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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1894
Page
4
The article lists candidates for Pennsylvania statewide offices with names including Daniel K. Hastings Walter Lyon Amos Nylen and James Latta amid broader commentary on political chaos reform and church roles. It criticizes labor strikes and foresees no revolution while praising steady government and urges Christian outreach to calm society.
The author argues that fairy tale promises about government ownership fail to win voter support. He says applying the wage dispute logic to rail mills would force government control of iron and steel mills, retailers, and car shops, an absurd extension. He calls the strike a misguided and foolish pursuit.
The piece analyzes Theodore Roosevelt’s claim that real reform comes from active participation in caucuses and campaigns rather than mere criticism. It argues leaders must mingle with rough politics to effect change and notes implications for Sunday observance efforts and current labor disputes including the Pullman strike. It references figures like George Francis Train and Debs and discusses the Lexow committee and municipal reform.
The text contends that stabbings and strikes accompany modern socialism. It criticizes the Lexow probe, Assistant District Attorney Wellman, and Mr. Sovereign moving to boycott passengers. It portrays an anti chaos stance and cites Senator Hil as a figure preferring consistency over the presidency.
Extracted quotes show Conoxen F. J. Friesimoons declining nomination for lieutenant governor while praising Scranton’s civic spirit. Harrisburg Captain Jons C. Delaney comments on a anniversary issue and suggests a missing portrait of Louis A. Watres. Wilkes-Barre writers Joans Tinex and Jonnes Tinex discuss journalism ethics and the idea of writing fiction for hire.
The passage features remarks from Lirenany Expert EL. A. Niven praising reform ideas and recalling the assassination of Robert Row in Troy. It quotes Erastus Winan defending Murphy machine independence in Scranton and cites Mr. Powderly’s analysis of labor wages, competition, and the push toward cooperation and governmental control in future economic policy.
A speaker denounces tariff reform as betraying Democratic principles and income tax promises. The critique asserts the nation was promised bread and free sugar but faces taxed coal iron ore coke and other raw materials. It argues the bill combines sugar and income taxes against public interest and weakens party credibility.
The Senate discusses the German compromise bill, noting it does not serve as an escape or partisan tool for the Democratic party or the country. The language emphasizes that no one should mistake its purpose or impact.
The piece warns that Dell covets power over farmers shippers and merchants harming the traveling public and vulnerable women and children. It argues the boycott hurts industry savings and agents, but strengthens the case for workers to free themselves from tyranny.
The speaker recalls an old fashioned, steadfast union with Ned. She admits Ned claims many admire his wife but argues their shared life sustains their home through hardship. Even if the future darkens, love’s partnership lightens heavy burdens.
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