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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1898

Page

4

Missouri Executive Officials Line Up for 1901 Session

The document lists state leaders Governor William A. Stone Lieutenant Governor J P Gobin Secretary James W Latt Superior Court member W W Porter D Porter at large Samuel A Davenport Galupba Grow among names recorded for the state's 1901 lineup and offices.

William A. Stone J. P Gobin Nee James W. Latt Wee Superior Court W. W. Por. D. Porter Samuel A. Davenport Galubha A. Grow

Court Officials Named in Local Government Ledger

Congress-WILLIAM CONNELL. Judge F. W. GUNSTER, Coroner-JOHN J. ROBERTS, M. Surveyor-GEORGE B. STEVENSON.

Congress William Connell F. W. Gunster John J. Roberts George B. Stevenson

Senate House Districts Named In State Balloting

The Senate Twentieth District names James C Vaughan in the House First District John R Farr Second District John Scheuer Jr Third District N C Mackey Fourth District John F Reynolds as the district assignments listed for the election slate.

Senate Twentieth Dist James C. Vaughan John R. Farr John Scheuer, JR N. C. Mackey John F. Reynolds

Pennsylvania Governor Vision Promises Unity and Reform

The candidate vows to serve all Pennsylvanians, end partisan abuses in the legislature, and curb costly investigations. He cites a clean treasury under Republican rule and pledges honest daily public duty to win broad public approval with God’s help.

Pennsylvania

Ice Fund for Camp Meade Volunteers Urges Continued Donations

The piece argues war tax contributors should aid soldier comfort in fever camps, noting ice is not supplied by the government and is urgently needed at Camp Meade. It praises the Pennsylvania volunteers, urges ongoing contributions to the Ice Fund for the Thirteenth, and promises thoughtful use of funds for ice and other comforts.

Uncle Sam Camp Meade Pennsylvania War Department

Spain's Madrid Dispatch Sees Acceptance of U.S. Demands

A Madrid dispatch notes the Spanish public appears convinced that Spain must yield to U.S. demands. The writer commends Spain on its apparent new wisdom and willingness to concede.

Madrid Spain United States

Reflection on the Last Legislature and Its Good Laws

The piece argues critics unfairly condemn the last Pennsylvania legislature. It highlights 1857 laws, including forests protection and banks paying interest on state funds, noting Republicans passed and implemented these measures without critic support. It stresses accountability and credit for positive outcomes.

Pennsyvania Pennsylvania House Senate

Laws Aimed at Sweat Shops and Social Reforms

Pennsylvania's legislature enacted measures regulating labor conditions for women and children, cleanliness in dairy products, eight hour work days for state and municipal employers, and protections against quackery. The piece notes broad support for these laws despite some personal party grievances and praises General Gobin's reception at Camp Sherman.

Republican Party Pennsylvania William A. Stone Williams’ Grove

County Fairs Brace for Revenue Tax Burden

The new revenue law charges county fairs 19 and other shows 10 each. The defunct Lackawanna county fair faced ruin if taxed, as the prize cow ate the pumpkin and burned the display. This year such catastrophe is not feared.

Lackawanna County

General Shafter Rumored to Take Large Quinine Dose

Reports claim General Shafter took a forty grain quinine Sunday night to equal his own strength. He is reported alive, but the news has likely grown with Montauk demand for details.

Shafter Montauk

Kitchener and Typhoid Death Stir Debate on Dervishes

England pursues harsh policy in Africa while Sir Herbert Kitchener is likened to a Dewey figure in desert affairs. The death of Lieutenant Stacey at Montauk from typhoid raises questions about whether violent athleticism weakens the constitution. Stacey was a renowned West Point football star whose collapse sparks medical debate.

Sir Herbert Kitchener Dewey Desert Stacey Montauk West Point

Controversy and War Talk Fill Sunday Columns

The piece surveys political divisions in Pennsylvania, praises the Rough Riders, notes New York ice prices, and highlights bank reserves and naval reforms after the Cuban conflict. It references traditional figures such as Stone, Miles, Kitchener, and McKinley while commenting on baseball decline and royal tensions.

Daily Horoscope Drawn by Amaccus in The Tribune

The Tribune astrologer Amaccus offers a dated horoscope for Wednesday September 7 18. The notes mention Osman Digon escaping again and a clean pair of heels attributing luck to charm. The piece jokes about soldiers fees and a Trocha on Meridian Street with General Bhafter as a fat soldier. Amaccus advises never let another man tell your fish story if you seek fame.

Amaccus the Tribune Astrologer Osman Digon Oaman Alger Meridian Street General Bhafter

Trade Opportunities in Cuba and Puerto Rico

The treasury bureau of statistics reports strong U S interest in Cuba and Puerto Rico trade tied to imports and future demand. It notes average annual imports of about 60 million dollars over a decade with Spain, the United States, and Britain as main sources. Spain’s share stayed high due to merchant influence and tariff terms, and tables list chief exported articles in pesetas for 1816 and 1696 with peseta value set at 19.3 cents.

Cphe Cuba Porto Rico United States Treasury Bureau of Statistics Bureau of Statisticas Ite Spain England Germany France Great Britain Bureau of Statistics EPAIN Mhay Mtra

Duty of the Insurgents in Cuba and the Philippines

A Philadelphia Times editorial argues the Cuban and Philippine insurrections justified and provoked by Spanish oppression. It asserts U S intervention has secured gains for insurgents, but requires military authority to stabilize Porto Rico Cuba and the Philippines until peace and safety are ensured. The piece insists insurgents must submit to U S authority to achieve lasting freedom and order.

Philadelphia Times Cuba Philippines United States Spain Porto Rico

Mind Over Nation in Cuba Crisis Echoes Social Evolution

The piece argues Benjamin Kidd’s theory of social evolution misses the driver of great change. It credits spontaneous societal momentum for Cuba’s liberation and Porto Rico’s fate, noting McKinley’s hesitation and Harvard figures hoping to avoid intervention while history proceeds.

Chicago Record Benjamin Kidd Mr. Kidd Cubs Cuba Porto Hico America McKinley Kheep Eliot Harvard Norton

Stone's Popularity Grows as He Counters Arguments

From the Elmira Advertiser, Colonel Stone campaigns in Pennsylvania. He speaks against opposing views on the stump, refutes Republican arguments, and gains support. The piece lauds his high character, intellectual strength, and a record that makes him a leading Pennsylvania statesman.

Elmira Colonel Stone Pennsylvania

Willie Bryan Speech Recalled as Landwagon Turns Dray

The Maryville Tribune notes Willie Bryan would give up most gate receipts to recall his opposition to retaining the Philippines. What he thought was a Landwagon has proven to be a dray.

Willie Bryan Omaha Philippines Willie

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