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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1908
Page
8
The piece argues for elective officers over appointed commissions, noting historical limits of popular control, the growth of complex government, and improved efficiency and honesty under centralized governor-led oversight. It contends Chanler’s focus is not wisely chosen and warns of dangers from political patronage.
The letter argues Mr Bryan overstates a 50 percent trust limit by contrasting it with Gov Hugues 7 percent cap. Citing Planters Protective Association of Kentucky the piece claims a 42 stockholder firm with $200 capital profits up to 200000 annually and accuses the tobacco trust of terrorizing towns to Channel profits to a few. It calls for assessing guilt by wrongdoing not size.
In a speech to Southern Democrats backing Tarr, Charles Francis Adams trims the tariff argument to essentials. He predicts thimble-rigging with the tariff and doubts Tarr or Bryan could sustain a successful challenge. He agrees with Bryan on principles but doubts practical impact.
The text critiques campaigning tactics and accountability in tariff politics. It notes a speech by Mr Adams misquoting the 1894 act, suggesting the phrase reflected a mercenary group led by Mr GorMan. The passage discusses voting on issues when presented and condemns thimble rigging.
Letters from policy holders illustrate perceived effects of reforms with dividend changes cited from 1905 to 1908. One writer notes dividends rising from about $18–$19 to over $35, another shows a policy paying $7.80 prior to improvements now yielding $33. The audience is broad, with potential voter impact suggested, while the editorial aims for restraint and balanced presentation.
The speaker argues life insurers are trusts serving investments, not profit aims, and growth of staff profits should not drive policy. Kingsley criticizes limits on business of companies and urges merit-based reforms. He warns against political intrusion while safeguarding the office and preserving duties, suggesting future law changes only after further lessons.
The Independence League backs Palmieri while critics urge Beckett, citing his year as Surrogate and probate experience as best for administering wills and estates in New York County. The piece warns that Palmieri’s election would drag Surrogate into politics and harm the public.
In Plainfield, clergymen from Opera Baptist, Presbyterian, and Trifle Methodist churches denounce a local golf club rule allowing Sunday play. The debate flags deeper questions of public morality, personal conscience, and the pace of social change amid a presidential campaign.
The piece argues arrests in the Reelfoot Lake region will not yield severe punishment for night riding attackers. It notes widespread local involvement and questions establishable guilt levels. Leaders, if any, were likely minor, and prevention plus broader accountability by law officials are urged.
A letter to the editor questions why nurses are dismissed after probation without reasons. The writer cites the National Hospital Record of Oct 15 1908 and argues the rule fuels favoritism and hurts nurses seeking other hospitals. The letter stresses transparency for nurses and accountability for administrators.
Tens of thousands watched as eight Fire Department members received medals for conspicuous bravery in 1907. Mayor’s wife Mrs. George McClellan presented the honors. Medals honored rescuers from Clinton Street to Bedford Avenue and 79 East 180th Street.
The writer asks why taxes on improved and unimproved property rise relative to real estate values. He notes Brooklyn property values have fallen yet taxes increased amid the panic, and seeks explanation from the editor.
A reader condemns a bold jewelry store hold up at Fifty-ninth and Sixtieth Streets on Lexington Avenue and notes lack of police presence at 6 o clock. He urges preemptive NYPD reforms and criticizes post crime investigations. Also a reader questions presidential appointments bypassing examinations.
A reader appeals to publishers to print Hughes's Rochester speech urging policy focused on the mother in the home over farm contributions. The letter argues Republican rhetoric should center family interests in state politics.
Congressmen J R Mann and W H Ryan and others touring Northern Minnesota to study timber supply and its impact on paper making. Frederick W Wey erhauser warns spruce not yet deemed commercially valuable and stresses fire prevention and state led reforestation as key protections.
Albany reports rain in the Adirondacks is encouraging and a district service man says railroad workers are doing all they can to prevent the spread of fires. The year’s damage is believed greater than in 1903 despite efforts.
Surrogate Beckett with counsel adjourned the examination of Mrs Virginia Otis Heckscher widow of John G Heckscher to November 2 regarding contents of a safe deposit box in Knickerbocker vaults. The probate order cited to turn husband personal property found in her possession and she was held in contempt before being vacated.
Roosevelt weighs staff briefing on machine guns leading to a proposal for a dedicated squad attached to units. Capt John Arker investigated the matter, with his report now at the War Department. The move aims to boost efficiency and training for rapid-fire gun handling.
McGowan and Sam H Low and Charles R Skinner of the Lincoln Celebration Committee report progress with Supt W H Maxwell on public school readings. The Gettysburg address to be read at noon in New York City schools on celebration day, with plans for simultaneous nationwide readings.
A brief note from October 24 1908 in New York indicates B Eb describes being one of the lonelies and expressing interest in joining any club organized for intellectual enhancement. The message portrays a desire for social or scholarly association.
Bulletin 77 of the Bureau of Labor shows average hourly wages in 4,169 establishments rose 3.7 percent from 1906 to 1907 while regular hours per week increased 0.4 percent. Retail food prices climbed 4.2 percent, cutting purchasing power of an hour's wages to about half a percent versus 1906.
A short lyrical verse by Clinton Scollard evokes vanished blooms and vivid colors of plants like purnies and sumach with ruby dye. The poem contemplates mortality and renewal as the melancholy moon returns its radiance after a cold spell, urging a listening earth and human ears.
After brief liberty, Jan Janoff Pouren, a revolutionist held for extradition to Russia, is rearrested and returned to his Tombs cell. The State Department dismisses the proceedings and directs his discharge, while Russian officials and his counsel pursue further court action.
The Public Service Commission in the Second District orders the Erie Railroad to erect a new passenger station at Collins in Erie County with two waiting rooms freight and baggage rooms ticket offices and a platform. Plans and specifications must be submitted by November 23. The move follows a complaint by Gowanda State Homeopathic Hospital managers citing poor conditions and finances.
City officials anticipate a total budget near 155000000 to 160000000. The Board of Estimate trimmed several tentative estimates in executive session. A public hearing will reveal the final figure, with education and borough president allowances reduced to mandatory increases and minimal year to year increments.
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