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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1901
Page
4
A fragmented notice outlines advertising terms for readers and writers. It mentions acceptance of contributions with editorial revision and requires real names for publication. The piece lists rates, submission notes, and editorial caveats in a Scranton section.
Fragmentary text references Colonel Gifftey and Die Tite Antennas Ward with mentions of rebellion suppression and various vague personal details. The passage lacks clear events, dates, or identifiable organizations to establish a coherent summary.
A discussion argues against compelling voters to cast ballots in primary and general elections. It contends voting is a personal choice and noting penalties would invite fraudulent or violent ballots. The piece claims force would abuse liberty and be worse than coercion, with emphasis on individual rights.
Historical note outlines proposed trolley lines from New York to Philadelphia and connections to Harrisburg and other towns. It discusses investment by the Johnsons of Cleveland, fare plans, and expected travel times, plus a broader view on municipal party platforms and the role of partisan discipline in city governance.
The piece notes the trolley system as a future transport path while Reading Company data show rail travel not harmed by trolley lines. It discusses methods to control yellow fever by eliminating mosquitoes near Havana, including kerosene in water, resting-site draining, castor oil planting, and environmental measures as part of wartime health aims.
The piece argues a city defeats long standing evils but exhausts energy tearing party lines without building new ones. It warns excessive partisanship in municipal politics harms progress and questions the Philippines insurrection’s future, suggesting renewed, honest purpose is needed.
Railroad workers show keen interest in an experimental superheated water motor for standard gauge trains. Heated water at high pressure becomes steam to drive cylinders, promising low cost per mile, smoke and dust suppression, and potential nine mile trips per leg. Test on the New York om Ponam line indicated feasible operation though exact water use per car mile was not disclosed.
A lengthy summary of Helen Gould’s charitable efforts linked to the Young Men’s Christian Association and Women’s Auxiliary activities. It notes fundraising, shelter, meals for soldiers, savings and banking arrangements, and traveling libraries, with aims to aid enlisted men and support patriotic service. The article highlights her leadership and calls for broader participation in civilian aid to the war effort.
A garbled passage references Herbert W. Merwill in the March Pergns and hints at a future verdict shaping history. It notes Dutch government opponents awaiting full clarification of Merwill’s likely impact and immediate situation as perceived by contemporaries.
A popular clearing house ad lists properties for rent or sale and exchanges plus help wanted notices. Small advertisements cost one cent per word with six insertions for five cents each, except situations wanted which are free.
Roorkee based stenographer with handwriting and book alist skills offers services to Tribune. Desires stable employment and reliable firm. Address SN U Tribune.
The item catalog appears as a garbled roster of buildings, streets, schools, and civic notes. It mentions addresses and organizations, references to municipal property, plant varieties, and industrial notes, all presented in fractured form with numerous misspellings and broken phrases.
The piece surveys prewar predictions about the Boer War, noting hopes of a quick victory and forecasts on casualties and costs. It cites figures from officials and critics, mentions leaders like Milner and Stead, and describes how unfolding events challenged prior theories and provoked public reaction.
The notice lists railroad timetables and stations in a sprawling network, naming New York, Philadelphia, Buffalo, Chicago, and regional towns. It references mainlines to the west and midwest, with arrivals, departures, and local pickup points, plus a sales or display at platforms and station offices.
A garbled listing records multiple transit times and stops from Scranton to Philadelphia New York Kingston and other locales. It notes departures around morning and afternoon with various trains and connections, mentioning fares and arrival times though the text is incomplete and partially unreadable.
A jagged extract discusses sandwlph and tea related terms, then shifts to mentions of Cathwlly Chiwwh and Brill Binge. It notes a century ago potato as a popular food in Franny and references free education for bees and girls in Metin, with numbers garbled and incomplete.
Fragmentary text shows garbled names and times with references to Hawtay and Porto. Readable elements include a date or time near 20 p.m. and mentions of locations but key details are not discernible.
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