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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1900
Page
7
Scranton Tribune announces daily publication by Sa Tribune Publishing Company with names of editor and business manager. It notes New York advertising offices, postal registration, and policy requiring real names for letters while allowing editorial revision before publication.
The report lists First District representative Thomas J. Reynolds and Second District candidate Joan Schever Jr. The text mentions presidents and vice presidents but lacks clear details, with cryptic notes about signal flags and Webster Davis.
The piece weighs potential party realignments with Dewey replacing Bryan as Democratic nominee resistance among Silver, Gold, and conservative factions. It argues Dewey could rally anti Bryan voters, amid party splits and patronage friction, while noting general public respect for Dewey as a naval hero but trust in McKinney for statesmanship.
Renato Platt reports no Cuban intervention forces at Didwin. lawmakers debate withdrawal under Gen. Wood and Secretary Root. He warns that any U S exit could invite distrust and delay pacification. experts doubt Cuba will stabilise for a generation.
The speaker argues for delaying withdrawal until a stable native government is formed in Cuba, likely years away, transferring responsibility to Cuban natives. Admiral Dewey is cited as having insight into local affairs, while scorn is cast on unclear opponents and political names mentioned in the fragment.
The document outlines a platform supporting bimetallism income tax direct election of senators and public ownership of utilities while condemning military force in domestic insurrections. It attacks Governor Stone Colonel Wray and corruption in corporations and praises various radical ideas. It ends with a quip about Dewey running as a Democrat and a changed mind.
A group of large pharmaceutical manufacturers urges removal of the stamp tax, arguing wartime funds are no longer needed and revenue is overflowing. The letter cites heavy burdens on manufacturers and calls for tax relief after a period of national prosperity and peace. It notes Republican leaders in Congress warn revision after the presidential election, with politics influencing timing.
Astrolabe predicts a day of feverish energy for a child born on a vile day and warns of potential illness. It notes bright boys may struggle if asked to expel up a few yards of earth in the back garden and hints at memory issues. Advice promises guidance but cautions about failed marriages and unclear paths ahead.
Chicago’s Jonas A. Smyth pressed President Kruger via cable over South Africa policy. Kruger replied with biblical verses and Smyth quoted Ezekiel and Hosea as debate moved to war and divine justice.
An excerpt presents a fragmented dreamlike sequence about a baby and its world. The narrator struggles to parse the imagery as dawn rises and a rhythm of names, places, and moments blends with surreal reflections. The passage conveys mood and perception rather than a clear narrative.
The exhibit of millinery offers varied styles and colors in Scranton with semi annual displays. Easter orders will keep the shop busy yet a capable force can handle late customers. Do your own trimming with shapes flowers fruit ribbons feathers and laces at agreeable prices.
We thank conjurers in Italy Germany and Japan for Easter novelties filled with candy ideal for presents. Rab bits birds apples and fruit made of papier mache range five cents to a dollar. Easter cards also in profusion two to fifty cents. Well supplied for Sunday Schools and classes.
Not many well dressed men who do not look with favor on a new Easter Suit. We offer made to order suits with perfect fit and easy material selection. Our large assortments and pretty patterns make choosing simple. Let us measure you today on the second floor.
The ad promotes Hurlbut's Court Royal Paper in Easter boxes from one quire to one pound with matching envelopes and ribbons at 35 cents to 50 cents. It also notes the Crest Initial Paper at 35 cents as a notable new item and invites readers to view it.
We offer a full line of all makes of watches guaranteed to pass inspection. Buy from a reliable house that will stay in business. Our guarantee is as good as gold. Prices as low as any.
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