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Fragmentary OCR note mentions rates and that classified advertising furnished on application. No clear person, place, or event specifics available.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1901
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR note mentions rates and that classified advertising furnished on application. No clear person, place, or event specifics available.
In Scranton on January 4 1901 colored readers mark New Year by studying Lincoln s emancipation proclamation. The piece reflects on the continued oppression faced by black southerners and compares it to slavery.
The governor suggests a staged arbitration remedy for strikes in mines mills and factories. If three days pass without the strikers naming arbitrators and then the operators name three, a mine or plant inspector may suspend operations until arbitrators are chosen. A county judge adds impartial arbitrators and a final binding decision within ten days. The plan aims to curb public disorder while inviting discussion. There is consolation for the poor boy: he is not in danger of kidnapping.
A reader laments Beranton street sweepers filling streets with dust and manure. He urges strict regulations like elsewhere, notes health concerns and asks for tempered, watered cleaning to reduce nuisance while preserving salaries. The letter closes by invoking Denmark West Indies as a territorial gold brick comparison.
The anti-imperialist outlook darkens for some but intelligence from a reliable correspondent says the new year finds the Philippines nearer peace. Central Luzon is subdued roads open and inhabitants prosperous. Large numbers of insurgents are captured though the note warns against harsh treatment that would deter enlistment.
The article notes prisoner captures rising due to elections and MacArthur’s proclamation, while insurgent support collapses as residents reject rebel contributions. Manila leaders desert the insurrection. a new federal party appeals to loyal Filipinos. A oleomargarine tax bill faces Senate hurdles despite House passage, with delays likely after the holiday recess to next year.
The Chicago Record notes renewed Dreyfus anxiety in Paris as Rochefort and Zola press charges and amnesty debates surface. It warns reopening could destabilize government and strain Franco British ties, with imperial factions sensing renewed turmoil. It adds a West Point hazing stance linked to Colonel Mills amid Hoos investigations.
The Palisades of the Hudson may be preserved after five years of blasting as New York and New Jersey special commissioners arrange to halt demolition until next June. Funds include 5000 from New Jersey and 10000 from New York, with private pledges of 122500 to complete the purchase if state legislatures provide further money to acquire additional properties between Fort Lee and Huyler's Landing.
A collage of 18th and 19th century figures and events appears, noting James Watt aging at sixty five, debates on steam propulsion, the Duc d Enghien’s execution context, Ampere’s early science, Uranographia’s star catalog, and notable 19th century cultural figures and church growth.
Efforts to halt blasting along the Palisades lead to a cooperative plan for a driveway at its base and hint at a future interstate park. After years of erosion and failed federal action, New York and New Jersey officials form a joint commission to stop the destruction and protect the Hudson shore.
A bill to establish a naval reserve under national control is seen as a positive step. Drafted by a board led by Admiral Dewey, Rear Admiral Crowninshield, and Captain Evans, it aims to expand skilled naval manpower for a growing navy and territory. Government aid would improve reserve effectiveness and limit social misuses.
A popular clearing house advertises housing rentals and real estate listings for those seeking to buy sell or exchange. It invites readers to place ads for properties jobs and help wanted in a centralized classifieds section.
A collage of help wanted and situation notices listing positions for cooks laundresses child care and housework plus a bookkeeper and military recruitment. Businesses and individuals advertise experienced staff and open roles with contact addresses in Scranton and various streets.
Joseph Kuettel of Lackawanna avenue Serapion Virginia is identified as a manufacturer of wire. The notice mentions his business at S11, with serapion as a location indicator. Details are sparse but point to a listed party in a manufacturing context.
The writer decries widespread lynching in the United States noting 2,087 victims in the past year and arguing mob punishment undermines respect for law. He cites racial violence in the South and questions the preventive value of executions when due process fails.
Dr S W L’Amortatn advertises office at 60 Washington area and residence at Ils Mulberry. Specializes in chronic diseases of lungs heart kidneys and urinary organs. Hours 1 to 4 pm Leeds.
The text surveys varied topics from 18th and 19th century commerce to culture. It notes a Philadelphia anti-slavery pledge in 1775, old market values, a Mexican state fair for agriculture, and a Vienna house hosting composers. It mentions English entertainment for horses, Mexico’s book trade with the US and Europe, and railroad statistics in New York and Pennsylvania.
The 115 lynchings in 14 year end report mark a rise from 107 previous year with 107 victims identified as newly born men. Southern states like Louisiana Mississippi Georgia Florida Alabama Tennessee Arkansas Virginia show highest counts while Indiana Kansas Colorado also appear in the list. Crimes cited include murder and assault with many cases noted in the south.
In Effect Nov 25 Ta08 Trains for Carbondale depart Scranton at 60 To 11d p m For Bonesdale 20 118a mg 2d and 6.25 ppm Wilkes-Barre .08 9.18 S48 008 10.88 TLS a im For L. BR points 6.65 11.55 am 7 218 4.27 11.00 pm For Pennsylvania Ho RB points 145 938 am 218 and 427 pm For Albany and north 6.20 am 3.52 pm Benday trains For Carbondale 0.00 Haka mg 204 a b.17 102 pm For Wilkes-Barra VRa 158 528 ee For Albany and north -a.52 yim For Horestale 2.00 pm and St pomn Lowest rates to all points in United States and Canada OW HORDICK P L A Allany NY W W Coss In 1 AL Serenton Ma
A poetic meditation on the nature of love asks if love is intangible melody or a costly price. The speaker questions whether love is sacrifice, loyalty, or deep inner truth expressed through giving and enduring hardship for another.
Timetable shows trains from Foot of Liberty Street New Jersey to New York and connections to Newark Elizabeth Philadelphia Hamtramck Bethlehem and other points. Through tickets available to all eastern destinations at lowest rates from Baldwin and Olmwauren agents.
Scranton leaves for Philadelphia and New York on multiple trains with express and local routes. Key departures listed to Bethlehem Reading Geneva Towanda and western points with Pullman parlor and sleeping cars on all routes between Wilkes-Barre Scranton and New York Philadelphia Buffalo.
A one week event reworks price list offering special deals on German linen napkins at 98 cents per dozen, 72 inch bleached linens, Marseille quilts and Irish damask with hemmed items at 78 cents, all claimed as exceptional values. The retailer highlights numerous reduced prices across the linen department and invites broad participation.
Time table dated September 17, 1000 shows a train from Hawley to New York via Erie railroad with intermediate points including Sewhurwh Mawley and Serane. Depart Serane at 7 08 a m and arrive Seraultod at 10 30 a m with a 910 pm return leg obscured in text.
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