This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1895
Page
4
A pointed political remark warns that Pennsylvania Republicans will bear responsibility if the party experiences another Delamater defeat or dilemma, reflecting intra party tensions and reform debates.
In Susquehanna County a bitter machine driven push backs Quay as delegates are pledged to him at the Wyoming House. Local officials Wright and Kilrow insist on delivering two delegates while Republicans revolt and Democrats are urged to influence primaries. The piece calls for resisting a backroom deal and notes two thirds of Republicans oppose Quay.
An old hill street, Pine street, shows how good paving boosts desirability. Within two years property values rose on average twenty five percent and sometimes fifty percent as residents approved a first class asphalt pavement. The struggle included steep grades between Madison and Jefferson avenues and adjustments to road design.
An editorial lauds asphalt paving for Mulberry Street as a catalyst to raise real estate values and neighborhood desirability. It argues paving will not only enhance the street itself but also adjacent ground and the broader Scranton area, urging resident inquiries to weigh benefits against costs. The piece also references broader Republican party shifts in Pennsylvania and New York.
The piece discusses Scranton Traction's failing service under retiring manager J. R. Beetem and argues a local candidate should lead. It mentions Inspector Gallagher as a possible successor, noting local knowledge over outsider influence and the need to overcome financial handicaps from distant speculators.
The Wilkes-Barre Record faces critique for favoring the Reading railroad amid coal market turmoil. It defends the line by highlighting 21 percent of coal tonnage and prices rivaling competitors, while receivers prove the claim’s integrity and warn against arbitration as compromise.
The piece argues that Reading Railroad’s 21 percent price claim harms small operators and raises questions about arbitration. It contends the Record’s praise of Reading masks broader unfairness and notes Quay supporters and organizations shape criticism of Judge Willard, complicating state delegate support.
The article debates the legacies of Daniel H. Hastings and Marcus Quay, praising Hastings for leadership in reconstruction after the Conemaugh flood and criticizing Quay for political ineffectiveness. It references Sam Wright and Myron B. Wright and critiques Susquehanna county Republican dynamics.
Philadelphia Press and Pittsburg Times debate the Snyder county plan to elect a delegate to the state convention and choose a state committee chairman. The issue centers on party rules, Quay’s faction, Governor Hastings, and the impact on young Republicans amid a system described as one man bossism.
Editorial excerpts discuss Pennsylvania Republicans backing Governor Hastings against Senator Quay and Cameron. They argue for a people dependent leadership, view Hastings as key to future national influence, and criticize Quay backed officials as political bosses.
The Pittsburg Times essay argues humans can thrive on bacteria if properly cooked into metaphor, contrasting old disease fears with new threats. It mocks chronic illnesses and proclaims that infusoria and bacilli are not worst dangers, suggesting starvation as the only safe option.
A convention is set for Thursday August 6 1895 at 2 PM in the arbitration room of the Scranton courthouse to elect a delegate to the state convention in Harrisburg August 28 1895 and to conduct other business. Primaries will be held Saturday August 3 1895 from 4 to 7 PM at regular polling places. lists of districts and representatives include Scranton wards and various townships. Vigilance committees are asked to take no action. Secretary Scranton Pa July 37 1586.
The Troy Times argues education generally reduces crime in the United States despite mixed European results. It cites English prison declines with schooling, France showing rising juvenile crime, and places responsibility on immigration and social temptations rather than instruction itself. It defends the U.S. system as virtuous while urging domestic controls on criminals entering the country.
A compact lament recalling two people from Exchange. One man, marked by constant virtue, never spoke or acted falsely yet died as a good man. A woman, devout and untroubled by scandal, also dies, depicted as deaf and dumb, never engaging in public life.
Clarence M. Florey sporting goods dealer on Wyoming Avenue offers a scheme to keep boys interested in baseball. With each ten cent ball or bat, a uniform cap and belt will be given. Among the hustlers is Mr. Florey.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.