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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1900
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune, published daily except Sunday by The Trib tone Establishing Company, lists a monthly rate and describes mail matter details. It notes entry at the Scranton post office and mentions editorial provisions for contributions and purification of content.
The piece lists national and state figures including President William McKinley and Vice President Theodore Roosevelt, with congressmen, auditors, district attorneys, clerks, and legislators named. It honors A. B. Johnson for donating 10,000 dollars to a working fund that supported the community’s new home construction project.
A reflective piece argues Labor Day should honor all workers and promote harmony between labor and capital. It notes mutual misunderstandings between miners and operators and urges judging individuals by merit, not class, highlighting open paths to advancement and the value of dignity in work.
The Pennsylvania delegation on the platform committee veered away from free silver, adopting Pattison's resolution and dodging explicit support. The state party appears to abandon its earlier silver stance, using political maneuvering to attract votes rather than convictions, a shift likened to an opera house performance.
The Tribune urges formation of a Taxpayers association in Scranton as the city nears second class status. It argues for honest, experienced leadership to combat careless governance, waste, and corruption while promoting system and economy in municipal business.
The piece notes Vermont voters head to the polls with a safely Republican tilt. Past gubernatorial margins and national results provide context for possible defections or continued strength, while local notes mention a bass length fine and a veteran soldier poetically referenced in a reflection on Bryan.
The Chinese minister in London favors Bryan's election, implying that with Sirvan presiding, foreigner killings in China would face no strong opposition. The remark links diplomatic support to policy outcomes amid controversy.
A careful probe into school board methods is anticipated in this town though it may not arrive immediately. When it does arrive it should be thorough and exhaustive, aiming to address concerns with clear focus and accountability.
A detailed summary of the St. Petersburg note to the United States and allied powers on the China issue. The response asserts no power concedes agreement with Russian policy, supports withdrawal of forces from Pekin, and weighs Britain France Japan and Germany. It weighs preserving China's territorial integrity and avoiding dismemberment while comparing past interventions and the approach of predatory dynasties.
From the Philadelphia Inquirer the piece argues mounting anxiety over a threatened strike in the anthracite region. It warns of widespread economic harm, patient suffering, and long term community collapse if a lockout occurs, urging moderation and a workable compromise between operators and workers.
A Wesleyan professor’s report argues the poor man’s table yields more nutrition per dollar than costly dishes. The dispatch says affluent menus waste three times as much food as is eaten and calls for economical, simple meals to improve public health and strength.
The text discusses the empress dowager acting as regent amid the Boxer uprising, with the allied powers delaying occupation of the Forbidden City to preserve imperial prestige. It notes the 1808 rivoript delegation and calls for withdrawal of U.S. and Russian troops from Beijing as part of a promised Chinese settlement.
A Rochester Post Express summary discusses U S policy toward the Philippine insurgents. It cites Gen Otin Lawton and Lt Plyan noting American aid and party politics shaping insurrection outcomes. The piece argues Mr Drywn, Democratic presidential candidate, allies with Aguinaldo and urges independence while U S forces fight.
In a period of tense debate the speaker asserts confidence in the American people to solve problems, defend the country, and uphold the flag. He rejects surrender to disorder and condemns political leaders who advocate weakness.
The Borer met the forelan man and was mugged as the Boxer’s on the run. The glabber apiffed the inglispan in a tense Chicago Times Herald moment.
The Scranton Tribune announces an Educational Contest to boost circulation with ten scholarships covering full tuition and board for top students. It also offers ten percent of subscription revenue to entrants who recruit subscribers, and invites inquiries to the Editor of the Educational Contest in Scranton Pa.
A catalog of prizes and scholarships announces numerous awards for students. The list includes a four year Ng Sot Berni nary scholarship, a one year Keystone Academy scholarship, various music and business courses at institutions like Scranton Business College and Abe Conservatory of Music, and several exhibition pieces on Washington avenue and Locka wanna avenue. Contestants who fail to win a special reward receive ten percent of their total submissions.
The contest awards subscriptions as prizes with points from new subscribers. Highest point getter chooses from special rewards, second highest from planning rewards, and each participant failing to win a reward gets 10 percent of funds submitted. Subscriptions must be prepaid and renewals don’t count. All entries due by Sunday at 9 pm September 26.
A Luzerne County Justice of the Peace recalls four Civil War years including a southern prison stay that left his stomach and bowels deranged. After trying Ripans Tabules, he can eat hearty meals again and values them at many times their cost.
An advertisement touts Finley’s new fall cheviots and camel hair fabrics including Pebble Cheviots Vieunas Whipcards Armures and broadcloths Venetians Plaid and Stripe Back Cheviots in black and color. Prices are said to be correct.
A new cloth is introduced that is thoroughly shrunk and spot free for hard wear in colors including Silver Oxford Grey Brown Blue. New Guaranteed Black Taffeta ranges from 16 to 27 inches wide at lower prices to start the season.
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