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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1898

Page

4

Republican Nominations List for State Offices

Republican nominations include Governor William A. Stone Lieutenant Governor J P Gobin Secretary of Internal Affairs James W Latta Superior Court Judges W W Porter W D Porter Congressman at Large Samuel A Venport Galubha A Grow with candidates listed for statewide offices and court positions.

William A. Stone J. P Gobin James W. Latta Superior Court W. W. Porter W. D. Porter Samuel A. Venport Galubha A. Grow

Contested District Names and Local Officials Listed

A fragment lists names for a senate and house races including Connell Gunester Roberta M D Burryeyor George Be Stevenson James C Vaughan and district representatives John R Farr N C Mackey John Fr Reynolds with party and district references. Further text appears damaged and partial.

Es Cree Connell Gal Gc F. W. Gunester, Croner John J. Roberts M. D. Burryeyor George BE. Stevenson Jiohn RF. Farr Orr J Heuer, JR N. C. Mackey Johen Fr. Reynolds

Pennsylvania Governor Candidate Seeks Reform and Duty

A candidate pledges to govern for all people, curb legislative abuses, reduce unnecessary state spending, and discharge duties honestly and modestly with God's help. He argues state issues rise above party and vows to seek broad approval through daily public service. The piece notes media scrutiny related to Alger and the searchlight.

Pennsylvania

Reid urges keeping Spain’s West Indies Cuba Included as U S Territory

In Century magazine, Hon. Whitelaw Reid argues for retaining Cuba Puerto Rico and Luzon as American territories and opposes immediate withdrawal from Cuba. He suggests eventual statehood for these islands, while critics warn it betrays public pledges and risks national stultification.

Century Magazine Whitelaw Reid Spanish West Indies Cuba Philippines Reid Mr. Reid United States Porto Rico Luzon Louisiana and Gadsden

General Wheeler Exercises Command At Montauk Point

The New York Sun reports General Wheeler took direct action on hospital affairs at Montauk Point. He summoned Colonel Forward and regimental surgeons to demand accurate daily medicine requisitions and ensure supplies, promising more stock and reporting most surgeons had adequate medicine except for food lack.

General Wheeler Montauk Point New York Sun Colonel Forward Wonda General Ames Colonel Forwood Dr. Woods Forwood

General Wheeler Demands Medical Supply Reforms and Telephone System

General Wheeler admonishes doctors for shortages and mismanagement at the hospital. He orders immediate steps to guarantee supplies and improve patient telephone inquiries, insisting an indexed patient log be used to track admissions and discharges. He emphasizes willpower and efficiency in hospital operations.

General Wheeler Colonel Forwood General Hospital Forwood Colonel Forwand

Havina paper urges Span iards in Cuba on internal improvements

The Havina paper urges Span iards in Cuba to implement internal improvements to prevent American jealousy. It assures readers that following the advice will keep Americans from feeling jealous or competitive.

Cuba

Conditions at Santiago Prompt Calls for Expanded Inquiry

The text attributes soldiers' hardships at Santiago to combat delays and supply issues, blaming the War Department for miscommunication on allowances and alleging widespread mismanagement. It cites letters from Colonel Henry Hall and testimonies from soldiers aboard ships like the Pennsylvania and Purbla, urging a thorough, impartial investigation to restore public trust and memory of the fallen.

Santiago Secretary of War Montauk Point War Department Washington Henry Hall Pittsburg Times Honolulu San Francisco Pennsylvania Themelves Grosvenor Black

Detachment of Schley’s Flying Squadron Pauses for Rest

The report suggests Schley’s detachments may be allowed to pause briefly to regain breath as part of the ongoing naval maneuver.

Schley

Times argues against retaining captured territory

The Los Angeles Times contends that keeping seized land could harm California, arguing losses in resources, border control, and regional stability outweigh any potential gains. The piece weighs political and economic consequences for the state and its residents.

The Los Angeles Times California

Inca Interests Clash With Beet Sugarists In Times Debate

The Times shows loyalty to Inca Interests while debating sugar policy and national destiny. General Coxey plans a country tour with a brass band, music, oratory, and trading stamps for sale. Governor Black accuses newspapers of knavery in dealing with Algerism, hinting at public life fatigue.

the Times Coxey Governor Black

Various Local Items Blend Summer News and Oddities

A collage of short, humorous snippets covers summer departures letters politics and odd notices. Highlights include admirals and professors conflicting views town governance chatter street repairs new papers aides and a mix of local personalities and whimsical events tied to a summer period.

Value and dangers of an Anglo American alliance

The speech rejects entangling alliances while stressing Pacific strategy. It argues the Philippines as vital to far eastern trade and U S dominance, linking Manila Bay and islands to a broad American security and economic perimeter across the Pacific. It warns a formal alliance would suppress national sovereignty and be purely military.

Europe Pacific England Russia Germany France London Paris Berlin St. Petersburg Philippines China America Indian Oceans Globe North America Insue Manila Bay Luzon Ladrones Samoa Hawaii Washington

Anglo Saxon unity and a trade alliance with Britain

The essay argues against permanent European alliances and urges a Britain America trade alliance. It contends that Anglo Saxon unity strengthens open markets, boosts exports, and preserves peace through arbitration. It cautions that curtailing British influence would throttle American commerce and that joint action could deter European rivals.

America Great Britain England United States Philippines Porto Rico Hawaii African Cape Colony Africa China Russia Wwe Germany Austria Europe France Ireland Scotland United Kingdom Weesmiptster Washington Asia Isles of the Sea

Derby Curtains and Drapery Goods Price Cut Listing

Drapery department advertises many curtain and fabric items with reduced prices. items include Derby Curtains from 1.69 to 2.98 and up, Chenille curtains from 1.98 to 2.89, various embroidered muslins and fish nets, Silkolines for Comfortables, Golden Draperies, Window Shades, Opaque Shades and Oil Opaque linen fringes, plus furniture coverings and interior decoration estimates.

Simpson's

Summer Footwear Sale Drives Russets Fast Sellout

Our annual July and August sale of Summer Footwear is now on. All our Russets must go. You need the shoes. We need room.

Lewis Reilly and Davies at 114 and 116 Wyoming Avenue

A listing notes the law firm of Lewis, Reilly and Davies located at 114 and 116 Wyoming Avenue. The entry identifies the firm name and two adjacent street numbers as the address for the offices.

Wyoming Avenue

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