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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1900

Page

4

Scranton Prosperity Hinted By Anthracite Coal Hope

Most of us would prefer to see the Stooke plumes of prosperity in Scranton created by anthracite coal alone.

Scranton

Political clash over free coinage and Bryan's appeal

The piece argues the Republican stance will confront Democratic aims on free silver and the Kansas City platform. It cites party split dynamics, mentions McKinley and Bryan, discusses Senate and gubernatorial implications, and analyzes likely shifts in support and votes across states.

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Speech on Currency Basis and Political Strategy

The text argues against shifting the monetary standard and warns Republicans to rally around the current gold standard. It depicts opposition plans to win votes by appealing to free silver and criticizes Populists for risking calamity. It references Lincoln era precedents and urges caution in changing the financial basis.

Roosevelt Weighs Vice Presidency In Modern Politics

The article discusses Theodore Roosevelt’s views on strengthening the vice presidency to better align with the president’s views and party leadership. It notes Roosevelts past stance, cites Hobart as a model, and argues reforms could empower the vice president to consult on major questions and possibly join the cabinet. It adds context on Roosevelts stature and Pekin heroism.

Jury Calls Tightened Poisons Law On Minors In Pa

A Philadelphia jury recommends statewide action to curb sale of poisons and skudanum to youths under 18. It notes rising deaths by self poisoning among children and criticizes laxity in enforcing age restrictions. The piece warns of dangerous trends and urges legislative change.

Philadelphia Coroners Jury State of Pennsylvania

Poison and peril with a tainted moral

A column condemns easy access to poisons at drug stores and the risk of self harm. It cites a five year old buying laudanum to kill herself, notes a hero who saved a drowning girl, and mentions a Mayville woman suing a saloon for damages after her husband drowned following liquor.

Altoona Mayville

Women of Victoria Protest Against Suffrage Bill

A group of 16 000 women in Victoria North 8 West petition against the woman’s suffrage bill. The piece notes some women fear voting while others seek active oversight of state affairs.

Victoria

Politics Notes Rebut Republican Campaign Document Claim

A Roches ter Democrat and Chinoniele defend the monthly national reports as accurate reflections of US economic health under Republican rule. They cite exports imports and a strong currency as proof of prosperity and political advantage for McKinley. Other items discuss tariff politics and public opinion including remarks on Hanna and Butler.

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Republican Candidate Draws Support Across Illinois and Indiana

The piece notes mill and banking voters shifting to the Democrats while pledging Republican backing for McKinley. It cites G Van Noorkeke of Carlyle IL voting for McKinley, Deveridge focusing on imperialism, and Beurner defecting from Bevan. It adds Speaker Henderson expects coast states to back McKinley by large margins amid expansionist sentiment.

Henderson

Title by Purchase and Sovereignty in US History

The piece argues that sovereignty over a people is not ownership but governance and that the United States acquired titles to lands and peoples by purchase without consent in multiple historical cases. It asserts that the Philippines’ sovereignty mirrors past territorial acquisitions, and that such titles were and are considered lawful without universal consent.

Mark Blanna Manne Mr. Hanns The Washington Post Ind Dryan Canasa Brxan Promised Land Tararl Bryan Tiocas Jefferton Louidiana trans-Misimippi Paris United States Philippines

Political Home Thrusts and Platform Critiques

The piece discusses Mayor Van Wyck and his alleged ice trust dividends of four dollars a year. It cites party divisions over the Kansas City platform and Bryan’s influence, arguing the plank’s rot taints the whole structure and condemning the Democratic stance.

van Wyck Ice Bie Dis Kansas City

Extraordinary Contest at The Tribune Scholarship Drive

The Scranton Tribune appeals to ambitious young people to join an Educational Contest offering ten scholarships and additional rewards. Top winners receive full tuition and board for four and three years. all participants earning subscribers gain ten percent of money from those subscriptions.

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Special Rewards and Scholarships Offerings in Wyoming and Scranton

A jumble of available scholarships, courses, and exhibitions across Wyoming and Scranton is outlined. Items include a Wyoming seminary scholarship, Keystone Academy funding, a Mann/Manor course, and multiple exhibitions at local venues. Contenders failing to win any reward would receive ten percent of their totals.

Wyoming Seminary Meare Thutt and Meard Keystone Aceing Sears Chainiew Conrad Brothers Scranton Busines College Bus Bene Echimpff Lacka- Wana

Office Supplies Ad Promotes Cards and Monogram Stationery

A northeastern Pennsylvania retailer advertises a wide range of office supplies and emphasizes a specialty in visiting cards and monogram stationery. The copy claims to carry the largest and most complete line and invites customers to visit for a trial.

Pennsylvania

Interview Tricks and Politics in the Empire State

A Philadelphia Post recollects how Senator Platt trusted a New York newspaper reporter to craft a two column interview about the Brooklyn fight. The reporter turned in a favorable piece after a busy day and an accommodating hotel corridor encounter. The tale highlights political maneuvering and media influence in New York.

United States Revulor Thomas Collier Mart New York Hoe Empire State Platt Hie Beet Wiatt Lower Broadway Brooklyn Ft. Grond Hy Piatt Milladelphis Saturday Post

Pennsylvania Boy Heroic Marine Faces Wound at Tientsin

From the New York Sun, Capt. Smedley T. Hotter USMC is praised as a remarkable 19 year old Marine officer. He served in three waves during the Spanish War, led the marine guard on the Newark, saw action in the Philippines, and was wounded at Tientsin near a turret. The piece notes his rapid promotions and potential to become commandant of the U S Marine Corps.

Smedley T. Hotter Marine Guard Newark Philippines Mtohe Taku Tientsin Navy Teigadler United States Marine Corps

Unscrambling Tribune Subscription Rewards Rules

Contest rules describe prizes for Scemee and other contestants based on points from new subscribers. Prizes include one month, three months, six months, and one year subscriptions. Top scorer chooses from special offers. second place receives a separate reward. All payments must be in advance and subscriptions must be handed to the Tribune office within the week. The contest closes on a Saturday evening in September.

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Finley’s Announces Fall Fabrics And Closeouts

The store highlights a complete line of plaid and stripe back suitings suitable for rainy days, golf, or bicycle skirts in greys, tans, blues, and blacks. New ceviots and cremes cheviot are in demand for seaside and mountain wear. Remaining foulards and wash silks are being closed out below cost with a still decent assortment available.

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