Lovers in Jail as Voter Protest Signals Turbulent Times
Mrs. Hattie E Fraunfelter of Scranton faced arrest in New York with ball player Sam Crane amid a tumultuous marriage to Dr. Lockerson of Freehold New Jersey begun when she was 14 Her tale of abuse sparked a divorce suit and a dramatic return to Scranton where Crane and Fraunfelter are jailed after their June indictment for grand larceny and receiving stolen money A crowd of about 500 greeted their train arrival at the Dackawanns avenue Station before officers moved them to the county jail
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Hattie E. Fraunfelter
New York
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Dr. Lockerson
Freehold
N. J
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Charley
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Whyte
Franklin Avenue
Ruit
Dne
Sherif Fahey
Dackawanns Avenue
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Bers
Dismay in Johnstown as State work nears withdrawal
Dispatch reports Governor Beaver guaranteed funds nearly spent, signaling imminent withdrawal of State workers. Residents fear serious consequences, while two more bodies were recovered from cellars. An impostor who took jewelry from a jeweler was arrested and bound over for court as authorities seek recovered goods. Police urge return of items found in debris. those who fail face prosecution.
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Beaver
Adams Express Office
Ss Poe
Murder on the Annie L stirs lynch fear opposite East Liverpool
A fight on the Annie L boat on the Virginia side left English pugilist Jack Lee dead from a shotgun wound after a dispute with John Lasley. Lasley surrendered after consulting a lawyer as threats of lynching spread among Lee’s friends. Lee’s wife, daughter of a prominent local man, is jailed alongside Lasley and his wife on the incident. The boat is linked to the Steubenville cornp planter tale and there is talk of burning the vessel tonight amid public outrage.
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Steubenville
Westmoreland Faces Texas Fever Outbreak in Cattle
Special telegram reports deadly cattle disease spreading in Westmoreland County. Known as splenic or Texas fever, the illness has caused several farmers to lose livestock, including eight cows for Samuel Pool of New Stanton and four or five cattle for Weible Bros. near Greensburg. Authorities investigate transmission from a western cattle carload as veterinarians seek control measures.
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New Stanton
Weible Bros
Here
Reves Aeenenidge
Phil Tate
Brione Leni Batardey
Pigeon Thief Captor Shot by Own Revolver
Frank Somson of Nanticoke attempted to ambush pigeon thieves by rigging a revolver at a barn door. The weapon discharged when he opened the door and the bullet struck his breast near the heart. He died this evening in Wilkes-Barre.
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Wilkesbarre
Frank Somson
Nanticoke
Drowned While Boating In Swatara Creek
Rev. J. A. Barnitz a retired minister and Charles L Carpenter of Philadelphia were drowned in Swatara creek at Middletown this morning while fishing the boat they occupied capsized. Bodies have been recovered.
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Charles
Carpenter
Philadelphia
Swatara
Middletown
Colored voters in Ohio revolt against Republicans over jobs
A statewide protest by Ohio's colored voters threatens Republican gains as a Xenia convention plans an ultimatum over distribution of offices. In Findlay, the Charles Sumner Protective Club denounces snubs by party bosses and vows to hold balance of power this fall. Advices say state leaders fear loss of the colored vote without concessions.
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Xenia
Charles Sumner Protective Club
Findlay
Passon
Republican Party
Camping party struck by storm near Supertor Wisconsin
A storm at Wisconsin Point struck a camping tent causing a large party of women to be shaken for nearly an hour. Lightning also struck a nearby lumber camp, displacing workers and injuring a man in the mouth.
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Hbo Lumber
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Brierfield Coal and Iron Company Sold for 600000
The Brierfield Coal and Iron Company in Bibcos county was sold today under a United States Circuit Court order for $600,000. Purchasers were Thomas F. Kruts and Thomas F.eepa. Creditors notified of the decree and appeal rights.
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Brierfield Coal and Iron Company
United States Circuit Court
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Thomas F.eepa
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Bibcos County
Tragic Falls Accident Near Easton Drowns Two Women
Charles Keller of Philadelphia and two Colligan sisters Mamie aged 17 and Winnie aged 20 went boating at Lambertville New Jersey. At about 9 p m the boat capsized at the falls and Mamie and Winnie Colligan drowned. Keller was found clinging to the boat, presumed alive.
Bargains in Dress Ginghams and Dress Goods at Sale
A local sale advertises a 25 piece lot of imported Dress Ginghams at 15 cents per yard and 25 cent yard goods. It promotes 50 cent bargain Dress Goods suitable for children's and misses school garments with prices listed as 34.4 and regular. The ad notes summer and early fall items must go as advance fall invoices arrive and urges customers to come see the sale.
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Nicely Brothers Sentenced to Hang for Farmer Berger Murder
Somerset August 19. Joseph and David Nicely convicted of murdering Farmer Berger after robbing him of 60 dollars were sent to trial today and sentenced to be hanged. An appeal will be taken to the Supreme Court.
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Joseph
David Nicely
Berger
Supreme Court
No Wives for Chinam en
Treasury Department rules that the wife of a Chinese merchant cannot be admitted to the United States on first entry or with a returning husband unless she presents the certificate required by Section 6 of the act of July 5 1884.
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Galveston
Treasury Department
United
United States
Pittsburg fishing club sails to Monacasy for outing
A party of prominent Pittsburg residents from the E. B. A. Fishing Club pitched tents along the Monacasy Double Pipe. Captain Maurice Golden and treasurer James B. McNulty of the Pittsburg post office organized the excursion. In Kansas City a man named J. D. Robinson was arrested at Union Star Mo for passing counterfeit money.
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James B. McNulty
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Ayer’s Hair Vigor Promises Healthier Hair
An advertisement extols Ayer's Hair Vigor as an unmatched scalp dressing that keeps the scalp clean cool and healthy while preserving color and fullness. A user reports thinning hair improved after two bottles and regrowth following messy neglect.
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Wanamaker Clearances Cut Prices on Seasonable Goods
The ad touts Wanamaker clothing with reliable goods at fair prices and steady demand. It promises lower prices as stock is cleared, featuring seasonable thin goods and a vast array of tailoring options in 1,000 styles.
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