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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1899
Page
1
Mme Henry defends her husband as strong guard and court scene applauds Picquart as he testifies for Dreyfus innocence. Bertulus and Henry questioned about Esterhazy links while labori courted, police kept public distant amid tense courtroom moment.
Rio Janeiro August 17 Argentine congressmen leave Brazilian senate and chamber of deputies amid unusual honors. Brazilian officials greet Argentine warships San Martin Buenos Ayres and Patria with President Campos Salles giving a speech to Roca about peace and harmony with neighbors and a possible Latin republic free of prejudice toward the United States.
United States and Japan push exports to China. consul notes rapid growth across many imports. Germany and Russia lag behind as American trade expands, with the U S seeking to outrun European rivals in the Chinese market and command major share of foreign shipments.
Towamda Maine reports Judge Die refers a new trial to William Henry who was recently convicted of second degree murder in the killing of George Rutledge of Seattle Washington. Henry reportedly attempted suicide by hanging last night after failing to end his life by other means. Earlier this February he sought to hang himself in his cell but survived.
A distorted report describes a nighttime rail protest with Clive Ave and supporters gathering in the dozens or thousands. The procession moved along a consolidated line before stones were thrown and police attempted to disperse the crowd. the outcome is not clearly stated.
President and Sie, McKinkey and party will depart for Pittsburgh on Friday evening August 3 instead of Sunday travel as previously planned. Officials indicate changes to the schedule due to travel concerns.
Newport reports Ward and Davis defeated Ware and Hon to win the title in Houblen. The match ended with a score indicating a decisive victory.
A condensed notice mentions Pennsylvania pensions and a August rescue linked to William Reurdell in Dallas Lugurne. Details are sparse but the item ties financial aid to notable individuals and a regional location. Further context is unclear from the fragment.
The War Department plans to send ten regiments to reinforce General Otis in the Philippines. Volunteers already enrolled will be sent immediately, with new regiments to follow as organized. Recruitment will favor New England and the central western states, with limited effort in southern states due to earlier difficulties.
On the Colorado and Northern line between Folsom and Dee Molinie a night attempt to rob a southbound train was frustrated. Messenger Pred Bartlett was shot in the face, jaw shattered, conductor Frank Harrington wounded slightly, and a single assailant named George Stevens, injured, claimed responsibility as the first in this crime. Stevens was to be brought to Trinidad.
Philadelphia August session sees two long debates on war policy and union rules. A resolution condemns the war and calls the U N to a verdict, while another adopts a ban on foreigners and foreladies joining the garment workers union.
Jim Praney suffered injuries in a bout with Frank Mitty Nell yesterday. He failed to regain consciousness in the afternoon and remained unconscious.
The grand lodge of Knights of Pythias in Penna debated funding for lodge growth and a proposed sanitarium project. They selected Horwitzburg as next meeting site and elected officers for the Grand Temple Ladies Auxiliary, with Fraternal members from Reading Allentown New Castle and others noted.
Senator Tillman denounces whitecappers terrorizing Negroes and urges Tolberts to be dealt with if they stir up race trouble. He warns Republicans will use the South’s election laws to cut Congress representation while condemning mob violence and accusing outsiders of exploiting the crisis.
Albert Lewis of the Hesper reports that when the ship’s cargo was discharged at Tsintau the crew refused to return despite signed orders. A German war vessel commander ordered their detention, with the crew allegedly citing cruel treatment by Captain Sodergreen as the reason.
The Virginia Iron, Magnet and Coke Company of Bristol has acquired the Lanny Creek coal mines of the Interstate Coal Company. Reported price is around 500,000 dollars. The mines lie near the Virginia Southern line, which is to be extended to the site. Five hundred coke ovens will be built to supply coke for Eastern Tennessee and Southwestern Virginia operations.
Montes Ave reports Wilki Weir and A Smith, former president and director, arrested for issuing false statements to the government. Smith not yet secured bail. Lemieux the accountant, previously arrested, pled. J J Herbert the paving teller charged with stealing over a significant sum and at large.
Walter Wellman and crew return to Tromsor with grim Arctic memories. A northern trek through harsh ice, a deadly crevasse injury to Wellman, and an icequake that crushed dogs and gear marked their perilous journey. Despite losses, they chart new lands north of Freedom Island and report scientific progress by Baldwin Holma and Harland.
The Irish Catholic Benevolent Union in convention in Philadelphia discussed a proposed central fund funded by a 5 percent levy from member societies to aid financially strained members. The amendment to remove “Trish” from the union’s title failed, and Daniel Duffy was elected president with a slate of officers. Next year’s meeting will be in Trenton.
Pittsburg, Aue Hev John T Murphy, former president of Dioly Ghert College, has been recalled to serve in Ireland. He is named president of Black Hook College in the suburb of Dublin, with Parker Murphy noted as a related figure.
In Brantley Alabama Avie 17 and Charles Jlurt attempted assault were reported. A mob of about one men reportedly led the victim into the woods near a jail at night where he was killed.
The secretary of war assigns receivers for Porta ico sufferers. the relief committee of the Menchonis association reports receiving 570 in aid. The New York maritime exchange relief fund totals 4214 dollars for relief efforts.
Paris reports a suspect named Vall arrested on a charge linked to a bid to alter the government form. Authorities mention a suspected plot involving political overhaul plans and related conspiratorial activity.
Morning Telegram reports warmer weather and varied local notes. General-Dreville hearse testimony in Mie Favor appears among scattered items. Regional updates include baseball results and transportation briefings.
London reports a Johannesburg correspondent says the Transvaal government plans to offer a five year franchise retroactive and unrestricted by limits and extend the gold fields representation in the Volksraad to a fourth, exceeding Milner's fifth demand. Caution urged to ensure real reform with solid guarantees.
The Huffalo News reports Roosevelt stating he will not be a vice presidential candidate under any circumstances. He emphasizes to close friends that he would not accept nomination if Hobart is not chosen, and he has urged support for Vice President Herbart. The piece notes strong expectations of a Roosevelt run only if conditions align.
Manila dispatch reports Filipino forces repulsed by American garrison then driven to the mountains after a morning clash at Angeles. Three ditched locomotives captured. no U S casualties. Reporter CT Spencer of Kentucky killed during the action at Angels.
A meeting of the Dewey celebration committee circulated a presage from Admiral Powey summing to avoid pressuring reports that the administration would go to Washington before the celebration. The note outlined parade details and a timeline with dates, including preparations for a Sunday parade.
An American explorer Alfred Hehtend and Leen are mentioned with the Meritioh Legion of Honor. The chamber of deputies adopted four government measures. Professor John BR. Baler continued its Venezuelan hearing before the Anglo-Venezuelan commission in Paris as the court adjourned to August 36.
Washington reports General Otis dispatch that MacArthur's troops have occupied from Cundulin to Angeles in Pampanga, seizing the central province and threatening insurgent strongholds. The advance marks a major push against rebel forces, with limited volunteer support and consolidation of key towns including Angeles and Manila approaches.
Fragmentary forecast notes indicate a Washington area forecast with references to Friday and Saturday, mentioning warmer temperatures and brisk winds. The readable text is inconsistent and lacks complete details or timing for specific conditions or temperatures.
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