Hand letter argues for validity of law creating Superior court
Ex Judge Alfred Hand contends the act creating the new Superior court is valid as it stands until the Supreme Court formally rules otherwise. He warns changing the six candidate limit would risk a partisan court and urges voters to follow the law. He contrasts Harrison and Cleveland era debt and surpluses to frame campaign arguments.
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Republicans Highlight Debt, Prosperity Contrast Across Administrations
The piece argues that Republicans reduced the public debt and posted surpluses, while Democrats increased debt and left the country in poverty during Cleveland's era. It claims Harrison's term brought prosperity and contrasts it with three years of low mood under Cleveland, urging a 1896 return to Republican policy. It notes Senator Quay’s remark about not wanting to be president as not ruling out future influence.
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Potential Pennsylvanian Candidate Emerges in Republican Talks
The Philadelphia Times suggests a Pennsylvania candidate could unite the fractured GOP, possibly Governor Hastings, with Sen. Quay backing harmony. It notes Hastings’ strong past showing, calls him a man of courage and honesty, and warns of factional risks if discord persists. The piece contrasts Democratic digs and muses on Cuba policy and Cleveland-era constraints.
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Contemptuous Lords and Political Currents Stir 18th Century Echoes
The piece notes France’s former king’s imagined disdain for Yankee colonies and critiques reformers seeking broad approval. It recalls Lord Sackville-West’s past US rebuke and cites New York’s Bat Shea death sentencing while a Trojan brewer remains in the Senate. It also questions vice versus virtue in cities and hints at John Dalzell for Ways and Means chair.
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That Superior Court Act critique on six of seven electors
A Tribune editorials argues the legislature lawful mandate to elect six of seven Superior Court candidates should be obeyed and defended by the courts. It warns against populist attempts to overturn the act and urges calm analysis by the Supreme Court on constitutional grounds.
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Court structure and the constitution in the state
A discussion on the relation between the Supreme court and a new Superior court, arguing that naming changes do not alter the substance of court power. The constitution requires uniform operation of courts of the same class and warns judges to interpret wisely for the people. Scranton, Oct. 9.
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Clothing and Modesty in Press Commentary
The Cleveland World cites a British scientist noting modesty is not tied to dress, arguing people act modestly in emergencies regardless of clothing. It contrasts with postmaster general Wilkon’s political record, suggesting past success may hinder any future bid.
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Side Wipe At Al's Train Of Presidential Snouante
An early 20th century Washington Post item notes a serious side wipe tied to Tammany engineers failing to obey orders. The report attributes the mishap to mishandling by the engineers and mentions presidential snouante in connection with the incident.
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Is Shrewd Thomas, Me Washington Post Dicker Juicy End
A Washington Post snippet notes Thomas being shrewd as discussion centers on a New York dicker with Mr Platt expected to be at the foreground of the matter. The text implies political maneuvering and positioning around the deal.
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Washington Post
New York
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There is anxiety to have the tail of the British lion decorated
A Washington festival note voices concern over the Olney twist as a symbolic decoration. The remark signals tense mood in political circles about Imperial display.
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