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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1896

Page

2

Flood of Silver In Dutchess Money Question An Easy One

William J. Bryan delivered a campaign speech at Madalin Dutchess County praising free coinage of silver and bimetallism. He argued for expanding silver demand to raise its value and criticized gold standard supporters while urging U.S. leadership on monetary policy.

Barrytown William J. Bryan Madalin Dutchess County Bryan Chicago Blaine Congress United Staes United States St Hreouch

Uncle Steve Melton’s blunt eloquence in Jacksonville

The Florida Times-Union notes Uncle Steve Melton famed for charitable dispensing and his use of forceful language. A wealthy Cuban visitor, seeking to learn English, stayed at Melton’s house where the host’s blunt terms and an awkward greeting with a bowed hand and “dad glad if I ain’t to meet you” are mentioned as part of the scene.

Steve Melton Jacksonville Florida Times-Union Steve Senora

Bryanites Muddle as Jones Traps Populists in Pennsylvania

The Tribune reports a heated Democratic scramble ahead of the election. Senator Jones faces pressure from Populists and Dems over Sewall and Bryan tickets. In the South several states may back McKinley, while Hoke Smith resists the Chicago ticket. Harrity faction battles in Pennsylvania as James R. Young eyed for Congress.

the Tribune Mth Street N. W Washington Bryan Tom Watson Sewall Jones Democratic National Committee St. Louis Watson South Mason and Dixon McKinley Hobart Kentucky Tennessee North South Carolina Florida Virginia Senator Quay Nebraska Kansas Oregon California Congress Ohio Mississippi Rivers Indiana Illinois Wisconsin Michigan Altgelds Joneses Shanklins

Mob Attacks Sanctified Band at Chewan River Arks Near Montrose

A mob of about 200 citizens attacked a group calling itself the Sanctified Band on four arks on the Chewan river near Montrose North Carolina. The flotilla faced rifle fire and a fatality occurred with several wounded as congregants reportedly preached sanctification and free love despite orders to disperse.

Suffolk Val Chewan River Montrose N. C

Haguid Sarsaparillas Candy Coated Tonic

Contain all virtues of Haguid Sarsaparillas in concentrated form and candy coated for easy taking. Paired with other blood and nerve remedies, they claim to purify blood, build blood, and strengthen nerves. They promise cures for nervous diseases, weakness, headaches, hysteria, and falling health. Priced 50 cents and 1.00. Sold by Carl Lorenz at 418 Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton.

Carl Lorenz Lackawanna Avenue Scranton

Wanting for a Grip John M Allen Seeks Fresh Confidence

Mississippi humorist John M. Allen, a member of the House of Representatives, is seen walking toward a Democrat congressional committee meeting. He says the panel will devise ways and means to regain public confidence.

John M. Allen Mississippi House of Representatives Washington Dispatch John George Tt. Wenilling Allen Mr. Wendling Congressional Committee Mr. Allen

Orns Humons Chilblains and Toenail Care at I M Hetsel

Chiropody and manicure services offered at 410 Lackawanna Avenue with free consultation. Treatments include minor ailments like ingrowing nails and chilblains. Historic ad-style notice emphasizes professional foot care and hair sling services.

I. M. Hetsel Lackawanna Avenue

Numerous Classified Ads Fill Chicago Offers and Scams

A flood of old time newspaper ads shows companies seeking traveling salesmen agents distributors and gents for cigars teeth teas and plaster products. The items promise salaries commissions free outfits and stamps for responses while listing towns like Chicago Hawley Pa New O T and Lake Winola. A rewards notice offers liberal pay for return of a sealskin pocketbook and missing railroad tickets.

Load of young horses offered at Cusick's Stable Scranton

A load of young sound well-broke draught and business horses will be offered at Cusick's Stable Scranton on August 24 at 10 o'clock p.m. by W. B. Moore.

Cusick Scranton W. B. Moore Scranton Forging Company Com Apie Amberlin Retary

Railroad Timetables Take Effect Monday June First

Scranton train departures listed for New York Philadelphia Washington and other points. Expressions include early morning and after noon services with multiple stops and connections, pocket timetables available at Lackawanna avenue and depot offices.

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