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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1899
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune notes a policy that letters for publication must be signed by the writer and asks whether the Mullders exchange can justify not holding a conference with workers on strike. The piece reflects on current topical issues and reader submissions.
An Indiana survey shows divorce rates rising from 10 percent to about 11.18 statewide with higher figures in urban counties. In 1858 the state recorded 2603 marriages and 2495 divorces, split 103 to 743 favoring wives. The piece argues laws are lax and social morals corrupted by flashy culture and sensational publications, calling for broader social reform rather than harsher divorce statutes.
Blunt remarks from Captain Dyer who commanded the Baltimore at Manila defend American troops. He says soldiers endure great perils and hardships in the Philippines and should not be denounced by a few Boston cranks.
In session last week the State Bar Association rejected a constitutional amendment favoring special legislation for cities and towns. Proponents argued safeguards would prevent past abuses, while critics noted risks and the need for uniform provisions across municipalities.
The speaker argues for targeted social regulation in Scranton and Reading, contending local needs justify change without undoing the 187% constitutional framework. They defend limiting special legislation and urge renewed effort to amend at the next legislative session.
The piece recalls Secretary Alger exposing a garbled Roosevelt letter after the Santiago events to harm Roosevelt's standing. Now Roosevelt nears McKinley in popularity and influence, while Alger faces exclusion from a White House conference and an impending retirement shadows his position.
A public call from prominent Kentucky Democrats invites all who oppose the Louisville convention’s outcome to Mount Sterling for counsel on avoiding a major defeat. The piece outlines alleged Goebel machinations, new election law changes, and contested seats shaping a factional rift within the state party.
The text discusses procedures for contesting election results and the role of the board of election commissioners with references to the New York Sun. It notes that if a governor's certificate is issued, the board's decision is conclusive. otherwise, parties refer to special committees and the general assembly. It also mentions political figures and opinions on legality, appointing, and governance, with various editorials on national issues.
Editorial warns that Canadian obstructions in Alaska boundary talks threaten Anglo American peace. It argues Canada seeks British protection, views the US with envy, and notes Canada’s small population and wealth vs. American power as a source of tension and potential conflict.
Analyzes the Canada question as the sole potential cause of friction with Great Britain. Argues that Canada serves Britain's defensive needs, but closer ties with the United States would yield peaceful, cordial relations and avoid conflict. Contends annexation would benefit Canada and remove the obstacle to U S England harmony.
A survey of diverse facts includes centuries of Ping and needles, vast glass and desert acreages, Osage wealth, and European ploys. It notes US physician counts, umbrella factories in Philadelphia, and the Osage Nation's land and trust wealth. It mentions boxed brides in Luothunin, a long bearded metalworker in Vindenen, and a habit of trailing beards in old Rome.
A poetic lament from the Boston Transcript about gathering all frowns into one box. The speaker imagines a giant to drop the box into the deep sea, turning a monster key to seal away sadness. The piece blends whimsy with a plea for happiness.
The Philadelphia Post recounts a tale of composer Mascagni entertaining Rome's royal court. A Nile Pinte near the revival overheard comments on live masters, provoking a sharp exchange about greatness. The mother’s proud boast meets a stark retort praising European truthfulness.
The speaker argues that U S policy should avoid imperial overreach and urge prudent moral intervention. He rejects the notion that Britain or the United States must bear all global quarrels while praising friendly ties with England without opposing the rest of the world.
A collage of comic exchanges from newspapers noting misread names, provoked arguments, and playful mispronunciations. Characters jest about reception, spelling habits, and church remarks, reflecting lighthearted editorial quips from Philadelphia Bulletin Tit-Bits and Indianapolis Journal.
The Indianapolis Journal notes a hen surveying her Size-find-a-half exe remark with ambition, observing that achieving such a feat will require a considerable effort and hallmarked by a playful moral about striving in nature.
In a witty exchange quoted by the Chicago News a woman recalls a proposal moment when her partner claimed unworthiness, while he admits past prevarication and credits himself for telling the truth once during their marriage talk.
A jumble of ironic newspaper snips shows wealth vs. brains and snobbery. The Chicago Post and Cleveland Plain Dealer poke at fools and money, while Chicago Tribune and Kungos City Times mock pretensions and praise hard work as genius.
The Star Automatic Paper Fastener feeds itself and fastens papers quickly with improvements noted. Prices are lower than ever. The Planitary Pencil Sharpeners are still sold, praised as never breaking lead. On trial in offices for 16 days free of charge. A variety of novelties in office supplies and a large line of Blank Books and Typewriter's Supplies are available.
Retail notice announces a complete stock clearance at Finley’s with a first cut of the season. The sale features gowns of this season’s production in black and navy grounds, offered at very moderate costs and standard quality.
Readers respond with varied interests as the community paper notes continued turnout, letters, and discussions across arts, sports, and local governance topics. The piece emphasizes active participation and neighborhood concerns driving weekly content.
A plain spoken note indicates sharp clearance on colors described as absolutely fast and offered at low cost. The message emphasizes reducing stock with reduced prices and quick sales.
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