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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1897
Page
11
Scranton June 6 1807 edition announces sixteen pages including food news for readers. The paper notes readers ought to be happy if no food news arrives and mentions an Orcowd clan matter within the page.
The article attacks the select council defeat of Mr Sander son’s amendment to a Roche conduit franchise, arguing the city would be at the mercy of Central Pennsylvania Telephone. It warns the ordinance would allow burying main cables yet keeping overhead wires and tearing up streets at the company's will, praising Mossie Sanders on and Lanting among others for resisting the measure. It discusses federal Interstate Commerce limits on state control and cites Iowa and South Carolina cases, ending with a note on Sunday bicycle riding legality.
The Cuban delegation leader argues that formal U S recognition of Cuba's independence would end the conflict by invoking the Monroe doctrine. He claims Spain would resist but the United States must act to stop inhumanity and prevent further suffering in Cuba. A Washington correspondent accuses a senator of slander in relation to Cuban coverage.
The unsettled ruling by Judge Blonton on South Carolina dispensary laws could be reviewed by the U S Supreme Court. The notion of a state monopoly on liquor transport is challenged, with strong citizen opposition noted in the fragment.
The essayist John Burroughs cites a professor who says today’s college women show less earnestness than twenty years ago. The piece argues that pioneer isolation fostered great characters, warns that modern mass society may dull striving, and questions whether the United States can again produce leaders like Morgans and Sages.
The piece argues against Burroughs theory that society declines. It cites poets like Tennyson Browning and Morris as evidence of enduring aspiration. It contends Americans remain virtuous and capable, with high consciences and qualifications. The Weyler case is noted with subordinates making charges and a lieutenant fleeing to write them.
Washington dispatch previews the June Columbus Ohio Democratic convention and a state race for United States senator. John R. McLean leads the Democrats while Mark Hanna heads the Republicans, with Bryan backing McLean and money power shaping the battle in a nationwide political contest from Cleveland to Washington.
Fragmentary excerpt shows tension as a trust and competitors collide in a clash of interests. It hints at losses and a moral stance about who is hurt in corporate power plays. The tone implies a warning about consequences when big players dominate.
The Philadelphia Times lauds President McKinley’s address at a banquet, noting his electric cadence and clear, purposeful sentences. It says the speech speaks to patience, patriotism, and justice, urging fair play and urging new legislation to revive conditions. The piece highlights his firm rhetoric and call for unity beyond mere criticism.
The Philadelphia audience saw McKinley speak with unusual ardor and clarity, laying aside a cigar as electric lights lit his face. He urged patience and steady hearts, claiming no patriot becomes a pessimist and urging wiser legislation to avoid political cataclysm. Wanamaker, nearby, had warned business leaders to stay patient, signaling a practical counterpoint to the president’s call for calm.
June dates list daily celestial signs and weather with child outcomes. Predictions cover Monday through Saturday with notes on conduct, business, fortune, and personal traits. Certain days warn of misfortune and caution against specific behavior.
Astrolabe cast for Saturday June 6, 1597 predicts a child born that day will see prosperity magnify human meanness. Notes skepticism toward patent medicines and the Wilkes-Barre club seeking eighth place. Quips warn against boastful fools and bicycle girl flowers while a century run medal may fear a broom and dustpan.
Store offers enduring bargains for a one day sale. Ladies hosiery includes 40 gauge Hermsdorf seamless hose at 121 cents and Lisle hose at 19 cents. Boys and girls white duck Tam o Shant ers go for 10 cents. White Japanese parasols with enameled handles and silk ruffles priced at 1.49. Silk folded ties at 10 cents or 3 for 25 cents. Golf and bicycle hose at 49 cents. Men and boys fancy percale shirts 49 cents. All silk taffeta ribbons at 14 cents. Ladies muslin night gowns 29 cents. Ladies laundried percale waists with detachable collars 47 cents.
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