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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1900
Page
5
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A historical notice from Boranton dated October 1 1900 outlines Republican nominations for national and local offices. It lists candidates for President and Vice President William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt and state official contenders including Auditor General E B Tardenbergil Sheriff George M Watson Treasurer A Scranton and more. It also reports a Bryan quote from a Knoxville speech delivered September 16 1896 warning against the gold standard.
Five weeks from election, Republicans rally for aggressive campaign as a coal mine strike dominates public attention. The county committee seeks volunteers to promote a united local ticket reflecting diverse interests and primaries results, praising Mark Hanna for aiding regional relief.
The Tribune concludes its Educational Contest with congratulations to winners and gratitude to Northeastern Pennsylvania friends. Rodrigues led from the start, proving a lesson in perseverance, while others faced late starts, limited fields, or illness and still showed persistent effort. Rosa Croker warns young men about trusts as a cautionary note.
A commentator favors McKinley’s re-election as vital for prosperity and warns that Bryan’s victory would harm business, labor, and the nation’s standing. He cites Andrew D. White, ambassador to Germany, and appeals to Americans of German descent amid calls for Braynalam support.
The piece argues that German birth citizens back Republican principles, restraint on war powers, and a stable currency. It cites Civil War loyalties, opposition to Greenbackers and free silver, and praises McKinley and his advisers while contrasting Bryan’s economic views. Dr. Milburn endorses McKinley as prudent amid global currents.
The United Mine Workers should be officially recognized in grievances adjustment or act as advisor on miners issues. An immediate wage increase with arbitration on other points could quickly resume mine activity and restore public prosperity, ending costly strike effects and yielding broader benefits for all involved. Carlisle named president of anti-Bryan lawyers' club. Olney’s somersault causes no stampede.
A detailed account from a missionary observer describes the siege of Pekin including defense of walls, fortifications, and relief hopes. It records battles, casualties, and hardships, with notes on mills, food shortages, and debris from the fighting, along with glimpses of international reactions and relief rumors.
Courtenay H. L. Fenn reports concerns that powers may fail to resolve China’s partition, potentially placing the nation under Russian control and jeopardizing the revival of ongoing work. He notes belief partition is likely the best settlement, though uncertainty remains in the hands of the authorities. Cannon fire and machine-gun rounds began yesterday at 2 o'clock, with our soldiers engaging in the afternoon.
From the New York Sun the piece criticizes Richard Croker for abandoning his reticent persona to blast into campaigning rhetoric alongside Bryan. It questions his motives and warns that his sudden boldness may undermine his reputation as a prudent, sensible leader.
Mme Richter presented her father Meyerbeer’s piano to Berlin’s Royal Museum. Prince of Wales and King of Italy show facial-twitching nerves. Ex Governor Altgeld faces political peril. physicians warn his voice may fail after more speaking. Mrs Davia imports a fierce English bulldog. Alfred Belt rumored richest man, £200 million fortune built in 25 years. Adolph Hatzfeld finishes long French dictionary after 30 years. John Morley reads constantly, echoing Macaulay’s habit. Stuever plans to avoid estate litigation, gave away most wealth. Queen Wilhelmina praised as colonel by Kaiser. royal women hold titular posts. Max O’Rell recovering from illness but not fully himself. Hang Von Bulow faced by a fanning lady causing timekeeping disruption.
Finley’s announces an exclusive new line of Petticoats including a French Pattern Skirt in pure Jersey Silk with a silk glove feel and two plaited flounces in Taffeta. The collection features black and color styles, mer cerized varieties, and Moreen options, marketed as fashion-forward for the season.
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