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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1898
Page
7
Republican nominations list state offices including Governor William A. Stone Lieutenant Governor J F Gorin Secretary of Internal Affairs James W Lavta Duties of Superior Court W W Porter Congressmen at Large Samuel A Davena Galubha A Grow.
A candidate for governor of Pennsylvania pledges to serve all people rather than party lines. He vows to curb unnecessary investigations and expenses, stressing that the people precede parties and that his duty is to discharge public responsibilities honestly.
The piece condemns an alderman acquitted on extortion charges and argues such outcomes undermine public respect for law. It warns that permitting political influence in magisterial matters poisons justice, urges replacement of aldermanic courts with police courts, and questions bond financing amid reform talk.
The fragment discusses colonial boundaries and the formation of the United States, noting instruction from Massachusetts Connecticut New Jersey Virginia and Maryland over western lands. It highlights how territorial grants influenced the young republic as it drafted the Constitution.
The article argues for US expansion from Jeffersons Louisiana purchase to Hawaii and the Philippines, defending annexation as essential for national power and market reach. It criticizes opponents as timid, denounces preachers of isolation, and praises leaders like McKinley while condemning press attacks on generals and the nation’s imperial path.
The Elmira Advertiser argues for fair treatment of General Miles amid calls to rush troop movements. It lauds his cautious, result driven approach to preparing soldiers and warns against premature criticism from impatient voices seeking quick victories.
A critical examination argues that the United States must adapt its constitutional framework to new imperial responsibilities. It calls for flexible interpretation of amendments, federal power, and national spirit to sustain growth and avoid revolution.
The article lauds General Garcia and Cuban insurgent forces near Santiago for effective cooperation with American troops. It cites Lt Col Rowan and Major General Miles praising Garcia as a patriot and capable leader, with thousands of well armed insurgents aiding operations and blocking Spanish reinforcements.
The differing maps of Cuba in circulation reflect variable plotting by American gunners along the coast. Billy Bryan and Grover Cleveland figures appear in a satirical tandem, with a mock slogan about anti annexation aimed to amuse the Sphinx.
An oblique, garbled excerpt discusses Germany, a Philippine conflict, Uncle Samuel, Altoona, Shafter, and Teddy Roosevelt perhaps in a wartime planning frame. The text obliquely notes weaponization of rhetoric, mentions presses, and hints at Spanish defenses and Texas recall, though details are unclear.
From Chambersburg Public Opinion the piece urges a new era in politics with stronger candidates and unified party platforms. It highlights Colonel W. A. Stone for governor, praising leadership and loyalty to workers and state interests in a broad expansion of commerce and taxation disputes.
The article credits Vaughan with boosting the party’s prestige in the state capital. Four years earlier his strong showing in the Twentieth district tipped the balance away from the Democrats and solidified his personal following. He has since expanded support while keeping his existing allies and not losing any.
The discussion centers on how departure from the islands should occur and whether surrender to Spain is acceptable. Critics warn against selling lands to neutrals and warn that abandoning the Philippines would be cowardly. The piece urges facing the new situation and embracing obligations to humanity despite the war’s pressure.
The Philadelphia Times calls on patriotic citizens to aid wives, children and mothers of volunteers who lack basic means to live. It stresses that assisting these dependents is the first duty of the community and should be promptly and generously discharged.
A fragmented verse urges women to restrain wartime aid to soldiers by avoiding perceived dangers in food canisters. The speaker warns of hidden terrors in everyday supplies and the impact on male troops, blending domestic imagery with grim warnings. The piece mirrors period anxieties about safety and sacrifice.
The Carbondale Leader notes the Republicans of the Twentieth District nominate Jamee Vaughan for the Ault senate post, praising his eminent qualifications and long public service while signaling strong political support.
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