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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1897
Page
4
The Beranton Tribune weekly issue notes a matter dated October 25 1897 from Branton Pennsylvania. The fragmentary record references the Crconndl ay Matl matter and mentions the Poturopion in Branton with limited context.
A list of elected roles and officials appears for Westmeroland and surrounding areas including Auditor General Levi G. McAuley in Chester County and Prothonotary John Copeland in Carbondale. The text references election day on November 2 and includes a wartime domestic reflection criticizing wartime hardships and bread criticism.
The piece urges vigorous turnout for Republican rallies in the county as the campaign nears its close in 1897. It emphasizes unity from national to local levels, warns Democrats, and invites citizens of all parties to attend for discussions on issues and party loyalty.
The piece defends the Republican county ticket as a clean, capable slate for Lackawanna County, arguing it sustains local governance and counters anti Republican attacks while warning that a Democratic win would align with Bryanite aims and harm national party unity. It links Democratic candidates to Bryanism and urges voters to support Schadt Horn Kelly and allies to preserve party strength.
The passage claims widespread opposition to Pryaniam across newspapers and political factions. It asserts that Democratic power and control would end with a victory next week, portraying a decisive shift away from current management and warning of future trouble if ignored.
The Scranton Times and Scranton Republican quotes extoll District Attorney John J. Jones for meticulous case preparation and rapid court work. Articles note bipartisan praise from 1806 and 1894 era papers, discuss political factions, and question reformer support while predicting his reelection in Lackawanna County.
The report states Spain may press Washington to search American ships if filibuster expeditions to Cuba resume. It argues belligerent rights could speed a conclusion to the Cuba dispute and outlines potential consequences for the United States and Cuba, while criticizing press coverage.
The Times urged Democrats not to back Okell amid a contested race tied to Pryor influence. Rumors say Okell sought funding from Bohndt to push his own nominations papers and split Republican votes, with promises of further favors if Pryor’s count shifted. Both men pursued self interest.
A Saturday issue rebuts Democratic claims about Clarence Pryor opposing Thomas Davies and praises Pryor’s loyalty. It notes Nebraska farmers’ cash abundance, a Davenport bank closure, and critiques on policing errors in New York. Editorials defend Republican candidates and mock Times claims while praising Parkhurst’s campaign.
A political appeal urges free trade and silver platform backers to vote for Herndt and Horn, contrasting with Bryan supporters. It warns McKinley aligned voters to oppose protectionist Bryan agents to seek prosperity.
The piece urges Republicans to vote in full for James Bencon for treasurer and Major Levi G. McCauley for auditor general. It highlights their integrity and voter strength, recalls McCauley’s Civil War service and imprisonment, and insists high turnout will counter opposition claims of a reduced majority.
Henry George labels this year's campaign a forerunner of 1900 and defends his Bryanium stand while urging Lackawanna County Republicans to cast a straight ticket. He argues the Democratic slate supports free silver, national bankruptcy, and organ ism, while McKinley voters should not switch sides. The article urges Republicans to back their platform and acknowledge McKinley-era achievements.
Hyde Park voters witness strong backing for John Copeland of Carbondale as he seeks the prothonotary seat. A modest, capable yardmaster with deep Republican ties, Copeland rose from tool boy to party stalwart, earning broad esteem and enthusiastic public backing.
In the Olyphant Gazette dispute over the prothonotary race, Pryor is defended for faithful service across six years while the Democratic challenger is accused of seeking a higher paid post. The piece argues Pryor’s tenure and diligence merit continued support.
Enthusiastic reception of John R. Jones at public meetings shows the people’s approval of his work. He is described as a faithful and efficient district attorney, with his themes enduring despite criticism.
The firm promotes linen stock bought in anticipation of tariff driven prices. They list sil ver bleached German table linen 64 inches wide in ten patterns at 59c a yard, napkins, damasks from 25c to 2.50 per yard, 200 dozen napkins, and matching pieces including sheets pillow and bolster cases counterpanes and bureau sets.
Lamps to burn. We carry all colors with globes and silk shades at right prices and goods guaranteed. Also a fine line of extra globes shades and chimneys to fix up old lamps if you wish.
A dated horoscope dated for Monday October 25, 107 presents odd prose about Behadites in the woods and a Tribune Republican theme. It discusses punishment, discretion, and a caution about folly. Amechus' advice warns that escaping consequences is harder than avoiding one's shadow.
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