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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1897
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune Tech and Weekly lists subscription price at 16 cents a month. Publication details show delivery through the post office in Scranton Pennsylvania dated September 29, 1897.
Sinto state treasurer and HGACOM of Wermitemard appear alongside Auditor General LeVI G. M'CAULEY of Chester and other county officers including Sheriff PRYOR and District Attorney JONES. The text notes November election day and discusses injunctions affecting editors and judges with a Wisconsin case cited.
The piece highlights railroad as a barometer of business revival with crops, prices, and Western lines rising. It notes Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul declaring an extra dividend, Northern Pacific improving, and Wall Street eyeing 6 percent returns while investment funds flow into industry and employment grows.
A fiancé receives a sudden summons to Baltimers just before a wedding set for October 4. The loved one, anxious over the abrupt departure, watches a romance possibly shaped by writers who favor dramatic finales. General Woolford and the Duke of Tetuan meet, reportedly admiring each other amid polite exchanges. The Queen Regents’ warm reception of the general prompts speculation about Spain’s intentions for his mission.
The piece argues the imminent extinction of the Alaska seal, noting the cultural and economic losses, while urging international cooperation to regulate sealing. It also critiques art exhibitions including MacMonnies Bacchante and WCTU objections to Metropolitan Museum display, urging public view to reassess resolutions.
The Providence Journal warns against feeding city garbage to swine, citing disease risks from parbage fattened pork and the danger of trichinosis. It argues municipal action to protect pork consumers and urges clean, safe cooking and disposal methods. It also notes a distant prospect of mineral wealth in Cattaraugus County backed by a spiritualist geologist.
Present appearances show a rise in gold production likely to spark a currency revolution worldwide. An exchange notes this notable shift as a key feature of current money already altering monetary conditions, driven by gains in major mining regions.
Analysts note demand shifts favoring gold as new discoveries boost supply and coinage gold content. They predict future financial changes as gold becomes more plentiful and widely used in currency, potentially with durable inexpensive coinage.
The Tribune Astrologes draws for Wednesday September 20 1897 and comments on zodiac signs and public matters Amedhus notes stray remarks about street cleaning dust and a nod to pumpkin pie making while hinting at political content in contemporary papers.
The piece laments debased money harming national industry and cites San Domingo currency woes and U S tariff policy. It notes San Domingo dollars devalued to 30 35 cents and foreign coins circulating, while reform attempts restrict their use. It contrasts Wilson era salt duties with Dingley duties raising prices and employment.
A Providence Journal discussion questions whether higher summer temperatures influence crime rates. It notes observed lynching and sensational crimes in hot regions and asks if cooler weather will change crime patterns, suggesting heat may affect the brain and behavior.
The Detroit Tribune notes popular indignation in Greece over settlement terms and traces blame to mobs that propelled the war. It argues rulers knew outcomes, mobs now seek to shift blame, and widespread meetings threaten harsher acts against the government during peace terms debate.
Text fragment discusses consequences of failure and punishment to deter actions in future. It mentions Europe as united in making someone submit. The passage is incomplete and lacks clear names or dates.
English financial journals promote caution on U S investments while noting steady rise in American security prices. Rail traffic shows growth with monthly business surpassing prior year, suggesting British investors may return after past discredit, but repurchasing at higher prices will benefit American holders.
From Lealle's Weekly this piece urges readers to cultivate the saving habit during prosperity. It cites Peter Cooper as an example and warns that excessive spending now can lead to hardship when wages fall, stressing frugality and budget discipline for four forthcoming “great years.”
A New York Evening World item recalls Louis XIV spent vast sums on buttons in 1685. It cites 432 boutonnieres, many diamonds per button, with totals reaching millions of francs and dollars. The piece notes lavish royal indulgence during his peak mania for adornment.
A Philadelphia Ledger excerpt attacks a New Orleans mob that tries to burn a schoolhouse slated as a yellow fever hospital. It condemns the ignorant vicious elements and says only force can restrain the mischief by the unruly mob.
Elmira Advertiser notes Mile. Coupsdon the prophetess claims the angel Gabriel has gone on strike and will no longer inspire her. She believes he waits for a coup to restore the French monarchy, presenting a plausible explanation.
The St. Louis Republic notes Tomble Stone’s population has fallen from 10,400 to under 1,000. The piece observes founders were overly foresighted when choosing the town name.
The Detroit Free Press reports that conviction likelihood increases as experts in Chicago connect to the murder case. Local coverage notes strong testimony and mounting evidence against a key suspect amid ongoing court proceedings.
Finley’s for Fine offers a ten day sale on three specialty dress patterns. A wool mixed cheviots line at 1.98 per pattern and Jacquard Camel’s Hair effects at 3.35 per pattern. A Crepon effect novelty saltings line at 4.85 per pattern.
Listing details mixed porcelain sets with multiple pieces described by condition and price. Includes Royal Blue English porcelain priced at 16.00 sale and other Brown and American china sets with various counts and values. Offers a dinner set opportunity for buyers.
Florence C. Baird writes in Ladies' Home Journal that the arrival of a baby brings brighter songs and a perfect daylike light. Sorrow fades as happiness grows and time seems swift with new life filling the home with joy.
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