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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1894
Page
4
The article surveys political maneuvering involving Powderly and Grow, noting promises, party loyalties, and potential impact on legislation. It references figures like Connell and concerns over coal and national policy, with commentary on media figures and editorial stances in Lebanon and Scranton.
A critique notes satire on Philadelphia women at charity balls while urging serious focus on unemployed men and hungry mothers in cities. It praises women who sacrifice luxuries to fund basic necessities for their sisters and children, equating such selflessness with noble acts.
Scranton residents advocate a new long boulevard from Elmhurst to extend the city drive along North Park Avenue and toward Wayne County. The proposed thoroughfare aims to match eastern cities with better roads for equestrian and leisure use, boosting affluence and public pleasure.
Charles Emory Smith received a standing ovation after following William L Wilson in a toast at the New York board of trades and transportation annual dinner. Smith’s rebuke of Wilson’s tariff views drew enthusiastic applause and a sharp critique of lunar trade fantasies as impractical business lunacy.
The Philadelphia Record argues that the Wilson bill is owed credit for openings that followed its passage in the House, though the paper omits eight related facts.
The Record notes reopenings bring wage reductions of fifteen to twenty five percent as industries in the city switch to winter manufacturing to support dependent families. It argues a Wilson tariff bill, if passed, would force stock losses and shift competition to cheaper imports, claiming high wages cannot persist under lower tariffs and cheap transport. The piece cautions against optimism, calling resumption evidence of misguided U S manufacturing policy and urging public action before votes.
Sound and Noted Harry Rh. Swivel recalls the No. 40 private car of President Roberts of the Pennsylvania Railroad, recounting the No. 60 era of Thomas A Scott and a water tank mishap that left Scott drenched while a green helper earned a joke. The piece notes Colonel A. G. Schoonmaker’s Suburban Home plans in Elmhurst, spring landscaping, and Elmburet boulevard bids with schedules and grade improvements from Nay Aug Falls to Elmhurst.
A tribute praises a writer who joined the newspaper fold early, noting superb judgment and articles that sparkle with energy and wit.
Winter showcase at Coldsmith’s Bazaar features a match-up sale event titled Match-up! with emphasis on bargains beyond pennies. Shoppers expected to find seasonal items and special pricing across departments as the event runs this weekend.
The ad promises to pair undershirts with drawers and vice versa at half the original price. It notes imbalances in stock for shirts and drawers and extends the same deal to women’s Merino underwear with odd pieces offered at odd prices. The seller dislikes tar paper and camphor packing smells.
A late model blanket sale touts Duquesne Dartmouth and California brands with prices ranging from 2.98 to 8.50 per pair. Highlights include a few slightly soiled options at extra discounts and large markdowns off regular prices.
Imported fine twills at 50c per yard 45 inches wide and 38 inch novelty drepon effects at 25c. Spring novelties are continually arriving.
Rimira Hudges BE. T. Sweet resigns Saturday from the Sunday News to become associate editor of the Bonanron Triune. The move follows his reputation as a strong editor and a distinctive voice in literary and cultural circles.
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