Post Office Scranton Notice Line
Postal imprint indicates entry at the Scranton Pennsylvania post office as second class mail matter.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1894
Page
4
Postal imprint indicates entry at the Scranton Pennsylvania post office as second class mail matter.
Scranton Elks plan a social pilgrimage to meet Luzerne brethren tonight at a rendezvous that could settle old courtesies. The piece reviews the ongoing mandamus case of John Jermyn against Scranton and the ten foot privilege in building disputes, noting the awaited judicial resolution and its impact on local development. The column also touches on political notes about Senator Quay, Champion James J. Corbett, and remarks on the Palmer Company theater engagement in Scranton.
The article notes a possible short term boost to coal trade as bituminous output stalls with a pending strike. It mentions early signs of westward coal car movement and questions how long the strike will last and how much demand will rise, given alternatives like wood gas and crude oil.
A Washington audience hears criticism of politicians who denounced the Wilson bill yet voted for it. Louise Gardner defends women’s progress while challenging supporters of strict equality to justify their stance. The letter questions gender roles, justice, and political rhetoric amid 19th century reform debates.
The writer argues that printing a list of abstainers on each important vote would undercut the effort needed to secure a quorum. This level of transparency could reveal voting patterns and potentially influence subsequent participation and strategy.
The article notes a Massachusetts law restricting distributions of new stock at par through auction sales. It says holders of "the D and HL" are favored in obtaining par stock while managers demand not draining the treasury to grant a larger bonus.
The text asserts Don Cameron opposes a “machine” rule and that the state convention may endorse his statements on money matters. It alleges actions in Brooklyn Buffalo Lausinburg and Albany and predicts further efforts in Troy, with the inevitable overthrow of the bossism and Murphy machine influence.
An obscure historical note describes a period in American politics when funds for statecraft were measured by unusual units and stubborn policy debates. The fragment references maron and psi as curiosities within this era.
A scattered mix of casual notes and quotes on everyday life, politics, and social manners. It mentions the Sabbath, business and economy, and a call for open public conduct while noting fatigue with political discontent in Pennsylvania.
A limited number of the share bonds are for sale at par and accrued interest. Copies of the mortgage and full information can be obtained from E. W. Mulligan, Second National Bank, Wilkes Barre. W. L Watson, First National Bank, Pittston. J. L. Polen, People's Savings Bank, Pittston. T. A. A. Royiden, Miners' Savings Bank, Pittston. and Scranton Savings Bank and Trust Company, as Trustees under the Mortgage.
Fragmentary exchange shows two performers named Drammer and Fanny or Fifiinie discussing going on the road, with one expressing sorrow and the other offering plans to recruit another performer. The text appears informal and incomplete.
The piece argues there is a better cure for absenteeism in Congress than overthrowing parliamentary law. It contends that abstenteeism is growing in both houses due to impunity and calls for appealing to the public to correct conduct.
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