What It Would Mean In New York Hughes Battle
The piece argues Governor Hughes deserves voter support, praising Senator Lop es for highlighting his lofty aims and public service. It warns defeat would discourage public life and endorse selfish interests, urging New Yorkers to reject a message of discouragement on election night.
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The President in the Campaign
The piece compares U S presidential participation to British and French practice noting that an elective chief executive naturally engages in politics. It discusses Roosevelt in his final term, his temperament, and his role in selecting the party candidate while facing public scrutiny.
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London
France
M. Fa.uleres
Edward VII
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Roosevelt Panic Casts Shadow Across Continent
The piece debates Roosevelt and Tart politics, arguing public opinion shapes outcomes while praising Roosevelt’s energy. It notes fears of overexposure and hints at a broader economic critique of trusts and price policies, plus satirical images of African wildlife seeking work amid railway development.
The German Emperor and England in British Disclosures
The London Telegraph cites a private English source claiming the German Emperor showed goodwill toward England. He allegedly refused Boer delegates entry, rejected a Russia France bid to end the war, and outlined a campaign plan later used by Gen. Reports. The claims rest on secret evidence and government discretion.
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Europe
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France
Telegraph
Steel Trust Earnings Compare Sharp Fall Then Rise
The Steel Trust reports $27,107,274 in the latest September quarter, down from $43,804,285 a year earlier, yet better than the 1904 period. The contrast frames a harsher cyclone in 1907 versus a zephyr now, with earnings improving each quarter and orders remaining substantial at about 3.42 million tons vs 3.81 million in the prior quarter.
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Ages of the world's rulers at Roosevelts fiftieth
A survey of contemporary monarchs and presidents by age. Francis Joseph of Austria-Hungary is 79, Porfirio Diaz of Mexico 79, Leopold II of Belgium 74, Armand Foulères and Edward VII 67, Frederick VIII of Denmark 65, Abdul Hamid II 57, Mutsohito of Japan 56, Gustav V of Sweden and William II of Germany around 50, Czar Nicholas II 40, Victor Emmanuel III of Italy 39, Alfonso XIII of Spain 22, Manuel II of Portugal 19.
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French Republic
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England
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Freperick VIII
Denmark
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Sweden
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Russia
Victor Emmanuel
Italy
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Spain
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Portugal
Misled equality on a ship and voting issues
The column discusses ship hierarchy and mob equality on the Regina d Italia, noting Captain authority and revolts, with Vittorio Allesandro as a symbol. It also covers Time for All to Vote ruling that voting starts in line, not at ballot pickup, and critiques the taxicab strike's futility and violence.
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Vittorio
Palermo
America
Victoria
Tigers in Africa claim but misadventure in debate
In a heated exchange the Sun defends its Africa fauna claim after a reference to killing tigers next year. The piece notes roosevelt hunting grounds in Africa and cites a quoted organizer of a Nairobi development trip as supporting existence of tigers there.
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Hons
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Alcohol Debate from Dr Dana supports cautious use not ban
Dr Charles Loomis Dana of New York argues against dogmatic anti alcohol positions and warns immediate total removal could cause social and racial decadence. He urges moderation especially for adults and favors public efforts to limit youth access with a future reduction plan.
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Charles Loomis Dana
New York Academy of Medicine
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Hugo Minsterberg
Physiological Laboratory
Harvard
Henry Smith Williams
McClure
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the Times
New York Times
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Williams
York
Lea
Shire
College English and the American Speech Problem
A 1908 letter to the Times discusses the need for English clubs to improve American enunciation and language. The writer laments college graduates who speak with nasal twang and slang, contrasts them with a prospective English university man, and criticizes American higher education for producing ungrammatical speech.
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TIMES
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Yale
American College
New York
Opportune View on Alcoholism Treatment
A cautious assessment argues there is no single solution to alcoholism and no simple formula to define alcohol. The issue requires careful study and trial, as articulated by RLFS L. Dana, M. D.
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Hargrove Addresses Theosophy Label Confusion
Ernest Temple Hargrove defends himself against a miscaption calling him an ex theosophist. He explains his return to Episcopalian faith and renewed devotion to divine wisdom, asserting ongoing service to the Church despite past shifts in belief.
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England
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Trisdom
Ernest Temple Hargrove
New York
Sister Seeks Missing Catherine Agnes Stewart After Decades
A Chicago letter to the editor from Mrs. A. F. Muston seeks to locate Catherine Agnes Stewart, once of Inverness Scotland, who left London for America about 28 years ago with the Farquhar and Mason family. The note lists last known details including a 615 Third Avenue New York address and old photograph names.
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Debate on gubernatorial candidate Hughes in New York letter
A letter from New York dated October 27 1998 argues for focusing on policy over image in selecting an Albany representative. The writer questions Hughes fitness as an accessible, loyal, and independent lawyer and criticizes his ties to party machines and alleged fundraising from race tracks.
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Prices, poverty and progress in 1908 debate
Edward Potts Williams of New York argues in 1908 that falling prices from labor degradation harm workers, while high prices attract savings. he questions why the poor flee cheap countries and why poverty rises when prices fall, calling low prices from invention a blessing when they don’t degrade labor.
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Edward Potts Williams
New York
Voters to Learn About Upcoming Amendments
A letter from W Wainwright of New York dated October 28 1998 asks readers to be informed about amendments to be voted on in the forthcoming election. He notes few people understand them and urges timely consideration before voting.
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Editor Letters on Canadian Elections Highlight Clergy Condemnation
Alicia B. Borden from New York notes the Times editorial on Canadian elections. She points to Sir Frederick Borden as the protested minister and mentions R L Borden as the Opposition leader.
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Laurier
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New York
Subway Station Debate Between 122d Street and 111th Street
A backbiting exchange between Bilkins and Filkins unfolds over observations and truth. Arthur Guiterman notes their sparring, calling one side mendacious and the other using restraint.
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Archbold Seen by J. D. Rockefeller in Reminiscences
Rockefeller recounts meeting John D Archbold, praising his energy and power over men. He contrasts Archbold with H M Flagler and S V Harkness, notes Archbolds humor on the stand and his early rise in oil, and recalls Fern views on friendship and business. He also mentions Flaglers railroads and hotels and his tree planting at Tarrytown.
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Stillman Witt
S. V. Harkness
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Standard Oil Company
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Cleveland Traction Receivership Suit Exacts Court Control
A new receivership suit was filed in federal court seeking control of all local street railway property. The Municipal Traction and Cleveland Railway companies were named as defendants, with a temporary restraining order restricting payouts beyond labor and maintenance. Central Trust Company represents bondholders holding an $8,276 mortgage on the property. The action follows the franchise rejection after a referendum, aiming to protect creditors during post franchise reconstruction as competing interests clash over ownership and possession.
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Cleveland Railway Company
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