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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1895
Page
4
In view of the Scranton Republican not joining the pledge to back Republican city convention nominees, questions arise whether the Tribune is justified in calling itself the only Republican daily in Lackawanna County.
The article lauds Cleveland's address for a firm stand on Latin American and international issues, noting opposition to European territorial expansion and a call for arbitration. It criticizes his Cuba remarks as poorly phrased and condemns his tariff reform and currency plans as impractical.
In the city Rev. Dr. Charles EF Rob onator of the Becond Presby ch preached a sermon praising discipline and urging young men to follow guidance. The officer on duty observed the scene as part of the program.
All but two patrolmen return sworn affidavits denying the accusation against Scranton's police force. Resolutions demand Dr. Robinson reveal the informants names, with a promised public reply. The outcome may hinge on new testimony, while the paper declares the force innocent. The editor cautions against tyranny and notes US-Spain Cuba policy tensions.
The Philadelphia Press attacks Judge Smith, claiming his seat on the Superior court bench is clouded because he received far more votes than other Democratic nominees. The piece argues such solo voting ballots were legal and not fraudulent, noting similar gaps for other judges and urging no contest or inquiry. It also criticizes the president for seeking long term bonds after revenue issues and calls for restoring protection instead.
The Chicago Times Herald reports a Thanksgiving Day race from Jackson Park to Evanston and back covering 54 miles under heavy snow. The Duryea gas-powered motorcycle finished in 10 hours 23 minutes, despite poor road conditions, with two electric machines failing mid-race.
The text discusses tensions between capital and labor arising from unequal opportunities. It notes the president's suggestion to expand national bank circulation while highlighting the larger problem of ensuring monetary access for communities without national banks.
A proposal presented to the Republican national committee on December 10 would shift representation for the convention. States, territories, and the District of Columbia would gain two at large delegates and one per congressional district, with extra delegates for every 7000 votes for the Republican ticket in the prior presidential campaign. The change would raise total delegates from 602 to 1165, favoring strong Republican states and disadvantaging the South, with analysis and commentary on political figures and implications.
The St Louis Globe-Democrat weighs Pennsylvania's voting power and the quest for a Cameron successor. It notes Republican candidates and figures like Foraker McKinley Dalzell Quay and Wanger, with anti Cameron moves in Lancaster and Scranton fixture in Congress, amid debt talk and convention logistics.
Editorials from Cleveland World Washington Post and Rochester Post-Express call for sober, nonpartisan action. They urge Congress to restore confidence in finance, provide revenue, and avoid partisan schemes while resisting short sighted politics. The pieces demand clear plans to avert insolvency and stabilize the government.
A compilation of 19th century press opinions covers Monroe Doctrine appeals and tariff debates. Leading voices criticize House decorum under Reed and note lawmakers treating the chamber as a private office. Commentary warns on protectionist tides shaping Pennsylvania politics and foreign policy backbone.
Ajaccnsa the Tribune Astrologer offers a 2.11 a m cast for Wednesday December 4 1895. The text warns a Thanksgiving sermon may trigger more unease than turkey stuffing and mince pie and offers wry commentary on police and reform.
Fragmentary note cites two clashes of goods to send south toward South American trade. Mentions breadstuffs and wooden ware among items, but text cuts off before clear specifics or context.
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