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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1900
Page
4
The text presents Republican nominations for state and district offices and notes a church governance shift. It argues the abolition of a time limit signifies an epoch in Methodism and urges that majority will guide church government without altering ministerial character or devotion.
The article defends rewards offered for information leading to bribery or juror corruption convictions as a means to secure fair trials. It argues prosecutions are political only in timing, cites past collection of evidence, and calls for public cooperation. It urges continued municipal reform and emphasizes accountability for bribe givers and takers.
The article argues the Brooks high license law is an unfair monopoly funded by large fees on licensed dealers. It proposes lowering fees and allowing any who wish to obtain licenses, plus vigorous enforcement against unlicensed sellers. It notes local sentiment against the law while acknowledging other communities succeed with it.
A communication will go to councils from Seventeenth ward property owners complaining of property damage from poor drainage near Vine Street and Harrison Avenue. Councils require Harrison Avenue property owners to lay sidewalks within 60 days, but floods suggest the need for stronger water management.
The article argues the Republican vice presidential selection is unsettled and personal suitability dominates, with Philadelphia convention decisions shaping the ticket. It singles out Charles Emory Smith as a likely nominee and notes the contest hinges on candidate honesty, capability, and prestige.
The piece argues that William Sylvester Taylor remains the legitimate Kentucky governor despite not being seated. It contends fraud has undermined his commission, urging Kentuckians to act with dignity to restore the people’s will and re elect Taylor if possible. It also warns against voter skepticism toward public officials and notes the public misperception about color ice cream.
The nation debates whether McKinley should declare war on Great Britain. Editorials argue loyalty to the American people and support for South African resistance, warning that moral aid cannot stop bullets or cannon as 200,000 British troops prepare at Johannesburg and Pretoria.
The piece argues against sending a tribute of love to the Boers, warning it would anger England and damage US commerce with Britain, invite Allied powers’ hostility, and potentially trigger war with England. It cites McKinley and notes discord in London and the Transvaal amid uncertain Kruger stance and poetic silence on the moment.
The article notes that Kentucky's ready acceptance of peace terms indicates war has ceased to be an attractive novelty among the Blue Grays Slate.
The Philadelphia Press urges reform in Scranton amid bribery arrests of eighteen city council members. It argues private interests have bought councilmen, harming public trust, and predicts more arrests. It praises courage of citizens calling for exposure and punishment to protect future governance.
From the Milladaphia Times a critique links easy election of self serving officials to widespread bribery in cities like Scranton. The piece cites contractors convicted in Shamokin and calls for honest candidates and strict punishment to curb graft and protect public funds.
A detective testifies that bribes were paid to influence a vote on taxing gross receipts of a corporation. Accused deny guilt while critics warn of a reform wave as prosecutions surge when corruption cases reach court.
Four prominent Scranton figures lead an investigation that has seen eighteen Beranton city council members arrested for soliciting and possibly accepting bribes in municipal legislation. Prosecutors, aided by shrewd detectives from New York, foreshadow more arrests as scrutiny tightens on bribery linked to electric, telephone, and paving contracts.
The Kentucky gubernatorial contest ruling prompts calls for unity and respect for the ballot. It contends William Sylvester Taylor was fraudulently deprived of office, while criticizing the court for not affirming the people’s will and condemning alleged fraud, force, and partisan manipulation.
A partisan appeal denounces the Kentucky legislature's handling of the November 1800 governor vote. It insists General Taylor was elected, condemns the inquiry as unlawful, and urges Republicans to renominate and re elect William Sylvester Taylor governor to restore the state's honor.
The passage highlights a $20 three piece bedroom suite, noting its eye catching design and inviting appeal. Construction and finish invite close inspection, with the conclusion that these suites are superior in every way to any competing offer at the same price.
Finleys offers best all wool French Challies in patterns suited for house gowns with an Extra Choice line of Latin Stripe Challies in plain grounds polka dots and fancies. Special price.
The catalog advertises a large assortment of shirt waists in top materials. It notes strong sales in recent weeks, suggesting correct styles and fair prices. Shoppers are invited to view the collection.
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