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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1899
Page
4
A cryptic note entered at Tre Poston Pict in Scranton Pennsylvania on June 2 1899 warns that the sun will not set on Americas Fourth of July this year. The odd message suggests heightened public anticipation or security concerns surrounding Independence Day celebrations in Scranton.
The passage analyzes Ohio politics surrounding Mark Hanna and President McKinley. It argues Hanna shapes the party while noting bipartisan support for McKinley’s renomination, despite friction within the Ohio Republicans. It suggests Hanna’s influence remains contested ahead of caucus and delegations.
An editorial criticizes a $150000 municipal appropriation to honor Admiral Dewey, arguing better uses include scholarships, hospitals, charities, or lasting memorials. It praises Dewey’s modesty and rejects loud celebrations as unnecessary and unhealthy for his health and reputation.
In a Washington briefing, Spain's new minister the Duke de Arcos argues the past cannot be recalled and calls for a peaceful future in foreign relations with the United States. He sides with diplomacy over further tensions as Scranton debates asphalt repair and mayoral responsibility remains disputed. The Cuba insurgent question adds to the sense of mystery.
A debate over Squid air and rival devices claims the potential to revolutionize transport with compressed air. Ostrogen allegedly perfects 600 psi atmosphere purification, enabling large scale pneumatic propulsion beyond existing compressed air. Proposals include air bottles under seats, overhead pipelines, and bottled air vehicles. General Wheeler may avoid a gubernatorial race if he seeks the office.
A historical Washington Post excerpt depicts a vast worldwide conspiracy alleging gold, silver, and economic forces colluding after the 1866 election. It claims gold mints, farmers, manufacturers, railroads, and miners plotted to boost prosperity, while Mr. Bryan shifts to targeting trusts and labor costs. The piece satirically frames political and economic actors as united in a vast plot.
A turbulent account notes treasonous hill orators urged a holiday during the war with Spain after the Seventh regiment in New York faced derision on Memorial Day. It mentions Klondike gold diggers starving, steamship firms profits, and the Puliman model town failing amid a stiff government, framed as a critique of authoritarian schemes.
The Tribune Astrologer offers Friday guidance from Austrolabe at 6.08 a.m. Advice centers on cautious wit, prudent spending, and self improvement. The text humorously warns against vanity, sloppy manners, and overreaching to marry, urging practical kindness and daily chores.
The article surveys historical iron and steel consumption per capita, noting the United States and Britain lead in total use due to railroads machinery and shipbuilding. It credits scientific progress for steel making advances from ore mining to finished products, highlighting furnaces, open hearths, and large-scale plant capabilities. It honors pioneers and the early skepticism faced by Bessemer and others.
The New York Sun notes warmers in the corn belt may not know the amckelons powder's promised benefits. It cites a British contract with Blanchard Distilling of Chicago for 14 000 gallons of distilled spirits at Montreal and an expected 40 000 more, linked to smokelean powder production. Japan orders 6 000 tela of spirits for the same purpose.
A 19th century report notes government orders for corn, then a flood of byproducts. It details glucose varieties, grape sugar, dextrine, starch, flour, corn oil, gluten feed, germ, and a revolutionary corn rubber substitute. Fifty negotiators and chemists work at Chicago refiners to commercialize the corn rubber.
In a speech Roosevelt laments Alaska town petition to join Canada due to failing local government. He urges Congress and public action to provide proper governance for new territories under American control.
Rexford's in Scranton announces a two day silverware sale extending Friday and Saturday. Prices cut to half with money back guarantee. June is wedding month with gifts in mind. All solid silver offered with no limit to assortment at low balance week prices. 132 Wyoming Ave. Next week clocks week.
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