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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1897

Page

4

Choate Eyes Albany Caucus Votes in Senate Bid

The Scranton dispatch notes Mr. Choate's New York backers expect four votes in Thursday's Albany senatorial caucus, against 147 for Hon. Thomas C. Platt. Choate reportedly spent less money than his rival, with Wanamaker recent tallyes cited as compare.

Choate New York Albany Thomas C. Platt Phin Trea Brother Wanamaker Hansburg Mr. Choate

The Foxy Spaniards in the Cuban Controversy

The author cites Walter Wellman on Spain’s duplicity in the Cuban affair and questions U S handling under Cleveland and McKinley. It praises Spain’s diplomacy via its Washington minister and contends Congress was outmaneuvered to delay American aims, risking Cuban independence.

United States Washington Benur Depuy de Lome Congress Olney Cuba Cleveland Mekkinley

Effort Aims to Abolish Toll Bridges in Lugurne County

A serious push in Lugurne County seeks to abolish toll bridges. The Titteton Gazette editor is thanked for leading the reform, with credit due when the change arrives.

Mae Lugerne Titteton Gaxette

Record of 1890s financial failures and railway foreclosures

The compilation outlines commercial and banking failures with liabilities totaling hundreds of millions, noting 1896 banking losses and 1895 to 1896 fluctuations. It discusses the impact of 1896 on speculation, railway defaults, and potential policy changes to liquor licensing.

Tdun Hiawilithes Sig Slaisio

Senator Sherman Shifts Stance on Courts and Census Bureau

The discussion centers on objections to curtailing courts and the census bureau. The author notes Senator Sherman moved from a determined foe to an apparent friend over the past year and questions what caused his reversal in opinion.

Sherman Spain Senate Kle

Grand jury urges reform to curb county legal costs

Luzerne county grand jury reports excessive judges and constables fees and calls for legislative action. It cites auditors figures showing over 60 000 paid in one year and urges reform to cut costs by limiting costs in petty cases and reducing frivolous actions.

Madge Lynch ISS Lugerne Justicces

Kentucky Primary Elections Outline and Observations

A summary notes Kentucky uses secret ballots and strict general election laws for primaries. It cites bipartisan support and mentions Senator Brown of Westmoreland County and Pennsylvania as points of comparison for possible adoption of the Kentucky precedent.

Kentucky Brown Westmoreland County Pennsylvania

Public's Fault in Press Abuses Draws Court Comment

A public defense of responsible journalism is urged, citing Justice Mitchell and former Governor Tilnius. The piece calls for protection against sensational anonymous reporting while condemning mudsling and urging editors to uphold moral standards and cooperate with the judiciary.

Duree Dumares Ilvenve ibuUse Peopl Hewa United States Wimin Mitchel Tlinuls New York World and Journal New York Evening Most Philadelphia Public Ledger American Journalians Binglard Armerica McChure

Pennsylvania Civil Service Reform and National Guard Debate

The piece argues for civil service reform and a clean political process in Pennsylvania. It notes Governor Hastings opposed sending the National Guard to the inauguration at state expense unless a near unanimous sentiment and favorable quarters are guaranteed. It mentions a draft anti corruption act, a 1856 Republican reunion in Pittsburgh, Wilkes-Barre hotel plans, and Governor Leedy of Kansas being urged to back an anti corset law.

Hastings National Guard of Pennsylvania Washington Lil Leedy Kansas

Spain's Cuba War Frauds and Weyler Brutality Exposed

A Cuban interior observer reports a planned Madrid strategy to pacify Pinar del Rio and Havana by extermination of insurgents or noncombatants. Weyler’s campaign allegedly kills many, imprisons few, and seeks to pressure US Congress with staged reforms to gain home rule. The piece criticizes Madrid’s deception and warns of further massacres.

Genesi Weyler Spain United States Gieneragl Weyler Iis Pinner del Hia Havina Montingas Hia Weyler Madrid Wesler Havana Hiner del Rio Pings del Rio American Congress Pion Unitel Biites Cuba Woevler Pinar del Rio

Me inles ail ministration inquiry in Spain prompt withdrawals

The text reports efforts by the people of Cota Jom through commercial and political channels to influence the Me inles ail ministration in a follow procedure sketching a plan to curb U S support for Spain. It mentions President McKinley and the aim to withdraw backing in response to events in Spain.

Cota Jom Cleveland Spain Mckinley

Law Examination Tourd and Local Bar Meeting Report

A county law examination tour and a Superior court session are detailed. The Lumilla county bar shows strong turnout at the Federal building with several attorneys admitted on motion. An upcoming civil service exam draws over 400 applicants.

Lumiltie County Superior Court Bisttet Donte Mell John T. Lonahan J. Butler Woodward G. GL. Maleny Inadie H. Hand B.og. Butler Dorept Moore C. O. Stroh A.C. Campbell C.F. Bohan I. O'Neil Guetuy Hihn Frank J. McAndrews Tintin Yeaterday Dar Oarlen & Kelly Brienetlie Mr. McAndrews Mr. Welly Myr Chintit Mears Mir Timlin Jermyn Will Elvil Gvary

Suggestive Figures From Chicago Tribune On Heredity And Alcohol

The excerpt cites widespread alcohol and tobacco consumption in the country, totaling millions in dollars and impacting workers. It notes heavy expenses on liquor and nicotine, and warns of social ills including deterioration of character, family disruption, and general decline in industrious living.

Chicago Tribune

TOLD BY THE STARS Amacchus Daily Horoscope

The Tribune astrologer notes Tuesday January twelfth in a retro era mood. It hints political figures and social fortunes with quirky imagery and moral reflections about perseverance despite hardship.

Amacchus the

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