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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1902
Page
10
The piece argues Cuban leaders and radicals fear Washington may impose terms, viewing the proposed reciprocity treaty as coercive. It contends a fair accord must reflect mutual will, with genuine reciprocity achieved through thorough discussion and reasonable terms acceptable to both sides.
The New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad plans a large Boston freight terminal with water frontage. A 20 acre tract in South Boston's Commonwealth Flats was bought for 1 million dollars as a first step. Negotiations are under way to expand the waterfront and build docks and warehouses for direct unloading into transatlantic ships as part of a Pennsylvanian alliance.
Daniel H. Harkins, the actor, died in San Francisco at his father in law's home. He had fallen ill in New York recently and traveled to California seeking health, but showed no improvement.
Mrs. Mary J. Dowling wife of Rev. Dr. George T. Dowling died yesterday after three years in Los Angeles for health. Funeral set in Montreal at the home of her daughter Mrs. Arthur Lenox Drummond.
Henry Lewis Gassert a prominent New York tobacco merchant and early street news seller died at his Brooklyn home. Born in Germany he built a frontier career selling papers then cigars before a California venture and a long Brooklyn life. He leaves a widow a son and a daughter. funeral is set for 5 p.m.
Alfred L. Seton died of heart disease at his brother-in-law’s home on West Eighth Street. Born in 1835, he joined a California gold party in 1849, worked with Mutual Life Insurance until 1851, then joined the Gold Board of New York. He spent decades in Europe, married Laura von Ketteler’s daughter, and leaves a wife and son. Funeral at Grace Church with interment in Churchyard, West Chester.
Richard Lavery of Mount Vernon died at home Saturday at 72. Born in Belfast he immigrated to New York at 19 and founded R. & R. Law linen merchants with his brother Robert. He helped shape Methodist Episcopal Church lay representation and Epworth movement, led by the Tract Society, and served on church committees. He leaves a widow and one daughter.
Word reached yesterday of the death in Paris of Dr. Daniel P. Pease aged forty five. He went abroad for his health and died of typhoid fever. He was educated at Col in 1882 and served as house physician for the Hoffman House Fifth Avenue and Albemarle hotels.
Amos Tenney a noted rail head contractor and promoter died Saturday at his home No Clermont avenue Brooklyn in his eighty year. Born in Boston he engaged early in dry goods then served as treasurer of cotton mills at Cohoes before moving to York in 1851 to pursue railroad ventures including promotion and construction of a road now known as ID 50.
A letter to The Tribune from T. Melville Grout challenges four editorials on the Macomb's Dam Bridge franchise, arguing the cited figures misstate the engineer report. He explains the July transmission set higher values for Harlem River bridges, urges practical terms for city transportation needs, and defends the board's aim of fair city compensation.
A New York letter defends Dr. MacArthur for using rantism to mean sprinkling iconography and rantists for those who sprinkle. It cites dictionaries and Greek roots to distinguish baptism by immersion from rantism, arguing critics misread him. December 12.
Louis Brown of New York questions why the Pennsylvania tunnel franchise is stalled by Tammany Hall when a six Republican to two Tammany and one Brooklyn Democrat committee handles it. He argues a two-thirds Republican panel should seek direct opposition from Tammany Hall aldermen and asks The New-York Tribune for clarification.
A reader lauds Senator John F. Dryden for a strong speech on trusts as reported in The Tribune. The correspondent endorses Dryden as a principled, conviction driven leader with steadfast stamina.
The piece defends Mr. Canfield, portraying his seizure of property as benevolent. It accuses District Attorney Jerome of misjudging his motives and critiques Tammany Hall for alleged political corruption and misapplied charity. The author recalls Canfield’s visit to East Side saloons and his plan for a new club and games for the poor.
At the Hotel de Ville Paris Edouard Détaille under Prefect Lépine hosts two hundred signs in bright color and varied materials. The show features witty and historical signs by Willette Mercier Cléret and others, praising street art and predicting an annual fixture inspiring shopkeepers to hire artists.
A doctored quote describes the largest contract he ever took to treat two fat men in a dime museum for a snake bite. One man weighed about five hundred pounds and was snatched from danger, illustrating a grim, sensational scene in a Chi cago Tribune narrative.
Putnam Bradlee Strong son of the late ex mayor William L Strong and May Yohe former wife of Lord Francis Hope arrived on the Cunard liner Umbria posing as Mr and Mrs P B Strong. They reportedly wed under Argentine law as May Yohe’s divorce became final. Crowds gathered on the pier as the couple departed for Hastings after baggage checks and Grand Central boarding.
The Central Federated Union plans a special three member committee to press the Railroad Committee of the Board of Aldermen to oppose the tunnel franchise unless labor clauses are included. Delegates cite support for labor protections and question backing from local leaders.
Health officials announce the Manhattan Railway will burn only anthracite hard coal starting today. President Lederle says the city can obtain all needed anthracite and soft coal use will be prosecuted. Coal shortages loom as dealers warn of scarce supply and smaller lot restrictions. A separate report from the Central Federated Union details $26, you're missing digits.
The weather report details a deep cold wave across the western upper lake region and valleys with extreme lows in Williston North Dakota. It notes rains and snows over several states, incoming winds, and forecasts colder conditions through Tuesday. Local notices list obituaries and funeral services for multiple individuals across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and adjacent areas.
Arizona advocates led by Samuel Crane urge Congress to admit Arizona as a state, citing population growth and financial health while arguing against fear of Senate representation. Separately, Lima officials report American capital-backed plans to build a Lambayeque to Amazon navigable rail line spanning the Andes, promising continental trade and regional development.
The Cunard Line steamship Umbria arriving yesterday faced gales and head seas. Among passengers was Mrs John Dillon who joined her husband, Mr Dillon, who had become ill in Chicago and traveled to meet her at the Hoffman House. He expected a recovery in a few days.
The Ward Line steamer Monterey arriving yesterday from Mexico and Havana was struck by a severe gale off the Delaware capes. A high pressure cylinder head on the starboard engine broke, leaving the ship disabled until it could dock under the remaining engine.
Hackensack reports that Colonel Sheffield Phelps remains seriously ill as of today with the bad symptoms returning. Ex Senator William M Johnson received a report from Aiken South Carolina noting no improvement and a more unsettled outlook. Walter Phelps, his son, is recovering.
Ridgway Pennsylvania December 7 The Eagle Valley Tannery was destroyed early this morning by a fire caused by an explosion of natural gas in the engine room. The loss to the building is pegged at 75000 with leather and hides valued from 200000 to 250000. Insurance coverage is said to be substantial. The tannery lies in Elk Tanning Company’s district aligned with United States Leather Company.
Bath N Y Dec 7 The board of trustees meets tomorrow to select a commandant to replace Colonel Andrew Davidson, deceased. Fourteen Civil War veterans from across the state are among the candidates for the post.
Passengers aboard the steam ship Umbria arriving yesterday from Liverpool include W. J. De Bloquiere L. P. B. MacNamara Mrs John Dillon c A P Talbot Captain J C Gardner British Consul at Boston Dr Hugh A Grant and Mr and Mrs P B Strong.
The notice details DAILY and SUNDAY subscription prices for the Tribune and weekly farm editions, plus rates for Cuba, Porto Rico, Hawaii, the Philippines, and European post via various offices. It lists post offices in New York, Broadway, Nassau Street, and overseas agents, and outlines Transatlantic and Pacific mail deadlines and special handling for Europe, the Caribbean, and distant colonies.
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