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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1902
Page
5
The Tribune invites signed letters on current topics, with real names for publication and editorial revision as a prerequisite. The page also notes flat rate advertising terms.
An unnamed weather forecaster claims four snow stores will fail before spring starts. The source identity stays secret as a weekly report notes the information was sent via a postal courier.
The article notes crowds gathering in Scranton for W J Bryan's appearance. describes his enduring popularity and oratory, praising his intellect and drive while criticizing the notion of his issues changing with time. It portrays his visit as a significant civic moment and reflects on his principled stance.
The article surveys a string of grand projects drawing Russian government focus, including the Trans Siberian line and a northern southern canal plan to link rivers, deepen seas, and expand grain transport. It notes cost and funding pressures as investments compete for the treasury.
A tangled 19th century letter discusses a proposed diversion of Tobol and Obi rivers to form an inland sea in central Asia, with engineer M. Demehenko predicting vast rainfall changes and new habitable land. It also notes American political convention events in Susquehanna county and local fire investigations sparked by pipe coverings in Philadelphia.
Washington imposes dog control amendments allowing fines up to 20 for loose dangerous dogs and up to 150 for attacks with dogs to be killed by authorities. City recalls dog nuisance and urges registration and pound enforcement as a remedy. Contrast notes Scranton railroad post-storm recovery and a Chicago skyscraper fire with rapid elevator shaft evacuation.
Astrolate forecast for Saturday contains quirky guidance from Ajacchus The Tribune Astrologer. It warns about missteps in love judgment and suggests cautious actions to avoid quick wealth or risky decisions.
A weathered dispatch discusses the boundary dispute among Bolivia, Peru, and Brazil, mentioning relinquishment of square miles and a new phase in South American affairs. It cites Consul Kennedy and Consul Boyle on Greece Greece and copper, and analyzes European and American trade exhibitions, with remarks on American goods and market access in Britain and Australia.
A fragmented review discusses foreign trade and national offices shaping economic policy. It mentions aims like permanent foreign trade, new offices, coal distribution systems, and a complete organization to streamline coal sales. It cites theorists The Gurming Ok and A. M. Thavikara among others.
A fragmented editorial voice contrasts popular tastes for simple, comforting entertainment with those chasing exotic or refined experiences. The piece references William Winter and a playwright amid a noisy debate over authentic taste and cultural trends.
Fashion experts survey the season and highlight a wide assortment of sheer materials. The collection includes new plain and novel colored weaves, many offered in single dress cuts that are unique and not duplicable. Items listed include Crepe Melange Etamine Voile Melange Siamoise Crepe du Nord and Voile Mouchet Boliennes.
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