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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1905
Page
8
William Snyder, a Central Park Menagerie keeper, faced a fierce encounter with the alligator nicknamed Lanky Bob. Entering the tank armed with a pike, he shooed younger reptiles, engaged the large animal from behind, and narrowly escaped a crushing bite before subduing it. A torn strip of Snyder’s trousers served as a momento.
Albany June 7 The Assembly Judiciary Committee debated how to present charges against Justice Warren B Hooker for a special session but made no final decision. Chairman Fish said Senate members would be invited to meet next Wednesday at the Hotel Cadillac New York to settle the matter likely within a day as the process is largely formal.
Albany June 7 Governor Huggins's secretary said no word reached his office that James R. Sheffield of New York would not take the State Commission of Gas and Electricity post. Sheffield, appointed by Governor Higgins, may decline and ask withdrawal. Politicians expect Sleicher and Lederer to serve if he steps down, with Water Commission ties noted.
Danforth E. Ainsworth of Sandy Creek Oswego County is appointed deputy attorney general at a $4000 annual salary. Ainsworth previously served as deputy superintendent of public instruction under Superintendent Skinner and was a noted Republican leader and public speaker.
Ex-Governor Odell will reach the city Saturday aboard the St. Louis. He plans to discuss an possible extra legislative session and a municipal campaign with local leaders. Republican leaders urged Judge Hooker to resign to avoid an extra session, but he declined. Odell may press Hooker to resign and map a systematic canvass after his arrival.
Charleston June 7 Republican headquarters report Thomas B. Davis Democrat leads James Lakin Republican by about 1,700 votes in the 24th District. Davis is brother of Henry G. Davis, recent vice presidential candidate. Also lists various bankruptcy petitions and judgments across multiple entities and dates.
Columbia University proposes a faculty of fine arts to be formed alongside existing architecture and music, through collaboration with the National Academy of Design. The plan envisions a shared building on Morningside Heights, with professorships housed by the academy, and aims to elevate art education while preserving each institution’s independence.
James R. Sheffield, named by Governor Higgins to the State Commission of Law and Electricity, likely will decline the nomination. He plans to consult Governor Higgins before deciding, saying he cannot yet map out his mind until the talk occurs.
Fifteen of twenty four managers charged with criminal conspiracy to bar James Metcalfe from theatres owned by the Theatrical Managers Association posted 500 bail each in West Side Court for trial later in the Court of Special Sessions. Nine remain, two abroad, others to surrender, with writs to test in Supreme Court and appeals to Court of Appeals. Oscar Hammerstein posted four bonds with bondsman Frank McKee, remarking I am both bondsman and criminal, as spectators gathered in a nonchalant mood.
A chaotic rush hour crush on the Brooklyn Bridge at the Manhattan terminal left three men bruised and many more clothing torn. Dr. Hale of Hudson Street Hospital treated the injured before they went home. From 4 to 6:30 pm no Smith Street cars crossed, causing a surge as cars resumed and passengers scrambled for seats.
The weather outlook promises a fine day as Brooklyn’s annual parade unfolds. About 199,000 scholars from 270 Sunday schools join in across Williamsburg and Greenpoint, with 25,000 children marching in Bedford Avenue. Mayor McClellan and Magistrate Higgindothan review divisions. clergy host guests at Hanover Club.
James McCreery & Co offers Corsets with fine batiste and lace finishes. Models include Dip hip and high bust designs with front and side supporters. Pink or blue satin options priced around 1.45 to 2.60 yds. Brodie Corset features Greenland whalebone and varied fabrics from 3.00 to 12.00 per pair. Twenty third Street.
Macy and Co advertises low prices with summer home delivery and mail order services. The ad highlights Macy store departments including groceries and a new depositors account with monthly statements and interest on balances.
An undated ad lists numerous items with sale prices including Virgin French Olive Oil Leon Marceni brand 1% pint 22c or $2.51 dozen, Cream Powders 12c per package, Rock Salt Turks Brand bag 49, Red Star Fruit Syrups in multiple flavors 38c quart sale, Lily White Grape Juice pint 12c and other pack prices, Lime Juice quart 31c, Sparkling Champagne bottles 2.98 a dozen pint bottles.
A compact classified page lists numerous help wanted and situations wanted items. Applicants include a young married man as a banker or fitter with good references, a German speaker seeking business work, a horse trainer, janitors, painters, machinists, and a ready-for-work porter. Also listed are secretaries, stenographers, and real estate managers with bonds or references. several young men offer mechanical drawing and banking experience.
A garbled late 19th century classifies numerous domestic service notices. It lists attendants, coachmen, gardeners, valets, companions, and related roles with brief traits, locations in New York, references, and emphasis on honesty, sobriety, and reliability. Names include J. Lahey, Edward, William, Kenneth, and others. positions range from coachman to gardener and companion. various listings promise good references and city or country placements.
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