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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1897
Page
5
In Schanton on November 17, 1817 officials including Senator Quay Senator Maree and Secretary Martin discuss the gubernatorial candidate. They note that garnering public support remains essential to secure the moquiescence of the people.
The column discusses unproven conspiracies around Reeder and Wanamaker, calls for a stricter Corrupt Practices Act, and argues campaigns funding should be regulated. It also critiques Spain’s pacification stance on Cuba and questions how postal bank deposits could be funded. It notes Postmaster General Gary and seeks earnings strategies for postal deposits.
In Luzerne county a quarrel arises between the county commissioners and newspapers over assessing coal lands. Advocates for full land value say royalty should not shield land from taxation. Deputy Commissioner Drelsbach argues that full market value ignores long mine timelines and underground coal, while royalties remain income taxed separately.
The letter argues a six member elected school board may improve efficiency and reduce petty politics, citing New York and Albany examples. It questions centralizing powers, warnings on legality of existing acts, and predicts public reaction and funding effects. The piece ends noting currency opinions diverge among experts.
Major Hearsey, editor of the New Orleans Slazes, tells a New York audience a constitutional convention will curb black suffrage in Louisana by adopting Australian ballots and strict educational and property qualifications. He cites ballot stuffing and fraud as reasons, proposes a $250 property threshold, and asserts whites will protect black rights without allowing domination of the state.
The piece surveys southern views on enfranchisement and the Fifteenth Amendment, questions pledges on black suffrage and disfranchisement, notes Mrs. Josephine Henry’s presidential candidacy platform, and comments on figures like Seth Low and Thomas Hart. It also touches on Cuba, Spain, Canada, and Japan in a broad, skeptical tone.
The Philadelphia Press notes Postmaster General Gary urges Congress to create postal savings banks but questions how deposits would be invested and paid interest. It argues the difficulty is earning a steady two percent above expenses and discusses national debt, taxation, and existing bank holdings.
A column argues against investing postal savings in government bonds or similar instruments. It questions the Gary proposal to fund public works and pensions by “investing” deposits in government securities, noting risks of excessive spending, borrowing on lands, and unclear handling of withdrawals and defaults.
The Chicago Times-Herald reports an Anglian judge dismissed two faith cure preachers convicted of manslaughter for not calling medical aid. The piece notes growing tolerance for faith healers amid questionable medical results and cites past cases, contrasting miracles with scientific scrutiny and calls for broader understanding of physical causes.
A veteran Republican recounts a war era tale of party leadership. Thurlow Weed could have blocked George Opdyke’s mayoral nomination in New York but chose not to let personal enmity affect the party’s best interests. The anecdote ends with a noted regret over weak leadership.
In a tense scene the Spanish commandant receives newspapers instead of food. A supply captain explains bullet holes in papers hinder distribution while troops struggle to pacify Uhia province and deliver official notices.
The Linen Department promotes a Thanksgiving sale on imported table linens amid tariff hikes. Heavy Damask and Irish Linen pieces are discounted. prices range from 10 to 75 cents for towels to 2.50 and up for sets, with special Low tariff pricing on stock.
A list of blankets from multiple brands and colors centered on 10-4 Kingston Oxford and Welland items. Entries show color options red blue pink lemon and sizes 10-4 11-4 108 248 with varying prices and ambiguous spellings.
Curine of California and Elder Pawn Blankets features Robe and Wrapper Blankets Rever aile with brocaded Ladles wrappers Gentlemen's Bath Robes and Smoking Jackets offering a range of luxurious textile items.
Full size Comfortables offered on both sides with prices 98c 1.50 2.25 2.75 and 3.25. French Latino Down Quilts priced at 3.98 for this week only. Also a selection line of Silk available.
An ad promotes a 113 piece Haviland China dinner set in five decorations priced at 27.50. The offer highlights a Thanksgiving dinner purchase with emphasis on value and limited convenience.
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