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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1900

Page

4

Political Row: Pennsylvania GOP Nominations and Monroe Doctrine Debate

The piece sketches Pennsylvania Republican nominations for congressional posts and state offices. It notes Secretary Root’s warning on potential Monroe Doctrine combat readiness, echoed by Senator Lodge who predicts war with Germany as a real possibility. It highlights the urgency felt by party figures in addressing national security threats.

Root United States Nwehe Cotips Senator Lodge Germany Ryoes Nmawy Ouida

Wanamaker in Interview Sparks Public Debate

The article questions how John Wanamaker’s stance and public image shape coverage of a confrontation with Director Englehld over Mr Wanamaker’s vulnerability. It argues Wanamaker’s wealth and press power color reporting and urges a fair, full public reference to all sides of the incident and figures such as Neely amid Cuban fraud ties.

John Wanamaker Khim Pablo Safety English Director of Public Safety Philadelphia Crithelwin John Wanataker Mr. Wanamakey Nen Engneh Neely Pst Firudls States Siro

Pure Food Bill Before Congress Aims to Curb Adulteration

The Brosius pure food bill moves again in Congress after a favorable House committee report. It creates a chemical bureau within the Agriculture Department to inspect and test foods in interstate commerce. Products transported across state lines must bear their true names under penalties. The bill seeks to shield retailers from liability for others’ fraud by allowing certificates of purity from suppliers, and targets misbranded goods.

Brosius Congress House Committee On Agricultural Department Chemical Bureau

Food safety reforms prompt nationwide cheating crackdown

A US population of 76 million consuming two per cent chemically injurious products implies 156 million dollars in harmed goods yearly. The piece argues to halt this cheating and warns of widespread adulteration in food and drugs. It also notes a Methodist conference committee favoring abolishing the pastorate time limit, signaling debate within church leadership.

United States Methodist Episcopal General Conference Altough Mose

Southern Cotton Spinners Convene in Charlotte For Open Door Policy

A 500 member Southern Cotton Spinners association meeting in Charlotte discusses industrial growth in the South, open door trade with China, Philippine governance, and expansion of textile schools. Warren Wright notes rising savings bank deposits, while calls for moral labor standards and tenement housing accompany the push for manufacturing strength in the region.

Charlotte N.C Wesvelation South Mason and Dixon's Empire of China China Philippine Islands Wiichy

Captain Carter assigned as clerk at headquarters prison duty

Captain Carter who swindled the government out of 2 million dollars has been detailed at Leavenworth army prison for duty as a clerk at headquarters. This position is described as the most agreeable.

Carter Leavenworth Army Prison

Critics and Controversies Stirring Headlines Across States

The article surveys tensions between army and navy praise for Captain McCalla and General Young, Tanner faction threats to block Illinois legislature, and political wagers around Senator Cullom. It notes defenses of armor plate plants, Dietsel's US decline prediction, Lauterbach’s Boer War stance, stamp revenue records, and Boer campaign tactics.

Stresa Ja Philippine Army Navy General Young McCalla

Political Prophet Grosvenor Forecasts 1896 Presidential Election

General Grosvenor of Olio predicts McKinley and Bryan support by state with electoral vote totals and likely party margins. The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle presents his table separating claims and doubts across states, outlining Republican and Democratic counts from four years prior.

Grosvenor Olio McKinley Bryan

Notable Eminent Figures and Royal Misprints Across Continents

The column catalogs a string of notable names and events: Salisbury’s tax on tenantry and Sir John Lubbock’s rise to peerage. Miss Macintyre’s return to performing in July. Collis Huntington’s new country house near Los Angeles with a public art collection. Julius Molshowen, son of Frederick Rol aiken of Detroit, gaining attention in London. Henry Savage Landor’s Thibet explorations. Jon By lhertes, UW professor, dies after operation in Chicago. Otis and Otis, in Utica, celebrate long lives. a church case of Rev. Chars A. Binith of St Joseph, Missouri, involved in divorce-impacted marriage rules. John Boekin’s generosity and thrift ethic. Lord Kitchener’s brother in New Zealand. succession of Roberts and related aristocrats linked to British titles and destinies.

Marquis of Salisbury John Lubbock Charles Limiely Boston Jon Lhertes University of Wisconsin Presbyterian Hospital Chicago Univerity Wen Philippines Otis Aleutam WK. Elmer Utica New York Warren Blerkimer County Jowthie Chars A. Binith Bt. Joseph, Mo Dan Cupid Holy Trinity Priscopal Church John Boekin Owey Lord Kitchener New Zealand Arthur Buck Kitchener Waihem Dunlback Slug River South Africa Ton Vion KR. HL de Montmorency V. CL Viscount Frankfort de Montmorency

Washington View of Topics of the Day

Special Correspondence discusses insular governance under Spain in Cuba Puerto Rico and the Philippines noting bans on lottery gambling bullfighting and lavish ceremonies and changes to marriage laws. It also covers forest planting in Brunswick Maine irrigation tree belts in the west and forestry plans at Sewanee and Adirondack League Club. The piece notes Japanese immigration concerns and rising Orient trade.

Washington Cuba Porto Rico Philippines Mendia Spain Ft Prent America Brunswick Maine United States W. L. Hall Division of Forestry New Mexico Hall The University of the South Sewanee Tennessee Adirondack League Club Adirondack Mountains New York Lower Saranac

Exports rise across regions with varied gains and job impacts

Eight months ending February show exports up 54 percent to Europe, 38 percent to Asia, 51 percent to Oceania, 8 percent to South America, and 1 percent to North America while Africa falls. The year begins with broad increases in exports and potential employment growth across ore, coal, steel, and transport industries if legislation passes, alongside large Philippine Island receipts and a dramatic year over year rise in island exports and imports.

Europe South America North America Asia Oceania Africa Agia Oneadlsaa United States Cuba Porto Rico Hawaiian Philippine Samoan Islands

If two on your knee and be thankful again

Poem excerpt from Helen Leigh Lawin in Post Express reflects on fairness, envy, and lasting friendship. It contrasts critics with true friends who stand by you in joy and sorrow, urging gratitude for faithful companionship.

Helen Leigh Lawin Post-Express

Three-Piece Bedroom Suites Prove Worth The Price

Interest centers on the $20 three piece bedroom suites. Each piece catches the eye inviting a better acquaintance. Construction and finish invite comparisons, and the conclusion is these are better in every way than anything offered at the price.

Duplicating Devices Offered For Trial Use

Advertises 2000 copies from one original and 1500 from typed originals with agents available for inspection. Promotes the Planetary Pencil Sharpener improved and The Star Paper Fastener improved. Offers a trial in offices for a few days.

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