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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1900
Page
4
A misspelled and garbled notice from the Scranton Tribune outlines editor and business staff roles, New York office contact, and guidelines for letters to friends for publication. It references signature requirements and editorial review, indicating space and submission standards.
Scranton August 7 1000 National President William McKinley Vice President Theodore Roosevelt State Congrommentat Lares OM Vata A Grow ORK 1 etc Auditor General Metal Denbergh County Congress Wiltam One Judge Crhorgh M pd Hostpe Lon Jennifer THarriet Attorne WFP Lew Prethonitary 1001N Copeland Clerk of Courts Thomas P Dantell attlor Piece ag foe Peltor fh a Jory Commintona Howard B Sturges Legislative First District Thomas J Serao Lye Serom District John Sctifuer JF Third District Koware James J Fourth District P A Pailbin The Times has been quite liberal and free in the encouragement of industrial enterprises in this valley at The Tribune Normal its orcas vn hired by corporations Jopsor Legislative bodies in TK Serarten Thies Aug th if this latter clause is meant as an insinuation that the columns of The Tribune have been hired by corporations to influence legislative bodies in the city or anywhere else it calls for proof or retraction
The Tribune announces a paid subscription contest offering a ten percent cash commission on all counted subscriptions. The program emphasizes merit over charity, aims to expand readership, and notes early skepticism about profitability but expects gains as contestants work hard.
The piece argues that Mississippi, Louisiana, and the Carolinas have adopted or moved toward constitutional changes to disfranchise Black voters, with Virginia and Alabama poised to follow. It notes about 460,000 Black citizens already disenfranchised and urges uniform tests to bar all voters regardless of race, challenging the Fourteenth and Fifteenth amendments.
The writer argues suffrage should be restricted to voters with knowledge of institutions, condemns Democratic southern efforts to enforce white supremacy, and blames the Democratic party for reactionary constitutional changes. It contrasts Bryan and Altgeld with Stevenson in tone and rhetoric.
Indiana representative Bridgar Crum picker, noted for conservatism, weighs in on imperialism and trust regulation. He argues imperialism is a campaign issue, rejects drastic anti trust measures, and warns against undermining enterprise while stressing the need for orderly governance of newly acquired territories.
The article critiques temporary protections and trusts, cites Judge Crumpacker on Porto Rican tariff policy, and argues McKinley will win due to strong national performance. It also notes mushrooms gathering cautions, Kirby’s Japan trip reflections, and rising anti anarchist actions, plus commentary on Towne and Mill's political standing.
A contested speech by a Democratic candidate ties the Suneas CUS platform to retention of the Philippines. The speaker argues for annexation and Americanization, while challenging Bryan to reparamount the issue and reconcile anti imperial planks with southern support.
The Bequest of Miss Anna H. Man Providence directs $250000 a year to Lord Curcon as viceroy of India and about $1,000,000 for Roger Williams Park maintenance. Tomphing of Mississippi pledges $40000 for Jackson Minnesota textile school construction. Abbott appointed Romance Languages professor at Butler College Indianapolis succeeding Miller. Governor Crane’s Boston reception noted for ban on liquor or wires. Archibald Forbes educated in Klein and contributed a London Letter. General MacArthur narrowly escaped death in Civil War due to letters kept on his person.
The copy highlights a $20 three piece bedroom suite line. It invites closer inspection and notes the construction and finish invite comparison. It claims the suites are better in every way than any other option at the same price.
The Washington Post discusses the term imperialian in relation to Democratic policy on the Philippines. It cites arguments from Mr Bryan and Senator Morgan on a stable form of government for the islands, potentially under guardianship, and notes questions about independence timelines and protectorate terms. Chief Justice Snodgrass opens a Nashville campaign speech.
The Scranton Tribune launches a large Educational Contest offering ten full scholarships plus special rewards to top subscribers. Winners receive tuition and board for four or three years, while all participants earn ten percent of subscriptions they secure. Inquiries to Editor of the Educational Contest Scranton Tribune Scranton Pa.
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