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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1907

Page

7

Public Notice on Standard Oil Inquiry and Government Action

Official decree notes that inquiry into prices and profits of the Standard Oil Company sparked federal oversight. Herbert Knox Smith and the Commerce Commission pursue facts, amid denials by Standard executives and a vigorous federal probe into practices and alleged misleading schedules.

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Prosecutions Fight Promised by GI Trust and Railroads

In Chicago and New York a conference among GI Trust representatives and railroad firms aims to counter prosecutions. The Federal grand jury for New York’s Western District convened July 9 and adjourned, with several indictments likely. The government, NY Central and other lines are involved. a jury report is pending.

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Burton to Lecture on University Policy and Politics

A report details Burton planning lectures at the university on science and current issues with a focus on the candidature of Kenney and Republican positions. It notes possible talks in Washington and discussions with Taft era financial concerns, plus Burton’s role in Rivers and Harbors committee and a tentative schedule in the campus context.

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Straws 5 Coming Home to San Francisco Speech

Secretary of Commerce and Labor announces plans for a homecoming in San Francisco on Saturday. Reports indicate he will address a gathering and deliver speeches as invited by local figures. The event marks a notable moment amid party debates.

UE Varamerce Exonivin Francisco

David Autcheson Resigns From Congressional Library Post

The longtime superintendent of the Reading Room at the Congressional Library announced his resignation yesterday. He plans to pursue travel and intellectual pursuits abroad and will leave after thirty years of service.

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Waiching Powder Trust Amendment in Delaware Suit

The government pressed an amended petition in a Wilmington case against the Du Pont de Nemours Powder Company of Delaware alleging a major transfer scheme. Papers disappeared then reappeared in the recorders office, the process dating back to July with evidence of a prior filing and subsequent delays.

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Roosevelt Desires to Be President After Current Term

The Globe cites a Washington dispatch alleging President Roosevelt aims to be Blaster of the United States from the New York State seat after his current term. It notes no room for doubt about his personal desire, while stating he has not publicly sought support or discussed a future candidacy.

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Road Rebating Probe Targets Ohio Excursion Bureau

A complaint against the Pennaylyagia excursion operator alleges violation of interstate commerce and misbranding as the Ohio Excursion Bureau, led by manager Doughty of Columbus, moves to secure a ruling. Editor CH Spencer arrived with an delegation from Newark and nearby areas to meet with officials in Washington and other cites.

Ohio Excursion Bureau Pennaylyagia Cimmisaton Co-Cay Clary Ohio Columbus Washington Doughty CH. Spencer Newark Fala Jusimond Janestown New Fark

Publicity Request From New Fork City Incoherent Letter

A scrambled missive appears to address the division of information within the Bureau of Immigration about advertising a movement. It requests wearing a red, white, and blue uniform and lower pay, while Terence V. Powderly notes the information bureau handles only distribution of official materials and cannot provide the requested details.

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Seaside Babies and the Pushers' Curse

Fragmented report describes a controversial event involving babies at Seaside, referencing a Pushers group and a ritual deathwalk. It claims authorities warn against the influence of a wide spread belief, citing fear that daily life is harmed by these supposed practices.

West Point Men Assigned to Service Branches

War Department announces assignments for 191... cadets to various branches. Cadet Lamen Gordon Slaeme from Pennsylvania and Cadet Edwic Eastman Priteds from Massachusetts received commissions as second lieutenants in the corps of engineers and coast artillery respectively. Cadet Hickard Harvert Somers of New Jersey and Cadet Henry Lee Watson of New Jersey are noted with other cadets among the travel corps. Secretary Wilson reported improvements in health and Canada’s Pilven sanction noted.

Hina Beestmend Press Ueteniog Boverd United Staten Minstery Academy Corpa Ixlisers Lamen Gordon Slaeme Pennsylvania Codat Edwic Eastman Priteds Massachusettes Mighteen Coast Artillery Corps Hickard Harvert Somers New Jersey Tavelcy Clan Henry Lee Watson New Jera Clyde Leslie Bariman

Reform in Korea under Japanese guidance envisioned reforms

A translated document outlines a program titled Administrative Reform in Korea by Japan, claiming waterworks, roads, hospitals, banks, schools, and police unification were built to modernize the Hermit Kingdom under Japanese supervision. It cites a 16M agreement granting Japanese advisory authority and details a shift to a centralized Korean system under the Great Korean Hospital.

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Cruisers For Pacific Open Route From New York

Two newly built cruisers depart for the Pacific after arrival in New York from France. They carry a unit under Rear Admiral Brockton to reinforce the maritime position. Admiral Stockton takes command as the squadrons proceed to join the fleet and head toward the Bas Brancleao theater. Riverine and harbor movements are planned with docked ships to prepare for the voyage.

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Connecticut Speed Trials Report Mixed Results

A fragmented report from Connecticut describes a speed trial event with unclear details. It mentions a ship, a battle, and several garbled phrases about locations and dates, including Breckland and Bajnyton. No clear outcomes, participants, or organizations are identifiable from the readable text.

Uniforms Stir Fresh Controversy on War Ships

Reports from New York August 1 describe a council of U S Navy officials debating radical uniform changes for sailors. Captains were sent orders to study long trousers and visor caps, while officers weigh the impact on enlistment and morale. The furor reflects broader wartime pressures to modernize appearances without hindering readiness.

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Famous horse killed in Army horsemanship test

A War Department initiative to improve horsemanship led to a famous horse dying during a rigorous endurance and fitness test for officers seeking promotion. The incident occurred as officers aged under ten years rode in heavy terrain. The horse sustained fatal injuries, while the rider and others were not seriously harmed. The event underscores the program’s aim to measure endurance and skill for battlefield mobility and leadership.

Boone Valt War Department Trak Barsenneki Nara Unite For Promotion Kim H. Colton Boston Merleusis Theodern Boonevalt Uatore Aueally Tim

Fragmented OCR of military notices and personnel shifts

The readable text lists numerous military and government names, posts, and assignments across commands and forts with scattered mentions of resignations, promotions, and administrative actions. Key figures include Capt. Chyrten T and Juba F, with references to Fort Bam Tom and Fort Willines Me, among others.

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Mud saves attoists near Anbury Park car crash

Two women and two men, residents of Belitar, were riding with Mrs A Krew and A Wylen when a car failed at a turn by the Bhazp River near Anbury Park. The vehicle left the road, occupants were thrown out, one man injured.

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Fragmented OCR note with scattered names and terms

A garbled OCR fragment lists various names and terms such as Dilets Haya Officers Lieut 4 FF Serene Bedale Mathematics and Merah Kaghel. The text is unusable for clear facts but preserves several proper nouns and partial phrases that imply a mixed, undecipherable record without a coherent event or action.

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Torrradges Sweep Towns Amid Tragic Toll

In a sweeping disaster across Mason City and nearby towns, one person was killed and Bereta Iajured as three districts Barnadoen Ahi Manyhur farms were destroyed. Fires and damage spread through Haplontown and Lake Mille, with multiple sites burned and structures ruined. Authorities report a violent incident near Batlogtaya leaving a casualty and injuries. a broader investigation identifies the Beane apollts and Dew Miollrs among those affected.

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Navy paper warns of deadly ship magazine design errors

A historical newspaper column critiques the design faults in American battleship handling rooms and turrets. It argues earlier navies avoided catastrophic magazine blasts by proper separation, noting loopholes and calling for safeguards to prevent future accidents.

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Army Rifle Teams Named for National Match Trials

Army rifle teams announced for national matches at Camp Perry, with cavalry and infantry squads named. Key officers include Capt William S. Gipy and Maj David Shanks leading teams. selections to represent the United States in the Palen competition. New department heads named at the Naval Academy and details of vessel movements and transports noted.

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Giant Locomotive Ready for Experimental Run at Schenectady Plant

A massive articulated locomotive, built by American Locomotive Company, stands ready at Schenectady, weighing about 3000 pounds less than a standard freight engine. It claims three times the hauling power of ordinary locomotives and is designed for trials with no crew helpers.

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Georgia Prohibition Ends As Law Signed By Governor

Report notes Georgia formally ends prohibition after January Nineteen Hundred Sixty Six as Aiden and others celebrate in the Governor’s office. Crowds gather on Capitol grounds as the governor affixes his signature and speakers sing. The text ties the reform to whisky restrictions and uses period vernacular.

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