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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1895
Page
4
The article surveys Walter Q Gresham as a failed Republican presidential candidate in 1888 and analyzes his appeal to agrarian Populist sentiment, noting his indecision and vanity, the era's tariff debates, and the shifting support among western voters amid the silver question.
The piece notes Republican sentiment in Susquehanna county against joining with Lackawanna in a congressional district. It suggests implications for a Lackawanna nominee and mentions broader debates within the party over monetary policy and state aid. Auditor General Mylin supports shifting beer tax collection to his department. The Philadelphia Record opposes state aid to public schools.
A strong shift in public sentiment across Republican papers and officials demands adherence to the constitution and prompt apportionment bills. Governors and lawmakers face widespread advocacy from legislators, county officers, and party committees urging swift, equitable districting measures.
Philadelphia Press urges passage in the lower house for an appellate court to relieve the overburdened supreme court. With population and business rising, officials warn delay would harm public interests and jeopardize justice. A plan for a new appellate court has gained favor but faces indifference. If not enacted now, many interests fear harm before next session.
The Pennsylvania legislative session nears a close one week from Saturday with reapportionment chances stated. The state Democratic HQ for Harrity moves to Allentown. Hastings administration reportedly seeks Philadelphia as the next national convention site. Theo Hart of Pittston plans to run as a national delegate from Luzerne County.
A 19th century weekly horoscope notes a restless travel loving child born under good stars may join councils yet risk mischief under evil influences. The column cites unrelated odds and ends about warming storage, political delegates, and a Wor d war era cautionary tone on humor and honesty in juries.
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