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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1896
Page
1
A sale catalog lists children's jackets from 4 to 12 years in various styles and fabrics with prices from 1.19 to 4.49. It also promotes misses and ladies jackets, astrakan models, plush capes, and seal plush capes with deep discounts and high value comparisons.
New York dispatch reports Kentucky entirely Republican with Governor Bradley’s telegram confirming McKinley’s win. National committee members remain at headquarters as hours until closing wind down and Democratic offices thin out.
Early returns show Republican leads in several states including Tennessee with Democrats claiming narrow wins in some counties. Counts from Kentucky and New Jersey hint at mixed outcomes while South Dakota and Delaware totals show Republicans ahead in many districts. A court ruling may standardize elector counts as final tallies lag.
New York reports indicate possible House contests over seat eligibility. A Brady letter at Republican HQ hints half a dozen Virginia contests may arise, with Pasiah Patterson contesting against S. W. Carmack in Tennessee and other emerging seat disputes across the slate.
Dayton and Columbus districts confront scrutiny as defeated candidates threaten to challenge results over alleged fraud or substantial irregularities affecting hopes and success.
Complete county returns for Pennsylvania show McKinley 1,297,1 Bryan 423,968, Levering 18,262, Palmer 921 MeKinsey plurality 297,006. Congress: Republicans 27, Democrats 3. Delegation 28 Republicans 2 Democrats. Legislature: Senate 44R 6D, House 178R 14D, Republican joint ballot majority 174.
Senator Ben Tillman of South Carolina spoke in Atlanta on his way from Chicago, predicting Bryan as the Democratic nominee in 1900. He praised Bryan, urged southern and western solidarity, defended financial reform, and dismissed David Hill as a dead duck while forecasting Republican defeat and a resurgent Democratic prosperity.
Canton Ohio November 6 A delegation of Cincinnati men urged Major McKinley to attend the Commercial club dinner in Cincinnati but he declined saying he will remain in Canton with rare trips to Cleveland and Washington to preserve health and conserve strength before the March 4 deadline. He noted Chicago and New York appeals but would not travel extensively unless Mrs McKinley’s health required a change of air.
Mrs William Carpenter of Crawford Avenue New Castle Pa was badly burned after falling onto open grate bars. Her lips and face suffered severe burns and her hair was singed. Doctors say she might recover if she had not inhaled fumes, but outlook remains poor. She is about 30 years old.
Tenver reports on a boxing style bout where undefeated local star Zemie Bieyule Sider defeats famed eastern challenger Monte Mee He Well Known. The event occurs at Denver Wheel versus Pabke and Ty with Vane and Whee in attendance, marking a decisive victory.
William J. Bryan issues a hopeful statement to bimetallists urging continued advocacy for free coinage at a 16 to 1 ratio. He predicts gold standard supporters may join or oppose the silver cause and urges silver clubs to stay organized and active through the next four years.
Telegraph from Lincoln to Siegel Cooper & Co reports W J Bryan refusing a 25000 per year offer to run their law department. He says he will devote the next four years to advocating bimetallism and cannot consider the proposal.
Hackensack residents debate whether the man found dead in woods near Tenafly on Tuesday was killed or died by suicide. An inquest by Coroner Ricardo is planned for tomorrow evening, with verdict expected to be unknown.
Proponents of the murder theory argue the knife would be nearby if the man killed himself and doubt he would have stripped. Others believe the man self-inflicted the wound but could have walked away, discarded the knife, and burned clothing. A rubbish pile near the body, including trouser fabric, supports the suicide scenario. The body lay undiscovered for weeks, was decomposed, and buried by the coroner.
Secretary Olney received a cable from Ambassador Bayard reporting that prosecution against Castle was withdrawn and Mrs Castle was sentenced on a formal plea to the minimum imprisonment without labor. The note cites mental disorder and urges total remission, with expectations of release tomorrow.
A night collision near the harbor entrance sinks the schooner Maggie. Thirteen aboard perish, including Captain Blundon’s wife and relatives. Ten saved by deck and lifeboats as police seek manslaughter charges against the Tiber’s captain Delisle.
London telegraph says President elect McKinley’s reply to England is “peace on earth, good will to men.” He impressed Canton correspondent with humility, while Major McKinley’s cordial manner noted. Also ships arrivals and departures listed for New York and Hamburg ports.
Pat Raedy of Washington knocks out Tom Burns of California in three rounds. Raedy controlled the bout from the start while Burns was the betting favorite.
The morning edition notes general prosperity in Bryan's followers as campaigns shift to practical aids. A hitman claim against Hill is reported as a dead duck. Local items include two children and grandmother drowned with coroner's jury exonerating Michael A Kelley.
News from multiple cities reports renewed industrial activity after months of idle time. Mills in Woonsocket and Slatersville shift to full time, Carnegie Steel expands with new furnaces and road work, and railroads prepare major hires and longer shifts amid improving demand.
Wheat prices surged in Chicago on November 6 with gains from 74 1 2 to 75 1 2 as demand for milling goods boosted futures. The market sees potential highs near 80 cents and even dollar wheat before Christmas amid shifting money questions and buying sentiment.
Edinburgh speech by Lord Selborne parliamentary secretary of the colonial office and Salisbury son in law states the Venezuelan dispute will be settled satisfactorily before parliament reassembles.
Mrs William H Vanderbilt mother of Cornelius and William K Vanderbilt died in Scarborough New York this afternoon from heart disease She was 87 years old and widow of William H Vanderbilt born in 1836 and married in 1856 to William H Vanderbilt.
In the middle states today clear weather with higher temperatures. Local rain or showers likely this evening over the lake region and possibly in the upper Hudson and Delaware valleys. Sunday will bring partly cloudy cooler conditions with strong southwest to northwest winds and a risk of rain or snow in northern districts followed by clearing and much cooler air.
Indoor sale offers discounts on ladies and children’s wear this week. Stores advertise limited-time prices and featured items across multiple departments.
A crate of women’s undergarments including muslin underwear cambric gowns tucked yoke embroidered collars cuffs and drawers. Prices range from 7 cents to 4.00 for gowns and up to 1.50 for embroidered sets with a large selection for misses and children and a note on Lole Fuller drawers and corset covers. The ad touts quality and low prices with emphasis on the newest styles.
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