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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1898
Page
5
Congress William Connell, Judge F W Gunster, Coroner John J Roberts, M D Surveyor George E Stevenson named to county positions.
The listing presents members for state Senate Twentieth District James C Vaughan and House districts. First District Joan K Farr. Second District John Bouwer J H. Third District N G Mack. Fourth District Eynolds J Gunn F. EY.
A candidate speaks on uniting opposing factions and governing for the whole people of Pennsylvania. He notes legislative excess and aims to curb costly investigations, promising an honest, modest, and diligent public service to win public approval beyond party lines. He emphasizes public duty over faction.
Frener district attorney of Dau Pin conety and the attorney general of the state stand ready to hear Mr. Bwaillow if he has evidence to present. They have been prepared for several months to receive information through proper channels, arguing that alerting to wrongdoing is a duty of good citizenship.
An analysis of Republican and Democratic reactions to the 1896 U S presidential campaign and its potential effects on Spain policy, with emphasis on public opinion, media influence, and the need for party unity under William McKinley. It discusses the risk of Democratic opposition and the impact on international legitimacy and domestic resolve.
A heated partisan dispute about the McKinley administration fails to show sound judgment and warrants a strong rebuke. The debate centers on policy decisions and the conduct of officials, highlighting tensions across factions and urging civil, principled critique.
The Dana Review notes third quarter 1898 business failures in the United States fall short of 1897 1896 and 1895. Manufacturing failures total 3427 in 1898 with liabilities around 14 205 115 while trading firms show 1925 failures and liabilities about 11 095 422. The piece credits Republican policies for improving prosperity and urges support ahead of the election. Porto Rico headline declared invigorated by freedom.
The occupation of Porto Rico commits the United States to a colonial system and tests American unity and patience. The piece cautions about racial, cultural, and economic challenges, domestic stability, and the need for steady, principled governance amid partisan politics.
The piece laments apathy toward settlement and reconstruction, notes Turkey's cordial stance toward Minister Straus, and contrasts with prior anti-Turkish advice. It discusses Christmas boxes for Manila soldiers, urges Republican unity for national prestige, endorses Colonel Stone, comments on Chicago’s peace jubilee and storms, mocks Democrat gains in Pennsylvania, and critiques McKinley and Bryan dynamics.
The Mimira Telegram urges voters to study issues and vote independently. It endorses Hon. William Connell, praising his character, leadership, and commitment to the public good while arguing party labels should not override merit.
A civic defense extols William Connell for his rise from common laborer to chief employer and public servant. The piece argues he aids workers, spurs industry, funds mills and mills, and speaks for all county residents beyond party aims. It denounces attacks on wealth and praises his fairness and independence.
The Hartford Courant warns that apathy among Republican voters could hand the House to Democrats. It urges adherence to McKinley and the gold standard, urging every Republican to vote and not rely on others to secure the outcome.
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