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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1908
Page
5
A three day store display invites public viewing of suits coats and gowns from New York designers. Prices range from 18.50 to 125 with many show pieces discounted below cost. special offers include broadcloth and messaline waists skirts coats and furs plus mink and lynx accessories.
A 65 year old special policeman William Jeanette lies in Roosevelt Hospital after a beating by striking New York Taxicab Company chauffeurs on Fifty sixth Street. A restraining order was issued against Chauffeurs and Messengers unions to halt interference with company operations.
A fragmented account describes sympathizers of a taxi strike gathering around six to seven people who support the strikers rather than the trades. They travel by taxi from Broadway to Rockaway Hunt Club near Far Rockaway for a lighthearted outing, including mock rides and playful mischief.
The group enjoyed a convenient cab ride to the country club and back into town. They shared stories at the clubhouse and discussed splitting the $151.80 bill as they rode home.
Capt James Mitchel last surviving son of John Mitchel revolutionary leader died at home from paralysis after registering at a polling place. He served as a Confederate Adjutant under Gen John B Gordon, later Fire Marshal and Registrar, buried at St Francis Xavier Church. He lived at 442 West 162d Street and had a long public career.
The Building Code Revision Commission recommends height limits for new structures, potentially banning skyscrapers. Limits tied to street width set 300 feet, 135 feet on narrow streets, and 350 feet near parks, with fireproof rules for Class E and F buildings. Public hearing planned before Aldermen action.
The Aero Club of America named a new committee to locate suitable sites near New York for aeronautic experiments. The move signals resumed pursuit of aviation progress after earlier slow steps, with Wright brothers' success boosting plans for member flights. Dr. Witt C. Morrell chairs the Snow Committee on Grounds.
Crowds throng the electrical show as Times Tower sent wireless bulletins reach the Garden booth. Demonstrations include wireless telegraphy and telephone, a miniature newspaper plant, and a six course dinner on the electrical kitchen apparatus for the directors. Frederick A. Collins headlines lectures on wireless topics and related devices with practical demonstrations planned.
Oscar Snyder, partner of Honest John Kelly, was arrested at the Federal Building on a charge of abandonment. He told the court he was about 30 in arrears on payments and that the Are Beach Inn partnership with Kelly had gone into bankruptcy. He cited a 30 weekly income prior to the receiver stopping his funds and said he has had no money since losing the business.
Public Service Commission heard the September gas meter report and the August accident tally. The secretary announced 23 945 meters tested including 3 941 new, 21 654 repaired, and 350 complaint meters with 16 percent correct, 55 percent fast, and 29 percent slow.
The Board of Estimates continued budget hearings as the Queens DA asked for 18 000 more, including raising his salary from 5.00 to 8.08 and adding two deputy assistants. Officials proposed higher Torrens act funding and salary bumps for registrars and clerks amid staffing shortages.
Elbert M. Morgan of 182 Summit Avenue Jersey City appeared before U S Commissioner Lindsley Rowe in Jersey City yesterday charged with misappropriating 5000 dollars from the First National Bank of Friendly West Virginia. The funds were deposited by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company to the credit of the State. Morgan claimed the loss resulted from an error and said he could explain. He was held.
The finest known 1802 United States half dime sold for 715 at the Wilson coin collection event in New York. H. Q. Granberg of Oshkosh Wisconsin bought it after spirited bidding, setting a new record for the denomination. A 1823 quarter dollar struck over 1822 commanded 405, Virgil M. Brand paying that sum. Pattern silver dollars from the Philadelphia Mint fetched strong prices with 1836 and 1838 pieces selling for 104 and 190 respectively.
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