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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1900
Page
2
An advertisement proclaims Carl H Schultz mineral waters made from pure distilled water, preferred to natural waters for uniform composition strong effervescence and freedom from bacteria.
Foreign dispatches describe the burning of the Peking legations, the death of Baron Von Ketteler, and Boxer attacks on June 13. Other notes include British actions in the Transvaal, Cuba’s elections, Gambia violence, and U S policy shifts. Domestic items mention Vice Presidency talks in Philadelphia, Manila-China troop plans, and a San Diego coaling station. Weather: rain and cooler. temperatures ranged up to 70 degrees.
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The piece argues Mr. Platt blocks Cornelius N Bliss’s vice presidency bid to preserve his corrupt New York machine. It notes Bliss’s past criticisms of Platt and predicts New York delegation loyalty and Philadelphia convention pressures, urging nonmachine voters to back a ticket without Platt’s grip.
The piece weighs Bliss against Platt for a possible nomination, noting Bliss's ties to Hanna and financial clout versus independent voters' suspicion of corporate wealth. It argues Bliss could unite Gold Democrats and reformers, while Platt's influence could hinder campaigning and risk resentment if nominated.
A European paper reports that mob violence in China has burned parts of Tien-Tsin and Peking, attacked foreign missions, and murdered the German minister. Legations may be destroyed, prompting calls for strong action and indemnity, with the United States urged to protect lives and property.
The Delaware Republican dispute at Philadelphia pits loyalty against treason as Addicks is accused of ten years of political mastery by purchasing influence. Opponents claim he would barter the state to Democrats, block capable Republicans, and even thwart a Senate appointment, urging refusal of his convention admission.
The Delaware Regulars refuse to compromise with Addicks, arguing harmony would betray party and state and lead to defeat. They warn the St Louis Convention risks disgrace and charges of treachery if it ousts them.
The German Emperor pushes to double the Imperial navy, arguing for sea power parity with the army and a strong mercantile fleet. Germany’s naval expansion, shipyards, and merchant marine growth challenge Britain and concern the United States, urging parallel growth in American commerce and industry alongside Germany’s example.
A Boston case highlights illegal building height exceeding a square’s limit and a push to legalize the breach. The Governor vetoed the exception. critics urge blocking any overrule and urge proper lawful process for exceptional cases.
The text argues that many laws including building, sanitary, street care, vehicle speed, and anti smoke rules are routinely violated by private greed. It emphasizes that speculators breaking law on a margin should face full penalties and not seek special exemptions. When punished, they must pay their debt of honor.
The piece argues New York's outward urban appearance has improved yet remains treeless and dull. It cites Japanese ivy and the Tree Planting Association as models for beautification, urges broader greenery behind homes, and advocates low-cost shading and yard transformations to brighten city life.
Mr. Platt surmises a boss is not highly honored nationally or in St. Admiral Deweys. He notes three facts: Dewey does not want to be President, the people do not want him for President, yet he has the country’s respect and gratitude. He declares himself happy, and the speaker says they rejoice.
The writer expects friendly rivalry and courteous acts between Yale and Harvard crews on the Thames, while warning against concealment and espionage seen in past years. A call is also made for New York Republicans to present worthy leadership at the National Convention to secure the state's thirty-six electoral votes.
William Lloyd Garrison denounces what he calls the litery fellers and distrust of true democracy in colleges. He questions who shall be saved and ponders if he is the lone righteous voice. He shifts from railing at the ignorant to attacking the educated, leaving him seemingly solitary.
The piece notes broad US prosperity and Argentina’s promising state, urges New Jersey to isolate tuberculosis, and previews the Philadelphia nominating Convention. It comments on public health efforts and the Tribune’s plans to cover the event extensively.
The article notes Republicans of the Nation preparing portraits for New York businessmen and delegates, highlighting the convention's personnel. It questions whether the Giants are at risk of falling further in the baseball standings.
Bishop Lenihan of Auckland completes return from Rome and Europe before first vacation in mission work. Louis N. Megargee leaves The Philadelphia Times after years of column work. Northwestern University may appoint Dr. Robert D. Sheppard as president. Massachusetts governors portraits assignments finalized by Governor Crane. Admiral Sir Edmund Fremantle praised for Africa campaigns and honors. Burr and Burton Seminary plans feature John Vance Cheney as poet with Edward Isham and Judge Loveland Munson delivering addresses.
A miscellany of humorous quips and brief items on public schools, theater plots, a declining Kansas newspaper, a poet at a laundry, Russian and other immigrant colonies in Canada, a strongman joke, an eagle trapped prize, shoe and poetry banter, Capt. Joseph Comstock’s Nome tale, a senator’s fatted calf gag, pearl health talk, milk of kindness quip, a wedding notice dispute, artificial pearl plans on the St Lawrence, and a birthday present bargain.
The week showed little town social activity with many houses closed but society abroad lively. Westbury hosted several events including a lightning fire at the Havemeyer barn, polo at the club, and many guests traveling to Newport Bar Harbor and Narragansett. Notables such as the Mackay and Vanderbilt families sailed for Europe, while weddings and galas continued at Riverside Drive and All Angels Church amid yacht club regattas and grand entertainments.
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