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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1899
Page
5
A local note reflects on men serving jury duty as meat packers challenge General Miles, with the prospect of a trial and potential legal action against him stirring public interest.
The Pennsylvania delegation contends General Bingham could secure united support for the speakership, citing his long service, key committee roles, war record, and prior chairmanships. Reports note other experienced rivals and warn a caucus vote hinges on delegation unity, with rival lines drawn among Grow Mahon Dalgell and Brosius.
Former New York labor commissioner John T. McDonough testified before the Industrial Commission in Washington about the pre 1807 piece price plan in prisons. The system produced thousands of shoes daily at low cost, drew prisoners from across the country, and allegedly involved police inducements and rewards for longer terms, until constitutional changes in 1807 shifted the method and reduced Albany prison output.
The second grand jury failed to indict Roland 8B Molineaux after an earlier proceeding stirred public concern amid wealth and social influence. Critics claim justice is threatened by money and power, while supporters urge proofs beyond reasonable doubt. the episode fuels broader debates on law and accountability. Admiral Dewey and Captain Cartier are noted in unrelated wartime and military justice mentions. A czar peace congress advance and a Dewey dinner price satire close the discussion with editorial shading.
Astrolabe Cyst 225 e m dor Thursday May 31 A child born on thin day will not take much look in a man who does not believe that he is better than this neighbor Street cleaners believe we want the garth in the form of dust The new fire department chief must distinguish cast iron trolley poles from rubber hose The work of the umpire at Athletic Park is as hazardous as the charge up San Juan hill Borrowed trouble annoys neighbors more than the no solicited article Dyspepsia and dyspepsia cause many reform movements
A child asks if the rainbow seen after rain is heaven's light or nature's sign. Elizabeth Porter Gould notes the child's contemplative moment and the ancient cry about God guiding human understanding.
A review notes Handall Irving Tyler's The Blind Goddess as a modern, dramatic murder novel with familiar poison cases, a virtuous yet accused man, and an adventuress revealed as the real culprit. It highlights new literary directions and mentions related works and guides on Paris travel and electric cooking.
The beef court of inquiry ends its report by urging urgent reform of the army staff system. It criticizes General Hagan for ignorance and mismanagement and details colossal errors in rations and procurement. The piece calls for reorganization under the secretary of war and abolition of patronage in staff appointments.
Mail-order blurb touts Friday sale on ribbons 3 inches wide 16¢ yard and fancy silk waists at 2.85. Kid shoes 1.60, gloves and bedspreads 41¢, wash goods 3–4¢, dress goods 10¢, and oak drawer chiffoniers at 3.95. Includes discounts on regular dollar items and home furnishings.
May 11 ad touts Rexford’s repair shop as a premier house for fixing worn watches and damaged jewelry. It highlights a skilled watchmaker, experienced mender, and artistic engraver, promising moderate prices and superior results in a concise testimonial style.
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