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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1906
Page
6
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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