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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1899
Page
5
The report from Branton dated January 16 1699 calls for immediate steps after the Monaghan couple’s discharge from custody. It emphasizes pursuing the detectives responsible for their arrest as a necessary example.
In Crawford County voters nominate a mayoral hopeful linked to the current city administration. The Tribune backs the party majority, while political chatter centers on Senator Quay and Van Valkenhere factions as the field narrows toward the needed votes.
A historical obituary recounts Nelson Dingley Jr.’s rise from humble beginnings to publisher of the Lewiston Journal and a long career as a Maine legislator and congressman. It notes his temperance stance, legal studies, journalism, service as speaker and governor, and enduring leadership in the Republican Party.
The White Bleu One Oceanic is launched at Belfast as the largest craft afloat with 40000 horsepower engines and 17040 tons gross. Oceanic and Ojgeenle symbolize British and American commerce, recalling a 1913 meeting urging Americans to support such vessels for national credit and wartime service.
The text argues for government subsidies to build and sail American ships, reduce dependence on foreign vessels, and keep freight revenue domestically. It notes Congress must provide equal capital with foreign rivals and critiques current peremptory challenges favoring prosecutors, urging reform via Senator McCarrells bill to address perceived injustice.
Senator Gray of Delaware spoke at a Wilmington banquet honoring his service on the Paris peace commission. He argued the Cuban question did not aim to keep Cuba, and that the Philippines would be governed in trust for self rule, reflecting McKinley’s policy and the nation’s duty after the war with Spain.
The article discusses U S sovereignty options for the Philippines, warning against premature decisions and noting debates over a protectorate or trust. It highlights British naval actions, Albany’s voyage, and calls for cheaper postage, urging railroads to lower government shipping costs. It also mentions critics of expansionism and a New York court sentence for a boy preacher.
Special correspondence notes Porto Ricans judge Americans by conduct and manners. The islanders compare American business travelers unfavorably with European peers, calling some “buscones.” Initial American idealism has given way to realism about intelligence, perception, and culture, shaping a tempered view of postwar influence.
The piece describes how American troops in Porto Rico provoked rowdy scenes and disillusioned natives. It cites fear, insult, and a shift from hopeful welcome to doubt about American intentions and economic promises.
The article recounts the Habr Joussul canal in Fayoum, its 40 year purpose, construction under Joseph son of Rachel and Jacob, and its role in navigation irrigation and climate. General Wood’s reception in Washington follows a paragraph about canal history and its commerce significance.
A newspaper notice advertises silk stock pricing from $1.00 to $140 for assorted fancy silks, and $1.50 to $2.00 for most silks with a few brocades in short lengths. It notes closing sales of lots from four to twelve yards and claims the silk values present a rare opportunity.
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