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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1898

Page

4

Republican Nominations for State Officials and Judges

The Scranton Tribune lists Republican nominees including Governor William A. Stone, Lieutenant Governor J. P. Gobin, and Internal Affairs Secretary James W. Latta. Also named are Superior Court judges W. W. Porter and W. D. Porter along with other district contenders.

Tovernor William A Stoner Gobin Bovretary James W. Latta Superior Court W. W Porter W. Db Porte Lane Samuel A Davenport Galubila A Gow

Local Officials Named in Public Notice

The document lists names including William Connell, Judge. W. Bunster, Coroner. John J. Roberts, M.D.. George E. Stevenson, Butvero. indicating appointments or roles in a public notice.

Cengres William Connell J) W. Uunster John J. Roberts M.D. Butvero Gorge EO Stevenson

Renate Twente Dist House Names List

An unclear OCR fragment lists names such as James Vaugstan and John Sort with district and position cues. The readable portion mentions Fourth District and Fourth Gist but lacks coherent structure or complete context to determine roles or events. The piece appears to be a political or electoral note with multiple misread names.

Fragmented OCR Letter Mentions Politicians and College Officials

A garbled OCR passage references multiple names and roles including Colonel Steve and Dr Tied as president of Dickinson colleges, Maloy McTiwell as clerk of the House of Representatives, and an adjutant general. It hints at political voices and a public meeting with speakers and a Welcome event, but many words are unclear.

Dow Nile Steve Tied Dickinson Colleges Maloy McTiwell Hose of Representatives Washington Stewart

Democratic Platform Dissent and party unity in wartime debate

In the district race nominees pledge to support the administration while Democratic factions clash over war policy and preferred economic standards. The piece notes internal splits, Cuban policy controversy, and calls for backing the president and Congress against anti administration opposition.

Thie Awart Els Ft Witr Pepie Wilke Sande al Polithen TV Congress Banlivy Geuliee Bie Wire Sinjen Patley Thasaries Heron

Wages Rise in 1898 Attributed to Republican Policies

The American Protective Tariff League cites Robert W. Taylor's investigation showing wages in leading industries rose about 44 percent from 1895 to 1898. Census data from 1890 valued manufacturing wages at over 2.28 billion dollars, with suggested gains across sectors and years under Republican policy restoration.

American Protective Tariff League Robert W. Taylor Congress McKinley Department of Industry Republican Party

Trade Exports Rise Amid Turbulent Year in 1808

The report notes U S merchandise exports climbed from 7 4 million to 4 010 291 919 during 1808 while manufacturing goods shipments reached a record high for the year ending June 30. A reader is urged to consider the implications for party politics as Pennsylvania leans toward Democratic gains.

United States

Wanamaker and Quay Clash Shaping 1890 Pennsylvania Debate

The piece traces Wanamaker's bid against Quay for the U S Senate, detailing his campaign tactics and alliances with Democrats and reformers. It discusses party splits, efforts to control the state convention, and potential fusion strategies to block Republican power, with notes on Spain’s Philippines negotiations as broader policy context.

Witi Piinirome Weivanekeor Senate Mir Winmnaker Quays Dhale Warrivburg Wananeker Wok State Cape Judge Viordon Wanemwiker Gordon Wanamaker Mir Wanamiker Jenks Philadelphia Jre Mr. Quay Quay Lackawanna Courtly Winapaker Jack Brains Republican Supreme

James Vaughan Senate Career in Education Policy

The senior teacher James Vaughan enters the state Senate with a strong record in public instruction and fairness. He championed the free kindergarten bill, guiding it through both houses and to executive approval, influencing its reach to third class cities and making kindergarten a regular part of public schools.

Hen. James. Vaughan State Senate Jblle

Political reminiscences and endorsements across Pennsylvania

The article reflects on politicians and educators, praising Vaughan for pushing compulsory education and defending public schools. It contrasts Democratic reform efforts with Republican candidates and notes Dewey's wartime stature, while commending John Seton and John Reynelie as strong Republican contenders in Harrisburg.

Vaughn Pushes Kindergarten Law and Senate Aid

The article discusses Mr. Vaughn as author of a kindergarten law enabling funding and favors within his district. It notes his influence with Wert Bide hor and Hite, and his allies in the senate who aided his supporters. It mentions his potential vote on a United States senatorship and stresses Pennsylvania importance of a Republican senator.

Vauwdhan Senate Viiartun United States Pennsylvania

Real Issue Speech by Col William A Bion

A political speech argues Republicans cannot govern Pennsylvania as the speaker rejects current charges and calls for voting Democratic. He downplays allegations about the capitol fire and urges reform to defeat the Republican ticket. He emphasizes party loyalty and accuses opponents of spreading discord and hate.

Wm. A. Bion William Mckinlee Swallow Harrishire Capitol Howe Harrissburg Hastings Br. Swallow Alander

Cloaks and Coldies Bazaar Display

A bold cloak sale showcases winter outer garments featuring top makers and smart buying. The store touts the largest cloak season in its history with carefully chosen styles and strong value appeals.

Jackets in the latest styles and fabrics on display

The piece extols jackets from Cheviots to Boucles, praising cloth quality, linings, and fashion appeal. It notes modest prices and urges buyers to inspect the season’s line featuring fresh fabrics from major fashion centers.

Prosperity Era Amid Strong Government Credit

The piece notes record government credit with 3 percent bonds sold at par and now valued at a premium, a peak in public subscriptions reaching 1400 million despite 200 million offered. It highlights no deficit borrowing since 1898 through war funding, a growing gold reserve, a large defense fund, and overall US prosperity with higher money circulation and stable currency.

United Srotex Spain

Polls Hint at Shifting Party Support in Blair County

The Alboougs Tribune notes voters in Blair County swing toward Democratic hopefuls, with Dr Swallow losing ground to Jenks and a possible shift toward the Democratic ticket. It cautions Republicans wary of cabal influence and predicts a Democratic trend shaping state and national races.

Hini Dr. Swallow Dogel Minny Jenks Otters Jonks Der Swallow Blair County Humber Democrate Vietory

Hode Park Courier Progress Records Caine Candidate

J. C. Vonghen, Republican state senate candidate, served two terms in the state in a diligent manner. He was an ardent supporter of reform in the interest of the people, especially laborers.

Hode Park Courier Progress Tlon J. C. Vonghen Aetate Bie Hiewefom

Wise and Timely Advice From Williamsport Gazette

An editorial urges Pennsylvania Republicans to vote straight party ticket to block John Wanamaker and Dr. Swallow and prevent Jenks’s election. It warns that defeating the regular ticket risks free trade, free silver, and Democratic victories, including a possible U.S. Senate seat.

John Wanamaker Dr. Swallow Uckel George A. Jenks Pennsylvania Ward Jenks Pennslvania Jorken Swallow Wanamaker Atte

A Lesson in Royal Etiquette

A playful fragment notes a teacher asking why the queen does not ride. The Pirines of Wales, heir to the ihe, rise as the queen enters, and a student asks a humorous question about etiquette. The dialogue includes garbled names and phrases suggesting a humorous, confused classroom exchange.

Pirines Wales Mary Anni

Max Pemberton and Walter Besant in a Gilbert Parker relation

Fragmentary OCR hints at a literary trio involving Max Pemberton, Walter Besant, and Gilbert Parker. The text appears garbled with stray punctuation and missing context, preventing a clear report of event, date, or location.

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