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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1900
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune indicates letters to the editor must bear the writer’s real name and identifies editorial policy for publication. It notes space permitting, readers may see letters from trusted contributors, with possible editorial revision by the staff.
A garbled 1900 National page lists President McKinley and Roosevelt with distorted names and offices. It includes a faulty roster of state and local officials and ends with a quip about Roosevelt’s campaign showing a chilly facet on a warm day.
The Buffalo Express publishes Jacob Stern's take on imperialism and party politics amid the Philippine affair. Stern argues expansionist history, criticizes Bryan and his allies for not stopping the Philippines, and endorses McKinley over Bryan, calling for steady liberty and a strong republic. He identifies as a Republican.
The speaker laments headaches and insomnia while admitting he has read yellow papers and wonders how to trust reports. He notes the press mixes truth with falsehood and fears death from his own actions as reports about Mints remain unclear and unreliable.
A St Petersburg correspondent relays a chaotic stream of unofficial reports about the Chinese war and foreign reactions. The piece notes caution from Chinese minister Ti Hung Chong and questions about diplomacy and the risks to Chinese leadership amid sensational claims and counterclaims.
The account chronicles Gilbert Gates missing in Middle Grove and the suspected killer Alexander Jester. Witnesses from Decatur and Wichita link Jester to Gates’s disappearance, with Jester later identified in Shawnee and tried in New London amid appeals and long pursuit. Over 400 Wilonites recalled Jester’s early companionship with Gates and the buffalo calf exhibit.
Fragmentary 19th century prose describes a wagon man discovering a blond youth slain among buffalo robes. Jester orders secrecy, accuses Shrewsbury of perjury, and vows vengeance for a brother’s murder. The piece twists politics, crime, and public folly amid remarks on Bryan and frost forecasts.
A Kentucky bishop travels Eastern Kentucky seeking Episcopalians and learns a mountain man self identifies as Episcopal after a memorable church experience in Louisville and a York Evening Post anecdote. The piece includes colorful rural scenes and a Washington Post mention of Senator Alexander Stephens Clay with a bargaining woman in Capitol Park.
A Philadelphia Inquirer report recalls a man wrestling a woman off him at the capitol steps, a thief reclaiming a $100 amid a crowd, and a playful elevator tale from New Orleans. the text also shifts to wartime figures and a Times-Democrat clipping about Civil War casualties and mobilization.
A tale of George Washington tossing a silver dollar across the Potomac sparks amusement among tourists. An antiquary recounts the feat, while Mr Evarts offers a simpler explanation that a dollar stretched farther in those days, leaving the story to fade or endure as legend.
A historical glossary listing Chinese official titles and terms with explanations. Names include Chifu prefect, Chibtal governor general, Ching Trang grand secretary, and Yamen officials. terms cover provinces, rivers, lakes, districts, and the Huaian weight Tari.
The notice announces a store fire destruction and temporary quarters at No. 137 Penn Avenue for watch, clock, and jewelry repair. All repair work left before the fire will be completed at the present store.
The Chicago Times-Herald critiques a party platform for fear of militarism and conscription. It cites historical army sizes, compares Civil War and World War era forces, and urges readers to view the issue with caution rather than alarm.
A poem from the Chicago Times-Myrald praises a woman's patient guidance and support that elevates a struggling man. She teaches, encourages, and shapes his character, helping him overcome failures, gain confidence, and reach success, while bearing and helping their family through hardship.
Particular Interest centers on our twenty dollar three piece bedroom suites. Each piece catches the eye inviting better acquaintance. Construction and finish are observed and comparisons made. The decision is these are better in every way than anything offered at the price.
For the balance of July the entire stock of Fine Madras and Silk Negligee Shirts is offered at reduced prices. The store also features Extra value Suspenders as part of the sale.
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