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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1899

Page

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Jefferson Birthday Dinner Atop Met Opera House In New York

A Denmarrath club dinner honoring Thomas Jefferson's birth was held at the Metropolitan Opera House New York. Figures including Richard Croker and Augustus Van Wyck attended as speeches praised public service and U S diplomacy while security kept the event orderly amid a crowded room and some distractions.

New York Denmarrath Club Thomas Jefferson Metropolitan Opera House Reese

Democracy founder Jefferson saluted at Milwaukee banquet

The Jeff fers club of Milwaukee held a banquet at the Plankington house on April 1 honoring Thomas Jefferson. Colonel Willisty J. Bevan spoke on Democracy while many state Democrats and notables from Wisconsin and Chicago attended and heard speakers on issues from gold standard to trusts and imperialism.

Justice van Wyck Britain John T. Stanchfield Thomas Jefferson Frederick Schraul Mr. Schrink Robert B. Renegeuvelt Mr. Kiewelt Inia Catlin Brooklyn Ames Z. Cummings Army Navy Milwaukee Wis Jefffers Club Plankington House Willisty J. Bevan Rlale Tolone Bevatsjcke Yancy John J. Mitchell Wisconsin F. Ducerty la Crome Thomas J. Cleary Plattevile Carter Ho Harrison Chicago David 8. Rass Hiram W. Sawyer Hartford W. Povk Howards. Taylor Jefferson Byviin Dres Isig

Treachery of the Spaniards in Philippines Guns Captured

Report from Manila dated April Th discusses Francisco Reyes who bought Spanish gunboats at Zamboanga. Rebels seized the vessels stripped of guns after transfer to US agents, despite US orders. Washington notes suspicions of Spanish sympathizers and withheld payments until delivery at Manila.

Philippines United States Manila Francisco Reyes Zambowapa Jeland Mindapao Eet Apenis Zamboangs Moston Toston Zamboanka Sonor Keyes Zambounen Washington War Department Zamboanga Mindanao Aguinaldo Hin

Rebels Attack Third Artillery Camp Near Matolos

At about 4 in the morning a small band of rebels attacked the Third artillery camp from a swamp near Paonbon, a mile and a half west of Matolos. Two privates were killed and two wounded. As daylight broke, American forces cleared the district, driving rebels northward and killing several. One Montana regiment private soldier was wounded.

Manila Paonbon Matolos Montana

Shipping Arrivals and Departures Reported for New York

The document lists vessels arriving in New York from Liverpool Southampton and Amsterdam with names like Liverpoul Truve and Cymrie and ships Majestic Sraarndam Rotterdan and Quienstown, noting routes between Liverpool and New York and Naples.

New York New Y York Iverpaul Tetranio Liverpoul Kremmen Southampton Liverpoul Truve Lremen Naples Ratlod Murgundia Quienstown Cymrie Liverpool Majestic Rotterdan Sraarndam

Bribery Committee Report Adopted By Local Board

Marrshore April 1 The house which Oh hosdn adopted a resolution offered by Mr Fow of Pilladeloithe that a certain day afternoon at evolock be fixed for consideration of the report of the bribery investigating committee.

Marrshore Fow Pilladeloithe Conmitta

Villa Nova College and York New York Partnerships

A garbled OCR fragment mentions Philadelphia, Villa Nova College, and York New York with unclear context. The readable bits suggest a regional or institutional reference linking Philadelphia and New York areas around a college.

Philadelphia Philadelpha Villa Nova College York New York

Cuban generals appoint Gomez representative to Americans

In Havana on April 1, twelve Cuban generals and officers named General Maximo Gomez as the army’s representative to the Americans with full powers to treat. The vote was 120 for Gomez and 1 against. There is a dispute over exterminating bandits with Santiago province cited as lacking bandits by General Leonard Wool. Demetrio Castifia left Santiago for Havana, and Masso’s return to Havana was discussed amid political opposition from former assemblymen.

Havana Ludlow Department of Senor Aguerra Bayamo Maximo Gomez Gomes Leonard Wool Bantiago de Cuba Santiago Demetrio Castifia Santiago de Cuba Sandlage Foner Portuendu Calvin Military Assembly Trooke Eeke Bartolome Masso Orler Gomez Seners Portwonde Porfirio Vatlante Moonly United States Manannille Massa Kewike Masao Caban ‘Sergent

Trial of Mrs. George Opens Key Testimony In Canton

William F. Cook testified today in the George trial with cross examination halted yesterday. Lerin J. Wise described seeing Mrs George on a car and at Haslett avenue as the tragedy occurred and noted route details near Portculli street. Attorney Wernz for Mrs George testified about her prior statements claiming privilege in a contemplated crime. The judge reserved ruling on Wernts's testimony and potential privilege until the afternoon session.

Canton William F. Cook George Lerin JC. Wise Haslett Avenue Wernz Gone

Canadian Inland Transport Company Proposed on the Great Lakes

Montreal and Toronto capitalists including Senator Porevt and George H. Lertrom plan to form the Canadian Inland Transport company with capital of 2 million to operate steel steamships on the upper lakes. Ten ships are to be sold, two already laid down, with terminals and elevators to be built and coal and ore transport ambitions.

Montreal Toronto Senator Porevt George H. Lertrom M. W Toronto Shipbaler Line Pariament Ciadain Nova Scotia Philadelphia Reo Busirior Porte Homfion Torento

Tragedy at Vineland Aims to End in Bloodshed

In Vineland on a November night Charles and a man named Lag shot a servant girl named Le xie Fisher then killed himself. The girl fled the hall as shots rang out and a neighbor rescued her. Lag returned, fired twice more, and became deranged before the scene ended.

Vineland Novj Charles Lexie Fisher Toy

Sale of a Gold Mine Near Cripple Creek

A private cablegram reports the sale of a Cripple Creek property to the Independence company of London. The price is stated but not less than 0000, with possibility of a much larger total if all Cripple Creek holdings are included.

Ener Lawler Case W Ventiiity Company Londo Cripple Creek

Tragic Fishing Boat Accident Claims Lick Haven Youth

In Lick Haven Pennsylvania on April 1, a young man named Rulphy McCormick aged W years, son of Mily Chrk and M McCormick, was killed while attempting to pull a photograph from a small boat into a larger boat. A misfire caused the weapon to discharge, fatally wounding him.

Lick Haven Rulphy McCormick Ily Chrk & M. McCormick McCormick

Philadelphia Police Shakeup Prompts Interim Superintendent

Robert J. Lincein, longtime police superintendent, refused resignation today as Haralson named acting director of public safety. Captain Harry M. Quirk appointed interim superintendent until the vacancy is filled.

Philadelphia Robert J. Lincon Polic Public Sateiy Harry M. Quirk

Great Britain Agrees to Unanimity Rule in Samoa Crisis

Berlin reports that Britain and the United States have agreed to the unanimity rule for the Samoa commission. Germany urges early arrival of the commission to prevent further bloodshed. The Cologne Gazette notes punishment for the manager of the German plantation if proven to have urged Mataafans to fight.

Great Britain Germany Berlin Ager Reichstag United States Embsssy Associated Press Foreign Office Samoa Sammon Faron Speck von Sternberg Daron von Bulow Sypbastador Cologne

Cave-In at Nanticoke Mines Damages Access and Water Channel

A cave-in at No 7 breaker in the Hillman vein of Suscuchinia Coal near Nanticoke Pennsylvania opened a 9 by 2 foot entry. Marge Creek over the site now pours into the opening while 200 workers race to dig a channel to avert water damage. No workers were present at the time of the collapse and mules have been removed from the mines.

Nanticoke Hillman Suscuchinia Coal Company Marge

Local Railman Fatally Crushed at Wrightsville

A Pennsylvanian brakeman aged year was killed this afternoon at Wrightsville while shifting cars. He was caught between a car and the station platform in a fatal accident.

Lonster Ami i William Downey Wrightsville

Vice President Hobart Wan Improves but Still Hospitalized

Washington reports Vice President Hobart Wan is improving tonight though he has not yet fully recovered or left his room. The update indicates progress but remains cautious about his condition and potential return.

Washington Hobart Wan

Quay Teva Incident and Day Celebrations In News Briefs

The morning notes shower probable showers and highlight a general incident at the Quay Teva. It covers Jeffirean Day celebrations and mentions Spanish treachery and the Bumoun question. Local items include Pittston City news, Wyoming conference resolutions, and a court proceeding.

Pittston City

Police arrest Anthony Lally over attempted burglary at Weisels

Chief Robling with Tribune support secured evidence leading to a warrant for Anthony Lally alias Cake for attempting to break into George Weisels premises on Beech Street with felonious intent. Lally, previously jailed for larceny, had recent hospital treatment after a confrontation with officers.

Tribune Anthony Lally Lally Millar Ceorge Weisel South Feranton Lackeawhinna Hospital Roebling Alderman Leates

Canned Beef Debate Features Crystalline Salts Claim

Washington reports Dr. W D Bigelow of the agricultural department testifies that cited corned beef is wholesome and nutritious. Professor Miller argues chemical analysis alone cannot judge food quality, while Spicer of Harrisburg recalls finding crystalline salts on refrigerator beef in Porto Rico.

Washington W. DD. Bigelow Agricultural Department Heule Miller University of Virginia Spicer Harrisburg Porto Rico

Long Military Service Marked by 38 Years in Two Wars

A statement from the adjutant general lists fourteen officers who entered the army at the war of the rebellion and served through the Spanish American War. They served from April 11, 1861, to April 1, 188? for a total of thirty eight years, and remain on the rolls with credit for both conflicts.

Advacaye & Politcal Iest Thin Wa Owens kiNneMe Washieion Meni Cleo Brallott Vernonell Moodelly Ameren Goce Venezuela Washington Adjutant General

Raleigh Leaves Bermuda For Tompkinsville Port

Washington reports the cruiser Raleigh sailed today from Bermuda for Tompkinsville. Other fleet movements include the Alliances from La Guaira to Santiago, the Bonington from Hong Kong to Manila, and the Annapolis and Vicksburg arriving at Key West.

Washington Raleigh Bemula Tompkinsville Alliances la Guavara Santiago Bonington Hong Kong Manila Annapolis Vicksburg Key West

Ordered to Samoa Officers to Ramon on April 16

Valleja Owl Ape Ni-Trieutenant Je and others were detached from duty and ordered to sail for Ramon on April 16 to Teper for duty under Admiral Ryute on the Chilidelphia. They are to report after the Teutomiit Minlio incident where John R. Moonaghan and Vivighes were killed. executive officer of the Philadelphia confirms hostilities and orders.

Valleja Hetherington Taland Towa Ramon Teper Admiral Ryute Minlio Ord Sino Philadelphia

Woman beside grave twice visits husband in Keen Mount cemetery

A widow and her sister visited the grave of her husband at Keen Mount cemetery this afternoon. The sister left to another section, returned to find the beds prostrate near the grave, and the widow was then teleported.

Keen Mount

Weather forecast for Washington April 1

Forecast for Friday shows cloudy skies with possible shower and thunderstorm late in the day. Brisk southerly winds and Saturday looks fair and cooler.

Wishington Pridey Rustern Penney

Red Book Evidence Tangles Quay Conspiracy Trial

District Attorney Rothenstel pushes to admit the Haywood letter as part of proving a conspiracy with Senator Quay and Hopkins. Witnesses recite bank entries and the bookkeepers confirm references to Quay accounts while defense objects to the document’s authenticity. Judge Biddle overrules the objections, allowing the book’s contents to be presented as evidence.

Haywood Biddle Benator Rothennel Broken People's Bank Senter Quays Hank Senator Quays Hopkins Quay Haswouni Horkines Clay Kemble WHHM Keible Deceumend Treapht Bank Mi Kemble Arthur Kennedy Ts Cumy al &Juuy Wil Stock Maereedd

Testimony Airs in Quay Conspiracy Trial in Philadelphia

The fourth day of the Quay conspiracy trial opened at 10 o'clock in Philadelphia with testimony from witnesses including A. L. Tabor receiving teller of the bank. The proceedings continued as the case moved toward new allegations and statements.

A. L. Tabor Philadelphia

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