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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1896

Page

4

Bible criticism stirs debate over Union Seminary split

The article traces a religious dispute amid Presbyterian seminary tensions. It notes opposing views on biblical authority and describes steps by Union Seminary and the assembly from 1800s moves in Tulsa, Portland, and New York, including suspensions and calls to reclaim endowments.

Saratoga Cleveland Presbyterian General Assembly Briggs General Assembly Detroit Union Theological Seminary Lin. Briggs Church Moses Isaiah Tulsa Portland Oregon Union Seminary Assembly Washington Hinges Pittsburg Presbytery of New York Presbyterian Church United States of America City Messares Friends of the Sinary

Republican era orations and student politics spill into public view

The piece surveys church unity and dissent within Protestant circles, critiques President Harvard’s stance, defends Ellot’s integrity, and comments on vice presidential prospects. It notes the Chicago Times Herald opposition to capital punishment, and mentions Cuba bound weapons, McKinley support, and Philadelphia rhetoric on tariffs.

Watters on in Scranton and European affairs

The piece recalls Henry Waterson's Scranton visit and his praise of President Cleveland's Venezuelan message. It notes Waterson’s Paris letters filled with exuberant commentary, and hints at European reactions to U S policy, while contrasting with political silence on issues like Salvation Army funding and streetcar fares.

Ribot Larvard Ical Congress Durvard Iliot Ellot Bie Orlties Othe Grand Army Amerles Fpreeutest University Wodgeet Peitead Kiel Binmele Henry Watterson Scranton Kentucky Cleveland Botnte Venezuela United States Watteraon Sope Courier- Journal Paris le Olicey Steveland Europe Pilon Colinty Parce Chicago Times- Herald Morton Salvation Army Reed Quay

Canvass Complete For Republican Delegates

The Philadelphia Press reports the final state convention for Republican delegates to St Louis held Saturday in Idaho. District delegates were elected across states and territories, yielding a table showing 511 delegates. With the national convention set for June 16, McKinley holds 7 votes to spare and adjustments may follow withdrawals or shifts before the first ballot.

St. Louia Idaho SIS McKinley

Readers' Suggestions For The Tribune

Readers submit ideas on duties and methods of running the daily paper. Communications appear under a pen name, with some writers providing their real names to show good faith, though not to be published.

Tribune Shold

Tribune Editor's Creed for fearless truthful writing

The Tribune proclaims its mission to print truth without fear and to discuss politics and government openly. It pledges to defend principles, present both sides, and guide public discourse while encouraging religious and public questions.

The Tribune Sie

Editor Advice From Scranton Printer

A letter from Grant in Scranton dated May 18 urges editors to seek truth, not be swayed by rivals or ridicule, and to value perseverance and faithful delivery of news. The writer cautions against hasty disposal of articles and emphasizes reporting accuracy over sensationalism.

Malta Grant

Tribine Editor Questions Paper Popularity in Clark's Summit

An angry missive from a Clark's Summit reader questions the paper's distribution and popularity. The letter requests better coverage and hints at subscriber dissatisfaction, dated May 18 in the local era.

Eulitor Itural Clark’s Summit

Fragmented Rant on Vaccination Debate and Public Figures

A chaotic passage laments anti vaccination views and criticizes a prominent editor while listing chaotic scenes from society. It then shifts to a satirical schoolboy poem and a Chicago Post quip about weather advice from Washington.

Palvice Washington Weather bureaueChicaro Post

Fashioned in Jaunty Exclusive Designs and High Prices

A catalog fragment touts jaunty exclusive designs offered at prices that command attention, signaling a premium style emphasis and strong demand among discerning buyers.

Chamois Gloves by Foster, Paul Co. Offer at 79 Cents

The advertisement touts Chamois Gloves by Foster Paul & Co. calling it the best seen of the kind and aimed at ladies with a price of 79 cents. It presents a concise sales pitch emphasizing quality and affordability for female shoppers.

Foster, Paul & Co

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