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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1898
Page
4
State roster lists Governor William A. Stone Lieutenant Governor J P Gobin Secretary of Internal Affairs James W Lat Judge of Superior Court W W Porter and Congressmen at large Samuel A Davenport Galusha A Grow.
The record lists James C. Vaughan for the Twentieth District, John R. Farr for the First District, and John F. Reynolds for the Fourth District. These entries appear as a partitioned slate of names associated with district designations in a historical political notices page.
A candidate pledges to act for all people of the state, root out corrupt practices in the legislature, stop unnecessary investigations and expenses, and discharge duties with honesty. He stresses accountability, unity, and respect for opposing views while noting Spanish opinion on peace terms after the Maine incident.
The author argues that American success in war should not breed fear but support peace and growth. He asserts the United States is a Pacific nation that expands influence cautiously, rejects militaristic aristocracy, and must lead with dignified courage under Providence rather than isolation or brazen arrogance.
The county commissioners have expanded Nay Ang Park with a limited fund. Improvements enhance visitor convenience and the park’s appeal, making it one of the finest in the region despite budget constraints. The piece urges continued support for park development for current and future generations.
The piece accuses high officials of mismanaging the Santiago hospital effort. Red Cross nurses and veterans testify to overcrowded transports Concho and idle ambulance ship Relief with poor medical attention. Public anger calls for accountability and reform. Vice President Capote returns to Cuba amid calls for strong leadership.
Rich ard Croker meets Edwin Lawrence Godkin at a London banquet with peers and American figures. Godkin recalls Croker’s brash grin and his controversial role in American politics while noting the event’s surprising guest list and the mix of attendees. Any guest who could pay a guinea for a ticket could attend.
The column rails at Croker’s mention at a banquet and Mr. Godkin’s offended stance. It notes New York politics, Tammany Hall influence, and critiques of the Evening Post’s attacks on General Tracy. Mentions the Earl of Minto’s governorship and Camp Alger’s abandonment, plus Yap as a potential U S coaling station and a joke about Spanish soldiers hearing a familiar tune.
The piece notes editorial caution as Porto Rico nears full American control and mentions Don Carlos accepting invitations to leave various countries while General Miles is shown as fittingly placed in his role, reflecting contemporary views on leadership and influence.
The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle argues that a limited U S cooling stance or a binding agreement granting a form of local governance could still leave sovereignty in doubt. It contends the nation will not both relinquish and retain control, and will avoid an anomalous future burden.
The Philadelphia Times urges quicker completion of current battleships and pressed speed goals. It argues that 18 knots should be the minimum and that the president and Secretary Long must push for faster ships to avoid second class status in future war vessels.
The piece argues that public opinion now fully supports swift national expansion and a decisive foreign policy under President McKinley. It contrasts past delays in Lincoln and McKinley, notes unified wartime support, and asserts Americans already recognize the Pacific expansion as destiny.
Our annual July and August sale is on. All our Russets must go. You need the shoes. We need room.
The passage discusses 114 and 116 Wyoming Avenue housing offices for interest on the dem and lighthouses. It predicts reluctance for future wars, a shift toward diplomacy, possible creation of a diplomatic service, and view of alliances as useful though costly. It notes American attitude mirroring Europe’s ancient patterns and questions whether happiness will follow.
The United States army launched a great campaign with the public largely unaware of its scope. It praises the carefully chosen regulars under Miles, noting their superior fitness and discipline, while admiring the volunteers for carrying state pride and domestic roots into battle. Old Glory stands supreme as state rivalries fade in time.
A Canadian view notes six war outcomes from the U S Spain conflict. Spain loses western hemisphere possessions and likely more. The war ends sectionalism in the U S and expands its world view and imperial status. It strengthens ties with Great Britain and boosts U S power in Europe after fleet losses and the Santiago victory.
A Chicago Times-Herald editorial argues the United States should avoid demanding money from Spain in any war, asserting the nation can wage war for humanity without a financial indemnity and should instead pursue moral victory through legitimizing efforts.
The London Spectator predicts Americans will fight with growing energy and sacrifice until victory. It states they will endure continued suffering and losses, reject interference, and demand a powerful, kept army as part of national machinery for the duration of the war and peace terms aligned to its length.
The Philadelphia Record asserts Prince Henry’s account of the Subic Bay incident casts events more favorably than earlier reports. It notes Subic Bay was not under American occupation and German actions to rescue women and children did not interfere with U S operations. The paper says German offers to hand refugees to Admiral Dewey were declined and claims sensational journalism distorted the episode.
A local lamp shop promotes a sale on Banquet, Princess and Table Lamps with discounts from 25 to 50 percent to reduce stock. The offer runs until September 1st and invites buyers in need of a lamp to seize bargains.
From the New York Sun a sketch notes that figures such as Bismarck Gladstone and Leo XIII were alive at the time of Waterloo. It counts Bismarck as an infant, Pecel Wan as a bit over five, Gladstone at five and a half, and Vermont’s Jurtin Mor rill described as the pope’s junior by under forty days.
One lot men soft front negligee shirts with white collars and attached collars in assorted lots. Various qualities and prices reduced for this sale. Also two lots boys unlaundried shirt waists “Mother’s Friend” with discounts. Stout men sizes and large selection of Balbriggan shirts and drawers offered at low prices with big neckwear and hosiery reductions.
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