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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1898
Page
2
In Havana, editors denounce U S intervention as warlike while predicting conflict after U S actions. Local merchants trumpet loyalty to Spain as Cuba braces for possible hostilities and price inflation worsens amid reconcentration era anxieties.
Crowds gathered as the Panama liner berthed for Havana due to a tense departure. Shouts and curses rose from onlookers and sailors on deck. The crew faced harsh jeers and threats as the ship moved downriver amid a tense, silent crowd.
El Correo argues Spain will benefit in the dispute with the United States. The editorial predicts both sides issue ultimatums as Cuba and neighboring republics influence aid to rebels, with tensions escalating and decisions looming in hours. Viva Kepoma.
General Passen ger Agent Jiuggies of the Michigan Central says all employees who join a military organization and are called to duty will have their current positions or equivalent roles ready upon release and return. President Cowan of the Baltimore and Ohio adds that workers who enlist during the Spain crisis may resume their posts after service.
Board of Pardons recommended pardons for Hayes Smith Lancaster crubby to animals Loud Lorraine Philadelphia keeping bawdy house John C Greer Montgomery involuntary manslaughter and John Mackey Allegheny felony. The board refused to commute.
The Santa Fe Overland eastbound was halted two miles west of Oro Grande, California at 2:20 this morning. Engineer Gifford was killed and a robber mortally wounded. another robber escaped. Robbers cut the mail car, secured registered mail, and fled toward the hills after shots were exchanged. The train proceeded to a siding, with authorities pursuing the surviving assailant to Cummings ranch area.
John Wanamaker and party reached Du Bois today met by a brass band and a committee of prominent citizens. He spoke at the Commercial hotel then met hundreds at an informal reception in the hotel parlor. Attending were Rep. Kaistman, Joseph M. Huston, Major George W. Merrick and many Republican figures from Jefferson and nearby towns.
A crowd of serenaders attacked the home of Mr and Mrs Johny Weiser in Portetown after a wedding. They smashed the front door with a coupling pin and damaged the property before police arrived. An investigation will pursue the person responsible.
Two Philadelphia boys Joseph Stewart and Frank Finberger were taken home by an officer in Atlantic City. Stewart had stolen $4 from a hoarder in his mother’s house. part of the money was used to buy a tent and camping gear for a summer by the beach. City Marshal Fort found the runaways and Finberger confessed.
Atlanta April 20 Governor Watkinson declared that if war breaks out he would command the Georgia militia to the front. He cited numerous letters from mothers urging against sending their sons and said his response is to obey the call if compelled.
Wilmington April 11 a federal grand jury indicted Karkial L. Cooper writer of the Milford Herald for conspiring with others to rob a Dover bank. Cooper is charged with aiding abetting and conspiring to misuse about 22 000 of bank funds used in stock speculations and involving the Phist Naomi bank of Dover.
Governor Dyer will recommend an appropriation of $1 for war needs as soon as the call for volunteers is perceived. The brief note references Veovpice and RL and suggests imminent action pending volunteer mobilization.
John M. Garman of Nanticoke is re-elected chairman of the state Democratic committee. Matt Savage of Clearfield is reappointed secretary. The next state convention is set for Altoona in June. The meeting, held behind closed doors, also addressed Philadelphia and Union County contests and urged vigorous action against corruption and mismanagement.
Detectives from Philadelphia and Reading along with Pennsylvania railroads say a major car thief gang has been broken up. George Campbell of Spring City joined the crew. on April 4 a car on the Philadelphia and Reading railroad was robbed of 12 packages of tobacco. James Hicins, James Quinn and James Greer were arrested and held on $1000 bail each. two escapees remain at large and more charges are expected.
Philadelphia April 20 President Frank Thommen of the Pennsylvania Railroad denied any appointment to the secretary of war staff to handle army transport. He said Washington desires his readiness for emergency service but sees no need for a special military organization. He noted railway control under reconstruction as not decisive to the war effort.
Cape Town April reports Frank W. Roberts of the United Britates compul bwin has received offers from prominent Amers feunie to raise a force of two thousand men and cover transportation costs to a designated location.
A soldier from Company K of the Sixth Cavalry, United States Army, traveling from Fort Riley Kansas to Missouri, fell from a train near Winona Missouri and was killed.
A partial list of Pennsylvania pensions appears in the April notice for widows and dependents. Names include Roberta Sormaton Patterson Gunton Headford and others connected to Hazleton and Lurerur with noted beneficiaries Anne and Gliem.
Thomas J. Montgomery of Newark files for divorce from Mia Elisabeth A. Montgomery in Trenton alleging desertion. Married in 1883 with four children, he claims she abandoned home in 1888 to pursue stage work including burlesque, taking the children, and living apart. He alleges neglect and scandalous attire as factors leading to separation.
In Brigantine New Jersey the election results are under court review after reports of irregularities. The county board of elections canvassed returns while affidavits claim voters grew the reform ticket and a mayoral majority may be affected. Scratched head of ticket ballots and alleged tampering at dinner hour are cited by accusers.
Demolition work on the steamship St. Paul to be converted for commerce begins with 200 workers under the Cramps shipbuilding firm. Key officials include Chief of Ordnance Varvan O'Neil Naval Constructor Linnard Lieutenant Commander Windlow and Captain Stes. A conference on board weighed engine protection, with no decision yet. A majority of the St Paul's crew will join the American navy.
Harrisburg April 20 Attorney General McCormick asked Judge Simonton to appoint a receiver for the Guarantors' Finance Company of Philadelphia after the State Insurance Department deemed the corporation insolvent. Counsel for the company produced a stockholders statement claiming surrender of enough capital to render it solvent, while the attorney general argued a receiver may be needed. The court reserved decision.
Abraham Whitman of Welsh Mountain Road was brought to Lancaster court for disorderly conduct after threatening driver Tudige Brubaker. He reportedly bought a revolver, drew it in a hotel, and was restrained by a hotelkeeper. charges include carrying concealed deadly weapon and making threats.
New York reports the Spaniel dhomer Porm waiting in the afternoon with about ten Spaniards aboard. They are expected to supply the Byanied cargo with provisions and several tons of gun powder for Mawana.
In Poncord New Hampshire officials report the governor plans to expand the state health program. The executive acts to authorize spending amid pushback from lawmakers and local leaders.
The fragmentary Washington Port passage hints at uncertain future consequences of war. It mentions clouds, divination, and looming crowd reactions, suggesting a somber, unsettled mood about facing conflict and its impact on a broad population.
A distorted meditation on war recalls historic crusades and battles, invoking figures and events while lamenting loss and the moral toll of conflict. The rhetoric contrasts martial glory with the suffering of victims, urging reflection as nations advance into perilous times.
The annual spring excursion of the New York Ontario and Western rail line to New York City will take place on Monday May 2 0888 instead of the previously announced date. Tickets are on limited fare for the return trip and valid May 24 through May 4 inclusive. The excursion is popular and reclining chair cars will be provided on trains May 2. Remember the date May 2.
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Fragmentary OCR text lists names and places such as Montreal and Washington districts with partial surnames and numbers. It reads like a garbled directory or notice fragment, offering incomplete references without a cohesive event or person.
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