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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1901
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune announces new subscription and advertising rates with a monthly charge of pennies. The paper invites readers to contribute topics and current affairs for print consideration and editorials.
A text fragment reports Governor Stone pressing pet policy questions during a state gathering. Officials discuss which issues deserve priority and how they align with party goals. The account notes the political climate and potential impact on upcoming elections.
Assessment extols Republican control highlighting reduced state costs, educational and philanthropic allocations, and overall administrative efficiency. Noted is a contrast with other states and defense of current policy against opposition. References to McKinley era rhetoric and clergy criticism appear in the fragmented text.
The Presbyterian General Assembly convenes in Philadelphia with about six thousand commissioners. The main topics include whether to revise Westminster standards, establishing a new committee to draft a revision for the next assembly, and plans for a Twentieth Century fund to support theological schools, missions, and church buildings. A proposal for permanent church judicial commissions to handle major disciplinary matters also faces study.
A commission is chosen to elect a permanent fifteen member committee with final decision. New York presbytery plans to meet in New York City with many potential candidates including Rev. Dr. Charles A. Dickey of Philadelphia and other church leaders. Delegates and women delegates—about 640 commissioners and as many auxiliary participants—will attend receptions and services as the assembly aims for broad progress amid broader discussions of municipal and civil organization.
The article argues education should broaden beyond rote exams toward holistic child development. It cites calls for inclusive schooling, safer playgrounds, and practical testing while cautioning against overreliance on “new education” theories. It notes parental demands for reasonable curricula and emphasizes older methods as still effective for civic and industrial readiness.
The piece cites Chicago as claiming status as the floral queen city and highlights Bethlehem Moravian Choirs春 festival in late May drawing national attention. It mentions Peter Cooper’s centennial tablet unveiling at Cooper Union and promotes relief work in Jacksonville with “no work no food” policy for those refusing to work.
The article discusses Chicago based Northwestern group forming four ships for a Hamburg Liverpal and Komen trade. It details canal links through Welland and St Lawrence to Montreal, rail and roadhage facilities, and anticipated voyage duration. It mentions population and expenditure figures for New York Paris Vienna and other cities, the publishers and profits from dictionary ventures, and philanthropy by the Morrisaim family.
A garbled 19th century compilation cites the Heat edition of a dictionary, wartime uses of wood products, and a Florida style rumor about The Dread Winners. It notes New York harbor wealth, a $9,000,000 annual business, and a shift from modest earners to rising costs. The piece discusses Porto Rico finances, debt needs, and a Tenement House Commission report showing harsh urban living conditions.
A review notes James Barnes’s The Great War Trek from Appleton, praising his vivid war correspondence for its personal narrative and observer detail. It mentions Treason of Plat about Catholic supremacy with new sources, and upcoming works in Appleton editions, plus Scribner’s Magazine sea stories by James Th Cone holly and poems by Willian Alien White.
A store promotes a complete line of children's garments for mothers seeking attractive outfits. Feature jackets in short and three quarter length, ruglan or bow coats for ages one to six, plus dresses with lace embroidery and empire designs with tow necks and short sleeves.
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