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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1900
Page
4
Fragmented OCR lists nominators and districts with garbled names. The document appears to outline Republican nominations for state and multiple congressional districts including auditor and legislative seats, but most names and districts are unreadable.
The Chicago Tribune and Representative Dolliver debate Charles Emory Smith as a possible vice presidential pick. Dolliver backs Smith amid calls, while critics flag Cuban postal fraud as linked to Smith’s availability. The piece links postmaster general scrutiny, party unity, and Philadelphia convention caution.
A bill reported favorably by the House Agriculture Committee aims to regulate oleomargarine, butter substitutes, and imitation cheese. The measure would subject interstate shipments to state police powers, requiring compliance with each state’s laws and preventing exemptions for original packaging.
The bill defines oleomargarine and imposes a tax of one fourth of one percent per pound unless colored to imitate butter, or ten cents per pound if colored to resemble butter. It targets deceptive sales and requires fair dealing by manufacturers and vendors. The writer notes strong objections vanish and jokes about President Kruger’s altered appearance in newspapers.
A Chicago story of John M. Roach rising from humble beginnings to president and manager of the Union Traction Co. His career spans from conductor to purchasing agent, superintendent, and top executive. Roach oversees 607 miles of track, 4,400 cars, and 12,000 employees. He is praised for reliability and trustworthiness in a era of large transit enterprises.
Colonel James M. Pettit, once military mayor of Manzanillo, is under arrest in Manila on a court martial charge. The case centers on dispatching a native bandit for trial under a native system, followed by execution, amid Pettit’s trial duties in the Sulu archipelago after the treaty with the Sultan.
Webb C Hayes, son of a late president and McKinley appointee, clashed with Pettit over bandit incidents while Mayes accused Pettit, resigning his commission and returning to Washington. Committees discuss replacing senatorial elections with plurality rules to avoid deadlocks. Hearst addresses the Democratic club while warnings rise about dangerous large dogs and Chinese Toxers seeking information, with Marines present if confronted.
A Detroit merchant vouches for a bank cashier involved in a theft totaling 215000. A lawyer proposes a 10000 payoff to avoid prosecution, and directors accept. Prosecution questions reveal fear of the prisoner. a judge orders the witness to testify while fearing the inmate.
A satirical note reports a critic debating which companion was more mournful at a banquet. Two weeks later it revealed the deaf attendee was not deaf but simulating a lack of hearing to endure a bore, while a neighbor blared on about golf.
Manila correspondent portrays General MacArthur as a disciplined leader who blends courage with strategic intellect. The article praises his composure under fire, relentless focus on national goals, and ability to balance personal risk with duty, arguing he is suited to command the entire army.
A early 20th century editorial argues Americans fail to detail production steps and rely on broad strokes. It laments haste to large results, cites tariffs, labor, and foreign goods as obstacles, and urges patience, craftsmanship, and national steering to boost domestic industry.
The text argues that Germany’s export drive grew from nationalistic focus, with firms tailoring products to each market and mastering packing, shipping, and credit. It contrasts with American capacity and calls for patient, careful efforts by the U S to engage in foreign trade andindustrial expansion.
The Americans insist they will not abandon the Philippines or surrender any ground to insurrectionists. Partisan debates over expansion are acknowledged, but the nation remains united on preserving sovereignty and a permanent presence in the region.
The article describes the impact of a recent conflict on the region. It notes misaligned hay on both sides of a key supply line and criticizes corporate greed amid wartime strain. It argues that unity across races and regions will advance peace, prosperity, and civil liberty once the war ends.
A poem by William Ellas from Beranton May Si speaks of varied voices and hidden springs of knowledge. It notes many topics, from high romance to frail inquiries, and praises the thinking of many yet hints at a trial line about a muse on a woman’s tongue.
The ad praises a $20 three piece bedroom suite highlighting eye catching appeal, strong construction, and superior finish. It argues these suites outperform any competing offers at the same price and invites customers to inspect and compare for themselves.
Finley offers best all wool French Challies mainly for house gowns with patterns in Latin Stripe and plain grounds, polka dots and fans. Special price on extra choice line of Challies.
The store invites customers to view their leading shirt waist styles in all materials. The sales over several weeks indicate correct styles and right prices, with a magnified display to attract attention.
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