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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1913
Page
6
The piece argues against strong government control of banking, praising free banking as the safest path. It cautions that appointing bank managers under political influence would risk capital owners and the economy, noting parallels with railways and trusts and urging prompt opposition to proposed measures.
The article argues that the current tariff mandate is forcing a broader political finance experiment. It contends the country resists centralized banking and paternalism, warning that government price regulation and a national bank run counter to free market principles. It cautions against absolute government control of banking and questions how a mandated discount rate would work across Federal reserve banks.
The Gettysburg commemorative gathering marks fifty years since the battle with large scale planning for food shelter and sanitation offering a business like lesson for military administration. Taft will give the Fourth of July address while President Wilson hopes to attend adding to the event's significance.
Dr Henry Van Dixke is selected to represent the United States at the Court of the Netherlands. The appointment reflects Dutch descent and strong scholarship, refined prose and verse skill, and a high standard of citizenship. Americans of all backgrounds may be proud to have him as their representative.
M Clemenceau champions Romanian Jews urging France to press Berlin treaty signatories to enforce equal citizenship rights in Romania. He notes Jews are law abiding industrious and loyal soldiers, though some have special laws in Dobrondja and Silistria.
M Clemenceau warns that foreigners, including Jewish Romanian soldiers and their children, face exclusion as stateless in many lands. The United States is urged to influence world opinion and back a new broad coalition across religions and parties. The goal is to press Berlin treaty powers to correct ongoing injustices.
The piece honors Henry Ward Beecher noting his national influence through freedom advocacy and sympathy for the oppressed. It contrasts his early stature with later slander while praising his courage, benevolence, and patriotism amid decline. It urges recognition by a new generation of Beecher’s eloquence and public service.
The article notes Mr Punch of London celebrates plans for golf at the 1916 Olympic Games and praises English amateurs and players like Jerome Travers Oswald Kirkby and Hilton while acknowledging American pros. It suggests four ball billiards as a potential English edge.
Americans in London plan Independence Day gatherings in Claridge's Adam suite with Ambassador hosting a reception. In New York celebrations intensify while the new Ambassador may not match the prior host’s famed hospitality.
The narrative notes that US representatives should not overdo official duties or lavish hosting. Americans in London will nonetheless honor Independence Day by visiting the Ambassador, avoiding public displays or fireworks, and enjoying Pace’s hospitality with the King George III descendants’ circle.
The piece discusses Lieut Towers surviving a fall from a plane at 1600 feet after a companion died, noting the role of a parachute and the capsizing accident. It argues for safer aircraft design to reliably open life-saving surfaces, acknowledges unavoidable risks, and calls for safeguards against unpredictable atmospheric "holes in the air."
The piece argues higher education value comes from teaching, not selection, noting more varied social aims for college attendance. It warns against assuming collegians always earn more, cites labor-union and anecdotal evidence, and emphasizes colleges draw out ability rather than create it.
An editorial criticizes repeated Westchester Grand Jury findings on Sing Sing prison abuses. It argues for reform through local, volunteer boards to supervise state institutions and prevent ongoing mistreatment of inmates.
The piece discusses evolving penal approaches, noting that Bedford Reformatory already houses such methods while questioning why Sing Sing remains old fashioned. It suggests judges may doubt sending prisoners to harsher, undefined penalties and hints that reform could accelerate if resistance wanes.
A New York letter from Dr. William J. Robinson warns against widespread household medicines. The writer argues laypeople lack pharmacological knowledge and warns self treatment can be deadly, noting a department store sale of medicine cabinets risks the ignorant.
A New Haven reader argues that many conservative pro suffragists avoid organized movements due to sensational methods and vague arguments. They urge a focus on intelligent voting and educating women on town state and national issues rather than pursuing rapid, sensational campaigns.
A grieving widow with four children asks for $240 to assure yearlong food. Her janitorial work supports rent plus $10 monthly but she needs relief after her husband died of heart disease. The plan includes country rest, lighter duties, free rent, and clothing for the children, with gifts sent to 105 East Twenty second Street.
A reader from New York letters to the Times disputing claims about baldness. He argues against hats causing hair loss and ridicules the idea that religious faith prevents baldness, asserting the only known cause is lack of hair and urging acceptance of that explanation. He signs W Jaell and dates the note June 21, 1913.
A 1913 letter explains a simple coffee method using fresh water, an open teapot, a linen napkin, and four level tablespoons of finely ground Java and Mocha for four cups. The brew is strained through the cloth, then served at table. wash and refresh the cloth daily.
A Letter to the Times writer explains that modern artificial ice uses ammonia only to chill brine, not the water. Distilled water remains separate, preventing ammonia contact. the process relies on brine cooling to freeze ice, debunking myths about direct chemical mixing.
Helen M. Bent denounces the Tariff bill's income tax provision as unjust to married women living with their husbands. She argues the $4,000 deduction rules penalize home makers and families, fosters inequity since most states recognize married women as persons, and cites historical progress like New York’s Married Woman’s Property act of 1848. The letter, dated June 20, 1913, from New York, urges Congress to protect equal rights within marriage.
In Bedford Park Mr. Gerard’s letter discusses the meaning of Mosholu and cites a dell near Mosholu Parkway South with tulip trees as evidence for the name’s origin. The piece contrasts new residents mispronouncing Mosholu with the traditional mar-sher-lou pronunciation.
A poem by Jane Burr questions traditional expectations in love and marriage. It weighs freedom of choice against social pressure and the costs of conformity, pondering honesty, age, family, and the value of personal autonomy in forming relationships.
Mayor Gaynor's Fourth of July Committee abandons fireworks for a citywide illumination centered on Central Park. The Mall from 67th to 72nd Street will glow with lanterns and fountains under parasols, with East and West Drives lit in color and the 76 and 1913 figures shown. Funds raised total $25,000 from the city, with only $7,778 from the public. donations should be sent to Isaac N. Seligman as treasurer.
The Agriculture Department will alter Pure Food law notices to show at a glance if the government won or the defendant was acquitted. Misuse of prior headings by salesmen led to customer prejudice against rivals even when acquittal occurred. Publication of judgments is avoided as a harsh penalty when the government wins.
Engineer Dougherty testifies he is inexperienced and physically unable to reverse his engine. He explains he is an extra engineer on the spare board and advances only when his name reaches the top. He blames the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers for the arrangement and questions whether a union can control railroad hiring.
A reader in New York on June 18, 1913, discusses a dubious 13 record after visiting a friend on the thirteenth floor. He speaks with an office boy who mentions a brother turning 13 and employed at 13 East Thirteenth Street, raising questions about truthfulness in the workplace.
An English voter and anti suffrage writer questions why militants honor Miss Davison as a martyr noting she died in 1913 by misadventure after a horse kick. The piece argues the jury verdict deems death accidental and condemns militant rhetoric surrounding her death.
Edward G. Ekdahl asks The New York Times to consider city built and operated motion picture theatres that educate youth. He questions whether profits and public benefit can justify providing films that teach subjects children should know.
The author supports a rule prohibiting people from passing gates at Grand Central Terminal to keep trains clear of non travelers. They argue trains would be crowded and delayed without enforcement. Commentators criticized the New Haven line in hidden letters, urging fair play.
A letter from New York dated June 19 1913 asks why more policemen are not posted in park areas. The writer notes vandalism disrupts quiet spots and disturbs wildlife and urges authorities to place officers in the neighborhood 7B.
Mrs. Sarah W. H. Christopher, a pioneering fire inspector, becomes Fire Prevention Adviser to the Cotton Garment Manufacturers of New York. She plans a factory wide fire drill system with factory proprietors as fire chiefs and floor, room, and exit supervision to improve safety and orderly evacuation.
Washington reports Speaker Clark urges immigration reform focus on emigration. He says Americans leaving for cheaper lands abroad cost the nation millions yearly and lose citizens who understand U.S. institutions. He cites Western Canada settlements and advocates easier homestead access, irrigation, and drainage to curb emigration.
Harrisburg June 22 Col Lewis E Beitler secretary of the Gettysburg Semi Centenary Commission arrived to press Gov Tener for state action to care for veterans with no provision at the battlefield. Several thousand more are expected though the War Department funds are exhausted and Pennsylvania may need an additional appropriation to cover veterans and a potential state national government agreement.
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