Quay War Splits Pennsylvania Republicans in Historic Rift
The Pennsylvania Republican party endures a factional fight sparked by Senator Quay s bid to reshape state power. The struggle pits Quay against key leaders and tests party unity as reappointment and court challenges unfold, with the governor predicting a justice driven outcome and the party bearing the political costs. A South Dakota resident reports an odd squash hybrid milky cheese scent, linking campaign seed misfires to the scene.
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Gilkeson
Quay
South Dakota
Billong
Court House Square
Dakota
Revival of Railroads Sparks Prosperity Optimism
The boom in railroad stock prices reflects rising traffic on western lines and across many routes signaling a broader recovery. Transportation firms, hit hard in prior years, show renewed activity as managers anticipate a sustained upswing after prolonged financial strain and receivership across a large share of mileage.
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United States
Department of Business
Transportation demand grows as railways struggle with car shortages
Factures and trade spur freight growth and rising passenger traffic while railroads face a car shortage. Car-building firms struggle to meet orders as harvest season nears, risking delayed grain delivery and potentially higher prices. Tommy Kilrow’s perceived ingratitude in politics circles is noted in Harrisburg.
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Tommy Kilrow
Susquehanna Combination
Messrs. Wright
Little
Harrisburg
Tommy
Mr. Kilrow
Proportional Representation and Notable Local Events
A Saratoga meeting considers Swiss free list voting with multi district representation and quotas. The plan invites party totals to determine seats, but risks continuing partisan control. Scranton marks the ninth annual reunion of the Pennsylvania Second Heavy Artillery with praise for wartime conduct and fellowship.
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Charles Francis Adama
Morfield Storey
William Lloyd Garrigan
C. C. Honey
Richard T. My
Telix Adler
William Dudley Foulke
Robert Treat Paine
Saratoga
Proportional Representation League
California
Stewart
Pennsylvania Second Heavy Artillery
Scranton
Heavy Artillery
Missionaries urged to convert Rye killer as press mocks Holmes
The text mocks an alleged killer known as Rye and the murderer Holmes, urging missionaries to engage in reform efforts while criticizing ongoing editorials. It notes Holmes’ willingness to talk to papers and predicts his hanging will be the only future interest, and references Quay-Hastings editorial controversy ending.
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Dome
Holmes
Scranton Republican
Quay-Hastings
Quay Fiasco and Philadelphia Judges in Debate
The Chicago Times-Herald notes Quay supporters push for his presidential bid while Pittsburgh and other outlets question his nomination and electability. The Philadelphia Inquirer casts doubt on moves to replace sitting common pleas judges with appellate court candidates.
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Philadelphia
Philadelphia Inquirer
Willard
Orlady
Phildelphia Common Pleas
Itingerant
Snes
Tribute to William Connell by Colonel Laciar
The pen picture of William Connell by Colonel J. D. Laciar is praised as a worthy tribute. It notes Connell as a leader of the Republican party in northeastern Pennsylvania and highlights his rise from humble beginnings to a commanding position in business and politics. The piece lauds his generosity, loyalty, and presumed continued future success.
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Wilkes-Barre
Daily Horoscope for Wednesday August 28 1895
Amacchus the Tribune astrologer notes a child born this day will be glad no state convention is at his house. Some politicians will feel small enough to pass through the Mears building entrance. Amaccus warns to watch Frank Willing Leach who opposed Quay.
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Wada Finn
Mears Building
Frank Willing Leach
Quay
Price of the Presidency as Paid by Money Power
The piece argues presidential campaigns increasingly require vast sums, recounting figures and anecdotes about funds spent by historic candidates and backers. It questions whether wealth decides elections, citing examples from Grant to Cleveland and Harrison to Tilden, and notes the shifting role of money in securing nominations and office.
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Chicago Times-Herald
George Washington
Grant
William Walklorf Astor
General Washington
Congress
New York
Hancock
W. H. Barnum
National Democratic Committee
Garfickd
Arthur
Morton
Harrison
Campaign finance questions loom over presidential nominating year
The piece questions escalating campaign costs and who bears the burden as politicians prepare for forthcoming elections. It ponders the difficulty of financing a presidential run and whether individuals or corporations will be asked to underwrite campaigns.
Free Trade Wages Debate Shapes 1890s Labor View
The Chicago Times-Herald argues against free trade, warning that open ports would force American workers to accept Chinese and Japanese wage levels. It highlights China and Japan’s cheap labor, industrial growth, and potential threats to U.S. manufacturers. The piece frames protection of American labor as vital to national prosperity.
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China
Japan
United States
Renson
Shanghai
Lowell
Maca
Manchester
England
Windivostock
Brotherhood of Man
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