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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1897
Page
5
A December 2 dinner for twelve at the Heted Bellevue in Philadelphia raised 2000 Wak for an election Benefit. One hundred and eight eight ladies contributed to charity while the event supported the cause.
The piece discusses ongoing election contests among Schadt Horn and Norton, urging restraint to avoid disruption and costs. It references alleged fraud, political factions, and calls for civil service reform while contrasting public duty with partisan advantage across local and national contexts.
The piece discusses Mark Hanna vs rival Republicans for the U S senate, noting Ohio and Springfield organizing, Toledo convention endorsements, and the demand for a clean health record from Hanna supporters. It argues unity, warns deserters, and questions motives amid party maneuvering.
The platform from last week’s seventeenth annual session of the National Civil Service League defends merit system aims while condemning political meddling. It denounces opponents of reform and defends examination as key to good government amid persistent criticism.
Article fragment discusses anticipated U S measures affecting Canadian fisheries and pelts, referencing Washington negotiations, President, and Canadian traders. It mentions commerce implications, enforcement, and potential market losses, with political figures and commissions cited in a heated policy context.
The article defends a proposed free correspondence university proposed by Mr Walker, arguing it would extend educational reach beyond personal instruction limits. It condemns opposition as contempt and asserts broad enrollment and moral aims outweigh formal control, noting limited classroom space but wide influence.
A fragmented account describes rescues at a river amid a tense scene with figures moving to chambers. The text then shifts to market notes citing Upper Lehigh trade and shipments, asserting transportation rates influence trade despite low yields and high totals.
A scrambled 19th century style horoscope cites Ajaephus and Trbone astrologers, mentioning a child born amid chaos and a dramatic juried trial. It references moral lessons, fame, and temptations, weaving odd anecdotes about honor and perception.
A long critical piece argues against U S belligerent rights during wartime and denounces Congress and President for restricting or expanding powers. It claims the executive branch misuses authority, blames political figures, and asserts naval and port policies threaten constitutional limits and citizen protections.
The article recalls Ulysses S. Grant and James Madison era debates, contrasting presidential vetoes, engagements, and wartime actions with Spanish forces. It laments colonial conflicts, casualties, and population upheaval, urging united action against perceived tyranny and foreign interference.
Thurriaburg Letter in the Sun outlines a surge in corporate actions in Poileylvania driven by McKinley era policies. It notes increased capital stock and indebtedness filings, railroad company activity fluctuations, and a sharp year end rise in charter incorporations through 1897 amid the political and economic shifts.
Bargain presents for the season offered with slippers and shoes priced from 25 cents to 5 dollars. The store promotes attentive service and suggests treating its locations as if they were personal outlets for shoppers.
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