes overemphasis on merely athletic traits.
A reader objects to newspapers using aged to describe people in medical or accident reports. The letter cites a New York Times reference to a man described as sixty with thinning hair, arguing the term aged is unnecessary and prejudicial. The author urges stricter wording in reporting ages.
A Lenox Library proposal follows up on efforts to prevent intrusions on Central Park area by the Lenox Library building or the National Academy of Design. The suggestion aims to place the library on the Academy plot at Cathedral Parkway and Amsterdame Street, echoing New York practices from J. C. Nicolds era in June 191%.
Central Park opponents push to block Lenox Library rebuilding as Park Department seeks funds. Merchants' Association pitches alternative site for a City College of Commerce museum and library at the old City College site, with City College President Finley favorable. Bronx groups urge continued park protection and oppose Crotona Park fire alarm telegraph project.
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