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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1895
Page
4
In Scranton on May 81 1805 veterans and patriotic societies led a fine parade. The observance is praised as a successful Memorial Day 1895 with lasting benefits for all participants.
The piece argues the reapportionment dispute rests on principle, not personal feuds with Senator Quay. It urges Quay and allies to abandon obstruction and support fair, statewide apportionment to align with public sentiment and avoid injuring the Republican Party.
The article argues that certain leaders favor restraint yet insist the United States must defend its rights and influence in the Americas. It contrasts a cautious foreign stance with fears of European encroachment and discusses Mexico's silver standard and the impact on global trade and bullion values.
Officials urge strong government action to protect neighboring states from bullying and theft. The call emphasizes treating aggressors as private citizens would when caught in the act, asserting national resolve and disdain for hesitation.
George F. Eliott of the Brooklyn Law Enforcement Society argues at a Cleveland conference that publicity by newspapers deters official crime more effectively than prosecutions. He cites Scranton Traction and pole tax battles, urging independent journalism to safeguard public rights and spur reform and roguery into offense.
The paper will publish Harold Frederic's fine story The Path of Murtagh set in Ireland with vivid Irish portraits. Scranton Traction's ballpark shuttle plan shows crowd mismanagement and manager Barnie vows to hire players if necessary.
A miscellany of light verse and humorous anecdotes recounts courting quirks and romantic tropes, from proposals and female reactions to trains, hospital wit, and streetcar banter. It threads in poems by Foss and Minturn, cartoons of daily life, and brief quips about trains, apostles, and poets.
The Beran ton Tribune advances a four story brick printing building 43 by 90 feet with a rear engine and boiler house. It will feature a brown stone front and house a first floor office, press rooms, bindery, private offices, and an employee library. Construction aims for completion and occupancy by September due to rising business.
Daily horoscope drawn by Amaccus for Friday May 1 with Astrolabe cast at 241 a m. notes celestial positions guiding personal insight and daily choices. Predictions focus on mood, relationships, and opportunities aligned to planetary aspects for the date.
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