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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1908
Page
8
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The article argues Bryan must court Roosevelt Republicans to win, labeling Watterson and The World as meddling allies. It notes Bryan’s need to distance from Roosevelt policies while appealing to Southern voters and resisting Brownsville rhetoric. It concludes Bryan risks alienating base if he chastises Roosevelt or shifts stance.
A federal court upholds limits on railroads power to move their own coal under the commodities clause of the Hepburn act. Judge Gray notes constitutional protections for liberty and property against sweeping regulatory action and warns against destroying business to regulate interstate commerce.
The article argues that efforts by managers to curb sidewalk ticket speculation may fail as long as theatergoers prefer speculators’ premium. It notes some patrons resist dateless slips and prize higher priced seats, while urging buyers to use box offices to end speculation. It highlights perceived manager conspiracies and calls for citizens to support honest sales.
The passage lauds Mr. Bryan as sincere and outspoken while noting his reticence about Brownsville. It portrays him as admired and courageous within a campaign that simultaneously endorses Republican policies by presenting him as heir to them.
Readable text notes sympathy for theatre managers striving to suppress a nuisance linked to ticket sales. The passage reflects concern for orderly operations and public decorum amid ongoing efforts to curb disturbances surrounding theatre events.
A heavy critique of candidate conduct and moral expectations in politics. The piece cites John Temple Graves at risk of scandal for prizefighting, notes Tarr avoiding Sunday travel, Bryan courting churchgoers, and critiques Croker and Know-Nothings. It links morality to voter behavior and public perception.
The piece condemns the Police Department for silence on crime statistics, cites sensational unofficial reports of widespread burglaries, and argues Gen. Bingham’s warnings prove department weakness. It blames aldermen for denying more patrols and a secret service to curb foreign criminal organizations.
The piece notes earlier government aviation hurdles and reviewer skepticism about a two passenger flight requirement. After ORVILLE WRIGHTs Fort Myer success, confidence grows that the army could adopt the aeroplane with acceptable performance, ending prior doubts about invention suppression or impractical demands.
A New York hotel keeper urged hotel and restaurant managers to reduce menu length. He argued lengthy bills of fare lead to poorer quality and wasteful variety, while simpler menus and better cooking improve dining happiness. The piece critiques overstuffed menus and favors focus on cooking and service.
A New York reader warns of health risks from subway dust and cross river drafts. A Brooklyn physician links pneumonia rise to car draughts and dust particles inhaled daily by riders. A subway guard cites HQ orders to keep doors open to save cleaning costs, claiming over 35000 dollars yearly.
In Brookium on September 9 1908 voters in the Sixteenth Kings District received a special two by four inch paper ticket marked for and against alongside the regular primary ballot. The nonofficial vote aid was given only to certain voters and was easy to lose as some failed to fold it and returned it to the election officer with the voter name.
Dr. George F. Shrady recounts the electric chair controversy featuring Harry L. Tyler and Dr. P J Gibbons. He cites d Arsouval theories on resuscitation and notes Kemmler and Taylor cases with autopsy concerns. Shrady argues for humane capital punishment or alternatives amid ongoing discord.
The article details Zia Bey a former Turkish official tied to the Yildiz Palace and Sultanate spies. It cites Izzet Pasha denying knowledge, Adossides Bey recalling events from 1808, and notes on Zia Bey’s roles and alleged finances. It reports plans to flee to Mexico, then travel to the United States aboard ships Teutonic and Mauretania under aliases.
The Board of Health requests substantial salary increases for 1909 to submit to the Board of Estimate. If approved, the salary schedule would rise 8 to 9 percent from 1907 levels. The department projects a total 1909 salary of 2 269 722 25, up from 1 723 884 50 in 1907, driven by 485 new hires at 444 577 and raises for 440 existing staff at 101 41.
A mass meeting is planned at Cooper Union under the Pouren Defense Conference to protest United States deportation of Russian peasant refugee Pouren. Defenders claim acts alleged by Russia were political in nature linked to Baltic uprising. Edward M. Shepard, Herbert Parsons, Dr. David Blaustein, Franklin H. Wentworth and James B. Reynolds are slated to speak.
Adrian H. Joline argues in a 1908 New York letter that receivers must not pursue reorganization of street railways. He notes Mr Robinson’s proposal for a conservative reorganization and warns that acting on such plans could lead to removal from office.
A relentless endurance race tale of a driver and his car, pushing through fatigue and danger to set a world record. The narrator describes tightening bolts, fueling, and the long night race as dawn approaches, culminating in a victory after a grueling lap count. The crowd cheers as the finish nears and the driver braves exhaustion.
Supreme Court Justice Gerard reserved decision on a preliminary injunction seeking to stop New York City from paying 1 050 000 next year to the Public Service Commission amid a constitutional challenge. Adolph Gubner, taxpayer, argued the Public Services Commissions Act unconstitutionally imposes state funds on city residents, citing the Chautauqua Supervisors case.
Property owners on Eighth Avenue opposite the Polo Grounds ask Supreme Court Justice Gerard for an injunction to stop the Metropolitan Street Railway Company receivers from storing about 200 cars nightly in the avenue above 155th Street. Justice Gerard gave both sides time to file briefs by Monday while noting the receivers will reduce nuisance once new car barns under construction are completed in December. The company lawyer argued relief should come from the Public Services Commission which, by order, requires running more cars or facing penalties.
Prof. R H Tucker from Lick Observatory, joined by Prof. Lewis Ross and Robert Varnum, departs for South America to observe and catalog over 25000 southern stars. A temporary observatory will rise in San Luis Argentina for four to five years, chosen for clear nights and pure air under Carnegie Institution direction.
Geneva Sept 10 1900 Prof William R Brooks at Smith Observatory reports two sun spots plainly visible to the eye. The spots measure about 10 000 miles across and one precedes a group extending 80 000 miles. The solar outbursts coincide with recent auroras.
The Rev Dr Dowling retires from the rectorate of St James’s Episcopal Church Brooklyn on Oct 1 after long service. The vestry and Bishop approve appointing assistant Rev Charles W Naumann as his successor, with Dowling to become rector emeritus and pursue literary work.
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