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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1899
Page
4
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The remark praises placing a commander trusted by the War Department in charge, expressing relief that the people will not be skittish if such a choice becomes probable and signals confidence in the President.
The argument denounces Secretary of War Alger for irritability and vindictiveness, citing Theodora Roosevelt’s letter and public backlash. It asserts his unfitness weakened the department, caused army dissension, eroded political support, and hastened his resignation.
Edward Marshall reports from The Hague that nations at the peace conference faced ongoing wars at home while deliberating. The United States delegation drew European curiosity, with observers noting that figures like White, Low, Mahan, and Crozier formed a distinct American group whose opinions carried weight only because of the American stance and strength.
The article notes that European delegates aimed to clip American influence, while the US pushed for arbitration boards, end to privateering, and neutralization of private interoceanic property. It warns against ignoring war correspondents and stresses US sovereignty over Philippine duties, with political maneuvers in Pennsylvania and disarmament bets abroad.
Down at Santiago General Wood remains muted but the vital statistics show he is delivering strong performance with noticeable gains across key measures.
City Treasurer Edmund J. Robinson refuses to allow the poor tax collector to remain in the treasurer’s office. The row highlights centralization goals at City Hall and raises questions about authority and political motives amid ambitions tied to the Transvaal issue.
Adjutant General Corbin defends press access as crucial during war while acknowledging correspondents fall under military law and can be punished. He argues Americans have a right to know how operations unfold, given relatives, citizenship, and civic interest. The administration risks denying information or hindering transmission to the public.
The article surveys global spread of English in education from the Philippines to Egypt and Benelux, noting rising pupil uptake. It cites Gladstone’s 19th century forecast, compares languages in use, and highlights English advantages in business, diplomacy, and continental schooling.
The piece notes increased English study in Oriental nations and reports from Royal Adelaide Society meetings and the Chinese legation in London. It suggests English use by Orientals as a second language and argues for Anglo Saxon effort spreading enlightenment and Western civilization globally.
The Washington Post argues Major General Nelson A Miles should be sent to Manila and placed in supreme command of U S military operations in the Philippines. It notes his proven experience, command skill, and standout wartime record, urging his unique fitness for the top role despite current ranks and gaps in authority.
A compilation of statistical curiosities and mis-typed figures covers literacy in India, export values from Newport News, tire company assets, a new tea saloon in Atlantic City, grain yields across the year, Delaware county schools, Bible reading in schools, claims about insanity and military recruitment, Cuban and Puerto Rican purchases of arms, shoe quality, railroad statistics, Nebraska counties voting records, and nationality-based staffing in Cuba. The piece blends scattered numbers and anecdotes without a single cohesive narrative.
Denver Evening Poet presents a moral lament on judgment and sin. The speaker urges sinners to tell the Lord what they will say when faced with divine doom as plagues and disasters rise and the earth shakes. The piece blends biblical imagery with a rural hymn voice.
The article lists sales figures for David Harum and The Market Place and notes strong demand for Teased Carvel, with 1000 copies daily. It highlights Sir Charles Dilke’s The British Empire, Branton Mackay’s A History of American Privateers, Major J A Waddell’s Among the Himalayas, A Dash for a Throne by A W Marchment, and By Right of Sword by Kipling. It mentions Kipling’s disputes with Thacker and copyright issues.
A survey of prominent figures mentions BP Muntington's chemistry hobby and private lab work, Jerome K. Jerome's sixteen novels in eleven years, Senator Hanna buying London paintings, and Whistler’s influence. It notes Henry Ellofestt winning a Raleigh sculpture contest, Senator Carter as a metals expert, Martin Daly's hunting trophies, Sarah Bornhardt’s European tour, Pacific President H G Burt's travel style, and a niece of Attorney General Grises. It also references Omar Khayyim translations by Elizabeth A Curtis and political shifts involving Amos T Allen, Att. Reed, and Governor Power amid a stalled special election timeline.
The advertisement touts Star Automatic Paper Fastener with self feeding and ongoing improvements plus prices lower than ever. It promotes Planitary Pencil Sharpeners claimed to never break lead and offers a 16 day free trial in offices. Additional novelties in office supplies and a large line of Blank Books and Typewriter's Supplies are listed.
A New York Press quote collection notes that women are slaves of fashion and men are slaves of women. It jokes that Capll wears wings to escape poverty, and that thanks are expressed through actions, not words. It asserts men should worry about a wife’s health to ease moral concerns.
Finley’s announces a season end clearance on all stock of standard quality gowns. The sale features this season’s patterns mostly black and navy grounds in neat designs with closing prices described as very moderate. Limited stock and first-class quality emphasized.
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