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Frans and Ghay, Manaor associated with the Tribune Building project are noted in the record.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1894
Page
4
Frans and Ghay, Manaor associated with the Tribune Building project are noted in the record.
A fragmented early municipal notice notes elevation above tide at 740 feet and a large population with registered voters and school metrics. It highlights Can produce electric power cheaper than Niagara and claims a strategic location for new industries. Mentions historical population figures and tax debates on beer and trust funds.
Representative Hartman of Montana argues against immediate free-coinage legislation noting veto risks and a coming party shift. The piece discusses Western voters, populist pressures, and the GOP's stance on currency, with a mention of a county bill requiring constables to report violations only rarely in Lackawanna County.
The Wilkes-Barre Record argues for apportionment handled by expert accountants rather than partisan influence, suggesting a numbers based method that could swiftly fix judicial, representative, senatorial, or congressional districts at low cost. It contends the constitution contemplates such expert adjustment to reduce political leverage and expense.
The piece argues for a legislature that weighs public needs amid apportionment debates and political bargaining. It notes Pennsylvania Republicans hold strength, warns against following party bosses, and criticizes Georgia's choice to withhold national guard funding, hoping for prudence next year.
In an annual report State Superintendent Schaeffer lauds Representative Barr and the Farr free text book bill calling it the most important educational advance of the past quarter century. He urges a thorough school census to prove the need for compulsory education and criticizes taxing funds for nonbenefiting students. He also suggests Pennsylvania should not invite the National Board to Hastings inauguration, fearing excessive delegation.
The article argues for aiding American Indians, praising a New Haven society and urging government reforms. It cites Minneapolis editors proposing many programs from compulsory education to direct legislation and anti monopoly measures, criticizing prohibition logic and court costs reforms.
A dense political column argues for decisive action against Armenian atrocities and critiques current leadership. It condemns inaction by the American minister in Constantinople, defends aggressive stance, and comments on domestic issues including sugar policy and the need for a paid fire department in Scranton.
Debates over deputy gender quotas, education committee chair appointments, and postmaster nominations drive activity in Harrisburg and local counties. Key figures include Senator J. Donal Cameron honorary member, Rep Farr likely reappointed education chair, and contest petitions over Edward Laubach and John H. Pow for speaker influence.
The Philadelphia Press reports that Senator Allison stands among leading Republicans, maintaining good relations with all factions. He has not shown a fixed stance on many party divisions, yet aligns with the majority on major issues, retains his reputation on tariff and silver debates, and remains vigorous and articulate despite his age.
The Scranton Tribune cites Pennsylvania as a strong Republican state with a large majority and a claimed history of producing the next Republican president. The piece argues no other state matches Pennsylvania’s claim and asks if this view can be disputed.
Wilkes-Barre Times reports Scranton officials push for a paid fire department amid rising insurance costs. The volunteer force currently costs about 14 000 dollars yearly and could see 45 000 dollars invested to improve efficiency and extinguishing facilities. Multiple papers note the plan would raise service quality and reduce real estate insurance burdens.
Local readers praise a cartoon published in Servanten Tribune as lively and entertaining. The piece notes the community spirit and the potential uplift for the town amidst a crowd depicted as bold and spirited.
The Chicago Inter Ocean presents a reflective verse urging a poet to abandon vanity and seek lasting meaning. It counsels courage, selflessness, and living love over fame, portraying the mortal journey toward the immortal through sincere expression.
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