New York Action Sparks Scranton Park Plan Debate
The piece discusses Funston’s postwar aim to be a history professor in Luzon and critiques Nay Aug park extension as public transport enhancement or profit move. It notes streetcar accessibility, park convenience for the general public, and broader racial views on opportunity, with a controversial forecast about immigration, race and assimilation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Funston
Luzon University
Funston
Tracion Company
Nay Aug
Sis
Clisea
Bulevarda
Ivers
Wwer
Mantin venue eyed for Cuban gun rights clash
A suggestion proposes letting Cubans who wish to carry guns fight at Mantin, framing it as an opportunity rather than a risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mantin
The Future of the Negro in the Forum
A July Forum piece by W. H. Corneill, Alabama educator and official, argues race relations are inevitable. He stresses education and thrift, but says only inner reform can ease inequalities, citing statistics on literacy, crime, wealth, lifespan, marriage, home ownership, and farm tenancy among blacks and whites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Corneill
Alabama
Council
Ameria
Dover
Gorman Named as Leader of Senate Army Reform Plot
The Philadelphia Press analysis accuses the Senate coalition of crippling the Philippines army overhaul to aid Filipino rebels. It singles out Arthur Pue Gorman of Maryland as the mastermind and a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination, expressing a wish for his nomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Washington
Philippines
Arthur Pue Gorman
Ataryland
United States
Gorman
Bounds of Justifiable Criticism in a Michigan Libel Case
A state legislator sued the Good Government league for damages after they circulated materials accusing him of promoting immoral legislation by proposing a liquor sale bill on holidays. The judge directed a verdict for the defendants, ruling the criticism a privileged communication and that calling the bill immoral was a matter of opinion. The decision defines proper limits of public critique while noting honest, good faith criticism and possible damages verdicts if evidence showed malice or insincerity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civie
Michigan
Good Government League
Saloon Criticism Grows Over Cuban Alcohol Influence
Opinion notes how American saloon expansion in Cuba appears to outpace free schools, stirring resentment among Cubans. It cites a Cienfuegos riot, the handling by General Wilson, and calls for accountability, school advancement, and better governance for warded territories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
United States
Human Brotherhood
Cienfuegos
Wilson
Cuban Civil Tribunal
Dewey praised as product of U S Navy training
In a discussion on American influence in Cuba the piece notes the Navy’s role and likeness to Americanizing the island. It quotes Joseph J. Stickney on Admiral Dewey as a natural product of his strong individuality and the U S Navy training system, praising the balance of action and patience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph J. Stickney
Dewey
Admiral Dewey
United States
Chambers takes aim at feminine competition in new novel
In his latest work Robert W. Chambers attacks women with three names dominating literary culture. He lampoons publishers and critics while mocking the exhausting image of women authors. The passage reflects the era’s gendered humor and cultural debates.
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Robert W. Chambers
Robert
Daily Horoscope for June 2 189
Amacchus casts for Priday at 446 a m. A child born today may face banker anxieties and a life review of criticism. Do not start at the top of the ladder. avoid trying to seem overly smart. women may glimpse the truth before an interview. Yale colors appear blue.
Sickness at Manila Kept Troops Healthy Despite Heat
The Times Herald reports the Philippine expedition shows only 11 deaths from disease since Cavite landing June 3, 1898 to Otis report June 6, 1899, a rate under 1 percent. It notes 544 uniformed men exposed to Manila climate, with non-battle injuries included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cavite
Otis
Mantia
The Song of the Reel Ecstasy in a Rousing Tune
The speaker extols the reel's power surpassing all melodies. He contrasts Nilsson’s transcendental song with the reel’s electrifying rhythm, describing the body’s ecstatic response and a passion that defies description. The note cites Uskey Cromwell in the Washington Star.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nilsson
Heaven
Uskey
Cromwell
Washington
The Manila campaign and the army debate in 1898
A long August 1898 analysis argues that the Philippine campaign hinges on a larger, steadier force. It outlines troop movements toward Manila, the impact of Senate ratification delays on force levels, and the expected buildup to 40 000 regulars plus volunteers as operations resume after the rainy season.
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Philadelphia Prees
Phiilippines
Otis
United States
Manila
England
South Africa
Transvaal
Lugen
Senate
Luzon
Washington
Spain
Gorman
Jta
Philippines
Befores and Afters From a Political Battle in Richmond
In Richmond during a turbulent campaign, William 4 Bryan warned Democrats against deserting the party. He denounced traitors who would align with the enemy and banished supporters of the gold standard from party privileges, using imperial rhetoric to intimidate rivals.
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Richmond
William
Bryan
Democratic Party
Roosevelt praises General Wood on Cuban yellow fever fight
The Times Herald quotes Roosevelt admiring General Leonard Wood for leading yellow fever control in Cuba and upholding American authority. Roosevelt calls the campaign a mighty good thing as he heads to a Rough Riders reunion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Wood
Cuba
Eaid Roosevelt
Rough Riders
Leonard Wood
District Conventions for Second District Republican Delegates
Notice to Republican voters in the Second legislative district sets a July 1 1899 primary from 4 to 7 pm to elect a delegate for the Harrisburg state convention. Voting directly for delegates will occur with deposits ten days prior. Election overseers and a return judge report results to the district convention, chaired by Frederic W. Fletts. secretary M. W. Lowry.
Delegate election notice for Republican State convention in Carbondale
On Saturday July 1 189, between the hours for electing a delegate to represent the district in the Republican State convention in Harrisburg. Due to the holiday on Tuesday the vote will be held Monday July 3 18 at 2 p m in Burke's hall Carbondale. Each candidate must register full name and address with district chairman and pay assessment ten days before election or be barred from ballot and votes not counted. Vigilance committee and return judge appointed by chairman conduct the election. results reported to the district convention composed of return judges. J W Smith Chairman Attest Samuel S Jones Secretary
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Court House
Scranton
Frederic W. Fletts
M. W. Lowry
Aald
Harrisbore
Burke's Hall
Carbondale
Ated
Willl
J. W. Smith
Samuel S. Jones
Rexford's Watches Sell Two More High Grade Timepieces
Rexford's reports strong sales of a $32 solid rank gold watch with a slim profile and reliable Elgin movement. The store claims every customer who inspected the watch placed an order and invites others to view the model and buy.
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Elgin
Star Automatic Paper Fastener Promises Quick, Reliable Service
Advertises the Star Automatic Paper Fastener with self feeding action and continuous improvements. Claims prices are lower than ever and notes on trial use for 16 days. Promotes Planitary Pencil Sharpeners and other office supplies including Blank Books and Typewriter Supplies.
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Scranton Tribune
I Company
Fitty Cente
New York Action
the Traction Company and the Park
Saya
Africa
Wns
Stone
Missouri
Democratic National Committee
Colonel Roosevelt
Dreyfus
Sfax
Hague
General Miles
Amacchus
Tribune
Priday
Ufe
Whomen
Yale
Ajocebus
Hereald
REEL
Louisville
Kentucky
Gold Democrate Party
Tome
J. Sterning Morton
Times-Herald
Rexford’s
Rexford CO
Wyoming Ave
Star
Jermyn
Waltham
Mercereau & Connel
Wyoming Avenue
Young
Lynn
Mass
Miller
Tie
Gunster & Forsyth
Penn Aven
Luther Keller
West Lackawanna Ave
Scranton, PA
Finley
Cambric
Percale ‘and
Gingham Walts
Lackawanna Avenue
Washington Ave
the Hunt
Builders Hardware
Henry Belin, JR
Geneva
Oe Wyoming
Alate
Dupont Powder
Jing Diaeting
Sporting
Awake
Ase Outliue Kepauno Abeaia Company
Ford
John B. Smith & Son
W. EB. Mulligan
Pittston
Plymouth
Wilkes-Barre
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