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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1900
Page
7
A 1990 Branton item indicates derision at the ways and menu committee for recommending removal of stamp war charges on checks telegraph and express receipts. The proposed fixes are deemed vexatious and no longer necessary and should be promptly repealed.
The piece argues Scranton should switch from long term credit to cash payments to avoid the high cost of late bills. It notes contractors fear waiting for pay, adds about a third added to city costs, and calls for a bond ordinance and strict future appropriations to implement a cash system. It also mentions public opinion shaping reform and a speculative note on Kruger addressing Queen Victoria to sway Britain.
The Associated Press reorganized under New York law reports a strengthened 12 member board including Frank B. Noyes, Victor F. Lawson, Harvey W. Beatt, M. H. W. De Young, and others. The lineup spans East, West, South and maintains journalistic integrity while pledging active work to advance the AP news service with support from 612 newspapers. General Fitzhugh Lee declines to predict Cuban independence outcomes amid pending caucus results.
A fragment mentions Robert RB Hitt as an example of a man with first close qualities and experience, quoted in a historical newspaper passage. The line notes his character and capabilities in a brief descriptive style.
A published interview with Maryland Senator Wellington revisits a political personal crisis from the recent campaign. The piece questions why Wellington's opinions would hold any news interest.
A letter discusses how apportionment of Congress uses population as the basis, noting that if states restrict voting rights such as denying suffrage to women, representation may be reduced. It explains the constitutional rules from the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments and asserts that reapportionment occurs every ten years, potentially lowering total seats if disenfranchisement persists.
A concise remark asserts that addressing China with justice would be simple for European powers, and its ease is surprising that none have attempted it.
Editorial argues the United States pays foreign ship owners billions yearly and should subsidize American ships to build and operate cargo vessels. It cites protectionist logic, noting the nation is a leading manufacturer with vast coastlines yet ships much of its commerce abroad. The piece urges immediate action.
The piece notes hysteria in Paris not harming parents, while Chairman Jones still respects Mr. Bryan yet distrusts Democratic forecasts. Chicago ministers denounce crime, and post election entertainment loses steam as Mark Hanna loses appeal. Weather favors the good funds movement.
Astrolabe cast for Saturday Nov 24 warns a child born that day will find conduct fixes value except wages. Luck without energy and enterprise brings limited financial benefit. Wisdom sometimes grows from folly and people may enter politics or lead choirs. Avoid harming neighbors or inviting deceit.
A weekly note on Paris L Assistance Publique describes centralized relief under the Seine prefect and minister of the interior. The board dispenses about 3 million francs yearly, guides 20 members, and minimizes administration costs while avoiding agency overlap. Night refuges operate as hotels for workers, with no charges and no pauper taint, plus sanitation, clothing, and work programs. but Paris trails on urban drainage and some public conveniences, though overall the system is praised for efficiency.
Paris boasts the world’s largest trunk sewers, three main channels nineteen feet eight inches wide and twelve feet deep. The subway-like network is electrified with tram lines, footpaths, and intricate pipe markings, while meticulous cleaning and modern tools reduce deposits. Future improvements are planned to enhance the entire system next year.
In this Carbondale note editorials discuss President Pritchett's population forecasts for 1910 1970 1950 and 2000 derived from century of census data. The writer notes arithmetic errors in claiming 11 000 persons per square mile by 2000 and warns that unknown causes could alter growth, ending with Carbondale date.
Small ads announce cleaning house to aid travelers and those seeking or offering property deals or work. Rates: one cent per word. five cents per word for fixed advertisements. situations wanted listed free. new insertions free.
Classified rental and sale notices from Scranton area include flats on Adams Avenue and Mulberry Street, stores and offices, boiler and heating details, and listings for tenants and landlords. Also includes help wanted ads and merchandise notices from local businesses and recruiters.
Advertisements by M. Holgate and W. T. Hackett promote a wide range of properties in Scranton and nearby areas. Listings include 5 to 12 room houses, new builds, steam heated homes, large lots, business properties, and rental opportunities on Green Ridge Penn Avenue Lackawanna Avenue Madison Avenue Adams Olive streets and other avenues.
The article reports 16 745 062 students in US schools and colleges with 415 000 teachers including 28 607 women. It notes 204 527 schoolhouses valued at 12 60 256 with per capita spending of 2 07 and 1 20 per child and teacher salaries of 54.0 a month for men and 37 14 a month for women.
From the Pittsburg Dispatch comes news that Beranton has joined the dome class with Pittsburg, signaling a notable move in local sports or school athletics.
A fragment from a Tribune poem laments divergent fates in love and distance. The speaker asks why two held apart by circumstance cannot bridge the gap and share closeness. The verses reflect longing, resigned friendship, and the ache of unrequited affection as distant ships pass.
A local dealer announces a large assortment of miniature calendars for the coming year used for fancy work and designs. With stock in this line always limited, buyers are urged to purchase now to secure desired items.
A cordial invitation is extended to all to call and see Mercereau and Connell at their premises.
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