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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1899
Page
7
In Scranton on April 9 1880 discussion over telephone issues reveals that the public has no rights councils feel bound to respect. The remark underscores citizen concerns about governance and access to new communication infrastructure.
The Feranten city government is blamed for mismanaging street cleaning and a proposed Barber asphalt repair contract. Critics warn councils fail to secure fair bids, urge private contracting, and argue the Barber deal is binding and fair if enforced, while urging decisive action to fix street paving.
The report praises American campaign achievements against Aguinaldo's insurgents and compares enemy fighting spirit to Spanish forces. It notes British observers laud U S soldiers, while insurgents misjudge American aims and will learn surrender is the only viable option.
Senator Frye argues in New York that U S water routes and coastwise shipping lower costs and boost commerce. He praises domestic carriers, warns against dependence on foreign freights, and urges keeping imports and exports under the U S flag while pursuing Philippine and Asian markets for strategic trade growth.
Senator Frye argues for a Nicaragua canal or equivalent waterway to cut distances to major markets. He notes 40 percent growth in English East trade 1870 1885 and predicts far lower freight costs, with Shanghai Yokohama and Sydney several thousand miles closer. He urges neutral routes and calls for accountability over Coghlan incident.
The city considers the advent of an automobile era and wireless telegraphy, noting potential benefits but doubt about clean streets and urban conditions delaying full adoption.
The piece argues about how to handle the Philippines after acquisition. It contemplates monarchy versus republican rule, the risk of despotism, and the need for a stable, benevolent government. It endorses providing public works, education, and rights while maintaining strategic naval stations and not ceding sovereignty.
Philadelphia hosts push by the Commercial Museum to draw foreign chamber members and exhibitors to the October congress linked to the Exposition of Manufactures for Export. Delegates and a thousand merchants are expected, with an international advisory board expanding to European representatives. A Chinese village exhibit aims to showcase native trades with authentic street design and Chinese artisans, enhancing trade ties and export opportunities.
The plan includes weaving machines, irrigation devices, and agricultural tools. A theater will stage Chinese plays and a Chinese restaurant will serve native fare. The village may open a mining or reception room with a Chinese guest room. Invitations go to 115 countries for an international Commercial congress via the Philadelphia Commercial Museum. includes self governing colonies and dependencies. invitations sent from Washington through the State Department.
The Tribune Astrologer Ajaccus crafts a Saturday April 2 forecast noting a born this day may fear others waste time. disputing a fool shows weakness. mispowered energy is mistaken for luck. many who speak little refuse to gag it.
The ad touts five good kinds of slumber disruptors with alarms that wake on time. Morning walks are encouraged to hear robins and enjoy bursting buds before breakfast. Proper prices range from 75c to $1.75.
An advertisement highlights Finley’s Foulard Silks with an enhanced 1899 line of wash silks that retain luster and colors. It features black and blue grounds, Persian effects, heliotrope printing, and an elegant Japanese wash silk and summer silk range in plaids checks and stripes at various prices.
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