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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1899
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune notes Senator Platt's statement as worth reading for both matter and manner. The paper praises the gentleman from New York for wielding an effective pen in the discussion of currents topics.
The article discusses Scranton’s uneasy reaction to changes at the Delaware Lackawanna and Western railroad under Mr. Truesdale. It notes cautious optimism about new leadership, foresees a liberal company-worker relationship, and rejects doomsday fears while affirming local pride in the railway heritage.
An Philadelphia Press editorial questions the Manila correspondents’ reliability while citing officials like President Schurman Colonel Denby General Otis and General Anderson to counter the charges. It argues the strongest facts support the commander and warns Bryanism may split the Democratic party amid proposals on trusts and industrial regulation.
The piece discusses press censorship in Manila, noting an AP-arranged officer for duty and mixed reactions to official reports. It compares historical slogans like On to Richmond and On to Havana, argues that results will judge the Philippines campaign, and applauds hospital policy extending free privileges to families while private patient admissions end.
The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle condemns political conspiracies aimed at toppling the Republican administration. It argues a party out of power lacks fitness for added power, urges truth about charges against a controversial figure, and predicts public outrage if elite defense of offenders continues.
The Salt Lake Mormon leader President Cannon pleads guilty to polygamy and faces a small fine. The editorial notes skepticism about Utah’s statehood justification and compares proposed muzzling of dogs to a tall muzzle for emphasis. The piece also questions job prospects for Alger and suggests Roosevelt or Leonard Wood as alternatives.
A fictitious exchange between a famed war correspondent and a general unfolds as the correspondent complains about censorship. The general admits guilt, and the scene ends with the correspondent ordering government action to appease the audience.
A satirical verse describes dangers of cycling in Scranton, with law and police threats, urging riders to stay on their bikes despite potholes and mud. The piece ends noting Scranton on July 2 with a cautionary tone about urban cycling perils.
A review of policy decisions from the Manila confrontation to the peace protocol. The piece defends the administration’s choices to deploy a large force, justify occupation, and pursue a sustained campaign in the Philippines while balancing treaties with Spain and the broader Cuba and Puerto Rico actions. It highlights troop deployments, enlistment laws, and the rationale for maintaining order and projected outcomes.
The advertisement touts the Star Automatic Paper Fastener as fast and improved with lower prices. It also promotes the Planitary Pencil Sharpeners as durable and on trial for 10 days free in offices, along with other novelties in office supplies and blank books.
Finley’s offers a complete season clearance on all stock with first class gowns at moderate prices. Most patterns are this season’s black and navy designs, and the closing prices are presented for the reader.
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