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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1898
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune touts its rapid telegraphic network delivering news three to five hours fresher than Philadelphia or New York papers. It reports midnight press, updates up to 3.4 p.m., and notes a donation fund for ambulance support with further aid anticipated but unclear replies from correspondents.
The Scranton era relief plan, led by Atherton of the Hoard of Trade, would organize secret inquiries into families strained by volunteers and solicit monthly pledges to bar poverty from soldiers’ doors. Board of Trade support hinges on responsible leadership and transparent funds. Pittsburgh marks a $60,000 armory project as guardsmen are away at Mt. Chetna.
An editorial praises the Thirteenth regiment at Mt. Grew for nearly 100 percent voluntary service, noting many cannot enlist due to family obligations and mill or mine work. It argues against pressuring reluctant members, saying bravado harms citizenship and that three able citizens will volunteer to fill each vacancy.
In a divided view the text argues Queen Christina would grant the Spanish navy a chance at a glorious death at Ampertoun. It frames her as a modern hero willing to risk others blood for her country, while noting some doubt even among the Spanish sailors.
A discussion argues for and against United States annexation of the Philippines, weighing strategic, economic, and international consequences. It advocates guarding Pacific interests, annexing Hawaii as a stake, and possibly auctioning the Philippines to settle war expenses if Spain cannot indemnify. It references General Fitzhugh Lee Wheeler and broader imperial power dynamics.
The Syracuse Standard lauds Commodore Dewey’s leadership and the role of Annapolis training. It praises naval education for producing capable officers and intelligent crews whose knowledge and character enable strategic success at Manila Bay.
A fragment reflects on Admiral Dewey’s Manila harbor triumph and its impact on U S reputation abroad. It argues future entertainments abroad may reduce the need for Americans to seek civility, praises Dewey's fighting qualities, and suggests Spain’s fate hinged on different ships and crews, with Sampson and Gomex named in hopes of better results.
The column presents a May 4 horoscope with references to celestial signs及 a nautical narrative. It hints at a child born that day and invokes ships, sailors, and a Spanish link, wrapped in a dated period voice.
A man described as a Spanish spy was captured aboard the auxiliary cruiser St Paul at Cromp's shipyard. Captain Sigsbee ordered him held for the night after a scuffle near the powder magazine. The shipyard expects to leave tomorrow with crew nearly complete and ammunition aboard.
President Frank Thorween of the Pennsylvania railroad discussed troop transport and concentration points with Secretary Alger at the war department. Adjutant General Stewart said Pennsylvania began mustering on Monday and expected completion in about a week, with 104860 men to join the Vineroga showing. Congressmen and senators visited to check guard equipment and enlistment progress. officials expect full war strength of 61000 within a month.
Gordon Lawrence, about 18, of Philadelphia, visited a Quinton township farm owned by John Smith. After breakfast he did not return. hours later he left saying he was going home. Mrs Smith later found a missing jewelry box containing 1200 dollars, two gold watches, a ring, and a diamond fringe.
Mr and Mrs Smith alarmed their husband and began a search for Lawrence. At Quinton they learned a hired team was to take him to Bridgeton. The couple drove to Bridgeton where a warrant was issued and sent to Prosecutor Acton, who pursued Lawrence.
Washington May 4 senate in executive sessions confirmed all nominations of major generals sent by the president four majors from civil life James T Wilson Delaware Fitzhugh Lee Virginia William J Sowell New Jersey Joseph Wheeler Alma plus four major generals from the military appoints Breckenridge Elwell Coplinger Shutter Graham Wade Merriam and others were approved with remarks on General Wilson and character notes by Senators Bacon and Linday.
Rito Janeiro May 4. General Campos Salles opens Conereas with his presidental message. He says Britain may settle the Culana boundary question without arbitration. The president refuses renewal of the reciprocity treaty despite US requests due to losses in 1897 receipts and the adverse effects of foreign payment scrutiny, exchange rate decline, coffee prices, and internal political agitation.
On May 4 a collision within a broken freight train on a brow bridge over the Schuylkill River near Tamaqua caused the structure to collapse. Twelve cars loaded with cogs fell into the river while the engine cleared the span. crew unharmed. Wrecking crews from Reading, Tamaqua and Mahanoy Plane worked the scene as a temporary bridge could not be built until the next morning due to debris. Traffic detours via Pottsville route were established between Port Clinton and Shamokin.
Yellow fever expert John Guiteras departs Washington for Tampa and Cuba to accompany American forces. He will supervise sanitation measures to reduce infection risk and lower troop mortality if the fever breaks out. Philadelphia notices estate administration for Hermin A. Van Horn and references a seaman from the battleship Maine lost in Havana harbor.
The Brianton Times and The Times express hope no conflict with foreign foes will worsen. The Scranton Tribune joins in supporting the ambulance purchase and related public efforts to aid wounded from battle.
Early season prices listed for Fine Black Crepons at $1.00, 55 cents, and $2.24. W Plere s Meined Fine Covert Suiting offers tailor-made suits with good color range and strong selling potential.
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