Foraker Explains Cincinnati Connection to Hearst Tale
In a Cincinnati report, Senator Foraker defends his past role as Standard Oil counsel, saying the work had no relation to pending federal matters. The account traces his legal service in Ohio cases, notes attorney general records, and cites Bennett’s remarks denying direct Foraker involvement.
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Taft Has Nothing To Say On Hearst Controversy
Cincinnati dispatch notes the Hearst controversy dominates discussion but most observers insist Taft has no comment or new statements. The article captures a tense atmosphere as officials and the public weigh potential political impact amid ongoing rumors and speculation.
Postum A Morning Alternative Praised In Kentucky Letter
A Kentucky reader shares a testimonial praising Postum as a cure for nervous issues and insomnia caused by coffee. After weeks, her health improved, sleep returned, and her family switched to Postum. The letter endorses Postum Co Battle Creek and includes a reference to The Road to Wellville.
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Governor Haskell Denies Ties to Standard Oil
Chicago Sept 18 Governor Haskell of Oklahoma issued a statement denying any involvement with the Standard Oil Company. He dismissed Hearst claims as false noting a W C Haskell former U S marshal connected to Cleveland, and said no requests or relations with Standard Oil ever existed.
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Haskell
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Standard Oil Company
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United States
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Ohio
Archbold Replies To Hearst Charges On Standard Oil
John D. Archbold, vice president of the Standard Oil Company, states that letters to Senator Foraker from years ago were proper and that Hearst’s claims of bribery attempts are fiction. He rejects links between Governor Haskell and campaign funds as untrue and calls Hosgen’s plant-burning remark absurd. In Franklin, ex-Congressman Sibley denies writing a letter warning Roosevelt about Standard Oil.
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Standard of Company
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Archbold
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Mr. Hearst
Monnett
Ohio
Haskell
Oklahoma
Standard Oil Company
Democratic Campaign Fund
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Franklin
Penn
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Roosevelt
Mr. Sibler
Engaged Mr Foraker in Standard Oil cases
Virgil P. Kline former Standard Oil attorney said in Ohio that Senator Foraker was engaged by him as counsel in ouster suits and canal case defenses. He recalled conferences with Foraker and supported his ability, noting no conflict with Foraker’s Senate duties.
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Hearst renews attack in Columbus speech
William R Hearst condemns Standard Oil ties and corporate power in a Columbus address, citing letters from J Archbold and John Archbold in 1902 and 1942. He accuses Sen Foraker and parties of backing monopolies, warning of moneyed influence over government and pledging to fight for Democracy.
Hearst Withdraws Support Over Bryan and Free Silver
The October 1896 deficit reached $158,000 as Hearst threatened to withdraw patronage over Bryan. He explained he would not surrender, calling Bryan a shell man at a county fair and questioning the fate of free silver, public ownership, and the referendum.
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Loeb Responds To Hearst Letters On Standard Oil Probe
Secretary Loeb issued a formal statement in Oyster Bay denying any change in policy toward Standard Oil. He noted that ex-Congressman Sibley and others appealed to the President to halt prosecutions, but the President refused and orders to continue the case remain in effect.
Sherman at State Fair Speech on Resource Conservation
Syracuse Sept. 18 James S. Sherman Republican vice presidential candidate spoke at Interstate Day at the State Fair. He discussed development and conservation of natural resources and cited Roosevelt and gubernatorial governors. Sherman urged national unity in resource policy and promised continued progress in American agriculture and land development.
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Roosevelt
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White House
Great Britain
United States
Gompers Won’t Reply In AFL Contempt Case
Washington September 18 The District Supreme Court will rule on the relevance of questions to President Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor regarding editorials in The Federationist. While the contempt case against federation officers is paused, Gompers declined to answer about a published remark claiming the Bucks Company funds the suit. He said the phrase referred to expenses and retainer payments and refused to give a definite answer. Davenport pressed for a strike, and Gompers warned him not to shake his finger at him.
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District Supreme Court
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Bridgeport, Conn
Bucks Store and Range Company
St. Louis
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Bucks Company
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Gould
Cannon visits Leavenworth and Fort Leavenworth
Speaker Cannon arrived in Leavenworth Kansas from Topeka and met with Representative D. R. Anthony editor of The Leavenworth Times. He toured the National Soldiers' Home penitentiary and Fort Leavenworth where a seventeen gun salute welcomed him Brigadier General Frederick Funston and Warden R W Mclaughter greeted the visitors.
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North Carolina to swing Republican this year predicts Cox
J Elwood Cox Republican candidate for North Carolina governor predicts breaking the solid South and aiding Taft. He tours New York en route to New England, citing radical Democratic shifts, anti railroad laws, and a three way Democratic fight. Cox praises Governor Hughes’s renomination as a principled victory.
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Cummins Predicts Big Taft Plurality in Iowa
Iowa Governor Albert B. Cummins told national headquarters that Republicans expect Taft and Sherman to win Iowa by 20 000 to 50 000 votes. He said Republicans are united for the country’s sake and will campaign across Iowa Indiana Illinois and other states. The Bee editor Calvin Chase vouched for Taft and Sherman, while Senator Beveridge outlined a campaign schedule from Carnegie Hall through the Midwest to Chicago and Ohio.
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le Sceur Center
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James D. Williams
Edward R. Finch
Indiana Special Session Opens Over County Local Option
Indianapolis reports a special session of Indiana's sixty-fifth General Assembly convened by Governor Hanly to decide four measures including a county local option bill and extra authority to curb night rider destruction in Southern Indiana. Republicans back the option. Democrats oppose it, with political strategy and temperance groups shaping the debate.
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Treat criticizes Bryan on bank deposit guarantees in Baltimore
Charles H. Treat United States Treasurer told a Maryland Bankers Association dinner that government deposit guarantees are unnecessary and risky. He argued deposits should not favor governments or officials, noting public funds belong to the people and officials are bonded.
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Charles H. Treat
United States
Maryland Bankers’ Association
William J. Bryan
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Barnes to Introduce Governor at Albany Serenade
Albany Sept 18 a serenade planned for Governor Hughes in front of the Capitol tonight was postponed to Monday night. William Barnes Jr will deliver the introducing speech. Luther Warner leads the parade marshal duties as four Albany Republican clubs organize the event. Hughes returned from the Syracuse state fair and may travel to New York tomorrow.
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Charles H. Gaus
William Barnes, Jr
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Albany County Republican Organization
Syracuse
New York
Ruled Out in New Orleans Nomination Papers
Fifty three Independent Democratic League candidates were denied by Judge W B Somerville after a mandamus bid to compel the registrar of voters to accept papers. The court ruled a separate filing was required per candidate, dismissing the case. The sestetrdr Shad refused to accept pen-nominations due to alleged omissions and irregularities. The ticket is headed by W G Thebault for Mayor.
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Stewart congratulates Hughes on renomination
Ex congressman John K. Stewart, a Republican governor nominee hopeful, forwards a letter to Governor Hughes in Albany praising his renomination. He pledges support for Hughes and the Republican ticket and offers assistance in any capacity. The missive closes with cordial regards and best wishes.
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The Currency Need for Elasticity Praised by Shaw
Leslie M. Shaw former Secretary of the Treasury spoke on The Currency urging greater elasticity in monetary policy. He argued that current banking conditions harm all investors and urged legislation to protect broader interests rather than a single group.
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the Treasury
Golden Rule Party Declared In Albany With New York Offices
The Society of Applied Philosophy filed a certificate of incorporation to form the Progressive Conservatives political party. Directors named include Marie Louise Burge of Hammondport Emily Bange and Josephine Bance of Brooklyn. The group aims to apply philosophy and Christianity to social political issues and to restrict suffrage to property owners while pursuing reforms based on the golden rule.
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New York
Progressive Conservatives
Marie Louise Burge
Hammondsport
Emily Bange
Josephine & Bance
Brooklyn
Hains Cases Set for Regular Grand Jury in Flushing
District Attorney Ira J. Darrin will present the Hains cases to a special grand jury in Flushing on Monday. Captain Peter C. Hains and his brother Thornton J. Hains are expected to face charges arising from the shooting of William Genn is. Darrin cautioned the Hains matter may not be first and may not be reached this month or next.
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Queens County
Flushing
Peter C. Hains
Thornton J. Hains
William G
Ennis
Hains
Mr. Darrin
Darrin
Jerome
Globe Trotter's Boat Returns From World Tour
The steamer Mineola arrived from Vancouver in ballast after a round the world voyage with Colonel Robert M. Thompson and 200 guests. It carried barnacles above the waterline, had been refitted at a cost exceeding 150.08, and the voyage reportedly cost 100. Can be inferred from Hogan Line charter in October 1907 and prior Galveston Rotterdam service.
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Vancouver
Colonel Thompson
Mineola
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