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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1902
Page
4
The Tribune notes that car of banks and resolutions of condolence may be advertised and that the paper charges six cents per line for such advertising. This historical line reflects pricing and content guidelines for notices in the publication.
A formatted slate lists Governor W. Painte ACR Lieutenant Governor W. M. Own and other state officers. It includes Secretary of Internal Jeins IBARG B Brown, Congress member William Connell, Judge A. A. Voburg, and Commissioners John Courter Morrr Is, John Penman, Lewelyn M. Evan e, David T. Williams. Election day is November 4. Edward James PA PIlBIn.
A writer calls for John Pierpont Morgan to issue a plain spoken public statement on his view of the strike to end rumors and reassure business interests in the anthracite region and across the country. The note suggests using Miles as a potential option if dismissal ideas persist.
The Luzerne Republican convention voted more than four to one to repeal the Crawford county system amid complaints of expense in a mixed population area. The piece weighs on primaries uniformity as a potential reform, noting mixed success of district systems and urging broader primary laws for better safeguards and public influence.
The piece debates intercolonial co operation and imperial integration post Boer War. It cites Mr. Chamberlain advocating a common economic and defense link with the United Kingdom and its colonies, framed as a patriotic but contested concept amid imperial politics.
A historical discussion argues against a confederation of Britain and its colonies. It warns of natural disintegration over time and questions the practicality of closer imperial integration. It notes Britain may bear a heavy burden and stresses colonies seeking independence. The Moro issue is mentioned as needing expert handling.
A Philadelphia Ledger readers’ question asks whether a department store would hire the slow careful boy or the quick decisive one. The piece argues for a balance, noting both types fit modern firms. It also warns against frauds from overseas fortune claims and mentions West Point plans to convert a 2,800-acre park into a forest reserve for cadet use.
The piece rails at American manufacturers relying on foreign goods for ocean commerce while praising domestic shipbuilding. It notes Langley’s bolometer, Bigelow’s atmospheric velocity claim, and critiques on Roosevelt, William II, Haiti Gulf politics, Castro and Venezuela, anti imperialist fatigue, and Horace Boles. It frames political and cultural figures in sharp, opinionated notes.
The piece urges patriotic zeal and civic duty, honoring fallen soldiers from the Civil War era. It invokes memory of battles from Burnside to Appomattox, references poets and heroes, and calls readers to emulate valor to keep liberty bright for future generations.
The narrative recalls Leo’s invasion into Pennsylvania and the Union defense at Gettysburg led by General Reynolds. It highlights the First Army Corps, reinforced by Colonel Dana and the Third Division, repelling repeated Confederate assaults as Meade’s main army neared. It honors courage, endurance, and sacrifice that day.
The piece praises Ben Crippen for fearless service at key battles such as Wilderness North Anna Bethesda Church Cold Harbor Chickamauga Petersburg Hutchins Run and Weldon Railroad. It honors veterans returning home to Pennsylvania valleys and notes their civic service, family lineage, and ongoing reverence for Civil War memories and national unity.
The Arrow commanded by Charles R. Flint traveled a mile on Saturday in 45.08 miles per hour, claiming the fastest time on record for a steam yacht.
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