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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1896
Page
7
Congressmen at large GALUSHIA A GROW of Susquehanna and SAMUEL A DAVENPORT of Erie are listed with election dates May and November 10 in the official notice context.
The Harrisburg convention rejected the Robinson resolution urging second choice support for McKinley over Quay. The editorial argues such instructions imply no confidence in Quay and could be awkward if circumstances change before June 7. It notes McKinley’s strong statewide backing and urges PA Republicans to unite behind their state’s candidate while he remains viable.
A Detroit convention call gathers representatives from commerce labor and agriculture to discuss removing tariff disputes from party lines improving consular service and considering a new department of commerce and a permanent advisory body. The Hamilton amendment on women delegates in Methodism is also discussed with historical context.
The article discusses the Detroit convention’s push for a tariff law based on equalizing duties to reflect production costs abroad and at home, with a planned independent commission to set and enforce rates. It notes President Gar land’s support, broader business and professional backing, and the aim to depoliticize tariff policy. It also covers disputes over women delegates, the Baltimore conference vote context, and concerns about ministerial vs lay delegate influence. It mentions New York City’s growth, Chicago’s population, and Allegheny’s proposed rules on officials serving as delegates, ending with praise for Senator Flinn’s anti-bribery reform.
An old Third Street bank case prompts reflection on physician patient secrecy and the right to disclose. A Philadelphia jury awarded Dr Joyfulr six hundred dollars after he told his wife and others of a patient’s moral delinquencies, raising debate over confidentiality versus public welfare.
Cardinal Gibbons notes no known deliberate breaking of seals by priests warning that journalists wield powerful but dangerous information. The piece argues journalists share a confidential code with clergy and lawyers, stressing the duty to protect informants and avoid breaking trust. It cites press ethics and the peril of leaks alongside remarks on the Diamond Mudge query.
Astrologer notes a Saturday April 25 1806 forecast with playful warnings about a weather loophole. The court term hints at loosening pardons. Alameda reports a bicycle ghost, Scranton shadows in heat, a merchant avoids ads, and Lackawanna gains a Democratic boom prospect. Exercise is advised as spring fever medicine.
The merchant reports steady arrivals of all wool rugs and carpets from rag to velvet. A complete carpet business setup is ready with modern equipment and a stock described as all clean, neutral in tone, and easy to maintain. The best extra supers are priced at 49e per yard.
The store touts 10 wire medium priced carpets with hall and stair patterns. They claim top quality and wide selection with reputable makes. Consumers are invited to compare prices and place orders, large or small, with carpet prices starting at 75 cents per yard.
Local carpet retailer touts moquette rugs as especially beautiful this season. Describes soft mossy textures and meadow-bright colors with matching borders. Advises customers to inspect samples carefully.
Scranton Pennsylvania based manufacturer of Wire Screens announces product line. Company highlights durable wire screens and availability for local industry use.
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