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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1898
Page
2
Senate discussions reveal mixed views on delaying the Cuban question and the president's message. Conservatives fear a renewed war spirit, while some call for protecting Americans in California and criticizing the administration for not evacuating citizens sooner.
Report from Washington on April 6 shows discontent among Radiont Members as they react to the president's diplomacy. The president's frank statements to leaders and prominent Democrats trigger mixed feelings about policy and potential moves to pressure the party. A congressional meeting forms a committee to monitor the situation and plan steps if opposition grows.
The text reports a plea for bringing the proposition to a vote and notes temporary abandonment. It suggests revival depends on eventful turns, with heavy party-strategy implications. It mentions possible Democratic and radical realignments and potential GOP solidification depending on Democrat aggression.
Thousands waited in the gallery and corridors, ending in weary disappointment as the Capitol crowd dispersed before the House debate on army reorganization and the delay of a promised Cuban relief meal. The Senate adjourned amid pressure over an extension of the regular army and volunteer forces, with leaders signaling efforts to revive the bill tomorrow.
Fragmentary OCR describes a naval exercise with the Brooklyn torpedo ship and a live shell test. It notes the turret, quarter deck, and a powder charge discharge, detailing a shell velocity and impact scene as officers observe the effect on water and surroundings.
A Havana report from a New York bureau describes confusion over wartime warnings and political messaging. The piece notes unclear directives and mixed signals as authorities balance security and public information during the week.
Postmen across Worliiten and adjacent counties received appointments after a fourth-class post, naming new officials including Martel Sithanueh and Lanetae Welatermen. The notices list appointing authorities in Lexerie and Toaukernounty.
Baseball results from two games show Wakhngtaie Goorketown 4 Lahigh 2 and Atlanta-Chienga 2 Athans 4 with final tallies. Local box scores note pitchers and inning details not fully legible.
The text describes a large, organized militia ready to support the regular army in wartime. It notes over 100000 drilled men prepared to cooperate, concerns about armament, and the government’s emergency funding and plans for supply and mobilization.
Senator Foraker questioned Cuban bonds at a senate committee on relations pace. He said estimates show 375 40 of Cuban bonds had been sold and disputed the impact on policy. He warned against the United States assuming interest or principal on Spanish bonds tied to Dublin revenues and noted there were no more than 409 000 000 of Spanish bonds outstanding.
The Miners' Convention of Dist No 2 in Altona Pennsylvania opened with no operators accepting the invitation. Negotiations aim to perfect organization and extend talks from Pennsylvania to Virginia, while miners in the Linn district continue work as grievances are aired.
The engineering corps under Colonel Henry M. Robert has begun mine laying at the entrano r to New York and other Atlantic harbors. Detachments from West Point head to Port Wadsworth, Port Wadewert i, and Fort Hattork to deploy mining apparatus for harbor protection.
A that Rubens declares Cuba ready to seek independence with or without US recognition, warning intervention could block liberty and risk conflict. The report notes Cubans insist on full sovereignty and the U S should stay hands off, amid possible misquotation and official doubt in Washington.
A New York and New Haven work train derailed at noon near Thomaston. Reports state three men were killed and one or more fatally injured when the derailed locomotive plunged down an embankment while attempting to reach a siding to allow a regular train to pass.
New York reports Frederick Milie, a joint clerk from the city works department, reappears in a fraud inquiry connected to the department. The investigation concerns misappropriated public funds and irregularities in public works contracts.
A fragmented report indicates a Washington protest by a delegation before a house committee addressing wartime policy and medical supply concerns. The event mentions a pledge to meet and discuss measures amid tensions, with references to a five-point plan and mediation efforts.
Snow blankets Schenectady as a February storm moves through. Several inches accumulate as residents report whiteout conditions and school closures begin to ripple across the area.
Report outlines a possible American strike in war with Spain. A flying squadron could depart for the Canary Islands from Tortugas and establish a base to harass Spain’s coast and threaten Cuban routes. Officials say the move is not final but kept under close consideration.
Washington April 7 The Navys Intelligence Bureau reports Spain’s coal in the West Indian Islands will last for a reasonable length of time Officials seek additional coaling stations at Mole St. Nicholas Malta and St Thomas Denmark holdings Key West and Dry Tortugas may be used to ensure supplies in war time The Senate opposed buying St Thomas but officials still hope for use of the island for coaling
Philadelphia April hearing for William Sterle former cashier of Chestnut Street National Bank charged with falsifying bank reports to the comptroller of the currency. United States Commissioner Edmunds presided. Witnesses examined included ex-Governor Pattison and Moves Leiper a bank director. Thirtieth statement read by Mr Thudson outlined business relations with the bank. Hearing continued to April 4.
The notice states that these goods are entirely separate from our regular stock and that Special Reductions have been applied for this Great Sale.
M Moore of Colmar and associates offered high quality horses including Director Moore four years old and Wilken, sire of 139 trotting horses. Prices ranged from 600 to 75,000 as buyers from New Castle Philadelphia and Lexington acquired Mudronn Margaret and related stock. A 225,000 acre farm was withdrawn after only 50,000 bid.
Washington reports Sir Richard Webester's views on the right to search neutral ships during war, approved by the State Department. It notes contraband capture is legal and search helps determine cargo. It also says Paris treaty status does not bar privateering in conflicts with non signatories.
Strike spreads in Wheeling district as operators refuse to collectively bargain under Chicago agreement terms. Richland Barnes Run and Monndaville pits join Elm Grove and Chen dale mines in intimidation and staging, with miners insisting on full Chicago pact provisions despite operator demands for a wider opening.
The annual dog show opened today at Old City hall under the Western Pennsylvania Kennel day banner. Exhibits are said to rival top venues in New York and elsewhere, with high quality and variety showcased in the event at Muail ison Square Garden, New York, or elsewhere.
In Massillon Ohio a joint conference of committees for operators and miners reached an agreement. Most miners will resume work tomorrow at the operator's mines. Twenty three hundred men expected to return as talks align with the Chicago agreement and a half holiday and noon hour demand were settled.
Mitteburg and Agel reports Selious Pirossed Steel awarded the contract to manufacture LN steel cones for the Permevivands Bedhroud company. Officials say the project, described as the largest and strangest ever, will involve the Hempyier tatters and blood die pay enne, signaling a landmark industrial bid.
Fragmentary report cites Carr from Victoria and Amite connections, claiming a tangled story about a mall career and a bill. The piece references a St Michaels paper publishing an improbable tale and hints at a damaging rumor.
The carpenters' strike began Monday and ended today when all former contractors signed the union agreement. About 500 union members quit work. The deal mirrors the prior contract except for a weekly buy day holiday and less stringent enforcement of the 47 cents per hour wage rule.
In the Nottingham spring meet event, Gibra the chestnut horse trained by Lord William Toresford won the Mentinck stakes. The roving heat and April conditions contributed to a tight finish.
A newly formed copper mining company, Copper Mining Company, is incorporated today in New York City with offices linked to Albuoy Apel G The Ligston and Mont tank Consolidated Coupee titel Salven Abit. The venture aims to pursue general weadavdinee ventures.
A garbled April note mentions a person named Hadstone dead and references an implied cut to a statement. No verifiable details or context are present to identify the individuals, location, or event.
Auction at Che verdell stock farm of the law Andrew featured stallions Directon and Ted Wilkes, with Meine Kichens Joovly and other horses offered at small prices in Philadelphia.
Fragmented OCR item lists names and places with dollar amount and dates. The readable parts mention Pennsylvania individuals and places such as Washington and Lackawanna region with a $4 amount, suggesting a local public notice or collection.
In a formal audience April 4, Maran Fava met King Humbert and discussed resuming duties in Pallage, with reference to ongoing state affairs and administrative responsibilities. The meeting highlighted ongoing governance and potential policy actions.
Special attention to business and personal accounts with banking terms stated. Three percent interest on interest deposits highlighted. Officers listed include Henry Belin Jr. as vice president and William S. Peck as cashier. The bank vault protection is advertised as Holmes Electric Protective System.
New forestry laws require township constables to enforce fire protection and report violations. Fire wardens receive pay, split by county and state, with fines for noncompliance. Constables may arrest without warrant anyone suspected of setting fires, under the act operative from January 1.
A freight crew on the New England raft reportedly forced through a bridge at Storm, nightfall caused a collapse of thirty feet. All traffic blocked until tomorrow. Injured workers include several men, with one badly hurt and many details unclear from the fragment.
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