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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1897
Page
4
The Scranton council meeting described like a beat warden night, reflecting city governance. The article notes the July 29, 1897 date and references the Scranton Tribune Weekly issue with publishing details and subscription price.
The New York appellate division ruled Jay Gould's will provision paying his son George $100 000 a year for services is a private contract not subject to inheritance tax. Critics warn the decision undermines tax law and highlights wealth defense against taxation. Major Moses P Mandy of Chicago is to head a Paris exhibit in 1600.
The St Louis Globe Democrat urges immediate steps to strengthen coast defenses and the navy. It cites dangers from rival nations and notes James G. Blaine’s warning about preparing to avert trouble. Roosevelt’s call for volunteers shows how preparedness preserves peace.
Merciad notes interest in the Moon doctrine and U S naval primacy as drivers of national strength. John G McAskie joins the executive committee of the State Businessmen's League, signaling Scranton as a political center and promising lively near-future activity.
A simmering clash between state law and federal interpretation centers on Indianapolis street railway fares. The three cent fare act, challenged as special legislation, sparks a legal fight about city contracts and charter rights with potential U S Supreme Court review.
The Philadelphia Times lauds Judge Savidge of Northumberland county for naturalization rules adopted Sept 22 1894 requiring literacy knowledge of government and the ability to write one’s name and read English. Applicants must understand U S government history geography and must demonstrate ballot understanding to qualify. The paper notes the reform as sensible and justifiable and urges future courts to enforce such standards.
The August Cosmopolitan says it will offer university training at no cost to those who can dedicate limited time. Details are sparse but the plan resembles a Chautauqua model guided by an eminent educator, possibly ex President Andrewa, and will be tailored to real life needs.
Commentary lauds John Brisben Walker for funding a social uplift project to improve citizens and neighborhoods. It notes support from media opinions praising his courage, while weighing the feasibility and impact of the plan and tariff debates on public welfare.
Clarence J. Derry and Ethel Derry journey to Alaska chasing fortune after a year’s nuptial honeymoon. Berry and wife leave Fresno for Juneau amid legends of Klondike riches. He borrows $4 to start, endures brutal march, and yields huge dust and nuggets as gold fever grows.
Berry and his wife endured -40 degree cold living in a snow hut near Eldorado Creek in the Klondike. They staked five claims, mined rich paydirt, and sent gold worth thousands to San Francisco, while their future wealth grew beyond measure as they returned home with a wagonload of gold.
A strong editorial calls for strict action against reckless bicycle riders termed scorcher cranks. It argues they threaten public safety on streets and demands bans to racing tracks and heavy penalties for endangering life. The piece cites Horace Greeley on resuming and urges regulation.
From the Rochester Post-Express and The Toronto Mall and Express a report lists various spellings of Klondike and related forms including Klondak Trondak and Prondink. The piece notes philologists doubting the origins while suggesting Pron dak may mean plenty of fish before the year ends.
The Tribune Astrologer notes a playful tone for Thursday July 29 107. A child born today favors home product procurement via tariff on the Montreal ballot. The city covprite appears to be among organizations that can be funny to order while you wait. A quip about death and age at the Klondike and jokes about lumbago are mentioned.
The ad promotes the Lightning fruit jars as the best option available. It highlights pints, quarts, and two quart sizes and urges customers to try them, promising they will not use any other brand.
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