State Republican Convention Called for August 25
Chairman B F Gilkeson of the Republican State committee calls a convention for August 25 at 1 am to nominate a state treasurer and six Superior Court judges, with northeastern counties represented by defined districts. The tariff remains a partisan issue, and rumors of Senator Quay denying a double role in Willard candidacy are noted with caution.
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Willard Above Everything Else Cites Watres Endorsement
The piece urges support for Jude Willard and urges honoring a past gesture by ex Lieutenant Governor Watres. It argues unity over factional fighting in Lackawanna and notes Watres’ inclination to back a home candidate. It warns local belligerents to unite for the state convention and party obligation.
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Leeder Sees Vote Pressure on Senator Quay
An aid named Leeder suggests that Pennsylvania could pressure Senator Quay in a forthcoming vote. The remark hints at internal strategy as the session proceeds amid speculation.
Pennsylvania Republicans Rebuff Quay Dictates in Political Tension
The piece argues Republicans have allowed Mr. Quay to dictate too often and should accept reason, promising support only if he shifts from tyranny. It notes internal party fault and calls for a calmer, more common sense approach amid factional strain.
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Manifest Destiny in US policy debated by statesmen
The Chicago Times-Herald Sunday surveys leading politicians on annexing Canada Newfoundland Cuba and Hawaii and on whether Uncle Sam will rule North America. Opinions vary with Lodge Ingalls Cullom McKelway and others proposing varying annexation plans and a Monroe Doctrine based approach for a Republican Congress.
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City census urged to measure Scranton population
The editorial discusses whether to reorganize city government on the basis of a second class city. It endorses Secretary Atherton's proposal for a special census by the board of trade to determine Scranton’s population, estimating 110 090 to 126 000, and notes growth evidence while cautioning against immediate government reconstruction. It also highlights local business gains with the Colliery Engineer and the Correspondence School of Mines expanding offices.
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Pittston City's 1595 charter date sparks debate
In a discussion on when Pittston borough became a city the Tribune notes the 1595 charter signing or the first city government, with April's first Monday as the organization date. The Scranton Times celebrated Independence Day with a four page special and colored ink. Senator Quay faces political pressure while Luzerne politicos envy Lackawanna gains, as Scranton forms a ball club.
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Political Gossip on Pennsylvania Judicial Nominations and Senate Race
The Philadelphia Evening Telegraph reports factional tension over endorsing six Republican Superior Court judges and notes Governor Hastings influence. It cites Sen. Don Cameron planning retirement and naming J. H. Brown as successor. Delegates pledged by counties show Quay’s challenge to Hastings, with Philadelphia and Allegheny solid for the administration.
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Quay Hastings Delegate Battle Roils Lackawanna Politics
The report cites discontent over nominating a Crawford man and threats to desert Quay as key to a compromise offer. Watres backs Judge Willard and urges Lackawanna delegates to support him for appellate court judgeships, while Quay allies marshal support in Chester and Montgomery counties and across Erie, Reading, and Luzerne regions.
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Daily Horoscope Drawn by Ajachus in The Tribune
The July 2 1346 forecast notes a Wilkes Harr e child born with freckles on the right instep and a narrow skull. It mentions beer causing a tickling sensation from Jarnyx to the vermiform appendix and a future Wilkes Bar re baseball link. It laments political debility and warns readers to seek woods if lacking patriotism.
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Scranton Tribune Fourth Anniversary Group Portrait Released
The Scranton Tribune marks four years with a half tone group photo of eighty-one employees, celebrating growth and prosperity. Notables include W. W. Youngs, former townsman and advertising manager, and P. A. Philbin among the contributors. The issue features portraits arranged in a commemorative card reflecting the staff’s talent and vigor.
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Scranton Diocesan Record Praises The Tribune
A Scranton Diocesan Record praises The Tribune as a clean, first rate journal. It notes the paper’s fifth year of existence and credits its quality to brains and pluck, marking it as a notable Scranton news paper beyond most rivals.
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