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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1897
Page
5
Fragmentary 1897 page notes Scranton and Philadelphia organizing Citizens' Union networks. The garbled text hints at civic groups forming to push reform and civic participation with evident optimism for broader union activity.
The Chicago Times Herald questions McKinley’s Cuba autonomy scheme, arguing Spain’s concession may not satisfy insurgents or Congress. The piece foresees risks from Tammany influence and U.S. appetite for a costly, uncertain solution amid broader political tensions.
The article argues beet sugar is viable and profitable for farmers, detailing California factory yields, prices, and wide-scale production. It notes an 89% weekend yield improvement, with one acre returning about 250 per acre from refined sugar and beets. It predicts a global shift as beet sugar consumes large acreage and supports California growers with substantial daily payouts.
A New York Sun correspondent describes Roskin, a Bellamy inspired co operative community. The colony uses common capital, equal labor value, and a certificate-based exchange system with no money. It supports housing, food, and basics through labor credits, has a mill and factory plans, and discourages religious worship amid a largely lay cadre.
A New York Sun account laments Spain’s colonial rule in the Americas, detailing harsh policies toward New Spain, exploitation of resources, and rigid caste structure, arguing that misrule led to Cuba liberty struggles and the collapse of a vast empire. The piece notes annual treasure fleets and abundant silver mint output fueling Spain’s wealth and arrogance.
The essay traces the rise of Mexican independence by 1821 and the gradual collapse of Spanish power in the Americas. It notes the 19th century revolts across Chile Argentina Paraguay Uruguay Ecuador New Granada and Puerto Rico and condemns Spanish policy from Pighro to Weyler as driving these colonies to self rule, ending in the loss of most possessions.
This week brings quotes on cotton blankets across several sizes and brands. Columbia blankets 14 4, Silver Queen 11 4, Glorigna 0 8e 1 4 Arcadia 41 05, with various model numbers and unclear details.
Originators and promoters of the Friday Afternoon Bargain Sales claim leadership in the valley. They announce no special occasion merchandise but reliable goods offered at bargain prices with exact stock counts displayed to show buyers what is available, no article held back for late customers.
Cur line of California and Elder presents complete robes and wrappers including reversible blankets with brocaded patterns for ladies wrappers gentlemen bath robes and smoking jackets offering a full range of home wear.
The ad lists full size Comfortables with both sides fancy at 98e and prices 1.50 2.25 2.75 3.25. French Latino Down Quilts at 3.98 with a weekly special. Also a selection line of Silk Comfortables available.
A regular 113 piece Haviland China dinner set is advertised in five decorations for 27.50 dollars. The offer invites shoppers to select one for their Thanksgiving dinner as a bargain.
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