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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1895
Page
4
A Democratic paper expresses confidence that Democracy will regain control as the Republican faction struggle ends. It argues the war will end soon and Republican harmony will be stronger than before.
Delegates from Lackawanna Third district meet in convention to choose a state delegation on the 28th lnst. Quay praises the solid Republican front and Hastings defense while McClure attacks Captain John C. Delaney over public building contracts.
Secretary Carlisle promised a surplus as the new fiscal year began July 1 but the first month shows a deficit over 16 million dollars. Analysts warn without tariff and revenue policy change the nation faces growing debt, with bond issues already used to meet obligations and a potential 120 million dollar year deficit. The outlook hinges on a Republican-dominated House and a fragile Senate as the Populists may hold balance of power.
The article discusses President Cleveland's stance against revising the Wilson Gorman tariff, arguing he would not alter it despite Republican pressure. It notes deficits under his administration, the political maneuvering around Luzerne and Lackawanna delegates, and Quay’s claims across counties as factions clash in primary outcomes and state convention battles.
The Philadelphia Times argues Governor Hastings faces factional blows from within his own party after a swift rise to power. It contends he did not seek the quarrel with Senator Quay, that McClure's Times distorts blame, and that Hastings must withstand a forced, self-inflicted conflict.
The piece contrasts Hastings and Hoyt party tactics, laments a failed free concert at Court House Square, notes income tax costs and returns, and touches on Hawaii annexation talk. It also mentions 1896 politics with Morrison and Stevenson as potential Republican rivals, and Cleveland’s candidacy status.
In Chester county presses debate the rivalry between Cameron and Quay takes center stage with Gilkeson blamed as a party mediator. Local editorials warn against Gilkeson and urge support for Quay or Cameron while praising Hastings Connell and urging firm party leadership.
A Barrons Londom Letter excerpt compares English and American politics noting moral contrasts and odd practices. It cites a London division rumor that a candidate quietly gave a sovereign to a Congregational church plate and the ensuing explanations by his allies and church members.
The piece surveys British campaign methods from vote selling to posthumous campaigning with Spurgeon and Bright images. It notes American views on British political culture, the respect accorded to public men, and the ideal of public virtue shaping leadership.
A collection of brief quips and lines from newspapers including Albany Argus and Washington Star. The items range from a printer’s shop gag to a kiss rebuke and a trout weighing remark. The tone mirrors playful, comment style of late 19th to early 20th century journalism.
Clarence M. Florey, sporting goods dealer on Wyoming avenue, devises a scheme to keep boys interested in baseball. With every ten cent ball or bat he will give a uniform cap and belt, among the hustlers is Mr. Florey.
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