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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1902
Page
10
A Roswell New Mexico Chamber of Commerce apple gift to Congress urges support for irrigation progress and statehood. The note highlights five hundred artesian wells and a growing fruit industry as lawmakers discuss water, land, and regional development.
The National Anti-Saloon League adopts an address accusing high army officials of pursuing an anti-canteen policy and pledges to oppose any repeal of the law until a full trial. It cites inspector general reports on drink habits among soldiers and notes Congress funded posts for recreation while canteen profits persisted.
The 1902 treaty publicized in Washington outlines reciprocal fishing privileges for U S vessels in Newfoundland waters and duty free imports of many Newfoundland products. It specifies certificates of origin, phased duties from Article IV, and a five year term with renewal conditions signed by John Hay and Michael Herbert.
The draft clause argues it will limit cheap labor and hinder railroad and public works while hurting immigrant transport profits. It requires admitted immigrants to read twenty to twenty five words from the constitution in their chosen language. Prospects for quick passage of the bill are seen as favorable.
The executive committee examined janitor Robert Elliott's November coal theft claim at Public School No 182 in the Bronx. A stricter penalty up to dismissal was discussed while plans for eight nine story schools and Sunday concerts drew opposition and support from various officials.
Wall Street reports extensive Erie Railroad terminal improvements near Jersey City. An open air line over the hill may replace the tunnel to ease rush hour delays, with a deep cut and steel approaches required. Bond issuance of up to 20 million dollars is anticipated, though the Erie management firm did not confirm.
Washington dispatch lists numerous army and navy postings. Officers including Captain Frank H. Lawton and Major Walter L. Finley receive new assignments while others report to Fort Reno Fort Monroe Fort Sam Houston and Pensacola Navy Yard. Several resignations and detachments are noted with ships and barracks named.
The Metropolitan Magazine Company of New York City with a $100,000 capital lists directors John Kendrick Bangs H E Bowen W S Young A J Ronaghan and L W Brougham. The Morning Telegraph Company of New York City also shows a $100,000 capital with directors W H Turner H E Bowen R O Carlin H P Molloy and C O Young. It was reported last week that The Morning Telegraph and The Metropolitan Magazine were acquired by Colonel George Harvey who would reorganize them and Bangs was to be the new editor of The Metropolitan Magazine.
Ex county clerk Henry D Purroy of New York City and Saratoga Springs escaped death when his sleigh was struck by a speeding trolley on the Hudson Valley Railway at Hamilton and West Circular streets. He flew about twenty feet, suffered severe bruises and cuts, and was taken to his Regent Street cottage. His coachman also sustained injuries.
The Vermont House passed a bill abolishing capital punishment but adds an amendment by Rev. Father O'Sullivan allowing death for crimes where a woman or female child is assaulted before murder. The Senate also passed a rail pass ban for judges, state’s attorneys, and legislators.
Senator Lodge expressed gratification that the Senate retained the redrafted educational clause of the immigration bill. He argued the educational test will largely exclude illiterate immigrants, keep living standards high, and prevent cheap labor from flooding the market, despite strong opposition to the policy.
A Brooklyn paper claimed President Roosevelt would name Mayor Low ambassador to France at term end. Low read the report and said he knew nothing about it, noting he is very busy. The item also suggested Controller Grout might win a fusion mayoral nomination opposed to Tam‑many, with various figures named for possible candidacies.
Colonel George W. Dunn chaired talks with Senators Raines Wilcox and Elsberg at the Fifth Avenue Hotel. Elsberg seeks the Senate Cities chair but White may get the post. Platt remains in Washington pending Friday arrival. Odell visits postponed.
Robert Hunter headworker of University Settlement in Rivington street fainted after delivering an address at the Pro Cathedral. He was revived and removed to the University Settlement. Bishop Potter reviewed the year’s work, noting increased church attendance and urging continued benefactor support. The gathering highlighted East Side needs and the role of settlement workers in social and religious outreach.
New Haven Dec 10 Special Complete plans for two Sheffield Scientific School buildings were released by Director Russell H. Chittenden. Vanderbilt Hall funded by Frederick W. Vanderbilt will be built on Wall Street to College Street and Temple Street with an inner campus courtyard and granite limestone Gothic design. Kirtland Hall will front Hillhouse Avenue for mineralogy physics geology and physiography labs. Demolition of old Walist houses for Vanderbilt Hall starts immediately and both buildings are to be finished by June 14.
Charles B. Peet, president of the National Mutual Building and Loan Association and vice president of United States Casualty Company of New York, a Rogers Peet founder, was found dead in his bed in Plainfield New Jersey on December 10.
Mr. Peet died of heart disease at his home 1 016 Putnam avenue this morning. He was found in his sleep by his housekeeper after knocking failed to wake him. A widower with no children, he was sixty three and had lived here seven years. Survived by four brothers George J Peet Henry Peet and William Creighton Peet, all New York residents. He had not worked with Rogers Peet & Co for ten years and earlier sought health abroad. Funeral at Grace Church Friday at 4 p.m.
Contrary to a report, Philip J. Dwyer president of the Brooklyn Jockey Club has not been asked or consented to become president of the Metropolitan Jockey Club. William H. Reynolds said Dwyer is not a Metropolitan stockholder and no application for next season has been filed with the State Racing Commission.
Lord Derby defeated Boralma in Hartford last year and may clash with Major Delmar owned by A B McDonald of Albany. Delmar cut his season time from 2 15 to 2 0544 and is praised by trainer George Spear. McDonald claims Delmar rivals Lord Derby Fez and Smathers would back his horse to beat Delmar for sums from 5000 to 50000.
Racing at New Orleans and Ingleside. Cycling six day race at Madison Square Garden. Aetna et League meeting at Hotel Victoria. Basketball Columbia at National Athletic Club Brooklyn. Fencing Harvard class championship.
Early morning action eliminates the French Darragon Breton duo as injury and conflict sap their strength. Bedell sprint shocks rivals, with McFarland leading pursuit as six teams vie for first. Frantic crowd, bets, and side shows color the chaotic track scene amid fading pace and persistent rain of miles.
The National League reports a request for talks with Ban Johnson to settle the so called baseball war while debating a league president and abolishing the executive committee. The NL also adopted its 1904 schedule detailing games across Boston Brooklyn New York Philadelphia Pittsburg Chicago Cincinnati St Louis and other venues with dates scattered through April to October.
Ban Johnson of the American Baseball League spoke at the Criterion about league plans. He says the league has bought grounds in New York with up to 850000 backing, may demolish buildings, and will open the season with the New York Americans in Boston on Patriots Day April 19. He expects to announce the exact site within two weeks.
Bristol December 10 reports detail Tobin bronze shipments for the Defender. Eighteen cases, each about five hundred pounds, are moved to Herreshoff works for shaping and fastening to frames. More carloads expected as Ansonia Factory rushes work. Durability and finish praised by Nate Herreshoff. keel plate fitting and mast step forging progressing along with deck fittings.
J Beaver Webb designs a two masted auxiliary yacht for Lloyd Phoenix who sold the Intrepid to Henry R. Wolcott of the New York Yacht Club. The new Intrepid measures 127 feet on the water line with 28 feet beam and 12.5 feet draft, five feet longer than the current hull. Other items include Fortuna fitted for a Southern cruise, a 40-foot cruising knockabout for Frederick P. Sands, and a planned duplicate Meteor for A E. Bostwick. Captain Howard Patterson to lecture on The Mariner's Chart at Seawanhaka Corinthian YC. New yacht designs by A Cary Smith and Barbey. Sold yachts include Wayfarer to Edward L. Ryerson, Scimitar to D R Dunlap, and Genevieve to Leonard D. Richards.
Columbia schedules its first two year gap dual meet with Princeton in New York on May 16. The Columbia Pennsylvania meet is set for Franklin Field Philadelphia on May 23. A February 28 indoor event at the 2d Regiment Armory is open to amateurs with college contests. A April 3 relay match in Philadelphia includes Harvard Yale Princeton Cornell and Pennsylvania. The season ends with the intercollegiate games in New York on May 3.
A professional football tournament will be held at Madison Square Garden on December 29, December 31, and January 2 evenings. Contesting teams include Orange Athletic Club All Syracuse All Philadelphia Knickerbocker Field Club and the New York Football Association. Games use nearly regulation field size with twenty minute halves and two matches per evening.
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