Mayor Turns To Campaign After Harber Octopus Battle
Twelve pages report the mayor closing his clash with the Harber octopus and turning focus to a promised campaign against the eponkeasies.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1899
Page
7
Twelve pages report the mayor closing his clash with the Harber octopus and turning focus to a promised campaign against the eponkeasies.
The piece argues that modern publicity and detective resources make successful kidnapping unlikely. It notes increased risk of detection, longer justice timelines, and greater challenges from the legal system and public sentiment. It praises efficient officials like John Nelson and discusses civil service reform and managerial authority.
Secretary Gage argues deputy collectors of internal revenue should not be civil service exempt and explains they report to collectors, not the government. He likens the system to paymasters of a railroad and calls for common sense in civil service reform. He cites presidential order as broader move to curb patronage and political filling of posts.
No citizen of Scranton will begrudge Fred J. Wittmayer hearty congratulations upon his confirmation and induction as food Inspector.
The Philadelphia Ledger warns that a speaker independent of the administration risks hindering progress. It calls for a speaker allied with party leaders and the president, emphasizing mutual conference, shared goals, and coordinated action to advance the administration’s agenda.
Report notes Commodore Schley and Hodgson used a speaking tube during the Santiago battle. George Howard Graham of Albany served as Associated Press correspondent and heard nothing direct. Behley and Hodgson spoke across the tube with no bystanders nearby.
The piece argues over Schley and Hodgson during the Santiago action, noting alleged orders and a disputed quote about the Texas. It seeks a naval court inquiry or discharge for Hodgson, and critiques public officials and media bias, highlighting Scranton and Pittsboro Dispatch criticisms of Philippine policy.
A jumble of political remarks and unrelated observations surrounding prominent Republicans, the Dreyfus case, and the Philippines campaign creates an incoherent current of commentary. References to Curiously vague plots and phrases hint at broader disputes but lack concrete action or outcomes.
The article presents General Otis's public letter denying American aggression toward the Filipino government of Malolos. It emphasizes his stance as a US agent applying lawful limits, and details his refusal to recognize Aguinaldo's civil authority while seeking peaceful relations. It notes later hostile actions and continued efforts to avoid clashes.
Fragmented wording suggests debate over whether American authorities spared effort for peace or pursued other aims during wartime. The source hints at an analysis of policy and restraint, but lacks clear specifics, dates, or named actors to confirm.
The piece argues that unemployment is not cured by divine or social laws but by individual man’s habits and choices. It contends many able workers are displaced by market shifts or personal issues such as drink, quarrels, or reluctance to accept steady or suitable work.
Ajaccus the Tribune Astrologer offers a Saturday forecast noting a child born today may notice young Burdatan lawyers adopting a stern judicial air while wealth pursuit shapes views. Mutiel Clarke discoveries promise local amateur months rest and the funny man’s wisdom is often forgotten as he rarely draws laughs.
The fragment discusses judging humanity as divine or sinful, reflecting on how men label others as godly or wicked, and pondering where divine alignment ends and human fault begins.
Rexford's in Scranton notes June 3 as the final day of its silverware sale with discounts on selected items.
A new line of children’s umbrella skirts and drawers features lace and embroidery trimming. Elegant additions include silk and lawn shirt waists to complete the wardrobe.
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