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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1900
Page
5
Ten pages from Bcranton dated March 14 1900 suggest a sensational arrest of hoodlums tied to city councilmen. The account signals a broader wave of political pressure and possible investigations across nearby jurisdictions.
Next Saturday afternoon Republican voters in Scranton’s First and Second legislative districts will vote under the direct primary system. The piece argues for Speaker John R. Farr in the First district and for Scheuer in the Second, opposing Reynolds and Connell backed by factional pressure aimed at reshaping leadership.
London Times reports on February 19 that the French ambassador, speaking at a prize distribution in French language and literature at Mansion House, praised both nations as the world’s best models of progress and civilization. He expressed belief in continued peaceful relations despite gloomy prophecies.
The excerpt argues that France could collapse without a just warrant and that French republic hopes depend on temperamental stability. It notes a cautious hope for liberal progress and condemns potential misattribution of England’s successes to Lord Kitchener. It references an Austrian military attaché in South Africa and a possible British dispute similar to Schley-Barnes.
A detailed critique describes a political plot in Kentucky to seize election power, alleging manipulation of returns, subsequent legal challenges, and an assassination amid a push to unseat elected Republicans. It calls for federal intervention and a national party reorganization.
The piece critiques treating sovereignty as a treaty matter and cites the canal treaty debate. It notes recent political clashes in the Transvaal and Kentucky, hints at looming senate discussions, and questions Democratic support for Puerto Rico after voting against dispersing $2 million in collected duties.
The piece argues state and foreign tensions keep regional blood stirred while a celebratory Philadelphia wedding, with 2000 invitations, yielded about $50,000 in gifts. It observes peace bids by England and the Boers, debates on article drafting, and notes naval strength as essential. It mentions Captain Mahan, Rev. Sheldon, Debs, and a wary view of France’s war fever. It ends with Aguinaldo and Dr. Leyds being unaccounted.
The outline cites a Chicago Record story alleging Senator Cullom pressed for a veteran’s consulate to aid ailing Illinois pensioners. Blaine dismisses Cullom’s bid, calling him past-focused and unfit for future service, while the piece notes Cullom’s three clerks and pensionist complaints. It also includes unrelated anecdotes from Waverly Magazine and Cleveland Plain Dealer snippets.
A Philadelphia Post piece recalls a speech where a man shifts from doubting women’s suitability for preaching to believing they are capable, arguing they are too capable for incumbents. The anecdote contrasts views before and after hearing a female speaker.
In LONG AGO a Boston clergyman marries a weathered seaman and his wife in a spur of the moment ceremony. The couple declare no prior marriages and the bride quips she never had a chance. The clergyman refuses any fee, calling it a privilege to officiate.
A survey of remarks and anecdotes covers Henry James income figures, William Jennings Bryan travel, Senator Stewart’s long Senate tenure, Dr J J Henna on beggar populations in Puerto Rico, Mrs Taylor visiting Kentucky soldiers, Hattle Bumgarten’s saloon reform idea, and remarks on General Joubert, Sir Ford North, sailors turned politicians Perkins and Loud, Turley in Senate, Ira Remsen at Kansas University, and various anecdotes about epitaphs, pianists, and civic leaders including T Carson of Brownsville and J C W Beckham in Kentucky.
In Woman's Realm a critique notes Miss Hum phrey Ward's Eleanor centers on Lucy Foster's change through hairstyling, a plaid frock discarded, and female characters as the focus. The piece contrasts Mariety and aims critique at popular heroines, while hinting Ward balances satire with praise.
We have a full line of watches guaranteed to pass inspection. Buy from an old reliable house that stays in business. Not an agent who opens a shop briefly and leaves. We are here to stay with an "as good as gold" guarantee and competitive prices.
A brief exchange notes approval of objects and affiliation with the group. The dialogue hints at involvement in a charitable or civic matter and references the Philadelphia Bulletin as the source.
A brief phrase from the Cleveland Plain Dealer quotes a sentiment of gratitude, noting appreciation for unvoiced or unsung contributions. The line evokes literary reflection within a newspaper quote context.
An anonymous verse piece reflects on life as a changing tale with joy and pain, light and dark, through the reactions of diverse figures from prophet to king. The poem notes varying moments of calm and tumult, suggesting a universal, fickle human experience.
Readers show keen interest in the spring wardrobe ideas titled first impression and invite opinions on their merits. The piece notes broad female involvement in evaluating fashion concepts and calls for community feedback.
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