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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1894

Page

4

Naw Yous Ovfion Tribune Building

Frans and Ghay, Manaor associated with the Tribune Building project are noted in the record.

Tribune Building Frans & Ghay Manaoer

Elevation and Growth Figures for Northeastern Penn sylvan Metropolis

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.

Pennsylvan Niagara United States

Free coinage debate shapes Republican view in West

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.

Hartman Montana Washington Cleveland Republican Party Republican West County Commissioners’ State Association Lackawanna County

A Good Time to Be Prudent

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.

Wilkes-Barre Congressional

Apportionment and party politics eyed in state notes

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.

Georgia Georgia National Guard

Schaeffer Endorses Farr Text Book Bill as Education Progress

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.

Schaeffer Barr Pennsylvania Pennnsylvania National Board of Pennsylvania Hastings Minneapolis Terks County Republican League J. Donal Cameron Farr W. W. Johnson Haltimore House of Representatives Pittyfourth Lugerne County Benjamin F. Davis Preeland Harrishire Davie Porter Philadelphia Quaker City Harri- Dury Charles E. Voohees George W. Kochersperger Voorhee Kochersperger Sun E. Grewer Gorner Pennvenue Spruce Street University of Pennsylvania Medico-Chirurgical College of Philadelphia New Life DR. G. Grewer Port Office Penn Avenue Scranton

Indian Aid Society Gains Support on Reform Path

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.

New Haven Ti Ja Soclaty

Public matters mix of policy and rhetoric in 1910s

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.

Constantinople Asia Minor Brigunida Turkey

Political Maneuvering Shapes Upcoming State Elections

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.

HL D Heller Tellertown Northamption Laubach Indico Schuyler Harrisburg John H. Pow Philadelphia Harry Walton Schwartz Monroe Smiley Clarion Prize Columbia Horxog Berks Pew

Allison's Availability Noted by Philadelphia Press

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.

Allenton Low John Sherman Republican Party Allison United States

Name Your Man From the Reading Trimes

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.

Reading Scranton Tribune Pennsylvania

Scranton Considers Establishing Paid Fire Department

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.

Wilkes-Barre Scranton Beranton Wiltom Hane Newa-Dealer Scranton Se Bcranton

Cartoon Sessions Stir Pittsburg Public Laughs

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.

Servanten Tribune

Path to the Immortals Poem Admonition by a Chicago Paper

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.

Chicago

New and Tasty Patterns In Stock for Buyers

Our exhibit features updated patterns to please buyers and a complete stock of coverings to choose from. If you do not see made up what you desire, our new styles offer advantageous options for all.

Edwin C. Burt & Co Scranton Jos. Turner CO Pease Washington Avenue Since & Son

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The Trinune Publishing Company P. Mingsoquay E. H. Ripple Livy S. Richard Eoiron W. W. Davis Guremntenoenr W. W. Youngs Rcy Printers' Ink Scranton ‘Tribune Printers’ Ink Scranton OF Treasury Ife Holman Allegheny Germany Den Sugar Trust Congress Sceninton John Th Blate Harry White Weytion Fortloth Judicial District Olewal White Hlair Philadelphia Resor Wilkes-Barry Alre Elie Laure Muerion Meshearma Styles Washington Ave Uum Haviland & 60 Chas, Field Haviland R. Delenvieres & CO Carlsbad Coursen, Clemons & Co DR. Hill & Son Albany First National Bank G.B Prince Albert Crooks the Lackawanna Store Association, Limited Lackawanna Ave BY DR. Shimburg China Wyoming Avenue Guernsey Brothers Wvyomina Pierce’s Market John Hamlin Scranton Tribune Bookbinding Depts
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