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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1900
Page
4
A Scranton posting from March 6, 1900 explains the Tribune will print brief letters on current topics if signed with the writer's real name and allow editorial revision before publication. The notice is dated at the post office in Scranton, Pa.
The Republican state committees announce a convention of Pennsylvania Republicans in Harrisburg at the opera house on April 25 at 10:90 am to nominate auditor general and congressmen at large, select presidential electors and delegates, and handle other business. Delegates allocated by district per 1896 vote totals. Frank Reeder chairs with W R Andrews and C E Voorhees as secretaries.
The Philadelphia Press warns that seating Quay could invite premature caballing to block an election of senators and hand control of the appointment to the governor, a charge aimed at an instrument of such cabal.
County candidates on the Republican ticket are named in Scranton as the party lines are drawn. In the First district Speaker Farr faces Thomas J. Reynolds, while in the Second district Frederick Connell opposes Representative John Scheuer. Neither challenger has Harrisburg experience, prompting concerns that Scranton's interests may lack seasoned representation if census changes promote the city to second-class status. The piece argues incumbents Farr and Scheuer deserve reelection for alignment with party caucus and protection of city interests. It notes a reformer Rev. Dr. Parkhurst resigns from professional reform efforts at congregation request.
The city faces fear and unrest as authorities push a house-cleaning of slot machines. Citizens urge firm law enforcement while backing the mayor’s bid to curb abuses and cleanse local governance. The public respects his courage and seeks continued action beyond factional politics.
The body voted against the president's recommendation to direct tariff money collected on Puerto Rican goods into local needs since the island's occupation. The Democratic party's stance is framed as opposing the inhabitants' welfare, while Secretary Root's Cuba trip is described as routine to understand ongoing work.
The interview with General Otis in Manila outlines the strategy of dispersing insurgent forces rather than holding towns and notes the need for a larger garrison to secure strategic points. It covers the shift toward civil government, school systems, local self rule, and the role of friars, with Noyes praising Otis’s heavy workload and leadership.
The Philadelphia paper urges readers to consider withdrawal from the Philippines and questions current policy. It argues that shrinks from duty would betray Otis Lawton McArthur and Dewey, criticizing Wanamaker’s stance as unworthy of Pennsylvania.
Notice sets 3 p m March 20 at Cooperative Hall Weat Bide to nominate a candidate for the legislature and elect two delegates to the Harrisburg state convention on April 25. Primaries are March 17 from 4 to 7 pm with registration and payment deadlines for candidates to appear on the ballot. No votes shall be counted for any
W A Paine as chairman presided over a Boranton meeting stating noncompliers will face action. Secretary Joseph Jeffrys attested the records dated February 22 1900.
Notice to Republican voters of the Second Legislative District announces a primary on Saturday March 17 1900 from 4 to 7 pm to elect two delegates for the state convention in Harrisburg. The convention will meet March 20 1900 at 1 pm in Boranton court house to nominate a legislature candidate.
The Third Legislative district Republican committee schedules a district convention for April 13 1900 at 2 PM in the arbitration room of the Scranton courthouse to nominate a candidate for the legislature and elect two delegates to the state convention in Harrisburg. Vigilance committees plan primary elections April 7 1900 between 4 and 7 PM. Each district will elect one member of the legislative standing committee for the next year. Candidates must register full names and addresses with the committee chair and pay assessments at least twenty days before the primary. Last day to register and pay is March 11 1900. T J Matthews chairs. J B Watkins secretary. Scranton February 28 1900.
The article profiles Assistant City Solicitor David J. Davis as a hard working, conscientious official in the municipal building. It notes his diligent filing duties, courteous treatment of citizens, and a $200 salary increase. It also discusses D. W. Vaughan and L. Francois as prominent local figures with strong council and school board roles.
The city editor of the Evening Leader, Percival S. Ridsdale, a New York born editor of French extraction, gains acclaim for his Harpers magazine stories and colonial serials. Neighbors admire his generous character and steady support of mining community life, predicting a bright literary future.
In Woman's Realm the piece discusses how trailing skirts affect posture and spines with incipient curvature and side pain from constant lifting. It notes shorter walking skirts for spring and two girls debating Lent plans and moral reading, interwoven with gossip about drapery and local church revival talk.
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Finley’s Foulard Silks and Challies announces its spring line of New Foulards for 1900. The collection features colors suited to summer garments including New Blues Greys Heliotropes and Fawns in Natural Foulard and Liberty Satin finishes from top manufacturers.
The dealer notes limited stock in higher grades and urges early buyers to view the exhibit this week to access the best selection. The promotional tone emphasizes scarcity and attractiveness of the assortment.
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