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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1895
Page
5
A brief political item notes chaotic candidate selection in a council race. Report highlights disputed processes at a meeting, with reactions from supporters and opponents. The piece emphasizes confusion and public interest as the contest moves forward.
The piece urges upright candidates for mayor and council in Scranton and condemns corrupt influence in municipal elections. It praises citizen awakening and widespread calls for reform, noting that practical, thorough civic leadership is essential for better laws and honest administration.
A Philadelphia opinion piece argues against turning public schools into trade schools funded by taxes. It urges voters to replace corrupt or indecisive councilmen, highlights corporate influence, and endorses selecting honest, capable candidates to oversee city finances and street maintenance. It cites figures and notable leaders to frame a call for reform.
A reader critiques the Leader's stance on compulsory schooling and illiteracy. It argues perfection is impossible in any government and contends education must improve to ensure broad attendance, warning against using fear or demagoguery to justify opposition to reform. The piece cites General Edward S. Bragg and calls for stronger educational efforts rather than exclusion.
A Monty era editorial mix cites the ejectment verdict issue, arguing against two verdicts per case and noting calls to abolish capital punishment. It includes opinions from Nic holaean Examiner and Pittston Gazette on compulsory education and crime deterrence, urging reform and better juror willingness.
A patchwork column explores January’s calendar history from Rome to Britain, naming figures born in January including Franklin and Hamilton, Burns’s birthday noted, and Burns’s poem praised. Also comments on the Nicaragua canal proposal and regional liquor-law compliance in Lackawanna County.
A rustic morning scene describes birds calling and crops greening as spring approaches. The poem notes carrion crow and peewees, green blades along rills, and the hillside rove illuminated by curling strokes.
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