Rockefeller Reign of Oil: The Standard and Its Rise
A sweeping historical portrait of John D. Rockefeller and the Standard Oil saga. The piece covers early oil discovery and Drake's well, Rockefeller's rail rebates and Southern Improvement, the Cleveland refiners' fights, and the birth of the National Refiners' Association as he consolidates control. It details rebating tactics, refinery takeovers, and mounting opposition prompting investigations.
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Feller
Rockefeller & Andrews
Standard Company
Rockefeller
Young Rockefeller
Southern Improvement Company
Standard
Rockefellers
Cleveland
New York
Standard OU
Pennsylvania
Southern Improvements Company
Southern
Rockefeler
John D. Rockefeller
National Refiners’ Association
Johnan Rockefeler
John D
Producers ‘Association
Sagan
John PD. Rockefeller
Otsempans
Rockefeller and Standard Oil Power Tipped to Dominate Industry
A detailed historical account argues Standard Oil forged a rail rebates system and a centralized control network to dominate refining, shipping, and byproducts. It notes Rockefeller's creation of the Central association and Acme company, aggressive tactics against rivals, and a 1879 grand jury indictment that yielded no prosecution. It warns of accumulating annual profits around $45 million and predicts expansion into banks, copper, and other sectors.
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John D. Rockefeller
Producers’ Association
Rockefeller
Acme Company
Standard
New York
Tidewater
Standard Oil
Milons
Moses
Shakespeare
Beaten dog dies after chase by Brooklyn youths
A fox terrier attacked by a group of about a dozen boys near Eastern Parkway and Howard avenue in Brooklyn ran under a passing truck and died. The dog had bitten five year old Moses Frickel, and was chased after by distressed children as it was beaten and stoned. Officials planned to examine the dog's head. the child was taken for care at Pasteur Institute.
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Brooklyn
N. Y
Western Parkway
Eastern Parkway
Howard Avenue
Moses Frickel
No. 1814
Sterling Place
Pasteur Institute Desey
No Chance to Spite Him in Theatre Company
A leading man questions the actress about tolerating a boorish manager. The star replies that her understudy cannot even catch a cold, implying limited options and loyalty within the company. The exchange hints at backstage tensions and the precarious nature of acting careers.
Vice President Sherman berates street playing Guinea Kid
In Washington on May 20 Vice President Sherman halted his motor to scold a group of youngsters playing baseball on Pennsylvania Avenue. He warned the youths this was the last time he would risk hitting one and escorted the boy to a crossing officer. The Guinea Kid praised Sherman's hollering voice and admitted liking him as a fan.
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Washington
Sherman
Capitol
Pennsylvania’ Avenue
Rae
Pennsylvania Avenue
Quip on showing tenants a phone booth to gauge room size
A landlord suggests showing a telephone booth to prospective tenants first to prove rooms appear larger. The janitor concedes but questions the reasoning, implying the tactic plays on perceived space.
A Sad Life At A Club With Nothing To Do
A club scene reveals idle days as members lament endless objections to every idea. The dialogue shows a shortage of activities and a mood of frustration among the fellows.
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Ohio
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Edwin L. Drake
Drake
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M. B. Clark
Samuel Andrews
John Rockefeller
Clark
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Mr. Rockefeller
New Bork Cds Eee Ost
Pepe Oe
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McCormack-Romme
W. S. Romme
Holland
E. A. Holland
Sanantonio
Fox
Auto Sales & Supply Co
W. Crockett ST
DA ¢Ton
Tex
Tidewater Pipe Company
Himself
Guinea
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A. P. Ry
Rockport
Corpus Christi
Aransas Pass
Portland
H. L. Wagner
Houston St
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