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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1914
Page
7
A dense display of publishing rates and subscriptions outlines daily and Sunday editions, pricing for domestic and foreign addresses, and options for weekly, monthly, and annual mailings. It notes special rates for Canada and other regions and mentions additional publications like The New York Times Book Review and The New York Times Index.
The President addresses Virginia editors predicting an approaching boom and urging business leaders to support his plans. He argues Congress must implement reforms like currency relief, with business input shaping laws and commerce under certainty.
Representative Humphrey Ebenezer Washington laments a stagnant Capitol session as he denounces Republicans and Democrats for leaving vacancies and chasing political fences. He paints a vision of a damaged nation, with leaders chained to desks and a summer away from work, while factions drift.
The text argues that laws must be fair to all and based on conduct rather than business discretion. It views common law as the expression of the common conscience when sound, and warns that statutes not expressing common law reflect bad law and unenforceable standards. It sets a criterion to judge the President's constructive legislation.
The piece defends U S mediation at Niagara Falls as constructive and rejects claims of humiliation. It cites Tampico as punished and Vera Cruz remains under U S control while Mexico seeks order. It praises Pan American collaboration with South American republics as a lasting step toward pacifying Mexico and stabilizing its government.
The Times warned that the Claflin collapse reflects an obsolete credit system before the modern Federal framework. It relied on endorsements and interlinked paper rather than regulated currency, masking losses as profits until asset value fell and payments demanded.
The article argues for interior province representation in Federal reserve managers to avert East Coast Money Power influence. It warns that prior easy credit by unorganized interior banks caused overextension, and predicts centralized supervision will curb risky lending and prevent chaotic rediscount practices.
A columnist recalls the Salem witchcraft era calamity and the Great Fire, noting Puritan fears, ghostly musings, and the city’s rebirth. The piece muses on burning the past, then argues Salem will rebuild as a safer, better manufacturing center with sympathy for residents.
The exchange between Secretary Bryan and Japan centers on treaty rights and the California law restricting ownership by naturalized aliens. Japan cites racial distinctions as hurtful, while Bryan seeks judicial resolution and economic explanations. Attitudes have shifted since the height of the dispute thirteen months ago, though no settlement is in sight.
Secretary Invan considers a bold approach to peace by diplomacy. He embeds the idea into a series of treaties, achieving limited gains. In the Japan case his move suppresses a volatile issue for a year, though no settlement is reached and tempers remain high in both nations.
The article notes Col. Roosevelt’s opposition to fusion with Republicans, urging a straight Progressive ticket. It cites Ohio and Indiana as solid Progressive positions and Louisiana as a possible boost, with Beveridge in the Senate race and Garfield in the governor’s race. It questions a Republican crossover for the nomination and suggests a last resort fusion unlikely to succeed.
A critique of newspaper funding methods argues large circulation papers risk advertiser coercion and that high priced papers depend on ads more than subscriptions. The piece then shifts to a Massachusetts General Court scene where lawmakers' attire prompts light commentary, culminating in Speaker Cushings ruling that he would not rule on footwear, allowing Rev. Roland Sawyer to continue barefoot in the chamber.
Mary Garrett Hay, chair of the Woman Suffrage Party in New York, argues that women in Queens could have influenced the election of District Attorney and leaders to prevent public justice issues. She commends Mrs Eno and allied women for their civic courage and calls for women as responsible citizens in governance. The letter, dated June 5, London, weighs the role of women voters in political reform.
The Times defends its stance on Gunda the elephant at Bronx Zoo, arguing for less rigid confinement to reduce observer distress while rejecting slaughter. It cites Dr. Hornapay’s critique and defends ongoing dialogue with the zoologist, urging balanced treatment and safety for Keepers. The column also critiques Vice President Marshall's remarks on newspaper independence and pricing.
In New York on June 25, 1914 a reader asks the editor why the rear motor of the new Broadway ears mousetrap keeps gurgling and banging in listeners. The correspondent notes a cost of 6000 dollars per unit to the company.
Annie O Connor recalls a distant childhood in the Land of Long Ago. She paints memories of clover morning dew wild roses and apple blooms as birds sing and bees hover. The poem contrasts fading sight with a mystic symphony of memory.
W Thornaday denounces The New York Times for its campaign against the Zoological Park and Gunda the elephant. He argues the paper promotes cruelty and calls for two options: leave Gunda in place or euthanize him, warning readers to ignore Charles H. George and defend management.
At a Belport board meeting, Mayor McAneny and Real Estate Board President McGuire clashed over moving the Court House site to a parish property near St Andrew's. Protests cited land costs and assessments while engineers argued the foundation need not rely on rock. The vote on condemnation was postponed to next Thursday with no public discussion planned.
New York June 25 1914 Gunda the elephant faces debate over confinement. Dr Hornaday and keepers argue he is not suffering while suggesting he might be happier with more space and humane treatment. Critics question whether endless chains and iron restraints suit a valu able zoo asset and call for better quarters and care.
A reader from Ellsworth writes about visiting someone with children and urges better friendship for the children and the writer. The missive requests others to comment on the matter for the sake of the children and the person involved.
Serena Rhinelander’s will leaves 70 000 to the Church of the Ascension 50 000 to St James Church for the Rhinelander School trust Endowment 9 000 to the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and similar bequests for other charities The rest goes to four nephews and a niece with executors including Frank S Witherbee The will and codicils were offered for probate yesterday
State Labor Commissioner James M. Lythe testified before the Poncters Investigating Committee and urged making the labor law more elastic. The hearing covered enforcement scope, hotel workers, tenement child labor, and contracts for public works. Witnesses from the city and national unions urged clearer standards, while contractors pressed for wage provisions and limits on hours.
J DPD Crary, managing director of the New York Lumber Trade, denies a lumber trust exists and attacks alleged proclamations by the Supreme Court. He argues distributors remain active and will uphold the law as always.
A garbled letter to the editor from East Krampton New York dated June 28 discusses misprints and a protest against a political plugger. Multiple misspellings obscure names and events.
Workmen began tearing down the Grand Union Hotel at Forty-first Street and Forty-second Street. A front portion remains visible as demolition progresses with wagons carrying debris. The landmark formerly housed bystanders recalling its long history as the building loses its upper floors and rear annex.
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