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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1900
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune notes it prints short letters from readers on current topics signed with the writer’s real name and subject to editorial revision. The paper, published daily by The Tribune Publishing Company, lists its New York office and staff roles.
The text lists Republican candidates including Charles Emory Smith of Pennsylvania for Vice President and others for Congress across districts. It notes the law enforcement question and emphasizes that starting correctly is the key to progress, with onward focus on disciplined execution once begun.
The article weighs arguments for and against Theodore Roosevelt as vice president. Proponents urge electoral impact in the North and Midwest and critique his fit for a vice presidency. Opponents warn of corporate and political risk and urge keeping him as New York governor for broader influence.
The opinion argues the constitution does not automatically extend over new territory and remains one jurist’s view among many. It highlights the partisan debate over constitutional limits and suggests Congress must freely govern under new colonial conditions, with practical implications for policy in the Philippines.
The text discusses how the U S Constitution assumes a educated, homogeneous population and balanced state federal powers. It argues for flexibility in administration to address new colonial duties while preserving the spirit of the Constitution. It warns a Supreme Court ruling could push toward a constitutional amendment for Philippines legislation.
The piece surveys weeks of Chicago building trades strife involving 49 000 workers and four councils. It outlines four parties the laborers contractors suppliers and citizens, cites minimal violence, and details key union demands on work limits transfer rights and eight hour rules versus contractor and supply-trust grievances driving costly delays.
The piece argues a long Chicago building strike will destroy material trusts and hurt mid sized contractors while favoring big general contractors with deep pockets. It predicts a shifted market within a year, with most large building work in a few firms and capital financing all major projects.
Reader letter discusses gas engines used with coke and iron making, citing European progress and American interest. It highlights Westinghouse engines as powerful, notes gas purity and dust challenges, and suggests blast furnaces could become large power producers near industrial hubs.
Humorous note from the Indianapolis Journal about Miss Jimms using a comma after every breath and placing a period at the bottom of each page. The quip highlights old fashioned punctuation discipline in typewriter work.
The Folderole recall their reception invitations as Mrs Foldero changes plans to have the house painted after a concern about illness. The note appears in the Chicago Record.
The speaker highlights a $20 three piece bedroom suite and notes its eye catching design inviting closer inspection. They assert construction and finish justify choosing these sets as superior to anything offered at the price, citing overall value.
An advertisement or sales page presents a catalog of sterling silver pieces, rich cut glass, clocks and related items. It enumerates collectible tableware and decor offered for sale with emphasis on elegance and quality.
A Washington Star poem laments microbes on money and urges calm nation wide. The piece contrasts fear of germs with a rallying call, mentioning ace images of strength and resilience against unseen threats.
This advertisement offers the Neostyle Duplicator capable of 2000 copies from one original writing or drawing and 1500 copies from typed originals. It bills agents to inspect and arrange trials of duplicating machines, with other items like the Planetary Pencil Sharpener and Star Paper Fastener also offered.
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