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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1898
Page
5
The Scranton Tribune charges its telegraphic news is three to five hours fresher than Philadelphia and New York papers. It goes to press after midnight while reporting news up to 3 a.m. or later, ensuring all coverage is new.
The Tribune announces it will publish ongoing news bulletins from Washington and Madrid on the Cuban issue. After delays are overcome, a complete bulletin telegraphic service will provide prompt updates throughout the day for the public to stay informed on this major subject.
The American Peace Society of Boston urges President McKinley and Congress to pursue peace with Spain in Cuba while acknowledging the need for military readiness. The piece argues that while pacifism is noble, a strong navy and defense may be required, contrasting U S restraint with England’s naval spending and urging steadfast policy toward Spain.
A fragment quoted political rhetoric contrasts Cuba’s demand for liberty with Spain’s firm grip, accusing Madrid of hostile diplomacy as Cuban suffering and war hardships are invoked to argue for independence and support against imperial restraint.
A fragmented historical snippet discusses U S policy toward liberation from Spain and notes growing disillusion with Philadelphia politics. It cites rhetoric about aiding a subject people, preserving a vision, and the possible fall of a ruling dynasty as ideological stakes in a broader imperial argument.
The nation urges immediate Cuban independence with resolutions in Congress. War is acceptable if Spain refuses freedom for Cuba, reflecting broad patriotic support. Debate echoes the Maine incident as Spain faces potential reparations and accountability.
The piece surveys Spain’s evolving stance toward Cuban insurgents from brutal repression to offers of autonomy and amnesty while insurgents cling to independence. It notes leaders like Maceo and Gomez, mass casualties in the Ten Years War, and quotes Cuban envoy Jose Quesada asserting independence is non negotiable. It adds Maine court ruling on spite walls and mentions Manzanillo shortages and festive funding in Havana.
The excerpt critiques judicial tampering with lynching talk, compares race schooling in Louisiana, and cites political stances on Maine and national defense. It notes Judge Bradley's slip, calls for impeachment debates, and mentions Philadelphia Keely motor controversy while urging caution amid war excitement.
The analysis argues the court's findings prove a single explosion caused the Maine disaster and that both internal and external causes are ruled out. It praises President McKinley for restrained, dignified handling and Spain's responsibility, urging patience and united action.
A historic note claims Porto Rico could have shifted to King Philippe of France for 2 million dollars but the deal collapsed as the French ruler pressed for a discount. It asserts that honor and Spanish honor hold little weight now versus the past.
The article analyzes the Pelayo against the Indiana, noting Pelayo’s lighter displacement and weaker armament though similar armor. It compares the armored cruiser España Carlos V with Brooklyn and Spain’s fleet against U S ships Monterey Puritan Terror Amphitrite Minutonomus Monadnock, arguing the United States holds superiority in coastwise vessels and overall naval strength.
The Philadelphia Ledger urges a closer approach to uniformity in election laws and voter qualification. It notes no two states have identical rules and that partisan interests shape legislation, with a national remedy only possible via constitutional amendment, which is unlikely given current party stances.
The store advertises the most complete lines of ladies and misses wash fabrics including Madras Chambrays silk striped and plaid French Ginghams and Belsey from 47 cents. It also features ladies silk waists and skirts in new shades and plaids at low prices.
A brief ad noting a shop will specialize in footwear and related fittings. It emphasizes that shoes are the sole focus of the business, using phrases about fitting feet and dedicated service.
In buying a brass bedstead, ensure the brass is seamless and the frame steel. They claim low cost compared with open seamless tubing rivals, with high finish and lacquered surfaces. The advertisement notes new Spring Patterns now on exhibition.
A poetic voice urges kin and countrymen to seek direct talks and enduring bonds. It proclaims loyalty among free peoples, calls for unity against oppression, and envisions solidarity across nations with symbols of Shamrock and Rose.
Spain refuses to part with Cuba claiming national honor would be sullied by a business sale. The Inter-Ocean notes Spain deems Castilian honor priceless and immune to any sale or compromise in the matter.
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