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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1902
Page
5
New York Office invitation to signed letters for publication with real-name verification. Postmasters in Scranton Pa handle mail. The Tribune prints brief letters from friends on current topics, subject to editorial revision. Classified ads charge five cents per line with rates on application.
A June 20 1902 notice lists W Pennypacker for Governor W M Frown for Lieutenant Governor Isaac B Brown for Secretary of Internal Affairs Joseph Olivier for First Senate District Io Tin Echeuer for Second District Edward James for Fourth District P A Philbin. Senator Hanna says he is not a candidate for president but many men could accept if forced.
The article defends William Connell for avoiding a run for governor and honoring a prior pledge to support John Elkin. It notes Watres delegates, Quay’s choice, and that weather does not affect Texas crop outlook with large wool output and ample petroleum rivers.
Dispatches report nineteen Republican senators pledge to defeat a policy backed by President Roosevelt and William McKinley era advocates. Pro Cuban reciprocity is said dead, signaling weaker pre-nomination hopes for Roosevelt. Observers fault the president for delaying action and appeasing opponents, urging a bold executive stance to unite parties and avoid Cuban planting distress.
The piece argues the administration bears responsibility for a worsening situation and possible disorder, criticizing reliance on Washington information and arbitration outcomes with Salvador. It urges decisive public exposure of the fight to finish and questions the president’s stance.
The piece argues the senate favors the Panama route for the canal and urges the house to expedite construction. It notes government experts preferred Panama, mentions a bet on the Panama Company’s title and a likely presidential endorsement, while criticizing sensational coverage around King Edward’s alleged assassination plot.
Ishop Thorburn backs administration policy in the Philippine islands citing Senator Hoar and arguing for a civilized Christianized republic with English as the official tongue. The piece contends peace requires strong governance and envisions fifty million educated Filipinos under American responsibility.
The fragment notes Admiral Dewey entering Manta Bay and Paterson context where many of Bread’s old comrades have escaped severe punishment. The readable text suggests a naval or veterans topic with historical echoes.
A Manila era column recalls a beggar who sold his walking route to a new owner after proving the old man’s regular rounds. The tale contrasts persistent street callers with the commercial logic of routes and raises questions about charity and work.
The Washington correspondent for the New York World reports a boy often questions his father Mr Clark about Riblich topics. He asks about Sunday school and the Bible, hoping to learn more for when they return to Missouri.
The data outline population at about 62 million and national metrics across money circulation savings deposits exports and imports. It lists totals for exports of manufactures and agriculture, production figures, freight movement, postal service activity, and salaries.
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