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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1897
Page
5
In a June 21 1897 Scranton column the writer reflects on a Farview celebration for Victoria and compares British and American progress. The editorial lauds American gains since 1837, supports Independence Day festivities, discusses bimetallism and Cuban policy, and notes evolving U S leadership amid Spanish rule in Cuba.
Reports say President McKinley will not press a new arbitration treaty with England. He remains committed to arbitration in principle but avoids sending a second proposal to a Senate that rejected the first. He will seek a better opportunity and pursue goodwill measures instead.
The article argues a treaty within twelve months was unlikely and condemns prompting Spain toward Cuban independence as expedient. It recalls General Woodford's twenty seven year old warning to Spain that granting Cuba freedom would avert trouble, suggesting the fault lies with Spain if they ignore such counsel.
The piece denounces Commander Booth-Tucker of the Salvation Army over a disorderly house conviction. It argues his jail choice mocks the law, warns the public to demand compliance with rules, and contrasts it with general admiration for General Lee’s Havana service and Virginia gubernatorial prospects.
A Harrisburg conference among governor Genater Quay Chairman Elkin and Wanamaker allies known as the seventy six adopts a program to cut the state school appropriation by 500000 yearly, raise retail liquor fees in townships and boroughs, boost third class license fees to 70, add 10 percent to first and second class city licenses, tax distilleries by capacity, and revise the mercantile tax to base payments on business volume. The seventy six group is set to oppose the school cut and may oppose liquor license increases in the first and second rounds.
The piece argues that the Supreme Court may uphold the direct Inheritance tax, boosting state revenue to cover emergencies. It notes liquor tax resistance and doubts about raising license fees, warning against more speakeasies and urging immediate action to end the crisis while railroad earnings rise six percent.
The Pittsburg Times notes Anglo and American growth comparing London’s expansion since Victoria’s accession with the United States’ surge. It cites population, farming, rail, manufacturing, minerals, and urban development, arguing U S progress surpasses London in streets, buildings, and modern amenities.
The piece argues immigration has shifted toward the United States, praising American ingenuity and product adoption. It notes London's modest growth since Queen Victoria and asserts the United States leads in civilization advancement, with Britons increasingly seeking American tools and machines.
Scranton readers glimpse endorsements from Beranton Times and The Truth praising Colonel J H Ripple for postmaster in Scranton. Both editorials stress integrity experience and efficient service, noting political shifts should not affect public duty and wishing Ripple success.
A Hawaii resident in Washington recalls a tense 1842 incident when a French commander planned to shell Honolulu. A British captain warned him, and at the king’s palace flagstaff a man kept an American flag ready to signal transfer of the islands to the United States, deterring the attack.
The Tribune astrologer Amaccus notes a child born this day will see obesity leave boardinghouse butter. Providence club and Scranton High alumni both shut out in a curious note. Ajacchus warns against studying divorce dovket when contemplating marriage.
A Washington Star projection envisions future progress as the Hawaii representative speaks. The piece notes advances in telephone, steam power, and locomotion while reflecting on hard times and hoped for clearer relations through statewide and national discourse.
A notice notes the purchase of a large line of manufacturers samples, all new, indicating stock expansion. The fragment suggests inventory acquisition and potential distribution to retailers or buyers.
A local ad promotes a rare chance to buy stylish parasols at very low prices as a sale begins Thursday. The offer emphasizes customer benefit and limited opportunity.
An advertisement promotes water filtering and cooling products. It highlights purifiers, charcoal filters, refrigerators, and freezers from various brands, urging readers to protect health with clean water and beverage devices. The copy uses promotional language and lists several appliance types and brands.
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