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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1896
Page
4
Congressmen at large Galusha A Grow of Susquehanna and Samuel A Pavenpori of Erie are listed among legation nominees dated Nov 3. The document names two representatives from Pennsylvania in the selection slate.
Condensed by the Times Herald, the piece lists policy calls for revenue and labor protection, tariffs, veterans pensions, Monroe doctrine, naval expansion, immigration limits, civil service reform, women's rights, and territorial admissions. It notes coal prices and critiques silver proponents, framing a broad reform and foreign policy program.
Advocates of free coinage contest claims of falling prices on wheat corn and cotton since 1870. The piece cites a Whirling Dukker argument and cites Aldrich Senate committee findings showing silver’s value decline outpacing general prices, arguing gold remains the steadier measure and gold standard better for stability.
The article argues over the free silver movement, contrasting repudiation risks if debtors push to be paid in depreciated coin with creditor protections. It cites McKinley and Bryan, critiques tariff fixes, and notes political maneuvering around Ohio and New York races. It mocks Populists and discusses Debates proposals and party positions.
H. B. Van Benthuyzen of Scranton argues that Republican protection under McKinley boosted prosperity, while Democratic calls for free silver and tariff reform harm wages and industry. He cites trade data, wage losses, and import volumes to condemn Democratic policy and defend high protective tariffs.
The text critiques Democratic editors and their discussions of revenue changes under the McKinley law versus the tax law of 83. It notes the caption of the McKinley bill aims to reduce revenues and cites the motive as excess revenue beyond government needs.
U F Williams of Scranton argues the McKinley tariff reduced revenues and created a perilous surplus while the Wilson Gorton law under Cleveland increased national debt. He contends tariffs cause deficit and poverty, praising the earlier tariff as a fiscal necessity and urging fiscal restraint ahead of election.
The Times-Herald reports that total receipts for the first twenty two months under the McKinsey tariff law totaled 000,420.00 and a net loss of 227,781 under the Wilson-Gorman tariff for revenue. Octal treasury data show a net deficit of 0.0.977 for the same period ending June 0, 18%. The revenue shortfalls forced gold reserve draws to cover government expenses and the public debt rose under Cleveland.
The Philadelphia Press notes William Connell of Scranton is the only announced Republican candidate in the Lackawanna district. It says he will likely win the nomination by acclamation and has strong qualifications for service in the House, having risen from the ranks of labor.
A brief Timee-Herald commentary explains that all dollars regardless of form are backed by 100 cents in gold, emphasizing the gold standard and monetary value behind money in paper or silver.
The Baltimore American notes the free silver movement is dying out and predicts it will be only an unpleasant memory by the coming November election. It suggests the public interest has waned and political tides may shift away from the issue.
The Baltimore American reports prosperity will return, riding a crest of sound money. The forecast emphasizes fiscal discipline and stable currency as the catalyst for renewed economic growth and confidence.
A fragmented note notes public confusion over proposed free silver legislation and its political reception. It hints at legislative interest but lacks clear details on sponsors dates or outcomes. The fragment focuses on awareness and support dynamics among the public.
A local literary note highlights Christy Boland aiming to be the Boy Orator of Luckawanna while a critical Chicago platform draws mixed reaction. The piece comments on fashion and social pretenses, noting skimpy economic moments and the croak of business optimism amid alleged hard times.
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