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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1896

Page

4

Noted Washington rally pleads for Armenian relief

In Washington 2500 prominent citizens including Justice Harlan Rev Dr Talmage Miss Clara Barton urged aid for starving Armenians. Speakers urged stronger action than diplomacy, citing massacres and famine risk with calls for humanitarian intervention and funds.

National Capital Justice Harlan Talmage Clara Barton First Presbyterian Church Our Washington Harlan Supreme Court of the United States Cleveland White House Saia Constantinople A. W. Terrell Armenia

American call to liberty and unity across faiths and nations

The text pleads for divine grace and national strength to uphold liberty worldwide. It envisions America as guardian of freedom for Protestants Catholics Jews Gentiles whites and blacks, across Europe Venezuela Armenia and beyond, urging unity, progress, and action against tyranny. It also questions General Alger’s premature vice presidential honors.

America Lberty Europe Berty Venezuela Armenia Alger

Community urged to back fire-damaged Home for the Friendless

Professor Hiemberger offers a benefit concert by the Symphony orchestra to aid the stricken Home for the Friendless. The Tribune pledges a $100 subscription and urges immediate public response to raise funds, praising timely philanthropy and local culture. England's naval demonstration is seen as an attempt to awe the United States, predicted to fail monumentally.

Scranton the Tribune England United States

Doubts Rise Over McGough Confession in Ross Shooting Case

Reported findings from a governor’s commission to obtain a sworn statement from Dannemora prisoner McGough cast doubt on his confession that It was he not Bat Shea who shot Robert Ross. Twelve witnesses testified to Shea’s guilt, Troy officials doubt McGough, and the case may affect Shea’s forthcoming execution date. Senate Morgan backs Transvaal democracy, but Cuba回应 remains unsettled.

Washington Frederick Dp. Greene National Armenian Relief Committee Turkey Tts Father Stafford Europe Morton McGough Dannemora Bat” Shea Robert Ross Shea Thia Meough Shen Murphy Ross Troy

Reform Bills Outline to Limit Police and Fire Influence

A proposed reform from Senator Quay era plans to submit a series of bills to the next legislature. One draft forbids any paid city police or fire department official from influencing voters on any primary or public election, or any federal state county or local election, under penalties specified in the act.

Quay Commonwealth Fire Adid Egaid Police and Fire Departments Oliver

Detroit Reform Bill Urges Civil Service Integrity

The text outlines penalties for political influence on police and fire department members and city employees. It notes public support for a reform bill, cites Detroit improvements under Mayor Pingree’s policies, and mentions related political commentary and international news items.

Detroit Publc Pingree

Scranton Election Fight Highlighted by Ripple Victory

Letters from Hawley and Towanda note a hard fought Scranton mayoral race with Colonel Ripple defeating Captain Moir on the Republican ticket. Scranton residents credit Ripple’s past administration and question tactics used in the campaign.

Hyde Park Courier-Progress Endorses Republican Ticket

The Hyde Park Courier-Progress urges support for the Republican slate at Music Hall. It praises Colonel Ripple for broad experience and character, backs Dan iel Williams for treasurer, commends Me Widmayer as controller, and supports Charles Fowler, Christin, and William Dawson as fitting nominees amid the recent controversy.

Hyde Park Me Widmayer Monsel Charles Fowler Christin William Dawson Rae

Trust in City Leaders Reinforces Progressive Agenda

Citizens endorse the selection of prominent gentlemen to lead the movement, affirming their capability to manage the important interests of the city. The tone emphasizes confidence in the chosen men and the promise of steady progress for the community.

Republican unity urged to strengthen party control

The Hyde Park Courier-Progress advocates for unified Republican support to advance city county and national interests. It stresses keeping quarrels inside party lines and resolving disputes within the party to ensure safety and cohesion.

Hyde Park

Ripple lauded for mayoral record and possible re election

From the Providence Register officials praise ER H Ripple for six years as mayor calling his administration excellent and stating he should and will be elected again. The Buffalo News notes in The London Times that Venezuelan commission members except Andrew D White are unknown in England and will soon be known, with no Bayard among them.

Providence Register Buffalo News London Times Andrew D. White England Bayard

Daily Horoscope Prawn by Ajavehus and the Scranton Astrolabe

In this Monday feature, readers see a mix of satirical political gossip and personalized zodiac advice. The piece notes Democratic maneuvering for mayoral nomination with sharp, humorous jabs whileHoroscopes for George of Scranton predict romantic misadventure around age 40 and Emma of Providence is urged to curb ambitions toward poetry.

Ajavehus The Tribune Amachus George Scranton Alaska Emma Providence

Office Supplies Push Before Stock Runs Low

A local advert urges readers to stock up on paper, blank books, letter files, typewriter paper, ink, and pens now to avoid future shortages. The message stresses acting early to prevent being out of stock when last minute needs arise.

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