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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1897
Page
4
The Scranton Post Tribune from August 6 1897 mentions subscription pricing and a criticism of lax discipline among professional ball players. It argues a stricter payroll and targeted downto-earth management are needed to maintain order.
The article notes Senator Morgan's favorable view of McKinley's Cuba policy after interviews, summarizes Weyler Gomez peace proposals offered to Gomez, and discusses Dingley tariff effects on travelers, plus Madrid and Havana tensions. It highlights Woodford’s mission and Spain's likely rejection of indemnity terms while Cubans seek full independence amid guerrilla activity near Havana.
The text discusses Japan not reaching a decisive climax and Hawaii seeking annexation by the United States. It frames Hawaii as a free independent power and asserts that actions under these conditions are none of Japan's business. The passage emphasizes the independence of the parties involved.
The article reports Nikola Tesla announcing a method to transmit messages via the earth's electric currents to distant points. Tesla describes a demonstration in which a large disk and brass electrode produce bright, seven inch sparks and a global electrical disturbance enabling messages to be sent without wires, comparing it to wireless Marconi systems. The piece notes skepticism and calls for verification while placing the claim alongside recent wireless telegraph progress.
The piece surveys varied views from Tesla rumors to Smithsonian claims, suggests awaiting solid evidence, and notes political sentiment. It cites Dr. J. M. Rice's editorship at Forum, Mugwump gratitude, and reactions to civil service stands, with references to Henry Elliott and Senator Gorman. The tone mirrors a late 19th century newspaper roundup.
The piece condemns repeated political lies about the Dingley tariff and trusts. It targets Democratic callers and columns that spread false lists of trusts such as the anthracite coal, broom, coffin, cigarette, salt and steel rail trusts, arguing most claims are unfounded.
The piece denounces circulation of alleged trusts tied to the Dingley bill and a falsely portrayed stool rails duty. It accuses so called venerable senators on the Democratic side of spreading misstatements about flour bread and milk to mislead the public and Europe.
Washington Post analysis argues Sherman’s note to Ambassador Hay achieved aims by pressing England to join a Pacific seal life conference. It credits the note with shifting policy, despite England’s initial refusal, and views the outcome as meritorious given the practical results.
A dialogue in a star lined coat and a man in a shabby ulster debates debt payment and tax avoidance. The star lined coat proclaims debt repayment would boost circulation and confidence, while the other complains of struggling to raise funds and questions the practicality of paying taxes.
An impecunious doctor was waited upon by a stranger who offered him a chalk in a supposed professional visit. The visitor refused thanks and said Instructions are to take the lot unless the debt and costs are paid.
A fragment from the New York Evening Journal describes a waking scene where Soclasietic Crater stirs to kindle liberty. Maria is referenced as a speaker, with a terse morning exchange implying a shift of responsibility.
The verse invites spellers to tackle difficult terms such as phenakistoscope, synchronism, pentateuch, apocrypha, Rhinoceros, metempsychosis, and many geographic names. It suggests even seasoned contestants may struggle with archaic and foreign words in a playful, rhythmic challenge.
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