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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1899
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune outlines its policy that letters to the editor must be signed with the writer’s real name for publication. The notice clarifies printing availability and the newspaper’s commitment to reader correspondence.
On October 17 1800 state Justice J H Brown of Lancaster and Superior Court judge Josiah Adams of Philadelphia were named in the commission along with state treasurer and local officers for Scranton area. Election day set for November 7 with described breeze during yacht race adding local color to the proceedings.
The Columbia crew secured a decisive victory over the British challenger amid calm seas. The writer praises Sir Thomas for his sportsmanship and notes Columbia as the gem of the ocean while suggesting a possible rematch if the series continues.
The article scrutinizes Admiral Schley and his command during the blockade, citing official records that label him disobedient and untrustworthy. It recounts the Hodgson episode, Schley's pressure on Modgaan, and claims of deception. It contrasts Schley with Sampson and argues for careful study of government records before forming judgments.
The article denounces Schley and allies blocking promotions for North Atlantic officers including Clark Evans Phillip Tayor and Wainwright. It cites alleged influence and cries foul at presidential backing of Schley. It also notes Filipino police thwarting another Manila uprising bid.
Scranton board of trade discusses using Congress to back a navy fuel shift to anthracite and explores cheap power via J Gardner Sanderson culm gas and gas engine. Also reports on Navy issues, bureau influence, and local industrial schemes in Scranton and surrounding region.
The piece notes parties wavering on Boer War opinions with Lord Roseberry urging restraint. It mentions street editions claiming war intelligence, a $100,000 death by suicide in Indiana, and a forecast of wireless telegraphy shaping news. Bourke Cochran pushes Boer lines, Boston honors Dewey, Columbia leads yacht racing while baseball faces calm seas.
A reader from Beranton, Fred CC, writes praising Aiminmd Behly for his heroism shown at San Hig. He commends the public’s appreciation and asks for more evidence supporting fairness and justice, referencing editorial jibes from The Tribune and New York Sun.
Scranton board of trade endorses Delaware Lackawanna and Western Railroad action creating an Industries Commission to promote industrial growth along the line. Secretary Atherton reports on the International Commercial Congress with 7,60 delegates, urging local manufacturers to engage with foreign buyers in Philadelphia over the next four weeks. Loomis elected to Ship, Millar resigns. a nuisance abatement on North Main avenue and paving curlings is approved. L K Torbel to discuss tin plate proposal with the committee.
The Scranton Board of Trade manufacturers committee will meet tomorrow at 4 PM in the board rooms. They will discuss the proposed new tin plate industry with L. K. Torbet of Chicago who has agreed to explain matters not yet clear.
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