Quay's Overreach Weighs on His Career in Pa Politics
The reflection centers on Senator Matthew Stanley Quay and his mounting defeats. It argues his own missteps, including harsh rhetoric and poor judgment, have cost him gubernatorial prestige, Philadelphia influence, and governor's support. The piece likens his arc to Napoleon's Waterloo and warns of continuing decline.
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Quay
Philadelphia
Senator Quay
Napoleon
Matthew Stanley Quay
Toom
Dante
Drews
Delamater
Penrose
Cameron
Matthew Quay
Halcyon
Allegheny
Senator
Judge Willard
Pittston Gazette
Pennsylvania
Willard
Farmers embrace bicycling as road-funding hope grows
The Chicago Times-Herald notes farmers' boys increasingly ride wheels, urging direct sales to cut costs and accelerate road improvements. It warns midstream markups keep prices high, delaying widespread bicycle purchase and road funding progress.
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Hoya
Chicago Times-Herald
Luzerne party backs McLean in partisan judiciary bid
In Luzerne county conservatives warn the McLean nomination signals complete partisan control of the bench. Party leaders rejected moderation at the convention, urging voters to oppose the candidacy in a push for a nonpartisan judiciary.
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Luzerne
McLean
Luzere
Luzerne County
State chairman battle favors administration by majority votes
The state chairmanship fight shows the administration with a clear plurality of at least sixty one votes, likely widening after supporters join. Senator Quay is defeated. A future Spanish war action near Cuba could provoke a fatal clash with an American vessel, prompting a warning to Spain.
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Philadelphia
Allegheny
Quay
Cuba
Spain
Quay Opposes Magee Move On Federal Appointments
A political defense criticizes Senator Quay for urging a constitutional amendment and condemns the Hog Combine influence in federal nominations. The piece likens Quay to Boss Tweed and argues that Senate honor should restrain personal grudges, preserving public trust and voter rights.
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Quay
Magee
Senate
Pennsylvania
United States
Boss Tweed
Tweed
Boesism
Carbondale Leader Defends Editorial Independence
The Carbondale Leader denies any link between its former editor Alterman Jones and current political policy. The piece asserts the paper considers presidential appointments on merit, not political businesas, challenging a common impression about its editorial stance.
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Carbondale
Alterman Jones
The Kindergarten's Real Purpose Explained
The Chicago Times Herald argues kindergarten training is not a fad but a structured learning system created by Froebel. It contrasts Froebel's play based, thinking oriented method with mere day care, claiming education should lead out faculties and build receptivity for later schooling. It notes broader political allegiances and local editorials about Quay, Willard, and related races.
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Hilnels
Chicago Times Herald
Pestalozas
Oberlin
Froe- del
Proebel
Froebel
Quay and Cameron Loyalties Split on Cameron Re-Election
The article argues Republicans broadly back Cameron for Senate, with Senator Quay certain to back him and unlikely to oppose. It notes Quay’s loyalty, but also hints at divisions among Republicans over Cameron, describing their long standing alliance and the potential for dissent if a mass party opposition emerges.
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Cameron
Senate
Republicana
Thelra
Quay
Mr. Cameron
Abolition of Party Dictatorship Urged by Press Caucus
A collection of newspaper editorials from Pittsburg Times Philadelphia Press and Wilkes-Barre papers denounce Senator Quay threats to control federal patronage and urge Republicans to end partisan dictation. They argue appointments require Senate consent and favor state convention will overrule autocratic aims.
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Pittsburg
Benator Quay
Senator Quay
Senate
Hastings
Gilkeson
United States Senate
Quay
Pennsylvania
United States
Quay’s control of party machinery seen as Cameron aid
The article argues Mr. Quay should refrain from wielding party treasury and leverages to aid Cameron. It notes half the state senators are elected, with the chair of the state committee serving through the next fights. It questions why Quay wants control unless to benefit Cameron and warns Republicans against backing Cameron’s re-election.
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Cameron
Quay
Mr. Cameron
House
Pennsylvania
Senate
Harriaburg Patriot highlights murder charges in Luserne county
The Harriaburg Patriot notes a new murder charge against Holmen and urges Luserne county to seize the moment in the political campaign. The piece suggests partisan tension surrounding a convention and a bid for third bench position.
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Lenerme
Harriaburg
Holmen
Luserne
Battle for state chairmanship roils Pennsylvania Republicans
Harrisburg reports show Governor Hastings pledged to Cameron while Magee touts Gilkeson as favored by 176 of 29 delegates in the state convention. Quay allies plot from Lochiel hotel as Osbourne seeks compromise and Watres as possible chairman. Montgomery county reps endorse Hastings stance amid internal party rift and calls for unity.
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Towanda
Cooperanya
Senator Quay
Quay
Hastings
Harrisburg
Lancaster Inquirer
Cameron
Magee
Gilkeson
Tribune
Major Warren
William Connell
Commonwealth
Lochiel Hotel
Senatora ‘Purase
Grady
Yeaterday
Philadelphia Inquirer
Bvranton
Lackawanna
Osbourne
Philadelphia
Watres
Scranton
the Patriot
Lewters
Norristown Herald
Montgomery County
Messrs. Gilkeson
Tate
Republican Party
Republican Party of the State,” B. Witman Dambly, H. W. Krats
George ¢. Hollenbach
Franklin A. Comly
J. B. Goentner
Convention Call Third Legislative District Meeting
The Republican standing committee for the Third assembly district of Lackawanna county will meet Saturday July 6 at 2 p m in the arbitration room at the courthouse Scranton. Members listed include Henton Martin Anthony Cliffon J J Wagonhurnt Covington Frank Hodson and many others across Lackawanna township La Plume Lehigh Madison Newton North Abington Old Forge Taylor and nearby areas. By order of J Watkins Chairman B J Northup Secretary Taylor Pa July 17 1896.
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Court House
Scranton
Henton
Martin Anthony
Cliffon
J. J. Wagonhurnt
Covington
Frank Hodson
Glenburn
Palmer
Gouldsboro
R. C. Drum
Greenfield
W. O. Worth
Lackawanna Township
David D. Griffiths
John McCrindle
Zach, Gray
Charles Bray
Thomas Lovering
la Plume
Frank M. Chase
Lehigh
Frank D. Lewis
Madison
John B. LaTouche
Newton
George P. Myers
North Abington
F. M. Francis
Old Forge
R. Willis Rees
Henry Trauffer
Patrick J. Judge
Ransom
W. F. Bandway
Scott
Charles M. Grosvenor
Beranton
Thomas W. Jones
Spring Brook
Evan Jones
Sooth
Abington
John H. Evans
Taylor
J. W. Howser
John D. Atherton
Burgess Grimbs
John F. Tubbs
Waverly
F. A. Parker
J. &. Watkins
B. J. Northup
Taylor, Pa
Belt Gap and Ball GhieAP
Clarence M. Florey a sporting goods dealer on Wyoming avenue offers a ten cent ball or bat with a free uniform cap and belt to attract boys to baseball. Florey is among the hustlers promoting the scheme.
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Clarence M. Florey
Wyoming Avenue
Mr. Florey
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