New Scranton Board of Commissioners Sees Shakeup
The Scranton Tribune reports a new county board of commissioners with John Courier Morris as president and John Durkin as secretary. G Q Daniels left as clerk and Herbert B L Taylor county solicitor steps in, bringing promised efficiency in public dispatch and strong public confidence as the old commissioners retire with well wishes from many friends.
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Board of Commissioners
John Courier Morris
John Durkin
Daniels
Debate on congressional representation and suffrage limits
A long exchange cites Judge Crumpacker’s bill to trim representation for states with restrictive suffrage laws. Representative Wilson of South Carolina argues Congress lacks authority under the XIVth and other amendments to alters seats or presidential votes over state suffrage provisions.
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Crumpacker
Indiana
Congress
Representative Wilson
South Carolina
Judiciary Committee
Wilson
United States
Ellison
Walter
Maine
Mavuhichusetts
Connecticut
Mississippi
Louisiana
Colu
Rado
Wyoming
Mnhode Island
Pennsylvania
Delaware
Georgia
Florida
Missiissippi
Tennessee
Nevada
Thomas M. Cooley
Crompucker
Croumpacker
Voting rights clash and constitutional questions raised
The article discusses Congress power over voting rights and representation, citing the fourteenth amendment and disfranchisement of Black voters. It mentions Judge Archbold and Langstaff related to a vacant directorship, and notes scrutiny of public figures including Secretary Gage and Hung Chang amid New Year commentary.
International Law Debated Over British Seizure of German Vessel
Berlin dispatch notes German press coolly assessing Britain's seizure of a German vessel in South African waters. The Neuste Nachrichten cites unsettled law on contraband, warns neutrals against meddling, and predicts a prompt, fair British settlement amid ongoing diplomatic talks. It adds that U S readers should learn from the incident and avoid entangling themselves in war-risk disputes. In Shenandoah region 30,000 miners gain a year start with the highest wages in years, signaling a shift in Democratic strategy and core economic impact for coal diggers.
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Berlin
Germany
Neuste Nachrichten
Great Britain
England
Shenandoah
Indiana Governor Munni Proposes Remedies for Trusts
Governor James A. Munni discusses two remedies for trust evils. He supports a law against price fixing to restrain trade and argues for honest inquiry into corporate effects. He notes the need to protect consumers while considering public franchises and board representation on corporations.
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Indiana
Jion
James A. Munni
Rurte
Ogi
Engineering News
Cear
The Busy Candidate Rides Through Towns and Tales
A satirical verse-broadside lampoons a busy political candidate who courts voters at churches fairs and markets, promising favors while chasing votes. It contrasts campaign theater with a scene of domestic life and a comical cow incident, ending with a pointed quip about Melinda.
Perceived Criminality Gap Between Women and Men
A historical note surveys studies comparing female and male criminality. It cites trials, prison statistics, and crime rates across France Italy Bavaria England Wales and Europe, arguing that women commit fewer serious offenses and are far underrepresented in punishment compared with men.
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O Wen
Limeslow
Franer
Italy
Alweorst
England
Wales
Nicholson
Bavaria
Ivig
Turin
Europe
New Year Greeting From Lewis Reilly Davies
The firm LEWIS REILLY & DAVIES extend wishes for a peaceful year to readers in northeastern Pennsylvania. They praise local prosperity and list towns and places of the region along with a pledge that their store aims to serve customers with boots, shoes and rubbers in the coming year.
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Lewis,reilly & Davies
Pennsylvania
Muslin and Flannel Fabrics Sale Ad
An old newspaper ad lists various fabrics including muslin ginghams flannels and cambrics with prices and measurements. It promotes Lockwood and Lonsdale brands and notes full wear quality with ready made sheets and pillowcases available.
Finley’s Offers Comfortables At Low Everyday Prices
An ad notes Finley’s offering everyday comfortable cotton garments from one to four dollars, with prices stated as below actual value and a reason given that the line is never carried long. It promises best value in comfortable cotton wear.
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Langstaff
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Gage
Hung Chang
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Honda
Lexington
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Eqeer
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Melinda
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Miner's
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Georgetown
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Honerdale
Waymart
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Meacow
Gouldsborn
Tobehanna
Meunt Poon Pocono Sum Creere
Henryville
Borceneville
Portland
Water Gap
Mauch Chunk
Preston Parks
Lake Como
Poyinstelle
Belmont
Pleasant
Uniondale
Forest City
Carbondale
Whiteridge
Esingmey
Factoryville
Ta Dunes
Dalton
Glenburn
Clark's
Chinchilla
Mayfield
Nay Aun
Tinmeta
Wimmers
Maplewood
Lake Aries
Jermyn
Archhald
Wintom Peckvilla
Oy Poteniat
Dickeon City
Waeecenes
Sear Beranten
Binghamton
Conklin Center
Stroudsburg
Woo Long
Prosper
Wyoming Ave
N. Washington Ave
Mercereau
the Hunt
Builders Hardware
Lackawanna Avenue
Gunster & Forsyt
Penn Avenue
Luther Keller
West Lackawanna Ave
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Wiinar
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Hill
Lonsdale
Lockwood
F.C. Muglin
Hest
Snow
Ioe
Mears & Hagen
Henry Belin, JR
Tus
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Dupont
Sporting
Siao Caion
Connell Iil Dieag
Suranton
FORD
John B. Smith & Son
W. BE. Mulligan
Plymouth
Wilkes Livere
Finley
California
Excelsior
Reynolds Bros Stationers and Engravers
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