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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1897
Page
5
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Brother C Ben Johnson of the Sun day News notes that David J V advised Democrats to beware of over confidence, urging vigilance as events unfold in Scranton on April 15 1887.
General Noy Stone of the U S Department of Agriculture and John Hamilton of the state agricultural department address the Lackawanna County Good Reads League at the board of trade rooms. Hamilton will explain the good roads bill current in Harrisburg and its fiscal benefits to farmers and business interests.
The text foreshadows President Angell of the University of Michigan as minister to Turkey. It argues he would elevate American foreign representation in Constantinople, contrasts with rumors about Judge Terrell, and asserts Angell’s fitness for a critical post amid domestic pressures.
In a Georgetown address to students, Mr. Bryan warned against tax evasion and urged public spirit. He argued patriotism requires bearing government costs, and blamed powerful interests for shifting tax burdens onto farmers and workers, a phenomenon seen throughout history and not unique to the United States.
The Wilkes-Barre News-Dealer proposes a plan of political reciprocity for Luzerne and Lackawanna. It argues that capitalists must practice honest dealings to counter suspicions of unfair advantages and that Republicans in Northeastern Pennsylvania should cooperate on vital matters.
A pamphlet by Commander Hoath-Tucker analyzes pauper policy in the United States. It argues a national, humane approach with farm colonies and work first, opposing punitive polices and selective inquiries into poverty.
The piece argues American anti poverty schemes resemble English efforts led by Hitler Yeoth and associates. It urges citizen support for social programs and for lawmakers to weigh in on presidential Postwaetera changes. It notes Chicago hospitals report a dementia rise 10 to 15 percent as Windy City papers stay silent.
The text notes that a senate reorganization could force Colonel Bright to resign or be removed, citing his cranky overbearing behavior and poor treatment of employees and the public. It predicts few will lament his departure with Colonel Bright’s possible exit from service.
The Tribune celebrates its new press in Pittston Gagotte, touting an advanced printing plant in northeastern Pennsylvania. It claims four to sixteen page papers at high speed, expanding capacity and service to a growing audience while offering editors broader opportunities.
From the Philadelphia Prominent notes the anthracite market is chaotic with orders falling off as manufacturers cut back. Prices for stove coal and mine coal are down to about 4.2 to 2.05 per ton with chestnut and broken coal also reduced. Operators aim to move surplus stock with further concessions while retail dealers report little coal and expect further price cuts. The industry seeks harmony to reduce output and avert deficits, with large companies anticipated to gain a year-end surplus if trends hold.
The Prussian system shows nearly twice the mileage and gross earnings of the Pennsylvania system, with three times net earnings per dollar received. Passenger traffic is four times higher, while freight traffic is one and a half times lower. Overall, both move about the same daily mileage, roughly equal to one movement each way.
A historical note argues the church should avoid partisan political influence and focus on universal ethics. It criticizes use of church education to promote political agendas and calls for nonpartisan guidance aligning with common morality.
In a Philadelphia Times excerpt of an interview with Mayor Warwick, Senator Quay sharply refrains from naming supporters while praising Warwick's leadership. The piece characterizes Quay as striking the bull's eye with a first shot and hints at political recognition of Warwick's tenure.
The column notes a Thursday horoscope with remarks on a child born that day and general musings on worry and mortality. It references city politics and a quip about George Washington and trout. Mentions hypnotic experiments and springtime angling anecdotes with trout.
A Washington Star excerpt laments economic distress and lost optimism as trade and exports falter. The speaker questions progress, books, and education when markets collapse and essentials vanish, voicing bleak doubt about the world’s future.
In fine English tweeds and covert cloths with wide color options and right prices, Chotootine black and colored drapery wefts and Muscovienne cloths feature for tailor made garments. Wool novelties and Grenadines offered. stock touted as most complete in New York City with exclusive range. A window display advertises a special drive at 200 and 46 cents, claiming nothing beats these lines.
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