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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1902

Page

8

Washery Output And Miner Prospects In Anthracite Trade

The Engineering and Mining Journal notes several washeries run without interruption and forecast continued output next week though overall trade remains quiet. Northwest coast docks hold remaining coal while Chicago area supplies shrink and Atlantic markets stay dull. July coal prices at New York harbor show minimal changes and the strike’s impact has faded.

Chicago Lakes Buffalo Atlantic Seaboard New York Philadelphia Hoston New York Harbor Elevated

Mineral soap mine and paint mine discovered in Northwest

Reports from Ashcroft British Columbia describe soda lakes with natural washing compounds containing borax and soda. Analyses vary with 26 percent borax in New York and 16 percent in Montreal. The substance cleans grease quickly, rivals common washing powders, and a BC syndicate plans market release. About 275 tons have been extracted. blocks measure 156 by 18 inches and weigh 60 pounds. Estimated lake reserves reach 20,000 tons, signaling potential large-scale industry.

Ashcroft British Columbia New York Montreal John L. Bittinger Coastal General

Deep Mine Depths Contrast Britain and America

The article explains coal mining in Great Britain and the United States. It notes British mines lie at deep depths while American shafts reach 200 feet and drift mines are common in Virginia and West Virginia. It discusses higher costs from hauling water and ventilation, firings, and strict explosion regulations that cause extended downtime and big losses.

Great Britain America England Virginia West Virginia Engineering Magazine

Baltimore and Ohio to spend 25 million in two years

The Baltimore and Ohio railroad plans massive upgrades over the next two years including major yard enlargements in Baltimore Glenwood Pittsburg and other points. Bridges will be strengthened grades reduced between Washington and Cumberland and on the Pittsburg and Western. A third and fourth track will be laid and lake harbors enlarged with over 2 million spent on new engines and cars.

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Baltimore Glenwood Pittsburg Washington Cumberland Pittsburg and Western Washington Junction Connellsville Fairport

Jeanesville Iron Works to Move and Unions Organize

The Jeanesville Iron Works will relocate to Hazleton within the year after securing land for shops. The plant employs over 600 workers. A hod carriers union meeting is set for tonight at Guernsey Hall with George H. Gobler and C. B. Anthony leading. Hugh Frayne left for Norfolk following a nationwide alert about potential trouble among Sheet Metal Workers. The Lehigh Valley plans a modern passenger and freight station at Mauch Chunk.

Jeanesville Iron Works Jeanesville Hazleton Hasleton Guernsey Hall Hod Carriers’ Union George H. Gobler Central Labor Union C. B. Anthony Team Drivers’ Union Hugh Frayne American Federation of Labor Norfolk National Headquarters Lehigh Valley Mauch Chunk

Dr David Kennedy’s Favorite Remedy Promises Kidney Cure

An old testimonial extols Dr David Kennedy’s Favorite Remedy as a cure for kidney and related diseases. The letter from James Lettuce of Canep dore N Y claims rapid improvement after two bottles, aided by praise from Dr W H Morse of Westfield NJ. The ad touts cures for kidney liver and bladder ailments and promotes sample bottles and a one dollar size.

David Kennedy James Lettuce Canapdore Albany W. H. Morse Westfield N. J David Kennady

Improvements at East Mauch Chunk Central Railroad Yard

In East Mauch Chunk the lower station near the Mansion House remains abandoned since the March flood swept away the bridge. Work starts at once on the station. Extensive improvements are underway on the Ashley planes of the Central Railroad of New Jersey during the enforced idle period. No 2 plane engines are moved to No 3, which has a gentler grade, replaced by more powerful machines for heavier trains. Steel cables 2 1/8 inches in diameter supply the 14 percent grade. A day and night machinist crew labor at the changes.

East Mauch Chunk Mansion House Ashley Central Railroad of New Jersey

Commerce Analysis Shows Mixed Trade Outlook for 1902

Special correspondence notes a drop of 168 million dollars in exports and a rise of 79 million in imports, yet Mr. Austin of the Bureau of Statistics says no anxiety. Declines largely from drought hit corn and oats, while cotton value also falls from 1901 highs. Iron and steel exports shrink as German prices fall but US demand remains strong. imports rise with manufacturing materials at record levels.

Washington Bureau of Statistics Austin Mr. Austin United States Afr. Austin

Markets Summary From The Tribune Wholesale Prices

The Tribune lists updated wholesale market prices including flour, beans, onions, greens, creamery products, and potatoes. Prices show daily adjustments as reported by Mears Building and Lackawanna exchange sources, with notes on nearby markets and per barrel rates.

Scranton H. G. Dale Lacka, Ave Pian Presh Creamery

Flour Market Steady as Prices Hold in Scranton

Scranton notes a quiet market with firm quotations for mill feed and flour for car lots. The Tribune lists prices including $4.40 for wood a 200-pound sack bran and related goods at The Washburn & Co Scranton office managed by Caryl Goodell.

Scranton The Tribune Washburn‘reaby Co Connell Caryl Goodell

Standard middlings and flour middlings price notes

Prices listed include standard middlings at 260 pound sacks for 200 per ton, flour middlings at 200 pound sacks for 2100 per ton, and red dog at 0 pound sacks for 20600 per ton.

Sunday National League Games Seesplits in Chicago and St Louis

In Chicago twelve innings the Cubs beat the Pirates eight to seven as Williams and Kling drive runs while Tannehill and Zimmer hold. In St Louis the Cardinals edge the Reds four to two as ONeill ONeill Hahn and Bergen contribute on offense and defense. Umpires Brown and O Day oversee the matchups. Attendance figures not provided.

Chicago R.H.B. Chicago Pittsburg W. Williams Kling Tannehill Zimmer O' Day

Lehigh Valley Railroad Schedules From Scranton to Major Cities

Train times and connections for Lehigh Valley Railroad effective June 16. Routes listed include Scranton to New York Philadelphia via H R R, via D B H R, with parlor car and Pullman options. Destinations cover Wilkes Barre Buffalo Chicago Niagara Falls Geneva Ithaca Rochester and more, plus ticket offices and Pullman reservations.

Lehigh Valley Railroad Scranton Philadelphia New York Db. H.R. Ry Coluch Li. V Carbondale Philadelphi Witte Haven Haaleton Vie Pottasville Bethlehem Huston Reading Harerisburg City Ticket Office Public Square Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania Railroad Neal Pottsville Sunbury Harrisburg Baltimore Washington Senate Eelture E. m Philadelpia Pittaard Pullman Hazleton Lansbury Pittsurg

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