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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1899
Page
4
The article notes that anti-expansion sentiment at home during the Manila upheaval might have been more effective and cheaper than sending troops, reflecting on the Philippines issue as of June 29, 1899. It cites Scranton's Daily Except Sunday and references local advertising agents and offices.
The Northampton county Republicans call for a show of hands from loyalists amid friction with anti Quay factions and Democratic cooperation. They condemn treachery in party ranks, defend Senator Quay, and urge supporters to uphold party regularity while criticizing opponents who undermine Republican nominees and measures. The piece notes broader discontent across counties and hints at Chester County readers missing the Sun.
The piece argues that regular troops outperform volunteers, who blend politics with military duties. It cites Langley’s flying machine progress, describing an aluminum airship with liquid air power, a 100 mph engine, 56 ft 6 in aluminum paddle wheels, and a 54 foot wingspan, noting the design aims for long voyages and practical aviation needs.
The piece praises the president for recruiting veterans into the regular army to ensure proper food, attention, and supplies, arguing regulars offer steadier discipline and training. It notes ex volunteers should reenlist for guaranteed standards, while volunteer regiments lack similar assurances. It also mentions a Colonial Dames engagement in New York reflecting enduring Revolutionary spirit.
The New York Sun defends Mr. Alger as a respectable candidate with lawful methods, while warning the administration against being drawn into a local contest that could jeopardize Michigan’s electoral vote. It questions Alger’s dual run for senator and secretary of war and hints at past tactics to secure delegates. The piece contrasts Klondike tales with miner reports as it weighs political maneuvering.
The account describes a device using a liquid gas bag to lift a car via a renal rope network, with doors closing before gas vaporizes to fill the balloon. Engines start after takeoff, allowing forward motion, and the craft can hover or descend slowly like a bird. Professor Langley remains in Europe arranging final launch steps and hopeful for success.
The article suggests Governor Pingree’s ability to promote gaiety will offset his shortcomings, presenting a view of his political charisma and public appeal as a redeeming factor in his governance.
The new Yale president calls for moral instruction in citizenship beyond politics and civics, urging teaching that emphasizes the public trust and the teacher’s mindset over textbook phrases. The piece then notes varied local incidents and observations about ethics, safety, and public duty reflecting societal concerns of the era.
The article remarks that a party tethered to a risky expansion in 199 will not know its fate. It hints at consequences of joining forces and pursuing growth, suggesting unintended outcomes for the coalition and its supporters.
A Washington Star reflection contrasts Dante's imagined torments with Victorian dress. The piece muses on stand-up collars and hard-boiled shirts as symbols of restraint, contrasting sartorial discomfort with the deeper tremors of humanity and empathy in literature.
The second musicales by Miss Cordelia Freeman Miss Julia Clapp Allen and Professor I E Southworth featured junior pupils and the Studio club performing piano solos and vocal pieces. Notable numbers included Lucy Fuller Bane's aria style singing and Margaret Smith daughter of Judge P P Smith. Ensemble violin trios by Dorr Stites and Davis and the Studio club performance, with Springtide favoring the crowd. The next recital, a third muni cal, is set for Friday at Excelsior club with advanced pupils.
The program lists students aided by the Schubert Quartet performing in two parts this evening. Highlights include soprano solos by Julia A. Donnelly and Nellie Benish, tenor and contralto pieces, and quartet numbers from Robin Hood and other works. The program features pieces by Pinsuti, Adam, Lacome, Buck, Chadwick, and Buck, with Mary Jordan and Annie Scanton among the performers.
Senior pupils presented a closing recital at Penn Avenue Baptist Church featuring vocalists Miss Alberta ONeill of Wilkes Barre and William A. Roberts, with Dr Mason as accompanist. The program included works by Holst, Nevin, Chopin, and others, with students from Miss Hall, Mr Evans, and Miss Morris performing. Old Forge residents requested a D L W railroad meeting with officials on coal and mining departments.
Loomis pledges utmost effort to have his firm restore 480 acres of land to Old Forge borough, land previously eliminated when the borough was created. He will present the matter to proper authorities at the earliest convenience.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer recounts Senator Jones recounting President Cleveland's veto of an old woman’s pension bill. Jones cited a San Francisco case where a drunken man sued the city and the judge criticized the defense. He concluded the anecdote as why he voted to pass the pension bill over the veto.
Notice to Republican Voters of the Seventh district that a primary election will be held Saturday July 198H from 4 to 7, to elect a delegate for the state convention in Harrisburg. The vote tally will occur Monday July 4 189%, at 1 oclock in Scranton courthouse. Delegates are elected by direct ballot with candidate registration and ten day assessments. return judges report results to the district convention. Frederic W. Fletz, Chairman. Attest: M. W. Lowry, Secretary, June 12, 1899.
Fourth Legislative District voters are told a primary election will be held Saturday July 1 1899 for delegates to the Republican state convention in Harrisburg. The convention to count votes will be held Monday July 3 1899 at 3 PM in Burke's Hall Carbondale. Candidates must register with the district chairman ten days before the election and pay their assessment or be excluded from the ballot. The vigilance committee will conduct the election and the return judges will report to the district convention.
A brief notice urges readers to prepare a small list of summer jewelry needs before leaving. It highlights affordable items like waist sets stick pins collar buttons and side combs and promotes the shop as the place to purchase them.
Star Automatic Paper Fastener promises rapid binding with self feeding action and continuous improvements. Prices are advertised as lower than ever while promoting other novelties in office supplies including Planitary Pencil Sharpeners and a range of Blank Books and Typewriter Supplies. A 10 day free trial is available in offices.
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