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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1899
Page
7
Twelve pages list Supreme Court and Superior Court judges, military officers, and local commissioners with several names and titles. The passage references Governor Roosevelt and a stray note about clapping and a committee, suggesting disjointed archival text with political and ceremonial mentions.
The article lauds Admiral George Dewey as the greatest naval figure in American waters, comparing him to Grant and praising his balance of valor and diplomacy. It argues his stature as a national symbol peaked by yesterday's salute and hints at Dewey as a potential presidential candidate.
Colonel Pyaemett the Republican candidate for state treasurer speaks before Pennsylvanians with other orators. He argues Democrats distort Republican aims and emphasizes that national issues and the 1912 election shape policy as Wheeler and McKinley era references surface in wartime context.
Report quotes Admiral Dewey noting General Otis overreaches in duties as a matter of motive and burden. Observers agree the fault lies in misjudging the balance between duty and capability, contrasting executive genius with relentless overwork.
The text argues that effective leadership requires delegation and division of duties rather than handling all routine tasks oneself. It cites General Orlo and Admiral Dewey, noting calls for new direction and systems to improve outcomes, while warning against overreach and the dangers of attempting to do everything personally.
A historical review argues that protective tariffs under the Dingley Act boosted U S exports. It contrasts rising manufacturing exports with prior years and includes tables showing import declines and detailed country-by-country export data under Wilson and Dingley regimes.
A theatergoer rebuked disruptive audience members during a Romeo and Juliet performance at the Academy of Music while a later note remarks on the season’s first snow in North Dakota. The piece also jokes about Dewey poets and a British policy on miles to the Transvaal.
The account recalls General de Gallifet during the Commune siege near Mergerles bridge Paris, with Lieutenant Bernard near a besieged garrison. Gallifet calmed the situation by a speech to insurgents and rode away unscathed, later recalling the episode when the gray-bearded commander was captured. The tale sits among other anecdotes about Huntington, Daly, and de Profargier, illustrating period humor and political tension.
A damaged OCR passage portrays a couple on a porch after dinner discussing duty and freedom. The man Pondering admires the night sky while Mia chides him for interruptions and notes plans to send tomorrow's order, with scattered garbled names and phrases.
A broad outline of upcoming stage work in New York highlights Jamon Lane Allen’s The Choir Invisible in October via Mesere Klaw and Erlanger, James A. Herne’s Bog Harbor in November, and a number of other productions at War en halls. Notable are Kathryn Wider’s dual Hermione and Perdita roles, Kidder jewelry for the Winter’s Tale, and Toll Gate ton set around Bennington’s battle with a large company led by William L. Malley.
A garbled review lists a mix of curiosities and facts including a 200-plant monument in Michigan, a claim on US labor output equating to 44 million workers, and high jewel values at summer resorts. It mentions vivisection opponents at an exhibit, Covenanter services in Scotland, open-air communion in Diniwall, marriages in Prussia, and a Genoa emerald vase. The passage notes alcohol and labor waste tied to slave-era contexts and a broad array of scattered statistics and anecdotes.
The article notes rising German language use in France and a decline of English. In Paris the Boience Politiques shows diplomats study German more than English. It lists small nations with notable longevities and populations including Sorvia and Toeland with figures like 475 and 198 for various countries.
Three or four generals rise demanding a more explicit witness. They accuse statements of vagueness and fear missed chances to call it. The court is moved to Chicago News and Indianapolis Journal cite statistics on drunken graves and cremation trends.
A damaged excerpt records a passenger dispute aboard a steamship with phrases about the captain and the ship’s motion. The line shows frustration and disconnection from command, reflecting unrest among travelers during the voyage.
A chaotic dramatic line from a Chicago Tribune excerpt shows a senate maiden declaring doom if heroes fail, while a waiting lover reassures with a quip about an automobile, revealing tense, evasive dialogue.
The Finley store announces its annual autumn linen sale with damask fabrics arriving later than expected but now in stock for inspection. The message touts the finest numbers and invites customers to view the full line.
Importation showcases fine double satin damasks with choicest designs. Napkins match all finest goods offered, available in 5g and 34 size. Special prices apply on all numbers of items.
A sale highlights the finest exhibit of hand embroidered squares tray cloths pillow shams and bureau covers in pure linen that the shop has ever handled aiming to attract buyers and collectors.
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