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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1896
Page
7
The Scranton Tribune notes prophets agree on an extra session. The brief item mentions anticipation of additional legislative action and signals readiness for work, reflecting political chatter in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
The county court denounced fraudulent foreign creditor schemes and warned against illicit accounting practices that hurt city credit and deter legitimate business. It called for strict adherence to the law to shield investors and curb highway robbery in commerce, noting broad industry impact and urging vigilance against deceitful methods.
In a slurred voice a speaker claims canvassers should be executed and drawn and quartered as punishment for political actions. The remark appears in a petition sign hoard. the piece questions its reliability and notes the language as highly inflammatory.
The article discusses President Cleveland’s potential move to place fourth class postmasters on the civil service list, the political maneuvering by current holders to influence him, and the implications for patronage with Congress. It weighs practicality, executive incentives, and the impact on party politics and governance. It also covers related notes on electrolytic energy concepts and potential cabinet selections.
The December Harper’s magazine article by Dr. William W. Jacques of Boston details experiments on generating electricity directly from coal without steam. A simple apparatus used a platinum crucible with potash, coke suspended by a platinum wire, and air blown through, creating a conductive path for electric current.
A Philadelphia era tale notes Princeton sophomores involved in a religious gathering prank on freshmen. The act, mischief with football was punished by suspension after faculty inquiry, aided by senior students. The piece blends local gossip with fringe comments from multiple papers.
A fragmented column discusses patronage, appointments, and alumni politics. Mentions Moran, Luagenne, Hugh Jennings of Avoca, and the Baltimore club. Letter writers report travel impressions from Europe and note talk around Luzerne county speakership and senatorial questions with several unnamed figures debating allegiances.
The article weighs what to do with ex presidents, proposing pensions or life senatorships while arguing against permanent retirement. It cites Adams, Johnson, Van Buren, Fillmore, Cleveland, and others, noting returns to public life or influence without formal office. It urges General Harrison to join President McKinley’s cabinet while vigor remains.
The Philadelphia Record argues sound money and active spending will spur growth. It urges individuals to pay small debts promptly, comparing debtors to drones and praising the cheerful payer as vital to economic health and national prosperity.
The New York Sun argues that if Hawaii joins the Union under McKinley it would be a peaceful annexation. It contends a proper national revenue, a canal plan, and St Thomas as a coaling station will reduce burdens and support steadier growth and peace.
The Sun argues Mr. Cleveland cannot act on Spain’s Cuba demands. It says he cannot urge insurgents to surrender, halt arms shipments to Cuba, expel Cuban patriots, or curb American sympathy for Cuba, concluding Spain asks too much of this administration.
The Cleveland Leader notes the end of the superstition that no nominee from Chicago can be defeated, signaling a shift in political expectations and campaigning dynamics. The piece frames the changed mood as a historic turning point.
The Tribune astrologer notes a child born today will spark a chain of local journalism scoops. It hints the Sunday World editor may run for street commissioner as a political mood shifts toward mayoral attention. Arbitrary fortunes warn the humble may face renewed perplexity before any office bid.
A poem excerpt notes Laura running for office amid crowds and political theater. Love declares monarchy as the crowd shouts for a king. The scene climaxes with Love crowning Laura king as a blossom is placed on her bosom.
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