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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 19, 1895

Page

4

Primaries in Philadelphia Set to Decide Contest

Tomorrow's Philadelphia primaries are expected to settle the ongoing election contest and likely conclude it properly.

Phiadelphia

Quay and Hastings Fight Stir Local Reactions

A local newspaper critique counters an article attacking Senator Quay and Hastings administration. It details attempts to split the Lackawanna delegation, notes refusals by Penman and Watres allies, and accuses Willard’s followers of misrepresentation. It ends by pondering Philadelphia police conduct if Penrose were mayor.

Willard Senator Quay William Connell Quay Hastings Quay-tilkeson Watres Denman Penman Carbondate Brooks Wilard

Trade balance shifts under Republican and Cleveland eras

The piece argues that Republican administrations kept exports high and imports low, improving the balance of trade and drawing gold into the U S. It claims Cleveland reversed this, reducing exports and increasing imports, draining cash. It cites Philadelphia Record figures from 1904 and 1895 to support the claim and notes Democratic critique of tariffs. mentions Harrison era export dominance in 1893 and a Scranton Republican anecdote about William H H Andrews.

Cleveland Democratic Philadelphia Record United States Harrison Democratic Party Grover Cleveland

Primaries Vying for Delegates Shape Philadelphia Vote

Saturday primaries yield five Chester county delegates for Senator Quay and one each for Fulton Cameron and Mifflin while administration support wins in Lycoming giving Gilkeson three more. Philadelphia Tuesday’s results may determine the overall outcome as Quay seeks 25 to 30 of 70 delegates to influence Lehigh and final results. The piece critiques Quay for alleged manipulation of the convention roll call and warns the party temper favors restraint.

Quay Chester County Fulton, Cameron and Mifflin Lycoming McCor- Cormick Gilkeson Philadelphia Lehigh County Hastings Low

Pennsylvania Exposition Plans at Atlanta Highlight State Exhibits

The article outlines Pennsylvania’s role in the Cotton States and International Exposition in Atlanta, detailing plans for state displays in Manufactures and Liberal Arts and Forestry and Minerals, including forestry, mining, agriculture, oils, and women’s work exhibits. It notes coordination by Harrisburg officials, aims to boost southward trade, and invites private industry participation and historical relics.

Piedmont Park Atlanta Cotton States and International Exposithomn Ito New South Central and South America Coleague Pennsylvania Legislative Building Harrisburg BE. W H. Warren Ladies’ Auxiliary Commission Tts

Asphalt pave threat sparks Mulberry Street dispute

The passage hints at political punishment of a Republican leader over a split and notes Mulberry Street property owners could boost their holdings value by paving the street with asphalt once a decision is made.

Mulberry Street

A Chapter of True History on Scranton Delegates Race

The Scranton Tribune portrays a peaceful effort to compromise between Hastings and Quay factions over Lackawanna county state delegate selection. It notes Judge Willard’s Superior Court appointment shifted focus to his term and a possible contest, while Republican tensions sparked an aggressive attack on Governor Hastings and Willard.

True History Senator Quay Lackawanna Quay Hastings Wilkes-Barre Scranton Tribune Lickawanna County Hastinga Henator Quay Tribune Willard Thetate Friends of

Political summaries and party records in press clippings

Ex Secretary Whitney touts Democratic record as debt rose and foreign trade fell under Cleveland. Officials report a 0 growth in debt and a drop in exports with a favorable balance shrinking amid Clevelandism. Schuylkill hints at party tactics in state convention and court seats. Philadelphia Record notes third term pledge rebuttal.

Cleveland World Whitney Saye Democratic Party Washington Cleveland United States Slngerly Girover Philadelphia

Police Reform in New York Aims for Fair Enforcment

In a Sept forum Theo Roosevelt argues the New York Police Department should enforce existing laws impartially. He notes prior selective enforcement favored those with political pull and seeks to end backroom favoritism by applying laws evenly to all, without crusades or blue laws.

Theo Rooeavelt New York Board of Police Commissioners Ournoves Mackmall Roosevelt Fortin

Shall Cuba Be Free Title and War Policy Debate

A fragmented forum discussion critiques U S policy toward Cuba linking independence, international authority, and the fate of Spain in the hemisphere. It argues for decisive action to end Spanish rule and references Lincoln and Seward as models of strong governance.

Clarence King Faiand Spain Fort Sumter Cuba Hemisphere

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