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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1897
Page
7
Scranton welcomes visitors with noted hospitality as the city hosts a group on August 21 1897. The report highlights lack of delays and a smooth reception, praising local organizations and residents for orderly arrangements and cordial reception.
A Philadelphia Press narrative reports a week long clash between European financiers backed by governments and American capital backed by U S wealth. Americans bought blocks of bonds from New York City and Metropolitan Traction, signaling financial independence from Europe and challenging foreign control. The piece laments oppression in Cuba and questions political choices that harm humanity over dollar concerns, ending with a local query about Scranton baseball.
The piece recalls Evangelina Cisneros the Cuban president's niece held by Spanish authorities in Havana for nine months then convicted by drum head court and sent to Ceuta. It notes harsh prison conditions and riots, highlighting U S concerns over Spain Cuba policy and the treatment of the young woman amid broader tensions.
The piece questions the merit and motives behind John Brisben Walker's plan to offer free tuition to students unable to attend city universities. It defends the publisher's charitable aim, critiques press persecution, and argues the venture could benefit American institutions if successful. It also touches on Senator Hoar's view of English and American representation and notes praise for Harrisburg News and Behuylkill county naturalization rules.
The piece argues that naturalization should be blocked for those unable to prove fitness beyond doubt to preserve good government. It notes Alabama’s rare executions over 35 years and critiques judicial duty. It cites the Klondike governor’s $5000 salary and hints at untapped Cuban policy development signals.
A Rochester Democrat and Chronicle examination cites Charles H. Grosvenor's July speech in the Congressional Record to accuse Civil Service Reform under the Cleveland administration of partisan manipulation. The piece notes numerous removals and promotions across departments, arguing reforms were used to reward Democrats and punish Republicans, detaching integrity from policy.
A Providence Journal excerpt discusses a Western paper mocking Boston for its penny culture. It argues against praising excessive coin spending, warns penny hoarding breeds vice, and contrasts American thrift with abroad lavishness, noting how small change shapes perceptions of virtue.
The piece contrasts European and American spending habits, arguing Europeans seek savings while Americans push spending. It notes rising motel rates, higher care costs, and pricier shopping abroad, warning that excessive luxury and pride in spending hinder true prosperity despite a small income.
The page offers a playful amalgam of fortune telling and local quips. It notes Scranton elvica’s season form, Park Commissioner Bedford’s possible view on Nay Aug plot, and warnings about business prudence. It also recalls Klondike notes, a dust covered ad tip, and a chaotic but mild incident at a party with injuries.
Lealon's Weekly cites Dr Chauncey M Depew as an example of sustained stamina and alertness. The article praises his simple appetite and swift menu choices, contrasts American hospitality with foreign hotel fare, and argues that Americans eat well and wisely, supporting national vigor.
A St. Louis Republic piece argues the Liberty statue torch at Bedloe’s Island symbolizes law and order not anarchy. It warns that anarchists have no place in the United States, stating they do not work and threaten the republic’s prosperity.
The Times Herald describes Alaska with exaggerated distances and extreme cold. It claims Alaska lies 1.0 miles west of Hawaii and that ground in central and northern regions freezes to depth of 20 feet. It mentions frigid long nights driving Southerners mad and rapid currents with thin ice nine feet thick in places, with other regions reaching forty fat. Distances like 200 miles from Sitka to Klondike are noted and body exposure times are warned.
The Washington Star notes a shift from old hopes of knowledge to modern aims as dictionary makers add yearly supplements while aviation advances. It highlights Franklin flying a kite as a simple origin story amid talks of new aerodromes and scientific progress.
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