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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1898
Page
4
The fragment mentions Governor William A. Stone and Lieutenant Governor J. P. B. Gorln along with other officials and congressmen Samuel A. Davenscrt and Galusha A. Grow, but the transcription is garbled and incomplete.
The record lists James C. Vaughan of Hone for the First District John R Parr for the Twentieth District and John F Reynolds for the Fourth District as part of the Senate ticket.
The speaker pledges to govern for all the people and root out party-agnostic abuses in the legislature. He commits to honest public service and prudent investigations, aiming to earn the people's approval through steady duty. He also suggests McKinley announce peace terms with a penalty clause for Spain.
The Spanish cabinet led by Sagasta resigns or is expected to be reshaped with a stronger military element. The United States cautions that Spain must decide whether to pursue victory or seek peace, while emphasizing Congress and the Senate’s role in treaties. Cuba independence remains nonnegotiable, and the Philippines stay with Spain only if public sentiment shifts. indemnity around 240 million dollars is viewed in light of European precedents.
In a message to convene a special session, Governor Sampreon warns that mere laws are useless without cleansing reform to protect the ballot in Greater New York. He likens corruption to a deadly disease threatening the electoral system and declares decisive action necessary.
General Woodford argues the war will belt the earth with liberty and certainty. The piece praises America's sacrifices at Santiago as a martyrdom for liberty and warns that former colonial powers must redress grievances peaceably rather than resort to revolution. It criticizes the London Times for not supporting the campaign.
Professor Goldwin Smith argues the Monroe doctrine should yield if it hinders war effort, while defending its core intent to oppose imperial ambition. The piece asserts restraint in the Philippines, favors justice and fair treatment, and frames policy as guided by the Golden Rule.
The Eastern League faces waning public interest due to war impact and player misconduct. Uproar, umpire abuse, and derisive play diminish sport value while clubs enforce a twenty percent salary cut, risking further estranging fans and harming baseball’s standing as a national pastime.
The article argues base ball players are paid too much, warns salaries affect the sport, and suggests restoring its decency may require sacrifice by players and owners. It also notes international and military headlines, including Corbett versus McCoy and military leaders in Cuba, reflecting a period of rivalries and policy concerns.
A long early twentieth century column extols liberty progress and labor as keys to civilization. It praises courage in science and education while urging duty and justice, referencing Manila Cuba and global freedom themes. A second feature notes local events in Susquehanna County including politics and community notices.
A Rochester Pesat-Express piece chronicles Commodore Behley discovering Cervera in Bandigo harbor and predicting victory on May 2. It credits Schley with locating Cervera and directing the dash to capture ships, arguing the old saying that prophets have honor abroad.
The shop promotes a sale on trimmed corset covers chemises umbrella drawers night dresses and skirts with substantial price cuts for a limited time. The advertisement highlights a broad, elegant line all marked down.
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