Portsylvania Metropolis Eyes Growth and Industry
The text touts Portsylvania as a northeastern metropolis with high elevation, a large population estimate of 70,216 for a year, and strong claims on cheap electric power and industrial potential. It argues for new industries and notes registered voters and school properties though the passage is garbled. The tone hints at political commentary on free trade.
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Portsylvania
Niiagura
United States
Review of the Presidents message and silver policy debate
The piece critiques the president's address, labeling it dull and lacking decisive policy, especially on foreign affairs and currency reform. It notes a qualified push for currency revision, touches on bimetallism, and praises some departmental recommendations while criticizing misstatements about the merchant marine and health. The commentary includes reactions to immigration head taxes and expresses broader partisan tensions around silver and Republican trust.
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Congress
Shanghai
Baltimore
National Board of Health
Curtain rises on probe into Byrnes as drag race reforms loom
The anti-Tammany inquiry corners Superintendent Byrnes amid threats of sensational revelations. Parkhurst counsel Frank Moss hints at claims that could land Byrnes behind bars or force damages if false. The barges and political forces face renewed scrutiny as reform-minded pressure mounts under Senator Quay.
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Byrnes
Met
Frank Moss
Parkhurst Society
Pension plan for judges faces renewed legislative challenge
The proposal to let judges retire on full pay after twenty years of service will return to the legislature where opponents argue judges are not ordinary officials and should save for retirement. Proponents say a pension could alleviate bread winning, attract capable jurists, and reduce pressure from corporate or partisan influence.
An 1890s political ramble on candidates and public virtue
A rambling editorial discusses distrust of self confident leaders, party maneuvers, and the coming presidential race. It critiques moral posturing, favors common sense, and notes municipal duties like sidewalk snow removal amid a section on reformist mood and party prospects.
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Salt Lake Tribune
C. C. Coodwin
the Tribune
Waterloo
Ohio
Bland
Republian Party
Republican Party
Home Market Club of
Boston
Judge Goodwin
O Ain
Diver
Democratic Party
Senator Quay and race rumors echo in Washington and Harrisburg
The text reports Quay plans to occupy a fine on K Street by January. It notes McLaurin entering Mississippi governor race, Lovett of Anderson seeking U S Senate seat, and various Pennsylvania figures like Henderson and Walton shaping next sessions. It discusses judicial retirement plans, poll opening times, Bradford county’s congressional bid, and committee chairmanships in Harrisburg.
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Quay
Manson
K Street
Washington
United States
McLaurin
Missinsiips
Woods Robinson
Erie Dispatch
Senate
John W. Lovett
Anderson
Lidhind
Ki-lin
Cumbuck
Euter
Philadelphia
Morrisburg
Major McDowell
Henderson
McDowell
Brewer
Franklin County
Orotea
Common Pleas
Crphins
Supreme Court
Harrisbire
New York
Todd Eo
Reporter-Journal
Bradford County
Congress
Myron B. Wright
Bradford
Wricht
Susagehtinna
Wayte
Weoming
Ida
Walton
Mr. Marshall
Allegheny
Appropriations Committee
George Y. Lawrence
Waya and Means
William H. Keyser
Passsenger Railways
Bia
Keyser
Twentieth Ward
Hastings
Representative Pelta
Kunkel
Dauphin
Lytle
Huntingdon
Municipal Ccorporations
Lafferty
Capitol Jokes and Political Cranks in Early Remarks
A Washington Post column satirizes political figures and events. It mentions Napoleon the revival, Mrs Domi nia, Senator Quay, Hon Franklin G MacVeagh, and Gov Flower with conservative barbs about elections and policy. The piece hints at a continuing debate and mocks political figures.
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Washington Post
Napoleon
Mre
Dominia
New York
Brooklyn
David Bennett Mill
China
Senator Quay
Illinois
Franklin G., MacVeagh
Mrs Maybrick’s Case Opinion in Altoona Tribune
The Altoona Tribune questions the hysteria over Mrs Maybrick’s alleged martyrdom and doubts her guilt. It criticizes her husband as disreputable and suggests her release would not harm society, urging clemency and avoidance of publicity if freed.
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Maybrick
Altoona Tribune
Clement
Thia
Notable Growth Jeopardized by Census Gap in Wilkes-Barre
The Wilkes-Barre Record notes a 1890 census population of 67,009 for Wilkes-Barre and surrounding area, estimating about 81,000 today after four years of growth. It cautions investors to consult census data to gauge a thriving city, warning of misreads from incomplete figures.
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Wilkes-Barre
Pension Ruse Alleged by Hoke Schmidt Targeting Soldier Funds
A poem recasts a veteran pension scandal, with Hoke Schmidt accusing a named soldier of stealing chickens to fund a pension. The speaker accuses fraud and calls for scrutiny of war records and treasury losses, questioning loyalty and demanding accountability.
Parlor Furniture Offers Modern, Affordable Styles
Within the past few months radical stylistic changes have favored buyers. New patterns are cheaper than older ones, allowing purchasers to furnish parlors in up to date styles. Our exhibit showcases these goods and generous stock of coverings to select from.
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New York City
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Old Postoffice
Hall & Co,’S
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Howard Furnace
Guernsey Brothers
Wvomine
E. Grewer
Postomice
Pennvenue
University of Pennsylvania
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Old Port
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Pierce’s Market
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John Hamlin
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