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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1902
Page
4
The Tribune outlines its advertising policy and rates for notices and classifieds. It notes acceptance requires real names, editorial revision, andTables show per insertion costs for spaces and card notices, with a 60 cent application for advertising classification.
In Scranton on February 5, 1002 the Republican ticket argues for former Attorney General Griggs as the best successor to Justice Shiras. They praise his qualifications and note the pick would be a citizen of another state, a point of interest for voters.
The author argues federal judges are underpaid compared with other professions and urges a 25 percent salary increase, or even doubling, to reflect duties and standards. He notes the need for judges to abstain from personal business and cites growing costs and scrutiny, appealing to Senator Hoar's proposed raise.
Charles M Pepper, American representative at the Pan American congress in Mexico City, offers a review of the gathering. Most western hemisphere nations were present except Brazil. The event, marked by pre set programs and sharp debates, focused on international arbitration and Pan American unity. Pepper notes broad Latin American optimism for future congresses and closer ties.
The article reports on a conference hosted by the czar of Russia inviting American republics to pursue a general arbitration plan, with the United States and Mexico authorized to negotiate. It notes U S leadership in moral influence, cordial delegate relations, and a Canal resolution praising U S construction. It also covers Sumatra tobacco export plans and a critique of Chief Austin’s statistical work.
A Waterbury fire story broadens to critique on insurance, construction, and public policy. It references Ella Mulray in Holgen Montana, Bevo’s owner, Senator Spooner, Mrs. Soffel, Ed Biddle, Miss Stone ransom funds, and a new executive order restricting government employee lobbying for pay raises while the president weighs a Philadelphia Internal Revenue post.
The text churns through political remarks on Philippine policy, Senate divisions, and constitutional mandates. It mentions Mr Crimack, Admiral Seliley, and President Bom Gombens in a loosely connected critique of votes on suffrage restrictions and colonial questions, with references to public figures and pacification efforts.
A local ad notes a limited selection of blankets remaining with a large price reduction to clear the entire stock this week. The wording emphasizes a substantial markdown and a call to hurry for buyers seeking deals.
Tolard argues the United States must support Cuba’s independence from Spain with careful American involvement. He warns against poverty and suggests limited tariff concessions and joint opportunities to boost Cuban sugar production while protecting U.S. interests and investments. The piece frames Cuba as a neighbor and partner within the American family.
A stylish, eye fitting shoe offers smartness for good dressers. All our gentlemen’s shoes, normally five dollars, are now four dollars, a winning value for the economy minded buyer.
Local store promotes blankets at marked down prices 95c 1.50 2.50 3.75 4.88 6.50. Special emphasis on extra size all wool shrunk blankets priced 4.88 and 6.50.
The store marks silk covered down quilts down from 12.50 to 9.75 and notes prices from 95 cents to 3.00 to move stock quickly.
The text argues for severe corporal punishment as a deterrent for social ills and family harm, including whipping in every town and harsher penalties for crimes linked to alcohol and vice. It reflects a historical debate on punitive methods and public morality.
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