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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1898
Page
4
The document lists state leaders including Governor William A. Stone and Lieutenant Governor J P H Gobin along with Secretary James W Latta and Judge W W Porter, plus Congressmen at large Samuel A Davenport and Galubha A Show, outlining official positions.
Congress announces William Connell as subject with judge F W Gunster serving, coroner John J Roberts M D, and surveyor George E Stevenson named in the inquiry.
Senate. Twentieth Dist. James C. Vaughtian. House. First Dist. John R. Farr. Breard Dist. John J. Schever Jr. Third Dist. N. C. Mackey. Fourth Dist. John F. Reynolds.
The incoming Pennsylvania governor pledges to be governor of all the people not just supporters. He criticizes costly and unnecessary investigations in the legislature and vows to root out abuses. He stresses duty, honesty, and daily public service as guiding principles amid ongoing scrutiny.
The renomination of Congressman Connell is seen as a logical step from his wartime aid to the administration’s policy and a continuation into peacetime duties. The Lackawanna convention backs a nonpartisan judiciary and endorses a modified Crawford county primary system while cautions about reform and repeal if unpopular. Admiral Dewey believes staying near Manila may speed permanent peace.
Colonel Henry Hall of the Pittebure Times reports a severe divide in Hawaii among wealth and power. He criticizes the Dole republic as a toy, notes native loyalty to the monarchy, and says natives have little influence in the annexation debate while American business interests push for stable government and free market access. He characterizes natives as gentle and indolent.
Colonel Hall surveys Hawaii as a place for adventurous Americans with limited capital noting low wages for Asiatic labor, dominant plantation firms, and competition with company stores. He warns of limited small business opportunities, while acknowledging cultural tolerance and the evolving impact of American occupancy.
The piece argues voters must demand a businesslike and fearless mayor who will veto petty politics, resist special interests, and run municipal affairs with discipline. It warns that without a strong, experienced leader the city risks higher taxes, worsened streets, and potential bankruptcy. It also contrasts prudent governance with office seeking and pledges.
Editorials fault Secretary Alger for staffing errors and missteps that worsened war efforts while praising his sacrifice. Critics cite favoritism and poor organization as causes of disaster, urge accountability, and call for stronger funding and reform ahead of new conflicts.
The Tribune astrologer offers a playful forecast for Wednesday August 31 with satirical lines on detention wrangles, political immunity, czar peace, and a wink at Pink Pills for Pale Pale People. The column notes theatrical chestnuts, a late summer bloom and oyster jokes.
The Times-NMerald compiles distances from San Francisco to Honolulu and the Philippines, and measurements between Ponca Porto Rico and Key West. It reports Austria adopting fried potato flour for bakery, praising its whiteness and nutrition, and notes Europe’s beet sugar use rising over forty years with England using more than seven percent beet sugar.
The Philadelphia Inquirer argues the War Department’s collapse reveals systemic failures. A new general staff, better medical and sanitary handling, and annual mobilization for reviews are needed to prevent future mistakes and prepare for large troop deployments.
The Philadelphia Times argues the fall season will be among the most prosperous in modern times with high gold reserves, bountiful crops, and rising trade. It urges business leaders to prepare quickly, modernize operations, and seize the coming era of large trade and prosperity.
Derby Curtains priced at 1.69 1.98 2.98 and up with double value. Chenille Curtains from 1.98 to 2.59 with several “worth” amounts listed. A wide range of Fish Nets and Embroidered Muslins discounted to low prices. Shades and Silk materials offered with reduced rates and interior decoration estimates available.
The speaker argues that modern communities must learn that enemies are not foreigners but oppressive causes and inequality worldwide. War, argued as righteous, would unleash humanity's fiercest energy in defense of these principles.
National Shriners Day on Sept 1 attracts 500000 members with events in Omaha during the Trans Mississippi exposition. The National Currency convention opens Sept 12 under the National Sound Money league, featuring debates on the gold standard and silver standard with speakers from multiple states and future paper money proposals.
An essay from the Toronto Globe argues that heroism is not confined to soldiers but resides in quiet workers and mothers. It notes the fighting spirit can fuel politics and sport and asks how heroism can be redirected from war toward peaceful social reform.
Lamp shop advertises a sale on Banque Princess and Table Lamps until September 1 offering 25 to 50 percent discount to reduce stock. Shoppers are urged to buy bargains on lighting.
A fragment notes a young man with a firm mouth as the champion pie entrant at local cakewalks, cited by the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
The article highlights Bayedere and additional fabrics as closing-season materials. It notes desirable numbers for New Fall Silksall and exclusive Waist Patterns newly available, emphasizing availability and fashion options for the season.
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