02 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1896
Page
1
Old Boreas signals real winter as Fur Time arrives with 150 capes offered to the public at rock bottom bargain figures. The purchase from a needy manufacturer was limited to meet a short cash need, with prices lower than typical fur season closeouts in February.
Carefully matched skins with full length sweep and fine finishing. Actual values range from 12.00 to 310.00, with serviceable garments priced at 5.90 for Choice. A varied lot includes furs that are well appearing and worth more in higher quality selections.
Lot two capes described as fine electric and wool seal with matched skins and full length with rich linings. Garments are handsome and stylish with a value stated as not less than 55.00 to 40.00 dollars.
Auction listing for capes described as extra selected first quality electric and Wool seal capes finished in top furriers style. Garments priced to sell from 45 to 50 dollars, emphasizing superb quality and ample proportions.
Senor Gonzalo De Quesada, representing the Cuban junta in Washington, says Weyler pursues extermination per Spanish orders, while insurgents rally with 35,000 men and ample supplies. He notes 7,500 rifles landed, artillery, and expanding Cuban control, with three quarters of the island under Cuban civil government and siege actions near Havana possible. Weyler reportedly near Taco Taco after brief rest.
New York metal traders form a committee to push tariff revisions or a return to the McKinley law. An informal meeting at A H Kent's offices discussed policy, with a tariff commission proposed to standardize changes and speed a schedule to Congress within weeks.
The court mandates payments of $225 as damages and to withdraw the priests sent to Tecumseh Nebraska where Father Murphy serves St Ambrose Church and to Auburn Nebraska where Father Fitzgerald serves St Joseph's Church. Payments must be made to the court within thirty days. No appeal is allowed from the sentence.
Deputy Factory Inspector Robinson arrested Patterson colliery superintendent Henry Vincent at Shamokin Pa for alleged semi monthly pay law violations. Attorney General McCormick ordered proceedings against the company. Judge Armor issued the arrest warrant. Five more company directors may face arrest with $200 fines for first offenses.
Senator Quay arrived in Philadelphia from Washington and met with local and eastern Pennsylvania leaders at the Hotel Walton. He reaffirmed opposition to Wanamaker for the U.S. Senate while noting Penrose as the best man if Philadelphia gets the seat. He planned to stay through Thursday and travel to Harrisburg to meet Governor Hastings with likely announcements.
William Harris a Chester county attorney and former Democratic district attorney nominee is arrested in West Chester on forgery charges. Three distinct accusations by fellow attorney Thomas Pierce allege Harris forged names to obtain funds, including a $300 bond. A bar committee previously declined disbarment after a lengthy inquiry.
Major J L Brown reports the total cost of road and equipment for 278 steam railway corporations at 1 957 714 372. The Erie Philadelphia and Reading Pittsburg Cincinnati Chicago and St Louis Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Western New York and Pennsylvania and Pittsburg Fort Wayne and Chicago account for 78 027 559, about half of all other corporations combined.
Wilkes-Barre Pa Dec 1 report says the extensive car and machine shop at Deaneville will operate day and night for two months starting tomorrow and will hire additional workers. Large orders have been coming in from across the state at a surprising rate for the past two weeks.
Philadelphia December 17 1 Clark Hare president Judge of the court of common pleas No 2 has resigned from the bench He was the oldest on the Philadelphia bench having first been elected in 1801 Judge Hare was born in the city
Harrisburg Pa Dec 1 The State Geographical Survey Commission formed in 1874 disbanded today after completing its work. The state funded 4700 for the effort and the collected specimens are placed with the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia.
The Metropolitan Ecclesiastical court at Dubuque rules for Fathers Fitzgerald and Murphy in the Lincoln Nebraska dispute. It declares the bishop acted with sinister motives, voids his sentences against the priests, and condemns him to pay their costs and specific sums.
A fire at Front and Heilly streets in Harrisburg destroyed the residences of Howard Martin, a purchasing agent for Pennsylvania Steel, and the Dock family. The blaze began in the Mar in residence cellar and caused significant damage to both homes.
George T. Stallings was chosen as manager of the Philadelphia Base Ball club for the 1897 season. He previously managed the Detroit club of the Western League last season.
Albany reports Jack Everhardt the south champion defeated Billy Ernest in a %-round contest before the Myers Athletic Club. The result adds to Everhardt's rising reputation in regional boxing circuits.
Indianapolis hosts the first sessions of a monetary conference as the Indianapolis Board of Trade calls for a national convention to discuss currency reform. Delegates from cities over 8 000 population attend. Jan 5 or 12 is set for a general gathering to propose legislation and a sound currency system.
William Tenney Cannon brother of Utah Senator Cannon was egged by fellow students after faculty ordered tuition receipts shown to enter lectures. He walked into physiology class alone as eggs rained and indignant meeting outside. Cannon plans to return next day amid unclear faculty action.
Senator James K. Jones of Arkansas and Congressman Heyton McMillin of Tennessee, both free trade Democrats, stated in New York that they would oppose any protectionist measures. Jones said Democrats in the Senate would not block the Dingley bill but would resist Republican protection efforts while backing the current tariff law. McMillin, a Ways and Means member and House Democratic leader, warned against any attempt to pass a protection bill, especially one based on McKinley.
Indianapolis reports a secret morning meeting of glass manufacturers ending with no public disclosure. The group reportedly decided to perpetuate the glass trust along lines of the old association and formed committees.
A shaft at the Sun day Creek Mine in Gloucester Ohio caught fire today. Three men were inside the mine but all escaped through an air shaft without injury.
Paris December report says Admiral Besnard, minister of marine, is not opposed to M. Lockrey’s proposal to add ten million francs for new men-of-war to naval estimates. Likely acceptance only in modified form.
Major McKinley and Mark Hanna held a long discussion as Hanna arrived. Rumors say Hanna may become secretary of the navy and Alger secretary of war. C N Bliss and Dawes were floated for other high posts. no confirmation. DeWitt of the Marquette club called on McKinley. parade is expected to be the largest ever.
Fire swept the coal sheds of the Boston and Maine railroad behind Charlestown Prison. Three alarms prompted full city response as 15 000 tons of coal burned.
In Bellefonte Pennsylvania on December 1 the cooperative company started up the Tel lefonte Glass plant after six years idle. It will operate four furnaces initially and has already received numerous glass orders.
Washington reports a November debt statement indicating a net increase in public debt with cash in the treasury and a gold reserve of 710 million dollars. The official cash balance stands at 15.57 million, reflecting the treasury’s position for the month.
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A blaze swept the Uhystint Avenue motel in Altoona Poa destroying the prominent inn. Fire crews battled the flames as portions collapsed and investigators searched for the cause amid damage to surrounding structures.
Hank Assinis of Portage Wisconsin and Tee The Goerman are cited in a ledger entry noting assets and liabilities not yet reconciled. The document shows the American bank today made an unspecified move and reports unresolved items.
The morning edition reports no change in temperature with various briefs on Cuba policy, currency expert discussions, market reviews, and local notes. Highlights include a New York Wall Street update, jury hesitations on domestic matters, and civic notices from Hyde Park and Brooklyn.
Subcommittee of the House Appropriations Committee met to prepare the legislative, executive and judicial bill in advance of congress. Officials from civil service, internal revenue and treasury outlined bureau needs and fortifications estimates exceed 15 million. Chairman Cannon said no new expenditures would be authorized unless indispensable, with pension bill likely to be reported on opening day of the next session.
The Chippewa river is gorged at twenty points in Chippewa Falls, with water twenty four feet above low level. Tracks and mills flooded. fifty families evacuated on River Street. Destruction reported at Flambeau Farm with 300 cattle lost and several farms ruined. Rail lines in use of alternate routes. dynamite deemed ineffective to clear the gorge. Roads and tracks submerged across the region, with widespread disruption and danger.
The bulletin notes a downturn in rune countey outcomes with fewer favorable returns. It records at least 206 sheep lost across a three part range, despite only a small number of cattle present.
The Stock Exchange announced the suspension of the firm Gage and Felton bankers and brokers this afternoon. The firm is said to owe 10,400 dollars with no assets left to cover debts.
Wilkes Barre Pa Dec 1 Stephen Dother three years old employed at the Butler mine in Pittston was instantly killed today by a premature blast.
The herald reports that today in the Middle states will be generally fair with fresh to brisk northwest to northeast winds and slight temperature changes. Thursday brings partly cloudy skies, with slightly warmer air, variable winds, and possible snow or rain along the coast, along with high winds.
This week's listing features 46 pieces of Nak Ment Loete strictly fine goods, 25 cent Silk and Wool Mix textiles in 10 pieces, 8 pieces Changeable Glace Saltings 7 4 inches wide offered at 4 cents, 12 pieces All-Wool Suitings in Mixed Jacquant effects 40 inches wide at 35 cents, and 8 pieces Bik and Wool Plaids at 35 cents. Early buyers are urged to take advantage of the limited stock and special low prices on all Fine and Medium priced Dress Patterns for the week.
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