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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1899
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune notes Philadelphia reports that ex Lieutenant Governor Watres has broken with the Republican establishment and aligned with Wanamaker. The paper cannot confirm this at first hand due to Watres' absence and urges readers to withhold judgment until verified.
A letter debates the water rate for large consumers, comparing Scranton with Buffalo and Detroit. It argues Scranton’s water must be gathered in hills and stored in distant reservoirs, making fairness a nuanced issue. The author urges a careful, non demagogic review and asks the Board of Trade to verify and remedy any unjust charges.
The article argues the popular subscription for Admiral Dewey’s gift home was misjudged and urges official funding via Congress. It criticizes Dewey for transferring ownership without donors’ knowledge, notes broad public admiration mixed with restraint, and warns against swelling hero worship and sudden shifts in opinion. It also touches on broader issues of civil-military relations and race in the postwar context.
The piece warns that race integration in shared neighborhoods sparks authority trouble. It predicts heightened tension until election results stabilize, suggesting Kentucky moonshine or vendetta groups may act to meet public demand for upheaval.
Agreement on steps toward a single gold standard and gold redemption of greenbacks. Proposes allowing banks to issue notes up to bond value and enabling 25 000 capital national banks under conditions. Notes need for elastic currency to handle output growth and money transfer needs. Reference to 1894 and per capita circulation and June New York conditions. Mention of Miss Anthony and Laura Jean Libbey.
US seeks written assurances from Great Britain Germany France and Russia that American trade in Chinese ports remains fair. Britain appears openly supportive while Paris and St. Petersburg weigh the move as a presumption. Washington vows equal treatment under treaties and warns that dismemberment would invite intervention. The State Department stance remains firm and assertive.
The speaker urges Admiral Dewey to be guided by American public opinion, noting he will be remembered for Manila greatness rather than by hoodlum critics meddling in his private life. The message compares Batcourt and Ladysmith to unreachable targets by wire, likening them to the original Hobson girl.
C E Chittenden of Scranton critiques current voter registration and election practices. He urges personal registration with tax proof, limits on hotel registrants, and removal of Democratic dominance on boards. He endorses voting machines and ward equalization while stressing education and honesty in the electorate.
This sketch notes the Boer flag resembling Holland flags red white and blue with a green upright stripe near the join and the Orange Free State flag showing a Hollanders tricolor in the corner. It claims the flag is unique for featuring orange in a color.
General Fitzhugh Lee returns from Cuba with a cryptic remark. Thomas A Edison plans to extract ore from New Mexico mines with a new electrical process after buying them for 3000. Bishop McDonnell's Long Island charge expects 4000 members to spend four months in year end prayer.
The annual report by Mrs. M. H. Holfate reviews 303 treated patients, 185 private and 218 indigent, with 186 inpatients and 117 outside applicants. It notes 112 surgeries, 99 treatments, four deaths, and 19 major operations. The move to a new location, the training class expansion, diet kitchen, and staff changes are highlighted along with community support and ongoing fundraising.
A verse quip notes a grammar error about subject agreement in a field scene. It contrasts hurried speech with politeness by suggesting mentioning the cow before the horse to honor ladies, reflecting Life magazine humor about language.
Ornamental floors have long been used in Europe and are presented as a safe, enriching dwelling option. They are cheaper than carpets, laid and finished in the best manner with a fine line of patterns to choose from. Estimates furnished and all work guaranteed.
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