Scranton Parade Showcased Loyal Fire Department
The annual Scranton department parade and invited guests drew praise for the neatly uniformed fire companies and well-kept apparatus. The piece lauds volunteer firefighters, urges recognition of their labor, and condemns neglect of their service while urging continued support for Superintendent Phillips amid health concerns and potential leave. It also comments on local political vibes around liquor law reform and possible reconciliations between Hastings and Quay.
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Scranton Department
Meniaiine
Scranton
Board of Control
Phillips
Political potpourri sketches next year’s GOP nominating battle
A Philadelphia Times summary outlines strategic moves for 1896 Republican nominating conventions. It notes Senator Quay and ex Senator Platt shaping Pennsylvania and New York delegations to back Reed or others, with Southern and Western blocs weighing heavily. It cautions McKinley needs middle and eastern support and discusses Allison Cushman Davis prospects with tariff lines and party unity in focus.
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Quay
Platt
Pennsylvania
New York
Thomas H. Rewd
New Tingland
Middle States
Morton
Reed
Empire State
Low England
New England
Deed
McKinley
Harrison
Allison
Trobert
Tinos
Tates
Eouth
Pennnsylvania
West
South
Cushman K. Davis
Minnesota
Alison
Robert Lincoln
Comment of the Press. An Imperative Duty.
Excerpts from New York Sun Philadelphia Bulletin Philadelphia Inquirer Philadelphia Press and New York Journal praise Cuba’s revolt against Spain, urge US sympathy and recognition, and urge reform in state administration and printing practices amid political critique. The pieces stress belligerent rights, moral support, and political accountability.
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New York Sun
Cuba
France
Spain
Aed
Cleveland
Philadelphia Press
Philadelphia
Political maneuvering ties Hastings and Quay for presidency power
Wilkes Barre Record reports Harmonization talks amid Republican factionalism. Quay and Governor Hastings near unity for a unified delegation, aiming to back a presidential nominee. Pennsylvania urged to secure a full delegation vote at the national convention. Executive Chair Frank Leach cites expected strong Republican turnout and influence on the convention.
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Wilkes-Barre
Ome
Indiana
Maine
New York
Pennsylvania
Ito Fae McKinley
Voorsan
Mollie
Tom Teed
Morton
Ee Penneyivania
Frank Willing Leach
Republian
The Progress of the Negro at the Atlanta Exhibition
The Atlanta exposition aims to prove progress of the colored race through display and demonstrations. Washington Star notes a new epoch in sectional relations blending moral sentiment and common pride, with stars and stripes over a united nation. Chicago Record cites three notable extensions drawing attention across the country.
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Philadelphia
Atlanta Exposition
South
Washington Star
Chicago
Leouleville
Agra
Daily Horoscope From The Tribune Astrologer
Astrolabe cast for Wednesday, Sept. Th NMG, 5 £. The piece blends playful references to local figures, a mock weather mood, and poetic verses about city life and love. It references Scranton firemen, Wilkes-Barre, and Montrose, alongside whimsical nods to political and social items of the era.
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Ajaccus
the Tribune
Scranton
Montrose
Wilkes-Barre
Tribune
New York Democracy
Political Gossip Urges Unity Among New York Republicans
The New York Commercial Advertiser calls for reconciliation between rival Republican leaders in New York City and State. It warns against factionalism that could empower enemies and threaten the party, noting past gains and urging cooperation ahead of the next convention.
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New York
New York City
Great Jeanne Party
Levi
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