Republicans of Pennsylvania Pick Delegates in Harrisburg Convention
The Pennsylvania Republican State Convention will meet in Harrisburg on Thursday April 23 1896 at 10 o clock to nominate two representatives at large for Congress thirty two presidential electors eight delegates at large and other business. Chairman S. a.? states the event may reveal Quay and David Martin's position.
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Pennsylva
Pennsylvania
Harrisburg
Congress
Ae Xuay
Prediction of Wolverton on party split over silver questioned
The author doubts ex-Congressman Wolverton of Sunbury predicting a split in the two major parties over silver and Cameron's possible nomination. They argue radicals may be overstated and emphasize that Republicans should back a tariff plank while differing on currency, and that Pennsylvania should support Senator Quay for St. Louis.
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Sunbury
Cameron
Republican Party
Far West
Pennsylvana
Minneapolis
Grover Cleveland
Senator Quay
St. Louis
Pennsylvania
Lecky Writes Against Democracy and Liberty
English historian Lecky defends a skeptical view of democracy in a new work Democracy and Liberty. He warns equality can only be achieved through repression of natural development and that democracy risks destroying balance among opinions and classes and weakening parliamentary authority. He argues the polls do not equal wisdom.
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Erlcans
Democracy and Election Integrity in Pennsylvania
The piece argues democracy must improve through active effort and voter education. It warns ignorance and fraud threaten elections and urges Americans to assess and correct flaws in their democracy. Governor Hastings criticizes local candidates exploiting presidential talk to boost support and advocates loyal backing for the Pennsylvania candidate.
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Pennsylvania
Christopher L. Magee
Rail safety progress and public debate in late 19th century
The era shows a decline in railroad deaths and injuries after the 1883 safety coupler law, with about 16 257 killed and 172 109 crippled or injured from 1888 to 1804. Air brakes multiply, safety devices spread, and lawmakers press for corporate welfare and public interest amid debates on national heroes.
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United States
John M. Cloud
Master Car Builders’ Association
Public Figures And Policy Spark Ongoing Debate
In the piece the writer skewers figures like Robinson and Warren as well as discussing capital punishment statistics from Fort Smith Arkansas. The column criticizes the New Era and notes political tensions including Bret Harrity and the capital punishment debate. It also touches on McKinley Hanna and Cleveland hints and a Chicago metals spectacle next July.
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Bret Harrity
Chicago
Quay Praised as Courageous, Steady Candidate in Era
Dr Edward Hedloe hails Senator Quay as a steadfast public figure with clear currency views and no hidden principles. Accounts from Civil War veteran Winfield M Clark and Ald-de-Camp Pearton describe Quay’s bravery at Fredericksburg and Marye’s Heights. He is reserved at home, a bookish scholar with a 10 000 volume library and deep knowledge of U S political history.
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Pennsylvania’s bid to keep firm hold on presidential votes
The Harrisburg Patriot argues the notion that Pennsylvania is too Republican to remotely be in play is outdated and unnecessary for securing electoral success. It claims there are no truly doubtful northern states including Maine and Ohio.
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Pennsylvania Strong in Unity for Quay Nomination
Governor urges united Republican support for Senator Quay with emphasis on protection and sound money. He notes Iowa and Pennsylvania majorities and predicts Pennsylvania could provide the largest GOP margin at St Louis if the home candidate is backed wholeheartedly.
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St. Louis
Republicans Strategize on Money Issue to Avoid Bolt
The Lebanon News argues the Republican National Convention should not antagonize the silver men. It contends the party has wisely handled the money question and can be trusted to do so again, preventing any bolt.
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Daily Horoscope and Miscellany from 1896 Tribune
Ajacebus notes a Friday date with astral hints and local oddities. Mentions a Scranton baseball tale, Frank Robling’s fishing, trout season signals, a brook and municipal building, plus verse and writing tips by Ajacedins and a jab at newspapers like the New York World.
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