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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1901
Page
7
The Scranton Times on January 18 1901 noted Thursday night’s common sound meeting was broken up by saloon influence. It claims only Democratic members obstructed by staying away from the council chambers.
The mayor cites acts from 1695 and 1895 to fix common council representation but finds no legal method since Scranton as a second class city never filed taxables or appointed a five member committee. The piece warns that acting on the mayor’s apportionment risks unlawful seating and court challenges. Life imprisonment for the Paterson criminals is deemed fitting, and calls for public opposition to a marked pardon.
City council debates street railway taxation seeks equity with rival lines and new franchise expectations. Separate analysis notes the United States timber trade growth, imports from Canada and tropics, rising timber values, potential shortages, and forestry policy shaped by scientific management and forest protection.
A varied chorus argues wealth versus public duty as Carnegie faces the idea of dying rich. Critics say the country should guard taxation as a safeguard while defenders urge personal seeding and lasting legacy before departure.
Governor Odell backs a bill drafted in Albany to turn into the public treasury most fee revenue now lining county officials’ pockets. He argues salaries must be fixed on a public, transparent basis to curb political spending while retaining the stamp tax on checks, a $9,000,000 annual revenue.
Ajacchus the Tribune astrologer casts a 200 am chart for Saturday. It warns wealth may not bring happiness but enables talks with the tax collector. It notes scarce crows would hinder banquets and praises a man who can acquire a bylant caver amid muddy cons edlemee.
A weekly note on municipal waste outlines English and American approaches to profitable garbage disposal. It cites Col. Waring’s failed New York plan, St Louis and Buffalo programs, and Washington DC’s detailed collection system, urging adoption of waste-to-value methods.
Quotation from Wilkes-Barre papers cites mixed reactions to the triumph of Matthew Stanley quay. Observers note a range of viewpoints, with some praising the victory and others offering sharp, varied critique.
The Tritone calls for an end to family quarrels and welcomes respectable reform leadership using decent methods. It notes the public is tired of infighting and seeks peace, while warns that broad commonwealth opposition resists manipulative tactics.
The Tribune argues against a flat advertising rate charging the same per inch for all sizes. It urges a graded scale that rewards large advertisers with lower rates, comparing to bulk discounts offered by other industries and railways. The piece defends openness and fairness in pricing and claims Tribune favors substantial buyers.
A public notice describes a popular clearing house for renting houses selling real estate or exchanging property. It notes services for employment and situations, with advertising at one cent per word and six insertions for five cents, except for situations wanted which are free.
Help wanted for a male energetic salesman in school supplies. Position offers $100 salary plus commission with country work. Recruiting through R. C. Evans & Co of Chicago.
George G. Mahy defends the Young Men's Christian Association against a critic, arguing the association’s work focuses on social, physical, and educational outreach. He disputes claims of an “imitation saloon,” citing extensive funding, growth, and attendance as evidence the Y M C A strengthens character and community.
The Pittsburg Commercial-Gazette analyses post election sentiment and urges reform of city government to curb patronage and police influence. It notes legislators from the city opposed the Republican senatorial candidate and warns against power concentrated by a single faction. The paper calls for honest, economical administration and governance by the people.
A Scranton notice advertises Dave's Orchestra performing at events including pivting parties and weddings. The listing names conductor Hauer and the venue areas around Wyoming Avenue and Washington Avenue, with mentions of Megargee Bros Printers and local suppliers.
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