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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1900
Page
1
Washington reports a two day debate on whether M S Quay should be seated as U S senator from Pennsylvania. Boies Penrose and others argued for Quay while opponents urged against his appointment amid constitutional interpretation and legislative procedures.
A garbled snippet discusses whether to make every reasonable effort to carry out a Pararont Purpose at the oopatitation. It notes possible technical or minor reasons that may arise in the mind of anyate as the decision is considered.
The council auditing committee approved Robert Flynn's fourteen days pay at 2.25 for city street inspection work. They warned future similar payments would not be approved and criticized the street commissioner for creating the office without council consultation. City Solicitor Vosburg said the commissioner had no right to create the office but could designate a foreman for the duties.
Coroner Roberts held an inquest at the undertaking establishment of John Davis in North Taylor to inquire into Patrick Vastell's death. Autopsy by Dr. Roberts and Dr. Howser found tuberculosis with pleuropneumonia as the cause. Jury verdict confirms the diagnosis. Vastell was 27, leaving a wife and two children.
A special Penn avenue Baptist church gathering yielded a 200 check from Rev. Dr. Robert F. Y. Pierce to the Christian Herald for famine relief in India. The fund will be cabled to India promptly, with additional promises to follow. Donors may send contributions to J. S. Stelle in the 30 years building or to Rev. Dr. Pierce at the church.
An unknown man died by his own action by jumping into a coke oven at Morgan station in Scottdale on April 2. Workmen found him after entering the tunnel head and pulling out a burned body with no identification.
New York dated April 24 reports Mir Cora Urquhart Potter has been granted a divorce from James Tiona Potter by mutual consent after he allegedly expressed intent to marry Mi Xa May Handy of Richmond. Potter plans to wed General Lord Kitchener if the Sudan conflict allows. A photograph of Kitchener appears in the actress portrait, with a miniature of him worn as a necklace.
The House today began consideration of the post office appropriation bill and opened general debate. The session, which adjourned in the afternoon, focused on the pneumatic tube service extension, special mail facilities, and railroad transportation costs with minority dissent on provisions.
Narrleburg April 2L reports new business formations including Volo Improvement Company Pittburg capital 100000 Standard Lee Company state capital 000 Meare Wall Paper Company Mittehueg capital 690000 Vinh Foster Company Miladelphia capital $00 4m Keystone Engineering Company Philadelphia capital $60 000 Union Motor Transportation Company Wilkes-Barre capital $1,000
Haaletop Pay Agel 2.-Tov DB MM. Siilehls, formerly a pastor of the M. BA. church, died in a Pennsylvania hospital. He had recently been a member of the Central Meonsyhasa ado Incence, which at its last session held here in March, deposed him as chaplain of the United States army. Morrisburg, April. Mrs Stewart, mother of Adjutant General Stewart, died today at Norristown.
Governor Johnston reports receiving a formal resignation letter from General Joe Wheeler ending his term in Congress and requesting that an election be ordered to fill the vacancy.
The Turkish government sent a brief note via Constantinople to the United States on missionary claims. The Turkish reply, reportedly affecting all nations, was submitted to the White House as Cabinet members met. Diplomatic circles note the note preserves a position while leaving the issue open for the season.
Arneut Kingeter of Wilkes-Barre was arrested last night by Lt John Davies and Patrolman Fred Karlus on a warrant issued by Mayor Nichols charging desertion and non support of his wife Eliza Kingeter and their child. The warrant cites neglect since December 15 and mentions his sister Jessie Williams in Scranton. He was arrested around 10 oclock on Penn avenue and will be transferred back today.
In Shamokin Pennsylvania villagers awoke to tragedy as the wife of a noted jeweler and her infant were found dead at the No 2 dam of the Shamokin Water Company. Firemen joined a large search as the town struggled to confirm the circumstances amid a dense mist of rumor and mystery.
Chicago April 2 reports the Union Macific plans a new train the Overland Limited linking Chicago and Mortland Oregon. The service will cut travel time by two hours forty five minutes and operate through without changes. It will include Pullman palace cars dining library and buffet cars.
Louisville reports April rains worsening floods across southern districts. Mail and telegraph service disrupted between small Mississippi and Alabama towns south of Jackson, the flood line. Many farmhouses swept away with occupants escaping only with their lives. Seven people drowned near Jackson, Mississippi, as floodwaters rose higher.
An imperial edict authorises rebuilding the Armvorican mission property at Kharpot and the construction of an annex to Kolerts college in Constantinople.
The court granted a temporary reprieve for Tiane Birriollo who faced execution at Wellshoro tomorrow. The stay extends until May as counsel seeks clemency or commutation to life imprisonment.
Most of the militia guarding the works at Croton Landing will depart tomorrow after a brief parting leave. The strike appears essentially over with only a portion of troops staying. Ten of twelve gangs were at work today.
Rev G A Cure succeeds Rev William Edgar who goes to Owego to replace Rev M D Fuller. Reports and resolutions adopt praise for church strength and condemn liquor. Army canteen denounced amid discussion of temperance and prohibition.
The morning edition notes General-Senator Penrose's speech on the Quay case and lists conference appointments. It reports Northeastern Pennsylvania baseball results and a home made will case from the chief of police. Twelve hundred miners idle at Old Forge and a board of control meeting are also mentioned amid local items.
President and Mrs Rinles departed at 7 0 tonight by Pennsylvania cablecar for a visit of several days at Pine. The private car carried Obi dla and Secretary Gypielean with George Darker a nephew of the president and Hawk a Celene. The party planned to return to Washington by Friday.
Thaerinhueg Agelta files a state tax case arguing a $500,584 judgment against the Pennsylvania Coal Company. The decision seeks direct judgment for the tax dispute. parties dispute exemption from taxation and basis in a settlement affecting capital stock.
A series of docket items shows the court affirming appeals in multiple cases. The Cree church et al versus the Orthodox Greek church involved affirming and denying costs to the appellant. Other matters include Laur Brewing Company versus Tavern, and various central rail and local property disputes with judgments affirming or dismissing appeals at the appellant’s cost.
From Hesvout, Feria, comes news that a Turkish torpedo boat was destroyed on April 21 following an attack by the foe. Twenty-three enemy lives were reported lost in the engagement.
April 23 reports a potential 1,000 member gathering tied to a formal union event in New York. The Bedng tveld and Cupane terms appear, with plans for a broad act by the Carpenters' union regarding a new operation in the area.
The supreme court is to grant a writ of certiorari in the case of Captain Cheriin M. Carteer, convic ted by court martial for irregularities while in charge of engineering works at a Georgia facility.
The Duke of Argyl George Eyvuglan Campbell died this month in Lowton on April 84. The report notes his passing and references his title and location with limited details due to the fragmentary source.
London reports from Bloemfontein dated April 24 describe Lord Roberts sending the Eleventh division under General Poles Carew and cavalry under General Preich to aid General Rundle. Casualties include multiple regiments with several missing or wounded as Boers gather around Wepener in stronger numbers.
In Philadelphia on April 21 a defendant faced Judge Pinletter on a charge related to defecal misconduct. The person pleaded guilty as proceedings were halted. A new date was set for district attorney actions and further arrangements in the case.
New York reports that Tammany Hall plans to send a delegation by May 2. Richard Croker is to return home about that date as part of preparations for the fall quota.
Opening today in Cedar Maplity the Pate Metall Ginner geoclitin gathers with attendees from a city list gathered by the water. The event marks the completion of a new autorwo with officials noting early progress and upcoming demonstrations.
Weather outlook for Washington with mixed conditions. Cooler in northern portions with southeasterly winds and a chance of light rain or drizzle. Winds shift to northerly by midweek, with cooler temperatures expected overall.
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