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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1906
Page
6
The piece surveys the 1906 political scene with focus on government ownership of trunk-line railroads, Bryan versus Roosevelt, and the impact on the 1908 race. It weighs party contrasts, warns against bought elections, and urges purity in campaigning while noting Russia's turmoil and editorial stances on Bryanism and Roosevelt.
The New York Sun and other papers discuss William Jennings Bryan's homecoming, platform shifts, and stance on money and coinage. They note his appeal and caution about political risk, with critiques of his proposals, including a possible income tax and railway nationalization, and compare reactions across newspapers from Philadelphia and Baltimore.
A fragmented cultural column quotes opinions on tobacco morals marriage and money from a mix of sources. It parades social judgments on cigarettes pipes engagements and wealth with sarcastic asides about men and women and the role of money in relationships.
A consuming report traces rumors of an affair between Rockefeller and Rylski influencing oil assets in Baku. It details Rylski’s rise, alleged forced seizures from Rothschild syndicates, and a £2.0 million loan backed by a Royal-backed syndicate, igniting conflict among foreign oil interests and local workers amid court battles and possible Standard Oil involvement.
Westington residents about to depart should arrange for The Post to follow them. This ensures they stay informed about Capital affairs. Addresses may be changed as needed and the pager will deliver promptly nationwide. Notify carrier or send order to The Post. Telephone Main 4208.
Public confidence rises over failures in campaign scrutiny and Roosevelt era disclosures. The piece recalls Judge Parker and Roosevelt, noting informants and managers who lacked trust, and argues Congress may lack authority while public opinion pushes for reform.
An important hearing on export cotton rates and thirty days notice will be held September 12 at ICC rooms. The session will hear petitions seeking authority to change export cotton rates with special attention to how ocean carriers affect inland-to-Seaboard pricing and rail carrier responses. The Texas Cattle Raisers Association and others challenge charges on livestock-haul transfers in Chicago and press for through joint livestock rates from Texas to major markets.
The Isthmian Canal Commission opened seventeen bids for cast iron scrap and other Panama Canal machinery removed by the French. The 7,200 ton junk sale is expected to net about $59,572, with David Kaufman & Sons Co. bidding the highest. The commission to award the contract within days via Purchasing Agent Ross.
A Philadelphia Ledger note recalls a Dumley remark about buried treasure and a Peckham quip on wives and marriages. A London Chronicle item cites Taewitnasa on Worcester bribery with 195 and 1802 dates, noting about 2000 voters expected to be paid for extra votes, but voters would take money if asked.
A letter from Bishop Charles McCabe of the Methodist Episcopal Church to Alan B Parker condemns an committee address attacking New York Life Insurance and Mutual Tire Insurance. McCabe says his name was used without authorization and he cannot support the committee's expressed opinions. He endorses the administrators’ tickets as best for policy holders.
Fairbanks visits Dodge City for the Kansas Grand Army of the Republic reunion. He is greeted by veterans and Kansans, speaks at the camp on Civil War service, praises the Union army, and departs for Boyse City.
Secretary Shaw of the Treasury announces a trip through Missouri starting September 17. He will speak at Hannibal Monday and Moberly Monday evening, Carroft on Tuesday, Kansas City Tuesday evening, Pleasant Hill Wednesday morning, Joplin Wednesday evening, Dixon Thursday afternoon, Lebanon Thursday evening, Crystal City Friday morning, Farmington Friday evening, Sikeston Saturday afternoon, and Poplar Bluff Saturday evening.
Osawatomie Kansas August 31 Gov EB W Hoch spoke at the final day of the fiftieth anniversary celebration of the Battle of Osawatomie. The event highlighted local Civil War era topics and noted Osawatomie as the birthplace of Kansas Republicanism in May 1859. Hoch recalled border troubles and the party's formation at that time.
Trustees in Canton plan an October meeting to inspect the McKinley National Memorial work and review Architect Aragonigie’s unfinished plans. Notables including Vice President Fairbanks and Postmaster General Cortelyou are expected to attend.
Report from the Ebbitt House details a Nevada corporation formed to rebuild the Palace Hotel in San Francisco on the Sharon Estate site. Key figures include William H Crocker, Willem Ferrin, Senator Newlands, Frederick W Sharon, Jenny Kirkpatrick, Wellington Gregg, and Col John C Kirkpatrick. Projected cost totals about 6.5 million for the hotel and 2.5 million for furnishings with a capital of 5 million. Plans by Eastern architects aim to create a famed show house restored to grandeur. anticipated high-profile management and financing from major interests.
Edward J Stetenen, a noted New York pictorial photographer and former Milwaukeean, told about 100 at the Wisconsin Camera club that photography surpasses art school painting in revealing subtleties. He argued a single painting can have only one version while a photo can show six or more expressions. He cited the idea that prosperity in farming phrasing may mislead to baby as a sign of plenty.
Fragmentary note contrasts two Nebraska classes in a supposed dispensation. Mentions New York meetings, Governor Butler era, Bryan, and unspoken fates. Text is unclear but hints at political divides and historic references.
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