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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1897
Page
11
The Scranton Tribune informs readers of an Associated Press full report and notes its pioneering role in Pennsylvania. It lists key staff such as WILLIAM CONNELL and FRANK & MNRAY and references distribution details for the weekly edition.
In the Koehler case readers question why the jury did not mete out the full extent of the law, pressing for accountability and urging reflection on justice and common sense in the verdict.
The state senate unanimously passed the amended libel bill and readers are urged to study the text and Colonel McClure’s analysis. It doubles penalties for wanton abuses while preserving protection for innocent errors and directing damages to actual injury. A Harrisburg house vote is awaited as to fair treatment of publishers. A church conference questions if bicycle use on the Sabbath is sinful or if the wheel is merely out of gear.
The Federal forestry chief warns that at current use rates the United States will lack timber for building within about forty years. He cites per capita consumption, compares it with Britain and Germany, and notes long production times for mature timber. The piece laments fires and calls for action, while predicting a gradual business revival.
A. F. Judd chief justice of the Hawaiian republic gives an in depth interview in the Rochester Herald. He recalls knowing Liliuokalani personally while in Hawaii service and notes she was educated and courteous yet cannot be trusted to reveal true intentions. He discusses her advisers guiding action and the uncertainty of her plans.
A discussion on the Hawaiian monarchy, the queen’s abdication, and U S policy. Judge Day weighs in on American respect for a stable republic, while Cuban leaders invite him to observe the insurgent government before potential intervention.
Philadelphia editorials condemn the Crothers bill banning contracts that restrain trade and argue it would curb competition and empower thieves. The Ledger notes the danger of front men forming partnerships to limit competition. The piece critiques Pennsylvania lawmakers and praises a New York charity wash house proposal modeled on London for washerwomen.
The Wilkes-Barre News-Daaler notes on party clashes and the idea that the vice presidency should be a real office. It discusses Senator Mason's impatience with Congress, the Hamilton read bill, Collet and his airship, and condemns a nine year sentence for John Kelly. It also weighs Hawaiian annexation and the value of a mine inspector.
A long account from Wachington reports the fifth world congress of the Universal Postal Union to be held at the Corcoran Art Gallery. Delegates will discuss reducing rates and simplifying treaties, with past conferences credited for wide postal reforms and a drive toward a universal rate system.
The text traces the formation of the Universal Postal Union through negotiations and congresses, noting delays due to the Franco Prussian War and the eventual creation of a permanent international portal bureau in Berne. It highlights Dr. von Bethmann-Hollweg’s role and credits Montgomery Blair Seward Easton and others as early pioneers, emphasizing the union's growth to cover about 1.4 billion people.
The article argues that rising artificial needs distort budgets and reduce satisfaction. It contrasts current consumption with simpler times, noting income and cost pressures, while noting no clear rise in virtue or happiness. It calls for discovering true sources of happiness and clarifying progress over vague values.
The Scranton Tribune adds a new Hoe press capable of printing 4000 to 2100 papers hourly, signaling continued prosperity. The Trey Times notes the Tribune’s success and praises the former Times editor now leading Pennsylvanian journalism efforts.
In the Huttston Gazette a News-Dealer comment laments Scranton's water supply gains while Wilkes-Barre timidity faltered. Witker Barteans reflect on missed opportunities to supply the ely with water as Scranton enterprise succeeds and county residents voice complaint.
The Syracuse Post notes President McKinley aims for peace within the Republican party and in relations with the people. He pursues a conciliatory policy contrasting with some predecessors.
Importers close out surplus stock featuring 25 cent silk and wool mixtures in spring shades, 35 cent to 1.00 broadcloths, 39 cent fancy wool checks, 30 cent figured novelties, 49 cent Vigognes, 75 cent Crepon Cheviots, and 98 cent silk and wool novelties with 1.50 value.
In special novelties and staple wearers our stock was never more complete or attractive than at the present moment. In fine English Tweeds Covert Cloths etc daily demand we can show every color or combination at the right price. Choice line of Drap detes and Drap de Moscovienne cloth for fine tailor-made garments. In Silk and Wool Novelties Wool Grenadines Etamines our stock is the most complete time side of New York city and every suit exclusive.
Forecasts list daily moods and weather for a week from Bandus. Includes Sunday clear with trials, Monday lucky rise, Tuesday uncertain travel, Wednesday wet but persevering, Thursday stormy business luck, Saturday pleasant and cautious spending. Also notes a child born on certain days will face fortunes or trials.
A Chicago Evening Post report reflects on a political figure who urged citizens to combat corruption and back honest candidates, preaching reform and duty yet declining to run himself. He criticized self serving elites while admitting lack of time to seek office, leaving a gap between talk and deeds.
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