Local Officials Map Roles in County Office Listings
A fragment lists county officials and their positions including George F Huff Clerk of the Courts, JON Recorder of Deeds, Ste E Pryor Register of Wills, WM Hopkins Jury Commissioner, T J Matthews Legislative First District, John R Farr, Gary Fourth District, and Chas Po Malley.
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George F. Huff
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Jon Recorder
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Buester Honor
John R
Farr Brose
Fier
T. Peat
Gary
Chas. PO Malley
City Promises Cheap Power and Growth Potential
The piece touts a northeastern Pennsylvania metropolis with 12,000 school children and 184,000 residents, claiming elevation 740 feet and energy costs lower than rivals. It boasts voter counts, school property value, and a push to attract new industries, previewing Tribune coverage for Wednesday.
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Arara
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Get out the vote in a charged election appeal
A partisan urging Republicans to mobilize support amid battle lines with Democrats. The piece attacks Democratic tactics, praises tariff stakes and names Mr Singerly, Mr Merrifield, General Hastings, and Representative Scranton as leading figures, urging strong turnout to influence the outcome nationwide.
Republicans Embrace Diverse Coalition On Gotham Platform
A Gotham meeting for a municipal ticket united General Harrison Levi P Morton Archbishop Ireland and Bishop McGouldrick in a display of broad party inclusivity. The Republicans praised equal welcome for all races creeds and a wide constituency while urging full turnout and comparing current votes with past results.
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Levi P. Morton
John Ireland
St. Paul
McGouldrick
St. Louis
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Republican Party
Campaign Libel and Slang in Lackawanna County Votes
A political appeal challenges Democratic leaders and candidates to reject mudslinging and false charges as the 1890 election looms. It questions honesty of Judge P. P. Smith and Sheriff candidate figures, urging a clear repudiation of vile tactics and demanding a focus on fair, lawful campaigning. The piece also notes a Norristown joint debate between Hastings and Bingerly.
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Edward Merrifield
the Tribune
Democracy
P. P. Smith
Lackawanna Democracy
Norriatown
Hastings
Bingerly
Lackawanns County
Merrifield
Smith
Bailey
Schadt
Mr. Bailey
Blackguard
Frank Clemens
Political diatribe on party tactics and corruption
The piece argues that reform depends on mobilizing the Republican vote and accuses Democratic bosses of crying foul over corruption funds while noting a Democrat raised fund at a North End banquet for intended corrupt purposes. It warns that personal abuse harms the abuser as well.
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North End
Campaign ethics and political attacks in Scranton era
A Scranton Truth editorial denounces slander and coercive tactics in local politics, naming Edward Merrifield and others while urging fair campaigning. It notes Republican support for clean handling, cites party alignments, and discusses anticipated elections in Lackawanna and Allegheny counties. It also references Hazleton Sentinel and Philadelphia Press items on campaign speeches and incidents.
Democratic Reform Critique Hits Farmers and Labor
A severe critique portrays Democratic Reform as harmful to workers and producers. It claims wages decline, the national debt rises, and labor is driven to the streets while foreign competition benefits Canada and Europe. The piece condemns the policy as folly and scandal from a November 6 political notice.
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Canada
Ohio
Europe
Why Horses Are Cheap Told By Republican Leader
Chairman Babcock of the Republican Congressional Campaign Committee shares a Wisconsin speech quip about cheap horses. The proposed explanation cites electric streetcars and bicycles reducing demand, then a German farmer adds that there are too many jackasses, as a supposed reason.
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Turning Their Backs on the Democratic Party
The speech criticizes the Democratic party over tariff policy and Cleveland’s leadership. The speaker argues voters are turning away from Democrats to avoid facing past actions and political smear. Edward Merrifield is challenged to defend himself about aiding blackguard journalism and political mudslinging.
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Democratic Party
Edward Merrifield
Blackguard
Over the Hills and Far Away by Eugene Field
A fragmentary verse excerpt reflects childhood dreams of battle and heroism under an apple tree. It contrasts youthful ambitions with aging reflection on truth and lost friends as the speaker contemplates life’s journey.
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Medico-Chirurgical College of Philadelphia
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Symroom
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Spruce Street
Scranton
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