This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 16 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1900
Page
5
A historical notice reports a compilation of ten pages dedicated to Charles Emory Smith from Pennsylvania. The item notes biographical highlights and political context surrounding his vice-presidential profile.
The text notes nominations for county offices including auditor and legislative districts. It mentions John H. Phillips succeeding a vacancy on the board of control caused by his brother's death and praises his potential as controller.
The article commends EK B Sturges for leading efforts for better law enforcement and frames his bid for jury commissioner as a test of civic virtue. It argues the office should be held by a man of honor, conscience, and courage, and contrasts reformers with complacent voters. It notes the jury system impacts justice and calls for three capable men to manage jury lists and panels. It also mentions Dairy and Food Commissioner Wells vindicating himself with Special Agent Simmers.
A critical view of Christian Science argues no public necessity and notes mixed health outcomes. The piece cites Judge Ewings lecture and highlights Chicago labor tensions, an impartial seven person committee, and Professor Graham Taylor’s influence guiding an investigation of union and contractor practices.
In the interest of public health, vigor in enforcing sanitary laws is demanded. The author condemns exceptions and notes the rapid settlement of strikes nationwide may threaten the legitimacy of calls to action.
The article reports Congress seeking details on oleomargarine ingredients per Internal Revenue records. Secretary Gage provides two tables showing June and December production, noting a winter drop and questioning misrepresentation that harms consumers and the butter trade.
A critical call for independent inquiry into Building Trades Council violence and political entanglements. Advocates urge an impartial commission to restore public trust, curb blackmail, and defend labor’s integrity amid industrial conflict. Vineland curfew example cited as failed policy, urging a middle ground between strict curfew and open city norms.
Fragmented anecdotes recount a suburb dog scare during a gate escape and a Sunday school episode about maternal love. The piece also recalls Texas frontier courage as A le Parrott, famed for river crossing during the McNelly raid, dies in Texas after a bold chesslike move in a saloon.
The report recalls a bullet striking a wall and a cue of fear in a theatre near a black knight, with Parrott reacting. The Chicago News recounts an 18th or 19th century anecdote about Colonel Jeck Chinn visiting Texas with a slave valet Sam. Sam asks to borrow the Colonel’s six shooter, warning he will go to the morgue if not allowed to carry it out, showing nerve and a glitter in his eyes. The servant later is described as a well-placed figure in Afro-American society in Houston.
A brief scene shows a Lady proposing a surname for a young suitor and the applicant accepting. The dialogue centers on formality and affection as characters discuss naming and identity.
The article reports President Roosevelt pressing a rigorous probe into corruption involving Neely and associates. It notes postmaster general and attorney general directions toward thorough investigation and aggressive prosecution to deter malfeasance, with Rathbone’s fate tied to Governor Wood’s decisions. Major Rathbone praised for postal service reforms but faces potential dismissal amid the inquiry.
A Victorian column argues for punishment over excessive leniency, praising corporal discipline and criticizing humanitarian prison reforms. It cites English parliamentarians Connecticut clergy and New York judges as endorsing strict justice to deter crime. The piece warns reforms may erode deterrence and leave criminals with comfortable jail life.
Six friends wander through verdant dales and woodland glades as a sunny day turns to dusk. The group splits and reunites while enjoying nature and quiet travel, until a mishap interrupts their stroll and a sense of shared misfortune lingers.
The piece notes candidates and solicitors using lithographs and posters to reach farmers, praising campaign cards that depict men like McKinley and Dewey alongside a popular young woman, with rural households using the images for marking gardens and home life. It also mentions visiting clergy, upcoming debates, and a hospital fundraiser raising about 2,000.
Interest centers on the $20 three piece bedroom suites as observers note eye catching appeal. Construction and finish invite study and comparison. The decision tends to be that these are better in every way than anything offered at the price.
An advertisement announces 2000 copies from one original writing or drawing and 1500 from any original typed on a typewriter. The seller offers inspection agents for duplicating machines and places the Planetary Pencil Sharpener improved and The Star Paper Fastener improved on trial in offices for a few days.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.