Watcher got?
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Watcher got?
Watcher got?. Illustration shows Charles A. Peabody, president of Mutual Life and Alexander E. Orr, president of New York Life, playing poker with Samuel Untermeyer; each is holding a handful of Proxies in one hand and a pistol in the other. Date 1906 October 3. Watcher got?. Illustration shows Charles A. Peabody, president of Mutual Life and Alexander E. Orr, president of New York Life, playing poker with Samuel Untermeyer; each is holding a handful of Proxies in one hand and a pistol in the other. Date 1906 October 3
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October 3, 1906: A High-Stakes Game of Corporate Power This intriguing illustration captures a moment in time when corporate rivalries and power plays were as cutthroat as a game of poker. The image, published in Puck magazine in 1906, depicts Charles A. Peabody, President of Mutual Life, and Alexander E. Orr, President of New York Life, engaged in a high-stakes game with Samuel Untermyer. The trio sits around a table laden with piles of proxies, symbolizing their corporate power and influence. Each man holds a pistol in one hand and a handful of proxies in the other, signifying the potential for both destruction and creation. The atmosphere is tense, with each player intently focused on the game, their expressions revealing a mix of determination and calculation. The caption beneath the illustration reads, "Watcher got?" which adds an element of suspense and intrigue to the scene. The identity of the 'Watcher' is unknown, but it is clear that the outcome of this game could have significant consequences for the corporate world. This illustration offers a fascinating glimpse into the competitive and often ruthless business environment of the early 20th century. It serves as a reminder that corporate power and influence have long been shaped by strategic alliances, rivalries, and the occasional high-stakes gamble.
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