Political slate lists local judicial and state officers
For Judges of the Superior Court Charles E. Rice Luverne E N Willard Lackawanna Howard J Reeder Northampton James A Beaver Center John J Wickham Beaver George B Orlady Huntingdon War State Treasurer Benjamin J Haywood Mercer For Surveyor Edmund A Bartl Scranton The opening line notes the saddest feature this year the widespread prevalence of individuals who do not know they are deceased.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E. Rice
Luverne
E. N. Willard
Lackawanna
Howard J. Reeder
Northampton
James A. Beaver
Center
John J. Wickham
Beaver
George B. Orlady
Huntingdon
Benjamin J. Haywood
Mercer
Homecoming of Quay Tied to Magee Factional Plot
A Philadelphia political dispute centers on Senator Quay's Florida trip and Penrose’s interviews about the Andrews probing committee. The piece urges party unity over factional maneuvering and hints at hostility to Magee if revealed after November 5. The writer notes the current political infighting distracts from larger state concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Quay
Florida
Christopher L. Magee
Penrose
Andrews
Lexon Pittsburg
Philadelphia
Magee
Reed as Speaker Will Serve Nation and Party
The article argues Thomas B. Reed will act for national welfare and party stability as speaker, dismissing critics who fear his influence on presidential prospects. It cites Reed's record of upright public service and integrity, asserting insinuations against him are insulting and impertinent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas B. Reed
House of Representatives
Reel
Reed
Gorman
Maryland Boas
Treasury debt and deficits under Harrison and later years
The article lists interest bearing indebtedness figures from 1892 to 1899, noting declines during Harrison’s presidency and increases under the subsequent administration. It reports a deficit for the year ending June 20, 1895 of 43 million and adds July–August overspending of about 14 million, totaling a substantial overall rise in debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rochester Post-Express
Washington
Treasury
Harrison
Republican Prosperity and Democratic Defeat Highlighted
The article cites Harrison era budget savings of $99 234 576 and a net debt reduction to favor the Republicans over the current Democrats. It contrasts export and import declines with Wilson era Britain’s trade gains, frames political blame on Tammany and local editors, and notes Cuba's provisional government and calls for U S recognition. It comments on press changes in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre and questions Republican reform commitment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison
Treasury
London Times
Wilson
Great Britain
London
Times
Board of Trade
Common ties pull Mexico and Cuba toward union
A reflective column argues Mexico and Cuba share language history and kinship, suggesting Mexico may recognize Cuba and Cuba could seek a close alliance. It criticizes U S indifference to Cuba, questions political patronage, and notes impending debates on schooling funding and reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Cuba
Spain
Political intrigue and party loyalty in Harrisburg whispers
The article discusses Governor Hastings facing factional pressure with Captain Delaney choosing neutrality to honor obligations to Senator Quay. It notes Platt’s ties to Quay, Vanderbilts’ limited influence, and Bradford county delegates switching to Quay under pressure. It forecasts departmental purges and condemns traitors while praising the governor as a fighter who honors pledges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gober
Hastings
Captain Delaney
Senator Quay
Ans
Delane
Aald
Gener
Quay
Platt
Lackawanna
New York
Vanderbilts
Delaware, Lickawanna and Western Railroad Company
Beaver
Harrisburg
Bradford County
Gilkeson
Mr. Platt
Express
Vaneuses
Expres
Manson
Famle
Political Rumors and Shifts Hint at Future Conventions
The piece notes whispers about Thomas B. Reed likely shaping the next house and using influence at the coming convention. It mentions Lackawanna county delegates instructed, Vent's denial of recanting free silver, and changes in local political staffing including John McCarthy joining Washington as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas B. Reed
Wilkes-Barre
Arra
Lackawanna County
New Bond of Union Promoted Between North and South
A Pittsburgh paper urges wider familiarity between Pennsylvanians and Georgians, predicting closer business and social ties and noting an exposition will help foster freer intercourse and mutual understanding between states. The Washington Post warns public schools must teach essential basics and avoid overreaching into colleges or professional training. A piece on repairs critiques ongoing conversion costs and frequent maintenance needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg Commercial-Gagette
Washington Post
Committee hints at lectures and a trolley party tease
The caller jokes about Cornelius Smith and a lecture on metaphysics and hypnotism. A forthcoming week features a grand trolley party hosted by Mr I Hurns for friends to Pecky Ne with cheese beer and a band. Judges and a Tribune statistician figure as guests in a playful exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornelius Smith
Mr. Smith
I. Hurns
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Scranton Times
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United States
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Luzerne County
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Republic of the
George §. Ferris
Luzerne
Bennett
New South
Perfection
Chairman Tompkins
Pittsburg
Hemisphere
Benator Quay
McKinley
Stone
L. Magee
Worth Tunkhannock
Euperor Court
All Republica
Froshant Colveland
Vent
John Mclcarthy
Hazleton Sentinel
Congressman Lessenring
E. J. Priinc
Dhergrone
Blair-Cambria
Saunders
Montana
Cameron
Judge Smith
Yeu
the Tribune
Statistician
Billy Bell
Washington Ave
Etgros
Destiny OF Dollars
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Glemons, Ferder, O'Malley CO
Lackawanna Avenue
C. M. Florey
Wyoming Ave
Canadian Pacific
Maine
Canada
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Minneapolis
St Paul
Canadian
Vancouver
Seattle
Tacoma
Portland
Ore
San Francloo
Skinner
E. A
Droadway
Kew York
del Pin Arms
Conrad
Kawanna Ave
Guernsey
Charitebio
Moosic. Powder Co. Eee
Laffin & Rand Powder Co
Ropamne Chemical Co
Ricker
General Dealer
Pennsylvania
New Telephone Exchange
Adarne Ave
Edison's
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