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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1897
Page
4
The item presents a political opinion noting that Mr. Horn seems to embody both horns of the Democratic dilemma. The piece appears in a 19th century Scranton publication with standard subscription and mailing details.
The Atlantic survey by Carroll D. Wright argues wages rise for all classes from 1850 to 1900 while the rich gain in proportion, refuting socialist views. Judge Willey notes colonial fortunes surpass present wealth shares, and railroads show large disbursements accompany huge gains. The piece also praises restraint in Cuba intervention and lauds Philadelphia press for Grand Army encampment coverage.
Washington dispatch relays General Woodford instructions favoring speedy Cuba peace while pressing for a 1871 style arbitration convention on damages. The piece discusses autonomy plans, Spain's likely rejection, and potential U S action if a tougher approach is needed. The analysis notes the administration may have erred in not advancing Cleveland Olney lines.
The Toronto Globe advocates a distinct Canadian policy focused on conserving forest wealth and building domestic industries rather than bowing to foreign demand or American pressures. It argues Canada should act independently, aligning with Britain, and warns against being a barometer in US political weather. It also notes U S tariff strategy aims to protect citizens, cites tin plate as an example, and praises Canada going its own way.
Mr. Shelton reviews experiments in several cities since 1850 testing manufactured fuel gas for cooking. Five regular gas companies conducted trials. Savannah failed after two years with only 50 customers and low demand. Des Moines shows 20 customers at high prices. St Louis offered 20 cents fuel gas to a large population with 80 users. Boston and Louisville reported minimal economic success. Shelton concludes these trials proved high grade fuel gas could be made cheaper but still failed to attract steady demand.
A Philadelphia Press analysis argues the United States is entering a new era of financial independence and potential supremacy. It discusses rising gold imports, vast domestic gold accumulations, and the shift of economic power from Europe to America driven by exports, mining returns, and currency realignments.
Financial observers report falling interest rates and rising capital in the United States with capital stocks swelling beyond prewar levels. They note large, easily secured funds for municipal, railway securities and booming investments in electrical development and trusts, predicting a lasting era of prosperity and stable currency.
The New York Sun surveys next year’s bicycle models and prices. Expect standard prices around 75 to 150 dollars with emphasis on chainless designs, varied gears, and tougher tires to resist punctures as riders anticipate improvements for 1894 bicycles.
In Rochester Herald commentary, it is argued that forming an anarchist band is criminal in intent and fact under the immigration act. Commissioner Powderly is cited as having legal opinion to classify anarchists as criminals and to exclude them from American territory.
Daily horoscope by Amaccus notes favorable indicators for a child born this day and hints at campaign hopefuls. Yukon News from Klondike mentions a condensed milk festival at Cooney's cabin Monday night and a coal tale at Panther lodge ending oddly with $13,000 earned. Obituary jokes and a local card game tale wrap the item with satirical flair.
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