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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1902
Page
4
The Tribune notes a 6 cent per line charge for advertisements such as condolences and thanks in its mature advertising section. Readers seek clarification on pricing and policy.
The article lists State Governor W Pennypacker and Lt Governor W M Brown with others including Isaac B Brown and A A Voshurg. It names county officials, mine inspectors, and district legislators such as Josephie OL West Joan ScLever Jr Edward Tamiss P A Philbin. Election day is in November and the piece notes peace efforts to resolve a conflict.
The piece highlights President Roosevelt’s praise for Secretary Cortelyou and his subordinates at Westfield Massachusetts. It cites admiration for Cortelyou’s loyalty diplomacy and sympathy, and mentions Senator Platt predicting an end to a strike with broad community support.
A mixed editorial argues Professor Monroe misjudges the consular service while praising its strengths and trade growth. It also outlines a proposed state labor arbitration law creating a six to seven member board, fast timelines, state troop backing, and mandatory enforcement to end industrial disputes.
The passage defends the innate resourcefulness and patriotism of citizens, notes misapplied criticism of the American consular service, and urges temperate appraisal of good work while acknowledging shortcomings. It also admonishes motormen and motorists that right of way does not equal permission to kill.
The piece argues against drastic appeals and writs, endorsing no fast state takeover. It warns that state ownership could not guarantee end to strikes and cautions against hurried action amid the anthracite crisis. It notes public opinion drifting toward seizure but urges measured consideration and no political fantasies.
Compiled observations note Republican policies boost growth and rail earnings while wage trends and farm outputs highlight broad economic strength. Reports cite customs gains, steel car orders, and New York London financial center shifts, with railroads posting rising earnings and agricultural value expanding overall.
The Philadelphia Press recounts Theodore Roosevelt’s miraculous near death when a Janda overturned trolley car side, sparing the president and party. Readers see him as a bold American with faults and virtues, deserving public support and judgment based on effort and character.
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