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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1897

Page

4

Scranton TriBune Dyvid Weekly Publication Notice

Notice from Scranton Tribune Publishing Company requesting writers to sign their true names for published communications. Addressed to prevent false or controversial content and to ensure accountability in the Scranton, Pennsylvania edition.

the Scranton TriBune Dyvid Weekly Scranton, Pa The Tribune Publishing Company Volumnered Controversiat Hitacter Mike

Elective Board Debate Mirrors Civic Tensions

The piece argues against converting a board from appointive to elective, warning it could empower corrupt influences and political manipulation. It criticizes ministers and campaign tactics, urges pulpit restraint, and calls for higher civic discretion in government affairs amid broader public ethics concerns.

Revenue Solution for Harrisburg Tax Plan Sparked by Corporations

Speaker Hoyers proposes a three year extra mill tax on corporate capital stock yielding about 600000 annually plus a 2100 annual office tax for 3000 foreign firms, with one tenth of retail liquor tax to counties, totaling roughly 4200000 yearly new revenue. He predicts funds for a 3 million dollar capital project within three years, but counties fear county revenue loss and strained local governments.

Harrisburg Hoyers Peninsylvania Lugerne Pohuythit Lackawinna

Trusts and corporate reform ideas in North American Review

Wi Lockwood argues for strengthened laws governing corporations to protect minority stockholders and prevent abuses by presidents of railways and other firms. He proposes a seven-person board, sworn asset valuation, annual accounting, enhanced director liability, minority representation, and broader state powers over charters, while noting enforcement challenges and the need for reform.

North American Review Wi.Lockwood Lonkwood Railhway Amalt Tiea N Omagarity Am Ffuer Core Poptins Massichusette Compe Iniaid Bom Dune Vormanity Ile Ama Bryat North Miasiehuroti Aleo Aliehlaeanm Jd Nila Achblore Mikcourt Hess Missouri

Immigration Restriction Debate At Lodge Bill Conference

A 19th century migration restriction debate centers on a proposed educational test for immigrants and the Lodge bill. The article notes opposition to broad literacy criteria and outlines potential exemptions for family members and older relatives, while detailing how Congress might modify admission rules.

Public Veto Essay Echoes in Political Shuffle

The text reflects public opinion since Cleveland vetoes, noting a looming reshuffle. It mentions Brooks for a vacancy on the Poor Board, Swan’s tenure, and hints at John Pay’s ambassadorship to England. It also references Storer as an alleged obstruction and broader scrutiny of administration brains.

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Voice of the People letter lacks signer and clear details

A fragment from a newspaper voice of the people column shows a defaced writers’ note with garbled signing lines and unclear attribution, offering opinions rather than a specific event or report.

Opposes Brigham Young statue for Washington Capitol rotunda

C A Surteenes of Wool Street, Secranten Pa, reports Colonel F L Hitchcock of The Tribune objects to a statue of Brigham Young in the U S Capitol. He argues no man can conquer wilderness by placing Young among the capital’s moral figures and challenges the Utah state to defend its history.

F. L. Hitchcock Fie Tribune Brigham Young Washington Young Capitol Brigham Utah Willenness Hughamn Young New England Righim Brichum Villoy Virtue

That Insurance Tax Letter to the Editor

A Scranton reader criticizes a proposed tax on insurance premiums, arguing it would miss revenue due to policyholders writing polices outside the state. The writer cites resident agents and large out of state firms, urging the measure to be extended and enforced to reach all taxable property and fire premiums.

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Kansas Reaches Climax of Freak Legislation

A terse note from the Kansas desk reports the state has reached a climax in its frantic lawmaking. The piece critiques the pace and scope of recent bills and hints at political fallout for the governing majority.

Wihoshal Kansas

Fragmentary 19th century notes on social policy and reform

The text presents garbled remarks on taxation and social issues, mentioning proposed state exams, women's rights, and protective measures. It references various places and terms, including Ohio and Missouri, with scattered phrases about laws, fines, and public debate, all in a fragmented historic voice.

Imaginal advliees and the Washington Star discussion

A Washington Star piece critiques Imaginal advliees and political themes, praising conservation and candor. The author reflects on policy, protection, reciprocity, and peace, highlighting a pledge scope and the administration’s stance against war, with references to Weyler and international impressions.

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Uncle Ebony's Frolic at the Depot

A cantankerous elderly Black man enters the depot in ragged clothes and a dusty silk hat, seeking passage. He asserts he has twenty dollars and four cents and asks directions to travel to a unspecified destination, while staff try to understand him and determine where he is bound.

The Washington Star Hiambreia el Lids

Costs of Government Through Ten Year Intervals

The article analyzes government expenditures excluding interest at ten year marks, comparing totals to population and per capita spending. It notes figures from early in the century and estimates a current population of 72 million, with total outlays around 500 million for the year, equating to about 47 dollars per person.

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