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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1897
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune discusses the gubernatorial issue and notes Hon. Charles B. Rice, judge of the Superior Court, would adorn the chief magistracy if nominated. The paper records belief he would accept and serve with honesty and dignity.
The piece extols America as a land of unmatched opportunity where individuals can rise by effort, condemns perceived social inequities as political manipulation, and urges gratitude and restraint in facing domestic strife while celebrating national blessings and moral resolve.
The Washington Post references Robert A. Matiton in connection with a former governor and a candidate hoping to become Pennsylvania's next governor.
The Money review compares 1900 and 1896 results, noting McKinley’s gains and Bryan’s waning across states. It highlights New York City and state trends, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Nebraska, and New Jersey, with Democrats firming behind Bryan while Republicans split. It forecasts a larger Democratic delegation in New York.
The article argues that Democratic party unity around free silver remains a political weapon, predicting the plank will endure whether or not Democrats win the presidency. It contends that money policy distracts voters while free silver literature persists, and notes export gains under the Dingley tariff challenge free trade claims.
The piece argues that a formal declaration recognizing Cuban independence would end Spanish coercion and support Cuban insurgents. It contends temporary delay is acceptable to test Spain and warns that failure would discredit Spain and force broader U.S. recognition of Cuban belligerency and independence. It defends General Gomes against corruption rumors.
A letter to the Philadelphia Presse compares Princeton’s lax student drinking to European university excess. The writer argues that banning the inn risks broader vice, as higher education should fortify students against temptations rather than rely on prohibition. He says virtue is more than a negative shield.
The piece laments parental ignorance and temperance apathy while weighing European trade tensions and U S responses. It cites Governor Pingree, Cuba relief funds, Weyler, Croker, Murphy, and Spanish actions as examples of broader political maneuvering and instability.
A quirky forecast notes a chill day and playful references to fire departments and election context. It blends odd imagery about snowbike, leadan skins, and Thanksgiving sauces with a wink at advertising in Sunday papers.
Rochester Demoecrat and Chronicles notes arguments about protecting Niagara Falls from industrial diversion. It laments diverting water would destroy the falls and warns against sidelining the aesthetic value in favor of limitless power.
Andrew J. Green is appointed by the New York state reservation commissioners to oversee a plan preserving Niagara Falls from damming and commercial exploitation. The piece urges a modus vivendi balancing aesthetic and utilitarian values, arguing a joint government effort can maintain the falls.
A fable of a poor man who spoke of dividing goods evenly so none are weak or strong, lofty or low. He becomes wealthy and then relinquishes the plan, ending his speech with silence as he walks away from his own ideal. Cleveland Lender.
Finleys advertises low prices this week for blankets including 14-4 Columbia at 19 cents per yard, 1-4 Silver Queen, 11-4 Gloriana, and Arcadia blankets priced at 1.35. The formatting of the ad is irregular but conveys multiple blanket types and their sale figures.
Fragmentary ad notes blankets in colors red blue pink lemon with prices and references to Kingston Welland and Erie. Entries show unclear quantities and item names like Welland Blanket and Welland Planketa with distorted pricing.
A sale listing highlights ladies seal skin plush capes silk lined trimmed with Thibet fur on the second floor. Window shades priced from 27 to 37 cents, downaline cushions, Smyrna mats, and muslin night gowns with embroidery and generous length offered at discounts compared with usual prices.
Listing of assorted blankets with colors and sizes including Tioga Oakl and Norwood Nuska and Gold Medal lines. Describes Robe and Wrapper blankets reversible with brocaded patterns for ladies wrappers and gentlemen bath robes and smoking jackets.
Store advertises gents laundered percale shirts at 25c on main floor. Regular 49c items promoted plus 25 pieces dark dress novelties 45 inches wide.
Full size Comfortables available on both sides with prices from $1.50 to $3.25. French Latino Down Quilts offered at $3.98 as a special weekly price. Also a selection of Silk Comfortables in stock.
Music venue announces a short residency by Professor C H R Miller from Springfield Mass. He performs free daily on the second floor from 2 to 5:30 pm with selections from his own compositions. Sheet music sold at half publisher price in the Underwear Department. 25 cents for 50 cent pieces and three titles for 50 cents.
A warning against skimpy clothing purchases notes economical extravagance can lead to higher expenses later. The admonition suggests weighing value and durability to avoid costly replacements.
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