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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1898
Page
3
City notes report office closings and local events with political and social items. Funeral notices, community dances, and church activities are listed, including schedules for services, receptions, and memorial gatherings.
The Scranton Business College resumes both day and evening sessions on Tuesday following two inquiries suggesting expanded hours. Cheetos will be available daily, and the institution will remain open to evening attendees, with operations continuing as proposed.
Obituaries and funeral notices appear for several individuals including Peck Abo Weet Straulen in Scranton with services at the Simypeen Metinthst and burial at Waster street cemetery, Mir and Mia Jedi Kiloul fen from South Wilmington, and Michael Monaghan of Esxnon treest with services in Scranton. Also listed are announcements for Ann Penwarden in West Scranton and Piatt in New York with respective funeral details and interment plans.
A detailed prewar era essay argues that the United States must greatly strengthen naval and land defenses after the Spanish War. It urges permanent, well trained forces, peacetime armament, and expanded officers and infrastructure to protect distant territories and maintain international influence.
Councilman T. Melvin of the Eighth ward seeks a special bond ordinance to fund municipal lighting. He argues a city plant could save thousands yearly versus current contracts and plans a spring special election after obtaining further estimates and figures.
Under this heading brief letters of interest may appear with the writer’s time for publication. The Tribune disclaims responsibility for opinions expressed in these letters.
The editor notes that counsel for the defense in the Mrs Weecott murder case has pursued insanity as a plea from the trial through the appeal stage. George Horn and Mr. Porn plus Mr. Thayer have devoted substantial unpaid effort, aiming to show the defendant lacked memory and discretion, while remaining confident in the defense.
The article expresses thanks to the Beran on Tribune management for donating their paper to patients. Mrs Elon Willard is praised for visiting and comforting the sick, sharing smiles and kind words as the newspaper arrives. The message, from Lackawanna hospital affiliates, notes the communal joy and gratitude.
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