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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1900
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune notes a circulating rumor of a Toudle plot to taint the Democratic convention for tomorrow's Republican congressional candidate race. It counters the claim as baseless and insults tied to the Times editor’s imputations, urging trust in the Democratic delegates.
The Brooklyn Eagle defends its Washington correspondent A B Atkins’ claim that his Dewey interview quotes were correct. The paper notes Dewey’s denials, cites corroboration from General Lawton Otis and others, and argues Atkins acted with enterprise and accuracy when facts support him. It adds Bryan’s acceptance speech signals possible extra session terms with Aguinaldo. The piece ends with a whimsical aside about Professor Marper’s 13 cent daily wage.
SPECIAL correspondent reports on the Democratic party’s alleged disenfranchisement in seven Southern states and the Republican contrast, plus an explainer of the Alaska boundary dispute as laid out by Secretary Hay’s summer home briefing. It discusses boundary lines, proposals for arbitration, and U S positions on Dyea Skaguay and Lynn Canal.
The document argues southern states enjoy greater electoral impact than northern ones, citing ratios of votes per congressman and per presidential elector. It urges fair representation under the Fourteenth Amendment and equitable franchise, warning against Bryan and urging universal white and black ballot access.
The article describes tensions at southern Klondike gateways with Canada and the United States mounting troops and police, a provisional boundary fixed by U S Coast Survey and a Canadian astronomer, shifting claims, and a dual government in a no man's land. It notes Canada ceding more than a hundred miles while the U S gains little, and mentions various political and international observations.
The New York Committee of One Hundred reports over $200,008 in relief receipts with daily gains around $24. Donations reach all regions, with small gifts from children and efforts by churches, clubs, factories, and students. Urgent need for ongoing gifts continues as rains help some, but famine and shelter remain critical.
Historic plea urges immediate famine relief with organized local drives and published notices. The New York executive committee led by Lt Chamberlain promotes readable placards, famine literature, and centralized collections to aid starving families and shelter the vulnerable amid widespread hunger.
A letter of acceptance for Provident McKinley is presented for consideration. It expresses gratitude for renomination, pledges devotion to party principles, and references the Philadelphia platform. The note invokes Lincoln’s warning and mentions national prosperity and honor.
A French naturalist says the world would become uninhabitable in nine years if birds vanish, despite sprays and pomona for insect demonstration, as slugs and tide damage orchards.
The poem pokes at political slogans and figures as it quips about Democratic optimism and McKinley era politics. It mocks campaign rhetoric with lines about the full dinner pail and forgetfulness, reflecting partisan press tones of the period.
Finley’s presents a late summer autumn line of 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 and light tones. Cream cheviot is new and in demand for seaside and mountain wear. Remaining foulards wash silks and fine French Charlies are being closed out at less than cost with a fair assortment left.
An advertisement touts a store in northeastern Pennsylvania offering the largest and most complete line of office supplies. It promotes visiting cards and monogram stationery and invites customers to visit if they need proper office goods.
The Scranton Tribune launches a large Educational Contest aimed at increasing circulation across Lackawanna and nearby counties. Ten top contestants will win full tuition scholarships and board for up to four years, plus ten percent commissions on subs they obtain. Every participant earns a share of proceeds, with inquiries directed to the Editor of the Educational Contest, Scranton Tribune, Scranton, Pa.
A list of scholarships and prizes including Wyoming Seminary Keystone Academy and Scranton institutions. Items include four year scholarships with tuition and board, piano lessons at Scranton Conservatory, business college scholarships, and assorted watches and a camera, all displayed or exhibited at local dealers on Wyoming avenues and Lackawanna streets.
The contest rewards the most points earned by new subscribers. Points: one month 60, three months 1.95, six months 2.50, one year 6.00. Highest points get first choice of rewards, second highest gets second choice, others none. If no reward, 10 percent of all money turned in is paid. Subscriptions must be paid in advance, new subscribers only, renewals not counted. Subscriptions and cash must be handed in at The Tribune office within the week. Subscriptions on blanks from The Tribune office or by mail. Contest ends 8 PM Saturday, September 29, 1900.
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