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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1908
Page
8
The item lists the newspaper’s masthead details for March 22, 1908, including publication frequency, executives, address, and postage rates. It notes daily publication in New York and Jersey City, with two cent rates elsewhere and one cent within Greater New York.
The item lists newspaper offices in New York Washington Philadelphia and London with addresses and extensive subscription rate details. It includes daily and Sunday options, monthly and yearly prices, and Canada and foreign rates for various publications.
E M Bassett of the Public Service Commission spoke at the Museum of Natural History with Junior League observers about how bridges and tunnels opened New York from a fan to a disk of transit. He warned that constitutional limits and municipal construction laws hinder expansion while private capital awaits, stressing rising transit demand and unequal access to funding.
The Steel Corporation reports a 1.8 million ton drop to 4,624,553 tons in 1907, with production rising from 6,792,780 to 10,376,742 tons as prices and capacity adjust. The piece notes long term gains, past losses, and a history of dividends, plus broader commentary on farming co‑operation and Irish reform.
The Tribune lauds the economic system for a half billion dollar export surplus but critics question the cause. They argue Providence and domestic industry, not party policy, drive exports. They note strong factory output yet small net contribution from finished goods and warn of fragility in balance if raw exports decline.
The article discusses Sir Hersch Plunkett’s view of Ireland’s industrial and social revolution led by Gladstonian land reform. It notes his appeal to Irish gentry to adapt to new conditions, predicting land purchase will shift Ireland toward many small farmers who will determine the nation’s progress through their stewardship and local governance.
In a letter from Dana W. Rogpeins the State Engineer explains corrected costs for state roads. He says only part of the funds funded completed roads and the rest pays for 1035 miles under contract bringing total cost for completed and uncompleted roads to about 10 500 dollars per mile. The Times had previously reported higher costs and the piece argues funds were not squandered.
Nichollas J. Hayes takes over the Fire Commissionership after Huan Bonner’s death. The dispatch recalls Hayes’s prior tenure and notes the Board of Fire Underwriters exonerated him over the hose scandal. It praises his leadership within Tammany and hopes he runs the department above politics.
The Washington Post alarms over Socialism’s reach in the United States asserting a split in political life between individualists and Socialists. It forecasts the Independence League weakening Democrats in electoral votes, while Republicans deny Socialism’s impact. Dr Van Eeden is described as a visionary with a clear idea.
The Vaudeville Comedy Club issues an open letter urging critics to refrain from publishing jokes. It warns of the danger of amateurs stealing lines and suggests a commission to study protective measures for jokesters, with possible congressional consideration.
Charles H. Taylor of The Boston Globe praises San Francisco’s two year rebuilding efforts. He notes 28 000 buildings destroyed in spring 1906 with about 105 million dollars in value, while 10 000 new or under construction buildings are valued at 110 million, mostly funded locally. He argues water system improvements will protect the city and cut insurance by about one third.
Prof. STrrLInc of Manchester denounces palmistry in a Royal Institution lecture. A Marconi dispatch summarized in Top Times says palm lines are muscle-derived folds, not in the palm. The article notes credulity, superstition, reading futures, ladders and mirrors as common beliefs, while praising gradual rationalism and Britain's great hospitals.
In a reflection on health, the piece notes many prominent citizens carry potatoes in their pockets to ease rheumatic pain, highlighting folk remedies amid ongoing advances in surgery and pathology.
A reader from Albany argues Roosevelt should be drafted for national service, asserting peril prior for all and urging equality in sacrifice during a dangerous era. The letter supports compelling leadership to serve, not exempting prominent figures.
A reader argues against a national ship subsidy, contending it will not boost American exports or capture the carrying trade. He warns it would favor mail liners over tramp steamers, harm American wage earners, and fail to sustain needed freight routes to ports like Bombay. He asserts self reliance limits U S role in distant waters.
In New York on March 20 1908 P De Cicco defends the Duke of the Abruzzi against baseless insinuations by sensational press. He urges American women to follow their hearts and ignore rabble shouting.
Basil King of Cambridge asks in a March 20 1908 letter whether Jerome Bonaparte and Elizabeth Patterson’s marriage was legally valid in Maryland 1803 and under French or ecclesiastical law. He seeks additional information to settle the international legality claim.
A New York reader urges a balanced repertoire, noting German works have been scarce this winter. They lament lack of Lohengrin Tannhauser and Ring and question why Traviata and Mignon are slated for the next two Saturdays. The letter appeals for German opera to satisfy Wagner lovers.
The Washington Star argues the New York to Paris auto run harms American reputation for sagacity and thrift but may spur highway improvements. It dismisses the storm excuse, stating that good roads should withstand weather and that bad roads worsen when most needed.
The Temple Iron Company held its annual stockholders meeting in Reading Pennsylvania with directors elected including George F Baer Joseph Harris E B Thomas W H Truesdale and F C Smink. The trust controls major anthracite output and millions are invested in top coal lands. no immediate chance of full mining capacity.
Austin Texas March 21 O B Col quit a member of the Texas Railroad Commission rejects rumors of federal receiverships for Texas railroads. He notes no grounds for a receiver appointment based on bond on stockholders unless for political effect. He cites Texas and Pacific six month earnings ending December 31 1907 freight 3 732 044 passenger 2 011 017 both up from 1906.
In Waterbury Connecticut a carrier pigeon found in a yard near Wolcott Centre is identified as part of Stiles Jermaine’s flock missing for three years. The bird bears register number B 6 485 and had served in the naval service, released for speed tests.
A New York letter writer disputing Chester Gillette's death sentence argues the trial and court opinions show fairness and impartiality. The piece asserts Gillette murdered a young woman after promising marriage and that circumstantial evidence supports conviction.
Albert E. Davis of the Bronx protests March 10 Times coverage stating the Park Board has authority to plant and cultivate trees by assessment for improvement costs and that the city did not plant trees gratuitously. Davis files his complaint from March 20, 1908.
The Yamanaka collection sale at the American Art Galleries drew many buyers led by Mrs. Vanderbilt Jr and Senator Clark. Prices topped $5,600 for a large rug and included several blue and white pieces, with totals for the day reaching $51,577 and $118,961 for three days.
The congestion exhibit hosts two key conference events in the final week. On Wednesday evening the public school teachers meet at the Museum of Natural History with Supt Maxwell in the chair and speakers including Florence Kelley Walter Laidlaw and others. Friday features Suburban Development talks by Ivins Robinson Martin and Hillquit. Miss Julia Richman attends Wednesday afternoon events. The exhibit remains open today and continues through next Sunday.
A violent gale struck the American barkentine Mannie Swan on March 4 in seas near latitude 24, longitude 20. Sails were torn, decks flooded, skylights and windows smashed, and the ship rode high in the waves with water pouring aft until repairs could be arranged.
A Lenten musicale to aid the Ladies Auxiliary of St Mark's Hospital is planned for Thursday afternoon at the Waldorf-Astoria. Performers include Rita Tornia from the Metropolitan, Hedwig Beicher of the German Theatre, Cecile Behrens the pianist, Hass Meyer the violinist, and Adolph Winds from the German Theatre.
Miss Spence's School Society presents La Belle Chas seuse or Hearts and Hounds an original opera with music by Grace Hollingsworth lyrics and book by Grace Henry and Katharine Tweed on Friday April 24 in two performances. Proceeds benefit crippled children. Tickets available from Christine K Roosevelt at 804 Fifth Avenue.
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