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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1894
Page
1
Washington Aug 25 President Cleveland expresses objections to the German substitute for Wilson ideal but gives no clear indication on signing or vetoing the tariff bill. Democrats remain hopeful a signature may come, while others warn against discrediting the measure.
A man believed to be William Clark head of the Clark family was arrested in Philadelphia after a bullet-scarred wagon linked to recent robberies near Princeton and elsewhere in New Jersey. He denied the name, claimed no family, and was held on $800 bail pending New Jersey authorities.
A pamphlet titled What Do Then bings Mean is being widely distributed to workers in Kansas City. It claims the end of the world is near and links the recent railroad strike to the prophecy. Published by the International Liberty association, the office could not specify an exact date.
A tariff drafting error in the McKinley era bill introduces two conflicting paragraphs. The text in No 500 and No 587 about coal and stores creates confusion. Section 441 misreads prohibit unfolding all preceding provisions, risking broad unintended restrictions.
A fragment notes a plan to make anthracite coal free, but the paragraph states the coal cannot be unloaded as intended. The text suggests logistical or policy obstacles prevent the proposed free dispensation from being implemented.
A report from Flowery Kingdom Phila describes Henry A. Gardner, the Altoona bank cashier who vanished with over 100,000 in funds, said seen in the city and linked to a missing patient named Mrs Gordon. Superintendent Linden disputes the lead and notes investigators suspect Gardner is heading toward China or Japan, with a Portland sighting adding weight to the rumor.
The Star and Herald reports Indians in Carangas killed Magistrate Arce and his son after surrounding a priest's house. The son was tortured killed in front of his father, their bodies desecrated as cannibalistic rites were carried out. A Chilean dissident, ex president Arce, is not the victim. Also, the steamer Longavi wrecked near Carahue with unknown deaths.
The Evangelical Lutheran Synod, covering most of the United States, opened at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. The body includes 800 clergymen, 100 lay delegates, and 30 parochial teachers. Meetings run daily 8:30 to 11 pm and 2 to 6 pm. Today focused on organization.
Devenport Iowa August 23 The Ni Honal encampment of Sons of Veterans this morning elected Commander in chief Colonel William Ki Busby of Ohio senior vice commander T A Barton of Rhode Island junior vice commander L A Dilley of Ohio council W D Speers of New York Elwell T Garr of Pennsylvania and K Darling of Boston
Various brief items report beginnings of canal work at Princeton Minnesota events. Amendments to New York constitution delayed by voters next year. Sugar bag cloth okayed by New York Cotton Exchange. An Illinois firm to push telegraphic printing for newspapers. McLane jailed in Concord for killing Nettie Dougings. Master pilot license granted in New Orleans to Mrs Leathers. Wells College president from Cincinnati charged with murder in Sacramento wreck. Strikers Knox Compton Muller Hatche held for trial. Nashville mob nearly lynches Crazy Tom Johnson. Miss Mary Sherman engaged to James McCallum. Bay City robbery ends with stabbing of Jacob Smithers and escape of robbers. Cripple Creek executives wounded ambushed. Captain Jordan’s body possibly seen off Amesba Mass. missing for a week.
The Pall River strike expands as 25,000 textile workers idle after a secret manufacturers meeting. Barrage of mill shutdowns affects Barnaby, Fall River Tron, Seagon net mills while New Hampshire weavers face wage cuts and potential unionization.
Clayton Danley barber died at Cooper hospital from burns after a blaze at his home. Investigators say burglars staged the fire, claiming money and a gold watch were stolen. Mrs Danley and officials found missing silverware and wedding attire as evidence. Oil was found on his bed and several other fire settings were found throughout the house.
Rev. A. C. Hiret president of the University of the Poneific and pastor at Simpson Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church is exonerated by the ecclesiastical court. The panel finds the charges of gross immorality maliciously false and arising from improper testimony.
A report notes a suspected wicked conspiracy to tarnish the character of the archised figure, detailing alleged plots, involved parties, and anticipated harms to reputation.
Sixty ex Coxsyites unloaded from a Baltimore train were shunned by Maryland authorities and later faced rejection from Philadelphia officials. A two-man committee sought shelter and jobs, asking for army transportation. Police Superintendent Linden warned them to leave, then allowed them to stay only if they worked. They departed without employment, with authorities watching their route.
Special to the Scranton Tribune reports two Philadelphia men arrested in Scranton after alighting from a train near Lackawanna and Bloomsburg junc tion. Officers Tighe and Wethers seized burglar tools and two revolvers. Timed for hearing tomorrow before Burgess Maloney, investigators credited rail detectives with tipping them off.
Thomas Brennan and a companion tried to steal a ride on a freight train near Pittston Pa. Trainmen ordered them off. Brennan resisted and was struck with a pine causing a broken nose and jaw plus several broken ribs. He was taken to a hospital after being found at the station house.
Ashland faces a water shortage while Reading plans to introduce military exercises in public schools. A heavy beam killed Michael Baasiel and James Belt sits in Lebanon jail for alleged theft of his sister’s water. Henry Carter drowns at Valley Forge, and water meters raise costs in Pottaville. UMWA aims to organize Mahanoy City miners today. Edith Clark fatally burned at Clifton station as spark from a locomotive catches clothing. John T. Oraig of Clarion county wins Republican nomination on the seventh ballot for the Thirty eighth Senatorial district. The Watts Station wreck trial ends with a verdict of death by pistol shot ruled self-inflicted. cause undetermined.
Pope Leo congratulates Mgr Ricard after attacking Zola's Lourdes as British glass makers anticipate a trade revival despite tariffs. Paris tradesmen volunteer for short time to curb unemployment while Jerusalem water conduits near 400000 are to be rebuilt by the Turkish government. The Azarewich wedding to Princess Allz is postponed to January or February.
A blaze in Minooka started in John J. Coyne’s Main Street grocery basement when a lamp exploded and a 50 gallon petroleum tank ignited. Central City fire engines aided the effort as flames consumed eight houses and a total loss neared 30,000 with little insurance. Villagers crowded the scene as a mayoral-sized crowd watched the rapid spread and heroic bucket brigades fought to halt the fire.
A Prohibitionists meeting at 133 West Market Street organized a local league to operate in the North End. William Moore served as president and H. G. Danning as secretary, with John Moore William P. Anderson and H. G. Dan ning as the constitutional committee. A large membership was enrolled and talks were given on the league’s purpose. The session adjourned to Thursday next.
A Coxeyite tramp visited Captain Edward's Providence home during breakfast. The guest asked for a meal and was offered food by the ununiformed captain, who then joined the man in a friendly chat about his stay before the exchange ended with the tramp changing look and opinion.
The captain pressed for payment in kind and hinted at a chain gang exchange after a substantial meal. The commonwealer was jailed at Providence before his chain-gang link and declared he will not dine with a police officer again.
Special Officer Ryan failed to corral Venison during an all day hunt from Archbald to Carbondale. Venison, sought for a Tuesday shooting in Arenbald, eluded capture until he was tracked to Carbondale where he was arrested and bailed $1,000 with Philip Behle as surety.
North End residents debate if cows impounded by the pound can be milked for pound keeper benefits. George Searle of Keiser avenue found several cows at Highworks. John Murphy paid a $1 release fee but the milked cow produced no payment, and he filed suit with Alderman Horan. a hearing is set for next Monday.
Misa Adeline Miller daughter of Mr and Mrs H Miller of Adams Avenue married George S Matt of this city in Philadelphia Monday. Rev Ray J C Boyle performed the ceremony in the presence of Miss Miller's parents. The couple had long been attached though Mr Motts relatives opposed the match. Mr Mott worked as a clerk at the Delaware Lackawanna and Western machine shop.
A mother visited the clerk of the court to block her 17 year old daughter Nora Kennedy from marrying John Thomas. She demanded no license be issued until Nora comes of age, warning the clerk sharply as she left.
The tenth annual Society of American Florists convention in Atlantic City, New Jersey, closes with the election of Edward Lonsdale of Philadelphia as President and CC Reinman of Pittsburgh as Vice President. William J. Stewart of Boston and H. B. Beatty of Old City, Pa., are Secretary and Treasurer respectively. Two papers were read by G L Grant of Chicago and Robert Simpson of Cromwell, Ind. Tonight Florists Hall Association meeting concludes and delegates are hosted by the Philadelphia Florists Association tomorrow.
The body of an unknown woman, about 82, was found on Minnesota Point Lake Shore. She had a fractured skull and marks of violence suggesting murder. She wore new, good quality clothing and jewelry including a bracelet, a brooch, and earrings.
On Saturday August 26 the last excursion of the season goes over the Lehigh Valley road. Tickets cost 1 and are sold at the Lehigh Valley ticket office and at the Delaware and Tindson depot. Return on the regular train until Monday August 27.
Wasmxotor August 28 forecast predicts fair skies in eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey with southwesterly winds. Western Pennsylvania expects fair conditions with southerly winds.
Buyers offered cases of Webster 10-4 Scar let Blue Borders Kenwood 11-4 Reliance 11-4 and 50 pairs Waupden 11-4 all wool. Borders included Pink Blue Lemon and Crab with prices from 4.50 to 6.00. Sacramento California crib blankets also listed with blue drab and multiple sizes.
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