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The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1908-07-25
Peculiar Baseball Fact.

Jake Beckley Is the only diamond
warrior we can think of who has play
ed ball in the home towns OF both
Taft and Bryan. Years ago Jake was
a member OF the Lincoln team and
few seasons ago of the Cincinnati
team.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1908-07-25

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The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1908-07-25

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The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1908-07-25

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New-York tribune., 1908-06-07
I'M THE INTERIOR OF THE ISLAND.

Pr, tbe-a fs a large tract of unexplored territory
In the centre of the island, the route through
which leads to the attractive places on what Is
called the North F1uke" The general shape OF
1o,y island IS very like a whale, and so the dl-
,-i.;o,s o< the eastern end have been termed the
s.North F1uke" and the South Fluke the lal'ef
ending in Montauk Point and the former IN orient
po,nt Going beyond the boundaries Of greater
Now York eastward Of Jamaica is to be louho
o,es,s a villa se OF distinctive Long Island type
EYoraI Park with its extensive business Whch
gives it its name; Garden City, piacs OF many
homes amid charming surroundings uhti heiiip
stead ts reached The beauty Of old Aen1ps1eao'
xj,b tts Revolutionary associations ano rehcs' i's
e ho,,e. snacious streets, good schools and
.hurohes tts excellent stores its modern improve
nen.s and delightful SOCIAL atnosphefo' orns' ~
sr45s of families under Its cnarm DUN SUNNI
and winter Near by. on tho HempsteAn IiAio. " %
~. meadow Brook Hunt Club. faIneo aAons
-.,.n ,cr its polo, fox hunting, and az tho
ciub borne Of the most exclusive circles ihe si'A'
main. ara not the least OF Hempsteahs asua "
tboush so great is their extent reacnins LILIES
width a distance of nine or ten miles 'iiousn ~
,,,.rsor of tho island that many villages ns h'
80. hora.rx In springtime this vast expehse IN
one mass of purple viclsts Of unusual Sic go
, 90 tbioxly that It is literally impossible 70 VAIN
| without crushing the flowers at every ssp
w..,hurv ,s the centre OF many fne estates, ano
near bv IN HicksviIe. between Jericho ano
80, Central Park Deer Park and BRENTWOOD a. :
h.aIrbfui and agreeable places Al CsntraI As''
II
fs a etats hospital -. 49,,
ponkonkoma lies Just south OF the lake OF tnAs
-. which lis one OF the beauty spo's Oh d
,Ina Named by the Indians and ono OF .i01
,ho.en resorts it is fully appreciated Ds N
.,oo.s.or. In possession. to whom II Is an uhs!iu
inc source of delight, lying clear and soiuy iipp
g, q. circle Of emerald. the scene incuolns oeHk
-, ..r,.stesds and cottages 1t 10 the largest nat
- ,v,sv Of fresh water on Long lsland- oeiae
-. -. ,,tles on its shore line. IL 10 Ieo ps
,r.. In fact IL itself q big spring. aho ms
,a6. n, ebb and flow that are In no way eo
80. Nth the tides of the ocean. their cause pens
an unsolved mystery. ,,.,.~,,I,s
ps.s,ne through Manor. Caiverton and Hoit1vln..
| - large town ts Riverhead. the county seq
/ :, sr,ork This is a business centre on 'h'
| -, p;ver with many attractive features a. q
e.,1,.r resort The bay and the Sound are Io.l
,.n. ...v reach and there arc boating. na'hins
shoo,,nr and fishing. all easily reached Aionk -.
81 "a. ~ Peoonic Bay. on the way 70 'feen
| . I. AoueboEue Jamesport- hatdtuck' ou
| -. ard southhold. the last named one OF Inv
| -, ,Iaces on the island.
| - niles further On oornes Gresn'or1
..rn,,nus Of this part OF the long .s."' ..usy
! 80. nnu1s6hAaly bsgsoA tneaains Aa's
New-York tribune., 1908-06-07
ON SHELTER ISLAND.

What Is by many persons regarded as the gem
Of Long Island is the separate island lying between
the North and South F1ukes, known as Shelter
Island While 1t has no town as large as Green
port to the north. Sag Harbor. to the SOUTH II
has a summer population which equals them both
on6 n has in the Manhanset House of the finest
and most popular Of summer resort hotels. There
is every facility for summer enjoyment. and out
door sport to bs found on Shelter Island All the
beauties of nature found. with every modern
convenience. Set like a gem IN ring between the
o1tstretched arms Of Long Islands two great
-p1ukes" Il is surrounded by other island gems,
son,e to the west, in Peconic Bay. and otnefs 20
ths seaward Robins Island. in Peconic Bay, Is
owned by the Robins Island Gun Club ana IS
,.achsa bv sailboats from Shelter Island or more
sirs,t,v from town by Cutchosue through Ne" ouI-
.I, cerd,ner,s Island lies to the east, with BLOCK
I.,.,a Tar out at sea beyond. The great Manhan-
90. House popular hostelries ana private Piace
9TH cottages facs the bays SURROUNDING ohoslo
Island; two golf courses add 10 ns iaiu Anu
r,snt. while 1t. aquatic advantages are uneouaheo
- ,h. Yacht anchorages and club houses OF tno
ah.,,er Island Yacht Club and the New YORK iacn'
rrrh are an everchanging panorama OF '1oi'iiis
craft adding their crews to the social gaSeoo" "a
the season
u,st vestibulsd trains direct from New York make
shelter Island accessible. and for those not hurried
.h. Montauk Steamboat Companys iae Irofn Ne"
y.rr nrovides delightful trip through tho length
=. ~. sound while the New London boats connect
,.h Roston There is excellent bathing 10 De en-
- W. 90 shelter Island. and the roads are popular
,,n au,omobilists and equestrians Few IL any re-
.arts excel Shelter Island in attractiveness
THE BELLE TERRE CLUB.
~scsnt striking development of a Long Island
r.1,on is the Belle Terre CLUB. IN tho fort 'ehe,
on ra9ion on the north shore Inns Is not oou,.
s'h , ~ social organization in the commonly
.tsd 'ly a sense. but highly select summer re-
aceepn,o1ious aceep and complete In all respe It's ana
al the reereations and amussments that can
,. desired This Bsis Tsrrs Estates Is. sOmDs,as
rS1. -. tbe eastern boundary OF Port Jener-
~hiSn Iy.rhor fifty y-ssven miles from New York on
soh ,I.,,..aus north shorA The property u sur
New-York tribune., 1908-06-07

rounded by water three sides. with five miles
Of the finest beach. There is only single en-
trance. guarded by lodge gate. The estates and
the club are under the same management, that
the members of the club and the guests have the
exclusive OF the property The artistic and
attractive clubhouse is bluff rising two hun
dred feet above the waters of the Sound, AFFORD
ing an extended view across to Connecticut and
Of many miles OF the Sound shore. On the prop
erty are forty miles of drives and bride paths
an attractive golf course, tennis courts, bathing
beach and all facilities for outdoor sport and en-
toynlent. There is a safe anchorage for yachts
in Port Jefferson Harbor, with a depth of water
from twelve seventy-fve feet we'll sheltered,
while ample opportunity is afforded for rowing.
canoeing and motor boating. The high ground and
larIa and the most healthful conditions prevail
To reach this delightful place there are trains
day from and to this city. express service OF
an hour and twenty minutes. with a special Belle
Terre car attached to the luxurious train.
An auto bus meets each train at the Port Jefferson
station, mile from the clubhouse. This station
is on tho Wadlng River branch OF the Long Island
Railroad and the trains start from both the Brook
lyn and the Long Island City stations. the former
reached by the subway extension in Brooklyn with
out change, and the latter to be accessible by
the new Pennsylvania tunnels under the East
River With the construction OF the new Long
Island motor parkway, work which has begun,
the region will be still more accessible for motor
cars which go thither by the Jericho Pike
and from it's terminus through Woodbury.. Com
mac snlithtown. st. James. Stony Bank end Sc
tauket to Port Jefferson by the Middle Country
Road II the south shore route is preferred II may
te taken to Patchogue. and thence the Island may
he crossed TO Port jefferson. By yacht the sail Is
most delightful UP the Sound TO Port Jefferson
Harbor which is connected by ferry with Bridge
mort Conn. Man and nature have worked hand In
hand to mako Bale Terre an ideei spot for sum-
mer snjoyrnAnt
New-York tribune., 1908-06-07

Orient and Orient Point where many summer
pilgrimage ends in rest and recreation.
Greenport itself is an embowered village OF nest
ling houses and hotels, with boarding for summer
visitors at every turn its docks and shpyards, It's
expanses of land locked waters leading TO the
ocean and navigable for yachts and schooners
which ply the Sound, and gives the first access to
deep water with harbor for large craft IN ths iano
of pleasure 1t is the gathering place OF sum-
n,er crnises because Of Greenports facilities for
supplies and the delights Of Shelter Island. across
the channel, reached by ferry
From Greenport steamers make their rounds from
Sag Harbor on the south to New London on the
north across the Sound passing the chain OF fslands
that stretch out heyond Orient Point.
New-York tribune., 1908-06-07
ON THE NORTH SHORE.

toe lighthouse crowned Bluffs OF the extreme SOU
eas,erly point ~ The island. Montauk point
New-York tribune., 1908-06-07

the preserves Of the Brooklyn Gun Club close
at hand Smithtown Bay is the largest and most
omen of the many on this shore line, with little
arms and connecting waters that reach out In many
directions. Beyond are Stony Brook. Setauket and
Port Jefferson Further Millers Place
Rocky Point and wading River, the end Of railroad
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26
Rev Frederick n. Buckley.

Although it has been felt by the many friends of Monsignor Slocum that his death was to be expected at any time the announcement upon the morning bulletin brought sense of bereavement to a very large circle of friends, both in and out of the church of which he was so conspicu- ous figure. A man of strong char acter and of great and noble catholic ity, he was valuable man to the city of Waterbury, infusing as he did his spirit of loyalty among those over whom he stood In the capacity of priest and leader His labor of love in the founding of St Mary's hospital will testify to his humanitarian spirit and to his desire to fulfill we'll his stewardship as the shepherd and pastor of his people. May those whose duty it shall be to appoint his successor send to us a man and priest as worthy of the city's love and af- lection as was Father Slocum, for he wrought that which was for the com mon good and made himself one of us, "and the clements.
 So mixed in him that nature might
 stand up.
 And say to all the world,
 This was a man."
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26
Was a GeneraI Fayorite.

What was it that made Father 6los cum such general favorite wherever he was known? Everybody would answer that according to his and her impressions of the man, but many might overlook one characteristie which had as much to do and prob~ ably more than anything else in giv- ing him hold upon his fellowmen. This was his proverbial good humor and ready wit which stood by him to the end. The last or probably close to the last time he was about town he told a Democrat reporter that he took great delight in watching the boys scurrying home to dinner from the shops. It reminded him of the time when be worked in the knife shop in Winsted and used to run alI the way from the factory to the house at noon and was invariably the first at the table. On one occasion he collided with an old farmer car-I rying a basket of eggs and the far~ mer and himself and the eggs went down in a heap. Fortunately only few of the contents of the baakef were broken and neither himself nor the farmer was hurt. The latter afs ter a good deal of fussing started to rearrange his stock, but by that time he was home and half through with his dinner He liked timely joke. and was chock full of anecdotes of one kind and another and had way of telling them that captiyated thoee about him.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26
Rev Frank Dunwell Walter.

In the death of Monsignor Slocum the city has lost noble citizen, an earnest churchman and champion of every true reform. The temper ance movement found most earn est advocate in this good man. He served his church with the best of his talents, and with the spirit of brotherhood toward other churches. We shall mourn his loss because we have all lost a friend. His sacrifice in the new hospital. which is being erected. shows the true spirit of the man. He lived to make the world better. May God raise up many more as faithful leaders as he has been that they may lead us to the truest and highest ideals of Christian brotherhood and earnest service for the Father of us all.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26
Altar Boys Tribute.

The following resolutions were adopted last evening at a meeting of the altar boys of the Immaculate Conception parish, concerning the death of Monsignor Slocum:
 Whereas, By practically pain. less death. God has removed from his highly useful and spiritually and economically successful administra- tion, the Right Rev Monsignor Will liam J. Slocum, in the ripeness of his wisdom, and
 Whereas, Monsignor Slocuf1. among his many good purposes and accomplishments. counts the foun1a- tion of St Mary's hospital, we. the altar boys of the Immaculate Concep- tion church, in special meeting as- sembled, have adopted the following resolutions:
 Resolved, That in Father Slocum, we have lost a fatherly friend, whose genial influence and wise judg- ment were of the best effect on our budding careers, and whose assist ance was always at our service.
 Resolved, That in the death Of Right Rev Monsignor Slocum, a man of advanced views and generous inl- pulses as been taken from us; that we are affectionately eager to place on record our grateful recognition of the sainted priests intentions and accomplishments.
 THOMAS CoNLoN,
 "JOfIN MONAHAN,
 ssCommittee.~
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26
Rev John N. Lewis, Jr.

Tn the death of Monsignor Slocum the city of Waterbury, as well as the Catholic church, has suffered a great loss, and one which seems almost ir- reparable. For many months we have feared this event which has just taken place, but this long period of expectancy has not prepared us for the shock. Our sense of grief IS keen and we all join together in mourning along with those more intimately associated with him. As Catholic priest and prelate he was honored by his own church. As a Christian gentleman, profound schol- ar, wise counselor, conservative statesman and true and loyal friend, we looked up to him as one of our first citizens. His sympathies were so broad, his nature so kindly, and his spiritual vision so keen. that it is not an exaggerated statement, which men sometimes make at a time like this, when we say, To know Father Slocum was to love him. To him the Catholic religion was truly Catholic in that it was uni- versal. He commanded and held our respect for the church in which he was a faithful priest. His sense of humor was so refreshing that 1t was rare treat to spend social hour with him. His stately person ality will go on living and having an influence upon many of us who, though not sheep of his own fold, have long looked up to him as guide, philosopher and friend.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26
Selected His Own Grave.

The burial will be in new st Joseph's cemetery, in spot selected by the monsignor himself on Tues day, September 15, while he and Father Crowley were there on . visft. He remarked at the time that when God called him he wanted all that was mortal of him to remain with hiz people in Waterbury. The grave is beside that of Father Shanley and within the shadow of the massive cross erected there some time ago. the sermon. which was cut short on account of a threatening storm, be- ing delivered by Father Slocum. Ht is an ideal spot for one's ashes fo await the occasion when Eve sh41l all rise with the same bodies which we had in this life." and viii uu-| doubtedly yet be marked by . shaft which win in some way express th9 esteem in which its tenant was Ae11 by his fellovmen.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26
From Ex-Governor Mclean.

Ex-Governor George P. Mclean of Eimsbury and Thomas D. Bradstreet of Thomaston, the state comptroller, forgot politics long enough last even- ing to say few words In regard to the death of the Right Rev Monsig- nor William J. Slocum at the republi- can rally held at Polls theater The parade which was to have been given by band and the Taft Marching club was omitted and this consideration followed by the tributes of the republican leaders were the subject of much comment. Comptroller Bradstreet spoke in part as follows:
 You and and the state have lost a noble man in the death of the Right Rev Monsignor Slocum. He was one of the gentlest and truest uoblemen that have ever met. He was born in the county in which is my home.
 "I shall never forget my first visit to Father Slocum. I was one Of a committee to secure speaker for the Grand Army and made bold to call upon him. After had stated my errand, he said: "Why, that's my own regiment. Of course I'll come." From that moment our friendship grew stronger. We all feel keenly his death and tonight, in deference to him, the parade which was to have been held and the music on the street has been omitted. Father Slo- cum and Bishop Tierney have been Of service in broadening our religious aspect. It was only a creed that separated us. What do we care for that. We are all trying for the same place. We all thank God for the great and good man."
 Ex-Governor Mclean said:
 "Only within the hour have learn- ed that an eminent man of your city -one whose hospitality I greatly en- joyed on two different occasions-has after the weariness of this weary world gone to the rest which belongs to him. It is only fitting for me to voice the sentiment that we all feel- to thank the great and kind Maker of us all for the good saint he has given us for number of years to love and respect" .....
 Senator Irving Chase in opening the rally stated that he had just come from the telephone where he had re- ceived a message from the Rev T. M. Crowley, thanking the republican committee for emitting the parade which was to have preceded the rally.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26
Others Who Speak Kindly.

Alderman Charles Fine said to- day that many of the Jewish people had approached him and asked him to express for them their sympathy in regard to the death of Monsignor Slo- cum. "He was greatly admired and respected by the Jewish people" said the aldermen, "all of whom are great ly grieved at his death. He knew many of our race and all of us liked him. 1 myself talked with him on a few different occasions and must say he was the finest man ever knew"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26
Kind Words from New York.
New York. October 23, 19t

New York, October 23, 190Ss MT P. H. Garrity, Waterbury, Conn.
 My dear Mir Garrity: notice in this mornings paper the death of the Right Rev Mgr w. J. Slocum, and knowing him to be your pastor, and recalling that I had the pleasure of being introduced to him by you some years ago, hasten to express to you my sincere sympathy in the loss that not only yourself and the Rev Fat hers church, but the whole city of Waterbury, sustained in the loss or such a man as Father Slocum wes. His place will be very hard to i'll.
 With kindest regards. I beg to re- main Yours very truly,
 NELSON N. MONEYPENNY.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26
Ministers' Tcstimonial.

The following resolutions were passed by the Protestsnt miniSters of this city yesterday:
 We. the Protestant ministers ok Waterbury, have heard with genuine sorrow of the death of the Rt Rev, Monsignor William J. Slocum, rector of the Church of the Immaculate Con ception. At 2 special meeting of our association held on Thursday, Octo- Der 22. 1903, we desire to express our sense of the loss which has come to the church which Is in Wa terbury. Monsignor Slocum in his long residence in our city has won the respect of all and the effection of the many who were privileged to come within the closer association of friendship. He was recognized as one of our first citizens. We appre- ciate the fine catholicity of his spirit; the value of his priesthood In the church of God, and the effectiveness of his public service In our city and commonwealth. We feel that our Heavenly Father, while removing this great soul from the ranks of the militant church to the hosts of the church triumphant, has left, in the abiding memory and influence of' this good priest. a benediction upon us all.
 We wish to express our sympathy with his associates in the prfesthoods the parish of the Immaculate Con- ception, the diocese of Hartford and with the whole church of which he WAS a faithful minister"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26
Rev 0. A. Dinsmore, D. D.

It was not my privillage to be Inc timately acquainted with Father Slocum, but I greatly admired the genuineness of his manhood, his cath olicity of spirit and the breadth and depth of his humanity. He was cast in large mould and was great as priest of the church, and as a citizen of the republic. He appreciated the good in all men, and by the uniyer- salty of his sympathy did much to bring all religious communions to- gether.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-10-26

Father Crowley Returns Thanks. gro the Protestant Ministers of Wa
 terbury.
 "Rev and Dear Sirs: As a very intimate and warm personal friend of Monsignor Slocum, desire to express my sincerest feelings of gratitude for the kindly sentiments that you have expressed for one whom I, like your selves. held in deserved esteem. Your tribute does honor to the memory of Ia great man and an earnest co-laborer in Gods vineyard.
 The overwhelming bereavement that has come upon me In the loss of my best friend precludes any lengthy response, but assure you that we Iof the Catholic clergy appreciate to the fullest measure your kindly Christian sentiments toward a broth Ter priest, whom we honored and re- spected as c man, 6 citizen and a Very gratefully yours,
 T. N. CROWLEY.