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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1900
Page
4
Publication details indicate a weekly issue from Che Scranton Tribune, with pricing at fifty cents a month and notes on space permitting. The text mentions publishing rights and editorial review processes for specific notices and advertisments.
President McKinley and Vice President Roosevelt top the Republican slate. National and state ticket names appear with district and county offices listed amid a formal party roll call. The piece notes confidence in McKinley and a call for national unity ahead of November.
The article argues President McKinley’s reply to the Chinese emperor shows U.S. policy in China is peaceful and cautious. It emphasizes restraint, honesty from Chinese authorities, and protection of China from spoliation while warning of consequences for disobedient Pekin officials. John Hay is praised for handling the affair.
A western county resident urges Scranton capitalists to favor home investments in bituminous coal lands likely to be developed locally. The writer argues that for long term growth Scranton needs diversified industries and that local opportunities offer safer, more beneficial returns than distant ventures. Investors with ties to Scranton should prioritize city growth over chasing distant profits.
The passage urges Scranton business leaders to invest in new local industries to offset the decline of mills and protect the city’s economy. It argues free capital exists, could transform perceived losses into gains, and notes The Tribune favors Scranton’s development over western Pennsylvania land deals, while acknowledging political ties to President McKinley.
The speech stresses that Americans must judge others by merit not creed or class and uphold decency honesty and duty. It argues work as civic duty, equality of rights paired with duties, and the need for courage common sense and integrity in every citizen.
The September issue announces a shift to Modern Culture published at Clive- Jaw with plans to connect American culture to Old World enlightenment. The magazine promises cosmopolitan content, frequent annual pricing, and features on Pretoria in War Time, criticisms of English losses, and reports from China.
The article traces the evolution of weather observation from early 18th century theories to formal U S weather service. It notes pioneers like Franklin Leverrier Lapham and Myer, the wartime shifts, and Moore’s leadership in distributing forecasts, unifying maps, and advancing meteorology through research and education.
A Chicago Vimes-Herald piece notes a drift from classic professions to technical education in the United States. It argues industrial growth fuels demand for training that blends householder skills with mechanical and scientific study, especially through electrical engineering advances in the war era.
A chaotic editorial fragment surveys Democratic and Republican stances on territorial expansion, Cuba, and the Philippines. It notes historical polling in Iowa and New York, references names like McKinley and Roosevelt, and mentions upcoming party conventions and public notices about electoral processes.
Interest centers on our 20 three room sets with five beds. The pieces catch the eye inviting acquaintance. Construction and finish prompt comparisons. The decision favors these as better in every way than anything offered at the price.
The store announces temporary quarters at 137 Penn avenue for watch, clock and jewelry repairing. Any repair work left with the old store will be completed at the new location and customers are urged to seek prompt service.
Specials at Len’s Furnishings offer the entire stock of fine Madras and Silk Negligee Shirts at reduced prices for the balance of July. Extra value in summer hosiery, neckwear and suspenders, boys’ blouses and shirt waists in gingham, Madras and percale, all at closing out prices.
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