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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1896
Page
4
The passage suggests Mr. Scranton's only chance for renomination lies with the Democratic party. It notes rumors about hisVice prospects and the political dynamics surrounding his campaign, implying uncertainty about party backing.
The piece rails against cutting appropriations in Washington and Scranton to meet economy fears. It cites needed city improvements along Spruce Street, Nay Aug Park, and a fire department, arguing tax rises are minor versus better public services. It questions local political maneuvering behind fiscal restraint. It ends by noting Lackawanna county politics in the president judgeship race.
The article notes long standing predictions that Japan may wage war on Russia, citing imperial policy to expand the army and navy with three new divisions and a fivefold navy, funded by a decade of eight million dollars annually and indemnity funds to debt payoff. It also discusses American political aims toward gold standard and party splits, plus tariff and currency debates.
Advices in Washington warn of rising anti hostilities sentiment in Japan and Corea with Olney urging caution for officials. The piece notes potential war tests among nations and hints at industrial competition fears. It also discusses Colonel Huff's retirement affecting the congressman at large race and state convention plans attended by Senator Quay.
The piece contrasts harmony among differing Republicans with traitor-like unity, urging a wise reorganization. It notes a national mediation congress to avert war, and mentions Bethlehem Steel Company continuing armor plate production.
The piece argues that while Major McKinley is admired for his character he is not the sole достой candidate. It suggests Senator Quay would suit the presidency better as a capable manager with broader experience and a broader policy grasp.
The Tribune supports Major McKinley as a strong patriotic figure and organizer yet argues he is only one of several worthy Republicans. It cites Reed Cullom Aldenium and Quay as equally capable, urging broader support for a nominee who commands party strength and enthusiasm.
The piece discusses Pennsylvania lawmakers' reluctance to back Senator Quay for the Republican nomination, citing Colonel Tutt and Colonel Hut as opposed on principle. It notes Stahle’s stance, hints at intra-party tensions, and reflects on other congressmen discussing Reed and McKinley with colorful anecdotes about handshakes and social cues.
An Eihmira Advertiser dispatch praises Senator Quay as a skilled political general who wins friends and steadies the party. It notes he endures misrepresentation yet remains calm and effective, with party workers across the United States viewing him as a beacon and urging Morton campaign managers to watch the silent Beaver County hero.
Orlo I. Dobson in the Rochester Union laments a sensational device that lets a person read thoughts and reveal money in pockets. The piece mocks the gadget as a dangerous novelty and ridicules its societal impact while imagining sensational misuses.
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