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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1899

Page

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Senator Quay Trial Opens in First Indictment

Senator Quay and his son face trial in Philadelphia on one of five indictments alleging misused state funds. After hours of jury selection, Judge Biddle delays further action as Thomas W. Barlow testifies as first witness. Quay and supporters gather in the Walton hotel lobby as public figures discuss the proceedings.

Senator Quay Talcott Williams Thomas W. Barlow Finletter Commonwealth Philadelphia United States Kenaton Matthews Quay Richard J Quay Diiteo Biddle Hathermel Cenjamin J. Haywood Genephcey Thomas W. Birlow Peoples Bank Talecott Williams

Jury Drawn in Lawsuit Involving Quay and Haywood

District attorney and court officers oversee selection of a 12 member jury for the case against ex senator Quay and ex state treasurer Haywood. Witness list includes Fred Barlow and James S Heacom among many bank and finance figures. Proceedings begin with jury panel formed and challenges noted as deliberations continue.

Fred. Barlow Broken People’s Bank James S. Heacom Henry K. Boyer Philadelphia Mint James 3. McManes Republican Party People’s Bank Richard Leper Guarantors’ Trust Company William Montgomery Allegheny National Bank Mitteburg Allen J. Rorke Philadelphia Stat Charles HH. McKee Pittsburo Lynnes Cliy Kemble Teller Tabor Chiddes Eivenhaus George A. Dyanning Fem Thomas KE. Dwyer Tor Cance Moers Sillus Shapley George A. Denning Andrew Cochrin Dewslings Tdace Robert R. Vandervert Shinsuds Willan Jackson Rigger Vandervyes Coorn McCalls Commonwealth James Mountney Thomas EF. Twyer Edward Wiler Wilthon J. Spy Carpenter Witlliam Tein Foward Bevan Pointer Tonmmne James Beavens Frederick Clies Albert A. Kuhn Shields Charles Penaler Kuhn Tollowe Francis Pan Maluter William Jackson Upen Abr. Shields Ab. Rothemmel Benator

Short Session of the House in Harrisburg April 10

A brief House session in Harrisburg addressed first readings and general business. A restitution was adopted to set a special order for a senate bill granting state consent to US regulation of lands for Wilkes-Barre post office and buildings, with second reading planned for tomorrow. A separate Allegheny bill was advanced to a second reading for action next day.

House Cory Luverne Senate United States Wilkes-Barre Marahant Allehheny Che Mente Mhademan Hosack Wave and General Corporation Schofferall Northumberland Creasy Columbia Auditor General Uch Pennsylvania State Tax Conference Hosack Saliester Wileh

Proceedings in Detail at Philadelphia Court Session

The court reopened after delays with mostly interested parties admitted. Judge Biddle presided as ex-Senator Quay and his counsel arrived, followed by Key witnesses and officers while jurors and other officials were called in for the proceedings.

Philadelpha Junge Byddle Judee Mestrezal Farette County Cour Hie A. B. Ly Mesure Finletter Clement W Short Biddle Quay Shiels Watt Rix Michard Quay Hiedd Rhietis Hit Went Von Con Cas Cape James Gay Gordon Protrict Graham Rewater Quay Ite

Legislature defeats multiple bills amid treasury strain

In a session apon county and repealing Section 4 of the Act of 1804 were defeated. Bills amending the distribution of the public school fund and census duties for Philadelphia voters were rejected. The Brooks bill for an Erie county law judge failed. Private charities appropriation bills were cut due to treasury shortfalls, with Col. Dondale hospital funds dropping to 16000 and Wilkes-Barre City hospital to 25000.

Ampton County Northampton County Philadelphia Brooks Erie County Col. Dondale Hospital Wilkes-Barre City Hospital

Governor Stone Vetoes Real Estate and Bottle Packaging Measures

Governor Stone vetoed bills extending decedent real estate debts to five years and restricting bottle and package labeling and trade markings. He warned the measures would cloud titles, embargo real estate sales, and penalize spray of branded bottles. The house received word of his disapproval and action on milk content legislation was postponed.

Tlarrioburg Stone Tinhinhul Lara Versete Vale of Rilk Tovernors Malone Venango

Deadlock May Break Over Magee Duel In State Senate

Philadelphia reports hint a break in the senatorial deadlock may come tomorrow or next day over Magee of Pittsburg. Magee and Quay allies hold firm while McKee and Martin depart Harrisburg with no confirmed meeting.

Philadelphia Toomorrow Sentor Magee Pittsburg City Makee Harrisburg Ile Quay Alee Magee David Martin A. Bh Widener Martin Marce Starrisburg

Seventy First Ballot in Senate Election Report

Harrisburg April record shows the seventy first ballot for United States senator with results and manuvering notes. Washington April 1 ceremony planned at the White House tomorrow at 2 o'clock to exchange ratifications completing the peace treaty with Spain. The Spanish copy of the treaty signed by the queen regent and Premier Silvela arrived at the French embassy today.

Washington United States Spain White House Presidentias Chamberlin Lubiier Silvela

Governor's expanded power to appoint dental board member

In the state senate Air Gibson introduced by unanimous consent a bill to enlarge the governor's appointing power enabling him to appoint any reputable practitioner as a member of the state board of dental examiners. The chamber adjourned until 9:00 o'clock tomorrow morning after a five minute session.

Harristurk Gibson State Board of Dental

Prominent Hazleton Citizen Attempts Suicide in April Towns

Hagwion Pennsylvania April Townsend W Bonne aged seven was a longtime Hazleton figure connected with A Pardee & Co mining and the Lehigh Lumber company. He shot himself in the head today with suicidal intent. financial troubles were cited as the cause.

Hagwion Townsend W. Bonne Hazleton A. Pardee & Co Lehigh Lumber Company

Iron mill to resume operations in Reading plant

Reading officials announce the Seyfert Iron company will resume the puddling mill after eight months of idleness. The reopening will restore about 100 jobs with wages higher than the prior closing rate, signaling economic revival in the area.

Reading Seyfert Iron Company

Riot at Pana Mines Leaves Several Dead and Wounded

A deadly riot in Pana Illinois on April 10 left six dead and nine injured. Henry Stevens a Black miner led the disturbance. troops arrived under martial law and patrolled the town. Among the wounded and dead were Frank Coburn Frans Landeworth Carrie Felix Cyrus Strickler Case Proffitt and three unknown Black men.

Henry Stevens Pana Frank Laldeworths Ladt Mrs. Henriett Will Kuhn Cyrus Stricklem Albert Vickets Tian Gimlain Henry Stevenson Nero Neuk Cass Omer Stevens Jall Cheney Penwell Locust Street Tle Navier Leong Joe Mullen Jol Frank Coburn Steck Frans Landeworth Carrie Felix Westreas Warrigon Puna Albert Vickera George W. Kimbal Cyrus Strickier Case Proffitt Flatham Henriett Goor-ward

Pana Mines Riot Erupts In Fatal Coalfield Violence

Reports indicate miners wounded and several dead at Pana Coal No 2 after stony billets struck by a blast. Coroner and Taylorville officials prepare inquest as soldiers arrest deputies and police. Governor Tanner proclaims martial law in Pana district amid unrest.

Pana Coal Company Roy Shatt Apd Bradlow Taylorville Fwelock Frank Coburn Culver

Appomattox Day Banquet Honored Governor Roosevelt in Chicago

Governor Roosevelt of New York headlined the Hamilton Club banquet in Chicago celebrating Appomattox Day. About 400 attended as he delivered The Strenuous Man address amid a warm reception. Speakers included John C. Hinck on Grant and Levan Settle on Lane followed by Charles Emory Smith on The Union. Roosevelt then farewelled guests and boarded to Ann Arbor for Michigan University address.

Hoosevelt New York Hamilton Club Appollattoxsdas John C. Hinck Chicago Grant

Glass workers strike widens in New Jersey unions gain

Bridgeton and Medford in New Jersey see a mass strike of about 1000 glass workers demanding union wages and recognition. Several plants prepare to operate with green hands while others refuse to run, sparking fears of trouble as talks continue and some firms anticipate many applicants.

Bridgeton N. J Glass Workers Cumberland Moore-Jones Cumberland 4 Philadelphia South Jersey Glass Blowers Apsnciated Presse Today Dennis Hayes Glass Blowers' Union South Jersey Huteral P Firidgeton Glnarsbero Andayton Firme

Weather forecast for Washington on Tuesday

Eastern regions expect fair to mild weather with wetter conditions in the south. Winds turn southerly with increasing cloudiness and a chance of light showers later in the day.

Washington

Indian Tactics Drive Filipinos from Santa Cruz Stronghold

General Lawton's command captured Santa Cruz the chief city of Taiguna de Bay near Lake Laguna de Bay after sharp fighting. Gunboats and Gatling guns supported an assault that routed Filipino defenders with many casualties and prisoners. The advance disrupted insurgent lines and destroyed telegraph communications east and west.

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