New York Office Advertises Foreign Mail Matter
Scranton post office notice lists officials Mayor James Mola Treasurer Thomas II Trooke Controller F J Widmater and school directors John Courier Morris George Th Bhipres Adsessor Gwilym Jones Philip Rinsland with Election Day February 11. Cuban character defect noted and American Immigration urged to supply ballast for Cuban republic.
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James Mola
Treunmer-Thomas II
Trooke
F. J. Widmater
John Courier Morris
George TH. Bhpres
Adsexsore
Gwilym Jones
Philip Rinsland
Fowler
Scranton Voters Weigh Tax Assessments Amid City Needs
The piece argues property owners should oppose high taxes as city government expands, urging scrutiny of officials and public projects. It praises Republican candidates June, Ranstead, and Fowler as independent choices not tied to business cliques. It notes Filipino sentiment after Manila Bay incident and U.S. troops present.
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Scranton
Republicae Party
Young
Choo
Strahehtforward
Etergetic
June
Ranstand
Fowler
Miles Aims at Damages Over War Commission Slur
The report cites General Miles as planning to sue for damages for slander by members of the war investigation commission. Supporters say the civilian inquiry has not excited much public sentiment, while Miles questions the beef supply findings and questions the integrity of testimony as the inquiry continues.
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Miles
War Investigation Commission
Comminster
Court of Inquiri
Hollin
Civilian Commission
Irise
Republican Club
New York City
Lincoln
Cufi
Porte Rhea
Cold Weather Famine Impacts Oyster Supplies
Amid harsh cold, oyster harvests were strained across sections but officials state no regulatory shortage will affect the church fair event. The forecast suggests stable attendance and continued community support despite supply concerns.
Progressive Crumpacker proposes census based voting data bill
Representative Crumpacker of Indiana introduces a bill directing the census director to compile election and registration laws by state, tally registered voters and actual votes in 1896 and 1908, and tabulate white and colored male citizens over 21 along with illiterates and the insane. The data would be due by December 15. The aim is to address representation inequalities in Congress.
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Nepreapntative Crumpacker
Congress
Census Driven Debate Sparks Cuban Progress Symbol
The piece discusses the Crumpacker bill adding a census chapter and urges exact data before proceeding. It criticizes the Havana bishop as a bigot for blocking American burial rites and school access, while predicting the American flag will remain a sign of progress in Cuba.
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Havana
Father Sherman
Cuba
Admiral Schley Defense Prompts Senate Naval Committee Reply
Time announced for a statement prepared in reply to Secretary Long's communication to the senate naval committee. The secretary criticized Schley's obedience and character, while Schley's supporters push for a full, fair public defense to counter the charges about promotion and leadership during the battle with Cervera. The public is urged to await a complete, convincing rebuttal to protect Schley's reputation.
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Sehley
Long
Senate Naval Committee
Department
Schley
Cervera
Hchley
Kenley
Long Tu
Midelies
Amelia Oitigen
Admiral Schlcy
Bef
Drave
Fahley
War in the Philippines Proves Country's Resources
Fragmentary report notes that the war in the Philippines continues without Richard Harding Davis, signaling strong resources and resilience of the nation. The text emphasizes sustained effort and the nation’s capacity to conduct operations despite missing leading figures.
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Philip Pines
Richard Harling Dayis
Uibs
Roosevelt Urges Duty to Gov Philippines at Lincoln Dinner
At the Lincoln birthday dinner of the New York Republican Club, Theodore Roosevelt defends imperial duty and warns against wavering on securing law and order in the Philippines. He argues the United States must police uprisings, resist pacifist excuses, and maintain firm governance to honor national responsibilities.
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Wis
New York Republican Club
Giverna
Republican Party
Theodore Noosevelt
McKinley
Headlines and Humor in a Fragmented 19th Century Review
A collage of political opinions and satirical jabs covering Philippine policy, Senator Male’s missteps, anti-Quay sentiment, a traveling stage production of The Merry Milk Maid, New Jersey’s reputation as a trust incubator, Keely stock schemes, Emperor William’s mustache, Aquinnide’s fool or knave debate, and General Othe’s view of The White Man’s Burden.
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Mercury
Dewey Era Dispatches and Global Notes
A veteran officer recalls Admiral Dewey during the Manila campaign as cool and alert, while dispatches praise U S efforts in Holguin and Mexico City. Reports note smallpox eradication in Holguin, a major sewer pipe contract for Mexico City, and Roosevelt on strenuous effort as prerequisite to peace and progress.
Strife and Courage Shape Nation's Path Forward
A exhortation to value peace through labor and fearless effort. The piece links national progress to civic and military strife, urging resolute energy as the path to better things amid harsh times and trials.
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Minke
Ema
Peices
Weil
Dying Plattsmouth Man Delivers Weather Death Tale
A Nebraska planner on the Platte in freezing weather whispers to a cowboy before dying. He recalls thirty years at the homestead near broken bow and warns others of the 24 below. He requests burial near water and to tell his wife of the harsh fate and the valley stock claim. The scene ends as the moon rises and Nebraska State Journal notes the weather.
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Nebraska
Platte
Min
Troken Bow
Anc
Mercury
Corset Endorsed by Physicians and Modistes
A note on "Her Majesty's Corset" catering to women readers, with endorsements attributed to physicians and modistes, reflecting medical and fashion support for the garment.
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