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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1898
Page
1
A Port de Paix dispatch dated Saturday reports furious cannonading heard on the north of Cuba last Thursday and continuing Saturday. The sound may stem from eastern Cuba with Spaniards claiming Guantanamo bombardment by American ships, amid telegraph disruptions.
Lloyds agent in Para Brazil reports three American battleships including the Oregon arriving at 6 am from Rio Janeiro. The Oregon Marietta and Nictheroy were tracked north from Bahia with slow progress. Key West reports confirm the Oregon has not yet reached port.
Reportage notes wide belief that the Spanish government possesses important information from Cuba though its content is not disclosed. An alleged British note requesting explanation of troop concentrations near Gibraltar is officially denied.
Officers aboard a U S cruiser arriving at Key West report a terrific explosion heard near Cape San Antonio Cuba yesterday afternoon. An upheaval of water surrounded the ship and the vessel vibrated from stem to stern. Some believe it was an earthquake, noting no nearby batteries could explain a detonation of that magnitude. If a naval disaster had occurred, news would have reached Key West.
Kingston Jamaica May 24 No warships were seen in the neighborhood of Mole St Nicolas or elsewhere by the Haytien gunboat Crete A Pierot which arrived here today from Port au Prince.
A 40 Cuban expedition aboard the Florida departed Port Tampa for Cuba after drills led by Cuban General Lacret and US Colonel Dorst. The group, including officers and Cuban soldiers, headed toward Fort Tampa then embarked as censorship restricted news. Nunet, stationed at Key West, will command the next expedition.
Harrisburg hosts the forty fifth annual Knights Templars of Pennsylvania conclave with thousands in attendance. Visitors arrive and receive hospitality from local commanderies at Scottish Rite Hall and other venues. Governor Hastings plans a reception, a Cheatnut Street session, and an Allegheny Commandery drill with a later dance.
A Shanghai message from Associated Press correspondent notes Chinese sympathy and growing praise for President McKinley amid wartime tensions. The cable suggests favorable views toward U.S. leadership as events unfold.
The text describes global mediation around the Spain and United States clash, noting strong support among Chinese, British, and American residents for humanitarian action. It reports Hong Kong Shanghai and Tientsin as key centers with fleet movements, and mentions President McKinley’s cautious stance amid commercial interests and public opinion.
A. D. I filed in Northampton county court for an injunction and receiver against Bushnell Manufacturing Co and officers J. M. Bushnell and KB Bushnell. W & Pullman and John J. Voorhees accuse mismanagement after a $190,000 capitalization and $50,000 contributed by investors used for dividends. The court postponed receiver appointment and set dates for replies.
Letters from Ha Vang dated May 10 report meat scarcity in Havana with pork and other meats hard to find. Autonomists push Spanish sentiment, while some admit errors. Antonio Gavin, Interior Secretary, says he was deceived in Washington about a Cuban cabinet offer. Crevin ends up blocked in Havana, threatening Atlanta’s blockade.
Kingston dispatch reports New York Evening World that military authorities have been informed of a signed Anglo American defense treaty and foresee an imminent war crisis affecting Jamaica.
In Philadelphia on May 2 a per curiam decision confirms judgments in several Commonwealth matters. Lehigh Valley Railroad and related entities win or have rulings affirmed by the court. Judgments involve the city of Williamsport and other firms across multiple counties through January terms and earlier dates.
May M Hevonn Collector HM and A M Mouck of Lehanen named chief stamp deputy replacing Jumer Magee of New Hieamffield as Democrat. Change effective June 1.
Philadelphia hosts a May parade by Tish societies and Irish groups to mark the centennial anniversary of the uprising in Ireland. Spectators gather to witness civic and political participation amid commemorative activities across city venues.
San Francisco May 22 The First California Volunteers depart for Manila under Col. J F Smith aboard City of Pekin to join Brig Gen Anderson as advance brigade leader. The Monterey bound for the Philippines faces dry dock before sailing, with Pennsylvanias volunteers due in port. Crocker Woolworth Bank offers to advance pay for officers sailing.
Washington dispatch lists names including Original-Biou Fitch Athens Bradford Ho Newton Weaver Wilkes-Barre Increae Henry Soliwonk Anustinville Bradford with bets 3 to 1 Php Bhowalter Everett Brailford 10 2 Joseph Smith Milian Bradford £ 12 to 817. The fragmentary item records wagers and person names, lacking clear event or outcome.
Reports describe French and Spanish naval activity near Mole Br Nich alae and at Tura Brazil with ships like Thrace warships. Major General William M. Gha. Ham assumes command of Cunp Alger. British steamer Ardnamore captured, and privateers contemplated. Casualties include Private William Hearnie and J M Colcolough in a train wreck. An Anglo American defensive treaty is noted at Kings Town. Captain Chechamps receives naval merit from the Queen Regent of Spain. Poor Spanish prisoners are being exchanged from Atlanta.
The British steamer Aldborough, arriving at Porto Rico from Methil Scotland, reports an American cruiser captured a Spanish bark north of San Juan on a Saturday morning. The report also notes a separate incident near San Juan de Porto Rico with the cruiser Isahey VW firing on the British steamer Roath, claimed accidental by Isabel II officers.
Washington May 23 The Senate devoted five hours to the war revenue measure with speeches by Clinton Clem Lodge Turley and others. The discussion focused on corporate taxes and the Volume taxes with few decisive actions taken. The day also covered District of Columbia legislation and two bills addressing volunteer military issues were passed.
In New York the Friends gathered for their annual meeting to protest the war between the United States and Spain. Reports from Philadelphia Baltimore and Genesee described a desire to uphold pacifist testimony and oppose two Christian nations warring, highlighting the century end as blotted by this conflict.
The British steamer Ardamber, seized on suspicion of attempting to run a blockade, was released by order of Commodore Remey. The ship was overhauled near Carysfort Light, off Florida, more than 100 miles north of Key West. Captain Dana protested to the British consul, who briefed the commodore. the affair is considered closed. The Ardamber departed New York May 17 bound for Tampico via Nassau with general merchandise.
A Daily Chronicle dispatch from Barcelona reports that a regiment of 1,000 soldiers was taken from Cadiz yesterday for the Canaries or the Philippines. The note adds that two trans Atlantic liners are now in port.
Report summarizes a statement by Senator Alitsoti about a new ruling effective midweek. It tightens tax or fee on certain materials, applies to items over three pounds per thousand, and excludes lighter items. Details remain unclear due to garbled OCR.
Adjutant General Corbin announced late tonight that advice from the state camp indicates 107701 volunteers have been mustered into U S service.
In Athens a fifteen round fight ended in a draw between Hill Smith of Boston and Charley Johnson of this city. Smith showed a repeat of the bout but could not secure a victory as the decision stood unresolved.
Paris May 2 The new chamber of deputies is made up of 1 Republicans 1 Hadalents 74 Socialist Radicals 0 clericals 1 Ballides 44 Reactionaries and 6 Free Leagues with varied party representation across the body.
A May forecast from Washington notes warmer conditions and decreasing cloudiness for western Pennsylvania. Southwesterly winds are expected, with fair skies and rising temperatures across the region.
The Navy Department reports no dispatches about the moratorium or imminent engagement, while Madrid debates the flag issue with U S warships. Spain’s possible privateering drawn into British French German interests. U S force buildup and recruitment figures cited, plus French gesture regarding Washington gallery portrait.
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The morning dispatch reports warm weather with southwestern winds and rapid military and court developments. It notes first volunteers sailing for Alanila and Spain, police actions against shoplifters, a German battalion convention, and ongoing legal proceedings in Scranton and surrounding suburbs.
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