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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1901
Page
4
The Tribune discusses editorial policy and a charge on advertising rates. It notes existing practices, calls attention to current schemes, and mentions editorial revisions affecting submissions and contributions.
Fragmentary OCR text references an anniversary event tied to a continental congress and stars. Key names and places are unreadable, making concrete details and dates impossible to extract.
The article argues over labor conflict and potential war use with unions and employers. It laments violence and calls for conciliation to resolve labor questions, urging rational policy and arbitration to sustain American industry and public order. The piece notes a subdued Fourth of July celebration.
The unexpected death of Sir Walter Besant on Sunday after a brief illness provoked widespread regret among readers across the Atlantic. Observers weigh his gifts and genius, noting his use of talent to both entertain and advance social progress, including his celebrated novel All Sorts and Conditions of Men.
Fragmented obituary notes celebrate a figure tied to philanthropic work for the poor of London and the Palestine exploration fundraising efforts. The text references the Survey of Western Palestine and associations with Professor Palmer, noting mourners and civil libel issues.
The fragment describes a public gathering with distinguished guests including a governor and high military officials. It references a host city in Pennsylvania, a national guard presence, ceremonial displays, and plans for large public gatherings and entertainment to benefit civic projects.
A contentious article attacks Nebraska congressmen for opposing cadet expulsions at West Point. It argues presidential control over appointments is absolute, condemns cadets Rawley and others for disobedience, and ridicules Nebraska officials for failing to understand the law.
The piece argues West Point cadets show weak discipline and poor judgment, urging punishment for misconduct and advising expelled cadets to seek honest work. It notes Mr. Bryan’s upcoming third presidential bid and reflects on political distraction from military honor and national service.
The article discusses vigorous attempts by several New York papers to influence yacht racing relations with Abe Lawson and the Independence case. It notes the New York Yacht Club might defend Lawson’s yacht interests and mentions possible opportunities and rivalries shaping a high-stakes international regatta. It references broader debates on racing tech, elimination of mache machines, and public commentary from prominent figures across clubs and cities.
A Boston visitor recalled by the Milwaukee Sentinel tells of a winter in which she faced harsh social satire and intellectual display in Brooklin and New York. The narrative describes a dramatic departure from New York to Boston after a chaotic midwinter with references to Shakespeare and Minnesotan manners.
A correspondent from Olyphant signs a Tribune letter praising Scranton as the second city to adopt electricity, noting it pioneered electric lighting and advanced public works. The writer emphasizes improved urban services and asks for future upgrades to transportation and facilities.
England looks to the United States for fuel oil to power steamships, with agents sent to Texas to study quality and potential supply. The piece notes coal versus oil economics, California production, and a Pacific market, arguing oil could enable longer voyages and greater range without refueling, reshaping naval and commercial shipping.
The Company refers by permission to the President of the Broadway Bank and Trust Company of Los Angeles California.
Laces and embroideries are in demand this season as dresses lean on fine trim. The store promotes its up to date assortments with large, high quality laces and embroidery, claiming superior selection and value to attract new and returning customers.
Fragmented text recounts a mix of excerpts and notes on language, culture, and a literary past. It mentions Mark Twain, German love making in English, and scattered references to Berlin, portraits, and correspondence, with unclear narrative connections throughout.
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