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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1902
Page
4
The item outlines advertising terms from a New York office, including agent details and publication rules. It mentions space permitting Tribune letters, signed by writers, and editorial revision. It lists advertising rates and a change in advertising terms and agents.
Fragmented OCR text lists names and phrases related to a Republican city ticket. Ambiguous lines mention individuals with garbled spellings and scattered terms like “spotters” and “opanist,” reflecting a disjointed, unclear historical snippet.
The Reverend Doctor Parkhurst accuses Mayor Low of perjury and selective enforcement of laws, threatening to present charges to the governor. The column mocks Parkhurst as a nuisance and extols public distrust of officials while reflecting on honesty in office.
The article alleges John Pierpont Morgan plots a vast fusion of major English steamship lines to shift much of world trade under American control. It names Morgan and several wealthy allies as principals in a sweeping scheme, while other participants refuse to comment.
The article discusses a proposed alliance or interest agreement to place American control of international shipping, aiming to make the United States the world’s ship owner and finance hub. It warns of political censure by the Daughters of the Confederacy and references reactions to theater figures.
A political column attacks Democratic calls to hasten withdrawal from the Philippines after the Paris Treaty. It argues the party could have blocked ratification, labels present proposals as empty and uses Rudyard Kipling as a target, saying the party seeks a campaign issue.
A Philadelphia rabbi argues in a Jewish synagogue that schools that overemphasize intellect neglect heart and hand. He says nature shapes youth to develop character and practical skills, warning that prioritizing headwork breeds greed, clever deceit, and shallow happiness.
A fragmentary note suggests a writer of reliable news about Miss Stone has resurfaced. The text hints at renewed activity in reporting and plain sense, with casual references to everyday life and outdoor activity.
A collage of reminiscences and vignettes features a wary sales encounter about a loan, outlaw lore from the American West, a Brooklyn minister’s recall of a New York offer, and courtroom satire. It glides through gunmen, a desperado’s legend, and a naval inquiry with sharp, period voice.
In a Scranton medical column Dr. D. B. Hand defends vaccination as humanity's ally against smallpox. He recounts the disease's toll, the Jenner origin of the vaccine, and urges public cooperation, cleanliness, and proper post vaccination care to prevent lockjaw and further spread.
A line from Smart Set mocks the idea of an executioner with a sly joke about needing one. The quip reflects satirical wit in a literary society setting and showcases playful hostility toward blunt justice.
Store announces crisp white embroideries and insertion laces for shirts and afternoon gowns as the season’s keynote. All over embroidery and new beaded edge insertions are highlighted, with prices up to 65 cents per yard. Swiss edging and cambric trims in varied widths also offered, plus lace bridal diestes near the linen department.
Our feet and health saving shoes offer a free shoe shine with purchase. 200 pairs of men's double soled Viel Kid and Box Calf shoes valued at 32.00 each are offered at the 1902 cash price.
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