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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1894

Page

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Wyoming Conference Evening Session Draws Large Attendance

The Wyoming conference and Honesdale districts met at Elm Park Grove with strong turnout and heightened interest. Rev. Sanford Hunt of New York spoke on church periodicals as part of the book concern program while the Preachers' Aid Society events drew attendees including Rev. McAnutt and Rev. Price. The gathering welcomed residents and featured fundraising aims, with detailed notices of a substantial projected total.

Wyoming Honesdale Bishop Hurst Historical Society Sanford Hurt Bank al! Society William Connells Elm Park Yifa Wyoming and Honesidale Nash Sandford Hunt D.D New York Gildreas J. Welah Einebomton O H. McAnutts West Plctaton

Corferince Moaning Session Reveals Conference Plans

The session opened with prayers and reports from Elder Wilson of Oswego and Rev J G Helman of Wyoming district. Roy DeEol was introduced as editor, and the conference voted to fund Wyoming Seminary and set subscription goals for church publications. Changes to district structures and women’s suffrage debate were discussed, with emphasis on church extension and publishing outreach.

Chae Williame Qullas Wijet A. Griffin Bingfinitin Quinntea Seisiane Eeasion Ouysaniay Tetric Wileon Reible Oswego Ehjer Orien Te Alin Bawner Buckley Hria Alvocate AL Griffin

Senator Peffer Backs Tariff Plan Amid Wool and Sugar Talks

Washington April 12 Senator Peffer of Kansas outlined his tariff position in the Senate. He favored protection for manufacturers while opposing duties on western producers unless wool duties and sugar duties are retained. He proposed public works to employ the jobless and eyed two major rail routes from Atlantic to Pacific and Great Lakes to Gulf. A procedural clash over fines for missed votes sparked filibusters, with a vote on adjournment failing and the House adjourning until tomorrow.

Washington Kansas Peffer Meade Dove Mentoff Atlantic Pacific Groit Lakes Wncites Committee On Tales Langhier Spevier Ita Membera Tac Ite Vergeans-At-Armeh Haya Catchinga Rewl Apyaker Agruaillre

California Divorce Suit Names Co-Respondents

San Buna pisco California April 12. A divorce action went to trial yesterday with plaintiff Elizabeth Johnson naming Corbett as co respondent. The husband countered with a cross bill naming Corbett and J J Milligan as co respondents. A decree of divorce was granted to the husband, the plaintiff failing to appear.

San Bunnapiso Cla Onde Wan Phtend Corbort Elizabeth Johmson Corbett J. J. Milligan

Gallagher Nose Broken Over Stock Dispute Case

In Philadelphia a broker, Gallagher, sues J. B. Taylor & Co. for $20,000 over alleged profits from stock dealings. The sides clashed when Taylor allegedly felled Gallagher. a referee heard testimony and the dispute shifted to a broader financial settlement.

Pulangiraita J. BL Taylor Wan Ton James Gillagher Real Log Naniitt Gallagher Lo Taylor &Co

Turloe's Defense Inconsistent Over Account Closure

The text outlines Turloe's defense claiming Gal lagher did not order closure of his account and that an adviser in the market wiped out all but his G40.70 balance, which they are prepared to pay.

Turloe Gallagher Mirkgin

Labor dispute case filed in court over wage balance

The general executive head of the Kulehi of Labor filed in court an affidavit of defense to a claim by T. V. Bowderly to recover the balance of wages for services rendered as federal work. The affidavit denies the amount due and argues a credit of 8500 for payments traded to Powderly.

Pinkapenda Hend Kulehi Ro Soveruign Albiavit Aeon OL Gray A OW. Wright Jaborere’ UN- Wodl Publishing Conmpany Woba Lie Partners Io i4 Way Averell Powlerly

Coxey's Army Marches Through Smithfield to Addison Camp

An Ohio Coxey's Army contingent reaches Smithfield then pushes toward Addison with 140 marchers, banners, and supplies. General Coxey and Drowns address locals while camp forms in barns and streets. Town residents supply bread, meat, and coffee as 10s of followers settle for the night.

Peacy Iberpeed Fayetiie Syerset Somerset Imany Wilay Coxey Linner Syalthfeld Coxey Ant Addison Addison Horseion Sintthield Jefferson Lilo Creneral Coxey Smithfield Omberland Citisana Sheri Hnovers Ieto Cole Payie Conrt

Turbulent Global Politics Amid Election Turmoil and Strikes

Fragmentary OCR details a wave of political instability including Dutch elections delivering government defeat, parliamentary moves to topple Roseberg, and various international tensions. Mentions British Admiralty, Brazilian government actions, Hungarian radicals, Australian troops, and a high-level committee shaping wartime diplomacy.

Kingston funeral for notable New York figures

In Kingston New York a reception honors several prominent locals including Francis Z Obert proprietor of the ain Bella works and realigy pac Joh W Palmont a former muankwer of the Star theater Brdukius N Y Orange Verriss of Glen Palla and Helen B Dodgy a Century Dictionary contributor John Clark head of Olav Co a Clark G N Z spool cotton official. The event marks long service years with Tammany Democrat figures and a former state treasurer present.

Francis Z. Obert Ain Bella Works An Realigy Pac Joh W. Palmont Muankwer Star Thearer Brdukius N.Y Hon Orange Verriss Glen Palla Uted Min Helen B Dodgy Sarges Bootlind John Clark Olav & Co Mandfactiversd Clark Atlins Tammany Democrat Ok—Wito Trey Kingston, N. Y

Fire Ravages American Grane Sumar Manufactory in Serrawuo

A large blaze at the American Grane Sumar Manufactory on Scott and Chile avenues injures many workers and leaves twelve missing from sixty employed. The fire, sparked by an electric wire on the third floor, spreads to nearby blocks before being controlled. damages reach about 12 000 dollars with insurance around 500 000.

Serrawuo Americaa Scott Chile USA Diane Young Wullimy Manrive Wille Willi Lawidowely Bailly Stern Lehroeder Anlément Waa Pol Midnivtit Danhout

Willie Wilde Marries Sophia Lees in New York City

Mrs Frank Leeliv reports Willie Wilde the former husband of Mrs Frank Leslie of New York wed Sophia Lees in New York City recently. The betrothed is described as young and Irish born, granddaughter of Thomas Ord Lees from Merrion near Dublin. Mrs Lees says she has met Miss Lives in London and finds her virtuous, noting Wilde has little money and lives with his mother, while Lady Wilde has no wealth.

Frank Leeliv Willie" Wilde Frank Leslie New York Mise Sophia Leas Thomas Ord Lees Merrion Dublin Brank Livilia Wnil Lady Wilde Misa London Ste Mer Wilde

Commander Jones Leads Recruits Through Rough Night

April 19 dispatch reports Commander Jones addressing weary recruits amid poor morale. A community wagon with 200 levies and provisions boosted spirits as Jones secured permission to use a mill near the camping ground for the night. He urged firmness and not to lose heart despite a grim reception.

Commander Jones Golding Cureren Joyce Bond Dona Highell Jones Mdred

Company Store Case Involves Jackson Woodin Firm

The case concerns General Henuel Favora and the Jackson and Woodin Company of Berwick, with Attorney General Meonvel seeking a writ of quo warranto to revoke the charter rights over alleged company store operations. Proceedings deny Lilly’s application and challenge property conveyance to the company, arguing the manufacturing concern lacks interest.

Henuel Favora Jackson & Woodin Company

Bank Robbery at Wallace Exchange Beaver Mills

A thief gained access during clerk and cashier absence at noon and cut a hole in the vault floor to steal 4500 dollars in cash from the Wallace Exchange bank at Beaver Mills. He escaped with no clue to his identity.

Pirrsnong Ani Wallace Exchange Bank Beaver Mills

Captain Bowers Speaks on Battalion Drills at Harristone

Captain Bowers praises battalion drill excellence in Harristone Pennsylvania. The report notes Captain Alexander Rodgers of the Fourth United States Cavalry who was detailed by the War Department last summer.

Bowers Harristone Alexander Rodgers Fourth United States Cavalry War Department

National Guard Drill Report Praises Regiment Performance

The report details thorough organization across star departments and strong military principles. The First battalion of the Thirteenth regiment earns commendation for an exemplary expedition and well conducted parades reviews and inspections.

National Guard Haa Wen Rane

National Mineral Convention Sets 70 Cant Per Ton Pale

The National Miners' convention today decided the wine seal and conditions adopted previously will be demanded as the strike objective to begin on April 21. The rate is set at seventy per ton with an increase of 20 to 25 cents per ton of wares in Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana and Illinois.

Contmiits Naional Aliners Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana Ile

Colonel Breckinridge Trial Echoes Moral Dilemmas

In Washington City a court heard Major Butterworth argue over a case where Miss Pollard accuses Colonel Breckinridge of breaking a promised marriage to shield a hoax involving a woman of questionable repute. The defense contends the issue centers on a broken pledge rather than crime, ending with jurors to decide on Saturday.

Washisoron 2. C Madeline Pollard Major Botterworth Abe Washington Major Bottasworth Miss Pollard Chove Mra Blackburn Breckinridge Shy Butterworth Wilson Bradley

Local Industry Runs Back Up After Months of Standstill

Do and Merv, Trail Giron of Bartony, celebrate a golden weeddisyy while County Detective Mutter faces questions in Lebanon. North Holding foundry to resume Monday with about 100 workers. Lebanon area industrial activity expected to restart next week. Toll disputes and business filings test patience as Shenandoah Valley hospital dedication draws state officials.

Merv Trail Giron Bartony Mutter Lebanon North Holding Elwint County Troninrer Hrieht Berks Nolteliors Biore

Fragmented Crime and Court Notes From a Distant Era

A garbled OCR row reports varied items: Rev Thomas Hyrne of Cheinnni named bishop of Nashville. state compensation at Springfold. New York Senate vote on Mill. lawyer Joseph T Mayon charged with murder in New York. Baral Carter commits suicide at Atlanta after affair with a private. powder-store explosion at Pradertek Morelows kills Mélton Syoukings and injures others. George Tang W Cun tin billy lero and George Pullen arrested in New York. Cantain f daugh ter dethroned at Michigan University. a person in Fay commits suicide by swallowing strychnine.

Atlanta Pradertek Morelows Newt Mount Vernon Fil Mélton Syoukings George Tang W. Cuntin Billy Lero George Pullen New York Tuckoonville Flate Country Walter Henderson Tun Bean Meyerson Tierren Stily Michigan University Cantain F Dane Fay

Unclear OCR weather and event note from Washington

Fragmentary April text reports weather conditions and vague events. Mentions Kora writ Mittley and Solomon with scattered place names and winds shifting. The distorted lines obscure concrete facts or a coherent story.

Washington Kora Mittley Solomon Wentern Warner

Hermsdorf Festival Opens Spring Hosiery Display

Hinley presents Hermsdorf Hosiery with a festival to mark spring, promising the most complete Hermsdorf assortment including Pinin Droputiteh and Boot Pattern socks. Hermsdorf’s compliments accompany a broad offer of hosiery and gloves.

Dermadorf'a Ermedorf Hermsdorf

Specials on Hosiery and Woolens Displayed by Store

Specials on ladies hose in multiple prices and sizes plus children’s and men’s hose offered at limited rates. The ad notes broad selections and value, promising savings across hosiery and related garments for all ages and needs.

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