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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1901
Page
4
The Tribune notes the need to enforce the law requiring preemptive reporting of contagious diseases. It argues the rule is just and necessary and urges adherence and timely updates from authorities.
The announcement states Senator Vieughin will not run for the orphanage court judgeship due to eligibility doubts and will seek re election to the senate. Supporters believe his continued service in Harrishire for four more years offsets the value of a judgeship.
A lengthy editorial laments the collapse of the firemen strike and urges a return to work at the Delaware Lackawanna and Western Steam company. It cautions workers against demagogy, stresses steady effort and better pay through peaceful means, and hopes Northeastern Pennsylvania enjoys an orderly Sunday at Nay Aug Park.
A study of completed state appropriations shows Lackawanna receiving 147 225 dollars while Luzerne gets 86 250 despite higher population. The gap favors Lackawanna by 960 095 dollars, due to legislative bargaining and restrained obstructionist tactics.
Lawmakers approve 215 025 for Lackawanna state aid and 70 000 for Lackawanna hospital converting it to a state institution. Governor vetoes Taylor hospital funds, prompting renewed effort by local representatives to sustain charity. Patrolman Thompson case cited as cautionary warning about over solicitation.
The Social Standards columnist argues over Pierre Lorillard’s will and the public’s sympathy for his unhappy marriage. The piece weighs whether modern morality has improved and notes that public opinion both softens and condemns varying misdeeds, while denying hypocrisy in Lorillard’s conduct.
The secretary of the navy is urged to order a court martial to settle a disquieting controversy in fairness to the naval service. The Covay tate treneuvership boom faces danger of failing to survive its first summer.
The piece argues for a government backed emergency note system to bolster liquidity during financial flurries. Bankers, led by James H. Willock, propose that the controller of the currency keep a reserve of special notes usable in emergencies, with banks allowed to swap bonds for emergency currency up to their capital. A tax would deter idle use, benefiting small banks outside clearing houses.
The Texas and neighboring states arrange for a national Grand Army encampment in Cleveland. Mrs Margaret B Dixon national president of the Ladies Auxiliary navy veterans attends with ties to Detroit. Harry Burns of Florida attends for regional department headquarters. Architects Hubbell and Benes chosen for decorations and a handsome official delegate badge is approved for delegates at St Louis.
Notes of Military Interest claims the United States Army, by size, is the most expensive military establishment. The report compares annual costs per soldier across nations, citing figures for the United States Germany and other powers with figures in the millions for each year cited.
A Rochester Mat-Express discussion condemns lawyers who ignore witnesses’ rights and weaken credibility by eliciting unfavorable information. It argues only relevant testimony should be admitted to preserve judicial respect and proper administration of justice.
In Philadelphia a ceepentine dancer quits after the manager asks the tac lady to step in for a sick snake charmer. The tattooed man notes the dancer found the demand too much.
A New York Sun poem contemplates aging and aging’s gifts. It argues that a graceful, silver-haired woman embodies enduring wisdom and strength beyond youthful beauty, noting how time refines character and deepens spirit.
An advertisement asserts that oil drives future wealth more than coal, urging moderate earners to buy shares in the Pacific Coast and Texas Oil Company. It touts cheap California oil, strong management, and undeveloped lands, with shares at 20 cents expected to rise as wells are drilled. Officials cite the Broadway Bank and Trust in Los Angeles for references and contact the Investment and Finance Co for details.
Special correspondent reports Cleveland preparing for the Grand Army encampment in September. John H. Blood chairs the public comfort committee which operates a 64 Superior street headquarters with fifty canvassers listing boarding houses for attendees. The city will host information and package stations, resting spots, chairs along the parade route, and ice water stations to serve an anticipated crowd of up to three hundred thousand. The National Mexican War Veterans association plans a concurrent convention.
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