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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1900
Page
7
The Scranton Tribune is published daily except Sunday by The Tribune Publishing Company at six cents a month, with mail matter details noted for Scranton, Ta.
The item lists Republican nominations for vice president and state offices in Pennsylvania and notes a meeting at Cooper under a tense reference to antiarchy fears, comparing to Chicago events. The text preserves several named officials and positions while describing a charged atmosphere.
The conference debates set term limits for pastors, arguing for five year postings or longer if justified. They contend removal of limits could align Methodism with contemporary wealth and luxury trends while preserving moral courage and spiritual independence.
The Kentucky governor Beckham sought extradition of Charles Finley from Indiana for involvement in the Goebel assassination. Indiana Governor Mount refused to honor the requisition, citing discretionary power and lack of reasonable presumption of a fair trial. The dispute drew sharp criticism over legal rights and state authority.
Discussion of the discretionary power of state governors in extradition matters, citing New York Georgia and Indiana cases. It notes the independence of the threegovernment branches and cites Porter and Kidder extradition actions, plus political corruption in Kentucky and Mounts’ stance against sending Finley to trial amid perceived injustices.
Brigadier General Theinwere Schwan’s report cites persistent brigandage in the Philippine Islands, with insurgent bands and robberies tied to lingering resistance. It divides Filipinos into an educated property-owning minority and a large uneducated working class, noting that peace advocates favor American rule for its perceived firmness and justice.
General Schwan argues insurgent strength fades as central points are garrisoned and towns gain self governance. He notes guerrilla bands rely on fear and that trust between troops and natives will grow with education, local taxation, and lasting U S presence.
An astrology column notes May 24 forecasts about political missteps and voter registration, with whimsical judgments on poets and in laws. It hints that many candidates may regret not registering and mocks officials, ending with light aphorisms.
A long financial despatch notes U S exports to Germany for the nine months ending in March show a higher cash total than to any other country, with a net gain despite agitation at the time. It details increases in cotton and other commodities, declines in wheat and certain staples, and highlights a large overall export figure and country-by-country table.
A British rifleman lies dead after Spion Kop battle as a Boer attempts retreat under fire. The dead man is identified as Lieutenant Forbes, a state entomologist of Tennets, whom a professor cites as stating that aid was lacking.
The ad touts a $20 three piece bedroom suite and argues the set draws attention with eye catching design and finish. It claims the construction and finish outperform other offerings and that buyers will find these superior to anything previously offered.
Finley presents Challies and shirt waist fabrics in all wool French patterns suited for house gowns. Special price offered with extra choice Latin Stripe Challies in plain grounds polka dots and fan cies.
In the shop window and catalog the store shows a magnificent assortment of shirt waists in leading materials. Past weeks of strong sales indicate styles and prices meet customer demand. Customers are invited to view the new arrivals and choose from the best options available.
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