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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1908
Page
2
The article recounts Bryan and Governor Comer addressing the conference on state versus federal powers and natural resource policy. It outlines governors forming a permanent group, discussing uniform laws, and endorsing a national conservation program with commissions, forest water and mineral laws, and a Bryan resolution praising Cleveland’s legacy.
Cleveland through Mrs. Cleveland was advised of a governors conference at the White House today. A resolution moved by William J. Bryan expressed regret at Mr. Cleveland's inability to attend.
Mrs. Cleveland says the conference acted with appreciation for the effort and awaits an official resolution. Dr. Joseph D. Bryant, Cleveland's physician, is attending the Washington conference and is expected to arrive tomorrow as Mr. Cleveland continues to improve.
The will of The Allen, who died last Tuesday night, was read by lawyer Emil E Suchs. It states the entire estate, estimated between 300000 and 409000, goes to Minnie T Owens, his adopted daughter, with no charity bequests. Probate hearings set for Monday. relatives left out threaten contest amid family unrest surrounding the gambler’s deathbed.
Public Service Commissioner Maltbie heard electric light officials argue new tantalum and tungsten lamps would not cut household costs. Installations, higher first costs, and shorter lifespans mean potential savings vanish unless fewer lamps or higher power usage occur. The NY Edison Co warns upright only use, no small candle power lamps, and warns of fragile filaments and higher renewal fees.
Receivers of the New York City Railway Company secured a permit to dismantle the steel and corrugated iron car barns 145 by 280 feet at Lenox Avenue and 146th Street. The structure will be rebuilt on the foundation of the Fourth Avenue stables near Fourth Avenue Thirty-second Street. The former Fourth Avenue building was removed weeks ago and the project will cost about $10,000 to reassemble on the new site. The Fourth Avenue block is tied to reports that the New Haven Railroad aims to construct a passenger terminal in downtown Manhattan.
The Kings County Grand Jury indicted John G. Jenkins Jr. former president of the Jenkins Trust Company for embezzling 100000 dollars for a stock brokerage firm he and his brother formed. Prosecutors say he withdrew 50000 dollars on October 22 and another 50000 on October 23, with the missing funds allegedly contributing to the firm's suspension.
Lieut Julius Zeidler a longtime Brooklyn Police Bureau of Electrical Service head requests retirement on a pension over perceived unjust transfer to Highbridge His resignation follows the death of his son Julius Zeidler Jr Zeidler served on the force for more than twenty five years and mainly at Brooklyn Headquarters
The National Prosperity Association of St. Louis will dispatch delegates to cities towns and county seats to promote the Give us a rest and sunshine movement. They will organize absent commercial or agricultural bodies where none exist and will travel in Longshine delegations by special cars stopping at small and large communities. Mass meetings will be arranged as needed with emphasis on a sound national situation and rapid business improvement, while calling for a rest from hampering legislation.
The Texas Republican Convention in Fort Worth passed resolutions favoring Taft and endorsing Roosevelt administration. Delegates did not instruct to vote for Taft at Chicago, aiming to prompt a Roosevelt surge if favorable. Texas will send two delegations, regulars now and reorganized slated for Waco later in May.
Union officers report the New York area shipyards show more activity than since last layoffs. Most work is repair and overhaul of transatlantic vessels between trips. Business Agent F M McKay notes steady improvement and more men employed than in six months as conditions return to normal.
Cord Meyer, former Democratic State Chairman, said he would attend the Democratic National Convention in Denver to oppose William J. Bryan. He stated New York New Jersey and the South were aligned against Bryan and that New York’s delegation would likely oppose him at Denver.
Pennsylva nia Railroad orders aim to lift back to the rails cars idle due to limited switch space. Work began at daybreak in Pittsburg with almost 1 000 cars on western lines derricked back onto tracks. Most cars were in good repair and ready for immediate use. Woonsocket Rubber Company resumes full operation at Millville Massachusetts, over 1 000 workers rehired.
Eugene V. Debs of Indiana and Benjamin Hanford of New York are selected as the Socialist Party candidates for President and Vice President. The National Convention finalized the ticket early this morning in Chicago.
In Winchester Virginia on May 15 the anti Taft Republicans at the Seventh District convention chose delegates. The delegates are known to oppose Taft and were selected at the Republican gathering held in the city.
Pittsfield Mass May 15 Delegations at the Democratic Convention adopted resolutions instructing delegates to support William J Bryan for the Democratic presidential nomination.
Resolutions in Boston on May 15 harshly fault the president over negro soldiers and commend Senator J. B. Foraker for aiding them. They decry both parties' efforts to suppress black votes as they vote at the Baptist Convention of New England.
Archibald W. Speir of 114 West Seventy Second Street must pay Mrs. Robert Varnum 125 for broken and missing china glassware and small furniture items after a City Court jury found in her favor. Speir denied the charges, claiming inventory was complete and items returned in original condition.
The dispute centers on Willian Clausen’s arrest and claims that art dealer Evans purchased retouched or falsely described works. Testimony cites Wyant, Homer Martin, Blakelock pieces retouched or repainted. Evans denies wrongdoing and explains restoration steps.
Smoke issued from Daly's Theatre area at Broadway and Thirtieth Street drawing a thousand spectators as six fire engines rushed to the scene. A jewelry store fire beneath the theater started the smoke and was extinguished by a hand grenade wielded by a fireman. no lives were threatened and the play continued.
At the annual meeting in Council Bluffs, Standard Oil Company of Iowa reduced capital stock from 1,000,000 to 1,000 and lowered indebtedness from 666,666 to 666.66. The move is thought to be aimed at Iowa corporate taxes as officials begin enforcing taxes on capital stock.
An unsigned note claims a former official stole funds from Warren Council 16, Jr. O U A M and returned nearly 700 dollars by mail. Officers decline to identify the guilty party or discuss irregularities, saying the money will be used to furnish new lodge rooms for one of the state's largest councils.
Mayor McClellan commends Police Commissioner Bingham for a splendid parade showing. He notes officers look fit and well drilled, especially cavalry bicycle and probationary units, and the mayor's letter is posted in all city station houses.
At the Methodist Episcopal Conference in Baltimore Bishop William Burt of Zurel Switzerland and Bishop J B Scott of Liberia clashed over words from Africa. Burt accused Scott of lying about orders from Bishop Hartzell and threatened to report him. Delegates noted fewer new bishops may be elected, with emphasis on maintaining the foreign field and trimming overall numbers for economy.
In Detroit on May 15 the forenoon session of the Episcopal Church Congress featured Rev. Hubert W. Wells of Wilmington Del criticizing current church organization. He urged the Church to focus on social re construction after the mind of Christ and called for eliminating poverty by challenging the sin of the prosperous. He urged making altar access depend on repentance of sin by the wealthy.
In Laporte Indiana May 15 authorities confirmed a charred jawbone fragment from the Gunness farmhouse matches Mrs Belle Gunness skull. Dentists and Bertillon experts supported the identity as bodies found in the cellar April 28. Burial rites were held for the first victim, Andrew Helgelein, in a Laporte cemetery.
The Catholic Summer School of America Champlain Assembly held at the Waldorf Astoria drew over 2,000 Catholic men and women from New York. The first floor hosted 1,500 players in bridge and euchre with 250 prizes and three $50 cash awards allocated by ticket slips. A concert opened at 9 pm by Van Barr's Old Guard Band, with dancing to follow at midnight. Archbishop Farley attended briefly in Father Lavelle's box. proceeds support the Lake Champlain Summer school work.
An unexploited commercial enterprise seeks $10,000 investment to expand contract business begun December 1907. Two renowned mercantile figures back the venture and offer personal services alongside capital. Address A B C Box 35 Times Times Square for an appointment.
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