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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1897
Page
5
In a terse December 1 1897 Scranton item the piece contrasts Spain's tense stance with England's granting Canada more autonomy. The brief notes England offers preferential terms while Spain faces losses in its colonial reach, highlighting divergent imperial paths and reactions.
The December Forum reviews two arguments against Hawaii annexation. Ex Chief Justice Daniel Agnew contends no constitutional express power justifies acquiring foreign territory, while others warn annexation risks legal and political turmoil and could invite broader Pacific consequences.
Fragment discusses Bryce's views on American colonization and a reciprocity deal with Canada, noting the government's official stance in Washington while Canada is portrayed as favoring broader terms.
Discussion over a 54th Congress postal reform bill includes backing for limiting free book distribution, abolishing certain publishing privileges, and shifting to higher postal fees. Critics warn harms to publishers and the public, while supporters push for stricter controls and continued service efficiency.
The article discusses Hungary renewing its status with Austria, potential break or renewal this year, and its political tension. It notes Hungary’s wealth relative to Austria, a parliament speech in Budapest calling for independence, and distrust of the union with Austria. It also covers German anger over Haitian property seizure talk and U.S. backing of the Monroe doctrine, plus census delays and Catholic relief in Cuba with U.S. funding.
A. Stokes company presents 1868 artistic calendars and new Humphrey calendar with Hal Hurst engravings and child portraits by Maud Dumper. The Criterion magazine debuts in New York with witty essays, Madonna and Child art, short stories, poems, and amateur photography. Other items include Christmas stories by Spofford and Bell, the December issue of Pocket Magazine, Popular Science highlights, and Life and Immortality by Thomas Gentry.
A review praises McLeod of the Camerons author M Hamilton's The Freedom of Henry Meredith as a keen study of the divorce question and a strong reader uplift. Appleton's Town and Country Library issue highlights the book as worthy of serious consideration this year.
Representative Charlie J Voorhooshie left the David Martin faction in Philadelphia to join the Durham camp. The Philadelphia Bulletin said Attorney General McCormick would not run for governor, a claim later denied by the Philadelphia Press. Pending decisions, ex candidates and opponents of Quayism held a quiet conference to consider independent gubernatorial nominations, aiming to unite anti Quay forces with no clear conclusion.
A fragmentary December calendar lists varied items from local politics and club discussions to theatrical plans, church matters, social events, auctions, and preparations for New Year celebrations. It mentions editorial stances, liquor concerns, charity ventures, and community resolutions with many names and places left unclear.
Beidleman's Big Holiday Book Store opens Friday evening December 3 at the Board of Trade Building on Linden Street.
A Beidleman Bookman item surveys Souvenirs for Ladies, highlighting music related keepsakes and fashion mementos. The note outlines themes, author intent, and potential appeal for female readers.
Eminent pianist and composer Professor Miller will hold daily recitals on the second floor from 2 to 5 30 PM. During his stay sheet music will be sold at half price with singles at 25 cents or three copies for 50 cents.
The list shows discounted blankets including 0 4 Columbia Blankets 0. Te 11 4 Gloriana Blankets and 1 4 Arcadia Blankets priced around 136. The text appears garbled but notes blanket items and prices for this week.
Retail ad urges shoppers to visit stores for sensible gifts with slippers and shoes priced 25 cents to 5 dollars. Emphasizes best efforts and service as if the stores were the buyer's own.
Full size Comfortables in both sides fancy at 9S8e priced $1.50 $2.25 $2.75 $3.25. French Latino Down Quilts at $3.95. Special price this week only. Also a choice line of Silk.
A local display features Rogden’s group and Eric-a-Bilay among world arts items on Lackawanna Avenue. The collection includes Bronze china novelties and other decorative pieces offered as Christmas presents.
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