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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1896
Page
4
It seems exceedingly improbable that a satisfactory revision of the tariff can be made during the coming short session of congress. The Republican party had better take time enough to do a good job.
A National Orange spokesman in Canton urges the Republican party to grant farmers cabinet representation and fair tariff protections against foreign competitors. The piece notes past neglect of farming interests, cites Blaine and McKinley, and warns of ongoing foreign wheat competition and the risk of discrimination in tariff framing.
An aristocratic feud unfolds in open court as Earl Thuseell faces allegations of brutal acts amid a clash with his wife’s mother the Lady Scott. The piece explores moral decay among wealth and privilege, contrasting English peers with American fortunes and urging reform.
Local gym classes at the Young Men’s Christian Association led by Physical Director Hoff draw interest as businessmen attend triweekly sessions. The Olyphant Record marks its new year with remarks from Ldster Kennedy, while Scranton’s social and political circles discuss mayoral figures, charity notices, and civic anecdotes.
A historical roster lists Minnesota Secretary of State Cushman K Davis Iowa Secretary of the Treasury William B Allison New York Secretary of War Horace Porter Pennsylvania Secretary of the Navy Matthew Quay Milands Shelby Cullom Ohio J H Brigham Wisconsin Henry Payne and West Virginia Nathaan Goff as cabinet figures.
An article from the Boston Merald notes mixed views on Carlisle Tritans football, mentioning Mee at east Point and a debate over allowing play while reflecting on education and public attitudes toward Native peoples.
The San Francisco Examiner notes General Lee’s report that Werler’s treatment may be partly confirmed by the fact that Lee survived Cuba. The article links Lee’s survival to credibility of Werler’s actions.
A narrator recalls a year of jealousy and suspicion as a neighbor’s wife becomes involved with another man. The tale hints at betrayal, a court plan, and shifting relationships across the block in a Brooklyn Life verse style.
The Charlestown city race heats as Tillman lashes out over a free ballot and fair count. He hints at leaving for Kansas, signaling political realignment and potential exodus from local power.
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