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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1908
Page
6
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The editorial criticizes Mr. Sherman for debating currency policy and praises Gov. Hughes for his principled, people-centered approach. It argues the gold reserves, bank policy, and currency debates reveal deeper issues in national finance and highlights Hughes as a dignified, selfless leader with strong public support.
The passage cites Mr. Sherman boasting about his force bill stance and urges him to focus on criticizing Mr. Bryan instead. The exchange highlights partisan tension and debate on fiscal policy without graphic detail.
In a looping sequence of denials and substitutions, Foraker is dropped as no worse than Haskelty, Haskey is dropped as no worse than Pont, Pont is dropped, and Foraker retorts he is no worse than Taf as Tarr denies. The passage traces the logic of mutual accusation in the campaign.
The journal writers question Roosevelt’s past suspicions while Tart withdraws, Bryan delays travel, Hearst vows relentless publishing until electors meet, and citizens reject the muckraker culture that paints all men as vile.
The article reviews an Italian traveler Scarfolgio in New York to Paris race who meets a Harbin Mandarin. It notes the Mandarin’s placid view of the world, remarks on American exuberance and democracy, and urges Americans to balance excitement with duty and common sense.
A University of Michigan report attributes forty million dollars in timber losses to public indifference and absence of fire patrols. It notes fires on cut-over lands kill seedlings and threaten future forests as flames spread through Adirondacks and along Canadian Pacific Railway tracks, warning future generations will regard past ignorance with regret.
The piece discusses American stance on Channel crossing by air efforts and the impact of continental interest. It also defends private boarding schools through Dr. Peabody of Groton, arguing their role amid urban public schools, while noting limits and future possibilities for public reform.
Robertson G. Hunter, state actuary, explains to The Times readers why savings bank insurance costs differ from ordinary non participating insurance. He notes higher mortality among sav ings bank insureds, monthly versus yearly premiums, and bank costs of collection. Profits are returned to depositors and policy holders. further details offered on request.
A New York letter writer contends that American women possess a unique appeal contrasted with European traits. The author cites temperament, charm, and cultural perception, while noting flaws and the English woman's allure as a benchmark. Dated September 26, 1998.
A report suggests Alfred Nobel Prize to be awarded to Algernon Charles Swinburne for the literature prize of 40 000 dollars. Critics note Swinburne’s recent work lacks the idealistic edge and compare to Kipling who won last year. The piece questions literature prizes versus other fields.
Federal Forester report estimates Minnesota forest fires have cost the state between five and ten million dollars. The findings detail economic impact across firefighting, timber loss, and suppression efforts.
The speaker doubts there are many voters who vote strictly for the party with the best chances and suspects such people are rare, mostly among career politicians. He argues most people believe what they want and are capable of convincing themselves their side will win, yet partisanship tends to be sincere.
In a letter from New York dated September 26, 1808 a German American notes massive timber losses from fires. Estimates range from 10 million to 40 million dollars, warning of broader impact on newspapers and pulp supply and urging government and state action, including militia if needed.
A letter from New York dated September 25, 1908 expresses concern for single educated women aged 25 to 40, noting many self supporting, refined individuals in boarding houses. The author asks where unattached prosperous men can be found and urges action to create opportunities for marriages and homes.
A letter from U G of New York dated September 23 1903 opposes naming the Blackwell Island Bridge Queensboro and calls for Edmund Burke to receive the honor alongside Chatham. The writer argues Burke’s stature and advocacy for liberty fit the city’s civic memory and national aspirations.
A street railway conductor testifies before the Public Service Commission that honest conductors are hard to find. He argues applicants face ridicule and abuse from managers, union stewards, and the public, with long hours and low pay eroding manhood and honesty after six months on the job. New York, September 25, 1908.
The piece notes a governor with strong political history and moral character receiving a second term despite critics. It mentions Bryan recognizing Hughes’s nomination as prolonging four more years, while the public laughed at the idea and taft looms as the alternative. The excerpt is dated September 26, 1998, from New York and quotes Theodorus Van Wyck.
A reader seeks reliable sources on preventing tuberculosis and asks about trustworthy information and whether fumigation is advisable when moving into a home previously occupied by TB patients. The query notes concern over finding a doctor with sufficient reputation for confidence and requests practical fumigation methods.
A reader claims the Dutch pronunciation of common words differs from English usage. The letter asserts exposure to Dutch culture, noting the term for cloth and a mop in Dutch, with a personal claim of being a real Hollander from Amsterdam.
A speaker jokes that any lateness or mess in daily chores invites blame on them. The poem lists missed duties such as gate closure snow removal and tool care, ending with the refrain that they bear the blame for all omissions.
Gen George W. Wingate, chairman of the Board of Education athletic fields committee, urges open Sunday use of city fields. He argues the city paid over a third of 2 million dollars for the facilities and that all youths, not just school players, should benefit with proper supervision. He envisions a school field day for each school and broader access to curb street corner loitering and saloon indulgence.
Retail dry goods merchants secure action to repair and asphalt Sixth Avenue from Twenty eighth Street to Fourteenth Street. McAdoo Company to restore the street immediately by order of Borough President Ahearn, with Hudson and Manhattan Railway agreeing to proceed. Completion expected within ten days to relieve years of mud and blockage.
Plans for the North Dakota, the United States 20000 ton all big gun battleship, will be made public in a Fore River launch in about four weeks. The Delaware under construction at Newport News shares design features with five twin turrets, 12 inch guns, turbine propulsion and speed above twenty one knots.
Coin collectors note two perforated issues from the British Mint for Nigerian circulation. A one penny in white metal and a tenth penny in aluminum feature a crown and the inscription King Edward VII, Emperor. The coins, first among European issues with perforated centers, aim to aid native stringing of the coins. The China note mentions Empress Dowager’s request for a new cash style coin without perforation.
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