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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 1896

Page

4

Republican State Convention in Harrisburg on April 3

The Republican electors of Pennsylvania are notified to meet in Harrisburg on Thursday April 3 at 16:00 in the opera house to nominate two congressional at large representatives and thirty two presidential electors. Eight delegates to the national convention will be chosen and other business may be transacted. M S Quay, chairman.

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Mayor Bailey Address Points to City Growth and Revenue

In his first council message Mayor Bailey praises predecessors and urges practical reforms. He backs a West Lackawanna avenue project, paid fire department, expanded parks, free public baths, and a job registry. He warns Scranton’s growth requires higher revenues through equitable assessed-value equalization to avoid tax burden shifts.

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Pattison Emerges as Possible Democratic Nominee

The piece notes the withdrawal of Carlisle and the appointment of three Pennsylvania postmasters on Harrity’s recommendation. It argues ex-Governor Pattison could be the most viable Democratic presidential nominee this year, praising his clean life, appealing persona, and lack of a dangerous record despite some party factions opposing him.

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Controversy Over Presidential Nomination Tactics and Quay McKinley

A Rochester Chronicle analysis discusses Democratic maneuvering around Pettison and the Goo Goo alliance, clarifies Senator Quay's stance toward McKinley, and affirms McKinley and Quay mutual support while urging restraint from press speculation. It also notes Harrison marriage interest and Beamish appointment, with currency redemption figures contrasting surplus and deficit periods to critique Democratic fiscal policy.

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Republican protection and debt in Harrison era policy

The article argues that under President Harrison the national debt was reduced and asserts that Republican tariffs were wise, while Democratic tariff policies were folly. It contends protectionist policy kept the nation solvent, and if Harrison had been reelected, borrowing would not have been necessary.

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Unclear Campaign Tactics Questioned by Lycoming County Leader

County Chairman Howard Ivon faced scrutiny over attempts to aid Milas Deamer’s national delegate candidacy by leveraging office power. The article notes McKinley sentiment and counterclaims that Deamer’s name appeared on ballots or placards unauthorized by the county executive committee, raising questions about official authority and fairness.

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Political Maneuvering and McKinley Support in Lycoming District

The piece analyzes contested prerogatives and potential missteps by Lyons and McKinley factions. It notes four delegates vying for the Republican national convention from Crawford, Erie, and surrounding counties, with Andrews as the Quay candidate and Jesse Moore aligned with McKinley. It mentions intraparty tensions involving Miner and Hart and cites General Groovenor’s McKinley table across multiple states.

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Daily Horoscope From Amacchus Warns Politicians

The Tribune astrologer notes a 3.19 a m draw for Tuesday April 7 184. A child born today will agree Richedet mocked Scranton mayoral mind. Satire on Batley and Connell administrations hints at Crown of laurels for wise councilor who crafts all pleasing ordinance. Do not judge by appearances or shouted opinions.

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