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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1897
Page
5
A historical remark notes Senator Quay faced greater risk from his own foolish allies than from foes, with a blunt line about their poor choices aligning to a simple rule.
Editorial denounces Democratic common branch for blocking annual appropriations and hindering city payments. It blames Democratic leaders for obstinate posturing, delaying salaries and bills while creditors face withheld claims. Calls for firm taxpayer representation to curb this behavior.
An editorial defense contests the Rochester Herald’s charges against ex Attorney General Palmer. It argues Cleveland’s early anti protectionist stance helped trigger the panic, condemns the delay of a special session, and criticizes the methods used to push silver repeal, linking actions to broader economic distress.
The piece blames Grover Cleveland for obstructing financial reform and aiding Populist fusion, arguing his veto stance damaged business, currency trust, and national welfare, while mocking two headed councils and addressing Wilkes-Barre charter agitators.
The piece notes France’s low birth rate of 22 per 1000, versus Germany’s 38, and warns that faster German population growth could threaten French military power. It cites a Washington Post discussion on cradle counts and the wartime link between maternity and war readiness, reflecting on Alsace Lorraine and public opinion in New York politics.
The discussion on the Greater New York mayoralty shows non partisan supporters of Beth Low reluctant to back Republican Woodruff. Senator Platt says the regular Republican organization will not back a new rival for mayor. The piece argues a unified anti-Tammany front favors Tammany and a strong Republican candidate should lead the anti-Tammany ticket.
The piece attacks a vague third party candidate in Wilkes-Barre elections, arguing Republicans must back a loyal party nominee. It condemns a political nonentity and asserts the mayoralty is only a figurehead with limited real power under the current charter.
The piece denounces John Fellows for alleged falsehoods aimed at Congressman Connell over American Protective Association ties. It notes Connell’s focus on public duty, Nicaragua’s canal claim pushback after Secretary Sherman’s intervention, Carnegie plans to extend ore railroads into Frick coke country, and hints at Cuba policy shifts after a tariff bill.
Washington reports McKinley plans summer inquiries into Cuban affairs to guide future policy. Calhoun, officially an aide, will travel Cuba post Ruiz case to gather details with Spanish escort. Officials seek broad facts on rebellion, Spain’s ability to retain control, and public opinion before decisive action.
The consul general shifted to quick replies and swift action after prior delays. Ten days to a fortnight passed with acknowledgments and investigations. General Lee demanded ships and forceful attention, then on March 4 the scene changed with prompt communications and proper treatment of American prisoners. Information now comes readily, and Spain could not treat us better.
Senator T C Platt argues the Republican voter values independence and honesty, opposes corrupt administration, and supports organized party strength. He contends voters avoid single-issue or non-partisan schemes and resist efforts seen as disorder and confiscation threatening American thrift.
In Owensboro Inquirer reminiscences Judge Pendleton recalls Louis Garth known as a brave bully. A poker game in camp with Lieutenant Forrest ended when a pistol misfired. Garth taunted Forrest and survived. Forrest later called him a brave man and spared him. The two men remained inseparable friends thereafter.
The Liquirer shrieked over Quays apostasy to friends and later accepted Quay's je nial with wary grace after self deception. It now resembles Hooker's bull caught in a fence, unable to move forward or back.
A Washington Star reader quote notes surprise when the Turkish army seized a Greek magazine and found little except war articles and ads. The observer questions why the confiscation occurred if nothing of value was inside.
Weekend sale offers Nottingham Lace and Irish Point curtains at low prices. Prices start at 85 cents a pair for Nottingham Lace and rise to 20 pair lots at about 10 to 20 dollars depending on style. Brussels Net options appear with discounts from various listed prices.
A manager declares a desire for a joyous burlesque while a scribe warns that endless burlesques will erode serious satire. The exchange underscores tensions between entertainment and critique in news satire.
A Turkish officer boasts about routing Greek fighters, then the prisoner concedes that aid from others helped their cause, reflecting wartime bravado and interwoven loyalties in a Washington Star report.
The Philadelphia Inquirer declares it will stand its ground and not yield to Senator Quay or anyone else, reaffirming its unyielding editorial stance.
A poem laments the rise of machinery and steam power replacing simple farm work. The speaker muses about abandoning farm toil for a flying machine as modern progress tempts escape from labor and nature’s serene lure beside cow bells and hopeful landscapes.
Special prices on Tamboured Muslins urge buyers to inspect and act now, suggesting the deal is to the shopper’s advantage and encouraging immediate purchase.
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