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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1899
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune explains proper mail addressing to avoid delays. It advises sending non personal notices simply to The Tribune Scranton Pa and notes delays may occur when mail is addressed to specific employees.
A Lancaster County primary battle pitted Quay supporters against anti Quay factions led by diverse Republican figures. Quay secured sweeping wins across cities and townships, with Butler and Montour counties delivering similar results, while the anti Quay campaign argues the party risks fracturing. The piece contemplates party unity and future maneuvers including Harrisburg dynamics and references to Admiral Dewey.
The Cuban military executive chief prepared to surrender muster rolls to General Brooke to allow the United States to distribute $7,000,000 aboard the Burnelde in Havana harbor. A US force could seize the rolls if needed. About 13,050 insurgent troops await disbandment with a prospect of $3,100,000 as a goodwill gift to start peaceful industry, per their representatives.
The article discusses Cuban politics and military leaders who refuse to surrender arms without US recognition. General Brooke rejects a Cuban body, favoring individual insurgent leaders, while urging peaceful disarmament. It argues US sovereignty must prevail to pacify and govern Cuba with no middle ground.
The Tribune thanks Messrs Barrett and Jordan of the Truth and J A Beran ton and Ben of the Republican for offering press facilities during its temporary disability.
Dr Joseph May of the First Unitarian Church Philadelphia laments militarism in a public address. He urges confidence in republican institutions and hopes the war system nears its end while calling for a permanent international arbitration court. The gathering backed Russia’s invitation to an international disarmament conference.
A fragmentary column argues that opposition to trusts comes from newspapers and fear of centralized power. It contrasts stock market manipulation with blackmail, contends autonomy is essential to democracy, and notes how wealth and influence shape public opinion and policy.
The Free Press comes under new ownership led by John W. Kirby as manager, P. H. Zurilieh as treasurer, John St. Beamieh as advertising manager, with P. M. Greer as editor and C. H. Derby as editor. The new team pledges a clean, enterprising, independent paper and seeks reader support. A separate note mentions a photographer mistreated by locals while he sought to add portraits to his art collection.
The governor denounces corruption and faults rotten officials and contractors for pushing a wrongdoer’s agenda. He calls for accountability and stronger oversight amid a wave of condemnation.
The article praises the 1803 Louisiana Purchase as a pivotal national growth event. It argues expansion supporters view it as essential, notes opposition over governance of native populations, and calls Missouri a fitting host for a commemorative exposition highlighting Western goods and industry from the territory’s development.
A poetic meditation on identity and desire as the speaker wanders through a desolate landscape. Vivid imagery contrasts empty lands, glittering garments, and a courtly shrine with a prince, while the narrator battles gaze and duty. The speaker longingly imagines escape beyond critics and crowds, ending with a fragile dream of safety.
Long article recounts negotiations over William Randolph Hearst era Tribune ownership with Medill as editor emeritus. Also notes Navy naming rules for battleships Town Indiana Massachusetts Oregon Texas and upcoming ships with possible Pennsylvania dedication. Includes mixed items on Kansas tax sales and early Sherman era travel.
In the Philadelphia Ledger summary, lawmakers rush to close the session while debates focus on privacy in telegraphic communication. Critics warn that proposed bills would allow prosecutors and police chiefs to inspect telegrams, risking public privacy and civil rights amid urgent legislation.
A mosaic of humorous quotes and captions from various periodicals. Bits touch on weather prophets, courtroom banter, antiquated science, and social foibles, with sly comments on truth, powder, and daily life reflected in contemporary humor.
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