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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1895
Page
4
A fragmented historical note discusses rising population and voter counts, school property value, and large school enrollment. It warns against revenue cuts at Harrisburg and argues for public school funding, suggesting debt if needed to preserve the system. It hints at energy and industry concerns and a city poised for growth.
The article discusses Chinese attitudes toward lawyers, cross examination, and court decorum, urging reform of bully tactics. It reviews the Philadelphia Times case, Williamsport anniversary, and editorial stances on bimetalism versus gold monometallism, urging clear public argument. notes journalist Mooney shifts to law and Cuban independence debates continue.
The issue blends historical nostalgia with progress as a Liberty goddess design frames a dim log cabin and canal boat, while arc lamps highlight public buildings and trolley cars. The Centennial Sun editorials praise the city and the paper’s contributors for a well edited issue.
The piece argues for Cuban independence recognition by the United States and discusses Pennsylvania revenue plans including a proposed 25 cent per barrel beer tax expected to raise 1 250 000. It cites General Clarkson on silver coinage, praises the Pennsylvania Teachers association meeting at Mt Gretna, and endorses honest bimetallism as Republican doctrine.
The New York Tribune analyzes President Cleveland’s Chicago letter praising "sound money" yet offering vague definitions. It recalls past moves on state banks and seigniorage, arguing the phrases mask real policy and risk eroding confidence in the national treasury.
Idaho senator criticizes Cleveland for platitudes and proposes a shift toward silver to restore honest money. He argues for gold monometallism and condemns both parties’ silver positions as insufficient, claiming public support grows for restoring the silver cause and a broader monetary base.
From the Philadelphia Times the newspaper argues the income tax should be promptly repealed by the next Congress. The item reflects editorial stance on tax policy and legislative action.
In December the ACP advocates repeal of the income tax as part of tariff law reform. They call the tax unjust and inquisitorial, noting the Supreme Court has struck down major features and left the rest in doubt. They urge removal from law as a duty to the nation.
The Republican Position interview with Senator Cullom states support for genuine bimetallism and opposition to gold or silver monometallism. It predicts a near-future international agreement to fix a bimetallic standard and solve the money problem.
Daily horoscope notes a child born Friday April 19, 1895 may write on the currency issue and avoid ancient cheats. It warns about wool being singed from speculative lambs, jokes about local publishing, and Anna Dickinson lectures drawing mixed opinions.
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