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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1902
Page
5
The Tribune outlines advertising rates and submission rules for letters to the editor. It specifies that letters must include real names, be arguable, and may be edited. It lists per inch rates for display and related notices within one year.
Scranton voters are urged to elect the Republican state and legislative ticket. The piece argues Pennsylvania’s taxation shift favors homeowners by taxing corporations, franchises, and other indirect sources while keeping direct taxes off individuals. It cites historical changes, current policy, and Canada-US reciprocity as economic context.
The article praises Wu Ting-fang for his longer political life in Washington, noting his endearing conduct and clever speeches. It commends his tact in delicate matters and his enthusiasm to learn American ways, suggesting his influence has been favorable to U S relations.
The piece lauds Minister Wu for his charming conduct and social relations that prompt Americans to rethink secular biases. It suggests Americans are provincial and condescending toward Asiatic culture yet find Wu a delightful heathen. The column notes the press cannot rouse Mont Pelee or George Fred Williams again.
The piece argues for a strong U S maritime policy noting German and British ship lines dominance in New York trade in 1901 and criticizing American-flag fleets. It quotes Walter J Ballard urging a full ocean-going merchant fleet to boost exports and claims 22 legal executions in Mississippi reflect a strengthening jury system against lynching.
William Allen White uses a Roosevelt era parable to critique U S policy in Cuba. He contrasts two camps one supporting ongoing aid and the other demanding repayment and tougher measures. White writes from Kansas about the split among Republicans and business interests.
Historical discussion compares annual earnings of domestic workers in the United States and Britain. It notes higher British wages and stronger demand in London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow, with figures for general housework, maids, kitchen staff, and nurses. The piece implies England offers better overall compensation and privileges than the U.S. for similar service.
The article contrasts British and American views on household service, noting Americans show less rebellion toward service and women face fewer marriage penalties. It questions whether a breadwinner woman can enter domestic work as readily as clerical or factory roles, despite rising pay and demand. It also cites Adington Grove torpedo practice as evidence that skilled male marksmen remain capable.
The piece surveys Jules Verne’s claim that novels will fade and contrasts it with views from five American writers in the September North American Review. It previews three Outlook articles by John D. Long Walter Page and Archibald R. Colquhoun, plus a note on novels’ relation to newspapers and drama.
In Harper's Weekly a critique notes the Pullman monopoly adds twenty five cents a day to conductors wives pay while accusing the company of profiting from tips. It argues reforms could curb overcharges, porter tips, and outdated berth practices, condemning the system as inherently extractionary.
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