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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1897
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune notes players and payers diverge in performance with criticism of yesterday's effort. The piece hints at unrest and the need for discipline, reflecting a volatile mood around the team and its management. The notice appears in a historic 1897 Scranton publication.
The article argues a tariff bill in conference will generate revenue promptly and restore business confidence once imports are absorbed. It stresses Republicans seek equitable protection for American industry and labor, praising the Dingley approach as enduring legislation likely to stand for a generation, with steady improvement expected and no radical changes anticipated soon. It also notes a rumor that Senator Quay may retire from active leadership.
The essay review discusses Edward Bellamy's Equality, a sequel to Looking Backward, praising its detailed social vision where all industries are state owned and women enjoy equal status. It critiqued the feasibility of nonpartisan municipal government and cited ex Governor Roswell P. Flower on partisanship and reform efforts.
The article debates immigration trends citing Dr Benner and Dr Sener while noting past waves and current declines. It argues for preventive laws to guard citizenship and to prepare for future surges, warning against relying on past neglect and urging prudence in policy.
The essay argues that so called non partisan movements collapse into factionalism, lacking cohesion and inviting jealousies as ex-officeholders fill tickets. It notes the German and Irish votes influence selections, and urges using current party systems with honest candidates until a civic culture emerges. Philadelphia Inquirer editor Joseph M. Rogers is cited for securing a key legislative vote.
President Charles R. Skinner argues at the Milwaukee convention that common schools must prepare citizens for duties at the polls, in juries, and at party primaries. He stresses two education elements, the course content and teacher quality, to ground a practical, patriotic education for all children.
The text advocates a structured education system starting with thorough elementary studies for all children regardless of class. It envisions primary mastery before progressing to secondary education, with strong teachers and resources, and eventual access to higher learning and professional schools.
The Times-Herald analyzes renewed Mohammadan rioting in Bombay and Calcutta, blaming resentment against English officials and plague policy. It contrasts Indian unrest with Western imposition, notes imperial challenges, and warns Britain to brace for broader discord among 50 million Mohammadan subjects.
To close out our entire line we cut prices to the lowest notch offering every Shirt Waist cheaper than manufacture. We carry low priced goods with the cream of King and Derby waists. Lots priced at 69c 85c a dollar 1.39 1.50 and 2.00 Belts complement the sale at right prices.
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