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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1894
Page
7
William L. Wilson, author of the Wilson tariff bill, addresses the London chamber of commerce arguing that protectionist barriers are being dismantled by tariff reformers to open home markets to competition.
The Ohio Democratic convention backs free silver while McKinley counters by asking what the Democrats have done to restore silver to money use. Nebraska's convention splits between silver and gold platforms as the west shows strong sentiment for gold monometallism. The piece questions Ohio Democrats' ability to pose as silver friends amid national gold support.
The article contrasts wage declines under Democratic rule with claims of McKinley era prosperity, criticizes Professor Wilson and Senator Voorhees on tariff policy, and denounces street obstructions in Scranton backed by Street Commissioner Kirst. It also questions Banker Rockafello’s losses, judging carelessness in managing deposits.
The Wilkes-Barre News Dealer dodges the issue with quotes about equal taxation and a claim that high-income earners from $20,000 to $50,000 a year are favored. The piece defends stockholders in the paper while critiquing the income tax discussion and its defenders.
The author denounces unequal taxation as legalized blackmail and compares progressive tax rules to burglary, arguing that honest wealth should not be targets for special spoliation. He cautions against a system where small income differences trigger illegal penalties under the tariff law.
In political notes the Philadelphia Times lauds Lieutenant Governor Watres as a young progressive Republican, highlighting his county wins, long senate tenure, impartial leadership, and potential as a formidable 1897 United States senate candidate. Also covers Magee satire on Barrs Post, Hastings labor ties, Leisenring politicking, and local electoral updates.
The singers have received enthusiastic praise wherever they performed with loud encores and fans demanding more dates. The group’s success across the sea reflects the city’s pride in their musical talent.
The Republicans chose Colonel Ripple as county chairman. The colonel is popular and the people are satisfied that with him at the helm a good, clean and vigorous campaign will be waged.
Cambro-American quartet Withee Harr a records a flattering space in Walea with notable harmony and precision. The group showcases refined vocal blend and clear tonal balance during the performance.
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