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New York Times

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1908

Page

8

New York Times Ad Rates and Publication Details

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Pusillanimous treaties cast doubt on U S world power

The article quotes Taft condemning treaties that promise rights to foreign citizens without enforcement. It argues Congress must empower federal courts to punish treaty violations, aligning with Harrison, McKinley, and Roosevelt. The piece urges swift passage of a bill to extend federal jurisdiction and uphold treaty duties.

Congress Tarr Fed Harrison McK1 Roosevelt Judiciary Committee House of Representatives Secretary of Roor United States

Anti Gambling Bill Support Widens In Public Letters

Gov Houces receives letters from wives mothers and daughters urging anti race track gambling legislation. The writers describe the gambling evil as damaging yet argue removal should not excuse those who gamble with money they can lose. Supporters say the bill has broad community backing and should become law.

Interior Banks Reserves During Panic Report

The text notes New York banks selling money at extortionate rates to interior banks during a panic. It explains interior banks kept reserves largely as deposits, repayable in cash on the condition that balances be maintained, and that the receiving bank bears the obligation to find true reserves.

Culberson New York

Interior banks violate deposit maintenance in cash payments

The piece argues that interior bankers failed to sustain reserves, drawing down deposits below their normal minimums and demanding cash payments without keeping deposits. It contends New York banks stopped cash payments as depositors pulled funds, with interior customers reluctant to remit, showing interior exchange favored New York by supplying cash to those not paying dues.

New York Interior Exchange

Protest 271949 Overruled on Glass Import Duty

The United States General Appraisers overruled a protest on imported prismatic glass. They note the claim to 45 percent ad valorem duty under Paragraph 110 was not made, so the collector’s 60 percent duty stands. The decision remarks that the result is an absurd outcome caused by restrictive policies benefiting domestic interests.

United States

State hospital plan for crippled children debated at Rochester

Legislators consider establishing a state hospital for crippled and deformed children at Rochester using former asylum lands. A West Haverstraw facility already serves some children with limited capacity, and proposals favor expanding Haverstraw or building anew to treat many more. Proponents argue treatment can prevent lifelong suffering and reduce societal burden.

Rochester State Medical Society West Haverstraw Haverstraw

Rehabilitating Cripples and Tuberculous in State Care

The text argues for expanded state care for crippled and deformed individuals and tuberculous persons, noting many can be cured with skilled treatment. It discusses how to best implement care and mentions transportation costs to Haverstraw could be covered by lines offering free transport.

Haverstraw

Mayor McClellan Delivers Notable Saint Gaudens Address

The piece praises Mayor McClellan for his eloquent Saint Gaudens memorial remarks. It notes the lack of recent New York mayors aside from the late Hewitt and commends the thoughtful portrayal of the sculptor’s works and the dignified portraiture of honored citizens.

New York Mr. Hewitt McClellan Saint-Gaudens

Topics of the Times on vivisection and housing leases

Analyzes debates on vivisection regulation favoring the Lee-Davis bill over Johnson. Ridicules Mrs. Kibbe for backing the stricter ban and notes reliance on anecdotes and lack of anesthesia. Evaluates landlord tenant heat disputes, urging clearer New York leases. Mentions British military actions on India's frontier and a shifting warfare stance.

Campaigning Changes Alarm Zakkakel Tribe and Brappock

Text describes a shift from orthodox marching to open line rushes. The Zakkakels allegedly dislike this change as Gen Brappock did. Claimed outcomes include astonishment, disheartenment, scattered and broken tribes, captured forts, and high tribal mortality. The piece defends unorthodox methods as war aims grow.

Brappock

More Defense of Bryan

M. E. Bloom of New York defends William Jennings Bryan, arguing The Times shortchanges him by citing only portions of speeches. Bloom questions editorial standards, contrasts Bryan with Cleveland Parker Belmont and Jefferson, and asserts Bryan remains a strong, principled Democratic figure despite opposition.

The New York Times Bryan Mr. Bryan Cleveland Parker Belmont Buchanan Jefferson Democratic Party Mark Hanna Henry Ward Beecher Robert G. Ingersoll Theodore Roosevelt M. E. Bloom New York

Protection Against Injury and the Slocum Case

Analysis argues punishment for those who cause harm or risk harm may deter disasters like the Slocum fire and Manager Jacobs’s death. It contends many accidents are unlucky, and harsher early penalties could reduce injuries, suggesting injury prevention matters more than vengeance. New York, Feb. 17, 1908.

The New York Times van Schaick Slocum Jacobs New Jersey Automobilist L. New York

Hudson River name debate tied to tercentenary plans

G T Pettengill of New York urges restoring the river name at its mouth from North River to Hudson as the tunnels linking Hoboken and Jersey City to New York City run beneath the Hudson. He asks when the North River name began at the mouth and where the river starts, suggesting the city should officially designate the western border stream as Hudson and noting prior street name changes. He calls for groundwork for the tercentenary next year.

The New York Times Hoboken Jersey City New York City Hudson River North River Hendrik Hudson City of New York Hudson Fifty-ninth Street Boulevard Broadway G. T. Pettengill

February Twenty-Ninth Poem By John Kendrick Bangs

A brief poem notes February twenty ninth as an extra day granted by fate to strengthen our powers from the earnings of the hours. The verse frames the day as a dividend of time used to advance personal growth and worth.

John Kendrick Bangs

Letters urge Hughes to ban race track betting in push for anti-gambling bill

A NYT report from Albany details letters sent to Gov. Hughes by wives, mothers, and others harmed by race-track gambling. The missives praise Hughes for his proposed measures and urge swift passage, outlining personal losses, family strains, and calls to act. A school principal and a police lieutenant also condemn gambling, while a gambler vows to out-argue lawmakers. A hearing on the Agnew-Hart bill is set for Wednesday before codes committees.

New York Times Albany Brooklyn Police New York City Europe New York Poughkeepsie Senate

Plan for unemployment relief discussed by Bolton Hall

Bolton Hall addressed Cerulean Federation delegates with a self devised plan to employ building mechanics via enforcing tenement law. He proposed a committee to oversee conversion of 85,000 New York tenement dark rooms to compliant spaces, arguing landlords would cooperate if laws are enforced. Herman Robinson questioned landlord cooperation amid foreclosures and weak mortgages.

Bolton, Hall John Hall Cer -al Federated Union Mr. Hall Tie New York Herman Robinson

Chester's Top Speed Sets Record During Endurance Run

Portland Me March 1 The scout cruiser Chester completed four hours at top speed between Cape Elizabeth and Thatcher's Island with an average of 26.53 knots, max 25.60 knots. The results exceed contract goals and builder projections, and steering gear test was successful. A snowstorm halted the final 24 hour endurance and coal-consumption run planned at 22 1 4 knots in harbor tonight.

Portland Chester Cape Elizabeth Thatcher's Island

Chinese surrender offer for seized steamer Tatsu Maru

The Chinese Government plans to surrender the Japanese steamer Tatsu Maru seized February 7 by Chinese customs outside Macao while unloading a large cache of rifles and ammunition. Officials say conspirators aimed to import 7000 to 8000 rifles and ammunition for Tonking border rebels, though smuggling proof remains lacking.

Peking Macao China Tonking

Church losses foreseen for Manhattan island in future mission field

Dr Charles Jefferson, in tenth anniversary sermons at Broadway Tabernacle, warned that Manhattan is becoming a foreign mission field. He cited declines in Protestant numbers, rising Catholic and Jewish shares, and predicted that by 100 years hence most members may reside in the Bronx, with the island turning into a mission ground for Christian workers.

Manhattan Charles Jefferson Broadway Tabernacle Jefferson Manhattan Island Paris London Thirty-fourth Street Central Park Bronx Tabernacle’ Church

Fifteen Hundred Boys Undergo Bible and Talmud Exam

Fifteen hundred boys aged up to 14 from Machzikan Tal mud Toran School marched through a snowstorm to a Norfolk Street synagogue. The exam on the Bible and the Talmud was conducted in English by Principal G Kaplan as President Philips of the congregation praised the pupils’ progress. Pupils from the head school and Seventh Street branch attended, led by a long list of teachers including M Schoolman and G Lipshitz, and were photographed after being seated.

Machzikan Talmud Toran School Fast Broadway Norfolk Street G. Kaplan Philips Seventh Street M. Schoolman G. Brauer H. Charlap M. Lichtman M. Silver 0. Slonimsky M. Karronitz Rabinzan M. Rabinswitz M. Schachnow B. Shelitin G. Lipshitz H. Bain H. Glikman Ti. Hendler H. Kalstein H. Ryz

Serum Serum Therapy Reported To Fight Scarlet Fever

Dr. Henry A. Robinson of 69 East Seventh Street attached to the Post-Graduate Hospital says serum injections, similar to diphtheria treatment, are successfully combating scarlet fever on the east side this winter. He cites four children in one family recovering after hypodermic doses, notes Germany and France have used the method, and states it is not yet common in the United States.

Henry A. Robinson East Seventh Street Robinson Germany France

Bachelor Proposals From Six Society Girls In Illinois

In Edwardsville Illinois on March 1 six society girls made bona fide marriage proposals to C W Terry president of the State and Trust Bank and McKinley Railroad general attorney. The letters were written in cipher and Terry promised to interpret them after choosing a candidate. He replied that in two weeks he would select one and announce his choice for the Benedict's class. Terry is described as wealthy and good looking.

New York Times Edwardsville W. Terry State and Trust Bank McKinley W. E. Wheeler Terry Hiis

Taft Stresses Y M C A Aid in War Efforts

Secretary of War William H Taft told over 2 000 Springfield listeners the Y M C A has aided the government in the Philippines and the Panama Zone. He then moved on to Millbury where he will spend the night with Miss Delia Torrey at the old Taft homestead and speak in Fitchburg tomorrow night.

Springfield Mass William H. Taft Young Men's Christian Association Philippines Panama Cana Zone Taft New York Millbury Delia C. Torrey Miss Torrey Fitchburg

St Pauls Chapel Honors Its Pastor on Twentieth Anniversary

The St Pauls Chapel parish marks the 20th anniversary of Rev William Montague Geers ministry with a morning service, sermon by Bishop Potter, and holy communion. Bishop Potter praises Geers for humanitarian work and service to humanity. A reception follows, with a reunion planned at Vesey Street parish house where a loving cup will be presented by clergy and former members.

St. Paul’s Chapel William Montague Geers Potter Mr. Geer Bis’ P Potter Ansaree St. Paul Christ Geer Nelson Thomas A. H. Burke Tarrytown N. Y Thomas Costella Johneson St. Paul's Vesey Street Greer William Te A Manning St. Agness Chapel Trinity Parish

Doctor MacArthur Rejects Anglican Catholic Union

The Rev Dr R S MacArthur told Calvary Baptist Church class he disapproves of Anglican Catholic union proposals. He mocked a city discussion by Episcopal clergy and laymen as mild sensation and warned that any Anglican move toward Rome would be by lay reception only. He cited Pope Leo XI’s decree and deemed the movement unlikely to succeed.

R. S. MacArthur Calvary Baptist Church Thenme Rome Father Paul Clereymin Ronit Leo XI Paul I

Belasco Theatre Hosts First Historic Hymn Rehearsal

The Belasco Theatre on West Forty second Street hosted the first ever hymn rehearsal with 100 church chorus members for Lent services led by Rev. Dr. William Carter. Georg R. Stebbins directed without instruments, and a Federation of Labor motion urged all city labor groups to attend. Next Sunday repeats with full orchestra attendance and the first public service.

Belasco Theatre Forty Second Street Jounettes Wilk William Carter Madison Avenue Reformed Church Georg R. Stebbins Moody and Sankey Stebbins Dr. Carter Federation of Labor

Gen Adam Fire Fighter to join local department

Brig. Gen. Joseph Stephen Adam of the Austro Hungarian Army aims to join the local Fire Department for experience. He already serves with Philadelphia fire crews, carrying Hungarian credentials and plans to work here before returning to Budapest where fire services are military controlled. He intends to buy American engines to bring home.

Joseph Stephen Adam Adam Philadelphia Hungary Budapest Paladelphia

Rev Dr Charles F Aked Returns to Pulpit After Illness

The Rev Dr Charles F Aked, pastor of Fifth Avenue Baptist Church, occupied his pulpit yesterday for the first time since illness. A large congregation filled the body and gallery as he preached a doctrinal sermon.

Charles F. Aked Fifth Avenue Baptist Church Aked

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