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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1895
Page
4
The Tribune Building in New York lists Fearn and Gray as managers under the Orrick organization.
The text presents a city profile with elevation above tide, population estimates for 1894 and earlier decades, voter and school figures, bank deposits, and school property value. It emphasizes opportunities in electricity, water, and new industries, urging timely philanthropy to alleviate distress and support growth.
The proposal by Representative Merritt would remove concealment features from drink shops, ban pool tables and music, restrict holiday access, and make entry evidence of liquor sales. Licenses would be issued in the seller’s name and may be revoked with two year disqualification, backed by heavy penalties. The measure faces questions on prohibition and state involvement, while broader labor arbitration bills spread across states without clear penalties.
The article questions public handling of minor labor disputes and calls for genuine official statements. It notes Elmira Advertiser’s wary stance on Queen Liliuokalani possibly touring the United States and mocks fears about her presence, mentioning a "coffee colored creature" in a slur.
A fiery editorial critiques hypnotism as a defense in Claus Blixt’s murder case of Miss Ging in Miniverpolis. It warns of mind control eroding justice, notes Blixt’s plea timing, and discusses broader dangers to trials and public policy including proposed funding and political figures.
General N. M. Curtis argues against death penalties and juror exemptions that impede law enforcement. He cites juror conscientious scruples and the misuse of appeals, urging reforms to ensure impartial juries and removal of irredeemable punishments. He condemns sentimental resistance and calls for robust execution of penalties to deter murder.
Voters urged to weigh candidates for Scranton council and elect only those with integrity and nous to drive growth. Praise for Representative Charles P. O Malley as an active state house worker in Harrisburg.
The piece cites Governor Seward urging humane reform to preserve supremacy of law without sacrificing life. It cites Daniel OConnell advocating abolition of capital punishment and juror ethics, plus Luther Mathew arguing Christianity forbids humans from taking life.
A fragment from the Scranton Tribune notes a poet with keen eye for worn details amid snow. The piece hints at a distinctive voice and local color, reflecting midwinter scenes and the poet as observer.
A dialect style fragment depicts a worker who never earned cotton money or gave speeches. It describes him as quiet, rarely voting, and avoiding street talk while moving around and shuffling. The voice notes his elusive presence and economic hints with phrases about a dollar and exchange.
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