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Newspaper
Freeland Tribune
Location
Freeland, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1902
Page
4
Freeland High School held its first commencement exercises on Friday evening, buoyed by a class of 1002 that set a high standard for future years despite a shortened term. Six graduates marked the year, attributed to some pupils not valuing the third-year program, yet school quality and taxpayer pride remain strong for upcoming commencements aided by the 1902 class’s example.
The United Mine Workers of America leadership, led by John Mitchell, calls for discipline and legality as the anthracite region faces labor strife. He advises workers to stay home, avoid saloons, and strictly observe laws to preserve peace amid the capital versus labor conflict.
A Friday Press item denounces a financial borough statement as a falsified puff and urges the anonymous critic to publish proof. It notes auditors Krone Boyle and Evans swore to correctness and contends half the rot in municipal government is known, calling for open proof from the informant.
A collage of political quotes from multiple sources critiques Democratic stance and leaders. It includes attacks on Hanna and Bryan, calls for labor protection, reaction to Quay and Elkin, and a stark proclamation by Rev. Dr. Parks endorsing drastic military actions against civilians aged over ten.
Large numbers of seventeen year locusts reported across the state with postal surveys sent nationwide for sightings. Stories include poisoning at a Jersey circus train, arrests for payment fraud, expulsion and discipline in fraternal orders, a judge’s fatal overdose, a powder mill explosion, a soldier’s funeral, mine cave damage, a cleric’s ordination, liquor dealer organization against speakeasies, and a fraud order against a Wilkes barre chain letter firm.
A health notice touts Dr David Kennedy's Favorite Remedy as the cure for kidney liver bladder blood and other ailments. It cites a testimonial from George L Smith of Holley Manufacturing Company praising relief from gravel and kidney complaints and advertises bottles at 1.00 each or 6 for 5.00 with a free sample by mail. The text also mentions Dr Kennedy's Golden Plasters for muscle pain.
Describes indulgent ancient rulers and guests using rose petals for luxury. Dionysius and Anticechus favor beds and couches layered with rose leaves, Cleopatra’s feasts spill roses to the floor, Verus wears garlands, and Heliogabalus allegedly crowds guests with petals causing suffocation.
A Boston Transcript quip contrasts a person who saves many coupons with another who relies on his calm, ready answers. It implies effectiveness without overt effort, noting a preference for cool composure and practical results.
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