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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1899
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune notes residents expect the common council to promptly address delays in asphalt repairs. Officials face scrutiny as street projects lag, with calls for quicker paving and clearer timelines in the city.
The American plan for arbitration outlines a court with one arbitrator from each signatory nation chosen by its supreme court, with a permanent open docket and optional full bench hearings. Adherents bear costs, non adherents may be heard, and rehearings are allowed for newly discovered evidence. The plan aims to curb forceful arbitration and let public opinion decide usage, signaling a path out of the arbitration muddle.
The article urges prosecution of Dreyfus conspirators and cleansing reform in France. It condemns the army leadership and successive ministers, arguing justice for Dreyfus is the first step and France must prove itself capable of self-government by removing complicit officials. It notes Mark Hanna and Quay as observers amid the period’s political strain.
The army board appointed to adjust Cuban claims against the United States in the Santiago province issues a report signed by its president Major Gardanman of the Fifth Immuner. It states that in carrying out investigations they encountered every class of Cuban citizenship and regret that certain qualities and characteristics have been revealed.
The piece denounces Cuban claimants as dishonest, accusing them of falsehoods to extort payment from the United States for ground used by troops in Cuba. It contrasts harsh views with General Wood’s more hopeful assessment of Cuban character and learning, then notes Alaska’s ongoing gold discovery fading in hype.
The Chicago Times-Herald cites wage gains since 1898 in 12 American cities with 12 Chicago manufacturers noting 6 to 30 percent rises since January. It cites 1872 and 1807 price comparisons from the Bureau of Statistics, and mentions a Havana incident with political threats met by cabbage heads and eggs.
The text assess postwar Spain and Germany with claims of lawful gains and moral judgments. It notes the Dreyfus affair impact on France and suggests the insurgents rally despite weak delegates. It concludes the republic of France seems to be stabilizing as roots take hold.
A New York Sun stater reflects on the Clark baby recovery amid national sympathy for faithful servants. It argues domestic trust hinges on inner moral fidelity rather than law, explores love as divine benevolence, and analyzes Paul’s hymn of love as central to Christian virtue.
Editor of The Tribune argues that the thirteenth chapter of the first epistle to the Corinthians presents a remarkable hymn to love. The piece praises Paul for the clear intellect and tender heart, showing his conversion to God’s will and the power guiding his actions.
Rexford's in Scranton opens a clock sale on June 5 featuring 500 new clocks after two months of preparation. Shoppers are urged to arrive early for dainty imported China clocks and other high quality pieces now in store, with sale prices well below typical figures.
A new line of children’s umbrella skirts and drawers features lace and embroidery trimming while an elegant Silk and Lawn shirt waist collection highlights refined design. The items are presented as a coordinated children’s apparel line with classic detailing.
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