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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1898
Page
7
Ew Bazaar advertises Ladies and Gents silk string ties at 3 for 25 cents, pique and silk puff scarfs 25 cents, men's shirts 48 cents, laundered percales 48 cents, mottled shirts 25 cents, hose 3 for 25 cents, heavy ribbed hose 16 cents, lisle hose 25 cents, wash gloves 69 cents, children's caps 10 12 and 45 cents, boys caps 15 cents, combo suits 25 cents, ribbons at low prices, largest assortment in city.
The Tribune’s telegraphic service is three to five hours fresher than Philadelphia or New York papers. Those papers press at midnight, while The Tribune receives news up to 3 a.m. and sometimes later, delivering new reports while still fresh.
A Scranton council debate centers on banning new underground phone lines for a competing firm. Proponents cite cost savings, better service, and consumer choice, while opponents defend the incumbent company and its franchise rights. The discussion touches on city control, competition, and public utilities policy.
The piece argues war reporting relies on multiple trained observers to reconstruct events, delivering accurate, multi source detail. It stresses observers' independence from bias and the duty to report the truth, presenting a realistic cinematic outline of actions, fleets, and battles.
The piece chronicles how news moved from seven weeks late for Waterloo to rapid dispatch via telegraph and submarine cable. It praises war correspondents like Sir William Howard and Archibald Forbes, notes authorities' views, and laments misuses of physiology in schools and the dangers of guiding texts.
A fragment from an Irish Nationalist address denounces British influence in American affairs and urges repudiation of British protection. It cites the Monroe Doctrine and calls for American sovereignty, contrasting it with European meddling and imperial policy. The piece also notes a State Medical Society finding on physiology education and teacher competence.
The piece argues the US Navy must act promptly against Cervera’s forces near Cuba. It critiques Washington strategy as slow and urges aggressive pursuit, noting Dewey’s Manila feat and Lampoon’s advantage. It covers various topics from snakes in New Jersey farms to jokes about Prince Bismarck and Indiana troops shaving faces.
The piece argues Congress must fund a larger army and proper equipment, not just men. It cites the delay in provisioning rifles uniforms and transport as fatal flaws, urging a sizable reserve force and naval stores to confront sudden war, warning against improvisation.
New York Mail and Express discusses Bermuda as a territory with a small land area of nineteen square miles and a long ownership history. It notes Bermuda's tight commercial links, exports and imports in relation to major markets, and that financially Bermuda holds little value to England.
The text outlines the strategic value of Hawaii and Pacific islands, detailing distances to U S ports and potential wartime routes. It argues Hawaii anchors defense in the central Pacific, urging Congress to fortify and arm the Bermuda-like stronghold to deter rival powers and protect western cities.
The piece describes the Associated Press as a vast news network serving 2400 daily newspapers and membership papers. It outlines a global wire system of day and night lines covering North America Europe and parts of Asia and Africa. It notes offices in London Paris and other capitals plus territories in New South Wales Egypt and Japan.
In a terse verse, shadows drift over Havana as distant lights blink beyond Morro. The poem laments menacing gleams that may lure ships away, leaving the fleet unable to follow. A haunting motif of night and guarded harbor returns.
In this early ad copy a footwear retailer proclaims expertise in fitting feet and urges customers to visit their stores for properly fitted summer footwear. The message emphasizes professional fitting over mere selection.
A Detroit Free Press excerpt relays Jabson describing refining a poor woman’s request for a small sum, leading to a sleepless night. Matson questions the woman’s identity and Jabson confirms it was his wife.
The 1804 horoscope notes a child born that day will see a new ultimatum in the circulation war. Scranton Columbia Cavalry may join Teddy Roosevelt’s Rough Riders. Some Scranton coal miners joke about circulation while weather dominates mood. Mawnee Bill’s show drew crowds amid fresh frost in Scranton yesterday. Weylar is expected to bring an army of 66.04 to the United States after the rainy season ends. The month of roses and open street carée approaches.
A concise note invites action and exploration of available offerings. It urges visitors to discover items and services, promising straightforward access and helpful guidance for new customers.
Bulk carload of White and Decorated China and Porcelains shown with latest designs in Dinner Tea and Toilet Sets. Prices available only when goods are bought in large quantities direct from the manufacturer.
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