Ten Pages Scranton School Director Ballot Names
The notice lists candidates for School Director in Scranton on February 10, 1898 with three year terms for Peter Meals in Eleventh ward and D E Phillips in Fifth ward, two year terms for E D Fellows in Fourth ward and Godfrey in Eighth ward, and one year terms for F Bark in Seventeenth ward and Elias Firvans in Fifteenth ward election day February B. The article also includes a political statement urging Cuban freedom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Meals
D. £. Phillips
E. D. Fellows
Godfrey
F. & Bark
Elias Firvans
Scranton YMCA Building Funding Debate Prompts Public Question
Critics press the need for a modern YMCA in Scranton with a $270,000 target and $70,000 payable in installments. They argue annual contributions of $14,600 would compare to local saloons and breweries and urge Scranton to outpace Wilkes Barre’s $15,000 annual effort. The piece hints at political maneuvering around the fundraising push and old rivalries.
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Young Men's Christian Association
Scranton
Beranton
Wilkes Barre
Wilkes-Barre
De Lome Letter Fallout Deepens Cuban Insurrection Tone
The article argues the De Lome letter proves Spain's weakness in Cuba as insurrection grows stronger, with Spain’s diplomacy exposed as deceitful and unreliable. It notes the Cuban junta’s influence in New York, disputed assassinations, and calls for US government clarity on pursuing costly intervention. It also reports a Williamsport incident where a school pupil faced corporal discipline and calls for proper investigation.
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de Lome
McKinley
Spain
Cubas
Pando
Gareta
Rabi
Santiago de Cuba
Santa Chire
Puerto Princip
Madrid Heraldo
New York
Cosgnosty
Ruiz
Aranguren
Lee
Adin
United States
Dupuy de Lome
Williamsport Awakening Over Gubernatorial Candidacy
A scrambled notice notes community interest in Williamsport as Colonel W A Btone works to weather the rising storm and deflate public opinion against William H Andrews The piece questions if the effort comes too late and hints at an awakening of judgment.
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Williamsport
W. A. Btone
William H. Andrews
Auditor General Mylin Critiques Capitol Commission Delays
The Pittsburg Dispatch reproduces Auditor General Mylin criticism of the capitol commission in a heated reply. He contends delays stem from political interference and criticizes architect selection while arguing the governor’s plan would be wasteful. He urges scrutiny of public building costs and urges transparency to prevent corruption accusations.
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Capitol
Mylin
Pittsburg
Tretter
Econ
Board of Public Buildings and Grounds
Sule
Recinlitate
Willdings
General Mylin
Mahan Supports Annexation to Shield Pacific Coast
The article cites Captain Mahan as the leading naval expert endorsing Hawaiian annexation to defend the Pacific coastline. It argues that annexation would not meaningfully swell naval power but rather prevent the need for a larger fleet to guard Pacific cities.
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Captain Mahan
United States
Hawaii
Pacific Coast
Washington Starwell
Pacific
Debates Shape Annexation and Naval Focus in National Debate
The editorial notes urge a clear United States stance on annexation tied to naval strategy, arguing Hawaii status or annexation affects danger points and fleet needs. It cites Captain Mahan and warns senators to decide, while glancing at press satire, Klondike news, and political echoes shaping public discourse.
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Ithin
Hawaii
Captain Mahan
United States Senate
Spain's global armament feat tests U S invincibility claim
An official Madrid release shows Spain shipped 181,798 enlisted men and 6,261 officers to Cuba and the Philippines between November 10 and May 1997, with thousands of guns and cartridges. The piece argues the United States must boost its navy and regular army to deter European powers.
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Europe
Spain
Cucha
Madrid
Cis
Aerose
Philippine Islands
England
United States
Canada
Russia
France
Sardinia
Germany
Austria
Italy
Jarke
United Kingdom
Kingland
Ao How
French justice and the Dreyfus affair in Europe
The Philadelphia Press reflects on the Dreyfus affair as revealing flaws in French liberty. It argues liberty must be just for all, condemns secret courts, and warns France to open its justice before seeking civilized status. It invokes Mme Roland, Louis XIV, Voltaire, and Zola to parallel calls for transparent trials.
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Philadelphia
The
Spectator
Europe
Mme
Roland
Waldo
Jude
Dreyfus
England
France
Wnd
Jong
The Next Congress
The Philadelphia Press outlines party majorities in past and present U S House sessions. It traces shifts from the Fifty-first to the Fifty-fifth Congress, noting Republican majorities and Democratic leads, and reports a current apparent Republican edge amid changing numbers.
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House of Representatives
Harrison
Political Majority Yet Possible in Senate Campaign
A minority of twenty-five defectors could still leave one vote short of a majority, making a ten vote majority in the Senate feasible for advancing the party platform. The silver issue has become central to the campaign, with free silver gains prompting strong presidential engagement.
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Allverites
MekKinny
Sensationalism in the pulpit decried by church critics
A religious critic denounces sensationalism in sermons as vulgar and demoralizing. It condemns modern “realism” in preaching as a vehicle for self interest and a threat to the home and church. True ministers of Christ should not rely on worldly displays to attract congregations.
They Must Go Price Sale Prompted by Quick Turnover
A local sale urges quick action with prices slashed on items that are moving fast. Call to be convinced and secure bargains before stock runs out.
When We Plant the Tree We Plant a Ship and House
Poem lines envision planting a tree as the seed of building a ship, homes, and nation. Refrain emphasizes infrastructure and shelter arising from growth, with lines mentioning masts sails keels beams and a spire. Attributed to Eix B Secretary J Blerling Morton in a formal closing.
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J, Blerling Morton
The Very Best Clothing Manufactured
The ad invites readers to call and see what clothing products are offered, promising top quality garments and a wide selection for potential customers seeking reliable apparel options.
Haviland China Dinner Sets Go On Closeout Now
A local retailer advertises Haviland china dinner sets in four lines. The sale emphasizes stock clearance and marks February 1 as the closeout deadline.
Music Cabinets and Pedestals Feature Inlaid Chalcedony
Retailers advertise cabinet and pedestal sets with inlaid chalba and decorative hardware. Catalog notes highlight caninetry pieces and matching stands suitable for living rooms and libraries.
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Scranton Tribune
Daly, Kaee
Tritune Publishing Company
City Center
Achanton FA
Republican
Cuba
Bill Andrews
Bill Stone
Rink
Sweet Sixteen
Williamsport le
Macduff
Mynn
Denmark
Harrisburg
Philadelphia Inquirer
Commonwealth
the Inquirer
Paty du Clam
Euch
DePuy de Lome
Justice
Louis XIV
Macaulay
Voltaire
Zoln
From
Philadelphia Press
Coldsmiths
Drapery
St. Gall
Herisau
Wyoming Avenue
Washington Ave
Nary
Lackawanna Avenue
Oltroads Court
Navy
Reynolds Brothers
Jermyn
Hill & Connell’s
Haviland
China
Whrtso
Cueval Glasses
Rockens
Book Catt
Taboulett
Aile
North
Washington
Scranton, Pa
the Clemons
Ferber
Henry Belin, JR
Wyoming
Dupont
Commonuwealy Building
Agencie
Thos, Ford
John B. Smith & Son
BW. Mulligan
Miletes
Mymonth Wikes
Barre
MT. Pleasant
Commonwealth Building
WM. T. Smith
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