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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1897
Page
7
A billed notice from The Scranton Tribune raises a question about state law prohibiting demi margarine sale while permitting sale of poisons and intoxicants. The piece cites Philadelphia and New York representation context with a postal matter note.
Council delays ordinance granting a Lackawanna Telephone company privilege amid warnings of private speculation and public risk. Editors urge careful inquiry to protect public interests and note broader concerns on treaties, naval buildup, and national policy.
The Elmhurst Signal weighs in on Reed's bill to fund and guarantee a private Nicaragua Canal company. It argues the measure improperly uses government credit to aid speculative stock, urges against immediate funding, and favors American control later without rush. It also notes Monroe Doctrine principles and questions the monument location in Elmhurst.
The piece questions claims that a US Britain arbitration treaty would end fortifications along the Canadian frontier and halt naval buildup. It argues such economies are speculative, noting European powers spend heavily on standing armies while underfunding education, and expresses doubt about arbitration replacing defense needs.
The piece details Spain’s 100 year drain on Cuba, noting official tallies showing about 17.0 million dollars looted from Cuban treasuries, a per capita tax near 17 dollars before the revolt, and a debt burden that funds of Spain and its army. It criticizes Washington’s stance, urges a future-focused monetary law, and comments on arbitration and annexation questions.
The piece reviews public figures and media, praising a governor hopeful and critiquing politicians like Bryan and Mason. It cites General Calixto Garcia on Cuban independence, praises Leslie's Weekly under John Cilber Speed, and notes social issues such as spitting in streets and concerns about public behavior.
A stream of speculative writing warns of invisible germs and their imagined spread through everyday life. It muses on how microbes might alter behavior and society, from digestion to politics, while urging readers to pause and breathe as fears rise about unseen threats.
The Pittsburg Times critiques Republican members of the TL Hols legislature for barring nominating speeches, arguing such a rule would ease audience discomfort and curb tedious oratory. It praises restraint and warns against elevating oratory over substance in nominating conventions.
The Philadelphia Ledger reprints a harsh critique of Weyler and his order on nonSpanish men near forts saying it condones killing without trial. It links Cuban cruelty to general world indignation and notes famine, smallpox, and devastation for civilians including women and children. It compares Cuba to India in severity.
The Scranton Tribune unveils a compact annual almanac for the current year, stressing political affairs and public concerns. While devoted to political matters for readers and politicians, it also covers other topics, aiming to be valuable in households across its audience.
Chicago News Herald notes a bold nomination wave led by Madonm and denounces old leadership. It elevates Billy Bly as a witty, loyal figure, praising his wide circle and plans to rally support despite skepticism from Washington circles.
Weather outlook for the coming week shows mostly stormy or unsettled days with a mild Sunday and mixed conditions later. Almanac notes add zodiacal aspects and predicted traits for children born on specific dates, including cleverness, inventiveness, or cautions about fortune and behavior.
The Troy Record discusses opposition to acquiring Cuba by the United States. It argues Spain would not yield control, noting Spain still holds the island’s main cities and coastal strip. The piece questions whether annexation would benefit the United States at any price.
The Philadelphia Record notes that the arbitration treaty would save up to 5 million dollars annually by reducing British fortifications and Atlantic fleet expenditures, implying a direct treasury benefit for the United States. The piece discusses potential reductions in military outlays and related wartime costs.
The New York Sun asserts there has been no decadence in the Senate. It praises the chamber's character stability and calls it a deserving deliberative and conservative body ready for serious consideration.
Odds and ends are discounted to make room for new spring goods. Dinner sets are closing out at low prices with many sets reduced from 15.00 to 10.00, though a few pieces may be missing.
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