Contested County Convention Teases Delvimtes Support
A reader message notes strong Republican sentiment for tonal delvites at the county convention next fall and support for William Connell and J. A. Beranton as delegates. The piece asks who has authority to name Connell as a Scranton supporter and hints at a looming intra party fight.
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William Condell
J. A. Béranton
Mr. Scranton
Rolrick Random
William Connell
J. A. Scranton
No Occasion for Bloodshed in Quay Apportionment Debate
The Philadelphia editorial tone urges moderation amid Quay's role in a contentious apportionment fight. It contrasts Quay with rival critics and presents his own defense, arguing constitutional duty allows delay if legislature cannot agree. It notes the Tribune’s stance and warns against premature party leadership shifts.
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Philadelphia
Senator Quay
Smith
Republican Party
Pennsylvania
Tribune
Quay
United States
Pasa
Congress
Ifty-First
Mee
Capis
Philadelphia Reapportionment Sparks Constitutional Debate
In Harrisburg a dispute over legislative apportionment questions whether Philadelphia can gain or lose seats under the current constitution. The passage notes no constitutional violation and criticizes local ballpark crowd control and safety measures during Memorial Day events, urging fair treatment for the Scranton Ball Club.
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Philadelphia
Philladelphia Din Adidi
Congrésa
Congress
Harrisburg
Scranton
Bath
Mapper
Rowdylem
Botts
Johnson
Betis
Electricity and power costs spark Scranton observations
A Scranton era assessment analyzes power generation costs from Niagara and steam engines, estimating per horse power charges, fuel costs, and transmission prospects. It notes long distance transmission potential, market links to New York and Newark, and warns of rising bicycle traffic endangering pedestrians amid urban modernization.
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Niagara
Scranton
Boards of Trade
Ningla
New York State
Byraduye
Ninenra
Hoxton
Buffalo Society Embraces Living Pictures of The Arts
A piece reflecting Buffalo society’s interest in moving pictures and chromelike arts. It notes elitist tastes, critiques on amateur players, and commentary from Dr. Louis Robinson on facial expression and temptation. It mentions Erdman’s stance on gold standard and bimetallism, and political intrigue around Cleveland Whitney reconciliation and Pennsylvania education law.
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Louis Robinson
Fable of two governors ends in odd wakeful bed scene
A tangled reminiscence from a Virginia West Virginia conflict features Governor Ferrall and Governor MacCorkle. The tale recounts a late night in Marion county with ex Governor Taylor performing a spoof lecture on a bed while a chorus of locals overhears a theatrical exchange and comic lines.
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Ferrall
Virginia
MacCorkle
West Virginia
Fine
Angel
Wiahimeton
Plctebure Dispatch
Bob Taylor
Tetinerston
Mac Corkle de
Taylor
Miles and Miles Tales From a Civil War Poker Night
Major General Nelson Miles recalls a spring 1865 retreat from Richmond and a sprawling poker game among Confederate and Union soldiers. The reminiscence weaves in ballads, poetry, and weather musings from Grand Rapids Press style nostalgia.
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Miles
Tom Ochiltree
Henri Watterson
Davis
Leo
Watterson
Richmond
Danville
Ballon Creek
Golltron
Treasury Department
Carda
Rome
Toney
Daily Horoscope and Political Snippets from The Tribune
The column blends Ajacehus the astrologer notes for Tuesday June 4 with satirical snippets from Montrose and Scranton papers. It cites currency debates the single gold standard, references Kate Field, Quarles, and a sea serpent forecast, then shifts to Scranton Free Press and Syracuse Port opinions on Lackawanna politics and streetcar governance.
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Ajacehus
The
Tribune
Moon
David Hill
Napoleon
Kate Field
Kate
Quarles
Gilmore's Aromatic Wine Aimed at Female Health
Elevator pitch style advertisement promising to revive weak, nervous women bringing rosy cheeks and flesh. Claims to regulate and correct female ailments, aid digestion, enrich blood, and provide lasting strength. Sold by Matthews Bros. in Scranton.
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Gilmore
Matthews Bros
Scranton
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Meirth
Nixon Waterman
Puck
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Nba
Scranton Free Press
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Washington Ave
Reiger
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Clemons
Ferber
O'Malley
Lackawanna Avenue
Eva M. HE
Eva M. Hetzel
Hialg
Lackawanna Ave
Boranton, Pa
Traders National Bank of Scranton
Amartl Hines
Presiden Watson
A.B. Williams
DI Reen Ramuel Hines
James Ming
A. Finch
Fioree
Binley
Tiespe Jermyn
Kemmerer
Charlies
P.thewa
John T. Porter
W. W. Watson
DR. Hill & Son
Albany
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Hull & CO
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Rene
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