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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1899
Page
5
Holiday buyers fill city shops as shoppers rush to make Christmas purchases. The Tribune ads columns highlight best equipped outlets for quick despatch this season in Ecranton dated December 12, 1899.
A city editor urges stronger authority for the board of health to combat rising communicable diseases across nearly twenty square miles. The piece lauds the board’s past effort, notes limits, and calls for four special officers and broader civic cooperation to curb the health threat. A secondary item previews an upcoming column by Hon. Billy Mason on Boer affairs.
The Scranton board of trade defends its role in studying water rates and urges cooperation to promote local industry. The letter counters attacks on the board’s spirit while noting the need for calm, impartial inquiry into meter charges. British troops suffer a setback at Stormberg as Boer forces exploit the trap.
The text notes that Mrs Dewey and Mrs Miles have their social precedence settled by Secretary Root, Secretary Long and John Addison Porter. It suggests Army and Navy leaders gain or lose status by actions in Manila and Tallon campaigns, with wives included in the social judgment.
A miscellany piece discusses Admiral Cervera and a forthcoming tell-all by his widow, then pivots to debate over when the twentieth century begins. It cites university presidents, a strike in Altoona, criticism of Brigham Roberts's daughter, hunting ethics, rabbit control, and historical money supply per capita.
If a manufacturing plant does not raise workers pay promptly the Democratic party will lose ammunition for next year's campaign. The wage rising wave sweeping industrial centers is the most discouraging sign for the party of discontent.
The Scranton Tribune Yearbook for 1000 is to be released January 1. The issue promises careful compilation and will meet high standards as a reference work despite speculative ventures by a Rockefeller heir on the leather market.
Brigham Froberts already drew notoriety suitable for appointment to the sia of the New York Journal.
The fragment notes that the sorrow of spectators outweighs the supposed burdens of Patan rows, conveying a sense of collective grief or disappointment among onlookers. The text emphasizes emotional impact over the event's significance.
Report notes spectators and officials witnessing a tense six day race at Madison Square Garden. Riders endure enforced rest hours yet push through laps as new contenders seek glory, amid dangers of over training and exhaustion, with references to Whitelaw Reid’s earlier political ties.
Editor of The Tribune argues against municipal water ownership in Scranton amid a debate on meter rates for domestic and industrial use. W W Scranton rebuts calls for lower rates, defends uniform treatment for all customers, and questions the Water Trade Board’s assertions while noting current bills and past reductions. The piece criticizes the board’s lack of concrete data and warns against rate increases or city ownership.
Plain figures showcase a fine selection for early callers, presenting a concise view of available options and prices. The list emphasizes value and quick action for bidders or buyers.
Richard Croker sailed to Europe and was greeted by a large crowd at the fireboat station. Lieutenant Henry Cahli of General Choma’s Cuban army staff enters the University to study for a three year course. J Pierpont Morgan visits a private residence with lavish surroundings. John Girland Price, a lawyer and Alighn representative, traces Alaska claims. General Lew Woallhee proposes a fish preserve near Crawfordsville Indiana. Dr Samuel Smiles continues writing in London despite fame. Dr Beler named professor of American ethnology in Germany. John Ruskin remains in Contiton England pursuing art and music. Count Leo Tolstoi lives as a hermit in Russia focusing on literature and labor.
A catalog note touts silk umbrellas as fitting Christmas gifts with natural wood handles, pearl and gold mountings, and exclusive designs like Golf Tally Ho and Automobile. Prices range from $3.75 to $17.50, with a $1.35 umbrella available for ten days and a children’s line from 50 cents.
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