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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1896
Page
4
The statement reflects on political striving and defines magnanimity as a sign of manhood shown in defeat as well as victory. It emphasizes grace and restraint in both outcomes without naming individuals or events.
The canvass for Republican delegates ended with a large majority supporting Ripple Humes and Widmayer. The piece applauds Davies and associates despite losses, notes lack of ulterior motives, and defends clean politics and honest government in Lackawanna County. General Hastings is praised as a potential senator but urged to remember his governor role.
The article lauds Senator John Sherman for his Friday senate remarks arguing the present monetary system can be strengthened with minor amendments and that deficits from the Wilson tariff endangered the gold reserve. It asserts Sherman’s claims rest on treasury statistics and financial history.
The piece argues that Republicans credit past fiscal strength while blaming Democrats for deficits. It cites John Sherman on gold reserves and debt reduction, contrasts Republican and Democratic reforms, and notes Scranton versus Niagara Falls power costs, urging focus on solid financial stewardship and industrial growth.
Scranton judgments in burglary and assault cases spark calls for jury reform. Judges Savidge and Edwards denounce juries who split costs or acquit with unresolved guilt leaving prosecutors to pay. Carbondale Herald notes rising public concern over trial fairness and the need for juries to be properly instructed.
A fractured notice describes an almanac issued by the Scranton Tribune with political and other information. It mentions a collection of half tone portraits and valuables, with a later portion prepared by Colonel J. Deirstar.
Astrolabe cast for Monday Jan 0 1806 notes war fear with England and Turkey and a Hurke-Her ting investigation revival. Forewarned, Carbondale men may shoulder guns and a woman fears scolding. Zodiac advice gives marriage luck warnings and playful digs at readers in Scranton and Carbondale.
The Scranton World reports Colonel Mara H Ripple's clear victory in yesterdays primaries and predicts his nomination at Tuesdays convention. Ripples strong record as former mayor and business integrity are praised while factional opponents acknowledge the result and pledge support.
The Scranton Tribune annual earns praise from Philadelphia and Pottsville papers for its half tone illustrations and compact digest of useful local information. It appeals to Lackawanna and Luzerne counties and all northeastern Pennsylvania readers with a refined presentation and photographic reproductions.
The treasury department discussion says the administration sells bonds to support the gold reserve and then uses gold to cover revenue gaps for current government expenses. Philadelphia and Allegheny each claim two delegates at large to the national convention, leaving four for the state.
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