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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1898
Page
5
A letter from Mr Acker cites structural defects in the new city government plan adopted by the Republican party. The piece argues a prior hearing might have saved future trouble and warns the party faces a dense fog of difficulties.
The city convention nominated a strong ticket with high integrity. Newly adopted rules are criticized for obscurity and potential disenfranchisement of districts, while the convention's structure remains unclear. Mayors Nichols and Bailey appeal for Cuba aid raise notable sums in Wilkes-Barre and Scranton.
The excerpt discusses a wife influencing her husband’s vote, questioning true womanliness and good policy. It notes the condition is sometimes true but often suspected and hints at a broader social critique. Mr. Griffith and Mr. Hanna are referenced in relation to public perception and humor.
The piece argues American efforts to force Turkey into paying indemnities for Armenian troubles prove weak diplomacy. It condemns Turkish officials’ contempt for Americans, notes past US naval neglect, and foresees a maritime revival while urging subdued, punctual foreign representation. It ends with quick moral contrasts from California and New York.
A Columbus victory is framed as a win for the Republican party not Marcus Hanna. The piece argues public opinion favors honesty, warns Hanna to avoid central stage, and criticizes wobblers like Griffith. It notes lessons for state legislatures and cautions against women's political roles shaping ridicule over dignity.
The Boston Advertiser questions the value of arbitration after an unjust Venezuelan decision on a $75,000 clash between U S citizens and Mexico. It argues for cautious government led arbitration and warns against sentimentalism, while noting Secretary Sherman’s opposition to Cuba annexation and the need to reshape Cuban institutions before union.
The piece notes Cuba policy shifts from Congress and public opinion, urging recognizing Cuban insurgents and treating Spaniards as incompetent. It questions secret senate sessions over the Hawaiian treaty and warns against repeating burdens on Americans, while local fears about snow ordinance enforcement and figures like Griffin and Parker loom.
Special Correspondence of The Tribune details a heated debate in Congress over civil service reform and the alleged partisan purges under the Cleveland administration. The piece highlights attacks on the merit system, cites discharges of Republicans for partisan reasons, and praises party workers while condemning anti reformers as hypocritical.
Hepburn and Evanne push a radical civil service overhaul aimed at limiting appointments to Washington and large cities with five year tenures. The measure would exclude many current positions, preserve removal for cause, and leave about 7 100 open slots, while restructuring exams and staffing nationwide.
The New York Sun outlines Britain's advantages in shipping including vast tonnage, Lloyd surveys, insurance discrimination, subsidies, cheaper crew costs, global cargo markets, low rates, and a strong navy. It notes annual wage earnings of the merchant marine at 75 million dollars with freight and passenger income at 60 million, supporting supply chains in coal iron and steel and shipbuilding profits.
A retailer announces a closing out sale on four dining line sets to clear stock. The firm urges customers to purchase now to take advantage of the limited remaining quantities before February 1.
A shop invites readers to select a fresh pair of its elegant 08 shoes with dusted stock offered at backward prices. The effort frames the new year as a chance to update wardrobe items with discounted arrivals.
A local retailer announces an aggressive clearance due to overstock. The note promises deep cuts across the line and assures customers the same items are offered at bargain prices.
This week offers heavy cotton blankets size 11 4 in grey or white and all wool blankets size 72 by 81 in scarlet or white with assorted borders. Also all wool white blankets size 12 4 with pink blue and red borders priced this week.
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