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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1899
Page
4
Interned at the Scranton Pennsylvania post office as second class mail matter on February 13, 18. The fragment indicates a formal mail entry or imprint connected to Scranton.
Republican nominations list James B Moir for mayor Thomas J Brooks for treasurer F J Widmayr for controller and John Coutier Mortis George J Shires as school directors Ansonors Billym Jones Philip Rinsland C Fowler. February 2. A paid fire department is urged after a recent conflagration showing local material to form a first class force. citizens demand remuneration for bravery.
The piece endorses Fred J. Widmayer for city controller, praising his integrity and three years of prior service. It warns that the next three years demand a man of clear mind and backbone to curb abuses and avert bankruptcy. It contrasts with broader foreign policy debates on Manila and Havana.
A bill proposing a state tax on beer appears in Macrsburn. The text suggests the measure may vanish quickly, with doubts about its viability and potential swift disappearance.
Whitelaw Reid lauds the peace commission as doing its duty by peace terms favorable to the United States. He defends the Cuban and Philippine policies, noting Congress opened the door for open trade, withheld forced Spanish sovereignty, and bore war costs while preserving Congress’s power over territorial status.
The court of Inquiry called to investigate the embalmed beef scandal will sit for months to uncover all facts. It has plenary powers and civilian inquiries failed to provide authority. The president formed the court on Feb 3, and it must thoroughly examine who supplied spoiled meat to troops and who profited, with General Miles as a key witness. Public duty demands full truth before any delay hurts the army or export interests.
The government modifies how travelers’ personal effects are admitted through the New York custom house. The existing regulations could not stand in any country with free government and self respecting citizenship, signaling a stricter approach to imports and duties.
A provocative question frames the Chicago paper as surrendering to hysteria in its editorial pages, challenging readers to weigh bias and judgment in current commentaries. The piece critiques tone and stance inside the Chicago era press.
A garbled critique mocks a government push to influence Malay affairs and an office claimed to be unfit. It jokes about the oldest inhabitant, thermometer errors, and references embalmment, American forces in Manila, and Gomes reaching Havana.
Astrolabe cast for Monday February 33 1699 bids insights on reformers mercy luck and hope. The entry notes a child’s awakening to active reform and warns against laziness while linking mercy to gentleness and conscience in daily life.
Special Correspondent reports Washington debates a nationwide plan to build reservoirs in arid states and territories. Senators Carter Warren and Maxwell urge a comprehensive storage network to irrigate lands, boost navigation, curb floods, and spur western population and industry growth.
A discussion of U S railroad mileage dominance and superior American service. It compares passenger rates, freight costs, and facilities with Europe, noting lower U S rates at about 2.15 cents per mile for passengers and 0.97 cent per ton mile for freight. It highlights western chair cars, sleeping car service, and ongoing improvements reducing costs and improving convenience.
Reid argues against hesitation in handling US duties abroad warning of trouble in the Philippines Cuba and Puerto Rico. He urges prompt inexorable vigor and justice to meet grave duties and to purify polities and strengthen government.
A fragmented reader letter style debate notes two speakers arguing about the United States controlling a reliable brand and influencing outcomes. The Washington Star is cited as a source reference in the public discourse. The text displays confusion and partial quotes from a larger discussion on independence and foreign policy.
Local shoe shop touts quality and value with a five day sale titled Always Busy. Store emphasizes comfort and low prices while inviting customers to visit during the limited event.
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