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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1896
Page
7
The Scranton Tribune reports on staffing and management at its New York office with notices from The Tribons Pob. New York Office. Tribune Building address is listed with Frank and Gray as managers.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a political dispute over which candidate, Mas H Tate or Crippen, will be the Democratic nominee. A proposed pro position and possible attac from APR Crippen are mentioned, suggesting internal party maneuvering and pressure tactics.
A lengthy tirade compares the Scranton Republican to slander and urges readers to judge the political record of Mr. Connell and Colonel Ripples against Mr. Scranton. The piece notes past editorial planks, hints at primary outcomes, and questions Republican support for upcoming city tickets amid local newsroom rivalries.
Councilman Olver urges a public vote on bonding 150000 for a viaduct on West Lackawanna avenue between Seventh and Ninth streets. The plan would acquire necessary property by negotiation before construction, outlining costs in advance to avoid damages disputes and potential city expense.
The article critiques a poorly drafted ordinance on taxation and argues for direct taxation to repair deficits. It discusses Secretary Foster proposing a dollar per barrel beer tax, predicting it would fall on brewers and saloonkeepers, not consumers. It notes Republican opposition to indirect taxation and praises the Scranton Pool board’s unanimous re-election of E. J. Lanett as secretary.
In Scranton the Republican party faces an extraordinary pre election clash as reformers oppose the old regime. A ticket featuring Colonel Ripple for mayor Daniel Williams for treasurer and Pred J Widmayor for controller is urged for party approval. Wickmayer seeks renomination for a proven record. The piece condemns Independent Republicans and supports decisive, intelligent choice by the party.
The Sun argues against impeaching the American ambassador over speech content, urging respect for national dignity abroad and praising Mr Bayard as a highly respected representative. It notes the endorsement is chivalrous and personal rather than a judicial judgment, contrasting with other views.
The London Times notes Bayard's Edinburgh remarks offend Republicans and may breach diplomatic norms. It urges official censure to deter future indiscretion, while highlighting partisan reactions and the Monroe doctrine debate. It also cites Philadelphia streetcar advice and mentions Quay Reed politics as context.
The piece tracks Republican efforts across four counties Susquehanna Bradford Wayne and Luzerne as they vie for delegates to the national convention. It notes potential candidates like Jack Robinson and Senator Quay weighs regional ambitions and party unity amid shifting county conventions and primary dates.
A fragmented dialogue details local matters from a county office including court cases and a police chatter about war work and a fire blast at the courthouse end of town. It notes arrests for scolding and defamation, a stolen dog, and ongoing murder case handling by the board of pardons with a casual wartime anecdote.
The Scranton Tribune issues an almanac as a ready reference for the coming year. It covers election statistics the coal trade Lackawanna real estate and civic organizations with careful preparation. The Lebanon Daily News calls it neat handy and a creditable piece reflecting the paper’s progressive spirit.
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