Scranton Tribune Notice Clarifies Penalty Provisions
A local editorial note explains penalties for noncompliance with a public order. It cites authorities and outlines fines and possible actions for failing to meet the stated requirements.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1900
Page
5
A local editorial note explains penalties for noncompliance with a public order. It cites authorities and outlines fines and possible actions for failing to meet the stated requirements.
The Scranton page details Republican nominations and local posts including president, governor, attorney general, and county offices. It lists candidates such as Watson and Sturges for various districts and references district-level races and precinct committees amid a Philippines and China policy dispute question over the term "mith tarium."
A reader laments The Times editor and its alleged demagoguery favoring populist voices. The piece accuses the paper’s editor of hidden political influence in corporations, banks, and policy, warning workers in a valley about open mills versus open mouths and wealth tied to crime.
The fragment notes that despite alleged faults, Brock is not supervising a Sunday school event as claimed, casting doubt on the situation and suggesting a misperception of his role.
The piece quotes William Jennings Bryan’s presidential bid pledging a 16 to 1 silver to gold ratio and free coinage, aligned with the 1896 Chicago Democratic platform. It notes Skepticism from The Serhten Times about sincerity and accuses opponents of political posturing and possible bad faith.
The report tracks pension rolls from July 1, 1900 to July 1, 1969, showing an increase in names from 437,104 to 477,249 and 46,140 additions with 4,999 restorations in the year. Deaths account for 43,034 terminations, remarriage 900, and 6,416 for other causes, with six years totaling 260,797 drops and 198,014 deaths. The discussion ties pensions to political topics and costs cited as a burden.
The piece argues pensions from the Spain era are modest compared to Civil War pensions, noting no tax rise felt by citizens. It contends criticisms of war funding are partisan and that aid to injured soldiers and dependents remains justifiable. It also criticizes opponents for blaming administration while praising others for entering the war.
The New York Journal notes high war costs this year and the Chicago Times-Herald echoes a claim that over half of the $114 million appropriation is charged to the Philippines. It blames insurgent fighting on home politicians and factions shouting imperialism and militarism.
The Republican League of Clubs schedules its annual convention in Philadelphia on Sept. 17 and 18 with a mass meeting at the Academy of Music featuring Colonel Roosevelt Senator Depew and Representative Dolliver. A Delmont Mansion banquet will follow for delegates.
Observers note public reluctance to discuss politics amid a quiet mood. The piece cites a drift toward acceptance of McKinley’s likely victory and Bryan skepticism. editorials overlook foreign issues and free speech debates intensify around the Seventy-first regiment controversy in New York.
A discussion notes Republican gains in Indiana amid agricultural strength and farmer prosperity. It contrasts regional sentiment with Kansas and critique of McKinley era policy, referencing Aguinaldo and Philippine questions, and comments on Democratic prospects and party lines. The piece frames McKinley’s imperial stance and discusses campaign financing dynamics.
The text defines terms such as Phuterrat a fictitious Republican party, Trusts as a supposed monopoly owned exclusively by Republicans, and Imperiation as a tactic of stirring up dust to hide Free Silver, presented for readers of Democratic platforms, speeches and newspapers.
Damaged OCR pages show scattered figures on territory area per mile, railroad earnings, bank deposits, per capita values, and commodity prices. Names, dates, and clear narrative are missing, leaving a mosaic of economic statistics and infrastructure mentions without coherent context.
The article highlights a line of 20 three piece bedroom suites. It notes their eye catching design and inviting finish. It argues the construction and finish compare favorably with any offering at the price.
In New Orleans, tensions rise over the unresolved killing of Robert Charles the negro desperado. The $400 reward offered for Charles remains claimed by two individuals as the dispute continues.
A retailer announces the entire lace curtain line selling at half price to close out remaining stock. The ad emphasizes rapid clearance and discounted inventory.
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