21 Mar 1907
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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1907
Page
1
A critical retrospective argues the Republican Party has become supinely controlled by one man, erasing historic rivalries and debates. It contrasts past leaders and battles with today’s centralized rule, calling the shift a loss of vigor and representative governance.
The piece argues over gold and banknotes as a basis for currency, opposing a pure gold standard and urging greater use of notes. It notes reserve money, the banking role of gold, and criticizes Treasury practices under Cort Terroy while urging government securities as safer bank alternatives.
A stark portrait describes a political leadership that bans initiative and punishes dissent. It asserts that a dominant, supreme figure rules while once strong, ambitious men submit to preserve status, fearing excommunication for questioning.
Col. David McClure traveled to Albany at his own expense to oppose Gen. Bingham's bill to restore order and discipline to the police force. He argued disinterestedly for the system that protects an Inspector from censure, challenging notions of mercenary motive, and he did so without retained pay.
The Senate Cities Committee punctuated Col. McClure’s remarks with laughter as they questioned his status as a simple citizen. The piece notes that other lawmen and disinterested parties traveled to the capital at personal cost, contrasting their motives with McClure’s retainer driven stance and warning that a lawyer should not press personal opinions as a private citizen.
The piece compares Pennsylvania and San Francisco, showing how both state and city have suffered from entrenched political machines. It argues that party spirit enables theft and misrule, citing the Capitol plunder and San Francisco labor-era corruption, and questions the outcomes if reform fails.
The remark reflects a call to action amid accusations of shaming and plunder. It frames the central dilemma as a question of responsibility and response, urging concrete steps from all parties involved.
A recent newspaper note tells of a young man and woman near Boston who after their auto broke down, married at a local church. The piece suggests public reaction to car trouble can alter mood and even spur hastened unions, raising questions about patience, pride, and marital happiness amid roadside mishaps.
Knoxville Tenn moves beyond prohibition as voters enact a measure aimed at curbing corrupt liquor trade and restoring fair governance. City officials faced with ambitious liquor suppliers, the drive seeks to limit corruption while tightening enforcement of local alcohol regulations.
The Charleston News and Courier notes a strong rise in prohibitions in the South. It argues that this shift stems from a belief that liquor interests dominate politics and cannot be kept out, rather than a broad moral stance against moderate drinking.
Letter from New York dated March 18 1907 appeals for middle class west side children to receive sand piles on Riverside Drive. Writer M. B. urges city officials to provide in-summer play spaces like east side recreation piers and Fresh Air Fund programs. Stresses equity between social classes and the joy of children digging and playing outdoors.
James Tanner of Washington D C writes March 19 1907 to dispute local memory of Conkling s opening words in nominating Grant for a third term He recalls the line If asked what State he hails from This our sole reply shall be He comes from Appomattox And its famous Apple Tree He credits James H Kennedy as closest to the truth and rejects Cowles and Barnes as off the mark.
Julius Stein of New York urges uniting all Hebrew charitable groups into a single federation. He argues the plan is practical, would attract broad support from non‑affiliates, and ensure honest, proper distribution of funds under trusted oversight. The large city and abundance of institutions complicate individual giving, making a central body appealing to donors and the needy alike.
In New York on March 20 1907 residents describe dirty black ice filling gutters on upper side streets. Blocks of ice form as water from washed sidewalks freezes, creating barricades for horses and blocking doors. Calls grow for gutter clearance and better street cleaning cooperation between city and citizens and for reform from the Street Commissioner.
A reader from The Sunday Times praises yesterday's New York Times as a gem and the most able paper. He commends the Cleveland profile for highlighting rugged honesty and Americanism, urging more public-minded leaders and public service.
From The London Chronicle, the British Museum plans a new department with an Etruscan saloon rearranged to show daily life in ancient Greece and Rome. It highlights a dolls and toys collection illustrating timeless childish tastes over 2000 years, with epigrammatic tribute to Artemis from a maidens offering.
From the London M A P the King’s sitting room features eighteenth century furniture an orienta red carpet and matching curtains the mural decorations show a white dado and soft green frieze the writing room resembles a city magnate’s private office the king avoids revolving chairs and roll top desks preferring a flat table and morocco leather chair while dictating to his secretary with cigarettes or cigars on hand.
An official Home Office inquiry into the Edalji case proceeds with a three member panel limited to reviewing evidence before the 1903 Staffordshire conviction. Justice Romer withdrew citing lack of proper trial powers, and Sir Arthur Wilson and J Lloyd Wharton concurred. Sir A De Rutten now fills the vacancy as examination of Home Office papers continues.
Woodville Latham recalls an 1807 Washington meeting between Secretary Seward and Virginia planter Robert E. Scott. Seward reportedly offered a cabinet place, emphasizing an old-fashioned Whig administration. The five hour interview and the witness Mr Blank are noted in a personal reminiscence.
A Philadelphia Telegraph note mocks a British fad walking style. It describes a practice where a girl ties weights to her skirt and moves with deliberate fatigue. It cites Queen Alexandra as an example and suggests the look conceals a limp.
William J Worden of New York writes March 19, 1907 defending The Michigan Idea. He clarifies it seeks a permanent National building with a national theatre library art salon and inter state societies halls housing state exposition rooms for natural resources not commercial products. He argues a nonresident member system via state societies and private subscriptions could fund the project.
A letter from D. A. BR. of New York dated March 19 1907 urges Citizens and Sons of the Revolution to protect the Revolut ion monument at Fort Washington, condemning pencil and crayon vandalism from base to capital and demanding immediate erasure and punishment of the perpetrators.
An echo from New Brighton South Carolina dated March 18 1907 thanks The Times for its editorial on Mr Cleveland at Seventy. The writer applauds Cleveland’s public service values and constitutional government noting his retirement to private life and expresses enduring respect for his era.
A valuable book arrived by mail stamped Passed free of duty New York P. O. but a plate had been torn out by someone. The act is described as a hindrance to imports and could reflect credit on Russia.
George Meredith once built a modest, cozy house and welcomed a visitor who remarked that his books describe grand castles while his home is small. He replied with a twinkle that words are cheaper than stones, explaining the modest design.
A speaker rewrites the meaning of words to fit personal aims, arguing that promises reflect his own view. He insists listeners misinterpret him, urges reliance on his intent, and claims others error if outcomes differ from his. The verse centers on self-serving redefinition and distrust of others.
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