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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1907
Page
7
Crowds endured a hot day as river conditions improved and the regatta set a four-oared race amid delays. Harvard and Yale crews finally appeared on Red Top float after long waits, with spectators reacting to postponements and a slow start.
Gales Ferry Conn June 27 At the Yale quarters the victorious eight dined then re elected Charles E Ide 08 of Syracuse captain for the coming year Ide 21 6 ft 1 in 181 lbs praised as one of Yale s best captains and credited with much of the Blue s success this afternoon Ide called the race the most exacting he ever faced and spoke of his faithful work and personality.
Yale and Harvard met in a highly watched Thames regatta delayed by wind and poor start. Spectators endured delays and a disorganized day, but as sun set the Yale crew edged Harvard in an eight-oared race amid festive steam yachts and illuminated observation trains.
After the race to Might John Richardson, No. 7 of the Harvard varsity eight, was elected captain for next season. He is a member of the class of 08 and lives in Chestnut Hill, Boston, Massachusetts.
At the Yale and Harvard clubs last night the mood was subdued as many members were away. Yale members who stayed were jubilant over Yale's victory while many Yale Club attendees remained out of town today awaiting tomorrow’s return.
Yale defeats Harvard by a nose in a grueling four mile race on the Thames at Red Top. Yale finishes 21 minutes 10 seconds to Harvard 21 minutes 13 seconds amid rough water and shifting tides.
A new travel route via The North Western Line to Lander Wyoming crosses the Wind River Reservation to Jackson Hole and Yellowstone Park. Wander parties with Wyoming guides offer camping and hunting through extensive elk antelope and bear country with premier fishing. Send for itineraries from R. M. Johnson General Agent 461 Broadway New York.
Yale's varsity crew battles Harvard to a narrow win after a tense stretch past the halfway mark. The coach lauds Harvard's creditable effort and notes Yale's lighter crew maintained pace with Harvard, who rode a strong finish under Captain Bacon’s crew with a new rower at No. 6.
Corporal Edward Ward and Private Joseph E Barrett report daily to Leo Stevens for aeronautics instruction. They will learn balloon pattern cutting, material selection, sewing, waterproofing, rigging, inflation and deflation, instruments, and balloon operation with ascents planned under Stevens supervision.
In Washington on June 27, George K. Holmes former associate statistician with the Agricultural Department faced extensive cross examination during a trial for conspiracy to defraud. He denied most charges asserting no improper foreknowledge or unofficial cotton reports and rejected authorship of letters linked to Peckham Van Riper Haas and Price.
James E. Parker of Erasmus Hall High School in Brooklyn built a wireless telegraph station at the school. The system connects with the De Forest company in Manhattan. A receiving pole and wires are atop the building and the equipment is in Professor E. R. Van Naerdorf's room. CC Gail Brith of De Forest sent greetings by aerograph on Wednesday.
Racket of yardage and suits advertised at discounted prices from $5.50 to $20.00. Bets on various fabrics include wool crash, fancy flannels, worsteds, and mohair novelties. Stores listed at Three Broadway, 842 258 Warren St, 13th St, 1260 32nd St near Union Square and City Hall.
The War Department moves to reorganize the Isthmian Canal Commission in Washington with Bishop reassigned to the isthmus. The auditing division is abolished and key duties shift to the engineer corps. Hodges to be ex officio chief of office, reporting to the on site chairman. Resignations by Rosas and Benson accompany the plan as Congress looms with anticipated political pressure.
In the 5th Assembly District Brooklyn Republicans organize a rival club led by ex Naval officer Robert A Sharkey. They meet State Chairman Woodruff who approves the revival plan. The movement may attract many Republicans and shift support away from Sharkey though leaders deny plans to depose him.
The State Board of Tax Commissioners certifies this year’s special franchise tax assessments at 546,092,992 dollars, up from 420,549,259 last year. New York City assessments rise by 75,275.70. upstate counties show widespread increases except Franklin. Malone waterworks sale reduces Malone’s assessment by 100,000 dollars. Telephone company assessments also rise over previous totals.
Albany June 27 Governor Hughes signed the supplementary recount bill of Senator Pace and the Assembly committee on Electricity Gas and Water Supply bill providing standards of pressure and quality of gas in second class cities.
Albany June 27 Attorney General Jackson attacks the State Racing Commission in a dispute over legal representation in the Empire City Trotting Club case. He declares the commission acted without authority in employing Welton C Percy and orders all papers be sent to his Albany office before any further steps are taken.
Washington reports the Colombia Panama treaty remains unfinished with final touches expected next autumn. Colombia has submitted a memorandum for consideration and both sides receive U S support to reach an amicable understanding. Panama may assume part of a 15 million dollar debt and recognize Panama as independent. Senior Don Enrique Cortes travels to Europe in July and resumes work in late September. A commercial treaty may follow the diplomatic accord. General and Mrs Carroll return from Europe to Tarrytown.
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