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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1908
Page
7
Mayor McClellan heard testimony from clergy and crime prevention advocates about alleged indecency and safety violations in local showhouses. Witnesses cited exits to unsafe ends, with licenses potentially revoked for 15 to 20 venues citing law violations and corrupting youth, amid strong calls for tighter regulation.
A report shows twenty five moving picture venues had exits leading into saloons air shafts and between walls. Each violation prompted closures by mayoral order pending alterations. Ex Assemblyman Cyrus W Gale and others spoke in favor of the shows as counsel prepare briefs. the Mayor denied another hearing.
A Bronx borough president libel suit against The Press Publishing Company yielded a sealed verdict for $1 in favor of Haffen. Motions on the case were to be heard by Judge Dugro. The action stems from a March 28 1908 article in The Evening World describing investigative proceedings into Haffen’s office and a quoted remark by Commissioner of Accounts Mitchel.
March investigation by Commissioners of Accounts charged incompetence extravagance and wastefulness against Mr Haffen. Mayor McClellan sent charges to Governor Hughes who notified Haffen to appear in Albany December 1 to answer. Haffen denied the charges as conclusions not facts and claimed bias by a Civic League faction in The Bronx.
The Jenkins family fights to regain control of Willamsburg First National Bank. President Joseph Huber and directors say they hold a majority and expect re election of current officers as stockholders meet early next year. Mortgages totaling 250 000 are due in June and Jenkinses must vote proxies or buy more shares to influence outcomes.
On the Red Star liner Kroonland returning from Antwerp two steerage women clashed over a seat. Lydia Bussuyak allegedly stabbed Maria Zastrosue on her hand as the ship pitched in heavy seas. The knife wielder was detained at Ellis Island awaiting a board of special inquiry hearing and possible deportation.
Telegraphic notes report Carl G. Fisher and George L. Bumbaugh planning a transatlantic balloon flight with twenty supply bags. A boat would serve as the basket, and gas from the bags could feed the main balloon.
Cab drivers strike committee rejects the Livery Stable Keepers Association plan. Open shop opposed, closed shop demanded, with Liberty Dawn Association backing strikers. News notes police actions, a Workhouse sentence for George Siegel, and lingering turmoil in Manhattan’s cab trade.
William Russell and seven other Night Rider defendants face murder charges in Rankin case. Russell drew a revolver in court prompting removal while witnesses testified of threats and promises of pardons. Defense aims to prove alibis as the state argues killings tied to the gang.
Governor Hughes announced he will appoint Justice Joseph A. Burr of Brooklyn to the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court for the 24th Department for five years starting January 1, 1909. He will succeed Justice Warren B. Hooker of Freidon, whose term ends December 31. The governor said the appointment should come from 24th Department justices and not a non resident.
Syracuse December meeting of Republican leaders including Woodruff Sherman Kiley Arnold Hendricks White Smith Driscoll and O Malley discussed patronage. A tentative agreement awarded the Deputy Attorney General for the Court of Claims post to Charles R Milford at Skaneateles for 4000 yearly pay. Another session planned with State Engineer elect Williams to discuss patronage of that office.
Albany reports Allan Robinson of the Association to Prevent Corrupt Practices at Elections clarifies the group does not imply bribery in the proceedings against Republican Kings County, United Colored Democracy New York, or Democrats of Chemung Putnam. He says the actions test compliance with publicity laws and warns more cases may follow. Thomas B Dunn, Rochester, state treasurer-elect, files a $50 000 bond with the State Controller and plans to take the oath soon.
The advertisement announces Theodore B Starr as the sole agent representing the works of sculptor Frederick MacMonnies. It notes exclusive rights to sell or distribute creations and directs interested buyers to contact Starr for inquiries and acquisitions.
The Marine Corps seeks a fifty acre site on Long Island to build barracks officers quarters and support facilities at a cost around 500000. Brooklyn navy yard will house a running guard of about one hundred marines while the new station handles drills and duties with multi day shifts to keep personnel away from the yard. Exact location not disclosed to avoid price hikes and broker pressure.
Washington December 23 reports orders in the Army to ship paymaster Major Delamere Skerrett to the Philippines and other staff changes including Captain Cole succeeding Lieutenant Clark at Fort Totten. Navy movements show arrivals at Cavité and Zamboanga and ships sailing from San Juan and Newport with Brutus ordered commissioned.
Officers, men, and civilian staff on Governor's Island plan a festive Christmas, with turkeys and greens bought from the New York market. The four companies of the 12th Infantry head to the Philippines, while decorations and generous passes mark the celebration. The General Hancock ferry brings holiday gifts, one misaddressed chicken causing minor confusion among Harris names. AYMCA post branch also hosts festivities and furloughs for visiting soldiers.
Lima reports the United States lightship flotilla reached Callao today after sailing from Valparaiso on December 16. The fleet will proceed to San Francisco tomorrow.
First Lieutenant William J. O Loughlin of the 13th United States Infantry at Fort Leavenworth Kansas was convicted by court martial of making false reports on military duties and sentenced to dismissal. The President commuted the sentence to six months confinement to post limits and a monthly fine of 60 dollars for the same period.
The Citizens Union announced it will compile and publish official alderman voting records on important bills. They argue voters know little of their aldermen and rely on declarations, urging scrutiny of representatives' actions to judge their worth.
The secretary to financier E H Harriman denied last night that Harriman’s health was serious, countering an afternoon statement to newspapers that suggested a critical condition. No further details were provided while inquiries continued.
The St Bartholomew's Men's Club was disbanded yesterday as leaders said it no longer served the founders' aim. Dr Leighton Parks rector cited a small, unruly minority causing disorder while most members were loyal. He hinted at reconstituting a better governed group later, with annual dues noted as about one dollar.
Justice Thomas of the Supreme Court ruled that William R. McGuire Charles J. Pflug and Frank H. Upson could not be jailed for contempt over failure to surrender the 6th Assembly District Democratic Club books. The defendants evaded the order claiming improper form, ending a squabble that had stalled McCarrenite activity.
Joseph I Berry Park Commissioner of The Bronx testifies as the first witness in a Bronx Park Department inquiry led by Commissioners Mitchel and Gallaher. He defends his lack of power over botanical and zoological societies and details park supervision, payrolls, and disciplinary authority while denying political motivation in terminations.
After twelve hours of deliberation the jury found Harvey Hazel a thirteen year old boy guilty of murder in the second degree for the death of his mother. The verdict ends a high profile case from Toledo filed under first degree charges with a life sentence potential.
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