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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1905
Page
7
A crowd noted the subway air quality as Dr Darlington and engineer G G Grienst discussed ventilation. Gr iest explained that the key is circulation with bottom intake and top exhaust, recommending fans and wider tunnels.
Special to The Daily News reports a tragic accident near Iona as Benjamin Rork his wife his brother Thomas and his sister in law became violently ill after Elise Rork used two spoonfuls of arsenic thinking it was baking powder in a strawberry shortcake. Mrs Rork fainted and the others writhed in agony begging for help as Dr Smith from Maley attended through the night hoping to save them.
The executive committee of Philadelphia’s Committee of Seventy issued its declaration of principles for the coming local campaign. It calls for honest officials, enforcement of election laws, personal registration, repeal of Bullitt bill amendments, and depoliticized city departments with fair contracts and transparent operation. It urges citizens to organize under the City Party platform for a square deal and honest governance.
On Long Island near Babylon four men were fined 2 each for speeding after pleading guilty at Justice Cooper's arraignment. Edward J. Schnuck and John Mason of Brooklyn, Vanderpool and Hf Wood of New York faced fines. New Torcey pleaded not guilty and demanded a jury trial set for next Saturday.
St Peter’s Roman Catholic Church in Bar st reopened after six months of renovations. Archbishop Farley consecrated the main altar and praised Monsignor McJean. Bishop Cusack assisted with a large clergy, and crowds filled the streets before and after the ceremony. New Carrara marble altars and interior redecorations were funded by gifts from the late Edward Smith’s four children.
Jimmy Hope, once famed safe breaker and known as a gentleman among friends, was buried yesterday from his Columbus Avenue flat with a simple service at home and graveside. Attendees included Senator Timothy D Sullivan and others. Pat Sheedy led funeral arrangements. A friend said Hope was not a bad man and that his help for friends showed his true character.
The hotel chaplain Rev. Henry Marsh Warren led his final season service at Murray Hill Hotel last night drawing about 150 attendees. He wore his black satin and velvet gown with four musicians aiding. Mrs. Joseph F. Knapp spoke, and Arthur Griffth Hughes sang Open the Gates. Warren plans western city visits this summer and will return with plans for autumn work.
In Atlantic City on June 4 Rev C D Linkinson of Christ Church preached against Dr Osler’s theory that people should be chloroformed after age sixty. He gathered elderly congregants by car to the Chelsea church and cited Abraham Moses Gladstone and others who lived past sixty to argue the theory false.
Father Alexander P Doyle rector of the Apostolic Mission House in Washington yesterday received a 1000 check from Dongan Council Knights of Columbus New York Chapter commemorating his twenty fifth ordination anniversary. The gift will fund a mission fund to prepare Bethlehem for southern work and redecorating plans for St Thomas Church were announced by Rev Dr Stires with doorways and a temporary halt for painting noted.
Rutherford B. Curry of Palmyra New Jersey died at his Pear Street home from fear of hydrophobia seven weeks after a dog bite. He was treated without capture of the dog and later developed numbness, chest and stomach constriction, and trouble swallowing before dying on Saturday. Doctors later called the illness pseudo rabies.
Allaire New Jersey, once a thriving iron town and shipbuilding link, will lose its post office as no candidate steps forward. Postmaster Height resigns after a meager salary last year. Mail now routed through Allenwood two miles away.
Albert Jones William Stevens and Thomas Buckley alias Charles Burns broke from Morris County Jail, fled through Morristown streets, tore through an airhole, and vanished into Showgum Mountains. Stevens captured after an hour by John ledge. others believed to be hiding. Previous escape attempt noted.
Emil Schroeder Jr seven-year-old son of Emil Schroeder of No 6 East West Street was blinded in both eyes when a prank with a toy exploding frog went wrong. Children found a frog and stuffed it with small shells from a laborer’s bag causing a blast that scattered the frog and left Emil injured.
The new summer models of our imported Lillian Corsets showcase graceful outlines and superior beauty. Prices range from 3.50 to 12, with sizes for short, medium, tall figures, all in fine French coutil and batiste. Expert fitters on second floor, Tenth street.
Wanamaker's June Linen Sale showcases substantial savings on pure linen and damask household linens. Bleached and Irish damask tablecloths, napkins, towels, and lawn sets are offered at reduced prices, with yardage and sizes specified, aimed at hotels and households seeking value.
Exquisitely decorated Royal Vienna plates offered at reduced prices for June weddings. Sold as brand new from artists, previously $22.50 to $26, now $15 each. Some head decorations and Sevres plates also on sale, with limited quantities and lower prices. Located at Art Wares Salon, Basement.
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