Metropolis of Northeastern Pennsylvania Claims Growth and Power
The text extols a city in northeastern Pennsylvania with an elevation of 740 feet and a population claimed at 154,103,000. It asserts cheaper electric power than Niagara and positions the metropolis as ideal for new industries. It presents historical population figures and critiques a rival paper, noting disputes over county boundaries. The tone is promotional and combative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Niagara
United States
Opinion on Smith Garb bill upholding strict school neutrality
The piece critiques the Smith garb bill as overblown while arguing it aligns with Pennsylvania constitution sections on religious freedom and public school neutrality. It cites the Gallitzin case supporting nonsectarian teaching and urges liberal, nondiscriminatory practice in schools and employment. It notes the bill’s conflict with constitutional provisions and suggests leaving such issues to public opinion. It also mentions University of Pennsylvania scholarships for a design contest for a savings bank.
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Pennsylvania
Commonwealth
Lta Young
Pennsylvania Supreme Court
Gallitzin
Scholarships Open for European Study and Travel
The first scholarship may fund a year of study and travel in Europe while the second offers eighteen months. Details are available from university officials. Scranton draughtsmen expect winners to attract interest. Harrisburg Democrats who opposed compulsory education may doubt its benefits to the party, noting the bill passed the house 14 to 1.
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Europe
Scranton
Harrisburg
Don’t Support the American Protective Association
A Harrisburg note denounces the American Protective Association as un-American and harmful to civil and religious liberty. It urges that the group be denied legal encouragement and warns against fueling religious strife. The piece also lightly critiques Cleveland’s political ambitions and the idea of a new third party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Protective Rassociution
Hiarriaburg
Commonwealth
American Protective Association
Harrisburg
Martin law in Iowa replaces prohibition with strict licensing
The piece notes Iowa shifted from prohibition in 1899 to the Martin law, a licensing regime taxing saloons and imposing strict conditions. It details fees, deposits, residency and voter consent requirements, distance from churches or schools, attendance rules, Sunday closings, notice provisions, and enforcement roles for the county attorney, framing a wary forecast on state supreme court scrutiny and early improvements.
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Iowa
Commonwealth
Federal Supreme Court
Frank L. McVey
March Social Economist
Ftaelf
State Supreme Court
McVey
Fragmented Commentary on Reforms and Fraud In 19th Century Press
The passage critiques prohibition and social reform efforts, notes alleged fraud by Lam Sraith of Philadelphia, mentions a South Dakota divorce bill, farmer protests against a Dept. of Agriculture, Knights of Labor secessions, a Boston minister’s sermon, Republican ballot reform, a frozen orange and canned corned beef reference, and a cynical view of Congress and the American public.
Enact Compulsory Education: Press Endorses Measure
The Philadelphia Press editorial urges immediate passage of Farr compulsory education bill. It argues lack of schooling harms the state and justifies state intervention to keep all children in school, citing crime, poverty, and national trends toward universal attendance. Superintendent Brooks supports compulsion as necessary and timely.
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Philadelphia
Ta la Londing
Senate
Pennsylvania
Pattison
New England
New York
New Jersey
Ohio
Trindla
Northwest
Mr. Farr
Hidward Brooks
Brooks
Forestiers
Alvin
Philadelphila
Patholplin
Altoona Gazette
Hula
House of Representatives
Farr
People’s palace planned in Madison street business district
Incorporation papers reveal Kev, John Rusk, William Sloan and Zeno Keeney form the People’s Palace a soft drink emporium with billiard rooms and other amusements in Chicago’s business district on Madison street. The venture seeks $100000 capital and hints at a mixed stance on prohibition. The article also notes sheriff proclamation publication disputes and a Gladstone anecdote from London.
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Chicago
Windy City
People's Palace
Kev
John Rusk
William B. Sloan
Zeno Keeney
Madison Street
Shan
Klmn
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Wilkes- Barre Record
Quay
Tribune
Quay County
University of Pennsylvania
Mr. Farts
Wilkes-Barre
Yeu
Washington
Cleveland
Gookul Club
Lam Sraith
Bel
Lum
South Dakota
Lancaster County
Knights of Labor
Boston
Republic
Republican Party
Congress
Gladstone
London New Age
Mr. Gladstone
Sam
Harlem
Orna
Cornell
Washineton Ave
Lacka. Ave
Eureka
Washington Ave
Peking
Raymond Trial Balance Books
Graves’ Indexes
Crawford
Leon Isaac Pens
Lackawanra Ave
Hull & Co
J.D. Williams & Bro
Lackawanna Avenue
Scranton, PA
DR. Hill & Son
Albany
First National Bank
Wyoming Ave
Moore, Fox
Carter and Kennedy
Pirot Presbyterian Church
Washington Avenue
Pierce’s Market
Weber Piano
Guernsey Brothers
Wvomiftia
E. Grewer
Old Postoffice
Penn Arenas
Eee
Unlvure
FE. Grewer
Old Post
Uilding
Peng Avenue
Spruce Street
H. Pricestrom
A. W. Jurisch
Spruce St
Aylesworth’s
Nana
Derren Sor
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