J Andres Posted April 18 Author Report Share Posted April 18 Pacific Radio Network TRANSCRIPT FROM PACIFIC RADIO NETWORK STATION 101.9 FM NIGHTLY NEWS WITH FRED CAMPBELL March 7, 2166 ANTI-TRUST BILLS DEBATED Premier Edith Bartlett [CAMPBELL] She's back! [Sound of a drumroll] [CAMPBELL] This is Pacific Radio Network Nightly News, and I'm your host, Fred Campbell. Our good friend, Edith Bartlett is back on the air with us tonight, for the first time since becoming Premier. [Sound of trumpets fanfare] [CAMPBELL] Congratulations on your selection as Premier, Ms. Bartlett. [BARTLETT] Thank you, Fred. And I've been on this show far too often for you to suddenly start calling me, Ms. Bartlett. [CAMPBELL] (chuckles) Ok, Edith. I'm just very excited to have you here. It's been a long time since we've been able to have you on the show. [BARTLETT] Yes, well the transition to Premier wasn't easy. There's a lot more that goes into leading a conference than you might think, and getting everyone on board with our legislative priorities. [CAMPBELL] So let's talk about those priorities. Earlier in the week, you started discussing a pair of Anti-Trust Bills. Which corporations are those targeting. [BARTLETT] Astor Ashbridge Holdings and the Eastern Broadcasting Company. [CAMPBELL] Ok, so AAH and the EBC. AAH makes since. They've been discussed a lot, but the EBC? [BARTLETT] I don't think the EBC's broadcasting is problematic. It's their ownership and management of the ABL that is concerning. But, I'm unsure how far the EBC bill will make it. Right now we're trying to take the temperature of all the senators and understand how they feel about this issue. [CAMPBELL] Right, because the Webb Anti-Trust Act requires a supermajority of the Commune. 60% [BARTLETT] It's actually 65%. So we need to plan on getting 30 votes. [CAMPBELL] And you've only got 23 votes with your party. [BARTLETT] Exactly, so we would need to make sure that at least 7 others would support. That's where it gets tricky. And even the specifics may sway some senators. For example, overall support for the breakup of AAH is pretty popular, but when you start looking at specific scenarios, it becomes less clear. For example, forcing AAH to sell Rossingol Motors has nearly unanimous support regardless of party affiliation, but forcing AAH to sell or break up OSR doesn't even have the full support of my party. [CAMPBELL] So, should we expect to see a vote on any bill soon? [BARTLETT] It's going to take some time, but we're committed to figuring out the structure that has the best chance of success and getting in front of the Commune for their consideration. [CAMPBELL] Thanks, Edith. We are going to keep talking about some other legislative priorities in a moment, but first, a word from our sponsors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 19 Author Report Share Posted April 19 The Anchor Times March 19, 2166 KAMINSKI AIRCRAFT DEVELOPS BIPLANE The K201 SEATTLE -- Kaminski Aircraft announced the completion of the K201 Biplane. Thus far, Kaminski Aircraft had manufactured only balloon based craft. The K201 marks the first known horizontal launch aircraft since the Grand Mexican War. Teresa Kaminski greeted the test pilot on the tarmac in Seattle as they retuned home. The Cascadian government has restricted the sale or release of the K201 to foreign entities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 19 Author Report Share Posted April 19 The Anchor Times April 19, 2166 DANBURY RESIDENTS FEARFUL AMIDST ESCALATING VIOLENCE Main Street in Danbury DANBURY -- Danbury residents find themselves gripped by fear yet again, amidst a troubling surge in violence plaguing the city. In a recent incident that has sent shockwaves through the nation's sixth largest city, local authorities were called to the scene of a brutal assault in the heart of downtown Danbury. Witnesses describe a harrowing scene, with a group of masked individuals storming Tarrywile Pawn Brokers, smashing the counters, robbing the business, and its patrons. Four residents have been hospitalized including two in critical condition. "It was like something out of a nightmare," recounts Sarah Herzan, an eyewitness. "People were screaming, chaos everywhere. I was just trying to stay still and calm, but it was scary." The assault and larceny comes amid a troubling trend of escalating violence in Danbury, with reports of gang-related activity and turf wards rattling nerves across the city. "We used to feel safe walking these streets," laments David Martinez, a longtime resident. "Now, it's like every corner you turn, you're looking over your shoulder, wondering if you'll be next." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 19 Author Report Share Posted April 19 The Anchor Times May 3, 2166 COMMUNE PASSES RESOLUTION ON ASTOR ASHBRIDGE HOLDINGS Premier Edith Bartlett ENDOR CUIDAD -- After debating for the past few weeks on the best way to split up Astor Ashbridge Holdings, the Commune agreed to disagree, and have instead passed a resolution, requiring the Director of Industry, Alicia Lin to put forth a recommendation within 30 days. The resolution passed with over 75% of Senators supporting. "This wasn't the final resolution that I hoped for," Premier Edith Bartlett said, "But this is the path of compromise. We look forward to debating the Director's recommendation early next month." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 19 Author Report Share Posted April 19 The Anchor Times May 28, 2166 STARS AGLOW IN TEMPLETON PARK Princess Elizabeth, Baroness Megan, Shirley Reed, Dorothy Templeton, Carlota Sanchez ALBANY -- Lizzy's Lavish Ladies were out in full force at Templeton Park for the first game between the first-place Providence Grays and the second-place Albany Bears. And despite the Princess being married to a former player from Albany, and despite being in Albany's home stadium, the ladies were rooting on their friend, Carlota Sanchez, as she pitched for Providence. The ladies have been an increasing presence in the city as of late, as the weather has gotten warmer. The Princess is keen on keeping her friends close by, and it has been rumored that all of the young celebrities have rooms available to them at Francisco Hall. After the game, which Providence won in 10 innings, the crew descended upon the town, stopping at Sapphire, and Mirage, before settling in at Eclipse where Shirley Reed teased an upcoming single from her upcoming album. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 19 Author Report Share Posted April 19 The Anchor Times June 1, 2166 LIN PROVIDES AAH RECOMMENDATION Director Alicia Lin, Director of Industry ENDOR CUIDAD -- Alicia Lin, Director of Industry has submitted her recommendation to the Commune on the fate of Astor Ashbridge Holdings. the 85 page report concludes that Bank Erie should be divided in two, with one half becoming a public company, and that Rossingol Motors should be sold or made public. "My office has concluded that the troubling aspects of Astor Ashbridge Holdings are less the conglomeration of businesses, but the fact that those businesses are held by a single family who happenstance has blessed. It is for these reasons that my recommendation be that these portions of the businesses be made public, and AAH be permitted to retain no more than 10% ownership of either for at next five years." The report also thoughtfully laid out alternatives, such as including portions of the Ottawa Syracuse Railway, or including the sale of one or both professional sports teams. "I am eager to review the recommendation from Director Lin, debate it with my colleagues, and bring it to the floor of the Commune," said Premier Bartlett. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 19 Author Report Share Posted April 19 The Anchor Times June 19, 2166 CALIFORNIA COLLAPSES Flag of the California Republic SAN DIEGO -- The Californian War continues in the west. A major victory today for New Tahoe; however, as Prime Minister Aaron Slater has surrendered, and the Republic of California has ceded its territory to New Tahoe. This is not the end of the war though, as Cascadia is still pressing on and deep into New Tahoe territory. However, this will allow Tahoe to begin fighting on only one front instead of two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times July 8, 2166 COMMUNE APPROVES AAH RECOMMENDATION Premier Edith Bartlett ENDOR CUIDAD -- The Commune has passed the Lin Recommendation in accordance with the Webb Anti-Trust Act of 2058. The bill passed 34-11, having strong support from both the Labor and New Horizon parties. An initial public offering for Rossingol Motors has been set for the end of the month. Bank Erie will need to determine how to divide its business in half, and then half of Bank Erie will become a new bank which will also undergo an initial public offering at a later date. "This is victory!" said Premier Edith Bartlett. "For too long, we have let the rich elite continue to take our crumbs. This will send a strong message to our corporations that they must serve us the people." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 Pacific Radio Network TRANSCRIPT FROM PACIFIC RADIO NETWORK STATION 101.9 FM NIGHTLY NEWS WITH FRED CAMPBELL August 8, 2166 DIRECTOR COHEN IMPLICATED IN ETHICS PROBE Randall Cohen, Director of Defense [CAMPBELL] Corruption in Government! (gasps) I can't believe it! [Yakety Sax plays] [CAMPBELL] This is Pacific Radio Network Nightly News, and I'm your host, Fred Campbell. We elect our government officials to represent us, and to always have our best interests at heart. While most of our politicians end up being wealthy, we don't expect them to siphon our tax dollars directly into our pockets. But folks, that may be exactly what happened with the shipbuilding industry. [Archival Audio of Randall Cohen speaking] This Moncton designed propulsion system is modular and innovative, and will allow IMC and other shipbuilders to build ships quicker at lower cost. [CAMPBELL] That's Director of Defense Randall Cohen speaking about Moncton Integrated Propulsion Systems earlier this year. As a former JTech executive, he is always looking for innovative technology solutions. But, he neglected to tell us that not only was he on the board of directors, he is a principal owner of the company! [Sounds of cash register] [CAMPBELL] That's right! Our Director of Defense, forms a secret defense contractor, and then sends contracts their way! So far, neither the Director nor the President have made a statement. Isn't this ridiculous? And, it's a foreign company! Acadia only permits Moncton to ship their engines to IMC, which sells ships to everyone. Meaning even if we want to acknowledge that Director Cohen had a great idea which could have benefited our military, instead of creating an Andrean company, which could have provided the J Andres Navy with a strategic advantage, instead, he formed a foreign company, to maximize his profit and share his great idea with the world. I'm really interested in hearing what you need to thing. We are going to open the phone lines here now as we take a short break to hear from our sponsors. We'll be back on in a minute, to hear your thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times September 4, 2166 SACRAMENTO AND SAN FRANCISCO UNDER ATTACK Flag of the Republic of Cascadia SACRAMENTO -- New Tahoe has little time to savor its victory over California, as the onslaught from Cascadia has been relentless. Sacramento and San Francisco have both found themselves under near constant bombardment from the air courtesy of the newest Kaminski Aircraft planes. New Tahoe has little to counter the aerial assault with, and has failed to advance into Cascadian territory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times September 10, 2166 BANK ERIE SPLITS; BANK HUDSON OPENS IN ALBANY Logos of Bank Erie and Bank Hudson ALBANY -- If you are looking for a Bank Erie branch in Albany, you're out of luck. The division of Bank Erie is complete, and now Bank Erie is primarily in Katherine County while Bank Hudson is primarily in Gabriel County. For the next few weeks, Bank Hudson will continue to be operated by AAH, but stock in the new bank will be offered in an initial public offering next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times September 20, 2166 PROVIDENCE REPEATS AND WINS ATLANTIC CHAMPIONSHIP Providence Grays Starting Pitcher, Carlota Sanchez PROVIDENCE -- The Providence Grays (51-33) have outlasted the Boston Redhawks (44-40) to win the Atlantic Baseball League championship in six games, successfully defending their title from last year. In the stands, was Providence's biggest fan this season, Princess Elizabeth. Carlota Sanchez did not start today, but did collect wins in games 1 and 5 of the series. In the Appalachian League, the Pittsburgh Hornets defeated the Philadelphia Phantoms and will return to the Atlantic League after one season of relegation. The Danbury Vampires and Syracuse Stallions have been relegated to the Appalachian League. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times November 6, 2166 EMPEROR INVITES J ANDRES AND CASCADIAN DELEGATIONS TO SAVANNAH Alexander Augustus, Emperor of the Augustine Empire PENSACOLA -- The Augustine Empire has invited delegations from J Andres and Cascadia to join them for an important diplomatic summit and celebration of "North American Prosperity" in the city of Savannah. The summit will be held at the end of the year and extend into the new year. The J Andres delegation is expected to include President Eleanor Mueller, Director of Foreign Affairs Brooke Mueller, King Phillippe IV, and Queen Victoria. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times December 19, 2166 DELEGATION DEPARTS ON JAS ARTEMIS The J Andres Delegation to Savannah, President Eleanor Mueller, King Phillippe IV, Director of Foreign Affairs Brooke Mueller, Queen Victoria PUERTO PACIS -- The J Andres delegation to Savannah departed this afternoon from Puerto Pacis aboard the nation's newest warship, JAS Artemis. The journey is expected to take about two and a half days. The summit is expected to last at least into the new year, although details and expectations have not been shared with the media. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times January 12, 2167 SAVANNAH ACCORDS ANNOUNCED The leaders of the Augustine Empire, J Andres, and Cascadia: Emperor Alexander Augustus, President Eleanor Mueller, Prime Minister Elsie Huang SAVANNAH -- The Augustine Empire, J Andres, and Cascadia announced they have agreed to the Savannah Accords today. The agreement, carves North America into various spheres of influence, acknowledging mutual boundaries, and puts in place agreements not to violate each other's sovereignty. The Augustine Empire is responsible for the everything south of its current borders. Cascadia's sphere includes all of California, north into Alaska, and west through Montana. J Andres's sphere includes all of its current territory, as well as that of Ottania, Alleghenia, Acadia, and Detchitoria. What wasn't carved out, was the center of the continent, leaving an opportunity for the North American Continent to either become a future fourth partner, or be wiped out entirely. The accords appear good for the continent, it has placed clear lines on the map for the three major powers to follow. Most significant, could be which nation the accords leave out. New Tahoe had been a strong Augustine ally, but has been left out to dry by the accords. The accords more or less spell out that Cascadia can continue with their campaign to wipe New Tahoe from the map and that the Augustine Empire will not come to their aid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times March 8, 2167 OTTANIAN QUEEN SEEKS REFUGE IN DANBURY Isidora, Queen of Ottania DANBURY -- Amidst growing chaos in Ottania, Isidora, Queen of Ottania, has returned home to J Andres, seeking refuge with her sister, Samantha, Marquise of Danbury. The Queen is staying at Fairfield Hall, and currently no date for her return to Ottania is known. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times May 20, 2167 FORMER PRESIDENT BAKER DIES PEACEFULLY IN NORFOLK Former President Sarah Baker NORFOLK, ALLEGHENIA -- Sarah Baker, 15th President of J Andres, has passed away peacefully at her home in Norfolk, Alleghenia. Baker was born in Danbury in 2086, and served prominently in the J Andres military. Following her distinguished military career, she served first as the Chancellor of Defense, before running successfully for President after Mateo Bourbon's retirement. She served for one term before the New Horizon Party wave in 2140. After her presidency, she pursued private industry, serving as a consultant for Anchor Security, supporting war efforts in Alleghenia. She was 81. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times June 12, 2167 COHEN RESIGNS OVER MONCTON SCANDAL; SPARKS APPOINTED DIRECTOR Randall Cohen and Dennis Sparks, the outgoing and incoming Directors of Defense ENDOR CUIDAD -- Randall Cohen, Director of Defense, has resigned. In a brief statement claiming the scandal surrounding his involvement with Moncton Integrated Propulsion Systems was a "distraction", he agreed to step down. President Mueller announced that Dennis Sparks a veteran of the Second Ottanian Conflict, would take the position. "I have known Dennis for a long time, campaigned with him decades ago. Dennis Sparks will serve our nation well, as he has done in the past." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times July 9, 2167 NEW TAHOE CONQUERED; CASCADIA VICTORIOUS Prime Minister Elsie Huang SEATTLE -- Cascadia has announced that New Tahoe has surrendered, ending the Californian War and bringing peace to the continent once more. Prime Minister Elsie Huang has announced that New Tahoe territory will be integrated into the Cascadian Republic. Members of the New Tahoe government and military commanders are currently being held as war prisoners. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times July 23, 2167 KING LOUIS DIES; MATHIEU NEW KING OF OTTANIA The former and current Kings of Ottania, Louis and Mathieu OTTAWA -- King Louis has died in Ottawa. The palace has released a statement that the King had felt ill over the past week, and that foul play is not suspected. Mathieu will be crowned in a private ceremony this evening. Outside the palace, the calls for democracy have grown only louder, and have not been dampened by the passing of the king at all. Isidora, the Queen Mother of Ottania, is expected to return to Ottania for the funeral, but it is unknown if she will remain in Ottania or return to J Andres afterwards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times August 14, 2167 NAC PRESIDENT VISITS J ANDRES NAC President Anthony Cole ENDOR CUIDAD -- NAC President Anthony Cole visited J Andres today, spending time with President Eleanor Mueller and Premier Edith Bartlett in separate meetings. Cole and his contingent have spent the summer lobbying the signatories of the Savannah Accords, to have the North American Commonwealth join the Accords. While the Accords recognized national sovereignty on the east and west coast, as well as in the south, the central plains and the north are largely unaccounted for. The NAC hopes to fill that void, but sources close to President Mueller expect a significant uphill battle. "We are the third nation he has visited, and he has not opened any minds on the matter in the first two." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times September 20, 2167 RICHMOND STARS WIN GOLD CHAMPIONSHIP Milton Furlong, Third Baseman for the Richmond Stars RICHMOND, ALLEGHENIA -- The Richmond Stars (51-33) have won their first Gold Championship in the Atlantic Baseball League. The team is the first to have originated in the Appalachian Baseball League, won promotion out of that league, and win the championship of the higher tier by defeating the Buffalo Sirens in seven games. Richmond's star player is the legendary Milton Furlong. Furlong's career began in 2146, and had intended on retiring this year after 22 seasons, but after hoisting the trophy again, said he will play for one more season. In other baseball news, the Pittsburgh Hornets and Philadelphia Phantoms will be relegated back to the Atlantic League after only one year. The Danbury Vampires and Endor Dragons will be promoted up to the Atlantic League. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times January 3, 2168 MORE OTTANIAN ROYALTY FLEE FOR ALBANY Princess Rosalie ALBANY-- Princess Rosalie arrived at Francisco Hall in Albany today with her husband and three children. They were invited by her aunt, the Queen Mother, Maisie. The violence above the border continues as the cries for democracy grow louder and louder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 20 Author Report Share Posted April 20 The Anchor Times January 19, 2168 AUGUSTINE EMPEROR DEAD Emperor Alexander Augustus PENSACOLA-- Emperor Alexander Augustus, Emperor of the Augustine Empire has died in the capital of Pensacola. Cause of death at this time is unknown, but due to the authoritarian nature of the Augustine Empire and the potential for non-hereditary inheritance, foul play cannot be ruled out. Alexander became emperor after his father's passing in 2149. During his reign, he achieved his father's great dream of controlling the Augustine Gulf (formerly the Gulf of Mexico). He also conquered the remaining Mexican states and became a Pacific coast nation. Not he continent, he may best be remembered for the Savannah Accords, the treaty last year which provided clear demarcation of areas for the major continental powers. His funeral is expected to be held later in the week, which will gather the seven electors, and initiate the imperial election process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Andres Posted April 21 Author Report Share Posted April 21 (edited) Pacific Radio Network TRANSCRIPT FROM PACIFIC RADIO NETWORK STATION 101.9 FM NIGHTLY NEWS WITH FRED CAMPBELL January 22, 2168 CELEBRATIONS IN ROCHESTER ON NEWS OF DEAD EMPEROR Recently deceased Emperor Alexander Augustus [CAMPBELL] The Emperor is dead. [Cheers and singing in Spanish] [CAMPBELL] This is Pacific Radio Network Nightly News, and I'm your host, Fred Campbell. The Emperor of the south has been dead only a few days, but the citizens of Rochester couldn't be more excited. [Recorded Audio - English translation over Spanish voices] Good riddance. The devil is dead! [CAMPBELL] Rochester, of course, teeming with refuges from Elegada, all displaced by the now deceased Emperor. And while the celebrations are still going in Rochester, most discussions on the street are of a different sort. [Recorded Audio] I think it's Leopold. It's gotta be. [CAMPBELL] That's Harry Greene, a banker in Albany. [Recorded Audio] I mean, it might be Gordon, or Marshall, but I don't think anyone thinks its gonna be Sophia. [CAMPBELL] He's on his way to Annapolis, ready to place bets along with many others on the outcome of the Imperial Election. [Recorded Audio] I travelled down last time too, twenty-whatever years ago. Lost a lot of money betting on Valeria then. I'm convinced, I got it right this time! Retirement is just around the corner. [CAMPBELL] The Admirals Club Casino appears to have Marshall, the only surviving child of the first Emperor as the favorite. This news has many in Endor Cuidad scrambling as Marshall is expected to be the least hospitable to J Andres. We are going to take a quick commercial break, and when we come back, we want to hear your thoughts. Who do you think is going to win? Edited April 21 by J Andres Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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