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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1909
Page
6
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The Senate adopts a resolution by Senator Culberson seeking a record on whether the federal case against the New York and New Haven Railway was dropped and why. The piece criticizes state influence, Massachusetts precedent, and the administration’s handling of Sherman anti trust law and federal enforcement.
A Sunday Times report from Berlin describes a new political movement by leading shipping, finance, and commerce interests forming the Hanseatic League to challenge landowners in the empire. Historic ties to Hamburg Bremen and Lubeck anchor the bid, with financiers and manufacturers across the Rhine and South backing the effort against entrenched landowners.
The article analyzes Germany's tax and protection policies favoring landowners and the agrarian Conservatives. It notes potential cooperation between Prince Barlow and the Emperor with a new party, and argues Germans’ businessmen prefer free trade and less state intervention. A broad reform movement, guided by Hanotaux, Jaray, and Hur et, gains US interest.
A newspaper editorial condemns Independence Day fireworks in crowded districts. It cites high injury and death counts from explosives, urges citywide bans and changes in public celebration habits led by affluent citizens to curb pyrotechnic displays.
Paris dispatches in The Sunday Times promote a Franco American entente to foster friendly understanding. The piece argues both nations face selfish tariffs and poor governmental conduct, but broader cultural understanding could counteract sensational public impressions from high profile lawsuits.
A college student writes to complain that Arbucketle’s offer of summer work on his farm carries a wage and age limit, calling philanthropy a cold business. The letter argues true charity should provide real opportunity for suitable, competent labor and not place applicants in unfit, temporary roles.
The piece extols Noah as a skilled builder in ancient times, praising the ark as a durable vessel that carried all life. It mocks modern naval architects for focusing on appearance and speed, urging the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers to honor Noah’s name.
A New York Medical Journal critique condemns stage hypnotism as fraud that harms public belief and could mislead juries and children. It notes hypnotists use accomplices and never truly hypnotize, arguing the practice fuels superstition and dangerous credulity.
Sanford Culver Hearn of Yonkers New York writes to The New York Times defending Chinese Christians after the Elsie Sigel murder coverage. He cites a Chinese church with a long, scandal-free Sunday School, praising its teachers and missions and urging readers to recognize peaceful, devout Chinamen amid sensational reporting.
A college student recounts applying to John Arbuckle for on farm work on a 900 acre New Palz estate in Ulster County. He details questions about age weight and health, notes Arbuckle’s higher age and weight preference, and denounces the contract terms as a cold business move under philanthropy. He argues many students lack probation and face low wages and deductions, calling for real opportunities for vacation employment.
Senators Kean and Brines back repeal of the duty on hides citing local tanners and leather goods firms. The Boots and Shoes Manufacturers Association president argues for cutting shoe duties, but critics call the concession ridiculous and dismiss fears of foreign competition. The piece mocks industrial leaders for seeking protection.
The article surveys how Noah has been labeled as a Babylonian myth, a sun god, and other mythic roles, noting confusions with Xisuthrus and the distortions of his lineage and character through comparative mythology and philology. It concludes by noting an unlikely modern label of Noah as a gamekeeper, highlighting how far interpretations can drift.
A Chinese YMCA letter from New York June 25 1909 defends Chinese as a race and condemns broad blame after the Sigel murder. It rejects stamping all Chinese as criminals, notes difficulty locating implicated Sunday school members, and urges keeping missions open to all while pursuing Leon Ling under state law.
A letter to the editor argues the Elsie Sigel case is theoretical and proposes a rival killer scenario. The author suggests the crime involved a restaurant killing and a staged trunk deception, with a jealous lover and a paid Chinaman as possible elements. The writer cautions detectives about the suspect’s “peculiar” ways.
Letter to the editor argues deaths from heat prostration are criminal and criticizes generic hot weather advice. R C McWane questions medical and dietary guidance, urges clear guidance on what to eat and drink in high temperatures.
A letter signed Kinarla attacks the claim that ocean liners visit Queenstown to appease Irish nationalists or Unionist capitalists. The piece counters with notes on British commercial interests and mail-route timings, explaining Queenstown remains favored for quicker transatlantic delivery and government preference.
A 1900 letter from New York criticizes fountain practices, noting dirty glass cleansing water and lingering odors at soda fountains. The writer urges better cleaning and disposal of rinse water to maintain decency and cleanliness.
A New York reader brands soda fountains as improper for using glasses that are not properly washed. He describes ongoing misconduct at seemingly respectable establishments and voices a preference for thirst over drinking from their glasses.
L B Blumborg from New York argues against Bishop McFaul’s claim that universities lack morality. He supports open inquiry and exposure to opposing views while defending fundamental truths across religions. He urges sunlight in education and opposes sectarian colleges.
Michael M. Davis Jr of the People's Institute writes that the new law licenses dance academies not individual teachers and enforces proper conditions in schools. He notes the annual 50 dollar fee applies to the academy license, effective September 30, and argues regulation benefits reputable studios.
Dreamed as the Place Tomorrow-After, the Way of Have-Patience and Be-Heart. Travelers toil along valleys and hills, chasing a distant City of Desire beyond the day. Bells of vespers call toward rest, while voices urge rise, join the Way, and dream one more night.
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