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Newspaper
Freeland Tribune
Location
Freeland, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1893
Page
4
On the Democratic ticket for the state race Judge of Supreme Court Samuel G Thompson is listed. Also on the ticket is Philadelphia Treasurer Thomas M Dullard and Thomas McGraw as other nominees.
Washington letter notes Senators Voorhees Gorman and Palmer defend President Cleveland from patronage accusations. Gorman says he and the president avoid patronage and favors. Stewart presses for proof, finds none. Discussion turns to senatorial courtesy, twelve hour sessions, and the Voorhees bill’s uncertain fate amid cloture questions. The Van Alen ambassador nomination faces senate inquiry into campaign contributions and possible promises.
A curious account describes squirrels charmed by a woman’s gentle manner feeding from her hand and even opening a jar for nuts. In a country garden story, Charlie the pet squirrel slips from its cage to visit a guest, return home, and invite friends, with squirrels climbing on mallets and hats while a toy terrier tries to silence a bell.
An old Helena tale explains the phrase there must be a dead Indian under the house. A grave found during Exchange building led dealers to blame bad luck on the resting bones, a superstition that persisted among players until the house was moved for improvements.
Rev. I G Appenzeller discusses Korean social customs under curfew in Seoul and praises American missionary work. He recalls arriving in 1885, leading Seoul missions, and notes Koreans view Americans favorably, with the walled Seoul described as a three hundred thousand population city. Also mentions Downs Elixir linked to New England, touted by Dr. Schileber.
Readers discuss a new coal firm practice charging 50 cents for an employment approval brass check. The column urges firms to publicize changes, notes political shifts in the fourth district, and mocks party ticket plans while urging honest engagement with voters.
James McCool of Hazleton Pa recounts years of suffering from catarrh with headaches dizziness and breathing problems. After treatment by Dr Riegel he improved and feels like a new man. He urges others to consult him and offers to answer inquiries.
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