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New York Tribune

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1908

Page

17

County Republicans weigh governor endorsement after postal poll

John Henry Hammond of the 20th predicts President Parsons will declare public sentiment favors endorsing the Governor before the county committee meeting. He notes the district postal card canvass shows Hughes leading for president 599 to 319 over Taft, with Taft second choice 293 to 184 for Hughes and 350 for Root.

Parsons John Henry Hammond Lehmaier Republican County Committee Hughes Taft Root

Real Delegates Seen for Hughes After Taft Letter

James S Lehmster warned Parsons and urged 25 delegates pledged to Governor Hughes. Ex Senator Brackett, Brooklyn leaders Kracke and Eugenie Travis voiced support for a Hughes united delegation, arguing Taft’s letter strengthens Hughes in New York. The aim is a strong Hughes majority at the primary and convention.

James S. Lehmster Taft Parsons New York Hughes Chicago Brackett Merimeons Mr. Taft League Brooklyn F. J. H. Kracke Vth Picayune Eugenie M. Travis Postmaster Roberts Ith Parson Woodruff

Taft Delegates Elected in Oklahoma District

Guthrie Okla Jan 3 The Republican convention of the 4th Oklahoma District at Coal Gate yesterday endorsed Secretary Taft and elected two delegates to the national convention. These are the first Republican delegates elected thus far.

Guthrie Okla Oklahoma Coal Gate Taft

Supreme Court hears challenge to Bronson primary election

Columbus Ohio January 23 The Supreme Court heard arguments this afternoon in a suit testing the validity of the Bronson direct primary for delegates to the state convention. The suit was filed at the suggestion of Taft political headquarters. A decision was expected today.

Columbus Ohio Supreme Court Bronson Republican State Committee William H. Taft

Nevada police bill introduced in Senate

Cursor Nev January 3 reports a state police bill being introduced in the Senate and slated for a vote the next day. It is expected to pare the Senate but face House opposition, though final passage by the House is probable.

Senate House

Politicians See Unity in Hughes Camp Across State

Albany reports indicate Governor Hughes's position solidifies sentiment in his favor. Taft's letter and county voting trends push leaders to align with Hughes, though factional fights for party spoils loom. Hughes refrains from comment, accepts national speaking engagements, and keeps to official duties as campaigns shape up.

Tribune Albany Hughes Taft Parsons New York Kings Counties Barnes Woodruff State Committee New York State Boston New England Drygoods Men's Association Tremont’temple Brown University New England Republican Club Amen Corner Ohio Society Lincoln Union League of Brooklyn Washington Chicago Lincoln Club Hughes State League William Barnes, Jr

Hughes Men Meet in Queens Borough Rally

At a Queens Borough Hughes League meeting in the Queens Borough Real Estate Exchange Jamaica last night a full hall urged Governor Hughes as the Republican presidential nominee. Colonel William M. Griffith praised Hughes as a competent fearless governor who can carry New York and is not a mere Roosevelt tag.

Queens Borough Hughes League Queens Washington Street Jamaica Governor Hughes William M. Griffith Queens County Trust Company Black Hughes Griffith Roosevelt

Wyoming County Indorses Hughes for President Nomination

Warsaw New York January 23 Governor Charles E Hughes received Wyoming County Republican Committee backing at a committee meeting held yesterday regarding the forthcoming Presidential nomination contest.

Wyoming County Indorses Hughes Warsaw N. Y Charles E. Hughes

Tariff Reform Dispute Among Democrats Criticized by Bryan

Lincoln Neb Jan 23 The Tribune reports an forthcoming Bryan editorial attacking Democrats who push tariff reform above all else. The piece accuses some party members of ties to railroad interests and trusts and notes rank and file support for tariff reform alongside broader concerns beyond tariffs.

Telegraph the Tribune Lincoln Neb Bryan Democratic Party

Boost Club Shouts for Hughes at Fourth Annual Dinner

Governor Hughes wins strong support from Boost Club members at the Hotel Astor dinner last night with President Roosevelt urged as the future head of the ticket. Taft drew sparse cheers while Norman Hapgood and other speakers criticized the legal system and city governance.

Hughes Taft Hotel Astor Charles F. Moore Roosevelt Metz Hie Brooklyn Holy Cross Cemetery Canarsie Norman Hapgood Seth Low Charles 8. Whitman James E. Russell Hugh McC. Birckhead H. O. Hetstand Thomas Darlington Roy L. McCardell

Only One Man, Says Foraker, Will Continue Delegates Fight

Cincinnati, Can. Senator J B Foraker declared the Republican delegate contest would proceed despite reports that key supporters were deserting him. He cited former Lieutenant Governor Harding switching to Taft and said the call for primaries was illegal and burdensome. The fight will continue in districts unless the Supreme Court grants a fair state convention call.

Cincinnati Can J. B. Foraker Harding Taft Foraker Supreme Court

Staff to accompany Speaker at Ninth Regiment review

Albany Jan. 2 The Governor will send uniforms and gold braid with Speaker Wadsworth for the Assembly when he represents Governor Hughes at the review of the 9th Regiment N G NY in New York City. Adjutant General Nelson TH Henry tendered the staff services. General Henry Colonel Selden E Marvin Major Frederick P Moore and Captain W R Fearn will serve with the Speaker.

Albany Wadsworth Assembly Hughes 9Th Regiment New York City Nelson TH. Henry Henry Selden E. Marvin Frederick P. Moore W. R. Fearn

Fight on Leary Begun In Election Integrity Hearing

The Independence League sues State Superintendent William Leary over alleged impediments to arrest and voting fraud, with ex-Justice Clinch as referee. Testimony cites delays in arrests, Leary’s rebukes, and odd spending at a racetrack. Hearing resumes later with witnesses including Kelly and Silverman.

Independence League William Leary Clinch Hughes Max F. Thmsen Leary General Bingham Robert Allen Kelly Lenox Avenue Citizens Union Nathan Vidaver Vidaver Whitman Kelly Henry Zimmerman Park Avenue Crane No. Zimmerman West 42d Bill Mr. Leary Zimmerman Mr. Kelly Isaac Silverman 9Th Street Brooklyn Woodward Silverman Ahearn Board of Estimate

Mayor May Push Droege To Resign

Mayor McClellan cannot remove City Magistrate Droege but plans to ask for his resignation amid issues over payments for suppressing a news story. The usual path requires Appellate Division charges and a hearing, as seen in a prior Brooklyn case where Justice Fitzgerald was urged to resign before the Appellate Division acted.

McClellan Droege Justice Fitzgerald Court of Special Sessions Brooklyn Fitzgerald Appellate Division

Abolish Canal Appraisers Move Sparks Albany Debate

Senator Otto Foelker proposes two bills in the New York Legislature to abolish the three member Board of Canal Appraisers and replace it with an inspector appointed by the Superintendent of Public Works. The current appraisers include Harvey J. Donaldson, J. Edgar Learcraft, and George Bingham, all named by ex Governor Odell in 1903.

Tribune Albany Otto Foelker Kings County Board of Canal Appraisers Harvey J. Donaldson Ballston J. Edgar Learcraft New York George Bingham Lancaster Odell Donaldson Edgar T. Brackett Hughes Brackett Donladson Foelker Frederick C. Stevens

Shaw Mulls Future Plans After Treasury Post

Washington dispatch reports Leslie M. Shaw ex secretary of the treasury, in town with his daughters for a White House reception, saying his day is his own for the first time in decades. He dismisses rumors of political runs and reorganization schemes, noting many ideas swirl but none decided.

Tribune Bureau Washington Leslie M. Shaw the Treasury White House Carnegie Trust Company Treasury Department Iowa New York Bank of Commerce Kansas City Knickerbocker United States Mortgage Trust Windsor Empire Trust

Marchers Put to Rout in Unemployed Parade

Chicago police clashed with a socialist led group seeking a downtown march of the unemployed. Dr. Benjamin L. Reitman and two followers were arrested after defying police orders, with several clashes and clubs used. No serious injuries reported as crowds dispersed and another lakefront gathering formed.

Chicago Benjamin L. Reitman Reitman Shippy Lake Front Michigan Avenue Art Institute Adams Street Madison Street Madigan Street Schuettler State Street Jackson Boulevard Clark Street White Mooney Union League Club

Folk to begin campaign for Senate seat in February

Jefferson City Mo Jan 3 Governor Folk announced he would seek to unseat Senator Wadione and would open his campaign with a speech in the first week of February. Local officials and supporters anticipate a heated contest as Folk presses for change in Washington.

Jefferson City Folk W Dione Det Joseph

Unemployed Demonstration at State House in Boston

Several hundred unemployed led by Morrison L. Swift assembled at the Massachusetts State House. Sergeant at Arms Remington warned them to seek work at the State Free Employment Bureau or aid at the Chardon Street Home. Walter L. Sears said applications were insufficient. sixty-six men applied and the crowd dispersed.

Boston Morrison L. Swift State House Remington State Free Employment Bureau Chardon Street Swift Walter L. Sears

U O P Students Riot At University Dinner

Four hundred University of Pennsylvania freshmen clashed with sophomores at Kugler's restaurant during the annual dinner. Police reserves arrived, five students taken to hospital with serious injuries, four arrested for inciting riot. The fight damaged interior, chandeliers, and furnishings, with dozens hurt or shaken.

the Tribune Philadelphia University of Pennsylvania Kugler University Hospital Harry ( Musser Musser Express Kueler Robinson Pyle

Austrian Nobility Views Niagara On Vanderbilt Szechenyi Visit

Five members of the Szechenyi Vanderbilt bridal party toured Niagara Falls today. Count and Countess Denes Szechenyi, Count Stephen Szechenyi, Count Paul Esterhazy and Count Prezezdziecki joined carriage rides and a Canadian-side visit before returning to New York. Representatives from the Austro-Hungarian Embassy were expected at Miss Gladys Vanderbilt and Count Szechenyi wedding in New York, including Baron Hengelmuller and Baroness Hengelmuller among others. Ambassador Hengelmuller plans a Cuba trip in February for health reasons.

the Tribune Niagara Falls Szechenyi-Vanderbilt New York Beltine Denes Szechenyi Stephen Szechenyi Paul Esterhazy Prezezdziecki Washington Gladys Vanderbilt Count Szechenyi Baron Hengelmuller Hengelmuller Louis Ambrosy Moriz von Szent-Ivany Baron F. Presudhen von Und Zu Liebenstein Cuba

Third Day of the Hunt Sale Realizes Large Sum

Engravings etchings drawings and water colors from the late Mrs. A G Hunt fetched 4187 in three days at American Art Galleries. Prices ranged to 170 dollars for Palencia The Altar of the Visitation and 30 for Amiens Cathedral Interior with other notable pieces by Meder Hering Dowd Frogentin Haig Macbeth and Whistler.

A. G. Hunt Washington Thomas E. Kirby F. Meder Raphael Axel Haig Amiens D. Heller Palencia Schloss Zwirgenburg Neckar Max Williams Whistler Rotherhithe W. B. Dowd Eugene Fromentin

First Empire Furniture Sold at Fifth Avenue Galleries

First day sale of First Empire art furniture at Fifth Avenue Art Galleries No 546 Fifth Avenue realized 386990 dollars with bids from 250 to 50 American buyers secured most pieces from French government sales after the Commune. The sale featured French and English eighteenth century masters in art cabinets crystal and old French bronzes portraits by Wyant Moran Coffin Tyler Blakelock Tait and seventy paintings sold last night.

Fifth Avenue Wyant Martin Moran Coffin Tyler Blakelock Tait

Operation on former Miss Truax in Chicago

Mrs. Charles Stanley Albert formerly Miss Sarah Truax the actress underwent a successful appendectomy at Woman's Hospital in Chicago. The Alberts were married in the hospital yesterday. Doctors forecast a speedy recovery for Mrs Albert.

Chicago Charles Stanley Albert Sarah Truax Woman's Hospital Abert Albert

Blakeslee Vouches For Painting Portrait Questioned

Providence states Theron J. Blakeslee defends the Chatham portrait bought by General Rush Hawkins at Blakeslee Galleries New York as a genuine copy in the artist's best style and challenges any proof to the contrary in response to Charles Henry Hart of Philadelphia.

the Tribune Providence Charles Henry Hart Philadelphia Chatham Rush Hawkins Blakeslee Galleries New York Theron J. Blakeslee Fiat

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Nevada W. J. Bryan Boost Club THE Aeolian CO Hartford, Cr Yours Truly C. B. Whittelsey Aeolian Company Aghout Aeolian Ex- Justice MR. Shaw Stone Jacob Ruppert Knicker Ie Brewery Bocker Street Capitol Free Employment Bureau Niagara First Empire Blakeslee Vouches
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