Foraker Defends Vote Against Rate and Double Statehood Bills
The editorial defends Senator Foraker's voting against the Rate bill and the Double Statehood bill and his stance on the Brownsville matter. It rebuts insinuations about Standard Oil ties, acknowledges concerns over Archbold correspondence, and argues a senator's private legal work differs from a public official's duties. It cautions against overreacting to corporate ties while stressing ethical boundaries for Senators.
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Senator Foraker
Brownsville
Standard Oil Company
United States
Foraker
International Congress on Tuberculosis Promises Hopeful Remedies
The Washington gathering of scientists argues that modern medicine and organized research offer decisive tools against tuberculosis. They claim these advances surpass politics, shape public health, and educate, employ, and uplift society while fighting preventable death.
Political Science Dean Warns of Judicial Encroachment
Dean Burgess of Columbia University criticizes both major parties for proposing legislative steps that would erode constitutional limits and shift power away from the judiciary. He argues the campaign center on respect for the judiciary and opposes constitutional overreach by either party.
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Columbia University
Butler
Dean Burgess
Burgerf
Constitutional question about state autonomy and citizen rights
The piece argues that defending the imperiled Constitution is a great issue for all citizens beyond party lines. It notes bipartisan engagement on constitutional defense, yet warns that neither party can implement a unified solution, and that voter sentiment may not reflect at the polls.
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Erty
Not Catholic Influence in Newcastle By-Election
The report linking Liberal defeat to Irish Catholic votes and a Home Secretary ban on Eucharist in London is dismissed. The Newcastle result likely reflects Chamberlain tariff support and general popularity, with a Socialist candidate drawing Liberal votes. The licensing bill hurts Liberals in industrial centers, and no religious scare is expected in British politics now.
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Newcastle
Home Secretary
London
Maccracken Critique of University Trusts Draws Mixed Sympathy
Chancellor MacCracken of New York University decries alleged actions to crush small competitors though proof is lacking. He likens a modern trust to religious reform era shifts and argues the wealthy surrounding forces have treated the university harshly, inviting debate over his broader claims.
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Maccracken
New York University
Erasmus
New York University Receives High Praise From Dr MacCracken
Dr MacCracken criticizes lack of state bills aiding NYU while noting gifts may not reach the university. He praises NYU as economical, with growing potential, strong medical and law schools, and affordable tuition from 238 to 500 dollars yearly. He remains skeptical about a university trust.
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Columbia
Maccracken
New York University
New York
I T
Muslim Leaders Back British Rule in India Say Loyalty Brings Strength
The article argues that Muslim leaders in India show deep loyalty to British rule and view it as benevolent and civilizing. It notes Muslims, about 63 million, could support or oppose depending on British fortunes, and highlights the Agha Khan's letter urging strong British control to sustain progress and peace across communities.
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India
Deccan
League
Aca Khan
All-India
Great Britain
East
Asia
England
Germany
Mr. Bryan
India tyranny and oppression cited by alleged victims
A report notes that harsh rule in India faced testimony from one of the alleged victims detailing oppression. The piece emphasizes the victims' claims and the broader impact of the regime on civil liberties.
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India
The Times Aug 30 article on Cleveland authorship questioned
The Times publishes a political piece claiming to be by Grover Cleveland and presents a series of documents to test its authenticity. The article invites readers to judge whether due diligence was used before publication and to submit evidence supporting or challenging the claim.
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TIMES
Grover
Cleveland
Aeroplane to Navy Use and Proxy Marriages Weigh In
A commentary assesses future naval air craft meeting speed and water landing needs, suggesting ships could launch planes and later recover on water. It notes Wrights and others, plus pending innovations, may fulfill the new specifications, while musing on broader aerial traffic models. It also discusses marriage by proxy, arguing legality, necessity, and public policy should allow such unions when circumstances warrant, with no current explicit provision in law.
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Aes Mare
Wright Aeroplane
Fort Myer
Orville Wright
Wrights
Senator Chided for Racing Stance in State Debate
The piece notes voters rejected a Senator who defended his voting record on constitutional enforcement amid debate about horse racing. It says his district chose his removal as he remains aligned with racing interests, and calls him a relic out of step with most of the state.
Foreign Affinances Questioning American and European Suitors
A letter to the editor argues over whether American or European men are more attractive and suitable for marriage. The writer endorses some European traits but favors American spouses, noting long separations abroad and the importance of a wife’s contentment with her husband’s lifestyle. He cites Baroness Sternburg and Baroness von Kittle and concludes English women rank highest among admired suitors. New York, Sept. 24, 1908.
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New York Times
Europe
Newport
Baroness Sternburg
Baroness von Kittle
Esther D
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J. C. New York
Reader critiques Times sarcasm in to-day editorial
Paul Neumann of Brooklyn offers a sharp letter praising and critiquing The Times editorial Dont Laugh. He scoffs at phrases like Peerless Promiser and Bryan mentioned in his twenty four dollar telegram.
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New York Times
Times
Elia
Polonious
Bryan
Promiser
Paul Neumann
Brooklyn
Commendation of The Times by John W. Snook
A Norwalk resident praises The Times as the greatest newspaper in the country and as loyal a weekly companion as the best magazines. The letter, dated Sept 20, 1808, endorses the Sunday edition as a trusted friend.
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New York Times
Sunday Times
John W. Snook
Norwalk
Ohio
The File That Cleaned The Farmhouse Floor
A reminiscence from Plainfield New Jersey in 1908 describes a Dutch farmhouse where a floor was “filed” daily with soap and water to look enamel bright. The writer learns the verb filing as polishing, and why the tool became a file.
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New York Times
New York State
Plainfield, N. J
Dutch Term for Kitchen Rag Sparks Language Debate
In New York on September 24 1908 a note argues that Dutch has no word fite for kitchen rag and that the term dwyl or dwys is used instead. The missive reflects a language curiosity from a Dutch origin.
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New York Times
Farrell
Holland
NYU Chancellor Claims Existence Of A University Trust
Chancellor Mac Cracken of New York University speaks at the School of Commerce opening, saying he discovered a virtual university trust and that richer neighbors fear a second university in the metropolis. Columbia University officials respond that no educational trust is involved and that Columbia proceeds independently with cordial ties to sister institutions.
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MacCracken
New York University
School of Commerce
Columbia University
John W. Burgess
Columbia Law School
Columbia
Angell Proposes Extended Engineering Degree Path
University of Michigan President James B Angell argues in his annual report that four years of college do not suffice for engineering training. He suggests a sequence: B S after four years, B E or B Arch after five, and M E or M Arch after six, though he questions whether students can be persuaded to stay longer.
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Ann Arbor
Mich
James B. Angli
University of Michigan
Board of Regents
Angell
Seumas MacManus Lectures At Brooklyn Institute
Irish author Seumas MacManus arrived on a long lecture tour and spoke at the Brooklyn Institute on Trish Fairy and Folk-Lore. He will address Irish Life: Its Beauty Humor and Pathos next Friday and then go to Notre Dame University for a month.
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Seumas MacManus
Brooklyn Institute
Institute
Indiana
Notre Dame University
Comparative Literature Society of
New York
Missionaries to Meet in Brooklyn Convention Schedule
The American Commissioners of Foreign Missions plan a convention at the new Academy of Music in Brooklyn from October 10 to 16. On October 14 six China addresses and two Japan talks will be heard, with afternoon discussions on Africa and Turkey led by Rev. Dr. Washburn of Robert College. Speakers include Rev. Dr. Howard S. Bliss of Beirut. The final Plymouth Church session Oct. 16 features Rev. Dr. Inton speaking on Mexico. Admission to all meetings is free.
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Brooklyn
China
Japan
Africa
Turkey
Washburn
Robert College
Constantinople
India
Micronesia
Howard S. Bliss
Colege
Beirut
Plymouth Church
Inton
Chihuanua
Mexico
Dix Ancestry Claims Debunked by Warren R Dix Letter
Warren R Dix of Elizabeth New Jersey argues in a letter that published statements misstate John A Dix family ties. He cites a 1623 descent chart from Anthony Dix and records from Franke Bolles and a John A Dix letter noting his father James Lawton Dix and grandfather Samuel Dix. He notes no paternal first cousins for Gen John A Dix and probes possible Leonard Dix ancestry in Connecticut.
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New York Times
John A. Dix
New York
James Lawton Dix
Anthony Dix
Plymouth
Maes
Franke Bolles
Harvard University
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James.Lawton Dix
Dix
Trent
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Josiah
John A.—Dix
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Leonard Dix
Wethersfield
Conn
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Treasury
Dorothea Lynde Dix
Tiffany
Miss Dix
Edward Dix
Watertown
Mass
Leonard
Warren R. DIX
Elizabeth
N. J
Controversy Over Fora ker-Hinskell Charges Cited
A letter from Brooklyn dated Sept 24 1908 argues the Democratic candidate appears more American and dignified by avoiding presumed guilt and upholding the constitutional presumption of innocence until proven guilty toward the Fora ker-Hinskell case.
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New York Times
Foraker-Hinskell
Brooklyn
s/s
The Last Load A Mock Rural Advertising Card
A playful period piece describes a calendar style card with vendors and images. It juxtaposes flowers grass fruit nuts grain and livestock with professions such as grocer butcher insurer milliner and undertaker. The verse hints at a sly satirical ode and a distant barn scene labeled The Last Load.
Throngs Fill Synagogues for Rosh Hashanah in New York
Devout and reform communities pack synagogues as Rosh Hashanah begins with sunset. Rabbi Silverman at Temple Emanu El leads a large service urging simple living, pure thinking, and kindness. Orthodox and reform services continue today with city departments granting holiday leave.
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New York
Temple Emanu-El
Rabbi Silverman
Silverman
Beth-El
Schulman
Grossman
Sholony
Temple Israel
Harlem
Maurice Il. Clarris
Thee Free Synagogue
Stephen 8S. Wise
Magnes
Tower East Side
McClelan
Dr. Mignes
New Synagogue Opens in City by 7th Street and Seventh Avenue
The Congregation Anche Chesed inaugurated its new synagogue with a New Year's Greeting attended by over 1,200. Rabbi Gustave Hausemann led the service while Herman Kroll and Paul David Auerbach spoke as officers. Though opened, the building awaits full completion and Thanksgiving Day dedication. its cost is about 250000 with 125 members. Meyer Goodfriend oversees the Building Committee remarks.
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Anche Chesed
7Th Street
Seventh Avenue
Gustave M. Hausemann
Herman Kroll
Paul David Auerbach
Panavenatis
Meyer Goodfriend
Thperr Church
Wu Ting Fang denies report of rival envoy to replace him
Chinese Minister to Washington Wu Ting Fang dismissed rumors that Chung Men Yeu was coming from China to take over his post at the Chinese Legation. He said he would like to know more but had received no news beyond afternoon papers and noted rumors are common in public service. He offered no definitive details.
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Cart
Burr
Suffolk County
Senate
New York Times
Washington
Wu Ting- Fang
Chung Men Yew
China
Defense of the Oyster Against Typhoid Charge
Henry C. Rowe of Pine Orchard Conn presented a paper to the Fisheries Congress defending oysters against typhoid transmission. He argued no oyster in the country lives in anything but deep pure water and that no disease germs were found in any oyster in his investigations.
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Washington
Henry C. Rowe
Pine Orchard
Conn
Fishery Congress
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