Round Up and Theatres Awaiting Evening Shows
Amusements section lists multiple venues and performances with show times and titles. The Round Up at Academy of Music leads a slate that includes vaudeville acts, operas like La Traviata, The World in Wax, and popular shows across venues including Daly's, Garrick, Hippodrome, Knickerbocker, Lyceum, and Amsterdam with dates and times showing a bustling theatre scene.
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Academy OF Music
The
Devt
Sey
ADWAY
Cabixo
Vauudeville
Griterion
Fluffy Ruffies
Daly
Eden Musee
Jack Straw
Gardex Theatre
Me Hackett
Vauteville Herald Square
Knickerbocker
Gottenberg
Liberty
Wildfire Lyceum
LYRIC
Betsy
Father and Son
Amsterdam
New York
Wallace
Weber
New York Daily Tribune publication details
The 1908 notice lists The Tribune Association as owner and publisher, with offices at the Tribune Building, 154 Nassau Street, New York. Ogden Ailis is president and Nathaniel Tuttle secretary and treasurer, with the officers’ address the newspaper office.
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Tribune Association
a@ New York corporation
Tribune Building
Nassau Street
New York
Ogden Ailis
Nathaniel Tuttle
Global and Domestic News Digest
A morning summary reports cholera rising in Russia with 400 new cases in St Petersburg and 58 more in Manila with 19 deaths. Maritime incidents include Seminole rescuing crew of Matheson and ships greeting American battleships en route to Manila. Domestic items note Taft hopes, Georgia ends convict leasing, Maine fires steady, Bryan visiting Albany, steel orders boosting Pittsburgh employment, and various local incidents including a Bronx Park leopard fight and a fatal auto accident. Weather: warm with a high in the 60s.
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Russia
St. Petersburg
Manila
Clyde Line
John A. Matheson
Baltimore
Perth
Western Australia
Newcastle
Asquith
Paris
Samuel Sloan Chauncey
Prince Miguel
Bra
A. L. Roth
Percival
Boston
Cleman
Rolls
London
Cincinnati
Hearst-Foraker
William H. Taft
Foraker
Senate
Hoke Smith
Georgia
Maine
William J. Bryant
Alton B. Parker
Esopus
Albany
David B. Hill
Pittsburg
Henry Hopkins
Williams College
Mamstown
Mass
College
Pillsbury-Washburn Flour Company
Chicago
Bryce
England
Manchester-by-the-Sea
Bridgeport
Lawson W. Fuller
President Cabrera
Guatemala
Cestic Island
Bronx Park
Zong
Christian Socialist Fellowship
Yonkers
Aero Club of America
Wricht Brothers
Mineola
Coney Island
Julian W. Curtiss
Abraham Stern
Board of Education
Bryan’s attack on the old political foundations in 1900s debate
The piece derides William Jennings Bryan for criticising Republican imperialism and constitutional limits. It mocks his attacks on the founders and cites Jefferson, Madison, Gallatin, Monroe, Adams, Jackson, Morris, Benton, Webster, and the Supreme Court while arguing territorial governance lacked constitutional constraints and linking it to broader party principles.
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Mr. Taft
Mr. Bryan
Republican Party
Philippine
Philippines
Greas
Zincola
Jefferson
James Madison
Albert Gallatin
John Randolph
Roanoke
Louisiana
James Monroe
Jon ‘Quincy Adams
Andrew Jackson
Florida
Gouverneur Morris
Thomise l. Benton
Daniel Webster
Supreme Court United States
Guardian of Constitutional Principles Revisited in Alaska Debate
A searing critique laments government in Alaska without constitutional limits. It mocks a perceived Peerless Conservative guide while attacking past guardianship of the Constitution. The piece questions whether reviving Jeffersonian ideals was worthwhile given current disregard for constitutional principles.
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Alaska
Jefferson
His Own Platform for Governorship Debate
The New York World urges Governor Hughes to repudiate the Democratic platform and argues Mr Chanler cannot be his own platform. Chanler is untested and lacks leadership qualities, while Hughes’ record, character, and resolve have made him a strong party leader. Chanler would face a tougher task gaining influence amid Murphy and Conners and a strong boss system.
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New York World
Hughes
Chanler
Mr. Chanler
Mr. Murphy
Mr. Conners
Ryan
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Mr. Hughes
Murphy
Asquith and the Catholic Procession Debate
A London Eucharistic procession triggers partisan attacks on Mr. Asquith over law and order. He mediates by urging Catholic dignitaries to modify plans to avoid violation and mob hatred while ensuring protection. The issue reflects England's ambiguous church state balance and broad religious liberty.
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Asquith
London
England
England’s Policy Toward a Religious Procession
The passage discusses England’s mixed approach to religious freedom, noting four State Churches and discriminatory creeds. It contrasts England with Russia and the U S and America, arguing a composite policy carried political risks, and suggests the incident should be left in the past rather than inflaming partisan debate.
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England
Russia
Rome
America
Tuberculosis Congress Opens In Washington
Nations will meet in Washington to discuss fighting tuberculosis. Experts debate infection channels, isolation, early detection, and use of opsonins based on Dr. Wright's index. Treatments involving serum and Koch’s tuberculin are explored for improved outcomes.
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Washington
Almroth Edward Wright
St. Mary’s Hospital
London
Wright
Koch
HB. L. Trudeau
Fourth of July Tetanus and Public Health Measures
An 1903 to 1908 review shows tetanus cases from Fourth of July toy pistols and giant crackers falling from 415 to 76 nationally, with Pennsylvania Ohio Illinois New York down but New Jersey rising. Local bans and safer play areas reduced deaths. yet 55 of 76 cases still ended fatally. Health boards distributed anti tetanus serum, urging prompt medical care after injuries rather than bandages. The Journal of the American Medical Association calls for continued monitoring of serum use.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
United States
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Illinois
New York
New Jersey
American Medical Association
The
Tribune
St. Paul
Detroit
Michigan
Minnesota
Boards of Health
Journal of the
Unknown Fourth of July Tetanus Pursuit Inquiry
Fragmentary line suggests a discussion of ongoing efforts related to a Fourth of July event or commemoration and a tetanus reference. Details are unclear, but emphasis is on persistence in pursuing a goal through July.
Market Turmoil Tests Taft Hold Amid 1908 Panic
Financial wash of 1908 shows panic pressures before the presidential election as stock and railway shares drift lower. Bond demand rises while gold stocks hit new highs. foreign exchange stays elevated. Trade remains uneven with mixed domestic signals and ongoing speculative activity.
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Bryan
Taft
Treasury
New York
Canada
Argentina
London Settlements
Paris
London
Boston
Chicago
New Orleans
Liverpool Cables
Cables
Lancashire
Democratic plan of popular selection debated in party lines
The piece discusses the push for popular selection of the next President, noting Republican openness and Governor Hughes touring the West. It cites Hearst praising party men, Monnett questioning the Democratic fund source, and Chanler's admiration for Hughes, with reflections on Travers in amateur golf as a contrast.
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Bryan
Hughes
West
Taft praised by Governor Hughes in Youngstown speech
The remarks praise William Howard Taft and outline his qualifications for the presidency. Governor Hughes extols Taft’s honesty, capacity, and reform potential, citing his federal judgeship and service to national affairs. Grover Cleveland’s final word to Americans frames the context.
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William Howard Taft
Hughes
Youngstown
Ohio
The Talk Of The Day Highlights Tax Duty For Churches
A sermon by Rev. A. A Nellis of Second Baptist Auburn argues church exemption is unfounded and churches should pay taxes. The piece also echoes Uncle Eben’s quip about covetous envy and opportunity.
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A. A Nellis
Second Baptist Church
Auburn
Chanler Platform Attacked by Democratic Press
The New York World and others lampoon Chanler for folly in opposing the Public Service Commission. The Times, Journal, and Watertown Times compare Hughes and Chanler, praising Hughes and Republican achievements while the Rochester and Denver platforms clash with expansion of the Interstate Commerce Commission. Empire State Democracy fights Hughes and its own platform’s native claims.
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New York World
Dem
Ufe
Public Service Commission
Atty
Ryan
New York Evening Mail
Rochester
Denver
Interstate Commerce Commission
Chanler
Empire State Democracy
Hughes
Governor Hughes Criticizes Slick Propaganda View
The Kansas City Star reports Governor Hughes arguing against the idea that American greatness lies in being slick. He emphasizes candor and a sincere life as essential demonstrations of character.
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Kansas City Star
Hughes
The President Attends Church On Final Sagamore Sunday
President Roosevelt spends the last Sunday of his summer at Sagamore Hills in morning service at Christ Episcopal Church. The rector Rev Henry Homer Washburn preaches, the President greets staff and parishioners, and preparations for departure to Washington on Tuesday proceed.
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Oyster Bay
Roosevelt
Christ Episcopal Church
Sagamore Hills
Henry Homer Washburn
Washington
Ambassador Bryce Arrives in Boston From Liverpool
British Ambassador and Mrs James Bryce arrive on the Republic in Boston. Consul Wyndham and Vice-Consul Graham greet them at the pier. They proceed to Manchester by the Sea for a few weeks. Bryce declines to discuss resignation rumors and comments on the early political campaign.
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Boston
James Bryce
Liverpool
Republic
William Wyndham
C. Graham
British Consul General William Wyndham Resigns at Boston
Boston dispatch reports Captain William Wyndham resigns as British Consul General effective October 11. Ambassador Bryce announced the move upon landing in the Republic, offering no reasons. Leahy, presently British Consul General at Valparaiso, is expected to succeed him.
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Boston
William Wyndham
Bryce
Republic
Wyndham
Leahy
Valparaiso
Rumor of Prince Miguel’s secret marriage to Mrs Chauncey
Paris reports a rumor that Prince Miguel of Braganza, heir to the Portuguese throne, secretly wed Mrs Samuel Sloan Chauncey, a wealthy American widow previously Alice Carr. Chauncey, widow of Samuel Sloan Chauncey, long lived in Brooklyn before his death and later in Europe.
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Paris
Prince Miguel of
Braganza
Dor. Miguel
Portugal
Samuel Sinan Chauncey
Samuel Sloan Chauncey
Alice Carr
J. H. Carr
Louisville
New York
Brooklyn
Chauncey
Don Miguel de Braganza
Don Miguel
Tuncheon entertainments in the Berkshires and social notes
Telegraph report from Lenox Sept 22 lists numerous luncheon and dinner entertainments hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Dixey Choate Paterson Gilder and others for figures such as Dr Francis Kinnicut t Miss Jeannette Gilder and Miss Clementine Furniss. Edwin V. Morgan will attend as guest. Malcolm McBurney won the Berkshires tennis championship defeating Leonard Stanley. Several guests and departures noted including Colonial and Boston visitors.
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Tribune
T Lenox
Richard Dixey
William Pollock
Marshall Kérfiochan
Dr. Lee
Kenneth Budd Frederic S. Sturgis
James Blake
Ross Whistler
Meta Mackay
Joseph H. Choate
Francis P. Kinnicutt
Robert W. Paterson
Thatcher M. Adams
Sidney E. Harris
Frank K. Sturgis
Minnie Mackall
Savannah
Isabella Shotter
Daniel Payne Griswold
Boton
Joseph Lovering
Boston
William B. Bacon
Edwin V. Morgan
Cuba
Richard C. Dixey
Malcolm McBurney
Berkshires
Leonard Stanley
W. W. Finley
Washington
Aspinwall
Henry B. Wilson
Paul Jones
Isabel Hoyt
Henry Perkins
New York
H. M
H. Des. Beals
M Channing
J. D. Higgins
Samuel Hill
Paris
Hill
I. J. Quinland
Social notes from Newport at Harborview and Muenchinger B cottage
Newport social scene features Mrs Alfred G Vanderbilt hosting a large dinner at Harborview and luncheon by Mrs J J Mason. Vanderbilt family traveling via Wayfarer private car with Reginald Vanderbilt. Guests include Richard P Lydon and sisters, F Hazen Cope, C Oliver Iselim ending Newport season, Cyril Hateh visiting W Brice, Goelets traveling to Goshen, Mrs E Clarke at La Farge cottage.
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the Tribune
Newport
Alfred G. Vanderbilt
Harborview
J. J. Mason
Reginald C. Vanderbilt
Wayfarer & Day
Richard P. Lydon
New York
Lydon
F. Hazen Cope
Phildelphia
Muenchinger
C. Oliver Iselim
New Rochella
Pembroke Jones
Iselins
York
Cyril Hateh
W & Brice
Robert Goelet
Goshen
N. Y
E & Clarke
Brookline
Mass
la Farge Cottage
George Gould Heads North on Hunting Trip to Canaan Woods
St John New Brunswick reports George Gould and a New York partner arrived by yacht from Bar Harbour. Gould, who recently chased moose heads, plans a hunting trip to the Canaan Woods as game season opens. He hosted luncheon for friends and toured the steamer Governor Cobb with Captain Thompson aboard.
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George Gould
the Tribune
St. John
N. B
A Taylor
New York
Thompson
Ion
Cobb
Gould
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Col
Lomani
Aence Amusements
New Jersey Adver- Brokers
Uisements Et Sewn Esos
Bert Na Roome
Proreenig Steamers
von Pine Eee Anes
New York Daily Tribune
MR. Asquith
Money and Business
Hearst
Monnett
Democratic National Committee
Travers
Garden City
Haskell
Oklahoma
Mr. Hearst
Grover Cleveland
Eben
Washington Star
Maeterlinck
Maria Magdalena
Frederick von Oppeln
Chicago Tribune
London Daily Mail
Eliza
Mickey
Micky Mulberry
Puck
Stenographers’ Association of
Cleveland
New York Times
Newburg Journal
Watertown Times
Charles E. Hughes
Ambassador Bryce Back
Manchester
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