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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1898
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR notes show an ad for the Scranton Tribune and a fifty cent monthly charge, with garbled text referencing an Orcowd-Clapp Matt matter and a publication schedule.
A clipped reference from a local page dated February 17 1998 mentions Judge Fimenten and a potential probe of ethical conduct or consequences. The terse remark hints at a jurist facing scrutiny and the seriousness of the matter in a courtroom context.
The report that the president will not send another warship to Havana now is seen as a hasty move not a final judgment. The piece argues the Maine’s loss heightens the need for a trustworthy representative, warns against underestimating enemies, and urges executive support from Congress and public opinion.
A historical discussion describes New England cotton mill girls resisting shifts to general housework, preferring factory clerical or shop roles for independence and wages. It notes a national trend of young women choosing factory or store work over domestic service, despite overwork and low pay.
The report notes a race where Francola faced a single issue a poor start. It mentions the runner in a context implying a competitive event with limited success due to initial hesitation. No other specifics or names are provided.
The Philadelphia Press attacks the Cuban junta for allowing Julio Bancuilly to breach parole by leading a Milburn expedition to Cuba and questions whether American sympathy for Cuba has cooled. It warns against judging on hearsay while noting strong local support and charitable efforts to aid starving Cubans, contrasting distant rhetoric with modest donations.
The article argues Cuban agents gain little from American support or munitions. It notes U S diplomacy backs Spain, hindering Cuban rebellion. Senor de Lome pauses to assure continued aid, while critics say his rhetoric fails to match effort.
The text notes public restraint after the Maine explosion, praising American self-control. It emphasizes that the cause remains unascertained, promising a rigorous inquiry and eventual disclosure of facts. It urges quiet service to the country and loyalty to regular government authority.
The Philadelphia Bulletin argues Dwinnt L Moody doubts Yale liquor claims and supports Yale faculty for avoiding public controversy with the Woman's Christian Temperance Union. It lauds faculty experience and cautions against overreaction, urging trust in educated leaders to guide students amid temptations.
Miss Lavinia Dempsey of New York allegedly spent 15000 dollars to become queen of the Holland dames. Mally Stuckovitch of Topeka, hereditary queen of the Romany tribe, will be crowned soon in a far cheaper ceremony, with Molly in her own distinct role.
A pithy note mocks New York royalty as Perrone and others pledge homage to a pretend sovereign while Molly supposedly gains genuine status. Amid odd tidbits a closed horse sausage factory near NYC stirs talk and critics doubt Wanamaker’s political fame.
A Washington Post commentary praises the U S legal system and its jurists noting Americans uphold law with self restraint and regard for justice despite trials like Zola. It contrasts American jurisprudence with French and Spanish politics and argues sustained trust in courts and officials.
The Philadelphia Press notes debate over where the Superior Court should sit including Williamsport and Scranton. It cites a legal committee protest, and suggests changes require legislation while acknowledging convenience and cost savings from current sitings. Judge Willard resigned due to the travel burden.
The authority on the meet elsewhere discusses possible diversion and objections from the court. The court’s travel difficulties are deemed unlikely to affect operations and it is believed the court will not go out of business.
A San Francisco Chronic opinion targets Mr Lowd and postal policy arguing second class matter is misrepresented. It accuses railroad subsidies of inflating costs and claims curtailing mail service serves rail interests while failing to address a fair postage rate.
The anecdote recalls a 19th century clash involving Thomas Russell and Venezuelan authorities. Diplomatic pressure and threats to seize payment led to a passport expulsion, a palace confrontation, a public protest by Alessandro Iarra’s party, and a dramatic escape to an American steamer with a marriage end toward Mosion.
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