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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1898
Page
4
In a blunt critique from The Scranton Tribune, readers learn of ongoing efforts to regulate smut in local performances at Music Hall. The piece notes a tentative victory for reform, condemning Arbuckle Phallehall’s management and urging authorities to stay vigilant as theater offerings evolve.
The Londoner correspondent of the New York Sun, H. Chamberlain, argues Spain may face war with the United States as Cuban turmoil deepens. He cites Spanish peasant misery, invalided soldiers, and widespread anti American sentiment. He warns Madrid could trigger conflict to avert a domestic crisis, while Washington seeks peace yet arms itself for possible danger.
The piece laments U S stance on Armenian savagery by Congress and contrasts it with the closer threat near our shores. It calls for clear fair action on annexation Mawali and warns that if the senate lacks two thirds, the nation should embrace the opportunity.
The court denied the Philadelphia faction the right to publish an anti Martin column on the official twilet, exposing factional pique within the Republican stronghold. Observers say the fight shows the futility of vendetta driven politics and its harm to party unity as Wanamaker’s goals surface amid broader calls for national aid for Miss Charle Barton’s mercy trip.
The essay analyzes U.S. fruit and horse exports to Germany facing Prussian restrictions. It notes rising export values, questions the official reasons given, and discusses possible retaliation under a commerce-minded reform. It cites Her treaties and possible reprisals, urging cautious response and cabinet reforms.
In an interview with the Pittsburgh Dispatch the Pennsylvania Attorney General McCormick argues that the duties of justices of the peace have eroded. He notes the office once preserved peace and deterred litigation, but now is often held by men who fear detection and neglect dignity, weakening the petty court system.
Washington letters discuss a large rise in navy costs tied to new construction yet show that per ton and total maintenance costs have not risen as much as expected. Comparisons from 1890 to seven years later reveal shifts in displacement, crew pay, and overall upkeep across home, Pacific, and Asiatic stations with modern ships replacing wooden vessels.
Experts note dramatic Navy growth from 4 071 tons in 18 to 16 8 tone in 187. Crews rose from 4 101 to 2 , officers from 97 to 82, and pay from 29 9 4201 to 87 0 88. Total maintenance cost climbed from 416 648 to 957 . The analysis highlights tripled ship strength, nearly quadrupled tonnage, and over one third higher upkeep.
The Philadelphia Press urges steady enforcement of law and evidence led indictments to root out vice. It condemns mere talk about wickedness and calls on reformers to gather proof, indict, and convict to elevate morality and public order.
A Synergetic proposal from Scranton residents suggests the Young Men's and Young Women's Christian associations share a permanent, commodious home. The letter notes harmony between groups and proposes fundraising to build suitable quarters, with possible separate departments and a jointly usable space.
The item urges readers to trade in the old year and visit for a fresh 1898 style pair. It promises advance fashions at backward prices, inviting customers to come in and select a new pair of elegant footwear.
The listing notes that based on current prices, the items are selling fast and will not last long.
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