This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1898
Page
5
The Tribune offers news three to five hours fresher than Philadelphia or New York papers. It goes to press after midnight with updates until 3 a.m. ensuring readers receive the news while it is new. The text references Harvard and Princeton faculties amid confused lines.
In a fragmented plea the author urges swift national action and broad volunteer support to ease famine and economic distress. The message stresses shared sacrifice, criticizes inaction, and appeals to citizens and organizations to join relief efforts for families and communities facing severe need.
The cabinet met to discuss Maniin dictation and Cuba policy. It asserts strong commitment to Cuban independence and denies seeking indemnity, while warning against bellicose actions and stressing decisive, rapid victory.
A reflective piece argues for peace and equal terms after war, praising restraint toward enemies while aiming to avoid entangling alliances. It notes expectations that hostilities may last only weeks and highlights historic wars as examples of unselfish, humanitarian motives, then hints at political caution toward a British parliament aide.
The piece argues Spain could launch a last stand with its fleet, a move seen as brave yet foolhardy, potentially ending the Cuban crisis swiftly. It contends such action might free Spain and influence American sailors, while warning of broader chaos and calls for humane reform in animal cruelty. The passage also notes astrological musings and urges watchfulness for Spain's decisive move within two weeks.
The Tribune Astrologer Ajacchus casts for May 4 and predicts a playful yet periled future for a Manila event. A Spanish denier brags of daring but fails to impress as sea exploits and war talk dominate the era.
Correspondent describes Spanish seamen aboard the captured steamship Miguel Jover near Key West dining on seven courses with champagne and cigars while US officials visit. Captain Bil and officers praise humane treatment, though tensions with local Cubans and possible fate of prisoners raise questions for authorities.
Gamblers from Seattle arrived at the First regiment of Washington troops camp grounds Sunday and tried to operate shell and similar games. An officer ordered the area cleared. two gamblers drew revolvers but were overpowered and detained. Prisoners were taken to the county jail with four posting bail and four remaining in bail.
A Washington Post style critique argues journalism influences war policy with expert advisers and instant guidance. It mocks reliance on a superb press presence while noting generals await strategic insight and public support for swift Havana action. The piece satirically envisions journalism as omniscient in wartime.
The Cleveland Leader notes a tense alert near Morro Castle with mention of a mash and a hot upheaval approaching. Remnants of the Maine Down are reported nearby as forces prepare to strike, and Old Glory may fly over Morro Castle once the affair ends.
A compact classified notice offers a jet item described as English Silecililene, four inches wide in black and brown, priced at a special sale rate. The ad notes regular 0 cent quality and lists a three cent price.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.