Doctrine Aims at Self-Protection, Not Aid to Other Republics
The Monroe doctrine is rooted in the United States' desire for self-protection rather than a wish to safeguard other republics. The central motive is safeguarding American interests and security from outside interference.
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United States
Wolcott
England
New World
Congress
Pennsylvania
Matzow
Minneapolis
St. Paul
Vancouver
Seattle
Tacoma
Portland
Francisco
Enter the Clown in the Bolters Ring
A partisan column mocks John H. Fellows as a hypocrite who rails against corruption while campaigning on reform. The piece recalls 1894 efforts to buy delegates, questions his motives, and notes Representative Scranton’s withdrawal from delegate-at-large race to St Louis.
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John H. Fellows
Ita
Ripple
Fellows
Fuller's Hall
Fellows and Company
Mr. Scranton
Thomas D. Davies
Philadelphia
Wilkes-Barre
Scranton
St. Louis
General Foraker
Foraker
McKinley
Canton
Napoleon
Representative Bailey
Texas
House
Sharawood
Pennsylvania
Keystone
Gibson
Bailey
New York and Chicago Rivalry Takes Another Convention Win
The long running clash between New York and Chicago over national convention honors sees Chicago beat New York again, elevating Chicago’s standing and prompting comments from observers like Moses P. Handy, formerly a Gothamite now champion of the Windy City.
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New York
Chicago
Moses P. Handy
London
Paris
United States
Liverpool
Union
Buffalo
America
Stock Exchange
West
Metropolis
South
New England
Manhattan Island
Brother Handy
Gotham
New York Provincialism Lashes Back at National View
A controversial essay argues New York critics ignore the wider nation, preferring cosmopolitan fame over continental rhythm. It praises western and southern enterprise while urging New York to shed airs and recognize broader American leadership and unity.
Spain must curb brutal war in Cuba and heed humanity
The author denounces General Weyler and Spain for brutal tactics in Cuba, comparing to the Wyoming massacre and urging Washington to recognize a higher law than self interest. Senator Thurston voices a firm challenge to Britain’s stance, urging moral action over diplomatic obsequiousness.
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Campos
Spain
Weyler
Cuba
Wyoming
Valley of Our Fathers
Lberty
Washington
Washington Gossip on Silver Party Plans and Capitol Happenings
The Silver party leaders convene in Washington this week amid secrecy as they weigh a possible presidential ticket with Senator Jones of Nevada and ex- Congressman Sibney of Pennsylvania eyed for top roles. The piece also notes shifts in Wilkes-Barre post office contests, Reed administration plans on territories, and reflections on Pattison and Quay amid a busy political scene.
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Tribune Bureau
Fourteenth Street
N. W
Washington
Sliver Party
Jones
Nevada
Sibney
Pennsylvania
Wilkes-Barre
Livingstone
Freas Bowert
Hines
Harrity
Bogert
F Pattison
Philadelphia Ledger
Ledger
Toe Ledger
Governor Pattison
Pattison
the Commonwealth
William F. Harrity
Hartity
Chicago
Grover Cleveland
Pallivan
Philadelphia
United States
Democratic Party
Moses
Pattleon
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Charles Fowler
Christ Fickus
William Dawson
the Clown
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Mr. Fellows
Congress & Cent
Lessenring
Bill Harvey
Hart
Charles Miner
Farmer” Kulp
Committee On Territories
Reed
Arizona
New Mexico
Beranton
Congressman Lorimer
P. W. Gallagher
Scranton Traction Company
the Tribune
Sullivan
Crouse
T A Harriet Harding
Peckville
Lackawanna County
Eveline Clark
Shickshinny
Luszerne County
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Carlisle
Burke
Miller
Herring
James Kerr
Clearfield
Sam Hudson
Philadelphia Myening Bulletin
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Liem
Sack Robinson
Quay
Robinson
Tom Cooper
Cameron
Senate
Senator Quay
Florida
Allowie L. Wellington
Maryland
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Cleveland
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Whitney
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Anglie
Walt
Foote & Shear
Washington Avenue
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Jermyn
Wyoming Avenue
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Kawanna Avenue
Coal Exchange Building
Mercereau & Connell
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Lynn Havens
Mill Ponds
Shrewsbury
Rockaways
Maurice River
Western Shores
Blue Points
Salman Io
Shell Pierce
Penn Ave
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Lackawarra Avenue
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Washington Ave
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