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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1913
Page
2
Vermont figures battle over perjury accusations tied to Gov. Sulzer. Alfred Watson alleges William Bulzer tried to extort money from Watson's wife while Curtis refutes the forged petition. An affidavit from Z E Simmons relates heated exchanges about Sulzer's truthfulness and McCloskey's conduct.
Gov Sulzer said he had nothing more to add to the statement denouncing as a forgery a Curtis document claiming to copy a petition seeking prosecution for perjury in a Vermont lawsuit from 1890. He argues Tammany used the document to attack his political independence as the Direct Primary bill looms in a tense legislative session.
The Governor signals sympathy with direct primary efforts but New York leaders and Cabinet members decline involvement. Albany legislators expect no primary bill this year as Tammany aims to block the Suizer measure. Wagner and Smith plan a caucus to push a vote, while Gov Suizer will urge a one mill direct tax to fund sinking funds amid financial caution.
Vermont representative Frank Plumley answers telegrams on the Sulzer-Watson case saying no grand jury or petit jury presented him with any perjury charge against Gov. Sulzer. He notes a single unsigned paper and cites Judge Wheeler and ex Gov Pingree as not supporting prosecution.
Samuel E. Pingree, former Vermont governor, states no presentation or indictment occurred against Mr. Sulzer. He recalls District Attorney Plumley declining to present the case to the Federal Grand Jury at Rutland and witnesses being discharged after inquiry.
A historical committee argues against married women teaching, claiming absentee motherhood harms children and home life. It discusses double incomes, job scarcity for single teachers, and the moral function of marriage versus state duties. The piece defends maintaining strict marital roles among educators.
Holly Pratt 28 pleaded guilty to arson in Harlem Court for setting fire to the five story tenement at 1561 Third Avenue on Saturday night. His wife and child attended as he faced Magistrate Butts. witnesses said Pratt ran from the building and reappeared as fire crews arrived. Fire Marshal Prial linked the blaze to suspected multiple fires in the same neighborhood. Pratt held without bail for trial.
Earl Sandt 25 dies in Grove City hospital from tetanus after injuries from a June 12 exhibition flight. His biplane failed in a downward air current, hit a building, and wrecked. His brothers rushed antitoxin from Erie but arrived too late. Sandt had earlier flown in 1911 and crossed Lake Erie in 1912.
Sheriff hides three accused Black suspects Smith Harris Joe May and Henry Kitchens as a thousand strong mob storms the jail in Dublin Georgia. The trio is moved by train to Macon for safety while neighboring citizens thwart further killings. Mrs Howell lies dead at the couple’s home and Mr Howell dies soon after from wounds. Bloodhounds lead to the suspects.
Police and residents identify a three man gang using a small red car with a rear seat as they blow safes in Peconic and Patchogue. Postmaster Louis Jefferson and Patchogue station agent Ernest Morrell report safes blown and cash missing, with about 200 dollars taken. Investigators link the trio to other local burglaries and note the car’s distinctive description.
A string of six accidents began at 1 AM on the Ocean Parkway and Surf Avenue near Avenue T, with injuries limited to minor cuts and bruises. The day’s worst crash occurred at 6 PM when a car driven by Louis Titlitz collided with a second vehicle driven by Louis Sharp, ejecting five occupants.
President Wilson will address Congress in joint session to urge a currency law at the current session. The event, with limited galleries, follows open sessions debate on banking reform and the Administration’s favored plan. Secretary Bryan endorses the proposed act, arguing it protects the public while aiding banks.
Senator Burton of Ohio criticizes the Administration currency bill as resembling the Aldrich Plan while differing on regional banks and note issues. He warns that compulsory membership, centralized control, and a $500 million note issue could invite inflation, speculation, and unfair lending, urging restraint and better reserve use.
Testimony details The World’s earnings and goodwill value based on 1908 to 1911 figures. Auditors report yearly circulation and advertising totals, with brokers and editors estimating overall value and potential sale price, noting the impact of Pulitzer’s death and AP franchise valuations.
A large firm seeks its top manager of agents to lead a new sales line. In two years he grew department sales from 200 000 to 600 000 per year, ran branch offices nationwide, and excels at recruiting and retaining agents to build a strong organization. Aged 33, willing to start on a moderate salary for a firm offering a future. strongest recommendation provided.
A historical critique argues currency rigidity the rise of check usage and substitutes for cash demands automatic expansion and contraction. It warns against a powerful Federal Reserve Board as a political tool risking centralization and loss of state rights.
Senator Owen asserts the money bill will stand amid banker predictions of heavy liquidation. He warns those who threaten otherwise that the public will resist and that scrutiny will follow their actions. He plans to return to Washington on a late train.
Irving T. Bush advocates a dual board system for national banking with one banker elected board directing daily operations and a second presidentially appointed board acting as a veto body on key issues. He argues this structure would curb public suspicion and ensure welfare minded governance.
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