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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1900
Page
5
The Scranton Tribune explains it accepts letters on current topics but requires real names and editorial revision. It invites “friends” to send short letters, noting space permits publication and that all submissions may be edited.
Ten pages question whether Thomas Fr. Howe will obstruct the opening of Wyoming Avenue by delaying plans for a printing plant that would employ 500 men and provide about 0,000 in annual wages.
The article reviews the Cuban post service under Rathbone from Jan 1, 1899, to June 30, 1899, detailing organizational efforts, new bureaus, and cost changes. It notes scarce theft, early desk reforms, mail transportation shifts to steamship lines, and the creation of a rail network with 299 offices across six provinces and 585 employees, including Americans and Cubans.
In six months the Havana post office saw demand for international money orders surge as army reductions followed the Cuba occupation. Domestic orders rose from 1 400 to 5 065 while international orders climbed from 6 362 to 11 402. The period included heavy undelivered mail recoveries and a large dead letter operation, with overall costs and deficits noted in the report.
The Philadelphia Record asserts a large campaign fund exists to influence this year’s legislative district battles against Quis. The Tribune and Press clash over claims of boasting and insurgent aims. The piece notes ongoing speak easy issues in Scranton despite mayoral talk of action.
The article argues for passing the Hepburn bill to fund a Nicaragua canal via the Instal Mend plan, creating a government project on U.S. soil. It asserts this would begin definite work, reduce congressionally inspired delay, and accelerate U.S. interests in Asia following Dewey’s Philippine victory and growing North Pacific involvement.
The piece argues the Nicaragua canal is essential for American growth and defense, urging swift action. It notes political unity on canal construction, praises General Wood for Cuban justice actions, and critiques patriotism as continuous. It also mentions future power generation via concentrated heat and predictions about Filipino reconciliation under American rule.
The Saturday Evening Post lauds Secretary of War Elihu Root for his listening skills and impartial approach. Root’s careful, thorough legal work boosted his early rise, and his talent at interviewing rivals is likened to ancient statesmen. A reporter visiting Washington found Root engaged, offering little for publication until an assistant secretary interrupted with business.
A party of diners recalls Captain Patillo’s long distance marksmanship. He endured sickness but finally fired 20 straight rounds with a flag signaling each hit, drawing applause from General Miler, a Washington official, and other officers.
Humorous clipped sketches from Collier's Weekly feature misinterpreted letters and flirtatious banter. A drunken Irish sergeant recalls missed shots while a newly married couple exchange teasing letters about privacy and secrets amid playful confusion.
A boastful suitor values his wealth at $160,000 and proposes marriage followed by forming a New Jersey corporation, as the new partner contemplates business acumen and social ties in a church ceremony.
A Philadelphia Record item states anti-Quay organizers have a substantial fund, with the Scranton Tribune and Philadelphia Press in a back-and-forth over the claim. The Record reported a possible fund up to half a million dollars as political intelligence, which the Tribune denied as inaccurate. The Record maintains the information was true.
The piece notes consistent malice in anti Quay campaigns and suggests those feuds may fuel his popular support as disputes go before the public. It argues that the fight against Quay reflects broader political hostilities influencing his repeated victories.
The first issue of a new monthly titled The Successful American appears as a lavish four page quarto from Pro rographical Company of 121 Park Row New York. It promises authentic portraits of 14 prominent Americans and other contemporary material. Subscriptions are a year. The February Century will feature Talks with Napoleon from Dr O Meara with details on discovery and relations to Napoleon and a Boer War article by WW J Whigham.
The purchase season continues with a chance to lay in a supply of high class underclothing at low cost. A stock of unquesioned merit trims and embroideries is offered for home-made garments. New line of tinted Swiss mouse lines with all over to match available.
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