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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1900
Page
4
Next Saturday's Tribune will run the first in a series of letters by Rev H K P Pierce. He describes his visit to the world's Christian Endeavor Convention and a tour of the continent with an illustrated account promised to be interesting and instructive.
A political editorial argues the Democratic stance on free coinage and silver would shape national policy. It cites the 1896 Chicago platform, details potential Senate shifts, and warns of patronage maneuvers influencing legislation. It questions Democratic authority to control an independent Filipino government.
A historical analysis links high profile assassinations from Garfield to Humbert in Italy to factional quarrels and social envy. It argues overwrought nerves and distorted minds fueled diabolical crime, with demagogic rhetoric as a common spark across events.
A critical declamation argues that the yellow press harms public judgment by sensationalism and class bias. It condemns sensational journalism for inflaming labor unrest and political divides, citing the Tribune and currency debates as misleads.
General Manderson argues against Democratic claims of looming militarism. He cites global soldier to population ratios, noting the U S regulars and volunteers in 1899 produced about one soldier per 1 000 citizens, and warns against exaggerated fears as army sizes shift.
The article notes war budgets by country with per capita costs, contrasting U S spending at 68 cents per person against higher European rates. It criticizes Democratic platform coins and cites Ohio Democratic events with John P Altgeld as keynote, warning of threats to free institutions and national prosperity.
The piece surveys Mr Bryan’s repeated promises likely aimed at post election, notes Indies critics of Lady Randolph Churchill and Mr West’s marriage, praises John Hay as the pivotal American secretary of state, and hints Lord Roberts may influence South Africa and China affairs if needed. It questions currency reform and urges ties to the 16 to 1 debate.
A Washington letter discusses Bryan and the 1900s era issues. It argues Bryan would redefine territories Cuba and Porto Rico and Philippine policy, urging a reduced U.S. military presence and caution about imperial measures. The piece suggests Bryan would rely on his secretary of state pick and warns against militarism.
The speech cites plans to end Fourth of July celebrations, wipe out trusts, the Dingley tariff, the gold standard, national banks, and injunctions. It argues for no foreign trade encouragement, favoring revenue tariffs and cheap European goods under protectionist aims, warning of job loss under Cleveland.
W G Nicholas reports Indiana Democrats largely ignore the imperialist question while German Americans oppose empire but demand practical policy. Conservatives shift with the 16 to 1 issue. Kansan City platform anti imperialism gains little traction in Indiana. Paul Van Der Voort critiques Bryan and Roosevelt for wading into foreign policy and domestic reform, while editors praise Carl Schurz for integrity amid Philippines debates.
Fragmentary text discusses exports and fiscal policy under McKinley era, mentions wages, Republican and Democratic contrasts, and a Porto Rico import report for May. References to Bryan, Cleveland, and a 1905 wages anecdote illustrate shifting political loyalties and economic concerns of the period.
A damaged OCR poem fragment presents a bird motif and repeated refrains about hope and farewell. The verses weave dreamlike imagery of longing and resilience, with lines on joy to be and future sighs. The text includes archaic spellings and stray phrases suggesting a broader lyric work.
Seder presents a bold claim that its $20 three piece bedroom suites are superior in construction and finish. The ad notes each piece catches the eye and invites closer inspection, with comparisons showing these sets outperforming any other at the same price.
The fire damaged our store prompting a temporary location at 137 Penn Avenue for watch clock and jewelry repairs. All repair work left with us before the blaze will be completed at the present premises, ensuring prompt service.
Finley’s offers closeout fabrics with two pique specials. One lot of 10 pieces fine figured and stripe French pique at 23c per yard, formerly 35c. Another lot of 7 pieces extra quality Dres den figured and stripe French pique at 25c per yard, formerly 45c. White piques from 15c.
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