Jackson Accused Inquiry Asked Prolonged Panic and Denunciation
Albany March 18 a legislative investigation of New York Attorney General Jackson is proposed by Senator Martin Saxe in a concurrent resolution. The motion cites alleged misuse of office to hinder solvent banks during the money stringency and seeks a committee to report amendments to the attorney general law.
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Senator Saxe Attacks Jackson Over Franchise Tax Letter
Albany dispatch reports Senator Saxe accusing Attorney General Jackson of withholding his letter while publicizing Jacksons reply. Saxe recounts his role as referee in a key Brooklyn Rapid Transit franchise tax case that favored the State and set a precedent. He says Jackson stalled papers, blocking further actions and money due, and that a January letter to Jackson led to a hostile reply.
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Willcox Faces Traction Magnates Over New Subways
William R. Willcox of the Public Service Commission and H. P. Bryan of Interborough address the New York City subway problem. They discuss funding, private capital, and the city’s borrowing limits, arguing for city control or a long term indeterminate franchise with city retake provisions.
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Jackson Tells Saxe He Outlines Tax Case Ethics
Jackson published a January letter to Senator Saxe criticizing his investigation resolution. He notes Saxe’s multiple official roles in tax cases, questions ethics and propriety, and implies conflicts of interest. Jackson predicts the investigating committee will include Saxe and Armstrong who sought to reduce his funding.
Grand Jury Probes Traction Affairs
The special Grand Jury resumed its examination of Metropolitan Street Railway affairs. Arthur Teale, the expert accountant who reviewed the company books, was brought into the Grand Jury room. H. H. Vreeland, president of the New York City Railway Company, was in the district attorney's office but not called as a witness.
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Parkhurst and Wise Lead Fight Against Race Track Betting
Albany report shows Rev. Dr. Charles H. Parkhurst and Rabbi Stephen S. Wise urging race track reform under Gov. Hughes to curb gambling. The Jockey Club's Joseph S. Auerbach argued against the bill, while Parkhurst and Wise pressed constitutional and moral grounds for change.
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Albany
Charles H. Parkhurst
Stephen S. Wise
New York City
Hughes
Senate Judiciary Committee
Agnew Hart
Joseph 8. Auerbach
Jockey Club
Judiciary Committee
Auerbach
Gov
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Gov. Hughes
Walter Laidlaw
Anti Race Track Gambling Committee in New York Formed
A New York anti race track gambling committee formed long ago reports a recent talk with August Belmont who stated that annual wagers at Jockey Club tracks total about 45000 dollars. Dr Laidlaw submitted letters and resolutions from numerous churches backing passage of the bill.
Kentucky Curb Poolrooms Signed Into Law
Gov Willson today signed the Wilhelm Anti Poolroom bill passed by the General Assembly. The act permits pool selling on race tracks during race meetings but prohibits it elsewhere. Officers face fines imprisonment and forfeiture of office if provisions are not enforced.
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Brewers Back Reforms In Liquor Tax Law Debate
Albany reports that the State Brewers' Association endorsed the Excise Department amendments to tighten liquor taxation. They supported stricter rules for disorderly saloons and gambling resorts and favored higher license taxes. William Forester urged hotel license forfeiture if minors are served in dining rooms where liquor is sold. The bill allows certificate revocation for prohibited persons on licensed premises.
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Albany
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New York
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Hearing on Jerome Charges Set for March 26
Governor Hughes announced ex Chief Judge Andrews of the Court of Appeals will serve as commissioner to take testimony on the Jerome charges. The first hearing is scheduled for Thursday March 26 in the Tribüne Building.
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