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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1901
Page
1
A fragmentary report notes Porto Rican leaders plotting to influence politicians in a bid to alter governance. The text hints at organized efforts aimed at reshaping authority and policy direction, though specifics are unclear.
Washington reports a coordinated attempt by agitators to discredit the American administration in Porto Rico. Governor Allen argues that conditions are improving, not booming, and criticizes sensational anti administration campaigns and rumors of his resignation as part of a political maneuver. Emigration offers from Hawaii, Cuba, and Manador attract a small fraction of workers, with about 1,000 having taken opportunities so far.
A Cape Town dispatch via Reuters and AP reports General De Wet is described as insane from the hopelessness of his cause. He fears for his life, travels with a protective bodyguard, and faces increasing calls for peace from his own troops.
A Jersey City wage dispute meeting between Central Railroad employes and officials ended with no definite results and will resume tomorrow. Engineers and firemen discussed the proposed wage schedule in detail while conductors' disputes were already settled. Officials expect a smooth session next morning despite a minor shop-workers issue at Ashley car shops.
Thousands watched as the first wire of the East River bridge was raised from the river bed by a powerful engine. The operation lasted seven minutes with river traffic halted by harbor authorities while the cable was drawn 620 feet over the Williamsburg tower and clamped to the masonry anchorage.
In Pensacola April 11 The Aspilated Press reports the jury found Ben Llewella a preacher guilty of first degree murder in the shooting death of Charles Reese a degoon on his route.
Dr J Archer Watson, a well known surgeon, was killed today while riding a horse home. The horse bolted as a railroad crossing approached and the rider was struck by a train. The saddle and gear were left at the scene.
Harrisburg April 11 The state senate concurred in amendments to the Philadelphia revision of taxes bills and sent them to the governor for approval by a 28 to 1 vote. Bills passed final include provisions for convict sentence commutation, water supply for boroughs, and tax changes for dogs and sheep.
An uncle of Willie McCormick Mr Michael McCormick of Washington DC says a $1000 reward will be offered within days to the kidnappers if the boy is returned. The offer would be non prosecutorial and no questions would be asked if police approve.
Exclusive wire reports that Forty Fort miners walked off the job after members of the United Mine Workers were discharged. Company officials deny wrongdoing while workers insist all men must present union cards to work.
A Washington to Philadelphia dispatch reports Senator Quay will tour Europe with his wife and daughter after adjournment of the Pennsylvania legislature. They will depart New York on the Kaiser Wilhelm II and visit Moscow and St Petersburg before heading home for a fall outing in the western woods.
The New York East conference of the Methodist Episcopal church in Brooklyn debated Christian Science and the withdrawal of Rev. Simonson from the ministry. A resolution expressing regret was adopted, then rescinded amid sharp criticism of his move to the faith, with Cad. Buckley denouncing the change as hostile to Christianity. The vote to rescind passed 170 to 7.
London April th When Mor gan landed at Liverpool this morning he declared he knew nothing about the Panama canal schemes tied to the English press. At London Mr Morgan met by 72. Morgan Jr. and two children he refused to give information. He urged group to let him alone and drove off with grandchildren. Arrivals and sailings listed from Hamburg to New York and Cherbourg to Le Havre with several liner movements.
An unclear report describes a bicycle event with names like Majo Taylor and Gore map riders. The text is garbled, mentioning a win by Taylor by twenty lengths and references to multiple riders amid a confused prize note.
The provided text is garbled with many misspellings and nonsensical phrases making it impossible to identify a coherent event, entities, or outcomes for a proper summary. No identifiable persons or organizations can be verified from the content.
A fire in Pine destroyed the Horawaville Mosler company plant causing extensive damage. Investigators estimate the loss at about 25000 with authorities unsure of the cause. No injuries reported and nearby structures unaffected.
Swift & Co reports to Washington that Britain may exclude American home fed beef from army contracts. A. T. Veeder of Swift says London has been wired and a London rep contacted for more details. Officials note no official action yet but stress the potential impact on U S exports valued at about 40 million for live animals and about 200 million for animal products to Great Britain.
Weather fair with northeasterly winds dominates today as scattered local items cover politics in Porto Rico and Philadelphia, court proceedings and local notices. Regional updates include dining, municipal events, and suburban chatter across Northern Pennsylvania.
Wire from The Associated Press reports a Bradford Pennsyl town mob of over 100 people attacked a vacant Second Ward school building repurposed as a pest house after a smallpox outbreak. The crowd battered the door and set the structure ablaze while health officers and police made no arrests.
An Associated Press report from Independence Mo states several members of a faction opposed to pastor Bilder W. Pitts assaulted Elder J. T. Fitts and his wife after a prayer meeting. They bound them with ropes and beat them with sticks before being interrupted. Fitts filed warrants for six regulators.
Exclusive wire reports describe a Chicago entertainment parade planned for President McKinley’s visit. The event would replace a military display with a festive welcome in the western region.
In Havana the Cuban constitutional convention met in secret with delegates proposing disapproval of the Platt amendment terms especially clauses I VA VI VIE. Fener Giberga urged indefinite postponement but only six delegates backed it. Radicals press to record opposition before sending a commission to Washington. discussion to continue tomorrow.
At a Catholic Educational Conference in Chicago on April 1 discussions centered on alleged unfair and prejudicial nature of U S educational laws toward religious institutions. Speakers urged action to protect Catholic schools against secular control amid debates on texts textbooks and private school autonomy.
Exclusive wire reports from Springfield indicate Abraham Lincoln's remains, housed in a temporary vault during Lincoln monument reconstruction, will be moved to a new monument within days. The transfer is private with trustees, state officers, and press representatives present. the casket may be opened, and the exact date will not be released.
The Bradford convention of Republicans selected a slate for the state meeting. Delegates listed include Liston Bills of Troy Mort Athena Dyke Voteamia and Simons from North Towanda. The gathering finalized county proxies and highlighted the party's platform.
Excisive Wine from The Associated Press lists baseball events at multiple colleges and venues. Includes New Port News Virginia Charlottesville and Athens Georgia with scores or outcomes unclear, detailing venues like University of Georgia and Ville Nova College.
General Martin Delgado, former Panay insurgent leader, is named governor of Mallo province by the U S Philippine commission. The new province, with about four million inhabitants, includes high land tax opposition and a native officer slate for most posts.
War department reports a partial cable from Manila stating Colonel Arce surrenders Castillofoa with 12 officers and men captured and two other officers surrendering at Orongapo. MacArthur says Bataan and Zambales area yields, while Congress leader Tail visits San Francisco en route to the Philippines and pledges U.S. legislative involvement.
A critical report on the Palm GIT appropriation of funds for the capitol project condemns the commission led by John B. Jacks on Pittslure data Bullitt and includes members Morris Philadelphia Watres Scranton McCormick Williamsport Gilbert Harriet Hasny Olote. A House estimation mobile hunting theater recommendation accompanies the document.
Senator Horton of Kansas presented to the president Chief telecon of the Chakaiw aiation of tidians during department business. The meeting aimed to discuss honorific titles and the idea of meeting the "Great Father" during official duties.
The Associated Press reports BF Knapp known as the Father of Masonry died today after a six month illness. Charles S Lincoln clerk of the United States district in the eastern district of Pennsylvania died from paralysis. Lincoln was about 70 years old and likely the oldest clerk of any U S District court.
Fragmented OCR text shows an April forecast with phrases about winds and weather conditions. The readable parts indicate warping of forecast terms and unclear agency or location. The item resembles a weather bulletin or brief misread note rather than a clear public forecast.
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