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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1899
Page
4
Litigation is threatened over the governor’s action in recalling for veto a bill he had signed. The bill’s intent was altered in transcription and the governor was unaware of the change. The issue concerns whether he could withdraw a measure once signed, a matter for judicial determination.
The editorial warns Mr. Dunn that his written bid and bond would have strengthened his chance for the Scranton asphalt contract but notes the city already accepted the lowest bid from the Barber company after a public call. It argues the contract stands, the city must fund repairs, and condemns unbecoming pressure or "beefing" while urging taxpayers and wealth to bear their fair share. The piece cites Reading railroad wreck lessons and supports honest dealing and broad taxation equality.
Governor Roosevelt argues for taxing franchise earnings of corporations that derive power from the state. He defends profits of productive business while insisting franchises such as gas and street railways pay a just share of revenue to municipalities. He cautions municipal ownership cannot be discussed until local governments show greater wisdom and virtue.
The article argues Stone overstepped constitutional bounds by vetoing a $500,000 annual school textbook appropriation, not the general maintenance funds. It notes 1893 legislation tied the extra money to free textbooks, expanding state purchases for schools, and cites Representative Farr as drafter. The piece defends the veto as prudent given revenue limits.
Representative Hosack argues the plan to force a special session for a U.S. senator election is untenable. He notes the 1892 mandamus act, later amended in 1899, excludes the governor, placing any power outside current acts. He says insurgents may pursue court testing for public interest.
The Paria grounding is noted for flawless discipline among its officers and crew, in sharp contrast to the disorder aboard the French liner La Bourgogne. The incident underscores differing responses and procedures during maritime emergencies.
The Paris city event triggers revival of ancient Windward Passage and Mole St. Nicholas maps in up-to-date papers, while observers speculate that a Hague conference may become a peaceful gathering if nations pursue peace in their own ways.
An essay on the Lackawanna hospital’s dependence on charitable support. It portrays the ambulance calls as a moral summons urging Scranton’s citizens to fund modern care, praising nurse training, hospital leadership, and the community’s generosity amid funding cuts.
Beginning this morning one hundred Ladies' Colored Silk Waists are offered at $4.69 each, a price well below regular costs. The waists were purchased from a manufacturer at a low figure and compare with Scranton selling prices of $6 to $8.
An advertisement offers silk waists in lavender cadet blue red pink cerise and white with fancy cords, new sleeves and collars, full fronts and cuffs. Sizes 32 to 38 priced regularly from 6 to 7.50 dollars. Distribution details follow.
Jonas Long's Sons offers violet stick pins five cents violet hat pins violet waist sets toc. A three stone diamond ring priced at sixty three dollars with a suggested value of ninety dollars. Sale this week at Rexford Co. 132 Wyoming Ave.
A fragment from Chicago Recon quotes “Other Mothers to Blame” arguing mothers-in-law compare sons-in-law. The piece hints at how upbringing shapes expectations and tensions within families.
The poem describes a sentry named Jo on duty as tents glow with sunlight and a gun gleams. Dawn approaches with a new empire rising in the west while warder figures stand watch over a kingdom awaiting the morning. James Moshan is the poet.
A Tribune Bindery notice promotes neat durable book binding services. It advertises what customers receive when placing an order and emphasizes quality results.
The minister, a former physician and College of Physicians and Surgeons New York graduate, says Ripans Tabules have long aided medical practice though the preparation is now more convenient. He keeps a vial on his dressing table and uses them for digestive troubles and as a general family remedy.
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