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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1897
Page
1
The Hawaiian annexation treaty was formally signed in the State Department with Secretary Sherman and Hawaiian officials present. The document awaits Senate ratification for the United States while Hawaii’s future legal and economic ties are outlined and potential opposition noted.
In Washington the United States and Hawaii signed a treaty to make Hawaii part of the U.S. if ratified. Present were Special Commissioner Lorin Thurston and assistants Atlee and Cridler from the American side and Minister Hatch with Thurston and Kinney for Hawaii. Secretary Sherman signed the American copy. a gold pen was used by Hawaiian representatives for all signatures.
Special Telegram to The Times reports Sossie De Peano, 47, leaped from a moving train between Princeton Junction and Trenton, attempting to flee a one year sentence for assault at the New Jersey Penitentiary. Officer Calhoun Orr of Morristown Jail led the escape bid. Police were notified after the incident.
Turkiye troops move arms to Othrys Heights and plant artillery in the burned Convent of Anaseliia. Turkish scouts patrol the neutral ground between Greek forces at night, stirring Greek distrust.
From Constantinople on June 15 ambassadors presented to the Turkish government a border plan for Greece and Turkey. The scheme, prepared by military attaches during a Thessaly visit, outlines frontier limits between the two nations.
Daniel Kennedy, 39, lineman for Kensington Electric Company, died after grabbing a live wire while tapping an alternating circuit atop a pole at Girard avenue and Otis street. The accident drew over 1,000 onlookers as emergency crews shut off current and lowered his body. Kennedy, an Irish immigrant with two brothers in the city, left a widow and two children.
Paris reports say four more bombs or infernal machines were discovered in the past month while President Faure traveled to the races at Longchamps. An explosion at the Place de la Concorde damaged the statue balustrade. police traced two men seen fleeing. No arrests by midnight.
In John S. Shriver’s trial for refusing to answer before a Senate committee, counsel argues journalism is a profession and editors are exempt from revealing confidential sources. Judge Bradley notes no necessity to disclose sources. Arguments close tomorrow with a likely jury verdict of not guilty.
The Times receives a formal thank you from Perry S. Heath of the United States Post Office Department. He expresses appreciation for the Universal Postal Congress visit to Philadelphia and the newspaper coverage and entertainment provided by The Times. He credits the editor and committee with an outstanding send-off.
Police release a physical description of a missing person: about 5 feet 6 inches tall with black moustache and black hair. He wore dark clothing and a blouch hat, aiding identification by witnesses.
Two proprietors, Sidney Yeardly and sister Kate Yeardly, were severely burned and two firemen injured when a naphtha explosion at a cleaning and dyeing shop on Eighth Avenue caused a blaze. Kate Yeardly suffered severe facial and hand burns with possible death. Sidney burned but likely to survive.
Tewfik Pasha says Turkish foreign affairs plans will be presented to the Sultan and Cabinet. The text notes a boundary issue with Thessaly and implies a demand that Turks relinquish any claims in the region.
Heavy gales hit the north of England and Scotland with a terrible storm. Liverpool bears the worst impact as Nelsons flagship the Foudroyant is driven ashore and feared lost while touring the coast as a show ship.
John W. Foster, the United States Commissioner, started for London today. It is understood that his mission has been successfully accomplished.
Secretary Honey of Barney Barnato's companies calls Mrs Blackman's Ohio claim to be Barnato's daughter preposterous, noting Barnato was married only once. The remark came from London on June 16.
Roland Israel Gideon Barnett a Montreal money broker asserts he is the brother of the late Barney Bar Nato and intends to claim a portion of the estate.
A busy Philadelphia day features a 2 P M joint meeting of the Select Council, an Anti Cobden Club outing to Juniata Park, a municipal band concert in Dickinson Square, and a Downtown Club opening in the Bullitt Building. George School commencement in Newtown and a 10 A M Common Council session. First Regiment Band concert at Belmont Mansion Pavilion and Lawyers Club smoker at 1326 Walnut. Polo tournament day four at Bala. Professional Photographers Club meet at 118 North Twelfth in the evening. Presbyterian church excursion to Grenloch and Ladies United Aid Society meeting at 1018 Arch Street at 3 P M.
In Atlantic City on Atlantic avenue early today Jacob Miller tailor of Arctic and Georgia avenues was struck by a buggy driven by Julius Lawe colored. Miller was thrown and severely cut with a broken arm. he died not. Laws was arrested and alleged intoxication and reckless driving.
General Rebillot aged 75 fought a sword duel this afternoon with M. Camille de St Croix, author of a coup d etat article. Rebillot was wounded above the eye in the field of honor on June 16 in Paris.
Harry Smith a Jayne building watchman on Chestnut Street was found dead at his post shortly after midnight by fellow watchman Daniel Ogden. He was 54, believed to have died of natural causes possibly heart disease, with a widow and son surviving. The inquest returned the verdict of sudden death.
The forecast for Thursday in Pennsylvania New Jersey and Delaware calls for fair weather then afternoon thunderstorms. Southwest winds are expected with temperatures from yesterday noted as reference.
A series of city court actions include James Graham in a theft case from Baltimore with a gold watch and chain. several colored defendants held for court for burglary at Browning King Co.. Mrs. Mary Woods held on $600 bail for injuring Sarah Ardis in a row. Charles Holt faces $1000 bail for assault and threats. Others include David Watkins wanted in Bucks County for burglary and a 14 year old stepdaughter case with Charby.
Wealthy Tennesseean C D Collins lured by Martin Ensley to a Missouri resort and bludgeoned with a hammer. $6000 stolen while Collins lay unconscious. Witnesses Charles Feller and a gardener saw the assault. Ensley denied all, later identified as the attacker by Collins.
Excelsior Fireworks advertises best assortment in America at lowest prices and directs shoppers to Miller's store located on South Third Street for a wide selection and bargains.
The article notes annexation benefits for distant island residents who can now buy clothing from Perry's with freight prepaid. It highlights nationwide delivery to all states and territories, promising thousands of spring and summer suits in seasonable materials priced from seven fifty.
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