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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1908
Page
6
The piece argues Gov. Hughes won a second term largely by broad nonpartisan support and personal merit. It credits his courage, duty, and fidelity to right over party, while noting opposition money and treachery aimed to sway Republicans. It lauds his example as a lesson on rational partisanship and party discipline.
A defeated Bryan speaks of his platform as good for Americans and claims the public rejected it. The piece criticizes his weak assertion and asserts the party would not have chosen him, warning against continued Bryan influence in Democratic councils.
Payne, chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, announces hearings on tariff revision start November 10 and end December 4. The study plan allocates two days each to chemicals metals and woolens plus a 1000 page pamphlet. critics call open hearings a pretense without months of impartial inquiry.
A detailed explanation of how state electors meet vote and certify ballots, the sealing and sending to the Senate, and the procedure for counting by Congress. It notes the electors' limited practical power, rare contingencies, and historical instances such as the 1857 Wisconsin delay and dispute over votes.
An analysis of railway pool schemes and reform efforts cites 1870s and 1900s collusion as a warning. It contrasts editorial support for Taft Roosevelt policies with the president’s own precise message to Congress urging railway regulation and solvency through service-based profits.
The text argues that with the current Republican majority Congress would likely ignore a commission report. It suggests the issue will not be seriously considered unless political necessity or a powerful president forces attention.
The article recalls a 1876 Oregon electoral dispute where Watts, a Hayes elector and federal postmaster, caused a conflict over certificates. Cronin received the Democratic certificate but Watts resigned to keep his post. the commission ultimately accepted Watts’s vote, highlighting flaws in the electoral college system and calls for reform.
The Outlook confirms Mr Roosevelt will join as editor in March. It notes potential friction with editorial authorities but emphasizes his keen intellect moral zeal and expressive writing. The paper suggests his personal convictions will be published freely to preserve value.
The piece argues that business groups form vast combinations while politicians pursue own agendas. It contends many are ignoring a weak law, rivals the Presidents' prosecutions, and suggests retracing unwise steps rather than relying on limited efforts.
A Cincinnati dispatch notes Secretary Root may be Athos as a revived Three Musketeers figure in the Taft era. The column mocks the naming game and politics as characters, and questions etiquette in elite jokes. It also reports on Furness shipyard profit sharing and worker co ownership plans amid strikes.
The passage criticizes women teachers who used their influence to support the Governor's opponents, arguing their actions harmed public interests and that their letters to newspapers misrepresented their role. It suggests had they acted with their official counterparts they would have faced less criticism.
Belgrade reports two days of secret talks by Servian Deputies end with a digest stating the National Assembly is satisfied with Serbia in facing a difficult situation. It says Serbia will maintain its responsible stance, fulfill international obligations, and seek an equitable solution through congress decisions without breaking the peace.
Havana reports ex president Tomas Estrada Palma died in Santiago Province from gastro enteritis complicated by pneumonia. His wife was present at the end. Gov Magoon issued a decree eulogizing his patriotism and directing a national funeral. The body lies in state at the Provincial Council chamber in Santiago with national mourning announced.
Katherine Mackay of Roslyn New York writes that The New York Times published a false report that President Butler of Columbia University would preside at an anti-suffrage meeting. She quotes Butler denying involvement and notes Root’s request to read his letter at a separate event to encourage women’s public involvement.
Historicus letters recount Gordon’s frazzle remark at Appomattox as Union forces pressed Lee’s retreat. Venable records Gordon telling Gen See I have fought my corps to a frazzle and fear I can do nothing without Longstreet’s heavy support. The note marks a curtain fall moment in Civil War history.
In a letter dated November 4 1908 from New York a reader argues the President’s line We have them beaten to a frazzle should be frazil meaning the final remnant from iron furnaces. The writer notes frazil appears in few dictionaries and asserts frazzle is incorrect.
An extract from a Chicago letter warns to elect Hughes now or move him west to a place where a man is known. The writer questions arranging Hughes to visit Chicago about four years hence and signs JOSEPH J. DE LONG.
A 1908 notice from the Cuba Consulate in New York reports the death of former Cuban President Tomas Estrada Palma. It notes he left no fortune but fulfilled his duties to self, family, and community. The item includes a literary verse by Thomas R. Ybarra and a playful mock lament.
Wilbur Wright was guest of honor at the Aero Club of France dinner in Paris with Minister Jean Barthou presiding. The club awarded Wright its gold medal and a special Academy of Sports medal as a large crowd of aviation experts and notables offered tributes to the American flyer. Wright noted that flying was a dream realized after a world once mocked the idea.
Christian Rudovitz, 83, named in a Russian Consul warrant for the 1906 murder of three Kinze family members in Courland. Arrested in West Pullman, Chicago, he faces extradition efforts. he and 14 rioters allegedly looted and killed occupants. Hearing set for Nov. 7 before US Commissioner Foote.
Paris November 5 the Senate unanimously endorsed a government plan proposed by Public Works Minister Barthou to seek a 200000 public credit to establish a network of garages along major aerial routes. The initiative aims to boost aviation and keeps a prize program in consideration if approved.
The shiners Kroonland and Finland of the Red Star Line will fly Belgian register. Kroonland was transferred from the American to the Belgian flag today and Finland will follow on arrival from New York. The change allows use of foreign crews, as they demand lower wages than Americans.
Manila November 5. The manager and managing editor and other editors of El Remecerione were arrested on criminal libel charges brought by Commissioner Dean De Worcester of the Philippine Commission. Worcester says articles in the paper attacked him politically professionally and damaged his personal character.
The American second squadron under Rear Admiral Emory departs Amoy after a visit begun Oct 30. The fleet sails for Olongsape then to join Admiral Sperry’s first squadron in the Philippines. The reception cost over 1 million dollars and Chinese officials gifted lavishly to officers and crews.
The Safe arrival at Montevideo of the flotilla of United States lightships and tenders on the way to Pacific stations was reviewed by the United States Lightship Board at Staten Island.
Berlin reports indicate France and Germany may settle casablanca crisis via mutual regret and arbitration. Jules Cambon proposed expressions of regret from France. Berlin signals willingness to arbitrate other points while preserving national honor. France weighs a conciliatory exit while Clemenceau warns he may resign if not upheld.
A small steamer carrying 60 passengers from Amoy to Tung An sank last evening a few miles offshore. Two hundred passengers drowned while Chinese junks rescued the survivors.
Notes from foreign affairs report ongoing violent eruption of the Vinarica volcano in Valdivian Province Southern Chile since yesterday.
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