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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1902
Page
7
The message endorses John P. Elkin of Indiana for governor of Pennsylvania. It emphasizes open field and fair play as guiding principles and notes he acts under the will of Republican masses. The note reflects party unity and support for Elkin’s candidacy.
The piece argues the beef trust inflates meat prices amid cattle scarcity and cites Attorney General Knox pursuing injunctions to break up the conspiracy. It notes Montana and Dakota ranges hold abundant stock and stockyards operators speculate on higher prices, with packing firms possibly cornering supply. It also covers party platform planks on Philippine governance, protection, and immigration, praising a strong tariff and stricter law enforcement.
The Indiana Republican convention platform emphasizes relations with Cuba and the Philippines, opposition to trusts, and tariff revision. It endorses reciprocal ties with Cuba, praises the United States military and diplomatic stance, and supports enforcing antitrust laws, aligning with Beveridge and Roosevelt era policies.
The Tribune argues against a blanket ban on trusts and promotes cooperation and enforcement of laws. While some trusts are dishonest and may extort, others are not inherently oppressive and can be regulated by statute. Law and competition will curb abuses, while steering away from destroying all merchants or trusts.
A large strike meeting in Schenectady signals worker demand for better wages while GE reports a strong annual profits and growing assets. The tenth annual report shows $52.99 million in sales, $7.08 million profit, and a $8.66 million added surplus amid plans to raise capital to $45 million. The note emphasizes no debt since 185 and cash-based sales. The piece suggests the company can fund higher wages if the strike succeeds.
A quirky horoscope note from The Tribune Astrologer Ajacchus predicts a child born on this day will influence those who provide campaign notes. The piece muses on street open stages, population taxes, mergers, and a Washington streetcar doctor with a curious encounter.
The reader argues trusts inflate costs while boosting production and trade. They cite higher living expenses, limited natural relief, and price hikes across coal, sugar, steel, ore, and water, asking editors to address the culpability and impact on workers and common people. April 25.
A butchered 19th century Philadelphia scene shows children placing pennies in a contribution box while a boy proclaims charity should be generous. The text mocks the crowd with misread phrases and a jest about a fool and the mad and moon spinners.
The Tribune notes flat rate advertising and its growing popularity among papers. It cites Omaha Daily News as adopting the system, argues the method saves costs for advertisers and publishers, and warns against overpricing to offer true bargains.
In Luzerne County Republican primary turmoil signals strong backing for Attorney General Elkin from Quay allies and Watres. The Philadelphia Press lauds the shift as bold, while Quay’s allies face reassessment amid new alliances and future statewide impact on canvass momentum.
A fragment from The Jewish Encyclopedia notes censorship by the Russian government on the life of Alexander II. The censored passage alleges reactionary policies and anti Jewish conspiracy framing, while page text critiques reforms and Emancipation. It reviews other literary items and upcoming May issue content.
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