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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1896
Page
7
The piece comments that Luzerne county presses envy Lackawanna's political prominence, arguing envy won’t improve Luzerne’s prospects. It notes circulation in Scranton, with Tribune Publishing Company as publisher and mentions post office mailing.
The Pittsburg Times reports James Pollock of Philadelphia as a Wanamaker organizer criticizing Senator Wanamaker in Erie remarks. He contrasts Wanamaker with Quay, noting Quay's alleged honesty and ability, while urging voters to consider public conduct versus private behavior. Tom Platt plans a Canton visit.
The article discusses rumors that President Cleveland might seek congressional ratification of a tripartite deal with Great Britain to fund Cuba’s independence on Cuban bonds guaranteed by the United States with Spain's assent. It argues the plan is unlikely, ill advised, and promotes recognizing Cuba's independence instead.
The Wanamaker camp has apparently ceased opposing Boyer for speaker and his selection is expected by an unanimous vote. He will be by far the ablest and most experienced presiding officer the house could choose.
The Niagara Falls Power Company shows 1000 horsepower delivered 26 miles to Buffalo Street Railway, with power costs far below steam. Experts say trolley systems and city plants within 400 miles may run on falls power, if transmission over longer distances succeeds.
The article reviews Senator Chandler’s critique of the Bryan silver policy and argues for American commerce and financial primacy to drive a restored world silver standard. It notes Porter’s retirement from the Cleveland World and hints at future political plans.
Congress urged to prevent Palisades destruction by creating a national reservation survey commission to define boundaries buy lands and permit use by national forces with public access. States NY and NJ would cede lands for federal care as stories attack Republican attempts to thwart Speaker Reed.
Ex Governor Flower recommends entrusting tariff questions to a permanent commission of specialists. He argues a commission would be executive, like the civil service or Interstate Commerce Commission, not making laws but studying conditions and advising Congress to promote the public welfare. The idea gains growing support among business leaders, contingent on the commission’s personnel.
A editorial argues for a fixed tariff principle and a permanent board of experts to revise duties. It cites protection as a core American principle and questions tariff reciprocity with Canada, noting broad public support for maintaining revenue and protection while reducing political manipulation.
A Scranton trade union estimate claims 1,500 extra workers could be employed in claw making if smokers used home made flours, boosting local commerce by about 400,000 annually. The piece also notes political shifts and remarks on local figures including Connell, Lackawanna press opinions, and praise for Attorney Duffy and Judge Ward, plus a note on G W Fetherolf’s resignation from the Scranton Republican.
From the Time a-Herald notes a contrast in England where the court and jury determine guilt or innocence while a separate tribunal considers the crime's commission, highlighting differing judicial approaches.
The passage argues a court should rely on independent scientific experts to assess a prisoner's mental condition, stressing that guilt is decided by impartial study rather than sympathy. It warns against labeling criminals as insane based on one moment, and urges legislators to adopt this thorough approach for fair justice.
The Times-Herald argues newspapers differ in aims and warns editors must balance impartiality with fearless stance on issues. It cites Buckle’s London Times and Sir Charles Dike to illustrate pressures of personal motives and the duty to advocate what is right for the public.
Mrs Augusta Evans Wilson author of Benulah in frail health after her husband’s death and plans to move from her Alabama home to Mobile. Laula Napoleon argues married men vote with greater stake in the country and forbids priests or soldiers from voting. Carl Peters returns to London to work on Rise of the British Empire with a Berlin magazine publishing a preliminary chapter. Major Edward Secofield governor of Wisconsin, son of a Pennsylvania farmer, began as a printer’s devil at 14, served in the war with gallantry, then became a leading northern lumberman.
From the Baltimore American, John Hull, a philosopher. When compelled to be good, he passes resolutions pointing with pride to his superior morality.
Daily horoscope by Amaccus the Tribune Astrologer blends playful forecasts with quips about Kansas events. Commentary notes cold weather, shoppers parting with their dough, and light advice on behavior and romance amid regional chatter.
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