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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1899
Page
4
Uncle Sam’s position on the Chinese question remains clear as neutrality and non-intervention. The notice hints at official mail matter procedures and local postal handling in Scranton with standard March timing and printing details.
A reflective column notes the rise of a large scale investment craze mirroring past American syndicates. It warns of overoptimistic excitement and mathematical missteps that accompany such financial fads as readers watch for the next market surge. President McKinley’s pardon of the press is mentioned in passing as the piece discusses public appetite.
The article critiques American involvement and cites General Marin Menocal as a capable but controversial figure. It argues for caution and portrays Menocal as a potential ally or pawn in a broader struggle, emphasizing the need for prudent engagement with U S directed influence.
The letter praises Admiral Sampson's stance on restoring promotions for Santiago sea captains who failed Senate confirmation amid the Bedley-Sampson dispute. It cites Captain Evans, Taylor, and Clark and Commodore Phillip as affected, praising their gallantry while lamenting prejudice over rewards.
The article argues that patient management and precise execution by the naval leadership, not flashy bravery, secured the blockade and ultimate sinking of the Spanish armored fleet. It cites Commodore Schley and Admiral Sampson, weighing promotions and Congress’s response as readers weigh lessons from the battle.
The document notes Silvela advising the Simin Ie queen regent to ratify the pea treaty without cortes reference and recalls Grover Cleveland's stance toward Congress. It suggests Silvela may need the cortes later and would regret it.
The New York assembly debated capital punishment with a 47 to 78 defeat of the plan to retain death for murder and substitute a lengthy prison term. Opponents argued juries struggle to convict the guilty and that mercy would rise in capital cases, while supporters warned against letting killers escape by lenient verdicts. The discussion touched on trials, juries, and moral questions around executing women as a future case loomed in Albany.
A report notes Cuba’s education under Spanish governance failed to establish a free public school system. Examiners appointed by General Wood reported law provisions were not enforced, funds were diverted, and Spanish teachers dominated, leaving Santiago province with no public school assets or land. The board urges tuition from school age children and a transition plan funded by the treasury and a future special tax.
A short, lineage filled item recalls the unmarked grave of Samuel Meredith first US treasurer buried near Belmont Mount Pleasant. Noted as forgotten since 1817 the piece recounts Meredith’s Washington appointed service 1789 1801 and his Valley Forge gift to starving soldiers.
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