Scranton Republican criticized for pledging support to nominees
The Scranton Republican claims the Tribune is right to question the paper’s pledge to back next Republican city convention nominees. The piece notes Daniel Williams’ friends worry about being traded in the political market and that Williams is not running under J. A. Scranton’s colors.
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Scranton Republican
the Tribune
Lackawanna County
Ind
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Mr. Williams
J. A. Scranton
Republican National Committee
American merchant marine needed to expand markets
The text argues that to extend American markets and boost international trade the United States must greatly increase its merchant marine. It compares Britain and other nations’ advantages in shipping and transportation costs, cites a Brazilian minister’s remarks on purchasing from England, and notes the impact of transportation, insurance, and exchange on prices. The piece calls for strong U S diplomatic and maritime policy to overcome odds and gain hemispheric recognition.
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England
France
Germany
Holland
Ingland
California
Liverpool
San Francisco
Rouf-fale
New York
Boston
South
United States
Rio
America
London
Englans
Centur
Car
Hemisphere
Chicago favored for next convention site over St Louis and others
The committee weighs city choices for a national convention. Chicago is praised for central rail access, abundant hotels, and a top convention hall. St Louis and Pittsburg are considered but Chicago stands out for press facilities and accommodation. If Salisbury pushes, he should be appeased while minor details follow.
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San Francisco
Pacific Coast
St. Louis
Chicago
New York
Pittsburg
Salisbury
Li Hung Chang and the U S Coast Defense Debate
Curtis recalls Li Hung Chang’s belief that the United States would intervene against Japan, despite Pacific coast vulnerabilities. The viceroy cites Japan’s might while Curtis argues a 1,000,000-strong defense could face invasion, noting coastal cities could still fall without forts. The piece urges preparedness and mentions Bethlehem armor tests for Russia and a nod to Lord Salisbury.
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Curtis
Chicago Record
China
Li Hung Chané
Bismarck
Japan
United States
Li Hung Chang
Pacific
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Puget Sound
New York
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Tacoma
Seattle
Columbia River
Portland
Senate reacts to president message with Lodge resolutions
After the president's reading in the senate on Tuesday Senator Lodge offered resolutions asserting that the American continents, by their independent status, are not to be considered for future colonization by any European power and should be protected from further colonial attempts.
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Lodge
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United States
Monroe
Allen
United States of America
Cuba
Cullom
Call
State Department
American Senate
Washington
Jefferson
White House
Capitol
Congress
Madison
Monroe Doctrine and Cuban independence debates in Senate
The piece outlines Senate resolutions supporting the Monroe Doctrine and recognizing Cuban revolutionists, plus calls for asserting American rights to annex nearby islands, while noting political maneuvers over campaign timing and presidential communications. It also praises the Wayne Independent’s Thanksgiving edition and discusses historical ceremonial practices of addressing Congress.
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Wayne Independent
Honesdale
Benjamin F. Haines
The
Independent
James Bush
J. A. Brown
President's State of the Union Mentioned
The Chicago Times-Herald notes the constitutional duty for the president to periodically inform Congress on the union's state and to recommend measures deemed necessary and expedient.
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Chicago Times-Herald
Cas Whith
Congressional Record
Insufficient Evidence Against Scranton Officers Debated
A Wilkes-Barre Record summary reports the hearing casts doubt on charges against Scranton policemen linked to church claims of guiding youths to brothels. Witnesses indicate the youths knew dives already, and one informant had fought over a woman at a brothel, weakening the prosecution’s case.
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Wilkes-Barre
Scranton
Second Presbyterian Church
Robinson
Montrose Sentinel
Simpson
Unclear text on monetary system proposal and promised value
Fragmentary note discusses congress and a proposed monetary plan in the United States. Mentions an eight dollar value for each promised dollar and references a Guth or Gudh event. Details are jumbled and several terms are unreadable. The readable parts suggest evaluating the value of promises under a new system.
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Washington
Chicago
United States
Newlands
Nevada
Sharon
Calle
Chicago Times-Herald
Les
Congress
Gudh
Monetary reform urged for national currency system
The article argues for a currency framework backed by national wealth and honoring national credit. It calls for a scheme of monetary reform to be submitted to Congress by President Cleveland and Secretary Carlisle, emphasizing conservative finance, elasticity for trade and industry, and broad patriotism for discussion and adoption.
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New York Sun
Cleveland
Washington
Lord Salisbury
Olney
Congress
Jean
Carlisle
Three Tennessee Congressmen Visit Washington Scene
A string of humorous verses recalls Tennessee politicians Gibson Brown and Anderson visiting Washington. The pieces parody political figures and satire from multiple newspapers, noting misidentifications, gavel imagery, and light jests about media and public perception.
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Washington
Tennessee
Gibson
Brown
Anderson
Daily Horoscope Drawn by Alachua The Tribune Astrologer
Astrolabe cast 2.18 for Monday December 1995 predicts a child will realize Dr Parkhurst must hurry to Scranton to pose as a novelty. Readers receive playful, sensational advice with names like Mary Green Ridge and Sammy Scranton in a quirky local prognostication.
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the Tribune Astrologer
Parkhurst
Scranton
Ajaccus
Their Display This Season Surpasses All Previous Exhibitions
An early inspection will be a great advantage to careful buyers. The note emphasizes that this season’s display will exceed prior exhibitions, urging prompt evaluation and smart purchasing decisions.
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