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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1901
Page
4
The piece urges readers to stay calm amid sensational chatter and to rely on the exclusive Associated Press network for reliable updates. It notes the importance of avoiding overreaction during unfolding events and emphasizes trusted reporting sources.
The article argues that while conservatives favor annexation, business interests in Cuba have not engaged in politics or advocated a convention plan. Merchants and planters fear a government dominated by non-producers and urge owners to assert responsibility to secure economic access to markets and oppose schemes seeking to exploit Cuba’s resources.
Washington policy attaches a notice with each passport outlining laws of destination and protections available. The notices aim to clarify how far an American traveler is bound by foreign rules, with a sample addressing former German subjects planning a return. It notes that not every point is covered but the guidance is clear.
A discussion on post naturalization travel to Germany, the risks of returning without permission, and how treaties affect former German subjects who became U.S. citizens. It notes potential detention on return and the need for five years of U.S. residence to satisfy treaty conditions. The piece also mentions municipal reform and a local school funds letter.
A long discussion on public service commissions and strict utility regulation. The essay critiques quasi public corporations, warns of investor influence, and urges careful oversight to protect consumers and preserve public trust.
A proposed restriction by Congressman Adams would deport insane immigrants before arrival or within two years of landing. The piece notes foreign born share of the population versus insanity rates and criticizes current policies. It also covers New York savings bank surplus taxation, a failed emergency tablet test, and comments on Maybrick, Maud Gonne, and Boer War discourse in New York.
A chaotic auction scene recalls a stubborn farmer selling household goods amid sharp bidding while a comic wager on a wife sparks a chaotic bid. The narrative shifts to a railroad dispatch recounting a Louisville to Jouaville trip with a disrupted passenger train, a shoe disappearance, and a calm resolution as travelers regroup at a station.
In the Second yo Neo district Ned Scarlett was riding an electric car when it slowed to let passengers alight. Officer Searrott intervened after a dramatic scene in which a distraught woman urged him to come and kill. The event echoes a prior Sydney scandal involving Hubert Stadish Slevier and Bob Sutton linked to a court cover up.
An Australian bookie bid for a filly from Westminster's stud tied to the Prince of Wales Derby winner Perino. Descriptions show interest climbing to 6000 guineas with Palmer seeking to preserve the filly. Viewer Mr. Sutton notes a marked rise toward 19000 guineas, reflecting unprecedented high stakes.
An editorial urges citizens to attend primaries and participate in government, arguing government exists for people and voting is essential. It contends many elective offices are overfilled, argues voters should judge competence not party labels, and warns ballots should reflect responsibility rather than mere faction.
The article notes that Congress has appropriated an immense sum for pensions since the Civil War, with the pending bill for the fiscal year 100 projecting a total near three billion, and the cooperative valuation of the eleven former Confederate states exceeding five million dollars in property value.
A collage of local businesses lists laundries lawyers and shops including Jessup Jessup Edward Thayer and L A Waters, detailing offices and addresses. It promotes wash goods fabrics from Andersons and a Woolworths style selection with satin libertie batistes and Galateas plus a white goods line.
Classified notices list rentals and sales in Moons Tennessee and nearby towns. Entries include offices on Spruce Street, a Pine Soda Water fountain, first class banner show, farms for sale near South Canaan and Factoryville, a Harvey's Lake cottage, and an estate matter involving Daniel W. Sullivan. They call for inquiries to local agents and banks.
Portland lawyer Shaw spoke with Judge Walter of Maine Supreme Court about domestic matters and salaries. Walter cited 35 hundred dollars a year, Shaw lamented the expense noting it costs him about six thousand to live, the judge questioned paying it.
The page headlines small ads seeking rentals, real estate exchanges, and jobs. Entries include households offering rooms or jobs, a widow seeking work by day, a young girl for housework, a colonel driver or porter, a stenographer, a clerk, and a bookkeeper, with names and addresses such as Mrs Nusselt 1010 Cedar Avenue and William Hunduren 599 Lacka Wohta Avenue.
Scranton rail timetable details show departures for New York Philadelphia and nearby towns, with lines to Hoboken and Buffalo. Additional listings cover Northumberland Plymouth Kingston Nicholson and Binghamton routes, plus Sunday services and Bloomsburg Division departures from Scranton.
The Central Railroad of New Jersey outlines November 25 train departures from New York and nearby hubs to Albany Carbondale Scranton and other points in the United States and Canada with through tickets and reduced rates. It notes express and local services including trips to Heading and Pottsville with various times and connections.
Trains for Mawley and Joowl polinta connect at Hawley with Erie route to New York. Depart Beta ton at 7 08 and 2 29 pm. Arrive Scranton at 7 00 pm and 2 10 pm.
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