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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1898
Page
4
The Scranton Tribune highlights its rapid telegraphic news service and up-to-the-minute reporting. It cites Representative John B. Parr’s standing in Harriburgh, praising his experience and activity, predicting his re election and noting a war impact on travel and economics.
The Tribune reports T H C Maloney urging action against northern city speakeasies. Indictments faltered before grand juries. common informers face contempt risks. Critics argue speakeasies drain public revenue and threaten health while remaining widespread and hard to curb.
A broad editorial sets out views on enforcing high license laws against illicit saloons, urging ward constables to report violations to courts and criticizing weak enforcement. It condemns tax burdens from lax enforcement and links temperance to public debt. The piece also discusses American imperialism, Washington’s Farewell Address, and calls for military readiness and civilian preparedness.
War fever sparks daily pursuit of fresh United Front headlines in Boston as citizens seek timely updates amid the mass conscriptions and alliance shifts. The tense climate presses newspapers to publish more brisk and targeted stories to satisfy public appetite.
The article, by a USDA statistician, analyzes Cuba trade before and during the latest insurrection, noting Cuba imports such as sugar and tobacco and exports like meats and breadstuffs. It argues trade declines signal U.S. need to intervene despite humanitarian concerns. The piece cites 1829 to 1907 figures, with sharp drops in imports and exports during the conflict and discusses broader implications for American commerce and policy.
The piece argues annexation would force American ships to dominate Philippines to United States trade, expanding Pacific routes and enabling direct exchange with Manila. It asserts protective policy would bar foreign competition, boost steamship lines, banking, and cargo flows, and reshape East-West trade toward America.
Amateur war makers vent strong opposition to professional strategies against Bollin. They scold, offer advice, and urge action, though their suggestions are largely ignored. Many amateurs were born during the last war, reflecting on prior conflict experience.
The piece blasts civilian and amateur planners for delaying naval actions in the war. It questions why Spanish ships remain afloat and why Havana and other targets were not captured. It argues for trained officers, a prepared army of occupation, and criticizes premature declarations of war.
The piece argues the United States differs from European powers and must rapidly expand both army and navy. It notes 600 men in Tampon and 85,000 muster but untrained, armed with antiquated rifles, with no ready army after four weeks of war. It warns a first class fleet needs a first class army to deter Europe and criticizes Congress for delaying expansion.
The British empire is described as 53 times the size of France, 52 times Germany and 3.5 times the United States. It spans 11,000,000 square miles and holds a fifth of the globe with about 3,000,000 people. It covers four continents, 20,000 islands, 400 promontories and 208 rivers.
A Buffalo Times item mocks a Madrid reported line about President McKinley. The piece cites El Diario of Madrid claiming William McKinley was naturalized as Chinese born in Canton, presenting the misstatement with ironic humor.
Military inspectors praise the Penner ivanry volunteers as the finest equipped force to date aiding the wars. The report notes organization discipline and readiness across states and units.
Fragmentary report quotes city treasurer and others discussing a mysterious incident. The Washington Star fragment mentions a lead quarter and a citizen struck by an unseen event. Names and exact roles are unclear due to OCR damage.
We have a fresh bulk consignment of white and decorated china and porcelains. See the latest dinner tea and toilet sets with price advantages from buying direct and in large quantities from the manufacturer.
The ad proclaims seven portfolio publications titled Uncle Sam's Navy, celebrating naval strength and prompting public interest in military resources. Subscriptions cost 25 cents for the full set, while single portfolios sell for 10 cents each with seven issues available now for immediate delivery.
The note invites customers to explore available goods and asserts universal pricing. It emphasizes equal value for all shoppers and suggests a welcoming display of merchandise to attract buyers.
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