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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1897
Page
4
A local store advertises a year round patronage appeal and lists bargain lots of ladies and children's capes jackets coats and reefers. Lot prices range from 2.98 to 5.98 with corresponding claimed values up to 10.00.
The article discusses a proposed provision for campaign costs in an upcoming election contest. It notes that if contestants fail to enter arbitration, they and the Public may bear the entire expense, with the matter referred to an authority and a guarantor required in advance.
The article argues Congress must scrutinize Cuban unrest and urges careful, independent inquiry. It discusses public demand for accurate information, the president’s stance, and the need for informed policy while examining Scranton’s diverse neighborhoods and the push for reform in local government.
The article discusses thrift and character as essential in schooling, arguing the home and state share duties in shaping discipline and habits. It notes teachers should fund school efforts, avoid leniency, and emphasize a practical, civic education that begins and ends with cultivating good citizenship in American schools, anchored in Philadelphia.
The text presents an additional table of measurements and locations, listing items such as Lom Bb and Wilkes-sturrw with various codes. It notes Beranten’s inferior relative position, urging consideration of certain facts including Seran in explanation.
The document outlines a memorial fund tied to the Washington Memorial University, with proposals for funding via subscriptions and an annual appeal. It mentions figures around 24,000,000 dollars and calls for funds from citizens including donations from families and organizations to establish a Women’s Memorial building within the university. It notes congressional interest and discusses funding for national higher education.
A naval board report to the Secretary questions the viability of a government armor plate plant. It cites enormous costs, uncertain supply chains, and limited practical use, arguing Congress would likely reject the project given the high expense and long lead times.
The passage critiques The Sun and other papers for sensationalism and bias in Cuba and domestic politics. It cites Professor Peck and private scandal, notes contrast with The New York Tribune, and comments on safety railways, internal revenue, and Reed yet hints at ongoing political maneuvers and the Ceremonary Act.
At a banquet in honor of Man Willlimannelt at Beranton Inet Tus Vey Wht, a speaker voiced views on three examined topics for Congress. He urged expert input on tariffs immigration and renewal, arguing a cautious, reform minded approach. He urged fair adjustments to avoid harming any region and urged debate within cabinets.
Local taxpayers face a heavy potential cost from four election contest cases. If fraud is proven, guilty parties should face prosecution. if not, petitioners must bear the entire expense. The text urges strict court punishment of election-law violators and costs shifted to petitioners in frivolous contests.
Ajaechus the Trthane Astrologer presents a dawn forecast for Morndas noting those born today may face events from the current session of CONSETERS. The reading mentions Joel Jokn and hints at a need for memory aids to improve a Wimber von solution and Amecus Advice. The piece closes by urging effort during this season despite difficulties.
Analyzed portraits of Clay, Webster, and Blaine as towering orators shaping American thought. The piece notes their influence on voters and public life, contrasting their personalities and ambitions with their impact on national politics and past presidential prospects.
The Scranton Tribune extols Scranton as a premier convention hub and manufacturing locale. The Philadelphia Record notes the city is well governed, with few other towns offering similar advantages, claiming Scranton as a leading business town in Pennsylvania.
The Scranton Telhune notes Saturday coverage by the Chambersburg Public Opinion praising Scranton as the state’s third city with a large population, projecting expansion when nearby boroughs join, and highlighting churches public buildings coal manufacturing and educational enterprises in Lackawanna and the Wyoming Valley.
The article notes Chelds as a likely contender for the guberatorial nomination. It warns his campaign will attack rival Republicans deemed eligible, signaling a hard-fought primary with aggressive tactics.
A reader laments excessive filler in the paper, noting seventy pages of junk and many pages of rot while two columns offer the only real news. The querent contrasts worthless content with sparse genuine reporting.
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