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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1897
Page
7
In Scranton Pennsylvania the Scranton Tribune notes Penrose defeat and criticizes Wanamaker managers for unnecessary hustling, reflecting local reactions to political events. The item cites the Tribune Publishing Company and advertises the paper’s New York office details.
The editorial argues Wanamaker lost moral ground by funds and influence rather than deeds, favoring Penrose for the U S Senate. It cites machine politics, media leverage, and business backing, predicting Penrose’s election and Wanamaker’s unassailable stance in the body. The piece notes Washington Post’s critique of Wanamaker’s stance on Quay.
The piece argues against direct popular election of senators, citing risks of bribery and demagoguery, and proposes strengthening state legislature nomination to curb ambitious pretenders. An exchange notes McKinley and Congress as factors in any potential shift.
The piece describes a California inspired aerial machine claimed to fly vast distances at night. It notes the inventor, a Pittsburgh mechanic named Dorsey, faces ongoing difficulties before his achievement can reach full splendor.
A reporter details Dorsey’s aluminum air ship concept using electric propulsion and big paddles to defy gravity, citing a six month old model that vanished at sea with the inventor’s name inside. He notes the theory may work though the craft would break traditional aviation norms.
In New York state there is talk of a law that would prohibit employing the 20,000 harmless insane. Proponents fear it would force curable patients into enforced idleness and become permanent charges on taxpayers.
An analysis of the complete official returns shows McKinley over Bryan and Sewall by 746 318 votes with a total sound money majority of 794 801. States supporting sound money numbered 23 to 22 for Bryan while educational and literacy data highlight McKinley states accounting for over 64 percent of population and higher per capita schooling. The piece also notes editor Joseph G B MacCullagh's death and includes commentary on reciprocity and tariff policy.
Despatches from Tendon note Bradford mills running to supply United States gear under favorable Wilwon bil schedules. The Wilkes-Barre area faces costly governance while unrest grows over labor, Cuban policy, and cabinet speculation as McKinley considers Sherman as secretary of state amid Mugwump tensions.
The Times-Herald argues decades of progress in recognizing state and city power to restrain the public from actions harming health. It predicts a future where spitting and negligence in public spaces become criminal offenses, reflecting stricter disease-prevention measures and enforcement.
A short, reflective passage argues that sympathy for freedom struggles abroad is a secondary motive to the United States, rooted in America’s own character and tradition. It emphasizes enduring support and hopes the sentiment remains strong.
The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle notes there is no broad hostility to Bealin in the country. Public sentiment is stirred only by natural indignation at Spain's despotic and cruel methods of dealing with her actions.
The Philadelphia Times reports rising calls for fast and full investigation into alleged canvass and campaign expenditure irregularities in Pennsylvania's statewide senate contest. Sources from the Philadelphia Press discuss contributions and alleged spy activity, urging prompt, decisive action while avoiding partisan prejudice.
The Wilkes-Barre Record almanac 1897 offers concise general information and election statistics for Wilkes-Barre and Pittston. The Scranton Republican almanac, edited by A Lackey, presents varied information and strong lithographed covers. The Scranton Truth 189? edition is a neat pamphlet with illustrations and useful reference material.
A dated campus snippet records Freehleigh greeting an old colored man and a playful exchange about colors and spring. The dialogue echoes old campus chatter and caricatured language from the period.
The Times-Herald notes several candidates for secretary of agriculture are highly skilled in farming matters. Their first act in office may involve bold projects such as integrating unusual tree, herb, and mechanical ideas.
The Times-Therald notes Nansen earned a 25 percent rate for three articles while acknowledging many newspapers pay modest sums. It cautions editors against rushing writers and mentions typical payments ranging from zero to several thousand dollars per piece.
Joel Benton writes of a youth drawn to biology and its strange life forms. The poem Playfully envisions studying amoebae bacteria hydra and wormlike creatures with keen eyes and careful dissections. The eager learner imagines a world of vivid microcosms and odd discoveries.
Rogers offers triple plated knives and forks priced at five dollars. The ad emphasizes durability and value for household dining needs with a simple price point.
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