Governor and officials listed in state ticket summary
Governor William A. Stone and Lt. Gov. J P Gorin are noted with internal affairs secretary James W Latta and Supreme Court associate W W Por. At large delegates Samuel A Davenport and Galusha A Grow named as conference members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William A. Stone
GORIN
Becvretary
James W. Latta
Maces
Superior Court
W. W. Por
Samuel A. Davenport
Galusiia
A. Grow
Senate and District Officials List
Senate, Twentieth District James C. Vaughan honored. First District John H. Farr. Fourth District John F. Reynolds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
James C. Vaughan
Honac
John H. Farr
John F. Reynolds
Governor Pennsylvanian pledge and wartime sacrifice noted
The speaker vows to govern for all people of Pennsylvania with honesty and duty, condemns excessive investigations and partisan bias, and aims to win respect through everyday public service. The piece also honors Mack Gualdes' parents in Knoxville for their sacrifice as their nineteen year old son enlisted to replace a wounded brother in Santiago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ehnil
Eolor
Pennsylvania
Tom
Mack Gualdes
Knoxville
Tenn
Fantiago
Lackawanna County Democratic Convention Yields Solid Ticket
The Lackawanna county Democratic gathering produced a strong ticket with Hon. F. W. Gunst er for judge I H Burns esq for bench Dr JF Fahry for coroner A B P Dunning for county surveyor and M W Cummings of Olyphant as a leading candidate. Republicans counter with a claim of an even stronger slate expected to win.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lackawanna County
F. W. Gunester
I. H. Burns
JF. Fahry
A. BP. Dunning
M. W. Cummings
Olyphant
Soldiers turn to wood alcohol as a futile refreshment
Soldiers crave a real canteen stock but turn to dangerous wood alcohol as a drink. The harsh shortage drives risky consumption and raises concern over health and safety amid military hardship.
Unprecedented export growth widens trade balance
The article notes exports rising daily while imports decline sharply. It compares 1879 import levels to the current year, citing a population rise of twenty million and an unprecedented surplus in the balance of trade of $615,259,000. It recalls 1893 and 1904 as sharp import spikes and highlights the 1803 to present fiscal contrasts.
The World at War and Trade Foreshadowing US Fortunes
The article cites a massive gold surplus and rising domestic yields while noting wartime strain on revenues. It discusses the Dingley tariff's mixed performance, European competition, and looming great power rivalries in Asia. It warns Europe may form a commercial league against the United States and highlights fears over Japan, Russia, and Germany in China and the Pacific. The piece ends with a metaphor about the mango tree joining the oak and elm in state history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Count Gotanchowek
United States
China
Africa
Europe
America
Rumors of Philippine Crisis Reach Shanghai
The piece discusses unverified Telegrams from Shanghai about possible Russian and German moves in the Philippines and nearby waters. It notes sources may be unreliable and weighs the likelihood of war actions by Germany and Russia against Spain and the United States, with Dewey’s limitations in countering a German Russian coalition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phippines
Taonfon
Shanghai
Shanehal
Port Arthur
Philippines
Augustin
Philippine Islands
Rossin
China
William
Kalo-Chao Bay
Liao Tung Peninsula
Germany
Great Britain
Japan
Russia
Dewey
United States
Spain
Manila
Seiguros
Insect Pests Rampant as Forest and Orchard Threats Grow
Western and New England exchanges report caterpillars and curculio as unusually abundant this year. Orchard pests, including tent caterpillar and aphids, attack both fruit and vegetables, while forest trees suffer as well. Despite experts and sprays, pests flourish. forestry and preservation of bird life are urged to restore natural defense and curb climate impact.
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New England
Middle States
Poseilly
TOLD BY THE STARS
A daily horoscope from Ajacchus the Tribune astrologer notes whimsical prophecies for July 27. It mentions Hotwen's heritage aids, Lachawoonna's Democracy spirits, and playful political and wartime allusions tied to Scranton and Elmira figures.
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Ajacchus
Tribune
The Merry Season Brightens Streets and Trains
The Cleveland Leader recalls a festive period when trains fill with travelers leaving town to enjoy springtime revelry. Couples flirt under trees, laughter and lighthearted mischief mark days, and the seasonal bustle brings busy scenes of carefree excursions and social whirl.
Pension Work From Evans Annual Report Reveals Dept. Activities
Commissioner Evans outlines the pension office workload in the annual report. The fiscal year closing June reflects 9,102,591 total mail pieces received and processed, with 2,054,048 letters sent out, a one third rise from the prior year. The note promises a fuller account in the official annual report.
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CNA Cirev
Es OF
Natal
Mall Hoan
Canadian ships sold to United States for transports
Vancouver harbor sees the Canadian Pacific ships Tartar and Athenian removed from Klondike service to join the U S fleet via Pacific Coast Steamship, converting to troop transports. The Athenian 4690 tons carries 1500 men. the Tartar 4006 tons carries 1200. Charles Nelson and Samoa chartered for San Francisco and troop movements to Manila and Honolulu. General Merriam selects officers to command incoming troops as battalions depart for the Philippines aboard ships St Paul and Rio de Janeiro. Several soldiers die from pneumonia and desertions reported among the First South Dakota, Seventh California, and other regiments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Canadian Pacific
Seattle
Wash
Charles Nelson
St. Michaels
F& Transport
Samoa
Heonolulu
Merriam
Lee Stover
South Dakota Infantry
Manila
St. Paul
South Dakota
Philippines
Rio de Janeiro
Colorado
Pennsylvania
W. 2. Dubbs
California
Lyon Bull
Mulligan
Twenty-third Infantry
Marine Hospital
Presidio
Seventh California
Andrews urges US role as world power in European politics
Prof. E Benjamin Andrews speaking at Monona Lake assembly in Madison forecasts a near European war that would pull the United States in if it stands apart. He notes fortifications in Europe and argues the money power backs peace and could decide any conflict. He urges forming a strong alliance, warning against hermit nation policy and insisting the US must join world powers.
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Madison
Wis
E. Benjamin Andrews
Schools of
Chicago
Monona Lake
United States
Europe
Great Britain
England
la Jonathan
Children Asphyxiated In Gas Incident In Philadelphia
Annie Baisley aged 11 and Bessie Baisley aged 9 died in a gas asphyxiation at their home 2642 North Warnock Street Philadelphia early today. The tragedy occurred in the parents residence and police investigated the cause of the illuminating gas leak.
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Philadelphia
Annie
Bessie Baisley
North Warnock Strect
Summer Footwear Sale Push at Men’s Kurdish Shop
Our annual July and August sale of Summer Footwear is now on. All our Ruxsets must go. You need the Shops. We need room. Mens Kurdish INGS.
Tragic Gas Accident Says Child May Have Caused Fatality
Authorities suspect a child waking during the night closed the bedroom window and accidentally turned on the gas, leaving the window open and the gas jet off before they were found the following morning. The two occupants died, with the gas jet reportedly turned on when discovered.
Milwaukee heiress mistaken for Miss Shafter in Madrid peace mission
Miss Jessie Schley of Milwaukee, cousin of Commodore Schley, arrives in Madrid on a peace mission but is not received by the queen regent or any responsible official. A Madrid dispatch notes she may be asked to depart promptly and will not be acknowledged by the civil governor. The report emphasizes that her mission must go through proper diplomatic channels.
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Hotwen
Scranton
Elmira
Sylvester Beaver
Klondike
London
Jessie Schley
Charles Schley
Milwaukee
Commodore Schley
Miss Shafter
Miss Schley
Madrid
Spain
Wis
Insane Woman Kills Child Then Herself in Vermont Camp
In White Hall Vermont on July 4 Mrs Beverly Robinson shot and killed her child and then killed herself at Mate flaven Ve. Her husband had been camping at Lake Saint Catherine near Poultney for three days. His sister-in-law Mrs Methenley who joined the party died yesterday by taking carbony acid. News reached Mrs Robinson last night and it is believed the affair unsettled her mind.
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White Hall
Beverly Robinson
Mate Flaven
Lake Saint Catherine
Poultney
Methenley
Philadelphia
Sailor Seeks Naval Honor in Train Car
An old salt in a passenger coach attracts attention by dress and manners. A curious neighbor learns the sailor is a navy contractor who supplies cheese to the fleet. The man claims naval honors and requests a demonstration of a gun capability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Navy
Great Midsummer Lamp Sale Announcement
A lamp sale offers 25 to 50 percent discounts on the entire Banquet Princess and Table Lamp line. The promotion runs until September 1 to reduce stock and attract buyers seeking bargains on lighting.
Faith in Human Nature Quips From New York Journal
A fragment from the New York Evening Journal notes a sharp line about trust and faith in humanity. It mentions a wife’s strong belief and a character who would pay in advance to secure a favor, reflecting cautionary public sentiment.
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New York Evening Journal
Sale of Men and Boys Shirts and Accessories Auctioned
A sale advertises One Lot Men Soft Front Negligee Shirts with detachable cuffs and collars, One Lot Men Soft Front Shirts with attached collars, Two Lots Boys Unlaundried Shirt Waists in multiple qualities, Broken Lote King Valeta outfits for boys, Gien and other collar styles, plus stout men sizes in reduced prices. Also offers Balbriggan shirts and drawers at two for one, with large discounts on neckwear and hosier items during the sale.
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Valeta
Oxford
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Scranton Tribune
The
Tribune Publishing Company
New York
Wakelane Pole
Satrard
Scrantor
Colonel Stone
Pugwaeh, N
Blasia
France
Orient
Duck
Cleveland
Evans
Byeelal
Heranton Tribune
Wahhington
D. C
H. Clay Vane
Commissioner of Pensions
Andrews
Monona Lake Assembly
Dumas
Mulock
Washington Ave
INGS
Wyoming Avenue
Connell
North
Washington
Avena
Scranton, Pa
Jemmys
the Clemons
Ferber
Q’malley CO
Lackawanna Avenue
Hosberg
Henry Belin, JR
Geneva
Wyoming
Dupont
Conporl Building
Sceranton
Thos Ford
John 5
SMITH
W. BE
Mulligas
Wikee
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