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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1902
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune outlines submission rules for signed letters to the editor and explains the flat advertising rate and classified ad charges. It notes editorial revision applies to letters and provides a price table applicable within the year. The notice dates June 30, 1902.
A projected new book titled Alone at Harrisburg claims to be the autobiography of a Lackawanna ex representative. The list of state officials includes Governor W Pennypacker and Lieutenant Governor W M Brown with other names such as Isaac B Brown and Joseph Oliver noted in the record. The fragmentary text hints at political intrigue and personal recollection from Harrisburg.
In Scranton the district calls for a capable long time advocate with experience and sound judgment in Washington. William Connell stands with strong local recognition as his name and achievements are tied to the city’s history. Despite factional rivalries, the people should return Connell for renomination, trusting practical sense to guide the verdict. Admiral Dewey’s views dismiss anti imperialist arguments without further inquiry.
Logan argues local and national business remain resilient despite strikes and upheavals. He cites Wall Street crash fears, corn shortages, steel worker strikes, the presidential assassination, and copper market collapse as not derailing American prosperity, crediting deep foundations laid by the Republican era.
The congress approves the Panama Canal sale to France's New Panama Canal Company for 40 million dollars and grants the president authority to acquire land from Colombia with control of a six mile wide strip and port areas subject to health rules. If Colombia demands harsher terms, authorities may negotiate further.
The president may abandon the Panama route if needed and begin negotiations for Nicaragua. Concessions and tithe terms must suit him before canal construction starts, with a seven member commission and a two percent gold bond totaling up to 110 million dollars. Theodore Roosevelt vows steady progress with safety and efficiency. Lord Kitchener plans to keep hostility directed at Britain’s rivals.
The piece argues Democratic leaders abandoned anti imperial complaints and focus on trusts and corporate power to appeal to workers. It praises Roosevelt for federal action against big business and contrasts Democratic tactics with honest government versus partisan rhetoric, noting a shift in public perception.
AnJuly Forum article by a seasoned engineer argues the issue is economic, not technical, in applying electricity to long distance freight and passenger hauling. He notes the high cost of replacing steam locomo tives and cites M Sauvage estimating global steam locomotive value at 1 billion dollars, warning rail executives to risk invested steam capital.
The writer argues motive power costs favor steam over electric on railways with electric traction as an auxiliary for suburban traffic. He predicts gradual replacement as steam locomotives remain dominant for heavy trains while economies from fuel alone are limited. Also notes extradition delays for Savannah fraud suspects and rising canned fruit exports shaping future supplies.
Yale confers a Master of Arts title on James Whitcomb Riley noting his stature as a writer and beloved figure. The recognition underscores his influence in American letters and his popular appeal among readers.
The 1890s through 1901 bulletin compiles weekly prices, showing general high levels in 1890 and 1891, with a later drop in 1895 to 1897 and a rise again by 1900 1901. It analyzes fuel meat flour sugar and building costs, noting some items rising while others fall and that many essentials did not cost more in 1901 than in 1800 despite wage shifts.
The fragment notes prices fluctuating across years from about one dollar in 1880 to around two dollars in 1888, then a drop to zero and under the Inez report indicates a value near 1.95 dollars. The text is incomplete and references several uncertain figures.
The Carbondate Leader reports Republicans favor renomination of Hon. William Connell for Congress in the forthcoming July 8 primary. It praises his proven service, leadership for district interests, and recognition by Congress and the national administration, asserting he is the strongest candidate to represent the party and district.
Walter J Ballard of Schenectady urges Congress to fund American owned ocean steamships to Asia and Oceanica. He notes high foreign freights on 1902 shipments and cites Bangkok’s lack of American flagged vessels. He echoes the Prince of Wales phrase and urges action.
The Agnew announces a new beachside bath house in Chelsea Atlantic City opening July 1. It promises superior appointments and services with novel equipment aimed at offering personal, social attention and comfort. booklets and terms are available from The Agnew Co. Atlantic City.
The Olyphant Gazette argues Congressman Connell should be nominated by a large majority due to his excellent record and the strength his name adds to the ticket.
Joseph Jefferson recounts a western town anecdote at an Actors' Church Alliance meeting. A citizen named Dunk offered him a Dunk's Patent Spring Bed as thanks for his performance and asked only that Jefferson declare in the third act that his sleep would have been better in Dunk's bed.
A playful verse notes a girl who studies Latin Sanskrit and several languages yet struggles with English. The humor lies in her earnest effort and the comic gap between ambition and execution as imagined by Will and Gidley.
In summer 1902 Cotuit Massachusetts hosts a summer school under Principal Charles E. Fish offering instruction across all required subjects for college admission. It serves five classes of students seeking advanced study and preparation for science and liberal arts colleges.
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