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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1897
Page
5
The Scranton edition announces a twenty page issue for tomorrow with a special supplement detailing the citys industrial and commercial resources in graphic fashion.
A fragmented OCR fragment suggests changes in the postal service affecting about 4000 or 4090 officials. The text references clerks and post offices and implies adjustments in order and staffing within the Climatic service.
A catalog listing coats and capes for children and women shows a range of prices from 2.98 to 20.00. Items include long cloth coats with sailor collars and pearl buttons, seal plush capes silk lined with Thibet fur, Reefer jackets for misses and children, and a broad series of jackets and capes priced up to 20.00.
General Miles asks Congress to spend 15 million next year for coast defenses, increase regular army to 70 000, and place military authority in the president. He cites Alaska dangers, native armed groups, military roads and telegraphs, and potential foreign friction as reasons for preparedness and deterrence.
The congress argues professional choirs are replacing local talent, criticizing hymn alterations and the practice of treating precentors as mere entertainers. It calls for recognition of modern musical conditions and warns that music can hinder church progress if mismanaged.
An ode to the passion and courage shown by American college players amid brutal play. The piece stresses enduring scars, the hunt for glory, and the societal draw of football as a test of physical and martial spirit, while defending its dramatic, sometimes harsh, character.
An advertisement urges young men to study journalism at home, claiming to teach editing reporting and all branches of newspaper work in spare moments. Some newspapers show evidence of home students contributing from afar. The piece notes mixed success and questions the practicality of these self taught methods.
Robert H. Byass & Co of Swansea Wales buys controlling stake in Ellwood City Tin Plate Co. and gains U S trade rights from Welsh manufacturers. Sydney A. Byass to join board as Tyase & Co. takes minority share and relinquishes U S rights to the M F roofing tin. Plant capacity expanding amid rising demand.
The piece riffs on public proclamations and political figures, noting Indiana and Michigan leaders, debates over free trade and protection, and a wave of Thanksgiving messages. It critiques officials like Tingree Pingret and Weyler, and mocks academic vanity while urging practical steps over rhetoric.
From the Lancaster New Era a warning on overeating and drinking, arguing excessive eating is as harmful as alcohol. It cites physicians like Sir Henry Thompson and Dr. Aburthony, noting disease, impaired vigor, and shortened life from diet errors, urging self control and awareness of eating habits.
Washington letter discusses President contemplating another surprise for appointees including deputy postmasters cashiers and chiefs detailing potential changes and policy directions in the administration.
The Washington Star critiques U S attitudes toward foreign affairs noting the danger of a self congratulatory stance. It compares U S responses with European powers handling crises in Turkey China and Austria and calls for firmer, timely action rather than timidity in protecting national interests.
A New York court case features Nathan Plotkin biting into a bread loaf with a mouse inside prompting a dispute with Moses Loen. The judge sides with humor over aggression as Plotkin is restrained, while Loenthal’s witty retort entertains onlookers. The piece celebrates humor amid grim news.
Dr E A de Schweinitta describes a blooded horse kept for running away being used for tuberculin antitoxin experiments. The horse calmly received a hypodermic injection of tuberculosis germ toxin and later willingly engaged with the process, showing interest and ease during injections.
A list mentions 10-4 Columbia blankets with a price misspelled as .00000 and 11-4 Silver Queen blankets. It also references 11-4 Gloriana blankets with unclear text and 11-4 Arcadia blankets with garbled characters and numbers.
A critic cautions readers against paying too little for garments, arguing that most bargain clothes flood the market under the label custom made. The piece warns such offers deceive consumers and will cost them in the end.
Extensive list of blankets includes Borders Shue Fink Brown Red and Lemon in multiple sizes. Prices range from 4.00 to 7.50 for various 10- to 19-4 designs. Also offered are Housekeepers Choice, Gold Medal, Norwood Nuska and Ookhind blankets plus California and Lider-Down, reversible wrappers and bath robes.
Full size Comfortables both sides fancy priced at 98c and $1.59 $2.25 $2.75. French Latino Down Quilts at $3.98 with special weekly offer. Also a choice Silk line available.
A selection of decorative statuettes and bronzed china novelties from Rogers Groups and Chicahhac offered for Christmas gifts. Various stylish items from around the world promise attractive home adornments and festive presents.
A fragmented prompt fragment discusses caution against securing trade if one seeks a specific outcome. It lacks clear events or named entities and cannot be reliably expanded into a full news item with persons or organizations.
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