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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1896
Page
4
Scranton Tribune issue from November 8, 1906 lists the Republican ticket with national and state candidates. Names include President BISLEY and Vice President HOBART, with other county figures GALUSAR GROW DAVENPORT and WARD, among editors and printers.
Fragmentary OCR notes show district names and officials such as PARK and CONNEL with MACKEY and REYNOLDS. The text references election context, Prophet outreach, and county duties with unclear surrounds.
In a column urging voters to support McKinley and Connell, the piece defends Republican nominees amid circulation of unfavorable stories. It emphasizes duty to vote, party unity, and the importance of a decisive victory for stable governance. The appeal targets local constituents and highlights community impact.
A fragment reflecting Theodore Roosevelt warns against using the flag as a partisan emblem and condemns demagogic tactics. It argues Roosevelt’s view that patriotism should inspire temperate conduct and that disrespect to the flag harms all, referencing a recent dispute where Democrats tore it down.
The Tribune leases a telegraphic wire from New York news centers to display election returns on a stage screen at Linden Street and Washington Avenue. An operator and stereopticon artist will present bulletins between homotoms and pictures with free access for the public on Court House square. The note implies support for Alex Connell and contrasts him with his opponent PT.
The piece cites speeches by Bryan and McKinley, discusses free silver, tariffs of 1890, and McKinley era factory growth. It notes the call to vote early, praise for restraint, and forecasts a Republican victory while urging support for Mackey and Ward. It mentions Cuba's rainy season as ending with spluttering pens.
The article surveys economic effects of the McKinley tariff with figures on cotton, manufacturing, wages, and output in several states. It notes increased production in tin and plate works, rising wage counts, and a record U S steel ingot output, alongside shifts in foreign trade and political stakes including electoral votes and calls to vote.
The article elevates William Connell as the strongest advocate for the people, praising his rise from poverty to influence. It argues his labor support base, especially miners, backs his leadership for national legislative work. It predicts broad political backing and a decisive victory for Connell as their Washington representative.
Editorial endorses two candidates for U S Congress from Lackawanna County. It backs Samuel Connell as a capable representative in touch with the majority and President, arguing he would push for local needs and stand with county sentiment. It also discusses Merritte Merrifield as less suitable, predicting he would be minority in Congress and unable to advance the county’s priorities.
A fragmented astrology column for November 5 forecasts with political jabber and social commentary. References to a recall recallers and local figures hint at Lackawanna politics and tax themes.
In our dress goods department new trade winners are showcased with Lot 3 featuring 24 pieces of 50 inch all wool broadcloths in seasonal shades including black priced at 35 cents.
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