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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1899
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune announces publication details including price and office locations and invites signed letters from readers on current topics. The notice explains space permitting letters must be signed with the writer’s real name for publication.
Republican nominations listed for State Justice of the Supreme Court J H Drown of Lancaster Superior Court Jobial Kh Adams of Philadelphia State Treasurer James F Barnett of Washington County County Commissioners John Couvrier Morris of Scranton John Penman of Olyphant Auditor William J Johns and A B A Be Repig r of Scranton Election day noted as approaching and city streets flushed by apparatus observed by morning hours. firemen’s convention thanked for possible improvements.
The piece argues that American governance in the Philippines must continue under guardianship until Filipinos gain intelligent consent and stable institutions. It likens rebellion to earlier U S conflicts, stresses the need for patience, and warns against premature independence while praising orderly imperial tutelage.
Sir Thomas Lipton, a leading favorite, congratulates the event’s officials for a fair and clear contest. He notes the Briamrock and Columbia were well handled, and he values the overall gentlemanly conduct and sportmanship of the race.
A speech praises the New York Yacht Club and excursion boat handlers for orderly sailing at Bondy Hook. A candidate's vow to not pay for free drinks during campaigning is described as a public decency saving of about 100 to 1000 dollars per candidate, with a call for similar pledges elsewhere.
The piece argues for respectful political debate toward William Jennings Bryan while condemning personal attacks. It notes progress since earlier scorched tactics, predicts a 1900 style contest focused on ideas. It also reports France shifting army promotions from generals to the minister of war, strengthening civil power over military. It ends recalling the Cox and Columbia boat debate sentiment.
The report highlights Congressman William Connell of Lackawanna as a prominent figure in Pennsylvania politics. A former coal miner turned clerk and superintendent, he later controlled major natural resources and influenced Beranton's business and media, including the Beranton Tribune. Connell is portrayed as aggressive public spirited and influential in northeastern Pennsylvania institutions.
The Tribune astrologer offers a whimsical horoscope for Thursday October 1st noting a child may wear a large wide awake hat and remarks on prosperity, motive power, and temptation. A nautical image follows with two white winged vessels, Shamrock and Columbia, under dawn wind and a skipper’s reaction to luck and fate.
The twenty ninth annual Philadelphia Branch of the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society opened at Him Park church with Mrs Cyrus D Foss presiding. Delegates heard reports from conferences, welcomed by Presiding Elder Austin Griffin, and heard appeals on deficits and missionary work in India Japan Central China and Mexico. A sizable reception and afternoon sessions highlighted committee reports and introductions of missionaries with Mrs J L Darlington and Mrs Amos Wakelin prominent. Evening program featured Miss Isabel Thoburn on India's work and a large audience in attendance.
Dr Edward Lloyd long known in the area was found dead on the steps of his Tamaqua office early Tuesday morning after years of medical practice. Formerly of the city he ran a drug store in Olyphant before retiring there and opening a West Scranton office. He leaves a wife and two sons Dr W E Lloyd of Moscow and another physician son, plus a daughter who teaches in Olyphant schools.
A Chicago Newn satire lingers on playground slang about room for one more person, highlighting a playful jab at platform size and humor in public discourse. The fragment hints at social commentary without clear names or dates.
A concise look at how designers choose from a fine line of repeating patterns. It outlines balance, contrast, and scale considerations guiding pattern selection in fabrics.
Blanket buyers are urged to shop Finleys where all wool blankets in white and colors will be sold cheaper than this season elsewhere. Sizes 10 4 and 11 4 available for this sale only.
The advertisement promotes California blankets in various sizes and styles. It highlights cradle and crib blankets, single bed and extra large options, plus fancy blankets for smoking jackets and bath robes. A silk covered down quilt line is featured for the sale. Prices noted include $3.50 per pair and a $1.25 special for certain blanket sets.
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