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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1916
Page
9
Advertisement notes a concert by Patrick Conway's concert band at The Mall at 4 o'clock with Central Park as the convenient reach, possibly a band concert or choral music or an orchestra recital.
A week after urging a compromise, Mayor asks Commissioners Adamson and Williams to settle disputes over a proposed combination pole system. Adamson backs separate fire alarm poles fearing delays. Williams supports the combined pole. The Board of Estimate leans toward Williams plan while the Mayor orders renewed talks.
Chief Justice Russell of the New York Court of Special Sessions attended the New Jersey State Bar Association dinner as guest of honor. Newark and Camden officials led the event with Edward Keasber, Walter Bacon, William Kraft, and Louis Stare among officers. Directors and judicial district reps were named. keynote speakers from Harvard Law School and state judges were listed.
Delaware pastor Rev. W. L. Pettingit of Wilmington seeks to revive outdoor worship by preaching from church steps on Sundays at 5, following public access and a crowd supporting the open air service. A Brooklyn incident reports a near-miss with a pedestrian struck by a car, later dying at Catherine’s Hospital. The New York Community Chorus plans a 2 PM sing in Central Park with rain backup at Witt Clinton High School auditorium.
The Democratic platform in St. Louis denounces foreign influence and pledges support for Woodrow Wilson's administration. It reaffirms tariff and currency reforms, calls for a strong navy and army, and urges unity against subversive groups while backing peaceful international cooperation.
The document asserts a Pan American accord between the United States and Western Hemisphere republics for independence and prosperity. It endorses friendly international relations, trade, and the Monroe Doctrine, and notes U S actions in Mexico to restore order, while warning intervention should be a last resort.
The text details support for a centralized budget process through a single committee, reaffirmation of Civil Service integrity in the Philippine Islands, endorsement of self-government measures and eventual independence for the Philippines, expansion of women's suffrage, and preservation of equal rights for all American citizens regardless of creed or nationality. It cites foreign policy aims for peace and justice, and ends with praise for President Woodrow Wilson, describing this as a pivotal historic hour.
The Democratic platform embraces Americanism and woman suffrage, adopted after tense sessions. Senator Walsh urged that President Wilson valued the suffrage plank, yet the convention supported it by a broad ballot. The platform also pledges social justice, labor measures, and broad tariff terms, while attacking German influence and the Hyde of anti hyphen activities. The campaign lines favor a shotgun platform focusing on labor votes and preparedness, with emphasis on keeping the United States out of war and defending Mexican policy. There is concern over suffrage activism and fundraising, as some business supporters shift to the Republican side helped by the Wilson campaign strategy.
The document urges development of U S foreign trade, removal of barriers, and support for a merchant marine bill. It backs living wages, an eight hour day, unemployment protection, equitable retirement, and child labor laws. It endorses a federal safety bureau, prison-made goods regulation, and expansion of employment services and agricultural training. It praises the Department of Labor’s role in resolving strikes through conciliation.
The passage asserts the Democratic Administration maintained U S honor dignity and interest while earning respect and friendship of nations. It appeals to voters to support future policies aimed at strengthening national life broadening vision and elevating international relations.
Exiled Nicaragua dictator General Zelaya arrived in New York from Spain and, after staying at the Hotel Aberdeen, hopes to return to his homeland and influence upcoming elections. He says he seeks no political role, only family and business matters, while hinting at possible relocation to Costa Rica if exile ends. He criticizes U S policy and discusses Spain, Mexico, and Central American affairs.
The American Tariff Reform League will endorse the 1916 Democratic platform and support Wilson and Marshall, stating the move is above politics and patriotic. Isaac Lawrence, president, announced the pledge as anti-protective tariff views persist in the Senate until 1918 elections. The group rallies behind Peace Prosperity and Preparedness.
Lena M Zipfel, a teacher at Public School 5 on First Avenue and 11th Street, sues Franklin and William Hansig, district superintendent and principal, claiming insanity caused her arrest. The case centers on mental state statements and subsequent hearings.
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