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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1897
Page
4
The Beranton Tribune Weekly prints a political notice from Scranton dated August 26 1897. It reports a resolution endorsing the Democratic National Convention platform adopted August 24 1897 with no reserve. Names a plank second in the Lackawanna Democracy platform.
The annual address of Mr. Woolworth, president of the American Bar Association, delivered in Cleveland, argues for equality before the law and equal opportunities in education and enterprise. He warns that unchecked wealth and poverty create stark inequities and urges legal and social reforms to curb material excess while promoting broader welfare. Indications rise that Tommie Atkins will soon have both hands full in India.
The local view holds that U S railways are owned largely by the very rich, so any public advantage gained through discriminatory legislation or other means would fall mainly on those who can afford it.
The piece argues for recognizing railway shareholders as vital to national development. It cites statistics on shareholder proportions in eastern trunk lines and Pennsylvania Railroad and contends railways underpin farmers, markets, and wealth diffusion. It urges Populists to adopt a positive stance toward rail transportation and its economic role.
The Supreme court avoids forcing citizens to navigate risky railroad crossings when tracks are obscured by smoke or mist. The decision acknowledges dangers and thanks the court for not mandating pedestrian passage over active rails in poor visibility.
Preliminary government figures indicate total foreign trade reached 91,816,200,096 in the year, a volume record surpassing prior years and led by strong gains in exports. The 10 year average shows exports rising and manufacturing shipments driving the shift, with Great Britain and Germany as leading partners and Canada, Mexico, Japan, and China showing notable trade patterns.
The piece asserts the U S will bid for new markets and clash with older European producers, predicting U S supremacy in industry and finance within the Twentieth century. It notes small but optimistic anti in Harrisburg and questions on the Pope's stance toward the Cuban Insurrection.
A Philadelphia Record piece notes how trade tricks appear in many industries. It highlights loaded silk, false Babbitt metal, and sun exposure effects, detailing inspection standards by the Pennsylvania Railroad and the risk to buyers and honest makers. It advocates a government test department for commercial articles to curb fraud and aid quick, reliable reporting.
A critical essay notes how Americans seek Britain’s help for ship repairs while Britain adapts Halifax and Bermuda docks for American battleships. It argues language and blood ties link the nations, yet warns that wartime rivalries could flare between strangers. Captain Mahan gains British recognition for his naval theories.
The text argues destiny compels British and American sailors to fight side by side, deeming petty objections insignificant. Washington and Weem—knowing this—recognize the Indiana's appearance at the Halifax dry dock as revealing proof of the implied outcome.
A Chicago Record piece argues for strict government neutrality in strikes. It says unions may withhold labor to win concessions, while employers may hire replacements, and condemns use of injunctions to favor one side. Pickets may be allowed when peaceful, but courts should not shield violence.
The Illustrated American debates vegetarianism versus meat eating, arguing meat provides vitality and that high achievement roots lie in omnivorous diets. It cautions overindulgence in starch and urges moderation, especially in heat, asserting noble work arises from meat-inclusive meals.
The verse celebrates fall time with rustic imagery of mountains dawn, fiddles, and courting rides by moonlight. It contrasts summer and fall and calls for dancing with partners as the season approaches. An Allanta Constitution imprint anchors the piece.
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