Amusements line up at city venues for Vaudeville and drama
The listings show a crowded program of vaudeville acts and plays at multiple theaters. Notable items include The Red Musical Almaambra The Man from Home The Devil A Gentleman from Mississippi The Golden Butterfly Marcelle The Man Who Stood Still The World and His Wife The World in Wax Jack Straw The Traveling Salesman The Mollusc and Mrs Peckham’s Caroure Vater und Sohn Love Watches via Wireless Mlle Mischief The Great Question The American Idea The Servant in the House The Fighting Hope three ice skating sessions and Paid it Full plus other acts through the evening.
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Academy OF Music
Stor—S
Mississippi
Blaney
Casino
Marcelle
Circle
Colonial
Samiron
Daly ’S
Edex Muser
Empire
Jack Straw
Gaiety
Garden Theatre
Garrick
Mrs. Peckham
Hanmerstein
Vaudeviille
Berald Squarhe
Hippoprome
Birdland
Pierre
the Plains Knickerbocker
Gottenders
Liberty
Wireless
Lyceum
Love Watches
LYRIC
Majestic
Mendelssohn Hall
NEW Amsterdam
New York
SAVOY
Stuyvesant
ST. Nicholas Rink
dGaily Weber
New York Dirily Tribe Staff and Ownership Details
The 1908 item lists Tribune Association as owner publisher with offices at Tribune Building Nassau Street New York. Ogden Mills serves as president and James M Barrett as secretary treasurer.
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New York
Dirily Tribe
The
Tribune Association
New York Corporation
Tribune Building
Nassau Street
New Pork
Ogden Mills
James M. Barrett
Wall Street News and World Events From May Evening
Foreign and domestic items report a Madrid proposal for arbitration after the Casablanca incident and Franco-German regrets. British and American naval movements, Balkan delays, Cuban funeral, Chilean eruption, Ecuadorian Congress violence, Wright honored in Paris, and early tariff expectations. Domestic notes include Bryan Taft messages, Republican gains, Roosevelt pursuit, Boston & Maine reelect, mine disaster near Benton, Zion City boom, and transit plans. Weather notes forecast warmer conditions today after a 41 degree high yesterday.
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France
Germany
Amoy
China
Oteggapo
Luzon
Balkan
Belgrade
Servia
Palma
Cuba
Santiago
Villarica
Chili
Quito
Wilbur Wright
Aeroplanist
Paris
The
Aero Club of France
Pomestic
Washington
Congress
William J. Bryan
William H. Taft
National House
North Carolina
Ethel Roosevelt
Genesee
N. Y
Bryan
Nebraska
Lucius Tuttle
Boston & Maine Railround Company
Boston
Benton
Ill
Chicago
Zion City
Alexander Dowie
Charles W. Morse
Alfred H. Curtis
National Bank of North America
Boller & Hodge
Professor Burr
Blackwell's Island Bridge
Edward Wasserman
Nathan Straus
Chamber of Commerce
Bellevue Hospital
Paul Krotel
McClellan
Northern Pacific Railroad
Lord Northcliffe
Pilgrim Society
Delmonico’s
Edward Gilmore
H. M. Whitney
Astoria
Taft in the South Wins and Political Shift Seen
Taft campaigned in Tennessee, North Carolina, and Virginia, signaling a shift in Southern politics. Virginia gains a House seat for Republicans, North Carolina reduces Democratic majority, and Richmond hosts a notable Republican campaign. Georgia shows free speech and party support, with Bourbon tolerance fading as Southerners vote their convictions, per The Atlanta Constitution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Taft
Tennessee
North Carolina
Virginia
South
Taft
House of Representatives
Washington
Richmond
Watson
Atlanta Constitution
Southern shift in politics and Taft’s appeal to independence
The article argues that Southern voters have broken from old Bourbon traditions and urges continued independence in political judgment. It praises the Constitution’s stance on free expression, calls for restoring democratic balance in the South, and suggests Taft would support honest self-expression and alignment with broader Union sentiment.
The Queensboro Bridge bungling report blows up plans
Engineering experts Boll er and Hodge report the Queensboro Bridge is overweight and requires removal of structural mass to be safe for traffic. They say the city’s changes worsened dead weight, reducing traffic capacity, and urge further weight reductions and restricted use to avoid danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Boiler & Hodge
Board of Estimate
Queensboro Bridge
Bridge Department
the Tribune
Messrs. Boller & Hodge
The
Tribune
Professor Burr
Queens
Messrs. Roler & Hodge
Growth of independent voting reshapes national and local politics
The piece notes rising independent voting across several states with Taft winning state and national tickets variably. It highlights city radicals like Denver judge Lindsey surpassing major candidates, and argues reform through stronger separation of municipal and national politics could improve governance.
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Ohio
Indiana
North Dakota
Minnesota
Taft
Missouri
New York State
Hughes
Illinois
Massachusetts
Connecticut
Bryan
Mr. Taft
New York City
Deneen
Ilinois
Chicago
Cook County
Judge Lindsey
Denver
Parties on their mettle and the electorate's judgement
The text argues that government is often poor when the ruling party expects easy victory. To win, a party must satisfy a discerning electorate that treats party loyalty as variable, prompting the party to nominate strong candidates and deliver solid administration.
Estrada Palma remembered as Cuban freedom’s steadfast figure
The death of Estrada Palma marks the passing of a revered Cuban leader. He inspired resistance to misgovernment and suffered for his nation, betrayed by friends, yet his legacy fuels Cuba’s pursuit of autonomy and a restored constitutional order.
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Estrada Palma
Cuba
Congress
United States
Bryan remarks after defeat not renouncing political life
The article describes Mr. Bryan's stunned reaction to his defeat, his praise of party leaders, and his claim that the platform will eventually be accepted. It notes his inability to explain the Republican victory and hints at a possible return to public life or influence through the Democratic state program in Nebraska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bryan
Mack
Bryan
Democratic Party
Nebraska
Lincoln
Senate
Syracuse Herald
Toughes
Taft
Hughes
Desertion in the Legion Triggers French German Dispute
A row over several German members of the French Foreign Legion who deserted leads to a deadlock between France and Germany. Berlin claims protection for German subjects, while Paris insists on arbitration limited to the deserters. Analysts warn the issue is being amplified to distract from other issues, but expect no peace threat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Germany
Morocco
Foreign Legion
Legion
Casablanca
Svaller Voting Districts Provoke Voter Frustration
A voter letter charges that last Tuesday's voting facilities were inadequate in Svaller. Voters stood in long lines for up to thirty minutes to access booths. The writer condemns Mayor McClellan for vetoing a division of crowded districts, noting the city budget rose by 26 million in two years to ease such issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McClellan
Aftermath of Election Day and District Controversy
The piece critiques districting tactics and voter turnout costs, argues for smaller districts of 350 to 400 voters, and questions campaign promises from Bryan Parker Chanler and Hughes. It notes the rain-soaked voting environment and analyzes city versus state results, concluding the cross currents among voters were evident without complex trading theories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bryan
Chanler
Mr. Hughes
Goats Clear Undergrowth. Owners Move Herds Near Lawrenceburg
Farmers near Lawrenceburg Indiana report a herd of forty goats efficiently clear underbrush over five years. Owners change as feed runs out and new farmers receive the goats for similar clearing work, a frugal plan highlighted by the goats’ steady labor and portable ownership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrenceburg
Ind
Hughes Victory Across Parties in New York Election
The Buffalo Commercial and other papers hail Governor Hughes's reelection as a victory welcomed across parties. Mothers and sisters aided his bid, and critics praise his duty and dignity. Analysts note defections to Taft, but conclude Hughes’s win reflects national good fortune and strong public support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Washington Post
Hughes
Philadelphia Record
New York
White House social notes include British envoy visit and Shadwell
Washington November 5 The British Ambassador presented to the President Dr Charles L Shadwell of Oriel College Oxford University England. The Romanes lecture for May 1910 was discussed. Sir Harry Hamilton Johnston will guest Friday to discuss African hunting grounds. Bonaparte talked about appointments and anti trust actions. The President met seven Chinese Rescue Home children who sang America. Visitors included Senator Scott Representative Denby Aliam R Wheeler John A McKhenny Frederick Trevor Hill Eugene Wood Colonel J M Bannister and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Charles L. Shadwell
Oriel College
Oxford University
England
Harry Hamilton Johnston
South Africa
Roosevelt
Bonaparte
Methodist Rescue Home
San Francisco
America
Senator Scott
West Virginia
Representative Denby
Michigan
Aliam R. Wheeler
Commerce and Labor
John A. McKhenny
Frederick Trevor Hill
Eugene Wood
New York
J. M. Bannister
Army
British Embassy entertains guests amid diplomatic exchanges
Washington dispatch notes a series of social events at the British Embassy. Guests include Sir Harry Johnston and Dr Shadwell with Mrs Cooley and the Jeys families. Attendees include Associate Justice Holmes and Mrs Holmes, Librarian Herbert Putnam, and various embassy staff. Italian appointments shift with Montagniari arriving soon. Baron Moncheur’s christening occurred at the legation with notable relatives present. Mrs Grant Duff departed for New York en route to Cuba. Chilean minister and Sefiora de Cruz return to the legation from New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tribune Bureau
Washington
Bryce
Harry Hamilton Johnston
Shadwell
Oriel College
Oxford
Alford W. Cooley
Jeys
Justice Holmes
Supreme Court
Holmes
Herbert Putnam
Congress
George Young
James
H. Beresford-Hope
Attilio Serra
Marquis di Montagniari
Brussels
Liieutenant
F. P. Camperio
Carlo Pfister
Baron Charles Moncheur
Sefiora de Cruz
Legation
New Hampshire Avenue
New York
Washington Society Notes During Lady Johnstone Visit
Washington society brief notes that Lady Alan Johnstone arrives for a several week visit to her mother Mrs. James Pinchot and Gif Ford Pinchot with mourning restricting entertainment. Also mentions Mrs. Pinchot entertaining grandchildren, Mrs. John F Newberry staying two weeks with her son and daughter in law the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, and other Washington residents like Mr and Mrs Walter S Andrews, Major and Mrs Francis A Winter at Fort Myer quarters, plus General and Mrs John A Johnston in Philadelphia until Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tribune Bureau
Washington
Alan Johnstone
Denmark
James Pinchot
Gifford Pinchot
Johnstone
Secretary of the Navy
Newberry
Walter S. Andrews
Asheville
Francis A. Winter
Fort Myer
Edgar F Preston
Worthington Ames
California
John A
Wyoming Discoveries by Harlan Smith Report on Northern Plains Quarries
Ethnology researcher Harlan I. Smith returns from Wyoming reconnaissance noting a five acre Brownell Hill quarry with stone blades and hammer stones. Circles of stone indicate ancient house sites but no glass beads or iron points. findings suggest the plains may have been uninhabited until after the horse's introduction and westward Indigenous movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harlan I. Smith
Department of Ethnology
American Museum of Natural History
Wyoming
Hermon C. Bumpus
Smith
Nine Bar Ranch
Rawhide Buttes
Newcastle
Black Hills
Sheridan
Big Horn Mountains
Casper
Great Plains
Parkman Will Bequeaths 5 Million to Boston Parks
The will of George F. Parkman of Boston amounts to 5,090,000 for the maintenance of public parks and 3,000 to various institutions. Judge George in the Probate Court allowed the will today. Francis Parkman of New York, a cousin, appeared in objection but the will was admitted. The Boston bequest is designated to improve and maintain the Common and other parks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
George F. Parkman
George
Francis Parkman
New York
Charity concert and euchre by Daughters of Isabella
The charity event includes a concert euchre and reception at Grand Central Palace on Wednesday to raise a fund for expanded charitable work. Mrs Josephine F Finn, grand regent of Court Columba at 106 West 61st Street, chairs the arrangements committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daughters of Isabella
Grand Central Palace
Josephine F. Finn
Court Columba
No. 106
West 61St Street
La Farge Shares Cheerful View Amid Health Struggles
The Boston Herald notes artist John La Farge in his seventy fourth year writes a cheery letter to The New York Tribune. He jokes at detractors of his health and vigor and cites Titian painting past eighty. He recalls Venice pestilence that ended Titian’s career at ninety nine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Herald
John la Farge
New-York Tribune
la Farge
Titian
Venice
Oren Root Marries Mies Ada de Acosta in Madison Home
Oren Root and Mies Ada de Acosta wed yesterday afternoon at her Madison residence decorated with white chrysanthemums and autumn foliage. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. Patrick Daly with ushers and guests including prominent figures such as Ricardo de Acosta, Secretary of State, and various Acosta and Root family members. A reception followed for about two hundred, and after a brief wedding trip the couple will reside at 1% East 3rd Street.
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Oren Root
Mies Ada de Acosta
Madison
Directoire
Marig Acosta
Hamilton H. Durand
Patrick Daly
Poughkeepsie
Ricardo de Acosta
M. Lydig
Angela
Mercedes
Acosta
Henry de Acosta
Root, Jr
U. S&s. Grant
Edwin B. Root
Walstein
Thomas Nichols
Stanley Gilbert
W. Whitridge
Eleanor
Miss Whitridge
Douglas Robinson
Eral
Fredericks Dent Grant
Elbridge T. Gerry
E. He Harimam
Elisha Dyer
Saura Swag
George J. Gould
Harold Minott
Justice
James W. Gerard
Harriet Daly
Herbert Hamriman
Willard Brown
Pembroke Jones
Miss Jones
Stuyvesant Fis
Janet Fish
Reginald Romalds
Cornelius N. Bliss
Stephen H. Olin
Philip Sands
Frederick Gallatin
E. Coster Wilmerding
Kenneth Budd
East 3Th Street
New 5 Gold Piece Begun at U S Mints
Washington reports the mints at Philadelphia San Francisco and Denver began coining a new five dollar gold piece based on a depressed relief design to create a flat uniform field. The plan, influenced by Dr William Sturgis Bigelow, uses a low relief outline and the motto In God We Trust on all 225 pieces to ensure wear resistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Philadelphia
San Francisco
Denver
Roosevelt
Willam Sturgis Bigelow
Boston
Kendall Wins Harris Prize for Painting Narcissa
Chicago November 5. Sergeant Kendall won the twenty first Norman W Harris prize for Narcissa in the Art Institute annual American oil paintings exhibition. Kendall is a New York artist and Harris a Chicago banker who awards three thousand dollars to the winner each year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Sergeant Kendall
Narcissa
Norman W. Harris
Art Institute Today
Kendall
New York
Harris
Mass Meeting Promotes Love of Music at Cooper Union
A Sunday mass meeting at Cooper Union aims to foster music culture with free admission at 3 o'clock. Frank Damrosch will preside over the event for the People's Choral Union, showcasing a 200-voice chorus and instrumental numbers by Caroline Beebe Edouard Dethier and Forrest J Calman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cooper Union
Frank Damrosch
People’s Choral Uniom
Yale University registration hits 3448 students in nine departments
New Haven reports Yale University tallies 3448 students this year, up from 238 last year. Every department gains except the college, which falls by forty. The law school posts the largest rise from 39 to 8, while total instructors reach 402 and professors total.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Yale University
Law
Brisk Bidding At Fifth Avenue Furniture Sale
Real after-election spirit marked the bidding at the Fifth Avenue Art Galleries yesterday. Buyers chased bargains on a Hunt and Nyether suite, a carved mahogany and tapestry Francois style piece brought top price to W. Nichols. An Afghan item sold to L. H. Patten for $5, Colonel H. O paid nothing for damask hangings, J. Hirshfeld bought a five-piece enamel and gilt parlor suit for $5, and A. Liebman led sales on a batch of old colored prints. Total receipts reached $43,850 with sales continuing today and Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth Avenue
Hunt and Nyether
W. Nichols
L. H. Patten
H. O
J. Hirshfeld
Liebman
City History Club of New York to Host Conference and Bazaar
The City History Club of New York plans a conference and bazaar at the Hotel Plaza on a forthcoming Friday and Saturday in November. Governor Singhs, President Woodrow Wilson of Princeton, and Andrew Carnegie are slated to speak. Mrs Emil L Seas, a club trustee, chairs the committee arranging an elaborate program featuring prominent actresses and grand opera artists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City History Club of
New York
City
Hotel Plaza
Seth
Singhes
W Wilson
Princeton University
Andrew Negie
Emil L. Seas
City History Club
Tee
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Boston “Transcript
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Boston Transcript
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
Buffalo
Springfield
National Good Fortune
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White House
the, Diplomatic Corps
IN Washington Society
Museum of Natural History
Geo. F. Parkman
Nance of Public Parks
MR. LA Farge
NEW York Society
John Blake Bbgker
Metropolitan Club
Arthul B. Twombly
John E. Waterbury
Lewis Quentin Jones
Wiliam R. Willcox
Chauncey M. Depew
Charles Francis Roe
A. D
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Pinehurst
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Robert W. de Forest
Town
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Herman B. Duryea
Holland House
Mrs. Duryea
Hot Springs
George von L. Meyer
Julia
Alice Meyer
Belmort
Trinity Church
Sylvia C. Parsons
Rudolph Weld
H. R
J. Pierpont Morgan
New
Reginald C. Vanderbilt
Madison Square Garden
Augustus Jay
Newport
MR. Kendall
Harris Prize
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