Election notices and Cuba policy debate echo in city columns
Scranton readers see school director candidates listed by ward with three year and two year terms. The text then shifts to a lengthy editorial on the Canalejas affair, de Lome recall, Cuban autonomy, and calls for intervention, citing U.S. policy and a banker petition, ending with a perceptive local aside about a New York husband.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Nevis
So Phillips
F. D. Fellows
F. S$. Godfrey
Barker
Hvans
Pebriwry
Senin
de Lome
Canalejas
United States
Ths
Madrid
Spain
Benor de Lome
Woodford
Senor de Lome
State Department
McKinley
Docome
Cuba
New York
Philadelphia
England backs down in Far East over China carving threat
The piece notes England’s initial stance against forcible entry in China by colonizing powers. It cites A J Balfour and Michael Hicks-Beach who warned England would resist carve up of China, then Lord Sallebury explains that Germany and Russia promise to keep ports open, leading England to withdraw objections to the theft. It questions future consequences if Russia and Germany renege.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Far East
China
A. J. Balfour
Ir Michael Hicks-Reach
Lord Sallebury
Germany
Russia
Fingland
War and justice tensions echo in wartime and crime debates
The passage blends a global power warning about China and Port Arthur with a call for US resolve, while also critiquing a murder verdict in Ilinois. It notes Cuba, Spain, and Cuban clouds as unrelated context, ending with a discussion on punishment and due process.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black Sea
Hueela
Port Arthur
England
Philadelphia
United States
China
South American
Spain
Diplomacy and Cuba Crisis Foreseen in Opinion Pieces
The piece laments Dupuy de Lome's death as a catalyst exposing American weakness and justifying intervention in Cuba. It cites President McKinley and legal restraint as prudent, argues for strong action once justice is clear, and notes broader commentary on cheese science and global trade. It also mentions Von der Ahe's kidnapping and Senator Allen's Cuban belligerency amendment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dupuy de Lome
de Lome
United States
McKinley
Senor de Lome
Pest
Dr. Stafford
Hin
Cuba
Spain
Political Rhetoric and Contested Figures in Debate
The piece cites Senator Allen supporting direct Cuba trade, notes Uncle Hod Boles of Iowa seeking presidential timing, and criticizes currency talk and a Pittsburgh spectacle as a walking match with female contestants. It also mentions Greater New York’s claimed population and Brother Crocker’s doubt about the remainder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hod” Boles
Towa
Pittehure
Horoscope by the Tribune Astrologer for Priday
A dated divination notes a child born under this day favors reform views and municipal issues. It warns of groundhog weather delaying planting and comments on public works, street cleanliness, and spring activity with regional hints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amedhus
Tribune
Priday
Pellowa
Our Interest in the Oriental Pie
A critical editorial argues for strong support of Great Britain in the Britain Russia clash. It frames freedom as linked to British success, warns against aligning with Russia, and urges Americans to back Britain's stance to keep open markets in China and protect U S interests. It condemns pro Russia and anti British sentiment as folly.
Tribune Letter Praises Moral Stance Against Indecent Performances
An editor asks The Tribune to continue denouncing indecency at Monte hall and in local vacant stores on Lackawanna avenue. The writer commends timely criticism and urges steady advocacy to purify the city’s moral atmosphere without requiring a crusade against every objectionable display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friends of Morality and Purity
Montehall
Lackawanna Avenue
Haviland China Closing Out Four Patterns
Store announces closing stock sale of four Haviland China patters and links. Buyers urged to act before February 1 to take advantage of wholesale prices and clear remaining patterns.
Scranton Tribune Acknowledged For Public Purity Push
A letter from F. P. Doty praises the Scranton Tribune as the county’s cleanest daily, urges avoidance of yellow journalism, and urges continued high standards to shape public sentiment and welfare in Scranton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton Tribune
F. P. Doty
Annex Hawaii with decisive action urged by the Tribune
The Scranton Tribune advocates annexation of Hawaii, arguing for a two thirds senate majority and presidential approval to seize the incomparable opportunity. It warns against trivial objections and questions whether critics will block the treaty despite broad support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
Hawaii
Scranton Tribune
Senate
United States Senate
House of Representatives
Tribune
Winter Goods Deep Storewide Reductions
Catalog announces widespread discounts across departments with sale pricing on silks cheviots gingham seersucker hosiery wool shirts table linen damask and sewing silk. Highlights include 450 yards of fancy silks at 59c and 19c per yard 10 pieces of all wool cheviots at 19c yard and assorted linen and damask items at 9c to 54c per piece.
Old Year Footwear Ad Promises Elegant Styles
Fragmentary ad text markets new shoes at backward prices. It urges readers to come in and select elegant styles, claiming these shoes are available for those seeking value and fashion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ana Celenog
Gew
All Day Bargains At Low-Cost Textile Sale
Bargains offered on bleached twisted towelling at 2 cents per yard Calicoes at 4 cents per yard Outing Flannels at 4 cents per yard Percales one yard wide at 7 cents Dress Ginghams and Bates Seersuckers at 8 cents per yard.
Corset Covers and Skirts Offered At Low Prices
On Second Floor 75 dozen Cambric Corset Covers in V shape ready to trim and trimmed variants. 100 dozen Corset Covers in styles with neck and embroidered details at 25c and 29c. Empire Gowns with tucks and embroidery priced 49c and 59c. Skirts with tucks and embroidery 39c. umbrella skirts 59c and finer laces from 85c to 4.98. Drawers for ladies and children in multiple styles priced from 8c upward.
Choice stock at moderate prices attracts buyer attention
The text notes a scarce selection of choice stock in this area of the city and highlights the appeal of moderate prices that draw buyers to consider these goods. The statement emphasizes value and availability as key factors in shopper interest.
Local Furnishings Sale Promises Great Value on Furniture
A noisy listing advertises desks, lounges, cabinets, chairs, and tables at low prices while stressing high quality. The offer mentions various items such as canines music cabinets and inlaid chairs, all marketed as affordable.
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