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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1900
Page
5
Local note explains that letters sent to the Tribune from a Beranten Pa contact may be published only if the author uses a real name and agrees to editorial revision. The paper reserves the right to edit submissions before printing.
A February 1900 city notice in Scranton urges voters to back the Republican ticket for school directors C. C. Ferber B. H. Fellows and supports the Vinduel andlsework.
The article discusses a proposed treaty between the United States and Britain limiting fortification and colonial claims around a Central American canal. It frames neutrality and open terms for other nations, notes U S interest to control the canal, and highlights opposition in the Senate regarding canal ownership and strategic concessions. It cites figures like Sir Henry Pulver and Jon M Clovien and references a broader shift in American foreign policy toward greater commercial engagement and rivalry.
The article outlines a decades long feud between Marcus Daly and William A. Clark over Montana political control. It covers factional maneuvers, legislative shifts, and capital battles between Helena and Anaconda, with lavish spending and key moments in the contests for senator and capital status.
The article argues a clerk’s guilt in a contested election amid corrupt Montana politics. It accuses money influence, defends the clerk as provoked, and notes the broader political climate. It also praises a west branch Susquehanna tree-planting effort while warning against lumber interests.
In a House report Mr Payne argues a 26 percent tariff on trade between Puerto Rico and the United States replaces free trade. He says the duty supports federal revenue, funds public schools and pond systems, and aids island governance while avoiding costly long range legislation that could harm Hawaii and other possessions.
The article notes a Wyoming by law challenged as unconstitutional and upheld by the Supreme Court, affirming press rights and competition. It cites General French and Kimberley exploits, praising press freedom and the public interest in open reporting.
The Courier Journal denounces the Goebel law as an attack on democracy, arguing it would place election control in a self choosing tribunal, independent of voters, enabling oligarchic power over all offices. The piece warns such a system would erode popular government and mock republican ideals.
The piece argues that a proposed measure would weaponize state election machinery for partisan ends, favoring Goebelists and risking domination by the ruling party. It notes potential amendments to widen control, including an educational qualification for voters and discretionary voter qualification by Goebel boards. Kimberley is relieved. Charley Maciam remains unsettled.
The piece condemns Congress for wavering between cutting and reinstating the civil service commission, arguing such vacillation harms credibility. It urges bold action to end sham reform, defending a well regulated civil service and fair appointment oversight amid calls to support General Wood.
Special Correspondence from Philadelphia describes the founding and growth of Philadelphia College of Law, from early lectures by James Wilson to a full law faculty led by Judge George Sharswood, the move to Congress Hall, and the later building campaigns and notable professors shaping its history.
General Miten' announces a new saddle charge from a famous Wentecky farm en route to Washington. Senator Hale of Maine impresses with clear resonant speech. Arthur Pinero claims a sword of a great-uncle who fought at Trafalgar. Aloe Buresthaler lauded as the coming tenor in upper Bavaria. The German empress's English improves while the emperor speaks fluently with little accent. Representative Kiutte is a lawyer by training but aligned with specific political views.
A reflective piece contrasts a woman’s indoor comfort with public discomfort in a streetcar. It notes two large men blocking seats while a mother disciplines her child, then pivots to advise women to rest their eyes and avoid strain to preserve youthful vitality.
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The shop announces the spring 1900 foulard silks and challies featuring top manufacturers’ lines. The new colors include blues greys heliotrope fawn and other shades suitable for summer garments in Natural Foulard and Liberty Satin finishes.
Our Charlies are too handsome to describe and our assortment now far exceeds prior seasons. Scarcity in finer grades means the best selection will be limited to seven periods, so early buyers gain the most. See our exhibit this week.
Prang Platinettes offer beautiful new reproductions for picture study in schools. Teachers and superintendents can choose from two subjects with substantial value and inexpensive prices. The assortment is complete and prices are very reasonable.
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