Ambitious Hopefuls Shuffle in Pre Election Tidings
In the wake of fast Tuesday results, Grover Cleveland faces less third term opposition while Republicans may gain a larger field. Philadelphia observers note the Superior court race shifts, praising Judge Smith of Lackawanna as well as other judges. Senator Brice’s looming bid for President is hinted, with a move to New York once his Ohio term ends.
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Philadelphia Presse
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Superior Court
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Bucks
Pennsylvania
Central Court
Pennsylvana
Smith
Lackawanna
Senator Brice
United States
Ohio
New York
Brice
Cleveland
Rochester Post-Express
England
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Oudenarde
Malplaquet
Bagatelle
Duty of the House Sets Hopeful Policy Path
The coming session will feature a Republican House likely to pursue decisive policy on finance and foreign affairs. The balance of power rests with the Populists in the Senate, while the President may differ. A revenue plan and Cuba policy are deemed critical, with hopes for broad public support.
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Congress
House
Senate
Cuba
Republican House
Pittsburg
Tureday
Republican Policy Push Probed by House Record in 1897 Outlook
The excerpt portrays a Republican aims to showcase policy gains and the party's anticipated full control by 1897. Dr Parkhurst asserts optimism and unwavering resolve, though the text hints at possible skepticism or discount of his optimism by opponents.
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House
Bradley Victory Questioned in Kentucky Gubernatorial Race
The piece argues Col. Bradley's Kentucky governorship, though elected, will face a post election contest by Col. Hardin. It notes southern states often deny GOP officeholders, cites Tennessee and West Virginia examples, and predicts continued Democratic resistance and possible presidential realignments. It also comments on Philadelphia senators and broader political dynamics.
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Col. Bradley
Kentucky
Tennessee
Hon
Henry Co. Evang
Goff
West Virginia
Col. Hardin
Maryland
South
New York Political Coincidences Highlight Hill and Platt
Walter Wellman notes New York’s current political maneuvering centering on David B. Hill and Thomas Platt. He cites liquor votes aiding Hill’s rise, a 1882 ticket that swept to power, and Platt emerging as a dominant figure as Hill’s senatorial term nears its end. He hints at further coincidences as March 1897 approaches.
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Walter Wellman
Pelnta
Chicago
Imnes-Herald
New York
David B. Hill
Mr. Wellman
Hill
Nowell
Buffalo
Elmira
Cleveland
Hil
Washington
Thomas Collier Platt
Mr. Platt
Roscoe Conkling
Folger
Poiron
Thomas C
Senate
Haine
Elkins
Harrison
Platt
Press Comments On The Vanderbilt Marlborough Wedding Abroad
The excerpts show British reactions to the Consuelo Vanderbilt and Duke of Marlborough marriage. Letters mock the match and joke about English dowagers steering suitors to America. The clippings also discuss American politics with references to Cleveland, party struggles, and headlines from Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Springfield, and Chicago outlining party prospects and the 1904 election climate.
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Misa Consuelo Vanderbilt
Duke of Marlborough
England
Great Britain
America
States
Dialogue Snippet Highlights Courtship and Economy
A fragmented dialogue from Harper's Bazar contrasts nautical life with domestic aims. A man praises a dutiful yacht while the woman probes for a beautiful wife, the exchange wryly noting economy as a ground for compatibility.
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Harper's Bazar
Intriguing Exchange Involving City Offices and District Figures
A garbled dialogue features mentions of the city assessor Rudolph Duengil, a remark about Billy Craig, and a plan to “corner the output of fish bait.” The exchange touches on political figures like Bill Blackstone and ex-Deputy Collector Burke, with hints of internal schemes and mischief.
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Bill Blackstone
Dave Davis
David
Rudolph Duengil
Burke
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