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New York Tribune

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New York, New York, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1908

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12

Quaker Mayor Declines Royal Invitation at Rufford Abbey Race

The Doncaster mayor J B Clark, a Quaker, declined a royal invitation to meet the King at Rufford Abbey during the Doncaster race visit. The King arranged a Buckingham Palace presentation later, praising the mayor’s principled stand and independence amid local support and curiosity.

Brentwood Company Bawara VI Doncaster Lewis Harcont Rufford Abbey Lewis Harcourt J. B. Clark Society of Friends London Buckinghae Palace John Bright Queen Victoria

Rumania Crown Princess to Expect New Baby This Year

The crown princess of Romania, a granddaughter of Queen Victoria and daughter of Alfred Duke of Edinburgh, is expected to welcome another child toward year end. She has four children, the eldest a sixteen year old son, and may become queen if King Charles dies. Her marriage to a Roman Catholic excludes her and her offspring from Britain’s line of succession. The princess is praised for popularity in Romania and is linked to American literary figures through close ties with Pauline Spencer Clay.

Rumania Charles Romania Victoria Edward Alfred Duke of Edinburgh Coburg Alexander III Russia Victoria Ena Spain Great Britain Queen Elizabeth Carmen Sylva William Waldorf Astor Pauline Spencer Clay

Norton Illness Leaves Harvard Professor in Decline

Charles Eliot Norton III, longtime Harvard history professor and emeritus, is seriously ill at his Shady Hill home in Cambridge. Ill since September 1, he suffers a general breakdown due to old age, with Dr. E H Stevens saying there is no hope of recovery.

The Tribune Boston Charles Eliot Norton Harvard Shady Hill Cambridge E. H. Stevens

Petition seeks portion of grandfather’s funds for son

Mrs James Martin Jr of Great Neck files in Nassau County Surrogate Court to set aside from her son’s inheritance about 25 000 annually. She claims limited means after her husband’s death and wants funds to educate their three year old child. Her husband’s will rests in Mineola Probate Court.

Tribune Hempstead N. Y Nassau County James Martin, Jr Great Neck Colony James A. Robinson James E. Martin, Jr

Elsa Ryan and Lawrence Wheat to headline new Pixley and Luders musical

Elsa Ryan and Lawrence Wheat, acclaimed for their work in Marcelle at the Casino Theatre, will be featured next season by Messrs. Shubert in a new Pixley and Luders musical comedy. Miss Ryan previously toured with Mile Genee. Wheat has played juvenile parts in many productions over the last two seasons.

Elsa Ryan Lawrence Wheat Marcelle Casino Theatre Messrs. Shubert Pixley and Luders Miss Ryan Mile. Genee Mr. Wheat

Samson in Rochester Previews at Criterion Theatre

Charles Frohman will attend the first Rochester performance of Samson a comedy by Henri Bernstein in which William Gillette will impersonate the lead. Samson comes to the Criterion Theatre on October 19.

Charles Frohman Rochester Samson Henri Bernstein William Gillette Criterion Theatre

Physicians to Attend Hippodrome Tonight

A large party of physicians who attended the tuberculosis congress in Washington have accepted the Hippodrome management invitation to witness tonight's performance. The doctors will occupy several boxes during the show.

Hippodrome Washington

New Dean Named At New York Homeopathic College

Dr. Royal S. Copeland, formerly with University of Michigan, becomes dean of the New York Homeopathic Medical College and Hospital. He enters his role in the first week, succeeding Dr. Harvey King. The college opens with an entering class twice as large as last year.

Homoeopathic College Royal S. Copeland University of Michigan New York

Weddings in New Jersey and across the era reflected in multiple ceremonies

Short Hills Miss Louise Leavitt Kobbe wed William Alexander Manning at Christ Church in a ceremony led by Rev. Larkin Douglas with relatives as witnesses. Separate telegraphed reports note Miss Julia Currey’s wedding to Guy Bolton in New York, Miss Carrie Warfield’s marriage to William Harris at Oakdale, and other nuptials in Baltimore and New Rochelle with prominent guests and family members attending.

Short Hills N. J Louise Leavitt Kobbe George Co. Kobbe William Alexander Manning Remsen Street Brooklyn Christ Episcopal Church Charles Larkin Douglas Robert F. Manning J. V. Onativia, Jr New York Alice Martha Robbe Eliza Lazarus Elsa Burgess Tridbune Boston Julia Alexandra Currey San Francisco Montgomery Scott Currey Guy Reginald Bolton Trinity Church Reginald Pelham Bolton Alys Mae Gilkie Dorchester Stearns Alexander Mann Trinity John Currey the Tribune Baltimore Carrie Warfield Warfield William Hugh Harris George M. Harris Binghampton N. Y Oakdale Warfields Howard County John Timothy Stone Brown Memorial Presbyterian Church Louisa Warfield Emma Warfield Joseph Dart, Jr Buffalo Yale Radcliffe Harris Arthur Lee Kent Misses Kent George Kent Elizabeth Griswold Buck Mildred Stillman Binghamton Patrick Calhoun Guy Arma de Gray Vanderbilt Ernest Tracy Heyward McAlpine John C. Phelps F. Courtney Nicodemus Adelaide McAlpine

Lord of the Air Wilbur Wright Captures French Awe

Paris witnesses Wilbur Wright break aviation records at Avours near Le Mans with crowds and Parisian fascination. A society-watching observer portrays him as a humble craftsman, severe in appearance yet warm in speech, and notes his austere life and strong sisterly devotion.

Paris Wilbur Wright Camp d’Avours le Mans Maitre de l'Air United States de Tocqueville Jules Huret Urbain Gonfer Paul Bourget André Tardieu Avours M. Wright

Cholera Under Control In St Petersburg

The cholera situation is under complete control in St Petersburg with 74 new cases in municipal hospitals over the last 24 hours, down 50 from the prior day. There were 57 deaths and 124 patients discharged as cured while Dr Krause attributes serum failures to local physicians’ lack of cooperation.

St. Petersburg Krause

Quarantine Action Blocks Finlandian Passengers to New York

Passengers from Finland aboard the Scandinavian-American Line steamer Hellig Olav were refused passage to New York due to suspected cholera infection. The decision followed guidance from the American consul, advised by the State Department, with several returning American citizens among the passengers.

Finland Copenhagen Oct New York Hellig Olav The Steamship Company State Department

Arbitration Treaty Between China and United States Signed

Washington reports the signing of an arbitration treaty by Wu Ting-fang and Secretary Root. The key article states disputes of a legal nature or treaty interpretation may be referred to The Hague permanent court of arbitration, with exceptions to vital interests independence honor and third party concerns.

Washington China United States State Department Wu Ting-fang Root Permanent Court of Arbitration Hague

Swiss National Council ratifies arbitration treaty with United States

In Bern on October 8 the National Council approved the arbitration treaty with the United States, following approval by the State Council on September 30.

Berne Switzerland National Council Today United States State Council

Earl of Rosslyn Takes Third Wife in Registry Office

London report states the Earl of Rosslyn, previously divorced from his second wife Miss Anna Robinson of New York, wed Vera Bayley, daughter of a former Lancers officer, in a registry office this afternoon marking his third marriage.

London Earl of Rosslyn Anna Robinson New York Vera Bayley Lancers

Tolstoy’s Health Restored He Resumes Walks and Writing

In Yasnaya Polyana Tolstoy’s health is fully restored he resumes long country walks and rides and is hard at work on his books.

St. Petersburg Leo Tolstoy Yasnaya Poliana

Mme Schumann-Heink Sails for a European Concert Tour

Passengers on the Blitcher include Mme Schumann-Heink her husband Rapp and four protegés headed to Hamburg for a year long tour. Accompanist Kathryn Hoffman joins as singer’s aide as several young performers, including Mrs. McDaniel from Oklahoma, pursue operatic careers in Dresden and beyond.

Germany Mme Schumann-Heinik Hamburg Europe Schumann-Heink Russia Herr Rapp Kathryn Hoffman McDaniel Oklahoma New York Dresden Hans Schumann-Heink Wil Joseph Schwenke George Eherman Mme. Schumann-Heink

Importer Edward A. Stern Dies at 56

Edward A. Stern of Far Rockaway was found dead yesterday morning in his bathroom. Coroner's physician Dr. Nammock said heart disease caused the death. Stern, 56, was a member of the importer firm George A. Kessler & Co., located at 0 Beaver Street.

Edward A. Stern Far Rockaway Nammock Mr. Stern George A. Kessler & Co Beaver Street

Prominent Arrivals at Hotels Astor and Waldorf Astoria

Major M. Stephenson of Washington appears at the Hotel Astor along with Captain G. L. Gordon of the U S A. Belmont lists J. T. Hedden of Leeds England. Dr. G. Winslow. Bishop Avery. Miguel Re. Arellano. Dr. D. von Adelberg. Dr. B. E. Alderman and W. A. Garrett are named among other arrivals at the Waldorf Astoria and Bolm hotels.

ASTOR M. Stephenson Washington G. L. Gordon A. Belmont J. T. Hedden Leeds England Bresliin G. Winslow N. Park Avenue Bishop Avery Buenos Aires Victoria Miguel RE. Arellano Havana Waldorf-Astoria D. von Adelberg Oakland Cal Wolcott BE. A. Alderman W. A. Garrett Nopfolle

Crapsey Praises Rockefeller For Democratic Gospel

Algernon Sidney Crapsey, ex rector, speaking at Tremont Temple, defended John D. Rockefeller against vilification. He called Rockefeller a product of poverty and diligent effort, saying his wealth reflects democratic gospel in practice and should be respected by Americans.

the Tribune Boston Algernon Sidney Crapsey Episcopal Tremont Temple John D. Rockefeller Rockefeller

Rockefeller leaves Cleveland for New York in private car

Mr and Mrs John D Rockefeller with their household depart Cleveland by private car on the Cleveland and New York special. Rockefeller plans to spend most of the winter in New York or Tarrytown, continuing a quiet season away from public steps.

Cleveland John D. Rockefeller New York Lake Shore Road Rockefeller Tarrytown

Parade of 200 Vessels Caps Philadelphia Birthday Fest

Philadelphia celebrated its 225th birthday with a water pageant on the Delaware. Nearly two hundred vessels paraded past anchored battleships and cruisers while fireworks lit three miles of waterfront. A fatal drowning occurred when a girl on Camden’s wharf was swept overboard amid dense crowds, and a nearby fireworks float exploded after two operators were lost in the dark.

Philadelphia Oct Delaware William Penn Adolph Marix Navy Dolphin Camden Daniel Stone Lasker Street

Arimondi Returns to New York for Metropolitan Season

Vittorio Arimondi the giant basso who sang Ark 1 in Débussy’s Pelléas et Mélisande last season will perform the same role at the Manhattan Opera House next season after arriving from Buenos Aires on the Lamport and Heirtliner Verdi. His wife Mme Arimondi Mile Aurelia Kitzu previously sang with the Metropolitan forces.

Vittorio Arimondi Mr. Hammerstein Débussy Pelléas Et Mélisande Manhattan Opera House New York Buenos Aires Lamport & Heitliner Mme. Arimondi Mile Aurelia Kitzu Metropolitan Opera House Teatro Colon Colon Signor Mancinelli Metropolitan

Today’s Free Public Lectures and Exhibits Across New York

A dense schedule of free events outlines lectures and performances at museums, libraries, and schools around the city. Notable programs include Bliss Knapp on Christian Science at Second Church, otology talk at the New York Academy of Medicine, and a slate of public school talks on colonial life, Palestine, and Civil War themes led by professors and local educators.

American Museum of Natural History Zoological Gardens Bliss Knapp Christian Science Second Church of Christ, Scientist Central Park West 6Ata Street New York Academy of Medicine West 43d St Century Theatre Club Hotel Astor Board of Education Wadleigh High School L4tl Street Seventh Avenue James Thotwell East 88Th Street J Newton Gray Dominick and Clarke Streets Louis H. Cornish East 20Th Street George Donaldson Suffolk Rivington David 5. Muzzey West Side West 50Th Street George Washington His Times George J. Corey Young Men's Benevolent Association Henry Clay Frederick B. Robinson Third Avenue J. Russell Smith Mosholu Parkway Bedford Park E. E. Wyckoff Fordham Avenue City Island Helen RB. Schoonoven Anthony and Tremont Avenues Frank J. Belcher 1834 Street Beaumont Avenue Raymond J. Davies Jerome Avenue 184Th Street Military Academy West Point John B. Golden Castle Hill Avenue Unionport Josephine D. Nye

Weather forecast and winds shift across Atlantic coast

The Weather Bureau reports a shift from a low to a high pressure pattern with cooler fair weather inland. Rain is noted in the South Atlantic and Gulf states as a disturbance moves along the Atlantic coast, bringing northeast winds from the Carolinas to southern New England and storm waves from Wilmington to New York.

Washington Lake Region Ohio Valley South Atlantic Gulf States Atlantic Middle Atlantic States Carolinas New England Wilmington New York European Grand Banks Middle Atlantic North Carolina East Gulf West Gulf District of Columbia Pennsylvania New Jersey Delaware Maryland

Death of George Wilson Former Chamber Secretary

George Wilson long serving secretary of the Chamber of Commerce since May 17 1868 died after a three week illness at his home 200 Greene avenue Brooklyn The funeral will be held at 3 pm tomorrow at the home and burial will be in Greenwood A meeting of the Chamber at 12 o clock Monday at 6 Liberty street will introduce resolutions of respect led by Charlies 3 Smith The Chamber flag is at half staff and the chamber will be closed on Monday Wilson was born in the city on January 7.

George Wilson Chamber of Commerce Brooklyn Greene Avenue Greenwood Liberty Street Wilson Charlies 3. Smith Mr. Wilson

George W Wilson Secretary of Chamber of Commerce Dies

George W Wilson, longtime secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, died yesterday at age 1839. He joined as a clerk in 1855, served as paymaster on the warship Valley City during the Civil War, and was praised for thirty four years of service shaping the Chamber records and annual reports. He held memberships in major museums and societies and helped place the Washington statue in Wall Street. He is survived by his wife and son Lieutenant John A. Wilson, an assistant secretary of the Chamber.

Chamber of Commerce Wilson Valley City Chamber J. Edward Simmons Morris K. Jesup New England Society City of New York Metropolitan Museum of Art American Museum of Natural History The New York Historical Society Long Island Historical

Mrs Caroline E Ditmars Dies at 57 in Brooklyn Home

Mrs Caroline Elizabeth Ditmars wife of John Ditmars died yesterday at her home 800 Carroll Street Brooklyn. Born in New Lots she was 57 and active in church work and the Ladies Missionary Society. She leaves her husband and three daughters. Funeral at First Reformed Church tomorrow at 2 PM.

Caroline Elizabeth Ditmars John Ditmars Carroll Street Brooklyn Ditmars Old Town New Lots Ladies’ Missionary Society First Reformed

Pearson B. Conn Dies at 96 in Steubenville Ohio

Pearson B. Conn dean of the newspaper publishers of Eastern Ohio died today at age ninety six in Steubenville. He founded The St. Louis Post and published The Herald here for twenty five years.

Steubenville Ohio Pearson B. Conn Ohto St. Louis Post Herald

Stephen A. Douglas Dies at Chicago Home

Stephen A. Douglas of Chicago died suddenly at his home after a day of fatigue and a cold. The 58 year old attorney and Republican figure collapsed after dinner following a speech at Galesburg marking the Lincoln and Douglas debate anniversary. He had spoken with Willliam H. Taft yesterday and leaves a wife.

Chicago Stephen A. Douglas Abraham Lincoln Douglas Williiam H. Taft Galesburg North Carolina

Mrs. Arietta M. Clark Talmage dies in Caldwell New Jersey

Mrs. Arietta M. Clark Talmage widow of Dr. Samuel Talmage Brooklyn physician died of pneumonia at Caldwell New Jersey on Wednesday. She was a member of the Reformed Church on the Heights and leaves two children John Frelinghuysen Talmage who lived with her at 104 Pierrepont Street and Mrs. Sophie Vann Veghten Andrews.

Arietta M. Clark Talmage Samuel Talmage Brooklyn Caldwell N. J Talmage Reformed Church On the Heights John Frelinghuysen Talmage Pierrepont Street Sophie Vann Veghten Andrews

J Brooke Harper Dead at 75 Noted Civil War Vet and Writer

Reading Penn Oct J Brooke Harper a retired theatrical manager and Civil War veteran died aged seventy five He wrote war dramas The Drummer Boy of Shiloh Pride or The Fortunes and Misfortunes of War He was a lieutenant in the 128th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers.

Reading Penn J. Brooke Harper Shiloh 128Th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers

War illogical to the editor letter from Seaford reader

A 1908 letter from Seaford Det. argues against war and military arms as barbarous for nations. The writer praises Mr. Ayers peace stance and criticizes civilized nations for inflicting misery while civilians starve. The piece notes allied troops in China and fears arms races, urging restraint and humanity.

the Tribune Ayer China Seaford Det

Death notices republished in Tri-Weekly Tribune

Died notices listed include Jedford Mary E Palmer Carrie M P Brown James H Pinckney Mary Ditmars Caroline BE L Rogers Rev James C 8 C Pitzgerald Louis Struse Margaret Hart Fredericka K Talmage Arietta M Haws Lavinia J 8 Todd Gilbert M Histon Edward Van Orden Henry De W Lyman George Van Vleck Frederick.

Obituary notices from 1908 town newspaper section

A brittle page lists multiple funeral notices and death entries from October 1908. Names include Caroline Elizabeth Lin-Bese, Louis Fitzgerald, Fredericks B. Hart, Lavinia J. Haws, Btward Banker Hilton, George Clark Lyman, Carrie Finch Palmer, Thomas Pinckney’s kin, James Rogers, Margaret Struse, Arietta M. Talmage, Gilbert M. Todd, Henry De Witt Van Orden, Frederic Stott Van Vieck. Rituals and interments span Brooklyn, Ossining, Englewood, Glen Ridge, and remote towns. services often private or at churches, with train arrival times and cemetery interments noted.

Ditmars Carroll Brooklyn Caroline Elizabeth Lin John Ditmars Fitzgerald Louis Fitzgerald Garrison-on-the-Hudson Grand Central Depot Tarrytown Hart Glen Ridge Fredericks B Gifford Hart Douglas Read Gien Ritge Om Tae van Lueer Palmer Carrie Finch Gilbert F. Palmer van Buren St Pinckney Thomas Pinckney New York East 24St Rogers Janesville Wis James Rogers Maria B. Pundt Not Struse Wilson St. Brooks N. Y Margaret di Struse Talmage Caldwell N. J. Canore Arietta M. Talmage 1 & Mage Todd Ossining N. Y Gilbert M. Todd St. Paul's Church Grand Central Station Dale Cemetery

Want Desirable Help Quick at Uptown Tribune Office

The New York Tribune invites employers to save time and expense by consulting a file of applications from aspirants for various positions now installed at their Uptown Office at 1364 Broadway between 86th and 37th Streets. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

New-York Tribune Broadway 86Th and 37Th Streets

Tribune Rates and International Subscriptions Aboard

The Tribune details domestic and foreign subscription prices for daily, Sunday, and weekly editions, including mail and foreign postage, with office addresses in New York and lists of European and international pickup hotels and agencies for reader convenience. It lists rates by term, posts rates for Canada and foreign countries, and specifies offices in Nassau Street and other locations.

Tribune United States Mexico Manhattan Bronx Cubs Porto Rico Hawaii Philippines Sundal New York City Sunday Tribune Wekly Farmer Europe Universe

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