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Newspaper

New York Tribune

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1908

Page

25

The Man from Home and Other Vaudeville Attracts

Amusements listings show multiple acts across venues such as Blaney's Broadway Carnegie Hall and Garden Theatre with showtimes around 2:15 and 8:15 pm. Notable entries include The Man from Home The Devil The Great Question Little Nemo and The American Idea among others.

Mississippi Blaney Marcelle Jack Straw Gallety Garden Theatre Garrick Mrs. Peckham Vaudeville Square Ballet of Birtland Sicdson Sib— Pierre The Pisins Nickerbocker Gottenberg Wildtre Lyceum Love Watches Ric Miie New Amsterdam York Wesef

New York Daily Tribune Ownership Details

The Tribune Association, a New York corporation, owns and publishes the newspaper. Offices and principal place of business are at Tribune Building, 153 Nassau Street, New York. James M. Barrett serves as president, with a secretary and treasurer also listed.

Tribune Association New York

News Summary From The Morning Press

Foreign and domestic briefs include Admiral Emory at Amoy with 1600 men kept from entering the city, Henry Farman's aeroplane feat, and King Edward rumors denied. Taft campaigns in Buffalo and Utica while Bryan, Gompers, and Rockefellers network in Cleveland. New York politics show Taft favored at 3 to 1, Chanler scrutiny of transit plans, and public service actions on fares and transfers. Weather: NW winds, highs 57, lows 42.

Emory Amoy Henry Farman Mourmeion Rheims Nicholas Prince George of Servia Austria S. V. Luckenbach San Juan Porto Rico Newmarket Edward South America Leonard Wood New York Taft Buffalo Labor Gompers-Bryan James &. Sherman Utica Mughes Chautauqua Cattarangus Allegany Steuben P. C. Knox Pittsburg W. J. Bryan Samuel Gompers Chanler Speke Auburn Ithaca Trumansburg N. v Albany William William H. Taft Straus Boston

The Judgships in Brooklyn and New York City Elections

The Republican j u diciary issue centers on sustaining capable judges. In Brooklyn Justices Stapleton and Blackmar, both Hughes appointees, are supported alongside Surrogate Beckett in New York, a long time Hughes appointee praised for improving the Surrogate's office. The Tamany candidate lacks bar endorsement and is linked to Murphy’s circle. Independent voters may back Blackmar and Stapleton to promote non partisan judicial continuity.

Brooklyn Stapleton and Blackmar Hughes Williams State Banking Department Beckett Tammany Bar Association Murphy Blackmar Stapleton Jessuit Bruce Supreme Court Ma Shewsep Wasservogel

City Court Lawyers Endorsed by Bar Association

The City Court lists lawyers in good standing with the Bar Association endorsing all names. Each attorney carries the association's approval, reflecting professional standing and eligibility to practice before the court.

Bar Association

Taft Endorses Party Record Over Bryan’s Narrow View

In an Canandaigua speech, Taft argues presidents must be judged by full records and proven capacity, not partial platform pledges. He cites McKinley and Elihu Root, praising Republican resolve in Cuba and the Philippines, and warns against electing a candidate who dodges responsibility for unanticipated issues.

Taft Canandaigua Mr. Bryan Bryan Denver Mr. Taft Canadaigua

Against the Law: Campaigning Against Courts and Law

A public critique argues that the Democratic campaign targets the law and courts, likening it to Bryanesque opposition seen in 1896. The piece praises Hughes for enforcing constitutional laws and warns that opposing statutes undermines constitutional respect and trust in the judiciary. It condemns political efforts to distort or override the law.

Hughes

Regrouping the Nations in European Power Shifts

The piece argues that Italy leans toward Britain and Allies in Balkan issues and that shifting alliances are likely in Europe. It cites Prince Lichnowsky’s Berlin article predicting five world groupings led by Britain, Germany, Russia, Japan, and the United States, with rearrangements driven by modern Europe’s revolutions and state redefinitions.

Italy Balkan Great Britain France Russia Berlin Prince Lichnowsky Old World America New World Portugal Spain Japan Pacific Philippines Western Hemisphere United States Europe

Britain Returns to Continental Power in Edwardian Era

The text argues that Latin European states prefer Britain over Germany despite race and language. It critiques Italy's alliance with Austria Hungary as artificial and forecasts Italy moving toward its historic ties with Britain. It credits Edward VII with restoring Britain to a leading diplomatic role in Europe, signaling a new epoch for the empire and world order.

Europe Great Britain Germany Italy Austria-Hungary Peninsular Bismarck United Kingdom Edward VII

The Woodchuck Issue and Chanler’s Appeal

The piece mocks Chanler as a mean candidate who ties his campaign to a $1 woodchuck license issue. It argues he plumbs selfish voter motives rather than public good, claiming his appeals ignore principles and higher ideals in favor of personal gain.

Chanler Hughes Mr. Chanler

City Board Blamed For Subway Delays In Heated Debate

The Mayor and the Board of Estimate and Apportionment defend their role amid Governor Hughes charges. The Public Service Commission can plan routes and contracts with funds, but only the Board can authorize spending. Critics say the board’s failure to provide money blocks subway construction, while past extravagances are claimed but disputed, noting prior assurances of funds were false or misapplied.

Board of Estimate Hughes Public Service Commission Metz Board of Estate Brooklyn Fourth Avenue Coney Island Brooklyn Subway

Inquiry on Train Signals Recommends Exhibitions By ICC

A Railway Signal Association committee reports on cab and automatic stop devices designed to prevent trains from passing occupied blocks. It notes cab signals face weather problems, urges manufacturers to demonstrate under ICC authority, and stresses that signals remain the primary safety method for progressive railroads and street systems.

Railway Signal Association W. H. Elliott New York Central England United States New York Boston Chicago Interstate Commerce Commission Europe

Vigilant Engineer Safeguard in Technical Deliberations

To doubt the suitability of the apparatus it has considered. Mechanism which will work well nine times out of ten and fail the tenth time may be worse than nothing at all. The vigilance of the engineer is a better safeguard. Moreover, the way is left open for those who differ from the committee to prove their case.

Republican Party Cuba Philippines William McKinley Elihu Root

Political commentary on Bryan and party politics in 1900s media

The New York World fears Democratic decline if Bryan loses while Governor Hughes underscores duties to state and public welfare. Charleston papers critique profits from misfortune, Yaqui conflicts, and rising city debt. They muse on potential candidacies for president including Watson and Tapp.

Hughes

The Talk of the Day at The Hartford Courant Birthday

A lengthy miscellany notes The Hartford Courant marks its 144th year in continuous publication with a brief editorial remark on enduring youth. The item blends humorous quips from other papers and short anecdotes on politics, science, and daily life.

Hartford Courant America Courant

Shall the people rule Mr Bryan’s evolving forecast

The Brooklyn Eagle recalls Bryan’s changing odds across elections, noting he has repeatedly claimed victory before results. This year he remains confident voters will answer yes to “Shall the people rule?” with explanations and post election claims of bought wins. Pennsylvania is singled out as an exception in defeats predicted.

The Brooklyn Eagle Bryan Pennsylvania

Princess Wrestler of Europe Crowned Montenegro Hero

The Crown Princess of Montenegro is the champion lady wrestler of Europe. Formerly Duchess Jutta of Ecklenburg, she married the future ruler of the principality. A pianist, needlewoman, and caricaturist, she excels in wrestling and has studied jiu jitsu to a high level, often winning bouts.

Montenegro Europe Little Princiality Danilo Jutta Ecklenburg Germany

Notable Social Round in Washington and Nearby Arrivals

The Tribune reports on visits to the president by John Loudon Netherlands Minister and Dr H Bavinck Amsterdam. Edward L Hearn and Father Ketcham call on the President. officials and ambassadors arrive in D C. tennis with Ambassador Jusserand. various society movers arrive or depart from Lenox Newport and New York. Lady Auckland and the Eden family appear among season preparations at Newport and Gotham.

Tribune Bureau Washington Johnkeer John Loudon Netherlands H. Bavinck Amsterdam Holland Committee Hudson-Fulton Wright Edward L. Hearn New York Casualty Company of America Father Ketcham Newberry Navy Hoyt Department of Justice Roosevelt Jusserand France Lady Auckland Lord Auckland Newport Gotham Frederick Eden

British attaché and family return to Washington

From The Tribune Bureau Washington Oct. 30 Lieutenant Colonel B B James British military attaché and Mrs James who occupied Damroseh cottage Seal Harbor Mount Desert last summer returned to Washington today with their servants and the children of the family Mr Young British second secretary also returned to Washington today joining his family at their Florida avenue house Mitchell Innis appointed British counsellor to succeed Esme Howard will arrive November 11 Innis is a bachelor and before his present appointment was Financial Under Secretary in Egypt

Tribune Bureau Washington B. B James James Seal Harbor Mount Desert Young Florida Avenue Mitchell Innis Esme Howard Innis Egypt

Washington Society Notes From The Tribune Bureau

In Washington society the Assistant Secretary of the Treasury and Mrs Beekman Winthrop depart for New York to stay until November 8 to return for election returns. Mrs Robert Bacon visits New York for several days. Miss Martha Bacon returns with her mother. Mr and Mrs Henry Cleveland Perkins come back from Williamstown with daughter Mrs Albert Carroll. Mrs Huntington Wilson returns November 10 to Washington. Mrs Wotherspoon joins Brigadier General Wotherspoon at the Dupont for the winter.

Tribune Bureau Washington Secretary of the Treasury Beekman Winthrop New York Robert Bacon Martha Bacon Henry Cleveland Perkins Williamstown Mass Albert Carroll Baltimore Huntington Wilson

Miss Hubbell to be wed at Brick Church this afternoon

Miss Juliette Emily Hubbell marries Mason Tyler Adams in Brick Presbyterian Church this afternoon. A prior luncheon at her parents home on East 49th Street featured sisters bridesmaids and a society guest list. The groom will toast from the University Club with ushers and a farewell dinner tonight amid Fifth Avenue parade restrictions.

Juliette Emily Hubbell Mason Tyler Adams Brick Presbyterian Church Charles Burkley Hubbell East 49Th Street Margaret L Ruth R. Hubbell L. Cass Ledyard James Greenway Edward C. Williams Boston William Barbour Detroit James Russell William G. Low Brooklyn Olive Schley Franklin Mills Ransom Hooker University Club William E. S. Griswold Charlies G. Bartlett, Jr. Prescott Lawrence Slade Franklin H. Mills Frederick H. Brooks Charles H

Utica Y M C A Opens After Fire Losses

Utica New York November week to open public ceremonies mark completion of the rebuilt Y M C A in Utica at Washington and Genesee streets. The brick four story building cost funded by citizens includes an auditorium library gymnasium swimming pool and dormitory for thirty. Eight trustees and seventeen officers led by President W H Starr and General Secretary T R Jordan accompany details of rooms, rents, and facilities.

Utica Young Aoe Christian Association Bleecker and Charlotte Streets Balie Washington and Genesea Streets New York State W. H. Starr RK. R. Martin James H. Merwin 8. S. Curran T. R. Jordan

Patrolman doubled registrations taints Leary election law stance

Alfred Kr. Conkling writes from New York Oct. 38 1908 praising Superintendent Leary’s state deputies for enforcing election law after reporting a Mercer Street patrolman arrested for registering twice in one day while allegedly intoxicated. He argues penalties should be severe and urges continued support for the election bureau.

The Tribune Mercer Street Manhattan Leary Black Odell Alfred KR. Conkling New York

Governor Hughes a Welshman letter to the editor

Henry Blackwell of New York writes that Charles Evans Hughes, governor of New York, is an American Welshman and not a bigot or against liberty. He cites Welsh heritage with the Red Dragon emblem and predicts Hughes will outperform his ticket in the upcoming election.

the Tribune Charles Evans Hughes New York Governor Hughes Roger Williams Thomas Jefferson Hughes Wales Bosworth Piela Henry Tudor Henry Blackwell

Annual Tuxedo Ball at Hale­oween gala in Tuxedo Park

Tuxedo Park October 30 The annual Halloween ball at the Tuxedo Club drew large crowds despite rain. Debutantes were introduced with formal dinners hosted by prominent families including Miss Ethel Roosevelt. Numerous dinners preceded the cotillon, while autumn foliage and chrysanthemums decorated the ballroom.

Tribune Tuxedo Park Tuxedo Club C. B.alexander Ethel Roosevelt President Roosevelt Paul Tuckerman Dorothy Tuckerman Henry I. Burnett Dorothy Wilde T. Suffern Tatler Marjorie Gould James Brown Angelica Brown Henry P. Loomis Julia Loomis Grenville Kane Antonella Kane Charles 8. Alexander Janetta Alexander Henry C. Emmett Miss Emmett W. M. W. Hoffman George Wallace Forsythe Louis J. Pooler Ernest Wiltsee H. Rogers, Jr Reading Bertram F. Abbott Ingalls H. A. Alexander Edson Bradley Charles E. Sampson C. G. Mason Walter 5. Gurnee Joseph E. Stevens Charles B. Alexander Henrys. Raymond

Reading newspapers as a public duty urged by Yale's Hadley

Boston proclaims that newspaper selection and reading habits shape public policy and demand responsible press use. Hadley argues readers must verify facts, demand evidence, and treat public affairs like sound private business to elevate government.

Boston Arthur Twining Hadley Yale University Newpapers Hadley

State Campaign Ties Hughes to Wall Street and Reform

The Rochester Herald and Buffalo presses attack Chanler and defend Governor Hughes. The Buffalo Commercial praises Public Service commissions as a safeguard for shippers, manufacturers, and municipalities. The New York World notes Hughes gains Wall Street votes while opponents resist. The New York Times reports a revulsion toward his opponent and predicts New Yorkers will renew Hughes’s executive leadership in November.

Buffalo Commercial Public Service Commissions New York New York World Dem Hughes Wall Street Stock Exchange Kanier Ernor Hughes

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