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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1902
Page
4
The Tribune welcomes letters on current topics but requires real names and editorial revision. The notice notes a charge for cards of thanks and condolence resolutions and mentions Scranton, Pa, dated September 10.
State Governor W Pennypacker and Lt Governor W M Brown listed with executive officers and inspectors. Election day set for Nov 4. The text notes "'The boycott' is like mob violence, more dangerous to bystanders than to those targeted."
The piece notes Senator Platt's reluctance to back Roosevelt amid a potential convention endorsement fight. Roosevelt’s allies have faced opposition from Black era figures like Lou Payne, and the story suggests Platt aims to spare the president humiliation while Roosevelt has historically withstood early plots against him. Observers wonder if this is credible.
National Bureau of Education figures show the United States average cost per enrolled pupil at 13.77 dollars with wide regional differences. Pennsylvania spends 18.01 while states like New York and California exceed 20 and reach near 28 dollars in some cities. Scranton's per pupil cost rises to 33.74 versus Springfield 42.75, and city totals in major urban centers emphasize urban education spending gaps.
The piece argues that costs in Pittsburgh Philadelphia Harrisburg and Wilkes Barre reflect growth and plant expansion. It urges taxpayers to seek value in education and public works, supports city purchase of Elmhurst Boulevard rights and a steel bridge to end park tolls, noting a $17,000 price is reasonable given community benefits and Nay Aug park origin.
The president commends organized labor for fair dealing and individual initiative. He cautions that union label alone does not guarantee virtue or immunity from law, and stresses that strong unions aid members while preserving personal responsibility. The piece notes unions conservative in finances and supportive of dependents, with limited use of strikes and a nod to Carnegie’s city roots.
The proposed bond ordinance outlines a 202200 issue plus 108300 extra to fund parks, fire headquarters, bridges, and street openings. Items include 25000 for parks, 40000 for fire HQ, 22000 for Phoenix Chemical building, 18000 for Century building, plus multiple street and bridge works. With additional judgments and refinements, total bonds may exceed 300000, aiming for about 400000 after adjustments and refunding plans.
A Tribune note urges advertisers to abandon stale clichés and speak rationally about products. It argues for concrete reasons, clear benefits, and sincere enthusiasm to attract readers, urging furniture makers and builders to explain why their offerings are superior and invite families to buy.
The Philadelphia Ledger notes that violence in the anthracite region is irregular and may signal fatigue rather than strength. It urges strikers toward conciliation and returning to work, arguing operators have extended a reasonable offer.
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