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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1897

Page

6

Miners Idle as Foreign Strike Shuts Hazleton Mines

At Hazleton Pennsylvania two thousand miners walk off in a heated strike at Coleraine and Beaver Meadow collieries. Hungarians and Italians seize control, forcing closure of mine cars and breakers. English speaking workers stay idle. broader sympathy strikes ripple to nearby mines as authorities fail to restrain the unrest.

Hazleton van Wickle Coleraine Beaver Meadow No. 2 Collery Ujen Liceses Coal and Iron Diackemitha Milnesville Supreme Court Bie Run Punxsutawney Reynoldsville du- Holes

Striking Miners Resume March Toward De Arnmilt Mines

On Jory 27 the strike leaders resume marching after a daybreak gathering of about 200 campers visiting the miners at Center Unity and Clarks. Deputies report no interference as three men under arrest for contempt await a higher court ruling.

de Arnmilt Sen Unity and Clarks Young Ciefs de <Armit Isolation New Texas Ine Slabtown Unity Twenti Kersten

Baile Jumper Captured After Clever Police Work

Altoona August 27 Chief of Police James Foust reports the arrest of pawnbroker W H Kelly after a clever detective operation. The suspect was previously taken into custody on a felonious assault charge involving a 13 year old.

Altoona James Foust W. H. Kelly Kelly

Fugitive Suspect Captured in Marquette After Escape

A year-old girl in his employ was mentioned as part of the case. The man was convicted and, awaiting a new-trial motion, jumped bail. Authorities located the fugitive in Marquette Michigan and plan to bring him to the jurisdiction tomorrow.

Foust Marquette Mich

Orders Consolidated in Reading to Form United Sons and Daughters

A joint session in Reading yesterday between national and executive boards of two patriotic orders approved consolidation plans. They scheduled a national convention at Pottstown on October 4 to finalize the merger and appoint temp delegates. The new group will be the United Sons and Daughters of America with about 4000 members.

Reading Rajah Temple Patriotic Order of the Daughters of America Patriotic Order of True Americans Pottstown United Sons and Daughters of America Mia Mary Smith Maud Chunk Randolph Jones Scranton Theodore Harris Philadelphia H. C. Hoover Hooverton George P. Bmith Chicago Maury Addins Akron Mra, Robertson Newburn N.Y

Two Women Drowned Found Near York and Markham Station

Two drowned women were found within hours of each other. In York Haven Olive Stewart is thought missing and may be the victim found in a secluded pond. In Media a well dressed unknown woman about 40 was found face down in shallow Chester Creek near Markham Station.

York York Haven Olive Stewart Chester Creek Markham Station Central Division Railand

Gray Haired Heroes Meet at 141st Regiment Reunion

Towanda August 27 The 141st Pennsylvania Volunteers held its fourteenth annual reunion at New Albany. Ninety four answered roll call the largest reunion yet with twelve members dying this year. Commander H J Madtil Towanda was re elected president with Kilmer view president Craft secretary and Horton treasurer. Next meeting set for Laceyville on the last Wednesday in August 1808.

Towanda 141St Regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers New Albany Peach Orchard Gettysburg Companioes H. J. Madtil G. W. Kilmer David Craft W. T. Horton Laceyville

Death on a Runaway Car at Glen Union Lumber Yard

In Lock Haven on August 27 three Italian workers from Glen Union Lumber rode a truck down a steep graded line to their shanty five miles away. The vehicle lost control and crashed into a timber car. Barney Sallie died from extensive injuries, George Julian suffered a fractured skull multiple fractures and internal injuries, and Nick Figet sustained a hip contusion and internal injuries with uncertain recovery.

Lock Haven Glen Union Lumber Company Barney Sallie George Julian Nick Figet

Chased by Unclothed Man in Philadelphia Streets

Horace Davis a 38 year old from 725 Cherry Street became demented yesterday afternoon and escaped home in a nude condition. He chased women through South Camden streets until apprehended by Officer Hyde and by citizens. Davis was sent to City Hall for safety after injuring his head months earlier from a roof fall.

Philadelphia Horace Davis Cherry Street Camden Hyde Davis

Prohibition Party Opens Campaign in Spring City

The Prohibition party opened its campaign with Dr. B C Swallow candidate for state treasurer delivering the main address before a large Spring City crowd and speaking at Royersford in the afternoon.

Spring City Prohibition Party B.C. Swallow

Farmer James Eshtach Drowns Self Near Boyertown

James Eshtach a well known farmer age 67 living near Boyertown Reading Pa drowned himself in a creek six inches deep Aug 27. Cause listed as health deterioration and self action.

Reading James Eshtach Boyertown

State Snapshots From Various Local Accidents and Notices

Coal mine incidents near Bla mokin and Meghetan report falls and injuries as Sallie miners return to work. A derailment wreck at Meid ing Bamuel 4d causes injuries to Katemoan and two friends. Post delivery disruption in Connelleville on January 1 1843 described with carrier issues. Adaline Kenyon dies in Phiteton from a paralytic stroke. A Potteville officer reports a suspect with concealed weapon. local police suppresses a planned crime. Professor W T Rountley dies after being struck by a freight train in Millerstown Perry county. Marriage licenses issued in Lan caster for John Sherizer and Annie Coble both of Mount Joy. A fish syndicate pays for privilege to stock Simon Anetine mill dam with carp bass and vat figh.

George Kranie Hictory Swamp Blamokin Wat Wickle Heaver Meadow Colerain Colleries Meghetan Meiding Bamuel Katemoan Connelleville Alice Adaline Kenyon William A. Law Phiteton Potteville W. T. Rountley Millerstown Perry County Lancaster John Sherizer Annie Coble Mount Joy Nappera Simon Anetine Winewerville York County

National Sons of America Convention Opens in Reading

The National convention of the Sons of America met in Reading with delegates from Pennsylvania New York New Jersey Colorado Illinois Ohio Indiana and other states. National President James A Kilton of Denver Cal delivered the annual address praising Americanism and the organization. F P Spiexe reported total cash on hand of 484774.07. The convention adjourned to executive session as state reports indicated prosperity.

Reading National Convention of the Sons of America Pennsylvania New York New Jersey Colorado Illinois Ohio Indiana James A. Kilton Denver Cal F. P. Spiexe Philladelphia Ftates

Porter Marion Bruyvesandt Held in Wilcott Murder Case

Philadelphia August 27 Marion Bruyvesandt a colored porter was committed to prison to await grand jury action after a coroner's inquest into Major William C Wilcott's murder on August 16 at Walnut Street The verdict said death came from hemorrhage due to violent heating though identity of assailants remained unknown Coroner Ashbridge said Bruyvesandt may not be connected and he is jailed pending grand jury review

Philadelphia Marion Bruyverandt William C. Wilcott Walnut Street Marion Bruyvesandt Ashbridge

Daughters of America Hold National Convention

The annual national convention met with executive sessions led by Mrs. George K. Smith of Chicago. Delegates from Illinois Ohio Indians and other states attended as reports showed rising membership. Elected officers include Mrs. Smith president Mrs. Lucy Harkey Adams vice president and others for key roles. The consolidation with the Order of True Americans is slated for a joint convention in Pottstown next October.

the Daughters of America George K. Smith Chicago Ilinois Ohio Pottstown George BP. Smith Lucy Ha

Shops Closed by Strike Halfway Across Line

Lubois Aug 27 Buffalo Rochester and Pittsburg railway shops here closed indefinitely due to filbers strike. Freight mainly coal haulage halted. no coal to ship, no repair work. About two hundred shopmen and many railway workers idle, losses of about $2 per day to residents. Miners may meet Monday to reconsider strike decision.

Lubois Buffalo Rochester Pittsburg

Farmer shot after chicken theft attempt in Ashland

William Long, a wealthy Numedia farmer near Ashland Pennsylvania, was shot last night by a man who tried to break into his barn after screeching chickens drew him. The assailant fled, no clue found. Long is seriously ill but expected to recover.

Ashland William Long Numedia Here Long

Pair of Suspects Detained in Beaver Home Robbery

Reading police report details a burglary at the home of Nicholas Beaver with stolen goods valued at 310. Mrs. Beaver awakened to find a man fleeing from under the bed who fled the scene and leaped the back fence. Officers Saylor and Greth later arrested Jar Sweeney and John Burk on complicity charges.

Reading Nicholas Beaver Saylor and Greth Jar Sweeney John Burk

Thief steals valuables at Chanteauqua Inn in Eagle's Mere

A sneak thief entered the Chanteauqua Inn during a guestless period at Eagle's Mere and stole money from Miss Anna W Williams superintendent of Philadelphia kindergarten schools. He attempted to seize a valise with jewelry but was detected and fled, dropping the bag.

Eagle's Mere Chanteauqua Inn Anna W. Williams Philadelphia

Night assault alarm near Hoyertown

Reading reports Miss Little Alt house near Hoyertown awoke to a noise in the night. A man leaned from her window, a knife lay on the bed, and a ladder connected the ground to the room. She screamed and was struck on the head as help arrived.

Reading

Local Pension Claim Linked to Davis Capture

Isaac Billman of Zero Township aided in the capture of Jefferson Davis while serving with the Seventh Pennsylvania Cavalry. He visited Shamokin on August 27 to consult a pension agent about his service connection.

Shamokin Isaac Billman Zero Township Relason Billman Pennsylvania Cayvalery Jeffergon Davis

Wrote Messages in Blood Swindler Arrested in Doings

Frank Dolan, a young man from Trenton, was arrested for obtaining money under false pretenses after authorities found messages in blood. The incident occurred as part of a swindle involving alleged cults and financial deceit. Dolan faces charges and is in custody for further proceedings.

Trenton N. J Frank Dolan

Munyon's Fever Cure Ad Offered Free Medicine

An advertisement promotes Munyon's Fever Cure and other remedies claiming to cure fevers and croup in children. It invites readers to write to Professor Munyon at 1604 Arch Street Philadelphia for free medicine and details a separate cure for each illness.

Mungon Manyon Prof Munyon Arch Street Philadelphia

Man Slashes Throat in Cell Aide by Bloodied Notes

A inmate wounded himself with a penknife in his cell last night. Officer Geller found him bleeding heavily this morning and he was taken to Mercer hospital where doctors expect recovery. The man had scribbled notes blaming mental illness and asserting a friend as his sole ally while details accuse him of swindling by soliciting paper subscriptions.

Geller Dolan Delan Mercer Hospital Belloved

Flynn Vies to Replace Griffin for Clerk of Courts

Rumor spread in Arch Bald that John P Flynn, an unsuccessful jury commissioner candidate, might replace M H Griffin on the clerk of the courts ticket. State-makers favored Flynn while Frank Doherty supporters blocked the move. Party leaders offered no confirmation.

John £. Flynn Archbald M. HH. Griffin Mr. Flynn Frank Doherty

Handley Heir Inquiry From Roscommon Relative

Miss Princes Neary of Orange, New Jersey writes to Chief of Police Hobling from Roscommon Ireland seeking particulars about the late Judge Handley and the disposition of his wealth. She notes a Roscommon, Ireland contact claiming to be Handley’s nearest relative is eager for information.

Miss Princes Neary Orange Nv J Judge Handley Roscommon Treland Tandley

Board of health inspects Providence reservoirs with city officials

The board of health visited the Providence Gas and Water company reservoirs for the annual water supply inspection. Mayor Dailey, Secretary Murray, Health Officer Alien, Sanitary Officer Burke, and Food Inspector Cullen joined, leaving City Hall at 9 in carriages for Chinchilla and the dam upstream. further inspections are planned for next week at Scranton Gas and Water reservoirs.

Board of Health Providence Gas and Water Company Dailey Murray Alien Burke Cullen City Hall Chinchilla Scranton Gas and Water Company

Claim Stokes Ownership Of Crystals In Dam Fight

Arbitrators began the ad judication of a 422010 damage suit filed by William Williams of Carbondale against Crystal Lake Company. Williams claims ownership of stones taken from Solomon Ellig farm at Dana to build a dam and seeks salt rights. Attorneys H Burns and A M Strepter represent the plaintiff while B & Price and H C Butler defend.

Crystal Lake Company William Willams Carbondale Solomon Ellig Duna Williams H. Burns A. M. Strepter Price H.C. Butler

Lawsuit Over Arrest In Illegal Fishing Dispute

William N. Clark through Vosturge Dawson sues Ed win Northup and Eugene Reed of Dalton for 5000 damages claiming unjust arrest for illegal fishing. He alleges the defendants assaulted him on April 16 and took him to Justice FL M. Franchy who fined him five dollars, causing 5000 in injuries.

William N. Clark Vosturge & Dawson Edwin Northup Eugene Reed Dalton Justice of the Peace M. Franchy

Burglars Loot Clark Summit Shoe Store

Burglars entered Edward Welse's Clark Summit shoe shop Thursday night by sawing out a door panel and stole forty pairs of shoes. A lookout was requested from the city police station as the gang fled in a wagon.

Edward Welse Clark’s Summit

Dissolution Notice of Wall & Harratt Business Sale

Lewis Barratt successor to Wall & Harratt announces dissolution of the business at 11 M2 South Main Scranton shows sale of furniture stove and fixtures. Harry Wall liable for debts tied to Wall & Harratt. Barratt holds power of sale and collection authority for same.

N& Ick Lewis A. Barratt Wall & Harritt South Main Avenue Scranton Con AalLooh L. Wall Ail Wall & Harrath Lewis Barratt Kui Hrit Lewis Barrath Lewis Baiklaty al Ababa

FORK SALE AND ADVERTS UNDER THIS HEAD

Several local business offloads feature a closing sale at 645 Washington Avenue with stock from bicycles to fine horses. Items include a pair of dark chestnut horses listed at Everett's Stable and a trap priced cheaply at 14 Penn Avenue. The notices advertise quick sales as the business pivots away from operations.

Everett DLI Gourk

For Sale Desirable Lot With House On Rear

Desirable lot with a house at 615 N Washington Ave, Quincy. Owner leaving the city. sale noted near Gol Quincy Ave. Property currently available for purchase.

Washington Ave Quincy Ave

Rent store and offices on Spruce Street offered by Gregory

Foe RENT-STORE at 614 Spruce Street near central area with steam heat. Also available fine second floor offices suitable for a doctor or lawyer. Appointment by MAL Gregory at 605 Board of Trade Building.

Spruce Street Second Moor Apuly Mal Ran Gregory Board of Trade

FANTED SECOND HAND OOAK ROLL ROLL

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