Prominent Citizen John Rawn Faces Power Struggles in Virginia
The mid novel scene centers on John Rawn, a wealthy industrialist, as he schemes to control a new electric monopoly with his partner Jennie, while facing moral conflict and aging. Grief, wealth, and power collide in a tense family and business drama set around Virginia.
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St. Louis
Grave
Charles Heakey
Patsey
Hlilses
Sloe
Grace Rawn
M Dehiuws
Werner
Tom
New York
Rye Erie
Thadses
Hawn
Talsey
Halsey
Rawn
John Rawn
Informal meeting of International Power Company directors
In Graystone Hall after turbulent scenes, key directors meet informally at the National Pen Club in the western city. Standley Ackerman and others discuss leaking news, a possible buyout, and plotting to challenge President Rawn’s control amid concerns over stock moves and a mysterious figure Van.
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Washington
Jefferson
Republic
Holy of Holief
John Jay
International Power Company
Graystone Hall
Geras
President Standley
St. Louis
Standiey
Ackerman
New York
Phew
Achertin
Ehuaur
Colese
Standley
Vari
Ini
Ano Dustant
John Kawah
International Hower Company
Van
Weo
Tomdimit
Rawn
Tome
Rown
Lis
Tle
Ned
CTO HK
Sure Sign. Gabe Smith Seems On The Sell Or Move
Quote notes Gabe Smith as an unusually agreeable man. Steve observes he acts as if he has something to sell or is preparing to make a touch.
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Gabe
Smith
Steve
Trade War Lowers Margarine Prices in Zerbst
Report from Zerbst notes a local business group adding margarine sales to their offerings. Prices dropped sharply, drawing brisk trade and a humorous reception from residents who viewed the situation as a staged joke.
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Wathen
Wateh Taghers
Zerbst
Watchmakers protest alleged collusion over watch bonuses
Report describes tensions at a local watchmakers meeting where jewelers allegedly offered margarine at lower prices by trimming watch bonuses. The dispute centers on prior sales practices and a request to stop the practice, with tensions appearing to involve several letters and parties.
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Method of Softening Gold by Boiling Water
A note explains that pure gold can be softened by keeping it at the boiling point of water for four days. This antique claim presents a curious method described as a way to alter gold’s malleability through prolonged exposure to steam at 100 degrees Celsius.
Wilson Seeks Congress Support for Armed Action in Mexico
President Wilson asks Congress for authority to use U S armed forces if needed to enforce U S rights amid Huerta regime in Mexico City. He stresses no desire for aggression, aims to protect dignity, aid Mexico’s people, and restore lawful government. He cites Tampico and Vera Cruz incidents as provocations.
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Washington
United States
Huerta
Wilson
Congress
Mexico
Huuerta
Hhuerta
Army
Navy
President Huerta
Petechin
Iturbide Bridge
Tampico
Pan Rtists
Tauipien
Adhiere
Apeleedes
Vinetta
Piretta
Tarplea
Itarbide
Paymagster
U. S
Minnesota
Vera Cruz
Mexico City
Huertista
Republic of Mexico
Kuerta
Uerta
Mayo
Lis Dermaid
Erisil
Liuertivtas
General Huerta
Senate
House
Woodrow Wilson
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Father
Jennie
America
Mr. Rawn
Lomas
Jeanie
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Ated
John Lawn
Theonaster
Ford
Mar Rawat
Ghiass
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