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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1898
Page
7
A 1805 election notice from Scranton lists candidates for school director in several wards with term lengths and ballot details. It notes election day February 1 and warns of potential postal funding cuts impacting local services.
Sensior Olay defends voting with Democrats to take up the Teller resolution on government bonds and silver. He says the move aligns with party policy and will pressure Democrats while uniting honest dollar supporters. He predicts the outcome could bolster Republicans in the fall and influence eastern Republicans of wealth to back their nominees. Also notes Cuban war reports showing Spanish advance agents timingposts.
The sugar trade argues Hawaii statehood would not harm U S beet sugar as imports from Hawaii would be limited. Data from the U S Department of Agriculture shows Hawaii accounted for a small share of consumption and that beet sugar production and inland railways shape competition. Critics say fears are unfounded and the beet industry would weather any change despite transportation costs.
The article discusses proposed broad gauge railroad routes from Tunkhannock to Binghamton Williamsport Noxon and Bowmans Creek with hopes a shipping station will be built near most farmers. It critiques the Lebanon Report for calling the secretary of the commonwealth a ward thug and questions whether any warrant exists besides prejudice.
An FE W. Clark & Co advertisement touts Scranton Railway Company securities noting 1897 gross earnings of 366,305.42, net 190,951.02, and surplus 51,180.66 equal to about 14 percent of cash receipts. It lauds management by Frank Fillman Jr and urges track repairs and service improvements, while contrasting with criticism in The Washington Post over Cuba.
An editorial contrasts U S Cuba policy with Weyler era abuses and calls for clear action. It notes Senator Elseworth’s proposed New York bill to punish obscene papers and hints at further legislation following.
A fragment describes jury eligibility and a public display of symptoms linked to Ellsworth scheme. Imagery mentions a pale green silk shirt with handmade embroidery found in Buncesman Spencer’s grip. References a green leather suit case and a Boston setting with suggested evils.
A plea highlights the Home for the Friendless in need as a heavy mortgage on its Adam Avenue property burdens the charity. With a new building near occupancy, $20,000 in debt threatens its work aiding aged women and neglected children. Subscriptions are urged to Mrs. D. F. Taylor to save the shelter.
A fragmented dialogue satirizes government, railroads, and populist officials aboard a slow train. A millionaire traveler complains about delays as a fireman fears the boiler, Senator Puffer staff are mocked, and a district attorney brands a brutal crime as among the century’s worst.
A dramatic courtroom scene unfolds with a defense asserting brain abnormalities and uncontrollable impulses while the prisoner admits guilt and seeks swift execution. A British Lion, Johnny Pill, and a Spanish official exchange quips reflecting wartime tensions and cross cultural bravado amid the looming verdict.
The New York Sun argues the sole distinct administration measure before Congress is the Hawaiian annexation treaty. It urges Republican senators to back the treaty, saying its passage or defeat will mark McKinley’s term and reflect on administration policy. The piece emphasizes annexation as an American cause beyond partisanship.
The Elmira Advertiser argues the US should officially recognize the Cuban Insurgents as belligerents. It claims such action could have saved hundreds of thousands of lives, criticizes the government for inaction, and urges the Democratic majority in Congress to act to restore the American name amid a grim humanitarian crisis.
Auction style notice states stock checked and discount sale to clear remaining pour lines by February 1. Customer appeal to buy now before stock ends. Includes product code 422 Lackag.
Bargains drive a rapid sellout as prices entice buyers, signaling limited stock and swift turnover. Local shoppers race to claim deals before items vanish from shelves.
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