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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1895
Page
4
LAFF II Chairman B. F. Gilkeson issues a call for a state Republican convention to meet in Harrisburg on Wednesday at 1 o'clock a.m. August 33 for nominating a state treasurer candidate and six Superior Court judges, with other business to be considered. northeastern counties will have specified representation.
In Lackawanna County the true friends of Judge Willard should support him unconditionally in the current contest for the Superior court bench. Rival plans to field new Republican candidates risk undermining Willard by a Northwest or Cumberland Valley ticket, threatening his prospects and prompting delegates to rally as Willard supporters without strings.
The Iron Age cautions manufacturers to expect a fest leeway in iron and steel demand urging a steady volume of business at fair prices. It argues proper distribution can sustain a year round order flow for well located works and that natural consumption growth would support ongoing operations.
The discussion notes that the coal trade is naturally limited and damages from reckless competition are irreparable unlike iron. While conservative steady profits are wiser, producers find it impractical to apply this to their own cases, acknowledging the theory but resisting its practice.
The piece argues Senator Quay should publicly state his reasons for backing or opposing Judge Willard as the state convention nears. It criticizes local Quay supporters as aiming to bend delegates for personal ends, warns of party harm, and praises Hastings’ administration while urging honest support for Willard. The Syracuse Post birthday note and Scranton-H Republican antics are also discussed.
The Quay Hastings struggle in Luzerne county grows hotter as Hastings supporters seek a full delegation. Most county Republican papers oppose Senator Quay, with Pittston Gazette as the lone exception, and Hazleton district possibly sending Hastings delegates. Anticipation centers on a nine member slate with few Quay adherents, while Lackawanna Republicans might learn from Luzerne's stance.
A Philadelphia Inquirer critique argues Judge Gilkeson holds incompatible offices and the governor risks being reduced to a clerk for Senator Quay. The piece frames a larger battle over the governor’s independence, the role of the press, and party control in Pennsylvania.
The Bulletin notes De Martin as a tireless, conspicuous figure in the fight, estimating faction strength by his constant activity from the city hall and beyond.
The article traces intense political activity in Norristown and Harrisburg as anti-Quay and pro-Quay factions vie for delegates. It notes David Martin as a strong anti-Quay opponent with administration backing, calls for a county committee meeting on July 2, and reports shifts in support across counties including Blair and York.
Residents hear criticism of machine politics and the Quay era as Wilkes-Barre and Philadelphia papers urge reform. The Fourth Legislative District calls a July convention in Dunmore to elect delegates to the state GOP meeting in Harrisburg.
The Philadelphia Press argues the governor should engage with the people and reject being controlled by Quay. The piece defends Hastings and his allies, denies aggression, and appeals to fair Republicans for support. The Wilkes-Barre News-Dealer mocks a U S senator touring the state for votes, calling it a loss of dignified office.
The Republicans of the Second legislative district meet in the arbitration room at the court house Scranton Pa on Tuesday July 16 18% at 2 pm to elect two delegates to the Republican state convention in Harrisburg August 24 1896. Election districts and delegate numbers follow with districts in Seventh through Twentieth wards. Vigilance committee is asked to take notice and govern accordingly.
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