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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1901
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune outlines advertising rates and policies including foreign advertising agents, publication delays, and editorial requirements. It lists per inch and display rates, classified ad terms, and a note that all contributions must be real-name signed for publication.
A Philadelphia Ledger correspondent describes public reaction to permitive reforms and welfare concerns. The piece notes scrutiny of policy proposals, the role of lawmakers, and a journalist’s view on the potential impact on citizens.
The legislature faces a reapportionment issue tied to population shifts. The Galay county shows growth from 20,000 to 78,000, increasing 10 percent and prompting calls for representative adjustments. County representation under current rules risks undercounting and unequal impact across districts.
A detailed proposal divides the city into three districts and assigns wards to Republican majorities. The Fourth district would include divisions like Pitth and Fourteenth, the Buget district covers Eighth through Nineteenth wards, and the Third district contains First to Twenty-fifth wards. Outside the city, a two-member Fourth district would absorb numerous townships and towns.
The piece notes Republican influence in district five and calls for reapportionment as constituents demand political realignment. It cites Dr Brewning of Philadelphia proposing a $190000 bid for Magee’s medical treatment, valued at $80 per session, highlighting perceived excess in public spending and questions about politicians.
A May meeting in New York under the National Civic Federation will discuss avoiding large scale strikes. Attendees include Bishop Potter, Henry White, Felix Adler, Samuel Gompers, John Mitchell, and Frank Surerent as it weighs compulsory arbitration models and government ownership of utilities as solutions.
The article lists international telegraph rates per word in several countries and notes a belief that government control of the mails could be satisfactory. It cites a large sum of money held in a strong box and discusses a debate over keeping funds out of circulation.
Opinion on education critique favors daily records over exams as fairer, urging teacher flexibility by pupil ability. Also comments on Cuban policy proposals, U S corruption concerns, and ex dictator’s changing fortunes, noting reader interest in a New York Sun piece questioning happiness on 220 a week.
The column blends a chaotic astrology note with reflections on newspaper life and public opinion. It hints at spring plans and the idea of a new building project, all written in a whimsical editorial voice. The piece preserves the quirky tone of an old Tribune astrologer column.
A garbled 19th century style overview discusses municipal investments in parks playgrounds and public works, noting efforts to provide spaces for children and the poor. It references New York City and Boston, mentions police beat conditions and youth facilities, and alludes to public and private roles in city improvements and social programs.
A long, garbled report describes new playgrounds and settlement efforts in New York and other cities. It notes a park department project to maintain skating spaces, a Chicago to see expansions, and a plan for a public bath and nature excursions for children.
The third volume of The Great Republic by Master Historians covers the War of 1812 through the era before the Spanish American War. It features essays by Charles Morris J. T. Head rix Theodore Roosevelt Charles J. Ingersoll HL M Brackenridge Benson Lass fig and others. The May issue of Everybody's Magazine and The World's Work highlight national topics including Cuban policy Platt of Connecticut and Russian Asia coverage.
A literary sketch reviews the eight figures surrounding the author Bard J. Berry. It notes how the public identifies him through tales and travels, referencing rail journeys and distant miles as a framing device. The piece highlights contemporary interest in his persona and works.
A report discusses the rise of American coal exports and the United States’ leading role in world coal trade. It notes export volumes reaching millions of metric tons, with the United Kingdom and Germany as major rivals, and highlights growth in U S coal shipments and production relative to other nations.
A survey of distant facts spans docks in London to hickory weight, prehistoric fauna in California, deserts between Atlantic and Nile, Swiss rail plans, old river navigation, earthquakes, stock notices, distillery exports, Saxony hymn memory rules, African dumbbell cymbals, hat manufacturing scale, tiny parishes in Wales, rising leisure travel, and a Dickinson county cooperative colony thriving with a ranch store bank and insurance feature.
A concise advertisement touts protection, insurance, and real benefits from its process. It highlights skilled repairs, economical service, and free fur cleaning and delivery. Free storage is offered while repairs are completed.
Sale notice offering men's and women's suits at discounts from twenty five to thirty three percent off usual prices. Limited quantities and sizes available. Prices and stock subject to change without notice.
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