13 Feb 1903
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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1903
Page
1
A historical feature recalls how John D. Rockefeller faced public scrutiny as part of movement to correct trusts. The piece highlights the role of media attention in shaping perception of corporate power and reform efforts during the era.
Washington debate centers on the White House move against the Standard Oil trust and the president's plan to use publicity to push anti trust measures through Congress. Rockefeller telegrams and legal maneuvers are discussed as possible attempts to derail the bill.
Two mounted men stopped Northern Pacific passenger train No. 24 near Woodville fourteen miles from Butte late last night. The robbers took over 5000 dollars in gold as the crew and passengers faced a hail of shots. A sheriff's posse pursued the bandits and Northern Pacific offered a 5000 dollar reward.
The text notes the oil monopoly’s hostility to an unrevealed rebate clause and recalls rebates as the foundation of the fortune of the wealthiest. It questions whether rebates are still paid to the Standard Oil trust by railway companies, a matter public officials seek to uncover.
Vienna reports serious talk of war between Russia and Turkey with headlines claiming an epoch making conflict could force a redrawing of Europe’s map. The Morgen Zeitung predicts the expulsion of the Turks from Europe as a likely outcome.
In regal pomp and before a large congregation, Ran dall Thomas Davidson was enthroned as Archbishop of Canterbury and Primate of all England. The ceremony featured formal rites with clergy and laity present.
Robert Boyd showcases a four foot thick coal lump from a Muskingum county mine near Wills Creek. Leased by Boyd and Shipp, the lump comes from a vein about four and a half feet wide. The coal is high quality and mining prospects look favorable given stable roof conditions.
The ad offers an Edwards Piano Co organ on approval for those who see it. It invites readers to write to arrange a demonstration and bring a friend to view the instrument. The piece notes an average U.S. family size of 4.7 persons.
President Baer attacked national administration for meddling and urged arbitration through a wage scale for miners. The plan sets a three year minimum wage base, with a five percent raise for non contract miners from November to April, and a one percent rise for every five cent coal price change above 4.50, subject to regional price estimates by a commission chaired by Judge Cray.
John Gay suffered a finger injury when caught in a die press at the H. D. Beach factory Wednesday afternoon. Dr. Carr treated the wound and did not amputate. Gay had only three days on the job and was not familiar with the machine’s dangers.
W A Smith has been granted a patent for an open door rat trap with papers due February 24. Smith and partner R N Kirk plan immediate production but face wire shortages, aiming to start full operations by March 1 and expand to tag business. A House of Lords session requires an Archbishop two peers and a prelate for business.
A protective organization called the Bachelor’s Club has been formed with meetings twice monthly and possibly four times a month. A prominent bachelor told the Age this morning the group was created to defend against exclusion by social gatherings and to provide their own social recreation. Members’ names are withheld by request.
Washington Feb 12 in the house today the conference report on the army reform bill was adopted with little opposition. Fruit Trees available from J W Almacl at corner Wat and South Lawn offering fruit trees grape vines currants roses and early strawberry potato plants with delivery by phone 129.
Washington cables report Germany demanding a cash payment of 440000 or a lien on Venezuelan port customs receipts to settle claims. Bowen rebuffs preferential treatment and presses for adherence to signed protocols with Britain and Italy. The three powers seek The Hague ruling on preferential treatment while agreements to release seized vessels move forward.
Washington dispatch notes that Marcus A Hanna introduced a by request pension bill for former slaves. The move sparks speculation and chatter, though few expect committee action this session. The piece also covers remarks on four notable orations and debates over western statehood and policy.
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