Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Scranton Tribune in Scranton, Pennsylvania

Page 1

We have 17,918,174 pages in Pennsylvania

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 34 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1899

Page

1

Yaqui War Escalates Across Mexican Frontier

Dispatches from Mexico City and Los Angeles describe a growing Yaqui insurrection with Indians forming armies along the river. Reports cite attacks on travelers, the burning of vessels, and claims of 2,000 to 5,000 American miners endangered. Analysts estimate 40,000 Mexican troops may be needed to suppress the rebellion.

Chicago The Tribune City of Mexico Cyaymar Gack Ramsey Ki Miller Medaro Aurilie F. Paredes Anay Alimos Mare River Angel Garvin Pena Ton Carlie Hale Merchent Hall Wilbern Torres Bacum Plate Los Angeles Mureshall Wright Judge Wright Kansas City Wright Filys Mics Austin Tex Casa Oravides Harvell Massiere Tle Arnold Livy

World Gold Production Estimates for 1805

The mint director estimates world gold production in 1805 will reach about 204 million to 250 million dollars. Africa leads with 80 million, Australia 67.5 million, United States 64.4 million, Russia 25 million, Mexico 9.1 million, Canada 14.6 million. For 1804 Africa's output was 58.1 million, United States 57.0 million, Australia 55.7 million, Russia 41.4 million, Mexico 9.43 million, Canada 0.6 million. The total for 1805 is 257.0 million. the United States had held first place for nearly fifty years. The world output in 1804 was about 202.7 million.

Washington, Ave Mint Africa Australia United States Russia Mexico Canada Klondike Afric Russha

Ambush Report From Swat Valley Dispatch

A native officer Buin dur with Major Alchurman of the Swat valley column was shot dead by a Repoy. The assailant was immediately shot by a commissioned officer of the mime regiment.

London Ave Biml Buindur Alchurman Swat Mime

Plenary Council Sparks Interest Among South Central Clergy

Washington observers note strong interest in the plenary council of the clergy from South and Central America. The independent hierarchy in these republics forms a distinct church authority separate from the United States. Final report expected after Rome meetings, with Cuba and Puerto Rico church status unsettled.

Washington South Central America United States Central American Republica Rome Spain Boath Cuba Porto Rivo

Small Pox Outbreak Spurs Swift Action in Pittsburg

Pittsburg Pennsylvania August 4. The small pox outbreak in the city prompts decisive measures. Dr. Benjamin F. Lee of Philadelphia and Dr. William W. Welch of Philadelphia arrive to assist local health authorities. They meet with Crosby Gray Dr. Stanley Rinehart and Dr Bol. Tayor at the Duquesne hotel to discuss containment. East Pittsburg Wilmerding Bagot Pittsboro Homestead report mild cases but risk if unchecked as cold weather approaches. Wholesale vaccination is urged and further county planning will follow the investigation.

Pittsburg Aus Benjamin F. Lee Philadelphia Hend of William W. Welch Lee and Welch Hotel Duquesne Crosby Gray Bureau of Health Stanley Rinehart Bol. Taylor East Pittsburg Wilmerding Bower Hill Bagot Pittsboro Homestead

Affair With Hayti Uneasy Ties in Port Au Prince

Aug 4 The recent seizure of M. Du Vivier by armed police in Port au Prince sparks calls for full reparation. US Minister William C. Powell signals demand for redress while declining to give details, citing a tense situation.

Powell Port Aw Prince M. du Vivier William Rr. Powell

Dewey Reception Receives Mississippi Troop Inquiry

New York August 4 the Dewey reception committee answered Adjutant General Henry of Mississippi that the city would entertain all soldiers who wish to join the land parade. Offers from patriotic societies asking for places in the parade have been declined and accepted.

New York Dewey Hank Henry Mississippi Foster

Churchill and family entangled in wartime encasement report

The report concerns Winston Churchill and relatives disputing a claimed encasement involving his mother and other titled figures. The Associated Press is asked to clarify details amid conflicting accounts from peers and family.

Cowrs Lo of Wight Atu Winston Leonard Spencer Churchill Randolph Churchill Associated Press Opmm Cornwallia Wert Neuty Heese Sethi Cornwall West

Start Pointer Aims To Break World Record At Charter Oak

Cleveland reports Start Pointer will race at Charter Oak Driving Park Hartford for the first time this season with a 1.50 percent pace. Cannon Agguet will attempt to surpass the world record held by him. Prize money includes $800 for breaking the mark, with Hoorethy W. Basle closing the contract today.

Cleveland Charter Oak Driving Park Hatford Cannon Agguet 1 Hoorethy W. Basle

Age 4 Hanged in Charkeenton County Jail Mystery

In Charkeenton British Columbia two youths Jamen Phelps and Sam Bailey were hanged in the county jail from the Mint wCafold at 11 o’clock this morning. Phelps killed a policeman and Bailey killed a companion in a quarrel over caurse.

Charkeenton Jamen Phelps Sam Bailey Phelps Bailey

Governor General declines Chicago visit amid Alaskan boundary tensions

Mr Fitzpatrick returns from Ottawa reporting Sir Wilfrid Laurier’s aide declines invitation to Chicago for the cornerstone ceremony of a major Post Office building. The governor general cites harsh U.S. press sentiment on the boundary dispute and fears for safety at a large crowd gathering. A reconsideration is promised.

Washington PF. W. Fitz Patrick Treasury Department Oraiwo Chicaga Chatee McKintey Chilewaen Eenewal Asia United States Chicago Mr. Fitzpatrick Sir Wilfred Tucaga Fitzpatrick Wilfred

New Haven Telegraphers threaten strike over grievances

In New Haven on August 4 a Railroad Telegraphers unit official said most NYNH&H Mailroad operators favor striking if railway officials refuse to hear their complaints. About two hundred operators polled with all but nine backing a strike. Officials would listen to grievances only if approached directly, not by union outsiders.

New Haven Conn Railroad Telegraphers’ Unit New York, New Haven

Dewey Leaves Trieste After Tepid Reception

London reports a Berlin correspondent says Admiral Dewey departed Trieste earlier than planned due to a poorer reception than expected. The Komische Zeitung suggests Austria Spain relations and the Hixleton incident may have influenced the decision.

London Berlin The Standard Sage Dewey Trieste Komische Zeitung Austria Spain Hixleton

Boston rider breaks multiple bicycle records in Philadelphia

Hume Pierce of Boston set new marks at Woodside Park track in Philadelphia. He tallied records for two to five miles, clocking 14.? for the first mile and rapid splits the second mile in 1.04, with improvements noted on three to five mile times despite unclear figures.

Philadelphia Avi Woodside Park Hume Pierce Boston mMeter Jie Kowreth

Pennsylvania Pensions Washington August 4 Update

Brief item from Washington reports on pension discussions in Pennsylvania with references to notable figures including Smith and Bradford. The fragment mentions a meeting or decision affecting pension policy and local administration.

President McKinley Enjoys Summer Outing at Plattsburg

Abner McKinley arrived from New York for a short stay. Captain Dodd of the Third Cavalry visited the president and plans with Secretary Root to end the Philippines war. A yacht offer from De W. Lewn Webb was accepted for the president to witness Lake Champlain Yacht Club races.

Plattsburg N. Y Abner McKinley New York McKinley Dodd Third United States Cavalry Tailin- Pines Fatty Root Philippines de W. Lewn! Webb Shelburne Farms Mre. McKinles Vicw Mra. Hobart

America S Financial Power Recognized by London Trade Review

London’s weekly trade review notes smaller July failures than any month in memory and acknowledges U S financial strength. It cites gold movements from New York to London, large imports, and strong demand for wool, pig iron, and plates, with high prices but rising production and export activity.

New York Dun & Company Whield London Bank of England Cchnnet Exchange Sydney San Francisco Bessemer Pittsburg Grey Forge Chimieltle Philadelphia Pittenbure Allanthe Nour United States Canada

Milwaukee shooting at Soldiers' Home injures and kills

Milwaukee Wis Aug 4 David Anderson fatally wounded Captain Thomas St Pollock and seriously injured Michael Mullet at the Soldiers home He attempted arrest Pollock and Mullet was left holding in the arm All the inmates of the home were shocked by the incident.

Milwwaukwe Wis David Anderson Thomas St. Pollock Michael Mullet Pollock Agederson Mullen Arroel

Tragedy at Woodhind Hotel: Jobo Sehichaber shoots wife

In Oliveland Avenue 4 A teamster Jobo Sehichaber shot his wife four times at the Woodhind hotel this afternoon and then killed himself with a bullet to the heart. The woman died an hour later at St. Alexis hospital. Jealousy is cited as the motive.

Oliveland, Ave Jobo Sehi¢haber Woodhind St. Alexis Hospital

Health officials pursue missing veterans amid yellow fever scare

In Philadelphia on August 4 Colonel Lewis Woehler sought the ten Hampton VA Soldiers' Home furlough veterans. Surgeon General Wyman could not provide addresses. General McMahon and Inspector General Smith ordered 2400 hospital mattresses and 100 complete tents to Hampton to isolate and fumigate the home.

Philadelphia Lewis Woehler Bureau of Health National Soldiers Hampton Fiood Wyman Marine Hosplital Service Woodfin Norfolk Martin de McMahon New York Soldiers’ Home Andrew J. Smith Hartford Medical Department Port Memes Josiah Simpson Hospital Oes Hampton Wome Dee Hihi Delphia Cape Chartes Ine Vai Macrine Washinngton Hampton Home Lluneds Ludington Canada Chicago Credtes Hagoe Florida

Funeral of Col Hawkins in San Francisco

The body of Colonel Hawkins of the Tenth Pennsylvania will receive military honors in San Francisco tomorrow afternoon. The Tenth Pennsylvania will have leadership positions and General Shatter orders a military escort. Volunteers at the Presidio attend. the body will be shipped east to Washington Pennsylvania, with Chaplain Hunter in charge en route.

San Pfrancisco Alt. Hawkins Tenth Pennsylvania Knights’ ‘Tem- Plat Shatter Presidio Chantain Hunter Tenth Pennsylvania Regiment Hawkins Washington, Pa

Astor in Effigy Amid Longacre Square Riot

In New York on August 4 a crowd of hundreds witnessed Dr. Seldon Crowe ignite an effigy of William Waldorf Astor in Longacre Square. Crowe, who organized the event, recruited locals with offers of pay and brought the figure to a wagon scene before setting it ablaze and delivering a bitter speech before police interruptions.

New York William Waldorf Astor Longacre Square Seldon Crowe Crowe Astor Anthony Kemnerer Dr. Crowe Mr. Astor

Naska on Tintin Kills Three and Wounds Two in New Orleans

In New Orleans on August 4, Frank Naska aboard Tintin Wie opened fire at 1 oclock killing three people and wounding two others. The victims were his countrymen. the motive and details remain unclear.

New Orleans Frank Naska John Naska Vielima

Vice President Ho Barton Visits Juke Champlain on Ten Day Trip

New York Aug 4 Vice President Ho bart left Long Hranch for Juke Champlain on a ten day visit to President McKinley. He appeared in good health when departure was made.

New York Hobart Long Hranch Juke Champlain McKinley

Big Cyclone Destroys Florida Towns and Ships

Aug 4 report from River Junction Florida details a catastrophic cyclone that obliterated Carrabelle Metatere and Lanark Inn. A passenger train derailed injuring many. Mary Williams dies in Carrabelle. fifteen ships wrecked on Dog Island and nearby shores. widespread destitution. relief expected but insurance deemed insufficient.

St. George’s Dog Islands Gulf

Cut Throats of Three Children Shocking Crime

Susquehanna Mia Ave 4 reported Charles Yager a 40 year old man living near the town killed his three children ages 4 to 12 with a razor then killed himself. Neighbors found the bodies in an adjoining room where the father lay on the floor, the razor nearby. Yager described as an industrious widower and the act as likely the result of temporary mental aberration.

Chas. Yager Brandt Susquehanna Mia Charles V Yusor Bian Thie Minoe Yager Yyuger

Smiths' Fight Draws Twenty Five Rounds

New York reports a longtime bout ending in a draw as Dilly Smith from this city and Andy Walst of Brooklyn fought 25 rounds at the Browway Athletic club. Chicago dispatch notes Bill Smith of Philadelphia pairing with Billy Ratchford of Chicago for six rounds at Fort Dearborn Athletic.

New York Dilly Smith Andy Walst Brooklyn Browway Athletic Club Chicago Bill Smith Philadelphia Billy Ratchford Fort Dearborn Athletic Club

Fever Germs Alarm Not Raised in Hazleton

Hazleton Pa Aug 4 health officials reported no wider outbreak after a soldier from the Seldiern home at Moamptan Unity 23 and a local veteran were notified. The customary ten days for yellow fever germ incubation expired without alarm or new cases observed.

Hazleton Seldiern Moamptan Unity

Unsettled Weather and Scranton News Snapshot

The morning bulletin notes unsettled weather, a staccato mix of general and local items. It highlights regional reports from Scranton including industrial news, religion, and local meetings amid broader notices and snippets.

General Jiminez Publishes Plans Amid San Domingo Tensions

General Juin Jal Dro Jiminez denies plans to lead an expedition against the San Domingo government and says he will not declare hostility. He rejects US interference, expresses hope for friendly relations with Washington, and notes Dominicans urge him to return, though he prefers delay.

Ag Ie Heutesux Cuba Kime Tinew Hameon Cheers San Dinligo United States Houreaux Jlinines Incogenito Ban Daemings San Domingo

Air Trust Formed in Trenton for Sterilizing System

A trust in Trenton forms the American Baritized Ate and Transportation em with capital 206,000 and capitalized pipes of information. The secretary of state confirms the creation to develop a sterilizing dehydrating and cooling system for refrigerating purposes.

Trenton Atte Xtuite

Miners' Wages Advanced by Pennsylvania Coke Company

Altoona August 4 The Frugaliin Cond and Coke company owned largely by Supreme Court Justice John Dean with main offices in Philadelphia has granted its miners a voluntary increase per ton.

Altoona Supreme Court John Dean Philadelphi

New Orleans Cruiser Arrives to Protect Americans in Santo Domingo

Washington dispatch reports the cruiser New Orleans has reached Santo Domingo to safeguard American interests in case of unrest. The move signals U S readiness to intervene if violence or instability threatens citizens and property.

Washington Aum New Orleans Bante Domingo Cas

Weather outlook for Baturday and Bunday in Pennsylvania

Unsettled weather with likely showers on Baturday and Bunday. Continued high temperatures and fresh southerly winds are forecast across the state in this period.

Washington Torepeteta Pennsylvania

Also Mentioned on This Page

Conflict Hayti Dewey Reception New York City Star Pointer Wilfred Laurier Pennsylvania Pensions Oneida County Oneida Ty T. Hui Sismalt Park Oriskany Monument Show Dermot Kay Belie Learth Rufus Duerett Coorgee TH Cortellet America Yellow Jack McMahon McMuahon Colonel Staith Col. Hawkins Mr. Hobart River Junction Lanark Inn Here Carribelle Ous Mctotyre Carrabelle Tallahassee Cher Gia Railroads Tance Mingis Mary Williams iMand Cworge’s and Phoyishinda Rawl Gators Tug Corras Belie the Smiths Billy Plain Bill Newe Borla the Poor Board Atlantic League Linzie Seranton Scranton Jiminez
Search Courier

Search the Scranton Tribune Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Scranton Tribune?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication