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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1900
Page
5
The Scranton Tribune prints readers letters and notes from friends on current topics. Contributors must sign their pieces and accept editorial revision as a condition of publication. The paper acts as the advertising agent for notices and requests submissions from writers.
The notice from Scilanton dated September 20 1900 lists Republican nominees for national state and county posts including Roosevelt ticket supporters and local district candidates. It includes quotes from William Jennings Bryan on gold standard policy delivered in Knoxville in 1896.
The piece analyzes two mine operator classes facing railroads and carriers, arguing for reform of rail freight charges and higher anthracite prices. It notes the need for public understanding of operator aims, and mentions Governor Stoge and political references to Bryan and the Wilson bill.
The piece argues that the press exaggerated unrest among local miners and caused job losses exceeding two million workers. It asserts the miners are peaceful and law abiding, urging focus on civic welfare over sensational headlines that harm the community’s good name.
President McKinley’s call defends maintaining US sovereignty in the Philippines against a minority rule. It rebukes opponents for seeking a large overseas military to impose order and praises soldiers Lawton, Wood, Chaffee, and others for bravery. The piece argues against imperial retreat and notes economic gains after crisis. It challenges Bryan and Democratic critics over imperialism and Filipinos’ independence.
A Chicago speech attributed to Mr. Bryan questions the idea that 100000 soldiers could change a government, arguing such figures exaggerate military danger and noting American institutions resist militarization. The piece contrasts regulars in the Philippines with the home army and critiques the Kansas City platform shifts.
William and Curtis describe Scranton as a highly attractive and wealthy city in the United States. They note its shaded streets, ornate homes, strong public libraries, and significant institutions including a large Methodist church seating 2600. Despite prosperity, they warn of looming hardship for the poor and austerity for the well-to-do amid an impending winter.
A string of McKinley era quotes extols open treaty ratification and U S sovereignty while urging free enterprise and strong national virtue. The collection asserts peaceful international obligations and the enduring role of vigilant citizens in safeguarding the republic.
Secretary Root requests a comprehensive cable report on island condition including peace, education, governance, and revenue. The commission reports two months of inquiry finding limited insurgent support, rising education interest, improved temper toward Americans, and plans for civil government, schools, and railways to foster stability and growth.
The Tribune announces ten scholarships covering full tuition and board for top scorers in its Educational Contest. The two leading scholars receive full tuition and board for four and three years respectively. An extra 10 percent of subscrip tion revenue from entrants will be paid to those who recruit subscribers. Inquiries to Editor of the Educational Contest Scranton Tribune Scranton Pa.
The notice lists various display items including a solid word watch and a jade organ exhibit at Eas cene Schimpif's with other pieces like a tele photo cycle and a camera show at Griffin Art SOMPADY. Renewals by subscribers barred after credit is given and no transfers allowed.
A family discussion reveals that Charlie cannot swallow Ripans Tabules at first but gradually accepts them. Exste notes the child takes a quarter or half tabule, then a whole one now and then, while Carnie admits she cannot swallow them, being the only family member who avoids Ripans Tabules.
Saturdays feature the finest baby garments in years with new mitts bootees and complete baby outfits. A magnificent line of long and short dresses and skirts in fine Dimity Nainsook and Cambric trimmed with lace and embroidery also available at engaging prices.
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