State Officials List For 1900s Governance
Governor William A. Stone and Lt Governor PF 5 are listed along with Secretary of Internal Affairs James W Latta. Also named are Superior Court Judge W W Porter and Congressmen Samuel A Davenport and Galusha A Grow in a formal roster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William A. Stone
PF. 5
GOBIN
Afaire
James W. Latta
Superior Court
W. W. Porter
At- Larre
Samuel A. Davenport
Galusha
A. Grow
Governance pledge amid political turmoil in Pa
A statement expresses resolve to gain respect from opponents and support from allies, vowing to reform investigations and curb evils in Pennsylvania. The speaker pledges honest daily public service and cites the president's refusal to name Grover Cleveland as a personal disappointment affecting Queen Lil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grover Cleveland
Queen Lil
Public Opinion Shapes War Policy and Spain’s Fate
United States public mood drives peace terms and aims to sever Spain from its colonies. The article argues the nation must act against Spain’s colonial rule, even if leaders favor leniency, to uphold humanitarian duties and global reputation. A Wilkes-Barre man who displayed an American flag faced public backlash and removed the emblem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkes-Barre
Departure of Captain Gridley on the Olympia
The Manila correspondent reports Captain Gridley, commander of the Olympia, left for the United States on leave after ill health. The departure ceremonies were moving as the ship’s crew gathered in muster and rowed him to the Zafiro, marking his farewell at sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gridley
Manila
Chicago Record
McCutcheon
Dute
Olympia
United States
Farewell as Captain Departs On Pacific Expedition
The Olympia band salutes a departing captain aboard the Zafiro as it sails from Baltimore to Honolulu. Crew members sing Auld Lang Syne Home Sweet Home and cheer for the leader whose career in food service is praised despite the voyage ahead. Arriving in Honolulu the expedition is to be met by 4000 pumpkin pies amid debates over Hawaii’s Americanization.
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Hong Kong
The
Olympia
Zafiro
Sweet
McKinley doctrine and Monroe policy clash in war mood
The Paris Matin notes a German reading of the Monroe doctrine, while the author asserts the United States will defend the doctrine with force. It argues U.S. restraint is tied to sovereignty and warns Europe against interference as Spain remains at war, framing a McKinley doctrine. Admiral Cervera is praised as a capable foe.
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Paris
Germany
James Monroe
Western Hemisphere
China
Africa
Europe
William
Philippine Islands
Audh
Philippines
Spain
Iime
Maronean
Apiin
Chicago
Itecord
United States
Defense of Im Bourgogne Crew Amid Disputed Facts
Acting Agent Faguet defends the Im Bourgogne crew against charges of brutality while disputing sensational tales. The piece notes difficulties in uncovering full facts, cites Dr. Buckley on Cunard prudence, and mentions captain testimony about the ship’s speed in fog with corroboration from a second witness.
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Faguet
Bourgogne
J. M. Buckley
Cunard Line
Ufe
Bourgoine
Cromartyshire
la Heurgogne
Sifiger
Lehigh Valley Railroad Tracks Noted Punctuality Record
The Lehigh Valley Railroad company set a notable punctuality record last year with a case of ites justly celebrated, reflecting disciplined operations and timely service.
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Lehigh Valley Railroad Company
Ites
Black Diamond Express Performance Reflects Strong Schedule Adherence
The westward run kept within five minutes of schedule on 287 of 2712 days while the eastward run delayed only 24 times. The railway's reliability led to no accidents or damage claims and rising public patronage, with a note on transport lessons for other carriers. The piece also discusses temperance letters, steamship demand to Europe, and a call for Americans to explore domestic travel and strategic naval exploits.
Privateer Threat Looms Over Klondike Argonauts
The fragment refers to a Spanish privateer lingering near prospects of the Klondike voyage and hints at a dramatic misstep by Blanco as tensions rise. The text suggests looming danger and calls for caution amid volatile surroundings.
How the Country Accepts the News
GP THIRTY DAYS after his departure from Tampa General Bhafter has received the surrender not only of the city of Santiago but of nearly the whole province with an army corps estimated at 200 men. The loss to American forces is about 4 dead and 1,500 wounded. The Cervera squadron is destroyed with one death. This praising of war conduct counters yellow journalism and lauds American valor, strategy, and naval power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tampa
Bhafter
Santiago
Cervera
Seea
Bold American Victory at Santiago Described in Calm Confidence
The report lauds an underarmed Philadelphia expedition that landed with no trained artillery, no siege train, and mostly civilians. Despite inferior equipment, smokeless powder, and a three year Spanish field, the fleet is destroyed and Santiago falls, sealing American naval dominance and proving the force capable of bold action.
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Philadelphia
Santiago
Cuba
Banthego
Philosophical end to siege offer at war’s close
The Philadelphia Record reflects on a near civilian disaster averted by restraint in battle. It lauds allies for sparing the enemy’s pride by allowing evacuation to Spain and transporting the defeated army home, framing it as humane conduct and a model for civilized warfare.
Spanish American War Campaign Timeline in Cuba
The sequence covers May 4 to July 5 actions around Santiago de Cuba. Schley reported bottling the Spanish admiral on May 4, Merrimac's diving attempt on June 6 failed to seal the harbor, and Shafter landed at Balquiri by June 8. Cervera's fleet was destroyed July 5 after a two day land battle, with negotiations continuing afterward.
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Cervera
Santiago
Schley
Shafter
Balquiri
Carvera
General Shafter Claims Victory Through Bulldog Tenacity
General Shafter earned praise and fame for victory at Santiago, driven by relentless effort. He refused to burden the War Department, accepted imperfect conditions, and led his troops from point to point, ignoring criticism to secure complete success.
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Shafter
War Department
Santiago
Heroism of Our Troops at Santiago and Strategic Shipping Question
Commentary from Philadelphia Times and Washington Star lauds American troops at Santiago. Discusses climate hardships and scarce supplies, and weighs whether shipping soldiers to Bonin or to Spain offers a safer, cheaper, faster route for the government amid ongoing war.
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Bane Tlago
Rantiago
Conrac
Washington Star
Bonin
Santiago
United States
Spain
Miles Receives Salute in Santiago Implying Surrender
General Miles, a fighter of weight, is described as forcing Toral to consider surrender after his arrival in Santiago. The piece compares Admiral Dewey to General Grant, noting Dewey’s decisive action once he sees what must be done, without awaiting orders.
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New York Sun
Nelson A. Miles
Santiago
Milea
Toral
Admiral Dewey
General Grant
Their Turn Coming
From the Wilkes-Parre Neva-Dealer General Blanco and Admiral Camara should not envy the attention Admiral Carvera, our distinguished Prisoner, is receiving. their turn will come if peace bows.
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Blanco
Camara
Carvera
In the Name of Humanity and Civilization
An editorial reflecting on American motives in war and reform. It praises the national sentiment for justice, condemns corruption and exploitation, and argues humanitarian and civilizational ideals should drive home reforms in labor, child welfare, safety, and politics. The piece warns against spoilage in government as the nation seeks better institutions.
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Humanity
Spain
Western Hemisphere
A Lesson in Preparedness from the Santiago Bay Battle
The Philadelphia Press argues Americans must stay prepared militarily like the ships at Santiago. It warns that delays in shipbuilding and modernization could allow rivals to outpace the United States, risking loss and humiliation if war comes.
Dewey Seen as Diplomat and Blockade Steward
In Washington Post excerpts the Manila letter praising Admiral Dewey for administrative skill and diplomacy. He allowed a British and German merchants delegation to move families to Cavite and ordered the area cleaned with Consul Williamse in charge. Wealthy Manila residents moved houses to Cavite, praising Dewey's influence.
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Manila
Washington Post
Dewey
Cavite
Williamse
Summer Waist Sale Promises Great Shirt Waists Deals
The advertisement promotes hot weather apparel from brands United Derby and Mascot with white lawn waists half price at 25 cents for 50 cent items and 49 cents for 1.00 items. It lists figured percale and gingham waists at 75 cents, various fabrics at 25 to 49 cent ranges, and night gowns at 49 to 59 cents.
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United, Derby
Mascot
RTTCR
Ribbon prices listed for taffeta and satin varieties
No 40 taffeta ribbons in all shades priced at 14 cents per yard and No 60 taffeta ribbons in all shades at 18 cents per yard. Five inch satin ribbons in all shades offered at 27 cents per yard.
Noted Shipmaster Aided by British Masters in Far East Trade
A British shipmaster aided local merchants by not interfering with duties and gained support from shipmasters who supplied coal. His presses resonated in ports across the Far East as trade expanded. The account highlights collaboration between the shipmaster and British shipmasters facilitating coal sales and shipments.
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Far East
Physician Letter Advocates End to Alcohol in Military Posts
A Sun letter urges abolishing alcohol for troops citing the canteen’s demoralizing effects and harm to physical and mental powers. Field Marshal Wolseley is cited. abstainers and alcohol-free workforces are praised, with tea or coffee proposed under surgeon supervision to sustain fatigue with a clear head.
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Sun
House
Lord Wolseley
Herve
A Coming Citizen Theodore Roosevelt in War and Service
The Utica Press celebrates Theodore Roosevelt as a model citizen whose courage and public service set a high example. It praises his police reform work in New York, his tenure as assistant secretary of the navy, and his leadership with the Rough Riders. The piece argues greater honors await him and urges young men to follow his path in peace and war.
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Utica
Ile
Theodore Roosevelt
United States
Ito
New York
Navy
Alncere
McKintey
Roosevelt
Bantiago
Lue
Rough Riders
Theodore Roovevell
Great Midsummer Lamp Sale Offers Deep Discounts
Local retailer touts an all lamps sale from Banquet to Table Lamps with substantial discounts to reduce stock. Shoppers are urged to act before September 1st to secure bargains on Princess and Banquet styles and other lamp lines.
Bargain Clearance On Ladies Garments In Annex List
Overstocks prompt fall clearance sale featuring marked reductions from 10 to 25 percent. Gowns and underskirts offered at special prices including 69c for closeouts, 1.19 for embellished gowns, and 2c to 4c for muslin underskirts. Drawers also discounted with special prices listed.
Sale offers discounts on trims and nightwear items
Our elegant line of Trimmed Corset Covers Chemise Umbrella Drawers Night Dresses and Skirts is reduced for this sale only with notable price cuts on many pieces.
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Scranton Tribune
Tribune Publishing Company
Omoe
Nassau
Scranton
Senate
James C. Vaughan
John RK. Farr
Johan F. Reynolds
Colonel Stone
BocCondaCl
Abuios
Pennsylvania
Mckinsey
Stein
Fale
Honolulu
Hawaii
Women's Christian Temperance Union
Civiliaes
Philadelphia Enquirer
Philadelphia Record
Philadelphia Ledger
General Shafter
Philadelphia Press
Rick
Kingdom of War
Philadelphia Times
Milee
Bantiga Harbor
Sampson
Nath
Zantiago
Gent
Wyoming Avenue
N. Washington Ave
Connell
North
Washington
Scranton, Pa
Jermyn
the Clemons
Ferber
O’malley CO
Lackawanoa Avouno
Sale
Lackawanna Avenue
Henry Belin, JR
Wyoming
Connell Building
Squadon
Agen Ule
Thos, Ford
John B. Smith &Son
W. B. Mulligan
Pittsiog
Premouth
Wilkes-Barra
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