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The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12
THE MODERN MOSES.


Eultur OF The Tribune
SIR Our educational work in Porto Rico is
alone sufficient to justify cur going into the
coming battle, with "Rcpublcanism means En-.
lightcNment" cmbazoned on our banners. What
an object lesson. Spain did not build Il single
school house in Porto Rico in 400 years. Be-
sides the hundreds OF rented buildings, we built
and opened thirty.two wcli.cquipped, graded
school buildings III one year-a few hundred
pupils when we began. and now, January !, 1902,
there 1900. with 934 teachers. Far more
teachers now, than there were pupils when we
began our work. Eight hundred and seventy five
schools in daily opcation besides fine normal
school. What does it mean? 1t means Just what
the common school has mc0n,. and still means
for the United States, the ability to put brains
into ballots, the creation OF good citizens: in
fact, it means that Rcpublicanism always means
the best for each. and each for the best
But that is not all we have done in Porto
Rico. by sanitation, more work and better iooI,
we reduced the death rate, from the ten lead
ing Diseases from isis in 1909, to 7,I2l III
1901. Il reduction OF lo,3o7 in one year.
Still further, we have marvellously increased
the islands exports and imports.
But above all. we have put faith, hope and
courage into the hearts of II million OF peopc,
who before Were crushed beneath four centuries
OF despotism. We have led this people out OF
captivity, Just as Moses led tile Israelies out OF
their four hundred years. bondage in Egypt. In.
stead of being compelled to make bricks with
out straw Tor their opprcssors, we have put,
and we are increasingly putting, the means into
their hands to make place for themselves in
the too shorr list of sefsnpportine, sclfrespcct-
ing peoples. And nohly they are responding to
our efforts.
our task in the Philippines is Of the same
character, but harder and more gigantic, but We
shall carry it out without iaitetng. II is not in
Americans to turn back when once they have put
their hands TO the plough.
We said "Repuhlicani,m means Enlig!tcn.
mcnt." 1t means more, far more. Republican,
ism today stands for protection (in every sense
OF the word), progress and prosperity. 1t stands
not only Tor freedom under the flag. but for the
means 10 earn 50 good living as TO make that
freedom mean relief from carking care financially,
Us we'll as from political oppression.
Republcanisn, that Rcpublicanism for which
Grant fought Lincoln and Mckinley died, and
which Roosevelt battles to preserve.
Walter j. Ballard.
Schenectady, y. v, May 10.
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1t seems to us that it Is u small po-
tato type of politics in the senate which
seeks to hound and harrass the admn-
istration for sending special embassy
to attend the coronation of the King Of
England. To send such embassies is Il
custom of nations. For the United
States to be conspicuous in refusing to
send one could have no other meaning
than as an affront to friendly and
kindred power. and one absolutely with
out provocation, justification OF ex-
cuSe. Now that our country has be-
small potato craftsmanship if we can.
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~ ernment by injunction has
4 N arisen in Washington, and
it's victim is the government
itself. Recently under II liberal in
depreciation of the postal laws, the
post Office department denied The valu-
able privilege OF second mail classfca-
ton to n number of fake periodicals
which are in reality nothing more than
advertising posters, The publishers
District of Columbia and, in equity
proceedings, have Just won from one
of the judges temporary restraining
order directed against the postmaster
general and requiring him not to deny
the privilege aforesaid.
In the reply of the postal department
the issue of no jurisdiction will he raised.
Postmaster General Payne holds that
under the acts of congress the postal
Authorities were within their discretion
in what they did: and that for the
court to interfere would be an as
sumption of legislative power by the
judiciary more obnoxious than the
assumption VI ieSisialiNe power Wnlch
the court alleges had been made by the
executive power when ii construed
literally the postal law relating to Sec
ond class mail.
We do not feel qualified to discuss
this legal technicality; but 1t is obvious
that the defeat OF the post office de-
partment's purpose TO reform notorious
abuses in the second class of mail
would be u misfortune falling in the
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12
NOT A STORY OF CECIL RHODES.

Chici Wilkic, Of the Secret Service told 4
most interesting story to party OF congressman
recently. lie says that he found it in a foreign
edition OF, Mark Twlin's "Innocents Abroad
Many gears ago young Englishnlan was
stranded in Australia, Wandering disrGnsola,ely
along the shore he met 4 man who was fishing
for sharks, the Australian government offering,
by the way, Il bounty upon all sharks killed.
The fisherman engaged the young Englishman 10
help him, promising him halt OF the bounty
earned While the fisherman was away shark
was caught and killed. The Young man cut it
open, found in its stomach copy OF the Lon
don Times, read the paper and departed at once
fer sydney There he secured an audience, after
some difficulty, with Il rich merchant and boldly
proposed to borrow 100000. The merchant
laughed in his face.
''Wil you guarantee to lend me the money il
| can show how it will lead TO iuture.' asked
the wouldbe borrower.
''Nes," The reply.
'Wa has been declared between Germany and
France and the price OF wool in London has ad-
vaneed tremendously. If we can buy up the
whole Australian output, We can make for
tune"
Again the merchant laughed. "'rhe last copy
of the London Times he said, 'says nothing
about any war"
But | have copy OF The London Times"
replied the young man, (which is five days later
than any copy in Australia" and he produced
the paper lie had found in the stomach OF the
shark 1t contained the announcement OF the
decarati ion OF var
The proof was convincing, the wool was pur
chased, and the next mail steamer brought copies
Of the London Times confirming the news. The
wool was sold at an immense profit and the young
Englslman ieit Australia with $l,0OO00O, His
name was Cecil Rhodes.
That's good fish story" was the comment
OF one Of Chief Wilkes listeners
"oh," remarked Wilkie, sit is not mine. When
tell stories do not make them 80 plausible
and commonplace. Washington Post.
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Y VARIOUS requests have come to
The Tribune fer it to make,
in behalf of the community,
strong last apepal to the
miners for petce. After careful retlec-
ton, we do not see our way clear to
comply. This matter of striking in a
finish fight. likely to last for months,
Is n matter that concerns the miners
most. They, therefore, should decide
1t, for and by themselves. The refer
ence of the question to a direct vote
of the different locals gives no room
to doubt that the vote as cast at Hazle-
ton will be Il fair majority expression
Of the will of the mine workers inter-
csted. The will of the majority is a
principle at the root of republican gov
eminent. and we shall bow to it in this
instance.
All that may with propriety be said
IS to voice the hope that the de-
cision to be registered at Hazleton may
reflect the careful and well-thought-out
views of the substantial elements
among the mine workers. The miners
know what their condition today is, as
compared with Il few years ago. They
know what a long strike means in way
of loss, anxiety and suffering in the
home. They know the wakeful nights
and fearful faces that it often means
to the. women and children in the little
home, as well as the general dread and
fear prevalent in the community during
hn tod ,e,,I
the struggle. They are better able than
outsiders to estimate what the chances
of victory are for them in case the
present suspension becomes permanent.
1T is unnecessary for us to tell them
that the operators have apparently in
vited test of strength at this time as
being time for it preferable to any
other, from their point of view. Nor
is it required of us to point out that if
the test comes there will be the potent
power of millions behind the opera tors,
while the miners will have only the
amount of their respective savings to
sustain them and their families against
the evil hours of want.
All these things. we may fairly as
sumo. are fully understood by those
whose ballots today will decide what is
to be the outcome at Hazleton on
"Wednesday. We note, as Significant
that the mine bosses are not now try
ing to avert strike. as they tried in
former years. Evidently they have re-
ceived instructions to place no obstacles
in the way of those who seem inclined
to precipitate the battle when the COM
panies are most willing to have it.
Thus the chances all indicate that the
vote cast today will be a fair VOTE and
one given Understandings. TO an en-
preston of that character, it is the
community's duty 10 submit. If it
means Il strike to the last ditch, there
will be the certainty of peace for years
afterward. If strike shall be averted,
the good judgment and common sense
OF majority OF the mine workers will
be entitled to the credit for averting it
and for saving their own and the COM
munitys prosperity.
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likewise at acts the commission of
which is believed to be a reasonable
expectation in view of what has already
taken place. The only other method OF
procedure open would be criminal
prosecution, requiring Indictment by a
grand jury, jury trial and all the un-
certainties attendant upon the ordi-
nary processes.
This way, the relief of the people If
the government makes out its case,
will be immediate, because the tempor-
AIRY injunction will remain in force
while appeals are pending. 1t is u
convenience when rightly used; and the
present use will commend itself to every
interest except those with whose greed
and unlawful profits 1t threatens to In
terferp,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

The last thing heard of our od-time
Scranton friend, ex-Consul Oscar r..
Williams, was his proposition in the
Independent for an Imperial swap"
between this country and Great Brit
ain, the Philippines to be exchanged for
Newfoundland. the Bermudas and the
British West Indies. We are grieved
to add that this suggested solution of
our Oriental troubles. although set
forth some weeks ago, has not yet elec-
trified the country.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

William Jennings Bryan has caused
the announcement to be made that he
has adopted journalism as his regular
tician only incidentally. Mr.. Bryan Is
about to go to Cuba to report the in
auguration of President Palma for Col
ller's Weekly, and we shall await with
curiosity to see whether he can equal
with his pen the fluency and inaccuracy
of his mouth
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

Announcement is made that City
Superintendent Howell, upon his retire
engage in the practice Of law. In that
undertaking we wish him abundant
~Nlccess. He has splendid mental .and
athysical equipment for Il brilliant ana
sssuccessful career at the bar, and we
predict that he will soon occupy fore
most position among the strong prac-
'f1tioners.
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Nine Out of Ten.

ATuRDAY'S primary in the
- First district completes the
w. selection of state delegates in
Luzerne county and leaves
the outcome . for Elkin to / for
Watres. Saturdays primary is in
structive because the supporters OF
Colonel Watres had claimed that the
victory of the Elkn forces in the other
districts was achieved through man
ipulation against a popular majority
for Watres. in the city of Wilkes
Barre, once Il stronghold of political
insurrection, with two gentlemen run
ming on the Watres ticket who are
among the most distinguished and in
fuential in that city the result of a
direct appeal to the people following
a joint discussion of the issues is the
election of Elkin delegates and the
polling of Il majority vote directly in
favor of Mr.. E,lkin's candidacy.
Those who attended the joint debate
between the two gubernatorial aspi-
rants Friday night will not marvel at
this result; for it was there clearly
evident that John p. Elkins style of
manly. unequivocal and unmurmuring
fighting, with malice toward none and
charity for all, gained the cordial ap-
prOval of the audience. Instead of at
tacking individuals or vocing disap-
pointments he took high ground good
naturedly and appealed to the people
for fair play. The primary shows that
his appeal was heard, and this is the
reason why the larger influences now
opposed to his candidacy: in spite of
the brave show of confidence which
they are maintaining for effect. are
in truth afraid to face the lLllin move
ment openly and to permit q direct
test of strength.
Whatever the outcome of the June
convention may be, the victories won
by John p Elliin wherever an oppon-
ent could be induced to step into the
the best political fighter among the
young Republicans of our state. He has
made his campaign on the unassuilable
ground of belief in majority rule. He
has asked his opponents to meet him
before the people. He has won in
every convention district where an
open fight could be cOaxeu or forced.
He intends to continue that policy
throughout the present canvass and do
his best to win. Should he succeed it
will be an unparalleled triumph; but
should he lose it will be n defeat with
honor and it will hurt him less than it
will harm those whose record is black
ened with ingratitude or smirched with
insincerity.
The opinion is expressed by "Roderck
Random" that William Connell, in es-
the cause of Mr.. IIlliin, "has
not tied his chariot to a star" That
may or may not be. But he has kept
like a. man Il mans pledged word, and
he has the satisfaction of knowing that
the Republican people of Pennsylvania
as shown by their votes are with him
in his preference
The frightful tragedy of Martinique.
now confirmed in appalling detail,
shocks while it challenges the civilized
world. Nothing in way of comment can
do justice to its awfulness; but the
quick response of humanity with re-
lief for the SlnViNino victims
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

The proposition to combine Arizona
and New Mexico into one state has
little to commend it. The only argu-
ment for 1t is temporary-the smallness
of present population. There are re-
sources in both territories amply suf-
tlcient to attract millions OF population
in the fulness of time.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

end upon publishers as well as upon all
other citizens. Legitimate news and
literary publications are selflshly as
well as unselfishly concerned in pre-
venting undue and pernicious privilege
to fake and trashy publications which
simply use the mails to prey on human
ignorance or g,llibility.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

Rumor has it that King Edward has
selected Professor William L. H.
LeclN, the historian, for a coronation
peerage. SO long as peerages exist we
can think of no subject Of the British
king better fitted than Professor Lecky
to have one.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

q, ~ LII HE elements OF cOnSpir-
acy are present in the allega-
"a u tions set forth by the gov
eminent in its petition for a
restraining order of court against the
-Ineat trust. 1t is reasonable to assume
that the attorney general of the United
States would not lend his name and
1destige to such bill of averments
$anst a leading American industry
sVithout being substantially certain of
MS ability to produce proof. While it
Is not for the public TO render verdict
In advance OF the hearing, we may say
that It feels confident that the govern
snieht .wi1l establish its case.
~ 1t should be noted that the proceed
sslire under which the government is
moving to protect the people, and es-
specially those of small means, against
gan inequitable combination which IL
p illustrates its power in an arbitrary man
ipulation of the prices of food articles
Of urgent necessity i'm every household,
lis precisely the same as has been OBJ
jected to as government by Injunction"
1t is an equity proceeding and not only
aims at acts already committed but
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

The Mindanao sultans recognize the
inevitable when they see it. Uncle Sam
has cut his eye teeth in the military
handling of Malays and henceforth the
latter will be good.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

Costa Rca is undoubtedly lacking in
modern patriotic ginger" Her new
president has been inaugurated with no
signs of revolution in the Skies
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

The managers Of high-class vaude-
vile and lecture bureaus are keeping
an eye upon the movements of Clara
Taylor these days.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

The crew of the Chicago evidently
shipped a goodly supply Of the material
necessary to imDart the conventional
vermillion hue to foreign seaports.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

And the Illinois state administration
also seems to be solid with the people.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

The frightful tragedy of Martinique,
now confirmed in appalling detail,
shocks while it challenges the civilized
world. Nothing in way of comment can
do justice to its awfulness; but the
quick response of humanity with re-
lief for the surviving victims is Il
bright spot in the gloom. 1t is gratify-
ing to observe that the United States
was not tardy in providing its quota
of aid. Much has yet to be learned as
to the extent of the calamity. Let us
hope that the destruction of life may
upon fuller information turn out TO
have been less than is now supposed.
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Announcement

During the summer of 1902, in
struction in all the subjects required
for admission to the best colleges
and scientific schools will be given
at Cotuit Cottages. 4 Summer
School OF Secondary Instruction,
Cotuit, Massachusetts,, under the
direction of Principal Charles {.
Fish The courses of instruction
are for the benefit of five classes of
students:
/. Candidates who have received
conditions at the entrance examine
tions.
2. Candidates who have postponed
examinations until September.
3. Students in Secondary Schools,
who, by reason of illness or other
causes, have deficiencies to make up.
4. Students in Secondary Schools
who wish to anticipate studies and
save time in the preparation for
college.
5. Students in college who have
admission conditions which must be
removed before the beginning Of the
next Scholastic Year.
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HOTEL RICHMOND.

Kentucky Avenue. First Hotel from Beach, At
lantic City, n. j.; 80 Ocean view rooms;
pacity 400; write for special rates j. D. Jenk.
ms, Prop
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THE FLAT RATE FOR ADVERTISING.
The following table shows the price per inch
each insertion. spaee TO be used Within one year.
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EDUCATIONAL.
STATE NORMAL SCHOOL.

STATE NUNN1L oC1OUI.
East Stroudsburs, Pa.
The examinations for admission 10 tile Middle
Year and Senior Year classes will be held June TO-
High school graduates will be permitted 10 take
both examinations and enter the senior class
where their wor has covered the junior and mid
die years course OF the normal. This year will
he the last opportunity given TO do SO, as the
thce yeals' course Is in null force and all will
come under the state regulations OF examinations,
For full particulars address at once.
G..r, BIBLE, A, NJ. Principal.
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For cards Of thanks. resolutions Of coincidence,
aud similar contributions in the nature OF an.
vertising" The Tribune makes charge OF d cents
line.
Rates OF Classified Advertising furnished on
application
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

For governor Of Pennsylvania, on the
issue of an open field and fair play,
JOHN P. ELKIN, of Indiana,
subject to the will of the Republican
masses.
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Government and Injunction

q NEW manifestation of gov
~ ernment by injunction" has
e " arisen in Washington, and
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12
The Court of Last Resort.

Y VARIOUS requests have come to
The Tribune for it to make,
v in behalf Of the community,
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SCRANTON, MAY 12. 1902.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-05-12

Catered at the Postoifce at Scranton, "a, as
Second Glass Mail Matter.
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Attacking Criminal Greed.

LII THE elements of conspir-
\ acy are present in the allega-
\ tions set forth by the gov
ernment In its natitinn for :.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-12-31
The Democratic Defeat Of 1894.
o the Editor Of The Evening Star:

In an editorial in Mondays issue of The
Star, commenting on Mr.. Bryans state
ment that the defeat of the democratic
party in 1894 was the result of the action
of that party, under the leadership of Mr..
Cleveland, in repeating the silver purchase
law, you say:
But Mr.. Bryan Is clearly wrong in as
cribing the democratic defeat in 1894 to the
action of those democrats who united with
the republicans in carrying out Mr. Cleve-
lands recommendation as to silver. The
republicans won on the tariff question. The
same Congress which at its special session
had repealed this purchasing clause Of the
Sherman act, at its first regular session
had passed a hodge-podge Of a tariff bill
which the business interests of the country
warmly resented. Upon this legislation the
voters in large numbers at the very first
opportunity put the seal Of their condem-
nation"
1t is not my purpose in taking issue with
your statement to enter upon discussion
of the tariff question. but to call your at
tention to few facts which you seem to
have forgotten. While the Wilson bill was
enacted by the same Congress which re-
pealed the Sherman silver purchase law,
the former was not enacted until in August
in 1904, and its operation could not have
had much effect at the time of the election.
two months later. even upon articles upon
immediate operation. 1t could not have
operated to reduce the price OF our exports
nor could it have had any effect upon the
values OF our supplies of fall and winter
goods, because they had already been man
ufactured and imported under the higher