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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1899

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Paris Turmoil as Anarchists Sack Churches and Clash with Police

Paris sees major unrest sparked by anarchists linked to La Peuple and La Petite Republique. Faure and Faureot led crowds through Place de la Republique and disrupted St Ambroise and St Joseph churches, with windows smashed and altars torn. Police and Republican guards battled mobs, dozens injured and hundreds detained, as demonstrations spread toward Place de la Nation and Boulevard Magenta.

Pats Paris la Peuple la Petite Republique Mnartechists Scvlatiste Hotenger Digobilers Sebastien Faure Fahetiot Shore Fred M. Gul- Tier Mace de la Nation Lelma Werianedind Faure Herr Mace de la Republicque Joseph Jettler Dean Perrin Nate TrRuu D' Phe Wees Place de Ta Republieque Wis Binkdenty St Ambroise Oe Dorboy Hue St. Mott Papineswort 81. Joseph Abbe Lacour Bitteriny Aue Seetendiy Rue de Chalirot Rue de Chatrot

Rioters Expelled by Police After Courtyard Refuge Taken

A crowd of rioters sought refuge in the Gare de L'Etat courtyard and were expelled by police who made twenty five arrests. Quiet returned as fires were quenched and mobs dispersed. The attack targeted church property in the city’s poorest quarter while the fashionable districts saw no disorder.

Pollce Paris Gare de L' Fete Peice Vive L'Armee Pe Magenta Houlevard de Strasbourg Fred

General Mercier Refuses Statement On Dreyfus Issue

Rennes August 20 General Mercier who led war ministry at Dreyfus trial declines to comment. His son relays that foreigners misled by press will see verdict soon as Dreyfus condemned. Labour’s health worsens delaying testimony.

Rennes Mercier Dreyfus Associatid Press Mereler Theiy Press Dreymaund Dreyfnue Associated Press Mutire Labour General Mercier Bork M. Labor M. Labert Mo Demande

Porto Rico Supplies Arrive For Relief Effort

Five hundred tons of supplies for Puerto Rico relief were loaded on the transport Panther in Philadelphia. About 400 tons more are expected to arrive tomorrow morning, with the ship to sail tomorrow afternoon. Lieutenant Commander Aaron Ward plans to direct the Panther to Porto Rico unless ordered otherwise by War Secretary Rowe.

Philadelphia Utle Dakranly Aaron Ward Porto Rico Ward Baltimore

Tragic Death in Maryevilly Linked to Teen Fight

In Maryevilly Missouri on August 3 Albert Anderson age 12 or 13 was killed by Thomas Downing age 17 during a quarrel. Anderson struck Downing with a whip and Downing picked up a rock and struck Anderson in the temple, killing him instantly.

Maryevilly Albert Anederson Allison Thomas Downing Anderson Downing Anderton

Four Men Die in Store Duel at Lake Eni Hatchie Parish

Report from Lake Eni in Hatchie parish describes a deadly store duel between Callie Brown Robert Lee Brown and Dr W H Glover on one side and BG Freeman on the other. Freeman and Callie Brown exchanged gunfire earlier. four men died in the exchange. Freeman wounded and Brown killed as Brown left the doorway. All parties described as prominent locals with ties to lawmen and business.

Shreveport Lake Eni Hatchitoches Callie Brown Robert Lian Brown W. H. Glover BG. Freeman Freeman Dr. Glover Robert Lee Brown Brown Sherif Freeman Hatchitoches Parish Jover Brown Brothers

Cuban authority blunder over forged signature arrest

In Havana Mr Harris a clerk at the governor general’s headquarters was arrested on charges of forging a signature attributed to General Chaffee in a $4000 matter. His wife faced similar suspicions. Civil authorities kept them twelve hours incommunicado despite military orders against such detention and then released them with an apology. The clash centers on civil versus military jurisdiction.

Havans Harris Ceneral Admir Chaffer Brooke Attemm Chaffee

Roosevelt Joins McKinley Visit at Plattsburg Services

President McKinley and Secretary of the Interior Mitcheouk travel to Plattsburg and attend First Presbyterian Church where Pastor Gamble preaches Hebrews chapter 9. Vice President Hibert is ill and receiving medical attention. Governor Roosevelt and Mrs. Ponse vel arrive with a special Sun day train and discuss the Ohio campaign ahead of September.

Plattsburge S. C McBinley Mitcheouk Plattsburg First Presbyterian Church Joseph Gamble Hebrews Hibert Roosevelt

Major Harrison III in Cuba amid yellow fever scare

Major Harrison III and Inspector General Thussell Harrison face a yellow fever scare as authorities isolate him. The Cristo outpost moved quarters last month. no new cases in the city. Fever control measures and quarantine rites are underway, with patients monitored and movement restricted.

Ely Teidaarters Sentiace Dail

More Fighting at Santo Domingo

Reports from Cape Maytim to Port au Prince detail renewed clashes as government troops push toward Monte Cristi and San Pedro Macorla proclaims a revolution in support of General Jimines. A Hu Haitian advance blocks insurgent movements along the frontier while ships patrol to prevent a Jimites landing.

Cape Naytim Maytl Aue San Cernn- Ingo Monte Cristi San Pedro Macwrla Jimines Port Au Prince Hayti Ave Chupev Miaterovara Flehring Haytien Miniater Cordero Port Theraly War Veesele Jimites

Brooke Releases Jiminez After Arrest in Havana

Report claims General Juan Jimines, heir to the San Domingo presidency, was seized aboard a steamer at Clenfiega and released by Major General Brooke orders. Washington and local officials dispute who authorized the arrest, with customs and police cited in varying accounts.

Brooke Jiminez Gomez Havana Ate Juan Leider Jimines San Domingo Clenfiega James H. Wilton Matanzas Santa Lara Cwky Jimines Posetee Diarho Ge Marina Chenfuemon Marlo Washington Figuero San Domine Michuster Cute Ran Domingo Maximo Comex Gomex Wilson Rbrenke Thaly

Santo Domingo presidential hopeful Jiminez leaves Cuba objecting to arrest

Jiminez, Santo Domingo’s presidential aspirant, departed from Cienfuegos aboard the Palama heading to Manzanillo and Santiago de Cuba. He criticized his arrest, saying his mission is peaceful, unarmed, and aimed at peacefully assuming the presidency. He urged closer U S relations once in office.

Havana Jhillan Isidra Jiminex Santo Domingo Clenfuegos Palama Manzanillo Santiago de Cuba Union Hotel Clty Mangrille Associated Presse Molineley Canton Washingtog Ritter Ameriaas

Weather and politics mix with local and world news

Weather today fair and warmer. Reports cite General Mercier decline to be interviewed amid global and Philippine clashes. White discusses peace conference work as baseball spring training and commerce news appear. Clergy and editorials note on faith and medicine. Judge Archbald to appear at Harrisburg convention amid Scranton area updates. Industrial news rounds out the brief.

Head on Collision Near Norristown Injures Thirty

A head on trolley collision occurred today on the Norristown Chestnut Hill and Roxborough line in Plymouth township, Montgomery county. Thirty persons were injured, with several listed as badly hurt or seriously injured and taken to Charity Hospital at Norristown.

Pe- Pubcan Bunlevaril de Majenta Hethorise Avenue de Tailleboure Journ da People Sebastian Faure Momirchiste Dreyfus Tmuanifesta Anarchiste Transnet Rochefort Drumont Philadelphia Norristown Chestnut Hill Roxborowsh Plymouth Township Misterery County Charity Hospital John Parsons Tiba Dricken Wil Vom Wiartsine Mes Bridget Nunan Hods Julia Moeshiin Norma Mise Allen McClulgan Phi. Delphia Alee Heapiral

Warne Arrest Reported With Dak. Regiment Tie

Minneapolis dispatch reports Dr Warne major surgeon of the South Dakota regiment under investigation following a confrontation with Col Alfred Freret. Cablegram from Neagnisatil Japan references the case and possible outcomes, including continued service or return to material duties.

Pertignrew Fe Warne Alfred 5. Frioet Marita

Bonds of Union Pacific Issued Across Nation

A Gaines dispatch reports Chicago Aug 2 special says Quiles men aim to seize funds from the treasury via a court order. Decatur’s Aden Matern aids efforts to recover a federal bond issue tied to early construction loans. Bonds totalling 64,000,000 are discussed with evasive claims of treasury concealment and a long-deceased Charls Durkey linked to prior ownership.

Chicago Tribune Gaines Aden Matern Decatur Treasury Washington Ty Chars Durkey The Dirkes Canieta

Murder at Paulsboro Ends in Fatal Shooting

Edward Rich of Schenevus New York was shot through the heart by his brother in law William J Haugh in Paulsboro North Carolina. Haugh was arrested as investigators weigh whether the killing was murder or an accident amid a house visit and prior dispute.

Edward Rich Haugh Philadelphia Schenevus Omega County N.Y William J Haugh Paulsboro N. C Rin Riehi Hugh Paul Epiel Holmesburg Havin Radcliffe Gever

Plague Outbreaks Reported in Europe

Lisbon reports the Rubonia plague spreading with a cordon around Onoorto. Madrid notes three new Dubente plague cases in Oporto described as mild. Boanlah consul faces prosecution for not notifying the Spanish government.

Lisbon Onoorto Madrid Ave Oporto

Fragmentary Omaha Notice Recounts Voter Aid Plan

The readable text describes a Nebraska volunteer group and a state front listed on a frayed August notice. Mentions of a prominent citizen, a governor, and a meat provider hint at a public aid or trade event and a required state emergency action.

Onmatiun Mani Thompson Patoolitt

Rumors Stir Over Command Change Plans at Lake Champlain

Washington reports rumors of a possible change in command as General Wesley Merritt prepares for a presidential conference this week. Secretary Riot contends with options while Mr Roots undertakes a protective trip, fueling speculation of a shift in troop leadership aboard ships near Lake Champlain.

Washington Aug. S Lake Champlain Wesley Merritt Roots

Colonial Office Denies Ultimatum Sent to South African Republic

The colonial office rejects claims that Secretary of State for the Colonies Joseph Chamberlain issued an ultimatum to the government of the South African Republic regarding the Outlanders demands. The denial was printed this morning by the People.

London Colonial Office Joseph Chamberlatin South Afelan

Tragic Freight Train Accident Claims Teen des Town

William Honsel aged 14 died after losing both legs and an arm when he fell from a freight train en route home from a testing trip. He was taken to the county hospital where he died.

William Honsel Thie

Soldier James P L Young Killed by Freight Train in Evanston

Private James PL Young of Company D Thirtieth infantry was killed by a freight train in Evanston today. He had served in the Philippines and recently joined the Spanish War era Indiana regiment. He resided at Mechanicaburg PI and was part of the One Hundred and Eighty-fifth Indiana regiment.

Chine Aug James PL Young Evanston Philippines Mechanicaburg One Hundred and Eighty-ffth Indiana

Monten Pledges Mine to Resume Operations in Twenty Days

President John M. Monten of the Dinthel Aine Waparke of America announced after talks with Panan mine owners that operations will resume within twenty days. The meeting, held in Pann, focused on mine restoration and stability for the region.

Bordelielli Aue Sh -Atala John M. Monten Dinthel Aine Waparke America Pann

Port movement scheme linked to cargo and duties

An Alm. Secretary aide telegraphed New York authorities to permit in bond export to Porto Rico for tornado victims aboard a transport without duty on coffee. The plan aimed to arrive at Porto Rico and cancel the bond on a certificate levied by the military collector of customs.

Washington, Alm

Insurgents Driven Back In Philippine Engagements

A lieutenant of the Twelfth Infantry was killed and another wounded near Angeles as American forces repelled a large insurgent force. Lt Cole and his men rout insurgents entrenched in Negros mountains. six rifles and ammunition seized, nine attackers killed. Dispatch recounts additional clashes at Tihuan Negros and notes Lt Alfred W. Drew killed and Lt Willis Mine wounded. Drew was Texas born, ex Texas volunteer major.

Drew Laguna Bay Calamba Washington War Department Willis Mine Sane Flint Alfred WW Drew MenConed Texas Military Acadents Ith United States Infantry Spain Texas Volunteer Infinitey

War Department Casualty Roster From Manila

A garbled dispatch lists soldiers associated with the war department near Manila dated August 2. Names include Alice W. Lord of the Twelfth Infantry and Jose Morte of the Ninth Infantry, with entries suggesting illness or injury. Other entries mention John P. Lamh and various unit designations.

Woehington Ange Manila Alice W. Lord Thei Foyver Teuton Jose Morte Jeti Smith William J.eerivan John PL Dinh Peurth Iifertiry

Resignation of Rev Maddock Rocks Girls’ School Board

The Rev Maddock resigns as trustee of the girls’ industrial school amid family and school turmoil. Mrs Eyler’s condition is not serious though she remains nervous. Governor Voorhees may be asked to act as the Adirondacks and hospital concerns are noted as officials consider the next steps.

Trenton J. Aue Theo Charpy Maddock Homer Voorlees Girls’ Industrial Scholai Miaghilock Treme Sons Adirondacks Governon Pee Gunn

Probable double murder reported in Huntington area

A drunken attack with a pan axe left a white woman named Mary Winters and neighbor John Reemsport seriously injured. Suspect Hasil Heil, a licensed tailor, was involved and fled after the assault. Authorities note both victims are not expected to recover.

Huntington Aue Iris Hasil Heil Piraiohor Mary Wincom Hell John Reemsport Mises Winters Bell Dale

Trustings, Neh Aue Sh Word in BHOETIOG Court Case

Fragmentary report describes an alleged plot involving Mies Viala Horkhoker who faced an accusation of contacting Ute Mire and sending a box of undetermined items to Charles A. Morey. Proceedings mention an insane asylum in Jacksonville.

Mies Viala Horkhoker Mire Charles A. Morey Jacksonville

Weather Forecast for Washington Area Turns Warmer

Forecasters predict a warm Monday with continued high temperatures. A Pacific cold front is expected to bring thunderstorms and cooler air by Tuesday with fresh southerly winds.

Washington, Ave Monlay Tuenlay

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