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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1899
Page
5
Aguinaldo informs his forces that a march into Malta is possible within twenty days. He cautions that entry conditions may differ from his initial expectations, signaling uncertainty about the campaign timeline and operational terms.
An ornate, period-voice tribute recalls the heroes of a distant conflict, praising the participation of distinguished women and men, and urging proper care for veterans returning to civilian life. It laments the brutal haste of postwar sentiment and stresses sober duty alongside celebration.
The ex-president tells Michigan students that a plan is needed to restrain corporations and tax untaxed personal property. A majority favor revising corporate laws to limit organization, oversee stock testing, and tax burdens on all property. The public mind weighs inquiry before action.
The community remembers the late Colonel Henry A. Courem, commander of the Thirteenth, for his careful intelligent leadership and faithful devotion to duty. He proved himself a diligent, alert officer with a flawless record of fidelity and efficiency under difficult times.
The piece argues that interrogation over bribery is a spectacle designed for galleries, with few members likely to incriminate themselves. It notes limited progress from investigations, factional charges persist, and urges lawmakers to focus on lawmaking rather than theatrical probes. It also mentions Secretary Alger censuring Generals Miles and Tucek nridge over Inspector General beef investigations.
The piece laments Colonel Watterson’s stance on reform proposals including federal taxation, public ownership of franchises, and a reformed judiciary. It argues for a calm, conservative approach, criticizing sensational rhetoric and urging unity over divisive issues while highlighting public ownership as a key battleground.
The piece attacks the Democratic party as incoherent and unreliable after elections, cites opposition to free trade and graded income lines, and questions its ability to pursue the Watterson program honestly. It notes European worry over American market power and mentions Cuban army leaders endorsing Gomez, plus an appendix by Join Shermin.
A clipped editorial voice laments unsafe building design and questions voter alignment. It muses on fire safety, canned coal buyers, and the future of party loyalties among Bryanites and Belmontites while hinting at a long period to determine Democratic factions.
Statesman Crown of Westmoreland narrowly approached breaking the deadlock in the denatorial contest, coming close to a decisive alignment.
The piece praises regular soldiers and sailors for their courage and discipline, noting they come from all social ranks and remain steadfast in service. It recounts sightings of officers training both land and sea forces and cites a Red Cross worker who commends soldiers for their neat appearance, courtesy, and decency. The Tampa visit recalls regulars collecting pay and their presence filling streets and post offices as they bought money orders.
Professor i Kinapr of Weekingtonn Agriculture reports from the Philippines mission that sugar lands yield large profits due to soil quality and favorable climate. A man may farm sugar cane on small plots, hire labor for around $8 a month, and profits rise with well managed estates. Government schemes in Europe and fishing notes in Puerto Rico also appear alongside North Carolina appointments and Illinois efforts on crime penalties.
The piece notes that during liberty time after the Tampa encampment and the chase of Cervera, hundreds of sailors and Admiral Sampson’s ships faced no major disorder ashore. Only about two thousand men went ashore and six percent exceeded liberty, with nearly all returning to duty, illustrating strong character and discipline under patriotic public admiration.
A New York land buyer, James Taylor, fenced a summer home and park in Pine Hill. After courts ruled the tract valid, residents moved the house and barn, triggering an injunction and a clash over damages from personal injury law. A farmer’s tale of a meat and egg mix ends with a wooden leg woodpecker twist.
The Philadelphia Inquirer discusses Lackawanna County's high expense in emotion contests and praises the Erie plan as principle driven. The piece notes a Republican candidate declined a public contest to reverse a close defeat, arguing it would force costly investigations and line lawyers’ pockets.
A rustic speaker laments drought as he sings to coax rain. He endures sun and hunger, recalls a farmer’s passing, and insists his song will bring rain. The verse closes with James Whitcomb Riley’s attribution, reflecting rural weather lore and persistence.
Infants' garments in Silk, Cashmere, and Bedford Cord priced from 200 to 15 dollars. Infants' Long and Short Nainsook and Fine Lawn Dresses shown with a large assortment. New Babies' Fine Flannel and Knit Sacques Jackets Bootees and more all at popular prices.
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