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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1898
Page
6
A historical look at thrifty sailors altering pay aboard ship. Mess caterers manage ration funds and extra food. Diehard tailors called Sheenies ply on deck with cap makers, knitter, tattooists, and hammocks scrubbers adding substantial cash over monthly wages.
Reminiscences in Boston honor Admiral George Dewey a veteran of Farragut era and Civil War battles. Officers and shipyard officials note his early discipline boldness and determination from Annapolis to the Mississippi to Manila and cite Dewey’s leadership and selflessness in defending comrades under fire.
A whimsical fragment recalls a quirky town with a mysterious mon, a wary fair, and odd characters including a boastful vagabond and a drifting queen. The verse stitches misread names and playful rhymes into a hazy scene of mischief, market wanderings, and a tricky journey home.
The Boston Journal notes Union naval prizes enriched officers and crews for many captures. Ships listed include Amanda with 202208 prize money from Swan, Augusta about 100000 from Princess Royal, Banbridge 4208, Bilenville 202 and 150000, Patras 749, Brooklyn 774, Canandaigua 147774, Cherokee 450000, Cimerone 450000, Circassian quarter share, Magnolia 510015, Memphis prize 200000 etc. The article enumerates multiple vessels and prize distributions across the fleet.
Washington reporter notes Captain Boutelle's remarks on the New Navy's progress. He cites total appropriations, shipbuilding, and manning gains over fifteen years, including increased armor, gun capacity, and vessels authorized and completed.
A local listing advertises two toned boucle corsets in multiple styles for summer weather. The ad highlights affordability with prices around 59c to 39c and notes the garments are well made, serviceable, and finely finished.
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