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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1905
Page
25
Fragmentary OCR text shows advertising and notices with scattered names and dates. It references printed material, linen, and a Tribune style page, with no clear event or individuals clearly identified. The content is disjointed and lacks a coherent news item or outcome.
The official Russell reply to Prest font financesvelt's suggestion is awaited for printing in the Odlictel Messenger. Japan's decision on the place of the preliminary meeting is expected within two days. The Emperor has approved a national assembly with advisory power, elections set for summer, and the body will meet in September. Reports from Vindivestok note Russian officials' ignorance of plans and lack of preparation. Domestic items include the American ambassador’s notice of Good Will offer, and the Pennsylvania Railroad setting a speed record. Weather figures list temperatures and forecasts for today.
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A fragmented analysis surveys responses to government ownership questions, noting that some favor reforms on rail regulation while others warn against shifts toward public control. It discusses Parker and Roosevelt era rhetoric, private property, and the role of government in transportation amid a stirring political landscape.
The piece argues that federal control would transform institutions and centralize power unseen before. It questions splitting railroad management between states and the nation, warns of federal overreach, and contends government ownership could redefine the Constitution and trigger a civil war level crisis. It asks whether the Democracy or private owners will address this looming issue.
The article argues that both Russia and Japan must send plenipotentiaries to negotiate in good faith for a lasting peace. It recalls past interactions, stresses equal standing for envoys, and warns against reliance on St Petersburg for every detail, urging independent talks to avoid war and secure a credible settlement.
The piece reviews likely peace terms after the war and recalls October 1968 proposals. It outlines Japan’s irreducible minimum including recognition of independence of Qing and Korean realms, a neutral demilitarized zone near the Manchurian boundary, and limits on troop movements. It notes Japan’s demand for recognition of influence in Korea and noninterference with Russian interests, while seeking military and economic access.
The article argues that after Russia’s expulsion from Manchuria the main dispute may be resolved, with Japan insisting on security principles. It notes Russia’s resistance to guarantees and repairs but expects peace terms to hinge on territorial integrity, indemnities, and naval limits.
A massive water main burst on Park Avenue causing hours of subway disruption and exposing severe mismanagement in the Department of Water Supply, Gas and Electricity. Police and Interborough officials warned Oakley repeatedly with little effect. Questions arise whether the breach stemmed from faulty workmanship, defective plans, or other causes before further contracts are let.
A discussion traces changing views on lightning rods from near universal acceptance to skepticism, then back to emphasis on proper installation. British findings and a 19th century factory incident in Germany illustrate that rod design and grounding, not the concept, determine effectiveness.
A historical report analyzes lightning rod effectiveness and practical deployment. It discusses distinguishing direct ground strikes from transitive cloud discharges, potential immunity limits, and the cost of complete shielding. Copper versus iron conductors are weighed, with a preference for iron to maximize resistance. The report endorses straight rods, adds two-rod chimney protections, and aligns with 1582 policy while noting room for improvement.
Mention of Commissioner Oakley and rest plans for Crain parallels in tenement and police work disputes. Partridge and McAdoo agree on a captain who had a patrolman repainting a house for public service, with dismissal procedure debates. Also references to Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company uniforms, subway watertight compartments, and postwar city events in Philadelphia and Baltimore Harbor.
A garbled mix of items references Father Negalinguet and Italian fluency, fashion critiques from Indianapolis News and Manchester Guardian, a naturalist anecdote, a deadpan Georgia or Atlanta Coast locality, lighthouse keeper history, and social musings on attire. The piece blends whimsical prose with stray facts about period dress, a curious note from M- to Tim, and a humorous sea-lighthouse memory.
Washington notes show President Roosevelt delaying homing to Oyster Bay for a week of engagements including a petition for immigration law revision. Social columns list Willig Gooday Law and guests at Newport, Harvard officials, and European visitors, with Taft and Secretary Hay amid travel to West Point and New York assignments as Bonaparte prepares to take naval post.
Mrs. Elliott Shepard returns from Biltmore with the Vanderbilts. Ernesto and Mrs. Fabbri sail to New York then Bar Harbor for summer. Mrs. W. K. Vanderbilt arrives from Europe and stays with Mrs. Stephen Olin. Vanderbilt party to visit Paris, Hamburg, St Moritz and a coast cruise. the Goulds tour Europe by car. Various society figures prepare travels to Bar Harbor, Europe, Norway, and summer estates.
A quirky collection of town anecdotes features a boy named Tormey learning words, a driver and wagon delivering papers, and a humorous urband drift with birds and misheard phrases. Local characters include a talkative father, a generous butcher, and a postmaster recalling names while neighbors share playful scenes and small mishaps along Main Street.
Nahant Massachusetts July 2 19 Grace Dabney daughter of Alfred Dabney of Boston married Robert C Wrenn former tennis champion and New York Ragunt Tut member The ceremony was led by Bishop Willers Tawreee with bride's father giving away and maid of honor Yoms Saltonstall and Purbes attending The celebration followed at Kesitone Auttom See and Worcester fund drive news notes Mr Fairbanks sent a contribution to the National Memorial Fund in Worcester For the event several local clubs and society figures are named including Stew G 1 Those present included Irvin Albert Fish Willem Lastest and Chestes Sead The Worcester report adds a separate note on a May fund contribution by Charles M Thayer assistant treasurer of the Mone Memorial Fund delegate to the Worcester event
In New Haven a special meeting of the Yale University Corporation announced the resignation of Rev. De T. Murcer as president of the corporation. The body named new officers and announced plans to fund additions to the university library and infirmary. Notable appointees include Walter Araa and Walter SE anon, with Weeks, John George, and Hall also listed among faculty or staff.
A singer unable to attend rehearsal performed over the telephone for conductor John Strert Merheller Episcopal Church. The caller provided a shaky account of the event noting the Sunday service planned and the unusual method used. The performance differed from a live session but offered a musical interlude amid ongoing church activities and the conductor’s schedule.
Philadelphia report notes a gift of fifty thousand dollars to Swarthmore College. Dr Josey Swale, president, names Clothier as a key donor and class member from 1919. The announcement frames the gift as a milestone in ongoing support and campus development.
Transatlantic travellers report on voyages and passages aboard the Kaiser while navigation, weather, and schedule details appear in brief items. Names and ship terms surface amid fragmented notes about events at sea and crossings on the liner route.
A garbled OCR item mentions individuals Ken Pratt and Roy, with fragmented phrases about a seek oped and Centervisie trading. The readable elements hint at a local interest piece or opinion note, naming figures and places but lacking coherent context or dates.
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