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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1898
Page
4
Governor William A. Stone extends ticket listing Lieutenant Governor J. P. B. Gobin Secretary of Internal Affairs James W. Latta Judge of Superior Court W. W. Porter Congressmen at Large Samuel A. Davenport Galusha A. Grow
The record lists elected figures for the Senate Twenty Dist James C Vaughan and House First Dist John R Farr plus Fourth Dist John F Reynolds. This concise summary preserves the names and district assignments as shown.
The speaker pledges to serve all Pennsylvanians as governor after mounting a campaign aimed at winning support from opponents and backers alike. He criticizes costly investigations and party division, vows to curb abuses, and emphasizes honest daily public service as the path to approval. He cites the soldier’s death as a noble ideal.
The speech lauds America's growth from thirteen states to forty five, asserts a duty to expand democracy through Cuba and the Philippines, and lauds Hawaiian welcome for the Manila expedition. It condemns anti annexation opposition while praising unity, civilization, and imperial resolve.
The passage recalls a pivotal Independence Day moment showing U S citizenship in action from senate to camp. It notes Fighting Joe Wheeler rising despite heat to lead and tend the wounded, with praise for Prave indomitable old Joc.
The piece notes a change in opinion from criticizing McKinley for a bloodless war to blaming him for unnecessary bloodshed. It contrasts U S pressure on Germany and an admiral’s stance, suggesting Germany should resist U S dictation.
The article defends the difficulty of reporting the battle of Santiago while praising General William R. Shafter for his relentless, tenacious strategy. It notes the complex alliance with Cuban forces, harsh conditions, and the costly but decisive actions leading to partial victory. It also lauds the Cuban insurgents for their fighting, contrasting with adverse critiques from opposition media.
The city dodged severe heat with a breeze after noon cooling 85 to 87 degrees. New York saw many heat related deaths and hospitalizations while residents were urged to moderate alcohol, iced drinks, and outdoor activity. A court martial at Camp Alger began for a private charged with striking a superior, with Lieut. James facing severe punishment. The Wilkes-Barre Record issued a patriotic edition highlighting Joe Wheeler and Reconstruction era themes.
A reflective piece tracing the Declaration of Independence from its New World origins through the evolution of U.S. government and rights. It links the 1776 protest to modern wartime realities, Cuba, and the nation’s expansion, noting a more powerful republic with 45 states and a transformed global role.
The report notes Cuban battle casualties in a Cuban siege context and compares the Santiago losses to Civil War battles. It states about 1000 Cubans faced roughly 34 000 opposing troops and suggests casualties were smaller given the fortified position and scale of engagement.
The advertisement touts dress shields made at lower prices than competitors. It claims the Lily Shields remain in stock and will be sold while supplies last. The shields are advertised as perspiration proof and long wearing, with temporary pricing set to end when stock runs out.
A local advertisement lists Lily Shields items with regular prices and sale prices for covered, single thick, and silk varieties. Notable prices show discounts from 18–40 cents regular down to 10–20 cents sale. The offer emphasizes short time availability.
Advertisement for Lewis Reilly Davies featuring the slogan Always Busy for gentlemen and claim of wide social appeal. Mentions address 114 and 1 Wyoming Avenue.
A historical table lists major Civil War battles with dates, numbers killed, wounded, missing and total losses. It includes Gettysburg Spotsylvania the Wilderness Antietam Chancellorsville Chickamauga Cold Harbor Fredericksburg Manassas Shiloh Stones River Petersburg and other actions with engaged forces and loss percentages.
In a lively frontier dialogue McMurty fires a taunt at Hanorah while McTammany cheers. The exchange centers on pins and yard work with a mock court finality suggesting a playful dispute over tasks and pride.
The Tribune Astrologer Amacchus offers July 4 1906 forecast noting a child born today will have a hurried makeup and Santiago temperament. The piece mocks civic shade on Court House Square and mentions Officer Hawkes and Ajachus in light verse.
The Choicest Organdies manufactured by Koechlin Baumgarter and Cie are promoted as unmatched. A wide range of exclusive designs is available, with strong sales noted and items described as selling freely.
A remaining small lot of French organ dies in dress patterns offered at 18 cents per yard to close. The sale emphasizes clearance of odds and ends fabrics with limited quantities and colors available.
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