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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1897
Page
5
The Tribune features a special wire from Associated Press delivering the full report on a major new event. the paper continues to provide Northeastern Pennsylvania readers with ongoing service and updates.
A cryptic note from Scranton dated Avril 2 1807 hints Judge Day traveling to Cuba and a glossed term sparsely explained as the Sparniah Waly, described in diplomacy context.
A Pennsylvania committee defeat of reform bills sparks GOP criticism of alleged political interference by municipal employees in elections. The piece warns of public anger if further reform measures fail and calls out broken pledges from two state conventions. It also discusses pensions for General Meade’s unmarried daughters and retirement favors for Tecumseh services figures amid broader political tension.
The article endorses Senator Vaughan's bill authorizing school controllers to establish and fund out of the public treasury free kindergartens for children aged three to six. It warns controllers to spend prudently to avoid financial embarrassment from overexpansion and past fundraising excesses.
The Board of Pardons recommends commuting James B. Gentes from death to life for the murder of Madge J. Yorke, drawing sharp comment. The Philadelphia Reward denounces clemency as injustice, noting strong petitions from jurors, lawmakers, and the prison society, while urging the governor to reject the recommendation.
In a plea for clemency the defense argues the defendant killed under jealousy and intoxication, with the jury finding premeditation within his dementia. The writer urges confinement instead of the gallows, deeming capital punishment barbaric. The article also notes rising national bank note settlement rates and idle deposit times warning tariff action.
Washington correspondents say the Turko-Grecian conflict will likely end with the dismemberment of the Ottoman empire. They warn Russia seeks to draw in Christian powers, while Greek ambitions threaten Constantinople and Roumelia, amplifying danger of insurrection across European Turkey. President Angell’s Turkish appointment draws church and missionary support as the United States eyes a swift settlement of damages and a show of force.
The Philadelphia patent medicine maker Munyon, cited in a Press interview, built a $5,000,000 business by aggressive daily advertising spending about $400,000 yearly. He insists a good product plus bold campaigns, varied daily, creates demand, and riffs on how to advertise as a serious business. The Scranton note praises the approach while Philadelphia critics debate a local bill linked to broader trade policy.
The piece explains rising tensions among European powers over the Turkish empire and Constantinople. It notes Greek independence in 1830 and fears of dismembering Turkey, Armenian massacres prompting a Christian response, and competing interests of Russia and Britain in the region.
The piece describes Crete’s Greek populace angry over Turkish misrule and broken promises, sparking Greek intervention. It notes Greece’s motive to defend Hellenic identity, the February 15 occupation, and fears of wider conflict with Macedonia, Serbia, and Bosnia.
The Philadelphia Ledger argues that foreigners formed a large share of prisoners and paupers in 18th century figures and cites high maintenance costs. It urges stricter immigrant removal laws and cooperation of authorities to reduce public charges and calls for humane care for indigent insane, while stressing native born care for a growing social burden.
A humorous piece recounts a Springfield encounter in which a suitor narrates admiring a woman in Hoboken and a hat becomes central. The language blends muddled political musings on naval power with a comic romantic episode where the visitor signs a book and departs, leaving the narrator staring at his hat.
The ad proclaims daily purchases of finest imported novel ties and extensive discounts on spring broadcloths and wool blends. It lists 25-cent silk and wool mixtures, 39 cent fancy wool checks, 50 to 54 inch broadcloths, 49 to 98 cent wool novelties, Crepon Cheviots, and other fabrics once priced above current marks, highlighting substantial savings for buyers.
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