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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1899
Page
7
The Scranton Tribune explains its daily publication standard excluding Sundays and notes mail matter classification. It invites letters from readers on current topics but requires real name authorization for publication.
A fragment reports officials clashing over discipline at West Point. It notes threats of lynching in the South and urges credit to Secretary Noot for his role, while listing state officers and a November deadline in an unclear context.
The article argues a steel shortage reflects strong demand for bridges buildings railways ships and housing. It notes rising capital spending, urban growth, and wage gains fueling expansion from farmers to manufacturers. Confidence and foreign demand for American goods underpin ongoing prosperity in Scranton and the Lackawanna valley.
The Commercial Advertiser notes the insular commission appointed by the president to draft a Porto Rico code of laws. The draft aims to avoid a constitution, blending Anglo Saxon common law with statutes and a hybrid of civil and ecclesiastical systems.
The proposed code would supplant or embed existing laws and orders as it reshapes life and property protections. Officials warn the change may bite into racing habits and local justice, while integrating long-standing common law remedies. The piece notes slow adaptation and touches on territorial governance and shifting social expectations.
A proposed Farmers Federation in the Mississippi Valley aims to regulate farm product shipments across states and territories. It contemplates a $20,000,000 capital structure, offices in Topeka Omaha Kansas City St. Louis Chicago and New Orleans, and a bank department to finance ventures with surplus earnings shared with farmers later.
A collage of remarks on Mrs. Langtry in a life based play, rail strikes near Lackawanna, Cleveland dynamite threats, and historical uses of public punishment. It cites Captain Carter and Dreyfus parallels, Santo Domingo politics, and U S figures like D B Hill and Coxey, with wry social commentary on honor and public scapegoats.
A stream of brief notes mentions Min Yong Whow as Korea’s new minister to Washington and Sermtor Beveridge en route home from the Philippines. It also cites Lord Brimsey, Dr. Max Brewer honored for heroism, and various European figures connected to arts, science, and diplomacy.
Daily horoscope from Ajacchus notes a child born in Scranton will wear an autumnal mile and a post man’s surge. War clouds soften yet streetcar woes ease for peace supporters. The meek inherit earth while greedier buyers hold mortgages. Courts loom as officials watch ghost walks. Amacchus urges a look at Court House Square this evening.
A satirical column discusses views on love and marriage. It notes that love fades with the soul and jokes about the dynamics between men and women. The piece argues men should have grown wiser about marriage by certain ages.
A Scranton writer from August reflects on perseverance and merit over idle effort. The speaker urges steady work, rivaling leaders who drive progress, citing Dewey and McKinley as examples of labor over leisure in national achievement.
A vintage ad touts the Star Automatic Paper Fastener as self-feeding and improved with lower prices. It also promotes Planitary Pencil Sharpeners on trial in offices for 16 days, along with other office supplies, blank books, and typewriter supplies.
Reynolds Bros Stationers and Engravers announces operations in the Hotel Jermyn Building. The notice highlights their engraving services and stationery offerings for local customers.
Weather is hot but cooling finds abound at reduced refrigerator prices. Consumers are urged to beat the heat with affordable cooling options, while critics note many sellers still charge higher prices for similar quality.
A Houston and Texas Central engineer says Ripans Tabules are indispensable for stomach disturbances. He notes the druggist can usually obtain them, but sometimes customers must order directly from the manufacturers.
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