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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1901
Page
5
The Daily Tribune announces its weekly edition at fifty cents a month and outlines its policy for letters from readers. It states editorial revision will occur and that content must be genuine in tone and authored by the writer, with concurrent topics allowed but requiring publication-ready revisions.
The Flat Rater for Advertising lists price per insert and space within a year. It explains run of sidings full display and paper reading position options with rates per line, along with charges for classified advertising and obituary notices in cards of condolences.
In a brief note from Ecranton Pennsylvania dated August 10 1901 a reference to the Iowa State convention suggests Candidate Conger again faces public pressure. The passage notes gratitude to republics and hints at political sentiment surrounding the event.
Senator James Vaughan died while on a brief Maplewood vacation. A Republican leader from Scranton area, Vaughan was noted for honesty and public service as teacher, lawyer, and legislator. His recent Harrisburg work supported hospital charities and charitable appropriations. The loss is mourned across the city and state. The Wilkes-Barre Leader referenced a note about Fred Dilher’s chain.
Astronomical notes describe Jupiter as well positioned for observation in the southeast and early evening with Saturn nearby and Venus joining in November. The southern belt appears dark and distinct while the northern belt is fainter. the northern hemisphere shows belts of varying width and a grayish north Pele region.
Revival of interest in the trotter OPTLAR INTEREST rises after Crescene in ran a mile in 2 minutes 2 1 4 seconds. Though the stallion did not beat his mark at Poughkeepsie, many still believe two minute trotters may become a twentieth century marvel as breeders, trainers, and drivers continue refining American trotters.
Public interest centers on trotter racing and annual equine contests while spectators flock to running matches. Mayor Hinchliffe cancels plans for an anarchist performance in Paterson, N J, amid ongoing debate about public displays and safety.
The piece notes U S interest in Central American turmoil and Venezuela unrest, with a gunboat sent to Colon to monitor developments. It recalls 1848 and 1885 actions to keep an open isthmian line and mentions marines detaining rebel leaders. It ends by remarking on the vice president’s role and influence.
Residents along the Gulf coast rally to save native sea birds from extinction. Investigations show gulls and water hens may vanish within years due to ruthless smuggling and indiscriminate hunting. Efforts push for strict protection laws and enforcement to curb the trade in plumage and eyes.
The Cambria county Democrats adopt a platform of alleged new lines in a season of labor strain. The piece predicts broad misery distribution favoring the steel industry, while critics fear lack of originality beyond Jeffersonian faith, Bryan endorsement, and anti Republican rhetoric. Senator Stewart notes the Klondike gold crop may keep the issue quiet.
Propitious elements surround a child born on this day and hint at inspiration. prophecy speaks of talent and caution. The text hints at luck and personal traits, with celestial cues noting modest self restraint may aid fortune.
A survey of the Schley inquiry argues the case shows disputed points over naval strategy in the West Indies. It notes criticisms of delays and coal supply claims, with focus on command decisions from May to the Santiago campaign and the debates over who led the fleet.
The article analyzes naval maneuvers around a harbor entrance and the controversial Brooklyn loop by Captain Sehlen amid a larger discourse on U S naval power. It then shifts to a bold forecast of Texas oil booms, coal dominance, and U S industrial growth transforming global markets and trade to outpace Britain within two decades.
An 19th century editorial extols US wealth growth from census figures and per capita gains across 1800s. It credits American manufacturing with industrial supremacy and predicts New York as world financial center while Britain’s primacy wanes. It notes rapid corporate growth and the emergence of vast capital undertakings in Europe and America.
A Philadelphia post office clerk found a February 11 1878 postal card from Mor Haville Pennsylvania in a mail bundle. It traveled about a mile per year, breaking transit records, toward Mount Holly and Glenwood Nurseries in Mar vieville. The card urged: Please come over and see us as soon as possible.
The Philadelphia Press cites the Olyphant Record that Congressman Connell may enter the gubernatorial race opposing Attorney General Elkin who seeks the Quay machine nomination Elkin must campaign hard regardless of weather while Monnell could become a strong candidate if the governorship opens.
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