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Newspaper

New York Times

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1908

Page

7

Mass at Navy Yard honors dead sailors amid crush

More than 30 000 attended a memorial mass at the Gloucester Navy Yard in honor of sailors killed in war. Guards and medical staff worked to relieve a state of panic as spectators, many women and children, were swept toward the gates. Fathers Nash and Murphy officiated while naval and civilian groups joined in processions and ceremonies. Graves for the fallen sailors at Flushing Avenue were decorated after the mass with volleys fired.

Wis Sokiyn Navy’ Yard Udey Parker Willan Westy Lrongides Reaney Paller Chiswick War Molne Hay Tarboor Aleacon Key Packer Williamt Olmstead Subedeivon Johnny, Nash Grivel of the Sacred Heft Brooklyn Cyremon Cal. Paul St Gloucester Y Hierens Egan Imine Prof Alsswell Ord Manhattia Columbus Elgerly United States Alisn Regi Accusien Comets Flushing Avene

Decorate Soldiers' Graves by Army and Navy Union

The Army and Navy Union decorated soldiers' graves in the National Cemetery yesterday afternoon. Cypress Stills Brook- Swan were mentioned, with Criev and Hughes expected to review but unable to attend. 4 Jie was represented by.

National Cemetery Cypress Stills Brook- Swan Army and Navy Union Criev Hughes Jie

Parade Review of Military Units Draws Thousands in Brooklyn

Col Treadwell leads a long parade with thousands lining the sidewalks past the reviewing stand. Participants include Grand Army of the Republic Spanish War veterans regular army navy National Guard and various semi military groups. After reviews, speeches by Gen Elwin Browne borough president and clergy precede a burial detail firing over the graves by U.S. Marines.

Treadwell Geo. Henry Grand Army of the Republic Regular Army Navy National Guard Varius Semil-military Gine Organizis Eelwin Browne Oler Brooklyn Dro J. Wesler John Jh. Chidwick United States Marlauca

Newport Holds Military Mass For Spanish War Veterans

Five thousand Newport residents and troops from Ports Adams Greble and Wetherill gathered at the naval training station for the first Newport military mass. Chaplain Edward Brennan led the service with local priests and Father Robert as orator. Veterans of the Spanish American War Philippine insurrection and Boxer Rebellion were honored, joined by Grand Army Posts Sons of Veterans Elks Knights of Columbus and others. Seven civilians were treated for heat exhaustion by hospital corps.

Philippines China Lalso New Fone Times Newport Adams Greble Wetherill Naval Starone Naval Dward J. Brennan Robert Sons of Veterans, Elks Feeteral Knights of ‘Columbus Surte Women's Telier Corps Catholic Na Ape Ne Stathon Jines

Annapolis Chapel Opens at Naval Academy

Annapolis Md May 24 The dedicatory service at the Naval Academy chapel was led by Chaplain H H N with attendees from the academy. The new edifice, begun in 1868, has cost the National Government more than 10 million and was publicly used this morning for a regular service. The afternoon services marked the chapel’s completion as the last planned building.

Naval Academy Annapolis H. HH. N St Fain Clark Naval

New Catholic College Cornerstone Blessing in Brooklyn

A cornerstone ceremony and blessing for the Brooklyn College of the Jesuit Fathers were held yesterday afternoon. A large Catholic crowd from Brooklyn and Manhattan attended. The college rises on the old Kings County Penitentiary site with Father L P L A O’Woster in charge. A Holy Name parade preceded the exercises and the reviewing stand featured officials including Vicar General Namara and Board of Education members.

Brooklyn College Brooklyn Manhattan Kings County Holy Name Lpl A. O'Woster GennYal- ReNamara John Trreenu Board of Education Supreme Coastice William J. Carr Boreugly Poent Bird S. Coler Controter Horran A. Metz Mc.Gowan Board of Aldermen

Twenty Fifth Anniversary of Priest Luke Evers

The twenty fifth anniversary of the ordination of Rev Luke J Evers pastor of St Andrew’s Church was celebrated with a solemn high mass at the church and a dinner at the parsonage. Attending priests included Mgr Lavelle and several others from nearby parishes and religious orders. A souvenir program noted regrets from visiting church officials and church leaders in Oregon Notre Dame and other institutions.

Luke J. Evers St Andrew's Church Diane Street Lavelle Diocess Ainner Ever Mgr. Lavelle Father St. John St. Bermird's Joseph Connelly Hackensack J Carr Williamsbridge William Murphy Oh, Hyers W. Gilmore Joseph Abbott Willie Stewart Thomas Fr. Owens David O'Connor Rew York Ho Mueiy Archy Oregon Gillet Franc Haly _ University Notre’Dame Joseph Jenech L. O'Brien

Presbyterians to Meet for United Church Jubilee in Pittsburg

Pittsburg hosts the General Conference and centennial celebration of the United Presbyterian Church starting May 27. The merger with the United Presbyterian Church traces to the city’s historic consolidation events and joint synod process. A commission seeks a free-will offering of 2 million dollars to support missionary and educational efforts, with about 1.25 million pledged so far.

Pittsburg General Conference United Terian Church Ernlld Forento Presbyterian Ch United Presbyterian Church Associated Church Plasburg General Assembly Associate Reformed Church Hegheny Allegheny River Associate Reformed Synod Associate Synod Seventh Avenue I. Doulle United Presbyterian

Ocean travel fears ease says Parkhurst sermon

The Rev Dr Charles H Parkhurst of Madison Square Presbyterian notes reduced prayers for sea journeys. He recalls few asks for prayers for voyages to Europe or across the Atlantic and says modern navigation and self sufficiency lessen the perceived need for divine aid.

Parkhurst Charles. H. Parkhurst Europe Madison Square Presbyterian Church San Francisco Sandy Hook Queenstown Terra Firma Lees God

Congregation backs Dr Goodell amid divorce controversy

Thousands of Calvary Methodist Episcopal Church members in Ith Street and Seventh Avenue rallied to support Rev. Dr. Charles J. Goodell after rumors questioned his bishopric bid. At a large morning service and trustees meeting, praise and confidence were voiced, with more gatherings and telegrams sent to G eneral Conference leaders.

Charles J. Goodell Calvary Methodist Church Ith Street Seventh Avenue Baltimore Board of Trustees Andi Mike Goodell Lang Tn Ward California Delegat Cams Messrs Pullen Kensch Wheeler Bramley Kaye Normay Caysell Calvary Methodist Episcopal Church Goodell Baltingore Calvary Church Tiscopacy Supreme Court Aiso Ecclesiaati Court Cgoodell Weveral New England New York Calgary Goodell Tooh Inrse Dr. Goodell Methodist Church Dr.Goodell Texas Godell J. C. Downes Whs Baltinorée John FI. Huyler Birger

Election Goes On Today Two More Bishops to Be Chosen

Baltimore May 24 The general conference of the Episcopal Church continues amid attacks on bishop candidates. Rev Charles L Goodell of Calvary Church New York faces old divorce allegations while Rev Dr William A Quayle and Rev Dr Joseph C Hingely face counterclaims. The tenth ballot is expected to elect two more bishops. The conference plans adjournment sine die in about a week and acceleration of remaining work.

Baltimore Readist Episcopal General Conference Charles L. Goodell Calvary Church New York William A. Quayle Joseph C. Hingely Minneapolis Sinneapolis Hingely Zut

Sunday Golf Stopped by City Order in New Jersey

Special to The New York Times Collingswood New Jersey May 24 Sunday golf halted at Camden Country Club as mayor bans play after a dozen members gathered. Former Judge Harrison Voorhees sought a test case by offering to name players, but Mayor Collins refused saying this is his day.

Neew York Times Collingswood N. J Camden Country Club Meyor Collings Harrison H. Voorhees Voorhees Judge Voorhees

Jewish Bible Plans for Public Distribution in 1920s

The Jewish Publication Society of Philadelphia announced nearing completion of a three language Bible project to be accessible to English speaking Jews with a nominal price. A special Bible fund of at least 902 is needed to cover expenses. President Wolf argues a united Jewish front can achieve broader aims.

New York Times Philadelphia Jewish Tublicstion Society Broad Street Temple Board of PutHication Co. Society United States Eirwin Wolf

Brith Abraham Convention Opens With 1000 Delegates

More than a thousand delegates of the Independent Order of Brith Abraham gathered in Tammany Hall to start the twenty second annual convention. Grand Master Max Stern presided as judges and officials including Rosalsky Hoffman Sanders welcomed the gathering. Membership stands at 116000 with 70 deaths and 305425 paid in death premiums last year. The treasure funds total 273380 with charity spending for the sick and disabled. Committees were named to run convention affairs and will report today.

Independent Order of Brith Abraham Tammany Max Stern Cnn Vention Rosalsky Justice Hoffman Stern Graubard Justice Sanders Hoffman Sanders TeseyVe Jacob Scthdéen

Emanuel Commencement at Temple Emanuel El

Four religious schools under Emanuel Sisterhood held commencement in Temple Emanuel on Forty-third Street and Fifth Avenue. About 1200 children ages up to 16 attended as speakers included Jacob H. Schiff Rabbi Joseph Silverman Rabbi Magnus David Blaustein and Mrs William Einstein president of the Sisterhood. Prizes were awarded to several children while an orchestra and choir, organized by the Sisterhood, performed. Mrs Alexander John, principal, presided and introduced the speakers.

Fimmanuel Sisterhood Temple Thmanu el Street Ivenue Jacob H. Schiff Joseph Silverman Magnus David Blaustein Mfrs Willam Einstein Sisterhood Mr. Sehlet Elster Schiff Alexander Johit

Chivalry as antidote to selfish age minister says

Reverend Charles F. Aked of Fifth Avenue Baptist preached on chivalry as a remedy for selfishness. He warned that modern life trains individuals to look out for themselves and urged cultivating sympathy for others. He cited flaws in American conduct and stressed the ideal of the American husband.

Labor Leader Wins Over Presbyterians in Kansas City

In Kansas City, May 24, labor and church leaders urged evangelism among workers. John B. Lennon of the AFL and Rev. Charles Stelzle urged the Presbyterian Church to emphasize the human, bread-and-butter side of faith to win back wage earners who have drifted from the church due to perceived neglect of their daily needs.

Skansas City Neval Assembly Presbyterian Church Charles, Stelzle Presbyterian Department ‘of Labor and Church John B. Lennon American Federation of Labor Lennon Jsis First Church Organized Church Organized Cor Jesus Christ

Yesterday's Fires and Losses Across City Blocks

Fragmentary report lists multiple fire incidents between 2:00 and 7:00 pm across avenues and streets including 34 Av, Columbus Ave, Broadway and 85th St. Notable items mention Bridget Conpinintiain g, Mrs Beoppin, H Taylor, Triffing, and a $2000 to $380,000 range in reported losses. Details are incomplete.

DACOW Columbus Bridget Henry Amatertam Broadway Mary Poe Fissberger Liberty Bt LL. Tohnaen Sc E. KR

Brooklyn Meetings Rail Against Racing Gambling

A sequence of meetings in Brooklyn yesterday, led by Judge Robert J. Wilkin and Arthur Brisbane, condemned race-track gambling and urged conversion of gamblers. Gov. Hughes was urged to act, with speakers calling yellow journalism a moral tool and criticizing local politicians. The Brooklyn Citizens Anti-race-track Gambling Committee organized eighteen gatherings across districts.

Mesa Bronoklyn Y Brooklyn Ali District Baptist Temple Third Avenue Schernerhorn Street Robert J. Wukin Kils Arthur Brisbane Siemee Journal Men's Christian Association Brisbane Gov. Hughes Gare-Track Sai Nough Detective Bureau Koy Newell Dwight Hillis Enid Hughes Plymouth Puck Judge New Punch England Gov

Move Against Betting Bills In Watertown Rally

In Watertown New York on May 4 3000 residents gathered to urge Senator George Cobb to vote against the anti gambling race track bills. Organizers claim petitions will be sent to the Capitol to push for a vote change.

Limes Watertown N.Y George Cobb

Governor and unemployed relief meeting report

A special meeting of the National Committee for the Relief of the Unemployed met at Manhattan Lyceum to urge a 38 million state and municipal relief appropriation for work programs. Secretary Alexander L. Law said Gov Hughes had 24 hours left to act on bills. deputy labor officials and others described cooperative efforts with the Ethical Socialist League to place hundreds of workers on farms.

National Committee For the Relief ‘of the Hola. Yeaterday Manhattan Rea Pices

Negroes Plead For Justice Mass Meeting To End Discrimination

The National Negro American Political League calls a nationwide observance on Sunday May 81 to fast and pray for deliverance from race prejudice. Local leaders urge turnout for a mass meeting at Cooper Union tomorrow night to endorse Secretary Taft and current Administration policies.

National Negro American Political League Cooper Union Taft

East Orange Sabbath Ice Cream Law Sparks Arrests

A new East Orange Sunday ordinance restricting Sabbath ice cream deliveries led to four arrests, including three Chinese laundry workers and caterer Francis Purssell. Police timed patrols to curb deliveries, with Purssell paroled after agreeing to plead guilty and face a $250 fine. Local laundries, streetcars, and phones continued limited service under the state law.

City Brevities and Notices From The Evening Paper

A conference of the Ethical Social Teague to-night at Temple Beth El Fifth Avenue and Seventy sixth Street will feature Cha Edward Russell Rabbi Samuel Schulman and Charles Sprague Smith. A supposed gambling house in Chinatown was raided last night by Capt. McNally and others from Elizabeth Street Station. three Chinamen were arrested. Four year old Salvatore Detuce of 2100 First Avenue died after a milk wagon wheel passed over him as he sat in the shade. The Central Federated Unions delegates discussed the chauffeurs union and a trade school started by the Four Men’s Christian Association. The Sankey fixed minimum wage at 25 cents an hour. The United Order of Odd Fellows plans a large Colored Day parade, possibly 5,003 marchers, forming at Gold Falls West Twenty-eighth Street and marching to the Palor Garden. In Fifty-eighth Street, the procession is to gather for the event.

The Ethical Social Teague Temple Beth-El Fifth Avenue Cha Edward Russell Samuel Schulman Charles “Sprague Smith Chinatown Capt. McNally Elizabeth Street Salvatore Detuce First Avenue Hale Big West Machiniats Founs Men's, Christian Association United Order of Odd’ Fetlowe’ of 'Amerith OS Organization of Colored Men West Twentywhith -Streat Mareh

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