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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1900
Page
7
The Scranton Tribune states it will print short letters from readers on current topics, provided they are signed with the writer’s real name and subject to editorial review before acceptance.
In Chicaeo, buffet attachments are proposed to be added to streetcar cars to provide food and drink for hungry riders. Snowy weather in Scranton raises questions about looping service and potential pay adjustments for travelers.
The passage describes the mayor relying on police, detectives, and a special fund to suppress "sperk-easies" and secure extra revenue from enforcement. The city solicitor’s office and council support are mentioned as available resources, while the mayor’s motives and clarity of law are called into question. It also notes General Leonard Wood’s popularity and a Havana newspaper subscription detail as part of the broader context.
The article argues against mine shutdowns in Scranton and belittles outside calls from Indianapolis and other coal regions. It stresses that soft and hard coal trades compete and warns a strike would bring idle time, debt, and economic distress. Citizens should act to prevent a crisis and maintain stable industry relations.
The proposition would require the next mayor to post an 810,000 bond as indemnity if funds are misused. Citizens are urged to choose a mayor with integrity and common sense, while Councilman Melvin Iain supports tightening safeguards to protect city finances.
The text argues that mayoral faults are not sole causes of town troubles and urges a $10,000 bond for councilmen to prevent improper lobbying and misuse of funds. It questions councilmen’s motives, property ties, and demands clean deliberations, referencing Melvin Hawthorne and a Kipling authorship controversy.
A Brooklyn family named Wilson pooled earnings to a common fund for household expenses and investments. Rob ert Wilson acted as treasurer amassing about 100000 in gilt edged bonds and real estate over fifty years while others joined in frugal living. The piece notes such frugality contrasted with ostentation would have risked debt and social envy. It also mentions a New York Board of Trade meeting on advertising associations.
The piece argues against the Tribunes view that Puerto Rico cannot be treated as territory for revenue laws, contrasting with Arizona and New Mexico and noting differences from the Philippines territorial question. It cites governance complexities from tribal variety and territorial status.
The author argues for U S sovereignty over Puerto Rico linking statehood to Anglicizing the white population there. He claims Puerto Rico’s ruling element is white and capable of assimilation, urging opportunities and a seat in Congress with potential expulsion if unfit. The piece dismisses race mixing with Caucasians and warns against Brigham Roberts’s seating.
The article discusses congressional support for a Nicaragua canal under American control, with Britain and Germany signaling protests over fortifications and access. It argues for a strong navy to defend coasts and ensure freedom of passage, while noting views on the canal as an American institution and wider political opinions in Venezuela and domestic figures. It also briefly mentions yellow journalism impacts and political commentary.
Amaccus the Astrolabe Dust draws Saturday’s forecast for January 2, 100. A child born today may face misfortune unless examined early. The piece blends whimsical worldviews with weather chatter and caution about marriage, friendship, and news from distant places.
A courtroom quip has the miser keeping his money in a limburger cheese box, while a caption notes a family increase as a son-in-law, both items showing humorous topical chatter from Chicago News and York Evening World.
A dialogue excerpt shows a lady ordering dog care and broom work while the tramp resists, claiming he left his happy home. The scene centers on a clash over cleanliness and loyalty, reflecting tensions in a community dialogue from a Chicago News and Washington Star framing.
An essay argues the rich are not growing richer at the expense of the poor. It cites savings bank data showing deposits rising and confirms wage earners increasingly secure, challenging socialist and anarchist claims. It highlights notable figures and institutions mentioned in context of these statistics and public notices.
A collage of prominent figures appears in this gossiping survey of elites. It mentions James Jackson in San Francisco, Henry W. Corbett from Oregon who worked in New York, and George Gould buying English fox hounds. Levi Leiter plans an oil bid, Dorsey W. Bhackleford seeks influence, Lyman Abbott's library habits noted, John Morley honored at Oxford Palmerston club.
In fairy days a maiden born to speak only L words is teased by peers and shunned by parents. A fairy intervention alters her speech by a broader letter, and she adapts, while the boy who mocked her learns to speak, ending with a playful reveal in a Boston Beacon setting.
The passage extols Ripans Tabules as ideal for explorers surveyors and other outdoorsmen describing them as convenient portable and protective against wind or weather. It notes they do not cure severe wounds but benefit most cases when swallowed.
A surplus of dress goods offered at deep price cuts to move stock fast. All pieces priced to attract quick selling with a wide assortment included.
Monday through Wednesday offer good sellers at reduced prices. 25 pieces mixed fancies priced at 39c, 14 pieces all wool cheviot and homespun 25c, 15 pieces English cheviot and covert mixtures 75c. Reduced to the listed amounts.
Large assortment of plaids venetians and mixed suitings offered at one third the regular price with limited stock remaining act quickly to save on quality textiles.
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