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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1900
Page
4
A misspelled notice from the Scranton Tribune describes publication details, pricing, staff roles, and editorial policy. It notes postoffice stamping, class matter status, and the requirement that contributors sign with their real names for editorial revisions.
The document lists prominent national and state figures including Vice President Theodore Roosevelt and various congressmen, county officials, a sheriff, and legislative district names. It notes concern over corporate influence in city legislative affairs and hints at potential editorial insinuation regarding The Tribune's columns and corporate hiring.
Henry Norman argues that U.S. policymakers should maintain a steady approach to China to avoid cyclical shifts in foreign policy. The piece notes Russia's persistent methods, compares isolation with active engagement, and warns that public opinion must support a durable national strategy despite changing administrations. It cites Scranton's need for a strong fire department as a tangential local point.
In Harper Weekly ex-Minister Donby argues the Paris treaty made the Philippines American territory, not Cuba. He says independence was impractical for the archipelago's diverse tribes and warns European powers would object to statehood safeguards, then notes the McKinley plan to continue fighting insurgents.
The piece argues for establishing law and order in the Philippines under American sovereignty, warning against delaying action with promises for the distant future. It emphasizes the duty to natives who trusted the United States and the need to avoid bandit vengeance while fulfilling obligations to world opinion.
A controversial crackdown targets Tivell a noted Gotham resort linked to Tammany power. Police shut the venue, arresting disorderly patrons while similar dens nearby remain untouched, highlighting alleged political protection and violence during opposition to Roosevelt.
The article critiques William Jennings Bryan on tariff policy and free coinage of silver, arguing his stance wavered on major issues. It cites Bryan’s 16 to 1 silver plan and questions his suitability for the presidency given conflicting positions.
The text presents a dense pull of campaign rhetoric and commentary. It references tariffs, free silver, and the Wilcon Bill, criticizing protectionism and praising or denouncing positions. It notes Democratic and Republican stances, mentions an assassination plot in Paterson, and comments on racial disenfranchisement and public opinion during a volatile election period.
A verbose political summary discusses toll roads, freight, and wage increases during Democratic administrations, noting higher production and open market policies. It mentions President Van Buren era and tariff strategy, with references to New York state campaigns and Democratic managers projecting battles in multiple cities.
The Nineteenth Century reviewer Henry Norman blasts British diplomacy in China. He argues England's open market policy failed to counter Russia and Germany, citing Port Arthur tensions, the Treaty of Tientsin, and missteps by Lord Salisbury. He warns that without decisive action open trade could erode and China risk partition.
The piece emphasizes a $20 three piece bedroom set described as eye catching inviting better acquaintance. It notes construction and finish, and claims these suits are better in every way than anything offered at the price.
Finley's offers its entire line of lace curtains and muslin underwear at nearly half price to close them out after a water pipe burst caused significant damage to stock.
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