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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1899
Page
4
In a late night tirade the Times illustrator offers wild metaphors shifting from zoological to geological images. The piece lampoons Mayor Moir and his associates, warning against distractions while the city faces political scrutiny.
The district attorney for New York recuses himself from prosecuting Roland Jt Molineux’s son for murder due to friendship with General Molineux. Justice Gildereleeve delays habeas corpus hearing while weighing transfer to another judge, urging unfettered judicial fidelity over wealth or status. The piece condemns favoritism and underscores the need for impartial courts, while noting Senator Hanna’s expected presidential campaign impact.
A Washington dispatch reports the president will demand a formal denial or statement from Professor Lewis M. Haupt of the Isthmian Canal commission regarding an interview alleging the commission’s work was a delay scheme. If Haupt confirms the interview he may be removed to preserve the commission’s usefulness. if he denies it, he will be kept on to guide the process. The piece notes the president supports urgent canal action and that Congress bears responsibility for funding and policy, while urging Haupt to avoid old straw and speak publicly only as needed.
The piece argues for expert guidance in major projects like a Nicaragua canal. It favors Professor Haupt lending his technical experience over serving on a new commission. It notes Democratic plans to attack Alger and beef questions will barely shake Republican ranks as the party handles its internal affairs.
In London Poultey Digelow praises American volunteers while criticizing war department politics and calls for reform to prevent bloodshed and privation. He argues public opinion must back reorganization and a strong commanding general, or the late war’s sacrifices will be wasted. California judges ban disrobing scene in The Turtle as immoral.
An opinion by Emilio Nunez former filibustering leader urges a stable American governed Cuba with Havana governor general empowered over Santiago to Pinar del Rio. He criticizes mixed Spanish and American laws and says uncertainty feeds disorder and harms investment.
The article notes Kentucky authorities grappling with the Baker-Howard-White vendetta as deputies and troops struggle to curb bloodfeud violence. Texas moves to punish lynchers of a hog thief signaling increased valuation of human life. Elmira weighs a curfew to curb parental indiscipline while Harrisburg politics echo a tied score.
The next Congress is expected to focus on constructive work while avoiding a major revenue law overhaul. The wartime taxes and tea duty are likely to remain through the next two, possibly three, years, with the long session unlikely to repeal them. General Henderson’s selection as speaker signals likely currency reform and a stronger gold standard push, while banking and bankruptcy amendments may also be considered to support elastic currency and economic growth.
A Washington Dispatch in the Public Ledger reports a friend of Admiral Dewey in this city has received a cable dispatch from the admiral. The communication confirms a notable message or gesture though details remain limited.
The admiral declines a proposed hover for personal use in the city but indicates that with a sufficient fund he would invest in a home for sick and disabled navy seamen.
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle reports that commercial travelers, about 950,000 strong, fear job losses as trusts consolidate. Percy B E Dow e, president of the Commercial Travelers National League, testifies in Washington, warning elimination of competition could wipe out the occupation and shift business to railroads and hotels.
A Saturday night shopper in a Times-Herald scene buys three five cent cigars for a quarter. He counts out a half dollar and asks for smaller change to meet his church offering, noting he works hard for every cent.
A Washington Star dialogue shows a partisan pressing for change in political views. One insists his support for the administration remains, noting the war's end and official mustering out of those loyalties.
Notice to Republican voters in the First legislative district announces a primary on Saturday June 24 1909 from 4 to 7 pm to elect a delegate and alternate to the state convention in Harrisburg The district convention vote will be counted Tuesday afternoon June 27 at St David s hall Delegates must register full name and post office address with the district chairman and pay the assessment ten days before the primary to have name printed The returning judge appointed by the chairman will conduct the election W A Paine chairman Beranton Pa June 6 1909.
Voters in the second legislative district will hold a primary on Saturday July 1 from 4 to 7 PM to elect a delegate for the district in Harrisburg. Due to a holiday the convention to tally votes will occur Monday July 3 at 1 PM in Scranton Courthouse. Delegates to the state convention are to be voted for directly by veterans at the polls.
Notice announces a Republican standing committee meeting for the Third Legislative district of Lackawanna County to fix convention time and conduct business. The event is set for Saturday June 7 1999 at 2 p m in the arbitration room of the courthouse in Beranton Pa with T J Matthews as chairman and J E Watkins as acting secretary.
Rexford’s Rexford Co at 132 Wyoming Ave Scranton promises expert watch repair with careful handling, prompt service, and lower prices than competitors. A master watchmaker inspects, fixes, and engraves if requested, returning timepieces in good condition by tomorrow when possible.
A local advert promotes the Planitary Pencil Sharpener claiming it never breaks lead and offers a 16 day free trial in offices. The ad also highlights other novelties in office supplies and a range of blank books and typewriter supplies at discounted prices.
A leaky draft may give the doctor a case of typhoid fever unless you permit the plumber to inspect the drain first. Do not hesitate to have the plumbing examined by an expert if there is any defect. A thorough overhauling now will save dollars later. The ampke test will convince you whether sewer gas is present.
Just received this morning is a fresh assortment of Parisian patterns noted for beauty and style. Includes children’s umbrella skirts and drawers with lace and embroidery trim, plus elegant silk and lawn shirt waists in the newest designs.
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