McKinley and Lorart Named National Leaders
National leaders listed include President William McKinley of Ohio and Vice President Garrey A. Lorart of New Jersey. Congressmen-at-Large Calusila A. Grow of Susquehanna and Samuel A. Davendpowt of Erie also named. Election Day set for November 3.
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William McKinley
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Garrey A. Lorart
New Jersey
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Calusila A. Grow
Susquehanna
Samuel A. Davendpowt
Erie
Political platform items condensed by the Times-Herald
The Times-Herald condensed a political platform listing aims for labor protection and fair trade, overseas policy, naval expansion, immigration controls, civil service reform, and territorial expansion. It notes a Monroe Doctrine stance, a Caribbean peace role, and advocacy for women rights. The passage ends by praising ex-Attorney General Palmer’s colorful involvement.
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William Connell for Congress Highlighted by Tribune
The Tribune endorses William Connell as suitable for congress in the industrial district citing his broad business experience and community involvement. It argues the next congress must reform revenue, deficits, and tariffs, praising Connell as uniquely equipped for practical tariff legislation.
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Lackawanna County
William Connell
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Senators discuss caucus before national convention in rebuff to factional splits
A report notes sliver men favor a pre convention caucus in Chi to unite Democratic forces and avoid division at the national gathering. The piece urges principles over personal ambition and discusses capital punishment debates, a Lackawanna county gallows case, and local political shifts including Williams, Palmer, and Kline developments.
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McKinley Speech on Monetary Integrity and National Faith
The passage cites McKinley’s acceptance speech stressing that U S currency must remain universally dependable at par, sustaining purchasing and debt power for all citizens. It notes party unity over patriotism and warns against undermining a Pattison presidential bid amid concerns of financial confidence.
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Palmer hailed for raising county politics to higher standards
The article notes ex Attorney General Palmer did not win but inspired Luzerne County politics with a louder push for higher standards. It asserts the nomination was more Republican in tone than two years ago with money playing a smaller role at the end.
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Aims for Rational Patriotism on Independence Day
The Washington Star commentary argues Americans should revive old fashioned Independence Day observances with modern touches. It suggests patriotic concerts plays and government sponsored events to replace explosive celebrations and foster shared national spirit among the younger generation.
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The Nominating Committee and the Candidate
A humorous glimpse at the formal ceremony when a political candidate is notified of his nomination. A committee travels from convention to candidate, towns cheer, letters flood in, and songs and serenades follow, culminating in a pompous notification and a long impromptu reply. The scene is described as a national farce.
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McKinley
London press touts US on verge of rocking crisis
Barrons London Letter in the Chicago Times Herald notes American representatives abroad push the idea that the United States is on the verge of a major upheaval, aiming to shape English views and concern. The piece sketches diplomatic rhetoric and media influence surrounding American instability fears.
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Western states threaten east with destruction says correspondent
An English correspondent warns of ferocious western hatred toward the east and self governing, armed states. He notes calls for war with a foreign power to divert attention and bind Americans. The piece praises McKinley as steady and self made, not a creature of circumstance.
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Sixteen to One Silver to Gold Ratio Explained
A Philadelphia banking firm defines sixteen to one as the value relation between silver and gold. One ounce of gold coins at $15.00 while sixteen ounces of silver yield $1.00 in silver dollars, offering a ~97 percent profit on $0 investment if silver is minted free of charge. Proponents seek a law to allow holders to convert silver bullion to coin without fees at any U.S. mint.
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Tree
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Grover Cleveland Indorsement Hopes Quoted
From the Carbondale Herald and Scranton Tribune quotes evoke political tension. Grover Cleveland is hoped to refrain from endorsing Mc Kinley amid sharp partisan language. Shakespeare is cited for the line about the unkindest cut of all.
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