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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1899
Page
4
In a Crangy cryptic note The Scranton Tribune recalls Charley Stone and Wanamaker in Warren and Blair with a grim tone. The line suggests a mean scene and a somber mood as one county is carried after a defeat.
The call for liberal state action grows from Dr Detwiler’s interview as legislators weigh funding to expand occupancy in state hospitals and county facilities. Advocates argue increased funds are needed to relieve overcrowding, provide humane treatment, and avoid treating insanity as a crime, with calls to balance national duties and local care.
The Morrsbore committee on pensions and griefs reports favorably a Skinner bill for a daily pension of one cent for Civil War veterans who served at least nine months and are Pennsylvanian residents. The measure excludes drunkards and may extend to widows guardians of minors, with opposition notes from the Philadelphia Ledger arguing state obligations and broader costs.
The passage argues that granting pensions would empower the state beyond limits under current political conditions. It warns the experiment could be hazardous despite any intended good, and cites Aguinaldo's removal of peaceful advisors as evidence he has lost his own favor in the conflict.
The piece argues that the law must apply evenly to women and men despite perceived juror bias. It cites New York cases of Fayne Moore and Mrs Vermoyle, warns against excusing female convicts, and condemns sexual double standards in judging crime. It also includes wartime and political asides about Manila, Aguinaldo, and public figures.
The Honesdale Herald notes Pennsylvania teacher wages lag behind several states. It cites average yearly pay for men and women in multiple states, including New York and Massachusetts, and reports Wayne County figures. The piece mentions declines in Pennsylvania wages and wide gaps between boroughs and country districts.
A fragmented reminiscence contrasts old times with the present, recalling a garden patch, wing of a porch, and a swing as the narrator longs for the past. It shifts to a scene of grandchildren at home, interrupted by a granddaughter Jane and a curious exchange with a grandchild.
Rh B H Detwiler of Will frameport, a longtime Danville asylum trustee, cites crowding and care shortcomings in state hospitals. He urges targeted funding to add wards at five hospitals and to create a Werneraville warded district to relieve acute cases and improve humane treatment.
The Blair county GOP contest shows anti Quay forces briefly united but Blair elects part or all of Quay’s delegation to the Republican state convention. Union and India led early victories for the anti Quay camp, signaling a pivotal turn in the delegate battle.
The shop proclaims a broad selection of garments in Silk, Cashmere and Bedford Cord priced from 2.00 to 15.00. Infants dresses in Nainsook and Lawn are extensive. New Babies line includes Flannel and Knit Sacques Jackets Bootees and more at popular prices.
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