New Era in Finance Prompts Publicity in Western Union Buyout
A historic shift in corporate governance follows Western Union Telegraph's sale to AT&T led by Theodore Vall. Public disclosure of asset inventories and surplus corrections sparked investor confidence as stock rose, with Harper's Weekly calling it a dawn of a new era in corporation finance.
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Volon Telegraph Company
American Telephone and Telegraph Company
Theodore Mail
Purchasing Corporation
Heald
Weatera Unon
Te'ey Hone
Western Union
Theodore X Vall
Bie
Ae Sovistes
Marke
Auance
Clorkholders
Wall
Western
Ft Fe
Timeliness and Limits of Reform Highlighted in Quote
A quotation from Rushin emphasizes that reform measures work best when timely and precise. It warns that delay allows corruption to spread and errors to become permanent, urging proactive action to correct incipient faults before ruinous decay.
Roosevelts attack on judges sparks constitutional debate
Senator Root defends judicial independence amid Roosevelt criticism of judges who issue decisions not aligned with progressive aims. The piece contrasts Roosevelt’s push for law as interpreted by executives with the need for judicial restraint and constitutional limits.
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Senator
Stoomewelt
Roosevelt
Judgne Baldwin
Nidges
United States
Hoemevelt
White House
Holmen
Beranee
Humphreyes
Juliane Roane
Wwere
Moomier
Oonett Hathonal Grounds
Racers
Feve Stiavke
Faldiwin Tin
Moule
Caee Fc
Wielhees
Floewevetts
Jawa
Laveru Atel
Tous Velt
Springfield
Reputiteas
Defenders of the Present Tariff Debate
The New York Journal of Commerce argues that tariff advocates claim only half truths. It notes rising living costs, both domestically and abroad, driven by tariffs intended to protect industries by raising prices and shielding them from foreign competition.
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Europe
United States
New York Journal of Commerce, Ind
Where Was the Colonel in Pennsylvania Campaign?
Dr. Lyman Abbott notes the greatest drop in Republican votes came in Pennsylvania where the colonel did not speak during the campaign. He asks why the colonel dodged the state while tens of thousands of Republicans opposed the Penrose candidate over personal corruption charges and urged decent government.
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Pennsylvania
Lyman Abbott
Penrose
Roosevelt Speech Notes Tariff Debate at Geneva
In a Geneva speech, Roosevelt faulted the Republican convention for not taking a stronger progressive tariff stance. He said Taft and Republicans broadly favor reviving the tariff via a commission, and asserted Republicans will eventually align on the tariff issue.
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Geneva
Roosevelt
Republian
Taft
Red Cross Seal History Traces Charity Stamps Use
History traces Red Cross Christmas seals from 1862 Civil War soldiers relief in Boston to fundraising abroad and later in the United States. Early efforts in Norway and Sweden led to a national tuberculosis stamp in Delaware and a major Red Cross drive, with millions raised and expectations of a nationwide sale reaching one million for tuberculosis work.
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Soldiers Relief Funds
Boston
Portugal
Switzerland
Australia
France
Spain
Denmark
Norway
Russia
Sweden
Jacob Riis
Delaware Anti Tuberculosis Association
Mise Emily P [Jewell
Red Cros Society of Delaware
American Red Cross
Red Cross
United States
Preacher and choir notes spark attention in loft collection
A deacon climbed to the loft to take up the collection as a phono graph choir and a lesson attracted effort and curiosity. The scene drew scrutiny as attendees questioned the performers and the offering.
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Pire
Digestive Aid Promise in a Five Minute Relief Claim
An advertisement touts Papes Diapepsin as a harmless preparation that promptly aids digestion within five minutes. It promises relief from indigestion belching and heartburn, claims no sourness or gaseous discomfort, and asserts quick action on unsettled stomachs with regular use.
Distemper Cure Ad and Odd Local Interaction
An odd ad shows BPORNE DISTEMPER CURE claimed to cure distemper pinkeye and related horse ailments, prevents spread, also cures chicken cholera and dog distemper. The notice requests agents and offers a free book from Spahn Medical Co. Con Gascon Goshen Ind. A brief domestic scene precedes the ad with a young man noting a delicate hint from a young lady during a call.
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Bporne
Spahn Medical Co
Ancient City Tarsus Embraces Electric Lighting
Tarsus, the ancient city in Asia Minor where Paul was born, is now illuminated by electricity supplied from the Cydnus river. The city has 450 electric street lights and about 600 incandescent lights for private use.
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Tarsus
Asia Minor
Apostle Pau
Cydnus
Humble Man Reflects on Worth and Humility
A short philosophical note asserts that true humility comes from valuing oneself without vanity. It argues the humble person rejects worthlessness and finds meaning in steady self respect.
Fragmented Imran Moments and Free Post Card Offer
Fragmentary chatter mentions Mr Darwin's gardener and a tired taster. a light exchange about a theater engagement follows. An advertisement promotes Smart Set Christmas Post Cards with a 2-cent stamp sample offer from Artee Cardhuh in Topeka Kansas.
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Jackson 1
Topeka
Kan
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