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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1895

Page

4

Scranton Mall Sequin-Class Ad Office Fracas

A disputed posting at the post ofvich in Scranton Pennsylvania centers on an ad Sequin class mall matter.

Scranton

Metropolis in Northeastern Pennsylvania Sees Growth and Power

The text touts a city in northeastern Pennsylvania with an estimated 1994 population of 103000 and 20598 registered voters. It claims cheap electric power, strong finances, and a push for new industries, noting historic population growth from 1870 to 1994 and a Republican nomination for Charles Seamans to common council.

Pennsylvania Niagara United States Thirteenth Ward Charles $. Seamans Cleanse Common Counell

Legislature Faces Year of Reform in Education Roads

Harrisburg opens the new year with a push for compulsory education as the Farr bill leaders. Lawmakers also weigh a broad roads plan by Senator Flinn and debate apportionment tax reforms and state fund priorities for a clean, efficient session. Public sentiment backs honest independence and steady progress against gambling and social evils through vigilant policing.

Harrisburg Farr Flinn Allegheny

Scranton freaders weigh compulsory schooling and ward politics

The piece argues that Philadelphia’s school funding woes illustrate why a centralized board would fail and backs Porter’s bill to consolidate boards. It condemns ward politics and calls for honest voters to curb the city’s corrupt elements while praising Chicago Herald’s bold ventures and criticizing the Philadelphia Times stance on 1905 legislature.

Philadelphia Scranton Porter

Public Reform Sparks Growing Support Across Pennsylvania

The article notes rising favorable sentiment for a public reform in Pennsylvania, despite opposition lacking substance. It highlights McClure's Magazine January issue praising Napole onic revival and features letters from P. A. Philip bin and Archbald's Tribune report on Dana and Lincoln.

McClure’s P. A. Philibin Tribune Charles A. Dana New York Sun Lincoln EB. P. Mitchell Mr. Dana McClure Dana

Electricity and Agriculture Experiments by Professor McDougall

Professor JD T McDougall of the University of Minnesota conducts experiments on electricity effects in plant physiology. He uses buried live wires under roots to compare soil decomposition, soil bacteria nutrition, and direct plant stimulation to assess potential agricultural uses. The work mirrors electricity's roles in medicine and industry.

JD. T. McDougall University of Minnesota

Electric grafting and media praise spark broad speculation

The piece discusses Professor Jesse C. Coles grafting a grape vine onto a potato using electrical currents and predicts possible fruit from this fusion. It also notes experiments blending melon and peach via hypodermic-like sap injections and asserts electricity could transform agriculture.

Jesse C. Coles Kingston Tle Coles

Ballot law changes praised but voting confusion remains

From Chambersburg Public Opinion the amended Haker ballot law is seen as improved yet past elections revealed issues with voter intent and ballot validity when marks appeared on other tickets. The piece notes possible further changes are unlikely and recalls Signor Fall’s humorous stage interruption.

Chambersburg The Scranton Tribune

Elect Good Councilmen for Wilkes-Barre

The Wilkes-Barre Record urges voters to choose council candidates who are capable, fearless, and devoted to the city’s welfare and prosperity. It calls for men who will pursue progress for the next year.

Wilkes-Barre Scranton Tribune

Compulsory Education Bill Expected To Pass

The Hazleton Standard notes Representative Farr's compulsory education bill faces the legislature again and the Scranton Tribune predicts near-certain passage. It has flaws yet its redeeming feature is schooling for boys who now work for small daily wages. A Yonkers Blade quip suggests naming a new suburb New Ping Yang N J with a joking exchange about the Japanese victory.

the Tribune Scranton Truth Messie. Barrett Jordan Hazleton Farr Scranton Tribune Yonkers Blade Ping Yang New Ping-Yang, N. J

Trustee defends bridge funding amid election rally

In Hooppole township, a trustee says he anticipated backlash over a 3 for a bridge on Smith's branch and notes strong local support from residents. The exchange follows New Year greetings and reflections on community efforts as readers hear about civic costs and civic pride.

Indianapolis Journal Hooppole Township Smith

Pittston Mayoral Hopefuls Highlight Local Race

The Philadelphia Times notes three mayoral candidates Burgess Maloney Dro c J Barrett and Benjamin Harding with Harding praised for impartial municipal rule. It also mentions Warne county Republican primary next Saturday and a Monday convention to select a delegate to the state convention and a candidate for Congress from the Fifteenth District after Wright's death.

Philadelphia Times Pittston Burgess Maloney Dro c. J. Barrett Benjamin Harding Citizens Harding Warne County Wright Homer Greene W. W. Wood Philadelphia

A City That Is Famous Scranton Opinion Story

A Courier-Progress item notes visitors leave Scranton with changed views, praising the city’s growth and industries including steel and silk mills. It contrasts old mining-town perceptions with a modern, progressive Scranton. The piece merges a Washington Star quip about farming time and a humorous candid conversation on political defeat.

Courier-Progress Scranton

Bring In the New Year in a Jolly Hall Recital

Jerome Wood invites celebration as a lively room fills with laughter and toasts. A playful verse urges readers to welcome the New Year with hope, cheer, and music echoing through the hall.

Jerome Wood

Christmas Presents for the Holiday Trade

Ladies desks cabinets tables brass and onyx tables and cabinets of guaranteed quality. An elegant stock of pictures at moderate cost fancy baskets and lamps. Call early and make selections while the assortment is complete.

Secret Laundry Refocus Sparks Quiet Buzz

A whispered reveal claims a local laundry service excels at its craft and aims to keep the praise low key. The note urges spreading the word discreetly to those who will listen.

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