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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1900
Page
4
The notice, from the New York office, states the agent for foreign advertising and that entries are filed for postal transmission. It mentions editorial revision of all contributions and prints short items from readers, with content subject to acceptance.
The article lists local party nominations for Scranton including President McKinley Roosevelt at national level and Galusha Grow for Congress along with district candidates for auditor general clerk of courts and other offices. It also quotes William Jennings Bryan from a 1896 Knoxville speech about the gold standard.
The piece chronicles an internal Democratic rift with ex supporters of Bryan wavering on backing him again. It argues that foes aim to derail him with fears of imperialism and military law while plotting to reclaim influence for 1904. The column predicts Bryan’s defeat would empower his critics and notes education reform resumes in Scranton.
The piece critiques Democratic claims about Kansas voting trends, citing inflated optimistic forecasts from era speakers. It presents Agricultural value figures showing growth in livestock and farm products from 1906 to 1899 and notes impending 1900 statistics.
In the summer of 1891 bank deposits rose sharply from 9 199.49 to 55 478 151, mortgages in ten counties show 2 000 000 less released than recorded, releases totaling 60 000, state bonded debt fell from 26 000 000 to 24 000 000, and Kansas wheat output neared 100 000 000 bushels potentially earning farmers about 40 000 000. The piece notes McKinley’s stance on expansion and mentions Brgan’s year in Kansas.
A letter from Wreakdown McKinter urges Democratic Populist and Silver Republican nominees to push the 16 to 1 silver coinage immediately. It argues parties in Kansas City and Chicago platforms threaten financial stability and warn the public against Bryan opposition. Admiral Watson reports the Philippine war is over and Filipinos have largely lost faith in Bryan.
Manila observers describe Pedro Paterno's amnesty celebration as premature and unpopular. Taft and MacArthur blocked planned speeches endorsing Filipino independence under American protection. The banquet ended with no speeches, amid alarms, double guards, and military oversight, leaving Paterno distrusted by both American authorities and Filipinos.
A speaker pleads for Americans to learn the real Philippine situation. He argues imperialist actions and anti imperialist views mislead the public and pressure from America fuels ongoing fighting. He believes accurate on the ground facts would alter opinions and deter further bloodshed.
A statement by T. C. Platt warns that many proposals to cover administration aims will be new and untried, raising questions of international interest. He notes these public policies sit alongside pressing domestic priorities and potential risks.
A fragmented 19th century style notice compares crop and product values across years, showing how many bushels or pounds were needed to purchase tools, cloth, or supplies. It pairs current quantities with earlier years to illustrate changes in purchasing power and prices for wool, corn, oats, wheat, and related goods.
Fragmented quotation notes that some build grand plans while others struggle with small plots and constant weeds, attributed to Puck. The line contrasts lofty ambition with ordinary labor and persistence in life’s garden.
The Scranton Tribune announces ten scholarships with full tuition and board for the top contestants based on points. The two leading scholars receive four and three years of board and tuition. Each successful entrant earning subscribers gains ten percent of all subscription money won. Address inquiries to Editor of the Educational Contest Scranton Tribune Scranton Pa.
Readable fragments describe exhibition items Tule-Phete Oyele Poca and Lady's Solid Gold Watch at local retailers Grifin Art company 20 Wyoming avenue and Eugene Schienp 417 Lacka WANNA AVENUE. The contest awards top points with rewards and chores for second place. Subscriptions must be prepaid. new subscribers only counted. credits and transfers restricted. office held at local address.
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