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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1900
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune notes it publishes short letters on current topics, must be signed with the writer's real name, and all contributions are subject to editorial revision. The notice appears in the paper under the standard postal and publication details of the period.
The document lists Republican nominations for national and local offices in Scranton on August 13 1000. It names President William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt as ticket leaders and GALVESTA A GROW as a statewide figure with other candidates for auditor general congress sheriff and judges. The page also notes criticism of The Tribune for not printing certain interview material.
A political column critiques Bryan's anti-imperialist stance as a mask for pursuing free silver, attacking the Supreme Court, and misusing electoral power. Senator Hoar warns that judges may shift under a future president and accuses Bryan's coalition of disfranchising 10 million Americans, dishonoring currency, and undermining national faith. The piece cites Bryan’s Kentucky nod and alleged support from states that terrorize Black voters.
The article argues that electoral votes distort representation with Minnesota and South Carolina tied to nine votes each while population and suffrage rights differ. It claims the South seeks to nullify the Fifteenth and resist the Fourteenth amendments, maintaining political control through the electoral college and suppression of Black voters. It contrasts Northern lack of sectionalism with Southern white supremacy.
The piece argues that unequal voting strength from the South threatens presidential outcomes and legislative balance. It criticizes Bryan and southern lawmakers for undermining the Constitution, warns of long term dangers to currency and foreign policy, and notes Irish-American prisoners captured by the British. Fifteen details about Ireland are mentioned.
The Boston Advertiser reviews Bryan speeches from four years earlier and finds that applying a gold standard would have produced dire outcomes. It lists alleged effects on prices debt labor wages savings and employment across multiple city speeches, concluding Bryan is a doubtful guide for America.
Secretary Root cites an agreement to appoint Count von Walderer as commander in chief of international forces in China and to oversee American troop cooperation. The Navy faces a split over cruiser size for three new ships, with a push for 9,600-ton cruisers at 23 knots to ensure value for the public money.
Private bidders drop price from 445 to 400 per ton for Krupp armor while Midvale Steel offers to supply 31 000 tons at 438 a ton, a saving of 3 317 000. Cape Nome miners seek government aid home amid Pacific steamship lure distrust. Democrats debate Bryan failures on free silver and Philippines. Admiral Dewey interview quality questioned. Public enthusiasm for Adlai Stevenson dampened.
The piece argues Republicans credit four decades of national growth under their leadership while criticizing Bryan and Democratic plans for the Philippines. It claims McKinley era gains exceed the Dems' assurances and questions Tryan’s ideas on independence, threatening to recall troops and risk upheaval in Manila.
A fragmented transcript reflects debate within the Isenoonmite party over reducing or erasing the seviate majority. Members urge restraint and emphasize principled action to avoid harmful outcomes and maintain parliamentary balance.
The text discusses a revolutionary era leader’s call to cede West Point and push Congress to approve parliamentary steps for independence. It contrasts Spain’s war end with U S aims and critiques a proposed Philippines treaty backed by Pryan and supporters to grant sovereignty and funding, arguing constitutional duties and future congressional control.
From the Idianayelia areas, Ind. residents state they do not believe Mr McKinley his cabinet ministers or the Republican leaders in Congress are involved in any plot to crown a monarchy or set up an imperial rule.
An Indianapolis Press note emphasizes the push for free silver at 18 to 1 or different ratios, portraying it as the central and defining issue of the Bryan and Democratic platforms, with no other topic comparably newsworthy.
From the Undianapolis Preas in Indiana, the text asserts Bryan is honest and sincere, yet unsteady in belief and prone to extreme views. The fragment suggests concern about his steadfastness and political stance.
A jumble of curious claims spans wealth and population myths, wind power from Snoqualmie Falls, Delaware caning male offenders, and ancient riding customs. It notes advances in hydraulics, botany, silk, and gears, with scattered observations on travel, law, and Roman cavalry practices.
Finleys highlights include Plaid and Stripe Back Suitings suitable for rain golf or bicycle skirts in greys tans blues and blacks plus new ceviots plain and hairline in oxford light grey and blue brown Cream Cheviot opened for seaside and mountain wear Foulards Wash Silks and Fine French Charlies close out below cost with a fair assortment remaining.
A promotional note touts a store with the largest line of office supplies in northeastern Pennsylvania. It advertises visiting cards and monogram stationery and invites customers to come in for a trial.
Senator Hoar’s remarks quoted as calling for an extra session and urging Congress to relinquish the Philippines to its people. The text criticizes Aryan’s stance as impractical and asserts the need for stable order under U.S. protection before any withdrawal.
The Scranton Tribune launches a wide Educational Contest offering ten scholarships covering tuition and board for four or three years to top performers who recruit the most subscribers. All participants receive ten percent of the money from subscriptions they win, guaranteed as a fair business offer. Inquiries should be sent to the Editor of the Educational Contest, Scranton Tribune, Scranton, Pa.
A compiled list details several scholarships in Wyoming Seminary Keystone Academy Scranton and Scranton University. Items include tuition and board scholarships, music and piano instruction courses, a Columbia bicycle model, a solid gold watch, and a 4x5 telephoto camera all displayed at local exhibitors and shops on Lackawanna and Wyoming avenues.
The prize goes to the contestant with the most points from new subscriptions. Points credit: one month 0, three months 1.25, six months 2.60, one year 6.00. Highest points pick first rewards. others follow. Unawarded contestants receive 10 percent of money turned in. All subscriptions prepaid. renewals not counted. Subscriptions and cash due at The Tribune office within the week. blanks available at the office or by mail. Contest ends promptly at 5 o clock Saturday evening, September 29.
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