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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1895

Page

4

Senator Quay backs Watres for state executive post

In a political note, Senator Quay selects ex Lieutenant Governor Watres to represent northeast Pennsylvania on the state executive committee, signaling preference among local hopefuls. The piece debates Japan Russia in Asia, citing an interview with a Japanese diplomat and views on imperial ambitions, Christianity, and future regional power.

Quay Watres Pennsylvania Japan Russia Asia Chester Holcom Pekin Legation Tokyo John A. Cockerill New York Herald China England Englana St. Petersburg Shimonosek Cockerill Rusela

Labor, Legislation and Lincoln Mentioned in Political Comment

The article discusses Democratic plans to abolish the Superior court and Republican resistance. It notes a forthcoming nonpartisan labor commission bill by Rep Phillips and highlights labor progress from 1840 to 1892 per Wright’s wage study. It quotes Washington Post on reduced hours and rising wages, and praises Senator Quay for future legislative impact.

Congress Phillips Pennsylvania House Mir Wright Washington Post United States

State department delays in Waller case draw scorn

The piece denounces the U S State Department for failing to provide a transcript of evidence in the Waller case, accusing France of ignoring American demands and predicting eventual release amid public pressure and weak American posture. It laments slow progress and contrasts with a stronger, revolutionary leadership.

State Department Waller Sach France Iate Mr. Bhume Promised Washington State Department

Early horseless wagon muffles city nerves and boosts health

An optimistic view links the arrival of the horseless wagon to fewer nervous disorders in big cities. Less noise from drays and drivers, along with a quiet bicycle-like ride, is expected to calm neighbors and improve public health. The text also mentions a boreechen wagon demonstration with a cannon.

Gotham store tests noiseless delivery wagon

An omnibus is described as suitable for a large Gotham dry goods store. The vehicle moves quietly and rapidly, with witnesses praising its performance. Costing from 1 to 50 cents per day, it promises savings over the two horse propulsion system.

Gotham

Cuban American writer questions neutrality amid Spain Cuba war

A Philadelphia Press contributor argues that U S neutrality law cannot apply to Spain’s actions in Cuba while Cuban patriots seek self government. He criticizes the administration for aiding Spain, censoring arms for Cuban rebels, and deploying war vessels to Cuban waters, claiming it betrays republican ideals and tires American patriotism. He also alludes to Cleveland’s Supreme Court in criticizing appointive judiciary.

Philadelphia Spain Century Dictionary United States Bpantvh Cuba Cuban America

Are Criminals Sane The Forbes Winslow Interview in New York

London physician Dr. Forbes Winslow argues most murder suspects are homicidal lunatics. He cites England’s Old Kent Road case, noting a faux sane verdict led to hanging. He warns imitation fuels youth murder trials, but stresses homicidal lunacy is curable though rarely safely freed.

Forbes Winslow London New York St. Louis England Old Kent Road Old Bailey Broadmoor

Unclear reasoning on murder cases and kleptomania discussion

The speaker claims to have investigated murders, sought Yard assistance, and theorizes on imitation and moral lunacy. He cites a medical student’s death in the Thames by suicide and argues that Oscar Wilde’s case illustrates insanity. He advocates punishment opposition and notes murder rates in Belgium after abolition.

Jack the Ripper London Gootland Yard Whitechapel Pat Scotland Yard Thames Oscar Wilde Belgium

Reform Talk Prompts Call for Model Legislature in Pennsylvania

In Northvtown Herald W H Relff argues for merit based bills, reduced lobby influence, and a genuine reform era. He lauds the convention platform and notes Democrats backing Quay as allies, expecting party dynamics to shift with a new legislative approach.

W. H. Relff Northvtown Pennsylvania Quay

Quay Triumph Shapes Pennsylvania Gamble in 18

The Globe-Democrat notes Quay's victory signals Pennsylvania unlikely to back Harrison in 18, while recalling Harrison's 182 chance when he secured Pennsylvania’s support with substantial votes. The article stresses the tension between state backing and national outcome.

Quay Pennsylvania Harrison

Daily Horoscope From The Tribune Astrologer

Amaccus the Tribune Astrologer casts for Thursday September 11 7. A child born this day will have keen perception and stay present minded not swayed by talk of next year in politics or baseball. The note warns of political shifts and belittles Democratic and Republican contempo raries while advising caution with investments in Mr Barnie's colts.

Amaccus the Tribune Lackawannan Hastings

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