Roosevelt Warns Railroads No Quarter For Interstate Control
President Roosevelt in Indianapolis calls for strong federal action to regulate common carriers and value railroad properties. He argues the Interstate Commerce Commission should have facilities for physical valuation, separates rail management from investment activities, and supports broader law-based railroad regulation. He stresses patriotism, wartime unity, and the need to curb wealth-driven abuses while preserving public interests.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Federal rail policy urged for supervision and growth
A national program calls for full federal supervision over interstate railways, including stock and bond issuance, public disclosure, and prevention of overcapitalization. It advocates keeping rail management separate from speculation, ensuring fair returns to investors, and adopting physical valuation to inform rate decisions.
Roosevelt on Federal Control of Railroads and Public Welfare
The speech argues for full federal supervision of interstate railways, including issuance oversight and accounting standardization. It promotes physical valuation as one element, warns against overcapitalization, and urges publicity of railroad finances to protect investors while preserving fair returns and private capital for needed upgrades amid congestion.
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Predatory Man of Wealth: A Nation’s Moral Reckoning
A persistent editorial condemns predatory wealth as a greater menace than socialists or anarchists. It urges railroads to fix abuses, warns officers against bribery and blackmail, and calls for honest public service. The piece appeals for vigilance, justice, and moral duty by both officials and wealthy leaders, echoing Lincoln’s ethics.
President speaks and greets veterans on stage
The president told the crowd to make way for veterans, then began shaking hands and spoke for a few minutes.
Roosevelt and Fairbanks Do Six Mile Country Walk
President Roosevelt and Vice President Fairbanks undertook a six mile walk along county roads near Akron Junction Ohio. They stopped at farmhouses introduced themselves to locals and shared a glass of milk, then returned to their car after about an hour away.
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President Roosevelt's Indianapolis utterances draw mixed London views
The London press broadly praises Roosevelt's Indianapolis speech while questioning his railroad plans. The Morning Post warns the president may spark panic without clear aims and fears he could advocate limits on wealth. The Daily News leans closer to agreement but notes reservations.
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Investor vows unshakable will to battle predatory wealth
The investor reassured supporters by affirming a steadfast determination to wage war on predatory wealth, signaling a firm stance against aggressive financial practices.
Roosevelt jokes as train backs up in Bellefontaine
Special to The Washington Post from Bellefontaine Ohio May 30 describes a moment during President Roosevelt's talk from the rear of his train when the train moved back slightly. Roosevelt shouted to those nearby to look out and no danger followed. Vice President Fairbanks on the platform quipped that the President was scared because he is not used to backing up.
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Creel Denies War Rumor Between Mexico and Guatemala
Mexican Ambassador Creel stated there is no pending action or fear of war with Guatemala. He explained the assassination of ex President Barillas caused public indignation but no intent for conflict and said frontier troops exist to maintain order and protect all nationals.
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Ambassador Nabuco Goes Abroad for Europe
Brazilian Ambassador Joaquim Nabuco sails from New York on the St Paul to begin a Europe journey accompanied by embassy counselor Gurgel do Amaral and staff. Farewell at the station was hosted by the Peruvian, Argentine, and Colombian ministers among others. Embassy secretary A Valiosa joins for the continental voyage and sails from New York tomorrow.
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