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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1908
Page
6
The fragment lists publication data for the New York Times dated May 4 1908 with addresses in New York Philadelphia and Washington and notes postal rates including one and two cent times and Sunday five cents. It shows press offices in New York and other cities with facility locations and postal handling.
The excerpt argues that democracy requires broad approval of laws and courts not just majority power. It warns against reckless use of injunctions and stresses safeguarding constitutional limits against corporate abuses. It urges teachers and leaders to nurture sound public opinion and resist opportunism.
The article weighs Winted and Brooklyn Rapid Transit System views on Brooklyn transit. It notes subways’ higher costs and limited use to through routes, compares elevated rails as cheaper with strong traffic handling, and argues private capital must find attractive terms for any new lines.
The city government should provide services to the public with fair returns for capital. If returns are not fair or secure, the public may have to accept reduced services or higher taxes to support them.
The piece argues that citizens must study city governance and aid police reform as Theopnin A. Bincham urges in The North American Review. It notes New York crime arraignments, under-policing relative to 1809 spending, and proposes a citizen coalition to back increased patrols and a small secret service, backed by a large petition.
The piece contrasts two NYT reports on high school dropouts and industrial education. It argues that traditional high schools fail to retain students due to misaligned instruction, while industrial training could meet mass demand with proper mental development and public funding, without discarding high school aims.
The Sunday Times reports Duke of Rutland, once the Marquess of Granby, backing a plan for an American club in London. He argues existing clubs can host visiting Americans, while past American clubs failed amid scandals and exclusivity. He suggests Americans would prefer genuine English clubs over a proprietary American enclave.
The author argues that literary schooling is not best for the greatest number and that those with the bent for it can usually obtain it themselves with patience. He contends that public education funded by taxpayers should not be devoted mainly to these exceptions.
A critical note on John Singer Sargent's portraits. The reviewer argues his best work endures while some recent portraits overemphasize flaws. The piece cites Sargent's new likeness of Arthur Balfour at the London Royal Academy and praises his lasting skill in making likenesses.
The Medical Record criticizes President Roosevelt’s proposed ninety mile ride for elderly army officers as impractical. It argues seasoned generals like Oyama could not endure such tests, warning the strain would ruin officers or force campaigns to be fought by others.
The piece argues overstrained military tests and aging leadership, criticizes President's plan for promotions, and notes transport transfer confusions in New York. It discusses domestic service trends, wages, and how workers must improve skills to secure better employment amid economic strain.
Letter to the editor condemns tipping as a form of extortion likening it to blackmail. The writer compares tips to coercive demands, argues tipping is pervasive and harmful, and expresses preference for flat prices without mandatory gratuities. New York City letter dated April 30, 1998.
A May 2 1908 letter from W Brown of New York rebuts a Times editorial about a Cosmopolitan Club dinner. He argues that a level headed negro rejects social equality or intermarriage and warns both races would face ostracism from such a union.
A reader inquiry from Brooklyn dated May 1 1908 asks who should act as household treasurer the husband who earns all money or the wife who spends much of it. The writer seeks a proper solution to guide domestic finance.
A woman asks for reader guidance on whether a street car conductor who accepts her fare and pockets it has fulfilled his duty, noting a case from New York dated May 1, 1908. The inquiry requests opinions from correspondents on proper conduct and accountability.
Mortimer Thomson argues in 1908 that Americans misunderstand themselves and their imperial stance. He critiques open-door rhetoric, war fears, and the Philippines for revealing ethical paradoxes and calls for sober restraint in asserting power abroad.
Letter from New York dated April 23 1908 argues against prohibiting tire chains for motor vehicles. Percy Owen contends wet streets and lack of skidding control cause fatal accidents and urges Park Board and city liability for injuries. He asserts automobilists deserve safety and pedestrians equal protection.
John Edmond Hmarn of New York writes that long distance typesetting machines may, if workable, influence future journalism bulletins. He warns reliability and speed may be incompatible, suggesting separation could help choose between them.
A letter to the editor from James H. Flagg expresses delight in The Times Sunday Edition. He says he sends it abroad to friends who share it with English readers, calling it a model of a first-class American journal.
An exhibit at the National Arts Club features 3% paintings sent by C. C. Ruthrauff, spanning Dutch, English, Spanish, French, Italian schools. Highlights include a Henry Morland portrait study, a Turner sea piece, El Greco St Veronica, a vivid Louis Clands Pae nest portrait, and a Pieter-Van der Werff portrait possibly of Adrian’s wife. The sole American piece is Mrs. Ruthrauff by Paul Louis Dessar. overall, a diverse, well presented collection with strong Renaissance and 18th century works.
Dr Meany argues for eye safety in schools noting vision standards at set distances and letter sizes. He recommends blackboards opposite window light, 15 to 20 feet away, dark surfaces, and clean boards to reduce strain. He cautions against rapid focus changes and endorses glasses when needed.
The final of Hamiltons thirteen trees guarding his home on Washington Heights died May 1 1908. Obsequies drew fellow citizens, though no public notice was issued. The long‑time Heights resident was the oldest local. The next oldest had died January 11 this year. The note laments the City of New Yorks treatment of these historic trees and closes with Requiescent in pace Frank Plach.
The narrator recalls a vanished orchard garden and a tall apple tree with enormous, flavorful fruit. He laments that sweet cider, clear springs, and rich melons once known to him no longer exist, saying nothing now compares to what they had years ago.
Reports say Mrs. Cleveland and doctors guard news of President Cleveland's health as inquiries reach a hotel closed to visitors. Gov Fort and John D. Rockefeller send telegrams, doctors plan reinforcement, and no bulletin is issued while speculation about stomach cancer grows among Lakewood residents.
Ex President Cleveland writes in The Spectator that public outcry over life insurance stems from breaches of trust by a few. He argues the core principles of American life insurance remain sound and claims 15,000,000 policyholders can rely on strong protection from reputable companies despite past scandals.
Eulogistic addresses for the late U S Senator Stephen R Mallory and Senator William Bryan of Florida were delivered in the House of Representatives today with Mr Dalzell of Pennsylvania presiding by designation of the Speaker. The remarks honored the service and contributions of the two Florida legislators.
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