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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1902
Page
7
Scranton Tribune publishes letters from readers on current topics only if signed with real names and subjected to editorial revision. Advertisements and foreign authority notices appear under the Tribune’s flat advertising rate policy and office address in Scranton Pennsylvania.
In Scranton on March 22, 102, General Miles remarks that broncho busting is among the president’s strong points, noting it as a key area of recall for his tenure.
The piece argues that granting the president and secretary of war power to appoint commanders would curb favoritism and align promotions with merit, despite seniority rules. General Miles contends that centralized power risks an army ring and political influence, while wartime needs demand flexible promotion based on ability, not tenure. The discussion notes accountability in high command and references Shafter and Miles amid criticism of South Carolina rhetoric in Congress.
A Ohio Republican congressman challenges a claim from an Akron steel maker that American steel is bought in Europe and shipped back to the United States with duties paid. The passage notes market dynamics with foreign price advantages and the push to adjust tariff schedules in the home market.
The dispatch argues high protection data risk exposure and urges Washington to act. It questions Turkey's compliance with press demands and whether the Porte will refund Miss Stone's pangom amid growing public displeasure with foreign imports.
A British philanthropic plan, tested in Maryland, aims to reduce alcohol harm by capping profits at 4 percent, directing excess to public utilities. The trust sources spirits centrally, bans sales to intoxicated customers, promotes non alcoholic options, food, and wholesome amusements to curb gallon consumption and foster a public house as a poor men’s social club. Dr Funk opposes respectable saloons but supports non intoxicating options for the poor. Critics see no easy fix for drinking habits beyond moral evolution and divine grace.
The article notes Judye Crumpecker and Can arissman Landis receiving acclamations for long service in Congress. It highlights their prior careers, district backing, and the benefits of seniority in committee assignments. It also reflects differing views on federal railway supervision and centralization versus public safeguards.
The article reviews a local viewing of a major exhibition featuring engravings and paintings from American artists. It highlights works by Gibson, Moran, Diroh, and others, noting scenes from urban and rural life, portraits, and literary illustrations. The piece praises technical variety and emotional range, calling the display a substantial cultural event.
Special Correspondence reports on U S export trends in the war era. The piece notes reduced demand abroad and falling prices in key goods like cotton and steel, while overall export totals stay near World leading levels. It highlights declines in iron and steel shipments and discusses currency and pricing impacts on 1908 figures.
The Tribune astrologer Ajacchus offers a Saturday reading with star meanings and fate hints. It notes themes of trust, double lives, and cautious steps, urging patience and careful choices amid shifting fortunes.
A fragment describes Bloomsbury State Normal School catering practices with meals served hot on warm dishes and options for breakfast drinks. It contrasts this dining service with inferior boarding schools and invites readers to request a catalogue.
A vendor touts Ireland made gloves as stylish serviceable and satisfying. The ad claims the gloves please every purchaser and render any other option unsuitable for Easter wear in Scranton.
Old time ad copy promises quick relief for tired feet and bunions using Allen's Foot Balm powder. It touts nerve soothing, soothing pain, and easier walking with a tasteless remedy claimed to cure aches in toes and arches.
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