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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1899
Page
4
A Scranton item notes remarks on the alleged conspiracy against Senator Quay. It mentions accusations aimed at Quay’s friends and suggests the supposed tampering with a jury is being played up in circles. Date cited is March 1, 1899.
The article argues wealthy oilman Roland B. Molineaux faces a murder conspiracy charge tied to poisonings of Katherine J. Advis and Mary Cornish. Prosecution evidence suggests Cornish received poison from a bottle labeled fake, while debates consider first degree murder versus ordinary crime and call for stronger laws.
Critics question whether famous writers enhance their reputation by touring as attractions for a dollar a head. The piece argues such tours boost wealth but erode private reserve and literary value, citing Hope Crawford Caine and Kipling as examples of public exposure reducing mystique.
The piece lauds Kipling as a premier writer and notes his illness, hoping for recovery. It then reports President McKinley’s judicial appointments, highlighting John J. McPherson as a distinguished choice for the Western District bench and praising his stature and respect in the bar.
The article lauds General Joe Wheeler of Alabama as a Democratic patriot whose wartime conduct in the Spanish American War should set an example. It condemns rival Democratic leaders for partisan attacks on soldiers and sailors in the Philippines and calls for unwavering support and funding, branding opposition as treasonous and disloyal.
In the county, Speaker Reed stands out as the sole quiet voice opposing expansion. The scene suggests a split approach, with Reed offering measured resistance amid broader debate and activity on development plans.
Edward Everett Hale in London argues the czars amid congress may advance civilization toward international arbitration and peace. He notes America's democratic strength shifts European diplomacy and prompts continental states to seek diplomacy to avoid open conflict with the rising United States and its moral influence.
The article argues continental diplomats sought limits on US activity at the start of the Spain war as a defensive move. It cites England's influence, warns of a peace contract as an international security bond, and asserts US pacifism but overwhelming military capability afloat and ashore to deter aggression.
The editorial balks at cutting new warships from twelve to six and warns against aiding Aguinaldo’s revolt. It questions Democratic minority prudence, cites Quay trial delays, critiques Consul Wildman’s reported failures, and notes Apia officials’ overreach and navy promotion excesses.
Daily horoscope notes a child born on this day faces danger while changes in work and earth are hinted. It mocks mob leadership, jokes about athletes and hair parts, and mentions muddy streets and lingering winter. The piece closes with an oblique remark about bicycles and a papery claim.
March calendar notes a string of items from senatorial firings to jail gate attempts, city bets being paid, and local coal land purchases. A mix of public notices includes elections, street work, syndicate activity, and mayoral changes, with scattered social and civic updates.
Sudden water cutoff in New York halted steam power for downtown offices. Elevators stalled at 1 o'clock and workers faced climbs as engineers investigated the shutdown. Tenants grew anxious while messengers and clerks adapted, marking the longest disruption since skyscrapers rose.
The Globe Warehouse invites visitors to its Annual Opening featuring spring and summer dress fabrics. Customers can explore new fabric lines and seasonal patterns during the event.
Lulu Moore, a society girl, nearly burned after her celluloid comb touched a grate. In Wheeling, Mary Conner was severely burned when her celluloid comb ignited as she vomited near a grate, the second such accident in a week.
A garbled page shows a series of humorous and sorrowful exchanges. The bride laments her fate amid wreckage while a husband sardonic ly blames past mistakes. The Detroit Journal recounts jokes about theater, money, and a pilgrim at an exposition.
A humorous verse sketches a Cairo to Heveland trolley trip with a blue conductor Cory and a dirty Gyptian with a water jar. The speaker notes landmarks like the Sphinx and Cleputry while wondering where the car stops. The collage-like travel whimsy ends as the journey concludes in Heveland Plain Dewler.
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