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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1898
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune touts its telegraphic news as 3 to 5 hours fresher than Philadelphia or New York papers, with news arriving up to 3 a.m. or later. A note mentions a meeting to organize relief for dependent families of Levanton soldiers at the front and a Laissant ad line from the post office.
The article reviews limited allied setbacks near Cuban shores and the Spanish Cape Verde squadron's feint to lure Sampson and Schley. It argues patience for citizens, suggests delays may spark stronger support for invasion, and notes Washington’s possible concessions while preparations intensify under press and public sentiment.
The piece analyzes Joseph Chamberlain as a leading colonial secretary and considers the potential impact of an Anglo American alliance. It weighs trust between England and the United States, concerns about Russia’s position, and the role of public sentiment in shaping any diplomatic union.
The passage discusses tensions between Russia and the United States over liberty and constitutional rights. It envisions choices between distant powers should liberty clash with political principles, suggesting a future where nations face a moral decision between aligning with different regimes. The narrator argues against provoking conflict yet asserts resolve to defend shared values.
A broad commentary notes trade and finance largely steady despite the war with Spain. It cites buoyant prices for breadstuffs, rising flour costs, and strong steel and agricultural demand, while criticizing the Havana blockade and reconcentrado suffering, urging swift disbandment of rebel forces and cautious US action to aid starving Cubans.
A Saturday note from the Havanik correspondent to the New York Bun paints a dire scene in Havana with famine biting the rich and the poor already affected. The article recalls Spanish arrogance and mocks belief in General Weyler leading a 50 000 man descent to rescue failing plans.
The article lauds American youths volunteering for military service under the Theodore Roosevelt regiment. It argues the spirit crosses social classes, marks pride in voluntary enlistment, and contrasts private service with potential commissions. It cites the Civil War mobilization as a measure of national readiness and condemns luxury in contrast to duty.
Puzzles from the English post office reveal amusing misdirections as hotel names and foreign phrases inadvertently routed letters back to senders. Anecdotes include a maid copying a hotel letterhead, an envelope marked with "Miss Blank" at a French hotel, and a misaddressed note from a village post office about opera titles.
The Tribune Astrologer notes a child born today will notice changes. Admiral Bimpeon's ships are afloat at press time and potential afternoon shifts loom. The column jokes about local papers, consolidations, and a wary war rumor editor.
The notice urges customers that they can please you by buying at the same price as everyone else. It emphasizes equal pricing and a straightforward purchase approach.
A note on abrupt price cuts to shirt waists early in the season suggesting market shifts. The remark hints at changing conditions affecting listing prices without detailing specific shops or figures.
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