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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1906

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6

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Washington residents planning moves are urged to keep informed by The Post which will follow readers to any part of the city. Change of address can be made as often as needed and subscriptions will be delivered promptly. Notify the carrier or send orders to The Post Main 4205.

Soldier and a Statesman Honored in Tribute

An obituary tribute lauds Edward S. Bragg as a brave soldier and principled statesman. It recounts his Civil War leadership with the Iron Brigade at Bull Run, his long service in Congress, and his unwavering integrity and independence in politics. It notes his pension controversy and his reputation as a fearless watchdog of public funds. May he long be spared to his country.

Edward S. Bragg Senate Solgiev Aristides Nke Callas Reat Dunes Rupert Bayard Claverhouse Bull Run Iron Brigade Stonewall Northern Virginia Congress John Randolph Trexsmy Free People House of Representatives Aince Tammany

Mosquitoes In Washington Despites Public Health Gains

A Washington city editorial laments pervasive mosquitoes despite a strong health department. It argues extermination is feasible due to Washington’s drainage, sewers, and wealth, yet pleads for decisive action to end malarial threats and nightly discomfort.

Shirt Tail Reform Sparks Nation Wide Debate

The Kansas drive for universal shirt tail length provokes a national fuss with farmers behind the idea while parties warn of political risk. In Washington a Senate plan seeks to fund new state Justice and commerce buildings on a Pennsylvnia avenue site, urging House approval to curb rental costs and improve federal operations.

Senate Pennsylvania Avenue Fifteenth Street Departments of State, Justice Commerce and Labor House State Department Root Congress Department of Justice Department of Commerce and Labor Washington Department

Russia’s Mighty Drama and the Douma’s Challenge

A commentary on Russia’s liberation drama as the Douma faces state power after the Bialystok massacres. It argues government planners hoped to deter reform by fear, while noting the Douma’s diverse commission including Jewish representation may expose state involvement in killings. The piece contends the Czar’s era is challenged by a bold legislative body.

Russia Bialystok Douma Mhose Roumasians, Men From the Far East and the Frozen North

The Douma and the Russian Struggle for Self-Government

A historical commentary celebrates the Douma's stability and cohesion amid incendiary speech and political pressure, arguing the czar cannot destroy the people's drive toward self-government. It notes American police actions for a safe Fourth of July, praising Maj. Richard Sylvester’s preemptive restrictions on fireworks and loud explosives in Washington. The piece also surveys critics of Bryan and reflections on memory vs imagination in history, with assorted vignettes on culture, politics, and society from the era.

Bel Cumming Dorma Friends of Liberty Maj Richard Sylvester District of Columbia Congress Sylvester Washington

Influential Royal Aides and Court Intrigue Across Europe

A survey of unseen power at European courts highlights Marquis of Viana, a captain turned trusted adviser to King Alfonso, and an English gentlewoman serving Queen Hiena as secretary and reader. It notes bankrupt laws in Germany and England, the Fugger family, and Denmark's Fredensborg palace rumored haunted by King Waldemar II, with Queen Louise guiding policy from Predensborg.

Europe Spain Viana Artilery Don Alfonso Godoy Napoleon Ene Rome Worcestershire Hieng Germany England House of Lords Shas Fugger Prince Charles Pugeer George Fugger Fuggeys America Cardinal Fugger Fredenevorg Asia Louse Denmark Wrederiek Hlaaig Swedensborg Esrom Denmirk Waldemar II Thut Gurre Fredensborg Guire Toyelille Predenaborg Esrom-Ea Fregiensborg Tovelile Tovelivie Paing Alexander III Russia Austria Fismarck France Fredenagorg Agath Alexander of Battenberg Bulgaria Waldemar Bulgeria Predensborg Lourge Prince Bremarck

Dissolution of Southern Furnace Association Triggers Price Shifts

New York June 22 Iron Age reports the dissolution of the Southern Furnace Association, a brief Birmingham iron involved group. Major sale of 10 000 tons to International Harvester at 18 dollars, price drops and competitive adjustments follow. Rail and steel markets outlook mixed with large contracts and rising wire products sales. The association dissolution prompts price realignments in foundry iron and steel sectors.

Southern Furnace Association New York The Iron Age Birmingham International Harvester Company Buttelo Southern Noog Foundry Missouri Pacific Florida East Coast New York Central Fastern Bar ‘Iron Association

Securities in Demand for Pennsylvania Railroad Loan

Paris reports strong French interest in a $50,000,000 Pennsylvania Railroad loan. Banks eagerly subscribed over three days, with Credit Lyonnais and the Bank of France initiating listings at par to allied banks. French investors favor American securities amid troubled Russian finances.

Paris Bank of The Netherlands Credit Lyonnais Bank of France

Dividend Increase Reported By Baltimore and Ohio Railroad

New York June directors of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company declared a semi annual dividend of 3 percent, up 1-2 percent from the prior period. The year ended June 30 shows earnings after dividends and charges of 8,726,074, an increase of 54,496,720. American Locomotive Company declares an initial quarterly dividend of 1.4 percent on its common stock.

New York Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company American Locomotive Company

Widener Elking Syndicate Advances Interurban Merge

In Columbus on June 20 the Widener Elkins syndicate under the Indiana Columbus and Eastern Railroad increased capital from 1 million to 12 million dollars. The issue includes 160000 common shares and 10000 five percent preferred shares. The Philadelphia and West Virginia interests control the group as it moves to amalgamate recently acquired Ohio interurbans. Lehigh Wants Stock Listed. Philadelphia June 2 the Lehigh Valley Railroad declared a semiannual dividend of 2 percent on common and per cent on preferred and will seek listing on the New York Stock Exchange.

Widener-Elking Syndicate Columbus Ohio Widener-Eikins Holding Company Indiana, Columbus and Eastern Railroad Philadelphia West Virginia Lehigh Lehigh Valley Railroad Company New York Exchange

Quakes in the Philippines Cause Widespread Tremors

A series of earthquakes struck the Philippines from 7:15 P.M. to 9:45 A.M., with Manila and northern Batangas amid the strongest shocks. Descriptions note severe tremors across Babuyan and Batanes islands and Formosa, though no damage was reported. The de Mavila Observatory cites likely greater intensity in the Babuyan and Formosa regions.

Laon Manila Baouyanes Islands Forinoa

Life Insurance Policy Payment Upheld

San Francisco June 28 A United States Circuit Court of Appeals decision upheld New York Life Insurance Company for refusing to pay a 14600 policy to J D McDougald heirs. McDougald had given a note for two years premium but did not make the payment. claimants argued lack of state required notice.

San Francisco United States Circuit Court of Appeals New York Life Insurance Company J. D. McDougald McDougald Couny McDougeld York

Watterson Addresses Brown on Sectionalism and Provincialism

Henry Wat terson spoke at Brown University’s commencement banquet on Sectionalism, urging a move toward provincialism and a spirit of local pride as he named the one destroyer and the other a builder. He noted a call to graduates to go South and accepted an honorary Doctor of Laws. Also reported are government receipts and expenditures including $1,700,000 in outlays and various revenue figures.

New York Bryan Lucknow Jessie Brown Campbells Colin Campbell the Sun Henry Havelock Price Charlie Jesse Brown Swift Jessia Brown St Henry Lawrence Providence R. L Henry Watterson Brown University Watterson Mr. Watterson Charles E. ‘Hughes Horace Witte

Parson Davies Briefs President on Boxing Ahead of Jeffries Talk

Davies the pugilistic promoter visited the White House and had a twenty minute discussion with the President about boxing matters. He implied the President asked about James Jeffries and whether the Californian had left the ring. Davies recounted the President spoke with insight and praised Teddy Roosevelt.

Davies Teddy White House

Roots and Durand Agree On Canadian Disputes

A Washington telegram reports that Sir Henry Durand and Secretary Root have reached an agreement on US Britain Canada disputes. A small commission will decide several points, with Canada represented. A decision is expected before end of July, notably on fisheries.

Specter Cable Washington Post Birmingham London the Post Washington Henry Durand United States Great Britain Canada

Tobacco import dispute between Panama and United States

Panama objects to United States tobacco imports into the Canal Zone arguing tobacco is not an essential construction item. If the Canal Commission insists on duty free tobacco, Panama warns it will protest and seek to block imports as a violation of Panama law and the treaty with the United States.

Panama Republic of Panama Canal Zone Canal Commission United States

Mayor of Toronto Visits Washington on Pleasure Trip

Emerson Goatsworth, mayor of Toronto, Canada, called on Commissioner Macfarland to study Washington's government. He praised the city as the dear city of America and Macfarland promised to mail documentary material on district governance.

Emerson Goatsworth Toronto Canada Washington Macfarland America Macfarlana

Ambassador Meyer to Take Vacation Return from St Petersburg

Ambassa dor Meyer will leave St. Petersburg in early July for a vacation route through Germany for a cure then to America. Paxton P. Hibben is named second secretary of the American Embassy in Mexico. Secretary Spencer Eddy, whose wife is ill in Paris, will return here in July.

St. Petersburg Meyer Germany Amerca Paxton P. Hibben Mexico Spencer Eddy Paris

Increase Legation Guard at Pekin to 200 Marines

The Pekin legation guard of about 100 marines, after a year in the Philippines, will be recalled. On July 23 a guard of 200 marines will sail from San Francisco to replace them. The Navy Department had planned for 200 marines at Pekin but limited by manpower. Officials say the change does not signal a worsening China situation or threaten American commerce.

House of Representatives Ae Lini Ocean Grove N. J Thomas A. Edison Sam Spree Dunne Philippines Legation Pekin United States Chine San Francisco Navy Department China Pekin Guard

Chaplain Miller Dead At Washington Barracks Hospital

Chaplain Oliver ComMex, TS AL, died at Washington Barracks Hospital after a long illness chronic myelitis listed as the cause. Born Maryland April 22, 1852, he served with Eighth California Volunteer Infantry 1898 99 and held permanent chaplain appointments through 1941. Retired June 4, 1906 for disability in line of duty.

Washington Barracks Oliver ComMex TS AL Miller Maryland Eighth California Volunteer Infantry Artillery Corps Thirteenth Cavalry

Chilean trade push discussed by Spencer in Washington

Edward C. Spencer special commissioner of the Chilean government in Washington seeks to boost U S Chilean trade. He urges a subsidized steamship line from Panama to Chilean ports and notes Chile’s rich minerals and readiness to progress though European firms now lead in trade.

Edward C. Spencer Washington Legatioa Chile United States Spencer South American Cven Peer of Trade Weationed Manufacturers’ Association Panama South Africa United State

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