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New York Times

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1908

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Chanler Challenges Hughes in Ten Questions

Newburg New York October 19 Lieut Gov Chanler in final campaign week challenged Gov Hughes to answer ten interrogatories. He refrained from addressing the Public Service Commission issue and defended the gambling laws while accusing Hughes of making it a campaign focus. Chanler urged voters to judge the candidates beyond gambling. He argued that the state needs broad policy rather than a single issue.

Newburg N. Y Chanler Hughes Public Service Commission Grand Inquisitor United States Platt Depew Public Service Commissions Chanter Crooks Beecome Jim Republican

Prince of Abruzzi Marriage Delayed by Royal Consent Issue

Rome reports say the Duke of the Abruzzi awaits King Victor Emmanuel's consent to wed Miss Katherine Elkins. The engagement status remains unofficial amid Italian public interest and gossip, with plans for a discreet U.S. ceremony and later royal presentation in Italy.

Rome Abruzzi Katherine Hikins Letitia Miss Elkins Victor Emmanuel Signor Giolitti United States Senate Chamber of Deputies Italy

First Aerial Freight Line Plan At Boston

Boston newspaper reports the Aerial Navigation Company led by Charles J. Glidden plans a Boston to South Framingham aerial freight and passenger line with dirigibles. Captain Baldwin, inventor of the craft, estimates a first stretch cost around 25 thousand dollars for the airship and shelters. The initial craft will carry two or more passengers and up to 550 pounds of freight, with service targeted to begin in May.

Boston Thomas S. Baldwin United States Aerial Navigation Company Charles J. Glidden New York Army Department

Boy Crushed Arm Bets Ride as Ambulance Passenger

Six year old William Fitzgerald, living at 318 East Thirty-fourth Street, suffered a crushed right forearm when struck by an eastbound crosstown car at First Avenue. He begged to drive the ambulance en route to Bellevue Hospital, holding the reins with his left hand beside Driver Haviland. Traffic on the crosstown line halted for twelve minutes. the motorman, John Killien, was not arrested.

Thirty-fourth Street William Fitzgerald East Thirty-fourth Street Bellevue Hospital John Killien East 102d Street Schmitt Fitzgerald Haviland Crosstown

Pelt Cannon With Lemons During Missouri Campaign

Special to The New York Times. In Springfield Missouri church women pelted Speaker Cannon with lemons as his special train left St Clair for a Missouri campaign tour. The departure met with cheers for Bryan and Debs at twelve stops while “Uncle Joe” raged with strong language through the state.

New York Times Springfield St. Clair Cannon Missouri Bryan Debs Uncle Joe

Americans Honored in Japan Fleet Reception in Tokyo

The Atlantic fleet receives a heartening welcome from Japan with Admiral Sperry praising the careful planning of the visit. Sailors mingle with Japanese hosts as 1,000,000 schoolchildren are planned to take part in the welcoming singing and ceremonies from Yokohama to Tokyo. President Roosevelt’s message to the Emperor is expected to convey friendship and continued ties between nations.

Tokio Japan Hampton Roads Sperry Yokohama America Pacific Coast Admiral Sperry President Roosevelt Roosevelt

Mrs Grover Cleveland Testifies Before Grand Jury

Mrs Grover Cleveland appeared before the Grand Jury yesterday investigating the authenticity of a Cleveland article published in this paper. Also questioned were Dr Joseph D Bryant Richard Watson Gilder David N Carvalho Hastings and John H Finley as aides to shed light on Cleveland's work before his death.

Grover Cleveland Grand Jury New York Times Cleveland District Attorney’s Joseph D. Bryant Richard Watson Gilder the Times

Sherman Kern campaign exchanges in Utica and Wilmington

James S Sherman speaks in Wilmington about Kern and invites a rousing reception. In Utica John W Kern greets Sherman's message and questions the authority to issue inaugural invitations. The two leaders swap cordial remarks on campaign issues and presidential timing.

Wilmington Del James S. Sherman Grand Opera House Kern Mr. Sherman Utica N. Y John W. Kern Majestic Theatre Sherman Washington William Jennings Ryan

Oceanic Steam Navigation plans four new liners

The White Star Line, part of the International Mercantiles Navigation Co, will issue 6.25 million dollars of first mortgage debentures to finance four Belfast built liners. Two ships will serve Canada, while the Titanic and Olympic will be the largest afloat for Southampton service, at 42 000 tons and about 1000 feet long. They debut in the 1910 summer season and may strain New York Harbor docking at 825 foot piers.

Oceanic Steam Navigation Company of Liverpool White Star Line International Mercantiles Navigation Company Bowling Green Belfast Titanic Southampton New York Harbor

Woman Drawn First For 4000 Farmlands In South Dakota Lottery

Meg A Messer of Kennebeck is the first name drawn from 114769 applicants to select a farm in Tripp County Rosebud Land Agency. The drawing occurs in a government tent with a large crowd, as Miss Messer, 32, lives near Kennebeck and mailed her application from Presho. Other early names include Peter Swift of Ponca Nebraska and E Hannon of Meadow Grove Nebraska.

New York Times Dallas S. D Meg A. Messer Kennebeck Tripp County Rosebud Land Agency Dottery Peter Swift Ponca Neb Nebraska E. Hannon Meadow Grove Otto Snyder Mitchell Jacob Edwards Wichita Kan Samuel L. Anderson Albert City Miss. Messer Presho Chamberlain

Lorain County Goes Wet in Ohio Vote

Lorain County’s election result yields a wet majority of 36. The Anti-Saloon League plans to challenge the vote alleging foreign voting. Haan’s Restaurant, Park Row Building, is noted for its cuisine and service.

New York Times Cincinnati Ohio Lorain County Anti-Saloon League Haan Park Row Musié—aAdv

President Roosevelt and Outlook editorship report unsettled

Reports in Washington claim President Roosevelt may join the Outlook as editor upon retirement. White House and Secretary Loeb offered no denial or confirmation while noting no public statement forthcoming. Observers say the arrangement may hinge on Scribner’s terms and his private life plans.

Scribners Roosevelt

Outlook Does Not Deny Roosevelt Editorial Plans

The Times linked President Roosevelt to The Outlook staff. After consultation with Dr. Abbott, The Outlook editor, Lawrence Abbott, said no comment. Reports say Roosevelt will sign a year contract after leaving office to be associate editor and write weekly editorials, with a reported salary of about $30,000 for the year.

Roose- Geitial Dr. Abbott The Outon Lawrence Abbott Times Roosevelt Outook Abbott Outlook

Parsons Questions Straus In Political Interrogation

In New York City yesterday, Rep. Nathan Straus faced questions from Col. Samuel Parsons about alleged dealings with Tammany Hall regarding Irving Lehman and a Supreme Court nomination. Straus denied any deal and said Lehman had contributed nothing known to him.

Parsons Nathan Straus Mr. Straus Mr. Parsons Tammany Hall Irving Lehman Supreme Court Independence League Beechett Lehman

Art Lovers Club Planned From Mrs Wood’s Estate

Mrs Wood’s will leaves her home at 1229 North Broad Street to form a mixed artists club. It specifies adding $20000 in interest to buy art for the collection and to convert the residence into a club for painters sculptors authors teachers and professors. If the club isn’t formed the will directs the property to be used for alternative charitable purposes.

New York Times Ordenly North Broad Street City

Imported Edwood Ink Pencil Product Listing

A brief catalog entry notes the Imported Edwood Ink Pencil by V Parker & Co located at 90 West Broadway. The listing includes 4 v. and references the supplier's address for ordering inquiries.

Edwood V. Parker & CO West Broadway

Odds Against Bryan Rise to Nine to One

Lloyds of London quotes nine to one against William J. Bryan as the odds on his election. The Republican National Committee cites confidential reports from across the United States and notes about $600000 in potential wagers. Insurance premiums paid by U.S. businessmen total about $55000 to cover losses if a Democratic win occurs.

William J. Bryan Lloyds Exchange London United States Republican National Committee Lloyds Taft White House

Croker Aids Democrats In Post Election Effort

Richard Croker former Tammany Hall boss is expected to visit the U S shortly after the election to meet Governor elect Lewis Stuyvesant Chanler. Herman Ridder treasurer of the Democratic National Committee received 1500 sent by Croker with 1000 for Bryan and 500 to help Chanler’s election efforts.

Richard Croker Tammany Hall Holpes Lewis Stuyvesant Chanler Herman Ridder Demotratic National Committee Croker Mr. Bryan Chanler

Four Die in Clayton Tornado and Cloudburst

A tornado and cloudburst near Clayton New Mexico killed four people including N. Hi Haight and J. S. Fox and his wife and daughter. Twenty others injured, three may die. The Union County Courthouse costing $10 000 was wrecked along with homes. The Colorado and Southern Railroad suffered heavy losses and Clayton lost water service.

Clayton N. M N. Hi. Haight J. S. Fox Union County Court House Colorado & Southern Railroad

Dr William T Bull Condition Deteriorates At City Hospital

Last night the condition of Dr. William T Bull worsened after ten days of critical illness on West Thirty-fifth Street. Three surgeons and specialists at his bedside held a late consultation but gave no statements. Relatives remain in the city and one said there is little hope for recovery.

William T. Bull Bemels West Thirty-fifth Street Dr. Bull Mrs. Bull

Mayor and Murphy to Meet at Carnegie Hall Gathering

Charles F. Murphy and Mayor McClellan will share a platform at a Bryan and Kern Committee mass meeting in Carnegie Hall. The Mayor will preside and read a letter from John Bigelow. Cabinet members Francis Harmon Olney and Herbert are slated to speak. Missouri Society members attend. half the hall reserved but not after 7 o clock.

Charles F. Murphy Mayor McClellan Business Men's National Bryan and Kern Committee Carnegie Hall Tammany Boss John Bigelow Samuel J. Tilden

Roosevelt Praises Vermont in Gettysburg Visit

President Roosevelt told 100 members of the Thirteenth Vermont Infantry and their wives at the White House that Vermont represents the old American spirit at its best. He praised the state veterans and the National principles they stood for during the Gettysburg battlefield visit.

Washington Vermont Roosevelt Thirteenth Vermont Infantry Gettysburg White House

Jersey Central Express Blows Out Cylinder Head

Special to The New York Times reports Jersey Central train 310 on the North Jersey Coast line blew out the right cylinder head in a deep cut near South Amboy. The fast express halted on a sharp curve amid dense smoke. passengers fled, rear cars protected. Temporary repairs and a pushing engine revived the flier for Jersey City.

York Times South Amboy N. J Jersey Central North Jersey Coast New York Raritan Jersey City

Wall Street Men Hit in Morse Ice Pools

Trial details reveal Charles W. Morse and partners including Charles T. Barney and Isaac Guggenheim operated two stock pools tied to American Ice Co. profits. Witnesses describe dinners at the Waldorf and assurances of strong prospects while investors faced losses as market conditions changed.

Wall Street MORSE Wallai Rce Charles W. Morse Exbanker Alfred J. Curtis Judge Hough United States Circuit Court Isaac Guggenheim Charles M. Schwab John Wy Gates John F. Carroll Charles T. Barney Ah An Fee Mr. Morse Waldorf Wesley M. Oler American Ice Company Guy Br.Johnson Carroll Guggenheim Stimson National Bank i North America Ee ‘National Bank of North America FL Augustus. Heine Mercantile neNckad Bank

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Surance Investigation Service Commission Cortelyou Bliss Empire State of the Union Mr. Chanter Saratoga Duke of Baldwin Dewey's Dewey & Sons Fulton St Jay Legation Ohio County Loeb Will MR. Abbott Outlook Company Mr. Roosevelt Nounce Ashington Lyman Abbott Urther Endes Straus Tammany Cables New Mexico City Mayor and Murphy Merican Ife Securities Narse Teecs Marse National Bank of North America Mr. Stimson Mr. Schwab Gates Guygentielta Moose Bath CarrulPs Ives Mr. Eterrady Teest Mr Stimsot McMurten A Carebih Morse Gu Rte Isaac Tiuggenheim Guyagenheim Shires the Waldorf Low Messrs Barney Tittes Carrell Sechwah Johnson American Tee Comepany Gugsernheim MacFarlane Ios Juder Maur Farlane Curtis Charles W.schwab Wise Morée Ice Mr. Mors
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