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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1902
Page
4
The Scranton Trifune urges readers to sign letters for publication with real names and editorial review. It lists advertising rates, noting 6 cents per line for cards of thanks and similar notices, with classified rates available on request.
The article lists state offices with Pennypacker as governor and Brown as lieutenant governor alongside a slate of secretaries and commissioners. It notes election day details and critiqued claims about Senator Quay and Colonel Watres in a fictional framing, arguing Watres’ bid tied to defeating Filkin and defending supporters.
An opinion endorses an injunction to bar unnecessary commercial sounds from Arthur avenue near Nay Aug park. The piece urges park regulation by ordinance and city action to protect quiet neighborhoods, noting broader trust questions about Roosevelt.
Otto Carmichael, Washington based journalist for western papers, toured the anthracite region to interview miners and leaders. He reports the strike as a test of endurance likely lasting into mid October, with leaders predicting no soft coal strike and relief funds replacing direct wage support. He disputes claim of $100,000 weekly aid, suggesting $25,000 in cash could sustain morale. miners’ patience hinges on hope of victory, while owners such as Baer weigh settlement options.
The article assesses potential 4 percent pay raises and shorter hours for engineers and firemen, predicting the union would press for more concessions later. It notes Carmichael expects a waiting game with outside aid possibly sustaining strikes until October, while others doubt the duration. The piece questions why Philadelphia papers oppose Penrose.
The Tribune endorses a uniform primary election law requiring personal registration at the primary and barring voting in the general election without an affidavit if unregistered. It argues primaries would reflect true will and curb fraud, noting Lackawanna County Republicans favoring the measure and predicting Governor Pennypacker would sign if passed.
Special Correspondence from Washington notes growing opposition to Senator Penrose and possible candidacy by Connell. It covers Democratic prospects in York Adams and Berks Lehigh districts, party strategy, and Cuba annexation debate shaping next Congress.
The text notes that Gates learned attempting to corner a crop in the United States is a significant undertaking, illustrating the challenges and risks involved in such market maneuvers.
The correspondent criticizes the Good Roads movement as ineffective and urges adopting W W Scranton’s road formula. He argues state, county, and township funding should back road building with decisive action rather than ceremonial offices. The piece also references Niagara deaths and a diplomat’s blunt honesty.
The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle cites Samuel Gompers arguing that workers should not be forced to accept unsatisfactory terms, noting that free men may choose to work or stop as needed. The piece examines whether the public can compel a person to work against will amid past cases of forced employment.
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