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Newspaper

New York Tribune

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1908

Page

9

Amusements at Broadway Theatres listing shows varied shows

A compiled schedule notes performances at Academy of Music Astor Knickerbocker Liberty Garden Eden Wabderstein and other venues with show titles like As You Like It The Merry Widow The Devil and The World in Wex plus vaudeville and follies across midweek hours including 2 15 and 8 15 listings with times and partial prices

Academy OF Music Aerial Gardens Astor Brighton Beach Kain Castino Oogney Island Luna Park Dreamland Criterion Iendora Duncan PALY Gtr Wex Garden Theatre Hackett Wammerstein Herald Square Jardin DE Paris Knickerbocker Liberty New York Mery Wallace Weper

Neve Mork Daily Cribime report

The Tribune Association of New York publishes daily Neve Mork Cribime from Tribune Building at 154 Nessen Street. Ogden Mills serves as president and Natheaniel Tuttle as secretary and treasurer.

The Tribune Association New York Corporation Tribune Building Nessen Street New York Ogden Mills Natheaniel Tuttle

Foreign and Domestic News Highlights

A morning digest notes American admirals returning to Sydney with plans to sail again. a Dutch note on Venezuela offers little hope for peace. Paris indicates a possible conference on Morocco if conditions allow, while an ambassador in Mexico City suffers injuries after a bicycle accident. Domestic items include Cuban election timing, a Kern rally in Indianapolis, and fiscal and tariff deliberations in Washington. Also reported are deaths, a factory wall collapse in Chelsea, and notable court and crime news. Weather outlook and past temperatures conclude the brief.

Sydney M. @e Reus Hague Holland Paris France Spain Muiai Hefiq Thompson Mexico City North Atlantic London Daniel Vreeland and Overstreet American Monetary Commission Bank of France Crédit Lyonnais Metz Duke Karl Borwin Mecklenburg-Strelitz Hopkins Illinois Springs Wiliam H. Teft Magoon Cuba Oyster Bay Bryan Indianapolis A. O. Brown & Co Treasury Department Washington Burrows Warner Ferdinand Pinney Earle Chelsea Mass

We Too Candidate The Ton John W Kern Shadowed by Bryan

A critical portrait of Indiana’s John W Kern as a passive campaign voice in the Bryan ticket. The piece contrasts Kern’s spotlight avoidance with Bryan’s dominant stage presence and questions whether majority rule truly guides Democratic strategy and national politics.

Ton John W. Kern Indiana Kern Lincoln Neb Bryan Thomas A. Hendricks Alen W. Thurman Henry G. Davis White Sulphur Springs W. Va Mr. Bryan Indianapolis Mr. Kern House of Representatives Democratic Party Congress

Bryan’s tariff stance exposes his shifting political strategy

The critique argues Mr. Bryan weaponizes issues to attract votes rather than uphold consistent principles. It states his tariff reform and other policies are opportunistic, revealing unstable convictions driven by popularity rather than truth, and that his leadership fails to honor a lasting cause.

Ryan Bryan Ecuiok

A Democratic Leader's Pragmatic Flaws Exposed

The piece laments a Democratic leader who tests convictions on the people and rails against absolute standards. It critiques his shifting support for railroad regulation, driven by popularity rather than country service, arguing this pragmatism corrupts trust and reveals his true character.

Republic

Jerome Report Recommends Dismissal Be Advised

Commissioner Hand urges dismissal of District Attorney Jerome but the public largely agrees with the recommendation. The charges are seen as ill founded and poorly presented and while Jerome is not seen as a model public officer the community may not fully back Hand's view.

Hand Jerome King Committee Lin Distr Colla Jerone

Public Opinion and the District Attorney’s Dignity

The piece argues public trust in the District Attorney hinges on his conduct during a murder trial and subsequent public scrutiny. It contends Jerome’s temperament and perceived missteps erode faith, blaming not laws or evidence alone but the DA’s actions. Restoring confidence requires a scrupulous, dignified stance and clearer justice explanations.

Hand Jerome Mr. Jerome

Difficulties in fares and transfers across 59th street line

The Public Service Commission urged a joint rate between Metropolitan traction receivers and 59th street line owners, arguing that transfers should be reasonably priced for the public. They caution against excessive costs and political entanglements, urging service over mere revenue and stressing the need to maintain a system that serves the public reasonably.

Metropolitan Traction System 59Th Street Public Service Commission Chicago

Gander helps rally South Carolina for campaign fund

The Columbia State urges South Carolina to aid the Democratic treasury with quick donations. The piece mocks past stunts from Charleston papers and frames a call to action as South Carolina must answer the line, supporting a President and Vice President aligned with restoring popular rule.

South Carolina Commonwealth of Calhoun Tillman Columbia Bugle Charleston News and Courier Mr. Bryan Steime Mack Democratic Campaign Fund

Babels clash as new universal tongue debuts at conference

A split among Esperantists sparks the launch of a rival language called Tonguo Internaciona di la Deligitaro. Delegates urged a simpler system with brief, smooth phrasing, while dictionaries and grammars already appeared amid language reform debates.

Artificial languages vs English use in global spread

The piece argues that efforts like Ido and other artificial languages increase linguistic variety rather than unify speech. It notes English remains the most widespread vernacular, far ahead of these systems, though it mocks some languages for not distinguishing wedding notices from laundry checks.

New York World Urged to Pass Scientific Opinion on Finance

The piece notes Mr. Murphy and Mr. McCarren spar over party labels while urging The New York World to step in with a scientific, conclusive view. It critiques stock market reforms including government guarantees for brokered losses and insurer style protections for depositors, then lauds recent Atlantic liner records and condemns factory whistle nuisances as outdated.

Murphy McCarren New York World Bryan Stock Exchange Wall Street McIntyre

Maine Lobster Weighs 1134 Pounds Captured Near Biddeford Pool

A giant lobster weighing 1134 pounds was caught near Biddeford Pool Maine last week. Harry B. Ayer York County probate registrar hauled the traps and will have the specimen mounted. Locals debated its probable age with estimates ranging from forty to fifty years old.

Maine Biddeford Pool Harry B. Ayer Register of Probate York County Aver

Hughes Candidacy Sparks Unified Support Across State

Excerpts from Buffalo Express Jamestown Post Buffalo Commercial Philadelphia Press and Utica Herald-Dispatch reflect broad backing for Governor Hughes. Articles praise his loyalty national stature and strong public appeal, noting favorable legislative reception, county fair interest, and widespread enthusiasm for a state convention backing his renomination.

Utica Herald-Dispatch Hughes

New York Society Notes Round Up Social Absences and Arrivals

Mrs. Henry F. Dimock returns from Bar Harbor to South Coventry Conn at end of next week. Sir George and Lady Newnes, staying at the Plaza since Saturday, sail today for Europe. Paul J. Rainey arrives from Newport en route to the Far West for a month’s shooting. Scribners go to Islesboro Me. H de Forest Weekes returns to town from Lenox. Clementina Furniss to arrive from Europe, then Lenox for fall. Duryeas move to Wenbury Long Island. Webb party in London booked for Sept 12 to New York. Kip to spend most of next month at Saratoga. Miss Janet Fish hosted by George Brewster at their North Woods camp. Weatherbee returns to Mamaroneck after Saratoga season. Rentals: first cottage at Bellevue Court posted. McGraws at Brent Lodge remain. many others noted in social circles including Porters, Parsons, and James with assorted visits and travels. Commodore Gerry hosts luncheon on yacht Electra. guests at Seav erge. Clark and Rives arrivals noted.

George S. Scott Pf Wentworth New York E. C. Knight J. Colford, Jr George Fg Brent Lodge Tgg L John Olas Brown Bellevue Court Post Stanley McCormick Chilcago D. Loomis Alfred Loomis Mobile Tuxedo Arthur Curtiss James Horace Porters Henry Barton Jacobs Herbert Parsons Henry Clews the Rocks W. Deh. Washington B. P. Larned Norwich Elbridge T. Gerry Electra Seaverge W. €. Rives Alexander S. Clark Newport John Borland Arnold Hague Washington Dr. Parsons William T. Bull Norman Hapgood Peter F. Collier

National lawn tennis semifinals draw big Newport crowd

Telegraph dispatch from Newport reports a large audience at the Casino for the national lawn tennis tournament semifinals. Dinner guests include Mrs Gam prill, Mrs Goelet, Mrs Biddle, Mrs Clews, Mrs Lydig, and Lispenard Stewart. Herbert Harriman and wife returned from their honeymoon. Guests registered at the Casino include Walter Berry, P B K Dangerfield, George L Wrenn, and others from Washington, Baltimore, and New York.

Tribune Newport Richard Gamprill Robert Goelet Craig Biddle Henry Clews Philip M. Lydig Lispenard Stewart Herbert M. Harriman Walter VR. Berry Washington P. B. K. Dangerfield Baltimore Henry Barton Jacobs George L. Wrenn New York

President Roosevelts Yacht Trip To Jordanville Library

President Roosevelt Mrs Roosevelt Miss Ethel Roosevelt and Kermit Roosevelt depart Oyster Bay on the Sylph at 6 30 p m for Jordanville New York to attend tomorrow’s dedication of a public library honoring Douglas Robinson mother. The trip follows unveiling of the village library built by Douglas Robinson and wife. Secretary Root and James S Sherman expected among guests. Roosevelt party travels by special train from Hoboken Lackawanna station to Herkimer then Jordanville amid quick preparations and slow travel to allow rest.

Oyster Bay Roosevelt Ethel Roosevelt Kermit Roosevelt Sylph Jordanville N. Y Douglas Robinson Herkimer, N. Y Herkimer County Mr. Robinson Lackawanna Hoboken Herkimer

Funeral of German Ambassador Speck von Sternburg

Heidelberg authorizes funeral at Lutzchena near Leipzig for Baron Speck von Sternburg German Ambassador to the United States. Burial planned there. Baroness von Sternburg reports condolence messages from Roosevelt and others, including J P Morgan and German American groups.

Heidelberg Baron Speck von Sternburg United States Lutzchena Leipsic Baroness von Sternburg Europe Roosevelt Washington J. P. Morgan

Money Commission Members Lunch in Paris

Ambassador Henry White hosted a luncheon for Senator Daniel of Virginia and Representatives Vreeland of New York and Overstreet of Indiana, all on the National Monetary Commission sub committee. Also present were M. Pallian governor of the Bank of France and Baron Brincard manager of Crédit Lyonnais. The group toured the Bank of France and Crédit Lyonnais to study the French financial system before White departs for Scotland for ten days of shooting.

Paris Henry White Daniel Virginia Vreeland New York Overstreet Indiana National Monetary Commission M. Pallian Bank of France Baron Brincard Crédit Lyonnais Ambassador White Scotland

Estelle McMillin to Wed Ubaldo Traverso in Florence Link

Mrs Estelle McMillin Stewart daughter of Emer son McMillin banker of this city obtained a marriage license in City Hall with Signor Ubaldo Traverso a Florence lawyer Their papers show a Paris Me divorce on October 28 1949 custody of their child awarded to Mrs Stewart Traverso age listed as 38 both gave same age No wedding plans disclosed.

Estelle McMillin Stewart Emerson McMillin Florence Italy Ubaldo Traverso Stewart Stanley H. Gardyne Stewart Paris Ohio Signor Traverse

Notre Dame visitors seek information at city alumni gathering

The Rev. Matthew Schumacher director of studies at Notre Dame University and the Rev. Joseph A. McGuire from the university's scientific department are in the city visiting alumni. They are staying at St. Andrews Rectory No. 26 City Hall Place and will provide information about the university to interested people.

Matthew Schumacher Notre Dame University Notre Dame Ind Joseph A. McGuire St. Andrews Rectory City Hall Place

Professor to Lecture in Germany by Chicago Professor

Chicago notices Professor John M. Manly head of the University of Chicago English department will lecture in Germany. He is invited by the German government to speak at the University of Gottingen on English Literature. Manly graduated Furman in 188, earned a Harvard master’s in 1889 and a doctorate in 1890.

Chicago John M. Manly University of Chicago Germany University of Golttingen Manly Furman University Harvard

Tribune Fresh Air Fund Acknowledgments

A list of contributors to the Tribune Fresh Air Fund from Sherburne and surrounding areas including Mrs D Willis James Mrs H H P Dyer Port Chester Miss A Delmar Central Valley and Jacob H Schiff. Funds raised support maintenance of Fresh Air children with total contributions listed and instructions for preferred payment methods.

D. Willis James H. H. P. Dyer Port Chester J. ©. Winstee Congregational Church of Sherburne N. Y Tribune Fresh Air Children A. Delmar Central Valley Jacob H. Schiff Miss Moore West Orange N. J Boys’ Brigade Hackensack Arthur Johnson Tribune Freeh Air Fund

Berkshire Hunt Master Calls First Meeting for Saturday

David Turner Dana, master of hounds of the Berkshire Hunt, issued notices for the first meeting this Saturday. Baron and Baroness Hengelmulier will stay in Lenox for the autumn season. Notable guests and residents include Miss Catherine Culver visiting in New Manitobo, George Westinghouse and Dr. William Alvan Stewart departing for Pittsburg, Alexander M. Hedden at the Curtis Hotel, Senator W. Murray Crane and wife at their Windsor lodge, Malcolm McBurney sailing to New York from Southampton, and Mrs. Charles Astor Bristed arriving from New York for Lakeside.

Tribune Lenox David Turner Dana Berkshire Hunt Baron Baroness Hengelmulier Catherine Culver Gladys and Vera Bloodgood New Manitobo George Westinghouse William Alvan Stewart Pittsburg Alexander M. Hedden John A. Hedden Curtis Hotel W. Murray Crane Windsor Datton Malcolm McBurney New York Southampton Stockbridge Charles Astor Lakeside Frank K. Sturgis Clipston Grange Reginald Sturgis

Hughes in New England and Taft links in 1908

A letter to the editor argues New England Republicans favor renomination of Governor Hughes and view him as a national issue. It notes sentiment in Massachusetts and Maine supports Hughes to aid Taft, with quotes from a Salem shop owner and a Maine lumberman praising Hughes as a fit national figure and vice-presidential candidate.

Philadelphia Press Hughes New York the Tribune New England Massachusetts Maine Springfield Providence Boston Portland East Taft Selem Salem Trere New

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