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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1900
Page
7
The Philadelphia Press outlines Republican nominations by district with names such as Thomas J. Rev Solus and John Scumurr. The piece notes auditor general and ward positions as part of primary coverage reaching through several districts.
The opinion condemning Admiral Sehley’s conduct is echoed by nine tenths of naval officers and Santiago captains who advised against promoting any North Atlantic fleet officer deemed to have enabled a court of Inquiry. Captain Chadwick’s widely publicized remark prompts formal censure to uphold naval honor. The Rev W S Crafts claims Chaplain Pierce’s honesty is impugned by sensational Philippines saloon chatter, noting Crafts has not been to the Philippines while Pierce has.
A large convocation of the Methodist Episcopal church begins in Chicago for a month long session. Delegates debate admitting women to membership and abolishing pastorate time limits while discussing church amusements and rules on intoxicants and dancing.
A debate on strict religious discipline questions whether spec sections infringe on Christian autonomy and personal choice. Changing social norms push approval for theaters dancing and card playing, while Harper & Bros resets Harper's Magazine price, arguing Americans will pay for valued content.
The opinion of Judge Hal Fey holds that an injunction against United Mine Workers Local 452 and officers bars interference with Temple Coal and Iron Company property or workers. The decision cites Wick China and Murdock cases and warns of irreparable harm from water pumps and mine flooding if threats continue.
The text cites decisions from Vexelatn v Gunster and Hamilton Brown Shoe Co v Saxon affirming employers may hire at agreed prices and workers may quit freely. It warns against intimidation or force to restrain employment choices and notes equity courts may restrain rights when they harm others. It also mentions Dowie’s face making venture and Chicago fashion plates.
The item recalls Harry Sn Isle Chatiphon learning a hard game, Marty N Pillsbury as a senior official of a city cutis, Annie Veck as a mountain climber noted for daring trips, and Dr. B Skinner a Jefferson Davis era figure who died in Detroit. Also mentioned are a young Cornelius Simmons set as second VP of Collins Mark and Melt Railroad and a comparison to Justin Morrill and John Sherman in long public careers.
The article surveys historical views on electing senators and the role of state legislatures in choosing the Senate. It notes opposition from several states, the shift toward preserving state influence, and debates at Philadelphia 1787 about direct popular election versus constitutional design. It discusses the risks of deadlocks and possible paths to reform via simple law or constitutional amendment.
A collage of brief items reports on a Chinese clock emperor, a proposed ban on buffed hunting attire in Maine, artificial eyelashes by doctors, new protective packing called committed papier, a German canal plan, Northampton battalion’s Cape voyage and Majuba lessons, curiosity show spoofs, antique imitations, Arab fidelity to angels, Mevat Mate observatory debates, and Cincinnati industry exhibit plans for Paris showing plane manufacturing with a moving display.
Readers are drawn to each piece by eye catching detail inviting closer inspection. Construction and finish reveal quality and these items are judged superior in every way to rivals at the price.
The notice declares horses and carriages superior to any other livery in the city and invites interested customers to call 794 for a first class outfit during this pleasant spell of weather.
The department announces the ready completion for the annual opening of infant and child items including hats caps cloaks and wash bonnets. A spring line and specialties such as Braid Hats and French Cord items will be on sale Monday inviting shopper inspection.
An advertisement offers the Neostyle Duplicator capable of printing 2000 copies from one original writing and 1500 copies from typewritten originals. Agents invite interested buyers to inspect the duplicator on trial. Also promoted are the Planetary Pencil Sharpener and Star Paper Fastener, improved models available for in-office trial.
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