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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1898

Page

4

Republican Nominations List for State Officials

Republican nominations include Governor William A. Stone and Lieutenant Governor J P Gobin. Secretary of Internal Affairs James W Latta and Supreme Court nominee W W Porter. Congressmen-at-Large Samuel A Davenport and Galusha A Grow complete the ticket.

William A. Stone J. P Gobin James W. Latta Avane Superior Court W. W. Porer Samuel A Davenport Galusha A. Grow

Senate Twentieth Dist James Vaughan and others

A fragment lists political figures for Virginia districts including James Vaughan in the Senate Twentieth District and John Re Farr John J Echisuer Jr N C Mackey and John F Reynolds in the First through Fourth House districts.

Senate James Vaughan John RE. Farr John J. Echisueer N. C. Mackey John F. Reynolds

Pennsylvania Governor-Elect Promises Reform and Unity

The speaker pledges to govern for all Pennsylvanians and root out wasteful probes in the legislature. He vows honesty and diligent service, stressing that the people, not factions, deserve respect and proper governance. The note also congratulates the Patriotic Order Sons of America on President A. L. Tettel’s re-election.

Quebec conference and its unlikely reciprocity gains

The piece argues sentimental Canadian opposition to a practical reciprocity scheme at the Anglo American joint high commission. It predicts possible adjournment with little accomplished, noting Canada’s desire for access to the US market while remaining British. It cites friction over fisheries and suggests blame would fall on Canadian petulance if a treaty fails, while praising General Miles compared to Shafter.

Quebec Joint High Commission of Arbitration Canada England Maeland

Republicans Endorse Monroe Doctrine Expansion Policy

The Missouri Republicans reaffirm the Monroe doctrine as a guiding principle and state the United States should stay out of European disputes when American interests are not involved. They also insist the doctrine allows extending American territory and protecting American interests in both hemispheres, especially the Pacific, to support westward development.

Missouri United States Western Hemisphere Pacific Ocean Spain

Roosevelt and annexation policy rise in political discourse

The excerpt defends Hawaiian annexation and expansion of naval bases to protect burgeoning Asia trade. It notes New York’s governorship as not ideal for Roosevelt yet praises public wisdom in honoring a man with a spotless reputation, suggesting a thaw in political tension as Roosevelt is drawn into leadership.

Hawaiian Islands Asia Far East New York Omecvelt Roosevelt

American resolve in China reshapes eastern balance

The piece argues Britain and Russia pause for concessions in China while the United States rises as a decisive player. It foresees a postponed crisis, urges restraint from European powers, and promotes keeping the Monroe Doctrine ready against any encroachment on American interests.

Great Britain Russia Ovce China England Mrntich Hussia Nussia United States Middle Kingdom America Europe Uncle Sam

Naval promotions criticized as unfair and counterproductive

Commodore Phillips protests his own advancement as harmful to deserving officers not in major battles. Critics, including William K. Curtis, say promotions after Manila and Santiago unfairly rearrange ranks, degrading Dewey’s sailors while rewarding others. A remedy proposes continued full pay for exemplary service. the core issue remains that the current promotion system must change.

Phillips Secretary of the Navy Santiago Manut Commodore Watson Remey Chicago William K. Curtis Washington Manila Dewey Sampson Schiey Clark Oregon Cook Chadwick Taylor Evans Wilde Dyer Limberton

War Department Medical Branch Declines Armistice Benefits

Reports say the medical division of the War Department is deteriorating during the armistice as it fails to improve work at concentration camps and army hospitals. The Secretary of War is occupied with comparing defenses while neglected service continues.

War Department Tts Secretary of War

Ex-President Andrews Aims for Strong Primary Schools

The former leader outlines a policy focus on expanding primary education before enlarging high schools, arguing every school age child should have solid cultural foundations. He stresses practical, well-supported primary schooling alongside high schools.

Andrews Chicago

Bryan on Expansion and Solitude

The speaker argues W. Z. Bryan would oppose expansion if he foresaw outcomes, noting he is uneasy when alone and not built for quiet contemplation.

W. Z. Bryan

Our Machinery Grows in Favor Across the World

American manufacturers and workers receive worldwide demand for high grade machinery and instruments. The year ended saw about fifty million dollars of orders for telephones, telegraph gear, typewriters, bicycles, engines, and more from markets in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, with Japan and China as major buyers. Exports of sewing machines, typewriters, and bicycles have risen since their advent, with yearly totals in the millions and growing.

Amercan United States Enyland Germany France Japan China India America Africa Turkey Persia Siam Korea Aden Azores Auckland Fiji Tonga Samoa Madagascar Tripoli German Africa Bpamash Oceanica Brithn Brithn Australasia, Dutch East Indies, French Guiana, Portuguese Africa Asiatic Russia Central South America Oceaniea Gisport Jonas Treasury Bureau of Btatletlos

An Object Lesson on Aguinaldo and the Philippines

The writer satirically suggests parading Aguinaldo across the United States with an escort of honor and exposing him to Indian lore and the nation’s past. He imagines offering him a rifle and funds to return home, hoping the experience would render the islands untenable for U S control.

Bob Burdette Philadelphia Preas Philippines Aguinailo Virginia New York Parkman Mississippi Ohio Tecumseh Black Hawk Lokan Red Jacket Sitting Bull Spotted Tull Arizona Waeneys Corral Aguinaldo Samuel Steels

Enlarging the Horizon From the Syracuse Post

The war educated the American public, expanding knowledge of the Philippines Porto Rico and other regions. Citizens learned geography history and international law through wartime events. The war widened horizons lifting the national intellect and global awareness.

Syracuse Post

Madrid Letter Reports US Exports to Spain End Year

The Madrid letter in the New York Times notes American exports for the year ending June 3, 1898. It discusses trade flows and implications for Spain and the United States amid evolving diplomatic and military contexts.

Madrid New York Times

Summer Footwear Sale Announcement

Our annual July and August sale of Summer Footwear is now on. All our Russets must go. You need the Shoes We need room.

Bitter Spain hostility toward American officers surfaces

The writer argues that Spain resents U S generosity, predicting no gratitude from Madrid. He notes widespread bitterness against Americans and cites Madrid press mocking claims of good treatment of Spanish prisoners, while Weyler and his son are praised by some for how they handled Cervera and his men.

Spain Madrid Cleneral Weyler Cervera

The World’s Longest Fence and Other Magnitudes Unveiled

A curiosities list cites the longest fence in Australia spanning 132 miles to deter rabbits, Paris National Library as largest library with 1,400,000 books, 175,100 manuscripts, 200,000 maps, and 150,000 coins. Also notes a 1,700 pound bell in Tokio, Moscow bell dimensions, Hayou Horoo sun dial promontory, and the Blatner cask of Nuremberg at 105 feet diameter and 51 feet deep with a ball event. A giant Grand Canary hillside sign for Grand Canary Engineering is described as 15 foot wide letters and 30 foot high banners.

Australia National Library of Paris Tokio Moscow Hayou Horoo Aezean Sea Nuremberg Grand Canary Africa Grand Canary Engineering Company

Extraordinary War Losses Reported By New York World

The New York World cites approximate figures from war and navy departments on casualties in the Spanish American War. Total deaths around 19 with 1,400 plus wounded. massive strategic outcomes include destruction of the Spanish fleet, Cuba’s liberation, Porto Rico cession, and Manila capture.

Spain Freporta Navy Unie Pumareagie Deceentuseuene Aeaene Cuba Porto Rivo Manila Gettysburg

Great Midsummer Lamp Sale Offer

The sale offers Banque Princess and Table Lamps at 25 to 50 percent discount. Stock must be reduced and bargains are available. The promotion runs until September 1st for customers in need of a lamp.

Fashion Notes Highlight New Fall Silks and Waist Patterns

The item describes Bayedere and various effects near the ending materials for the seas, with several desirable numbers in New Fall Silksall. Exclusive Waist Patterns have just opened, signaling new offerings and trends in fabric and apparel.

Bayedere

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