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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1896
Page
4
A long editorial mocks Weyler's harsh Cuban decrees and prompts a political retrospective. It recalls General Gibson's prowess as a Republican orator, debates over Cuban policy, and calls for tariff action and road funding reforms. It also critiques House foreign affairs leadership and hints at broader 1890s partisan tensions.
The piece muses on the enigmatic life of a public figure, noting that those unafraid of a Quay boom discuss the tragedy with bold talk. It contrasts envy and fascination with the unsettling allure of tragedy in public life.
In a letter to the New York Tribune William H. Richmond of this city urges better use of road funds rather than merely securing appropriations. He criticizes biased tax allocation to councilmen and aging crews, noting cobblestones and poor drainage persist while taxpayers receive little value. He argues for informed expenditure to improve streets and rural roads.
Interviews with Scranton Republicans aired in the Philadelphia Press praise Senator Quay as a presidential candidate. William Connell of Lakawatina delegates, ex-president Chittenden, Colonel Ripple, Kingsbury, Luther Keller, Pryor, and J A Lansing express support or favorable views, while some prefer McKinley or other figures, noting Quay's Pennsylvanian leadership and potential for a clean, businesslike administration.
The Republicans of Tuzerne county nominate Hon. Charles A. Miner of Wilkes-Barre for delegates at large to the Republican national convention at St. Leale. Miner belongs to a long established, prominent family in the region.
A prominent Wilkes-Barre business leader and Republican loyalist from Luzerne County seeks the at large delegate seat to the St Louis convention. He has strong backing from county and state party conventions and aims to strengthen the Pennsylvania delegation at the Republican National Convention.
In Provilernes Star coverage Hailey's triumph unsettles longtime Republicans who fear a split. Calon Ripple, though defeated, rises in prominence as the most popular Democrat in Scranton, proving cross party support elected him. Ripple asserts no loyalty to Bailey or the bolting Republican faction.
The Altoona Tribune voices concern over judicial meddling and the pardon power. It argues interference harms justice, notes the presidency of pardon boards, and decries reckless, indiscriminate use of clemency for criminals.
The edited text questions party leadership and leadership decisions. It hints at electoral outcomes and internal strife with mentions of Ripple, Dante Williams, Pret Widmayer, and calls for stronger party unity to avoid further damage.
The letter criticizes Republicans who on last Tuesday elected a Democrat to the mayoralty, claiming the move would oust many loyal Republicans from city positions and upgrade the Democratic ranks, harming deserving offices and misusing party power.
The astrologer’s forecast for Monday February 24 includes playful notes on politics and gastritis. It mentions Mrs Rorer demonstrating egg nutrition and hints at Scranton’s police chief situation. The piece suggests the Kirmesa aiding housing for photographers and the Friendless and advises skepticism toward hearsay.
An advertisement highlights Yamato Japanese rugs described as very best quality with a range of price points including 39 cents and higher amounts. It lists rug sizes 27 by 63 inches and 24 by 48 inches, signaling a sale of assorted dimensions.
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