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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1894
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR shows names and titles for a political ticket with references to lieutenant governor auditor general secretary and commissioner roles. The text includes garbled spellings and stray phrases likely from a state or county election ballot listing, ending with an odd legal quote about rights and injury.
A Pittsburg Dispatch misattributes a national plan to the Amalgamated Association and Labor, arguing Debs era strikes cost the country over 1 million dollars in direct losses. The piece critiques strike economics, cites railroads, government, and workers, and laments harm to society and banks.
The piece mocks Debs and praises Arthur as a steady, lawful leader for labor. It argues Debs misjudges tactics and would harm both parties, noting public confidence in Arthur and urging restraint despite recent tensions and a mood of anger toward labor movements.
The passage laments officious placemakers and demagogues, praising working masses for loyalty. It voices doubt about Grant Herring’s remarks beyond Philadelphia and mocks political favoritism and the era’s populist rhetoric, concluding with a pun on harvest season and political critics.
A local Easton Express critique mocks Sunday observance sentiments and criticizes Sturges for opposing Sunday utilities while running a Sunday business. The piece discusses legal vs. moral standards, cites Judge Griswold, and praises the rival Radal Post for its Republican stance.
Archbishop Ireland argues arbitration best prevents deadly labor disputes within the bounds of wisdom and law. He cites that strikes hurt innocent third parties, condemns both strikers and agitators, and calls for self protection until courts resolve quarrels. The piece notes his timing and echoes T. V. Powderly’s belief that strikes are largely failures.
Judge Grosseup in Scranton argues against centralized power in labor disputes. He warns that strikes harm the public and workers, praise unions yet fear the subversion of individual rights by single leaders, and suggests many strikers are misled by reckless chiefs.
The Wilkes-Barre Oratorio Society voted to stage a concert at the Grand Opera House to support soprano Miss Kaiser of Scranton. Funds will fund further training as she prepares for a concert tour with Andy Evans, while several subscriptions of 250 are reported. The event aims to advance her vocal education and career, with tickets to go on sale soon.
Fragmented passages discuss Norwegians and family life. A five year old Mary resists being Norwegian and prays for brother’s safety. Also includes quotes about unsophisticated teachers and lists best novels by author and country, reflecting 19th century tastes and opinions.
A fragmented OCR passage presents a string of similes and garbled phrases. The text mixes common comparisons such as as brave as a lion and as bright as a penny with unclear, distorted words and stray numbers.
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