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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1897
Page
5
A terse note signals a plan to study opposition readiness before a local election to choose a successor to City Solicitor Torrey. The item emphasizes ongoing civic maneuvering and possible public scrutiny of candidates.
The Providence Journal discusses coal field labor and immigration, noting shared hardship in mining and mill regions. It argues assimilation and education will improve social conditions, while warning that state hearings cannot fix core issues and criticizing misrepresented testimony in metropolitan papers. It questions whether the mayor erred again.
The May Review of Reviews carries a lengthy Cuban review by Stephen Bonsal, corroborating harsh reports on Spain's conduct toward Cuban pacificados. Critics note Armenia-like brutality, famine, and scorched-tobacco regions, with eyewitness testimony from Vioneal and Marriott painting a devastated countryside and mass displacement in Pinar del Rio and surrounding provinces.
The correspondent reports Cuban rebels gaining ground across Pinar Havana Matanzas and Santa Clara provinces. He claims rebels are well provisioned and civil government is spreading, predicting ultimate success as Spanish troops of about 95 000 are unable to contain 4 000 to 6 000 rebels. He urges US action to stop further starvation and inhuman treatment.
The New York Sun quotes a general discussion of American party government arguing that organized leadership and a common platform bind factions. It notes how lack of clear command causes failure as seen in the Civil War and praises merit-based leadership like Grant. It warns against excessive anti leadership attacks and urges prudent reforms before adjournment day at Harrisburg.
The New York Sun questions the fuss over Victoria’s sixty years on the throne while noting benefits of her long reign for Britain. The piece defends English-born Americans who honor the monarch and argues naturalized citizens may still boast patriotism toward the United States.
The piece notes Miss Parton’s lectured talks on intelligent housewifery, praising her as the best expositor. It suggests listening in person is preferable but prints summarize the lectures for those unable to attend.
Special correspondence details the 1863 Paris conference on standardizing international mail. It notes chaotic prepayment rules, varied weights and routes, and calls for a single weight unit and uniform rates. John A. Karson represented the United States, praising cross border cooperation and progress since 1870.
The article traces early efforts toward international postal reform led by Portinaator General Blair, noting the 1874 Herne congress and the push to create a general treaty. It explains the 1874-75 treaty establishing a universal postal territory, uniform rates, and centralized statistics from Berne, with member nations including the United States and many European states. It highlights the treaty’s impact on speed and reliability of cross border mail, and mentions Norway’s Spitzbergen post office as an example of expanding domestic networks spurred by tourism.
The piece defends the Dingley tariff policy, arguing it protects home industries from foreign competition and supports American prosperity. It rebukes free trade critics and emphasizes the need to shield the U.S. market for both producers and consumers, noting future growth and sustained national development.
Crispene dress goods require no lining Interlining or stiffening for jackets waists or skirts. They save labor money and weight while giving a crisp taffeta silk lined gown look. Durable stylish and cool in summer non conductor of heat and cold ideal for city country mountain seaside wear. Suitable for children's wear and gentlemen's outing suits.
A catalog item lists 100 dozen ladies' hose described as extra quality using Mace yarn and Hermsdorf dye. Features include high spliced heels double soles and color varieties in all black black with white feet and black with white soles plus tan shades.
Letter files with perforated arches and covers advertised at 31.00. Drafting instruments special. Fountain pens with gold mounting priced at 31.60. Office and typewriters supplies plus stationery wedding cards invitations and announcements offered.
The Tribune Astrologer Ajaccus draws the daily chart for Thursday May 6 1897. El Achi born on this day will think there is confusion of Malects in the mayor Halley and Mr Kinsley case. The joint councilman election was disjointed and memory harms teamwork. Suspicion suggests rogue behavior or being touched.
A vivid fragment describes bare rooms with echoing dust and blank walls. Brimming with bric a brac, the scene hints at a chaotic gathering or relocation while a call for a draught of strong drink echoes through the nondescript setting.
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