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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1906
Page
4
A merchant laments dust from sewers and rails hindering business while neighbors discuss publicity and the cost of political primary advertising. Railways claim measures help them, and public debate grows as papers weigh in on the plan with mixed sentiment.
A 1899 Chicago speech attributed to Secretary Bonaparte, criticizing federal handling of trusts and Congress, is cited in opposition to his confirmation as attorney general. The article notes his controversial past remarks on legalized bosses and anarchist land policy, and reflects mixed opinions about his sincerity and tract stance.
The Attorney General signals full alignment with current policy and vows to pressure lawbreaking trusts more than the prior rhetoric from Senator Culberson and the Texas colleague. The remark suggests stronger enforcement against alleged trust abuses.
The item cites H. B. White as a potential Senate president candidate, praised as pure and loyal to friends from a southern stronghold, with strong Republican support implied if he runs and could win. Time adds experience to his pleasing personality and leadership aura.
A Richmond News Leader writer condemns neglect of telegraph and rail safety, arguing that engineers risk death and the public relies on prudent train operation. The piece defends brave crews while stressing essential safeguards and responsible action to prevent disasters.
An old advertisement warns that modern men’s hats harbor parasitic germs and cause dandruff as hair falls. It promotes Newbro's Hemicide as the sole remedy, claiming it kills germs and restores a healthy scalp. Sample requests are directed to The Herpicide Co. in Crockett via Mount Vernon Flour.
A vocal piece argues the public bears risk from train wrecks and calls for better telegraph operator standards. It urges shorter work hours for operators, higher salaries for reliable staff, and for railroads to hire competent telegraph workers to prevent accidents. It also notes wage disputes with the Southern railway and remarks on primary election laws and political commentary.
Mr Bryan argues trusts are the main issue amid industrial growth and prosperity. He praises Roosevelt for antitrust enforcement and warns organized capital can hinder individual initiative and government. He vows to investigate coal and oil combines for illegality and weigh grounds to act regardless of politics. Mr Havemeyer, Sugar magnate, blames rail rebates not tariffs for trust growth.
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