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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1897
Page
5
A Scranton dispatch on June 21 1897 argues Cuba’s revolution has harmed American investments valued near 1500000000 and urges U S influence for peace. It praises Britain Victoria and lists shared Anglo American roots in founding American institutions and commerce.
The note suggests that the International postage stamp 14 remains a future goal but will soon become a practical and welcome possibility similar to penny postage.
Washington letter argues the Dingley tariff bill moves fast under the McKinley administration while critics claim delay in the Senate shows the need for continued policy. The piece cites Teale’s Weekly urging restraint and praises quick action to pass rational tariff laws amid economic hopes and political pressure.
The piece argues McKinley’s election a safeguard against social unrest and national debt, urging patience for a trade revival as Congress settles its business. It predicts the United States becoming a great sea power and hints at increased naval influence and global stance.
The article discusses Walter Wellman’s forevas policy outline guiding General Woodford as minister to Spain. Woodford is instructed to persuade Madrid that Cuban independence is inevitable, the U S will not seek annexation, and intervention could follow if Spain stalls. It notes skepticism about peaceful resolution.
The author urges a five member commission to study sugar production and reduce imports. It would compile data from the Department of Agriculture on beet sugar, assess the sugar trust’s influence in politics, and avoid excess government spending while addressing Hawaii and sugar policy.
The New York New Haven and Hartford line runs ten miles between Hartford and New Britain by a third rail, taking fifteen minutes with no stops versus about fifty minutes for trolley cars. Colonel Heft, head of the electrical department, says the third-rail system wastes less power and incurs lower repair costs than overhead trolley lines.
The piece outlines Debs many labor reform planks such as public ownership of rail, telegraph, water works and all mines, free inventions remunerated by the public, postal savings banks, and direct democracy measures. It contrasts Debs aims with Britain’s costly, well-funded foreign service to question efficiency and public spending.
The Philadelphia Press lauds Queen Victoria for sixty years on the throne highlighting vast empire, population, and global influence. It praises moral and intellectual growth, advances in medicine and surgery, reforms in law and labor, and the lasting impact on education, literature, and social progress.
A reflective tribute lauds Queen Victoria as a stabilizing force in Europe during revolutions and as the moral beacon behind Britain's justice and philanthropy. It credits her with elevating women, guiding foreign policy to avert war, and shaping a long era marked by progress and resilience.
A quoted argument favors Hawaiian annexation by claiming it yields a Pacific naval outpost and buffer. The piece contends annexation would allow construction of a dozen battleships, reducing risk to U S ports and cutting defense costs.
The Washington Star argues Congress should act to restrain trusts while preserving legitimate capital. It questions the extent of permissible intervention and warns against legalizing corporate dominance that harms the public welfare. The piece urges corrective measures against abuses in lawmaking and protection of enterprise.
The Times-Herald notes the people of this country will welcome Hawaii as a future state. It argues statehood brings wealth and stable government and celebrates the flag over Honolulu’s white buildings as a lasting symbol.
The Tribune Astrologer predicts Captain Morris faces a large contract to craft political editorials pleasing the three new Sunday World proprietors. The piece notes Queen Victoria’s less visible status and marks Monday June 21, 1847 as the longest day for workers. Amedius offers cautious advice about oppressor roles.
We offer a large line of manufacturers samples all new at half price to our customers. The sale features a wide range of items and invites buyers to take advantage of substantial discounts on premium merchandise.
An upbeat ad style fragment urges readers to care for health with pure water amid summer heat. It mentions a diverse range of products and prices, then advertises a brand or store names related to ice cream freezers and appliances.
Printed and engraved promptly at reasonable prices. The stock used is the very best available. Also reception, visiting and at home cards, monograms, addresses, crests, and related items offered.
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