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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1897

Page

4

Reading Clerk Fletts Nominated for State House Post

The Scranton Tribune notes PF Wy Fletts of Scranton is chosen for the reading clerkship of the state house of representatives returning to the state capital. The nomination honors his long service as a campaign speaker and public healer, likely pleasing many younger Republicans in Lackawanna County.

Wy Fletts State House of Representatives Fletta Lalor Las Harrisburg Tva Benator

State charity funding debate sparks gridiron politics

The article discusses Pennsylvania charity funding, urging curtailment of state appropriations while criticizing political interference. It argues funds should be matched locally, condemning reliance on wealth to support private welfare and urging the legislature to tie state dollars to local commitments. It critiques partisan pressure and notes opinions about national leaders.

Ave Howesen Uty Kiek Harrion Board Wwe Taney Ita Aosi Fioe Commonwealth Orenda Hitian Pennsylvania Kaushman Quay Impring

Primary Elections Rules and Campaign Filing Requirements

The article explains August primaries for state and county offices, party designation, and ballot procedures. Voters must prove party loyalty or intent, candidates file with the secretary of the common wealth, and counties print party ballots. Voters receive a party specific ballot at the polling place.

Jada Fehustkill County WIL Chalheonged Secretary of the Commonwealth Himgelf Coim Monwealth Capitel County Willows Cavill Wberry Willinming

Nomination procedures and political shifts discussed

The article reviews primary ballot handling from casting to result posting and the lot-based selection of party nominees, noting penalties for violations and spending rules for nomination costs. It discusses foreign policy skepticism, cabinet respect for aging figures, and various political comments including Senator Cameron and Quay.

Federal bankruptcy law urged to unify state insolvency rules

A Philadelphia Ledger editorial argues for a federal bankruptcy law to standardize insolvency rules, curb widespread failures, and protect creditors. It notes rising business failures, the drain on honest debtors, and the need to limit creditor favoritism while aiding victims of misfortune.

Vardous Ciltadelpha Ledger Clmmorchil Pressigi Congress Senate

When Sherman Is Considered For Secretary Role

The Times Herald notes age is not a bar for high office citing Palmerston Disraeli and others who served into advanced years. It argues Sherman could join President Meilinsey's cabinet at 74 with full ability, potentially freeing the secretary to focus on broad policy.

Sherman Haa John Sherman Amerie John Shermain Times-Herald Lord Palmerston England St. Disraeli Glaileione Webster Marcy Pierce General Cass Huchanga Hamilton Fish Meilinsey Chuson

Arbitration treaty as path to enduring peace

A historical defense of a Britain United States arbitration pact with Venezuela and the Monro doctrine. The writer calls it a permanent peace between the English speaking nations, arguing mediation limits war and advances disarmament and rational international law. It lauds American leadership in shaping a lawful path to peaceful coexistence.

Che Montou Hirstind Amerigan England Ameria Binland Amerioa Grea United Kingdom Great Britain Irelaid United States Anil Americang

Wrongdoing and Death by Suicide Tied to Bank Troubles

In a report from the Philadelphia industry pages a string of bank troubles is linked to embezzlement and suicides. One case involves Mr Hammond, driver for the defunct National Bank of Amenold, accused of misappropriating funds and driven to suicide amid accusations and humiliation.

Baltimore

Bank corruption warnings echo through moral lecture

A long moralistic piece criticizes financial temptations and banking misconduct, warning that greed leads to downfall. It stresses integrity, supervision, and the impact on the innocent, urging vigilance against fraud and self‑serving schemes.

Aquarian Child Traits and Fate Outlined in Old Guide

A 19th century astrological passage describes Aquarian children as naturally perceptive, quick to judge character, and adept in trade. They are clever and educated but tend to defer to others. Early fortune appears around age twenty two, with later trials and a wife’s illness noted. The text emphasizes independence and guarding nervous and rheumatic issues.

Willl Remin Tinea Aquiarius Strane Plices

TOLD BY THE STARS Daily Horoscope by Tribune Astrologer

Amedius the Tribune Astrologer offers a whimsical forecast for Thursday June 2. The text blends quirky aphorisms about audience, performance, and social metaphors with playful allusions to symbols like the yellow kid and snowflakes and ends with a call to return a note from Miss Grow.

Amedius the Tae

Bargains on Dinner Sets at Cutting Prices

Odds and ends cleared to make room for spring stock. Dinner Sets on sale very low with many sets priced at 15.00 and some with missing pieces now offered for 10.00.

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