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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1901
Page
1
Reports from New York and Washington describe calls in China for rapid withdrawal of foreign forces and expulsion of foreigners as imperial edict decisions unfold. Chinese officials debate reforms and the future of the emperor's power while famine relief and military actions prompt global attention.
A Far East cable reports Boxer bands in China attacking villages near Pao-Tingsfu and Mau-Cheng, threatening Christians and displacing residents. Another faction near Pao Ting Bu axes depredations while a post at Minehenk prepares for action as towns suffer disorder amid the Great Wall expedition.
Odd Fellows celebrate their eighty second anniversary with a Washington ceremony. The event features a parade formation of members marching past the capital and remarks recalling the order's long standing presence in the district.
Exclusive wire reports April W Khe Sigbhit will tell the morrow that Britain seeks 20 million pounds for war efforts. The appeal signals a major financing measure amid ongoing conflict.
Police report a safe discovery showing blank stock certificates from the National Workiner County bank. Eleven certificates bore forged signatures of William Og. Millikin and Albert Story, suggesting loans across banks. Estimated total counterfeit stock may exceed 27 thousand dollars. Jones wife, also a stockholder, is missing and tied to the case.
The Eveline Wine weekly review notes continued brisk business despite adverse weather and rising steel rails to 28. Domestic manufacturing remains active while pig iron quiets. Wheat prices rise with corn as failures fall in the week across the United States and Cuba.
A cryptic report states that alleged kidnap suspects Henneh and Michel, described as band members, were detained near an encampment by the Potomac area. A detective was dispatched to Wellington to verify the incident and custody status amid ongoing inquiries.
Fragmentary text references military engineers and a project on a street. mentions an authority and ongoing operation. Details are garbled with nonsensical phrasing and misspelled terms, preventing clear identification of people, places, or dates.
Rebels seized Marguerite and plundered villages near Milianah in Oran province. Troops moved in, repulsed the rebels who fled to the mountains. one soldier killed, two officers wounded. A French squadron heads to the scene. rebellion described as pillage not political.
The Ohio River remained stationary near Cincinnati since early morning, with water at 0.65 feet and expected to rise no more than 59 feet. An estimated 1,000 residences have been flooded in Cincinnati's east end, plus damage to tenements and businesses. On the Kentucky side, cities including Covington Newport Belleview and Dayton face a similar surge. Evacuations and precautionary measures are underway ahead of Monday’s expected crest.
National Guard officers issued orders for rifle practice and summer encampments. First Brigade camps July 28 to August 27, Second Brigade August 17 to 24, Third Brigade July 20 to 27, with encampment bases and naval duty details to be announced.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss Hartetot and a three antirandie dispute involving Che And Mine Workers. References to insistent text about timing, location, and names are unreadable, leaving unclear outcomes or actions.
London bank managers say Japan faces no serious bank-wide crisis after recent failures. Most afflicted banks are small lending houses with caps under 5 000 or Cu000, and the stress stems from a large import surplus and 16 percent money cost. A whal(e) low fixation relief is hoped in the new budget.
Pretoria reports Boer forces suffered twelve killed twenty wounded forty seven captured and forty two surrendered. Lieutenant Held with twenty Bushmen captured south of Commies Drift Oliphant river surrounded and Boers surrendered. Central Whitehener notes four Boers killed one hundred ninety prisoners two thousand cattle six thousand sheep many wagons captured.
Porto Ricans in New York have written to Governor Allen via the Porto Rico commissioners requesting him to garnish a set of alleged business managers. The letter alleges widespread signing of credentials by business houses on the island and seeks swift action against those implicated.
The British steamship Sehraon ran aground between Shangial and TLendon in dense fog off Chinese waters. Captain Vibert commanded the vessel which drifted ashore near Roochow, with damage and compartments reportedly flooded.
Vienna April 16 The imperial government has submitted a bill authorizing four canal projects in the Danube Moldau and Vistula districts. Construction would begin in 104 with completion expected later. The project requires a loan totaling two hundred fifty million kronen at four percent, with further funds sought as needed.
Fragmentary report notes General French III and allied forces moving toward Uvhas's airdees, failing at Veedefort station during the jullwias in the extreme forth of the Orange River Colony. The text mentions orders and a Vithes publication but is largely garbled.
The readable portions are sparse and nonspecific with no identifiable people places or actions. The text appears garbled and offers no verifiable event or notice to summarize into a coherent item.
Local boxing figure and trainer known for guiding prominent fighters including defy Ballivem died at his home. The 61 year old was highly regarded in the sport for his coaching career and influence in the boxing community.
Fragmentary OCR text shows unreadable names and places. no clear event, date, or affiliation discernible. Unable to determine a coherent person, organization, location, or outcome for a factual card.
A garbled OCR passage lists numerous foreign and domestic place names and possible events. The text features scattered proper nouns such as Columbia New York and Bayo, with unclear references to people and activities, making it hard to determine a coherent story or date.
A damaged OCR fragment describes a mob incident involving a figure linked to a local venue and named individuals. The garbled text hints at a disputed event tied to a public figure and a possible trial or condemnation, but details are unclear.
Fragmentary OCR text lists scattered names and places with errors, including Winn Ghaughann and Scranton, Dyke, and April references, yielding an unreadable, incomplete local notice with no clear event or action.
The Saturday Review, in a preview from The Associated Press, claims Germany plans a larger navy aimed at future clashes with the United States. It argues German South American interests in Brazil and Chile drive designs there, suggesting Britain should avoid opposing Germany and notes an Anglo-American alliance to defend the Monroe Doctrine would clash with British interests.
The morning paper reports fair and warmer weather followed by assorted local items. It lists governance, editorial notes, social columns, a solicitor's opinion, and regional notices from Pennsylvania and nearby areas.
Five more blasts erupted at the electro chemical works in Hety Crelsheim following yesterday’s calamity. Residents flee towards Frankfurt as trains pause and guards scramble. Firemen and soldiers retreat amid chaos. deaths and injuries mount with tens missing.
A dispatch from Paris April 21 describes Colonel Marehand Major Marehand of the Pretivdremy leading a French expeditionary force plot to seize the dowager empress of China and her entourage using a method similar to Funston's capture of Agathnalia. Ministers reportedly would not assent though China is at peace with the powers.
An obscure report outlines a contract involving a street letter box and references to wine and various unidentified parties. The fragment mentions Hindley and a department head, with scattered phrases about a trial, dates, and a teledival event. The garbled text prevents a clear reconstruction of names, places, or outcomes.
Thomas F. Ketchum alias Black Jack, famed southwest desperado, was executed for a train robbery near Polson New Mexico. The rope broke but the fall killed him, ending a long trail of violence cited with a letter to President McKinley claiming innocence for others and naming alleged conspirators and victims.
The secretary of state resigns his post as United States consul general at Pretoria. The resignation takes effect tomorrow. A successor has not yet been chosen due to the high cost of living at Pretoria.
The article notes April observances across the region with typical civic activities and community turnout. Officials and residents joined ceremonies, reflecting common memorial traditions and local engagement.
Cuban officials led by General Betancourt say their talks aim to study the question of relations with the United States, not to present demands. They describe a fair, earnest exchange with US officials and note a favorable impression from dinners and discussions. The group will visit the White House and conclude with a report to the convention.
Ministers in San Domingo resign amid political turmoil. Details remain unclear as theExclusive wire reports shifting leadership and ongoing government instability affecting the capital and key municipal offices.
A damaged wire dispatch from Little Hook Arkansas reports a Missouri hail storm causing damage and disruption across several towns. The account mentions rainfall before and after the hail event with references to roads and local impacts in the St. Louis area.
In Rowhester Tornta a game took place with Mt Voweidence Providence scoring 35 while Maching at Al Budala Budalo Montreal recorded 4 and 1 in the brief notice. The OCR fragment provides sparse names and scores without clear context or full details.
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