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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1896
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune notes Wanamaker press touts a Cameron scare to push the next legislature to appoint the Philadelphia merchant as senator. It argues other figures should be considered and points to a broader debate beyond one name.
The article discusses the Dunmore stabbing of Rocco Salvatore and a broader concern about rising local murders. It argues crime affects community trust, questions immigration policy and assimilation, and notes spending on foreign missions versus educating home immigrants. The piece hints at AngloAmerican accountability and remarks on European views of American influence.
The piece argues a stable Spanish public opinion could avert Cuba war and push reforms toward home rule. It cites abuses by Spain against American vessels and citizens, calls for neutral duty, and urges Spain to protect American lives, property, and trade while the United States seeks peace and security in Cuba.
The Cleveland administration hints at remitting the Cuban issue to Major McKinley within three months unless forced by unforeseen provocation. Experts cite two reasons including difficulty in rapid resolution and deference to successors. Kentucky returns show McKinley ahead by 257 votes with Bryan earning one elector.
Attorney TL P Wedeman drafts a bill to create a three member relief commission elected annually to aid families harmed by alcohol. The panel would grant monthly relief of up to a specified amount, fund a district home for addicts, disqualify liquor interests, and channel surplus license fees to relief. The piece notes uncertainty about operational effects and invites discussion. It ends with a quip about New York considering a curfew and needing street waits housing.
The article notes official electors in South Dakota and Wyoming await final determination of their electoral votes on the January date, with indications they will support Bryan. It also predicts McKinley’s national popular vote majority at about 1,000,000 on a total around 15 million, possibly 200,000 higher, and that only two presidents have ever surpassed such totals.
The piece notes McKinley’s large popular vote lead and a record high electoral edge, alongside an animated Illinois senatorial race with Madden and Billy Mason vying for Palmer’s seat and the entry of Robert St Hitt. It also references Gompers urging attention to Sovereign of the Knights of Labor and a strong stock market rebound in Chicago and New York following McKinley’s election.
The note argues for enacting the Dingley bill this winter, but warns that failure may trigger an extra session. It emphasizes readiness for continuing legislative action and potential extension of the session.
A quirky Scranton column recalls an impersonator at Athlete Park and a Yale football idol coaching local players. It also reports Irish witness wit and a Syracuse theater reception, plus updates on singers Kaiser and Watkins in London and publicity for the Great Commercial Travelers’ Fair in New York.
The horoscope notes a husky voice from the people as they defend theories amid silverite battles. Editor John Brickwood stirs disturbance. A mine identity confusion touches Carbondale. Van Horn denies self-incrimination. Local football rushers fear a coal dust pall and a cellar ascent. Thanksgiving prep unsettles Thana Muncles.
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