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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1897

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Nation's University Proposal Returns to Congress

Washington reports that a plan to establish a national University of the United States will be introduced in both houses. The bill envisions a high type of institution with a council of prominent educators and public figures, nonsectarian, and linked to other learning bodies. Aimed to begin operations by the centennial of Washington's request in 1888, with endowment in U S bonds.

Congress George Washington Washington University of the United States Commissioner of Education Smithsonian Institution National Academy of Bseiences University Senate University Council University Square Naval Observatory Board of Regents United States Treasury National University Urea Revolutionary Arts Aleo John Adams Jefferson Madison Moire John Quings Adams Jiekeen Ain Cant and Hayes Muon Tie Treen Na. Howe John W. Moot Wiroorein Europe Filton and House of Representative R Hy Edmunda Vermont Benator Proctor John W. Hoyt University Committee Hoyt Senate & Memorial Proctor Hill Hunton Virginia National Committee of One Hundred Wolh Medlville W. Fuller Justhe George Edmunds William Pepper University of Pennsylvania Andrew DB. White Germany Oscar S. Straues Turkey John Lee Carroll National University Committee Towacirele Puller Kyle Chiairain House Milton A. Richardson Moston George Washington Memorial Committee Aub Merington University of Weehington Trish Elvins Xrontiognd Heath

Weyler's Arrival Sparks Mixed Reception in Madrid

General Weyler arrived in Madrid to a mixed welcome, saluted by officials and republicans alike as he disembarked. A crowd gathered at the station before dispersing, while Weyler's party claimed thousands cheered from the streets. He is to be received by the Queen tomorrow amid uncertain Cuban affairs.

Weyler Madrid Agcurraga Borrero Sixth Army Corps Ira Senor Romers Rolleda Il Correo Mckinley Cuba

Insurgents’ Plans Checked Amidunclear Havens Dec 1

Fragmented dispatch from Havens notes insurgent forces showing reduced activity and mixed signals. Reported doubts about surrender or acceptance of autonomy terms reflect pessimism for a peaceful end to the uprising.

Havens

English Advisers for Vale and Cambridge Oarsmen to America

Rumors say two Cambridge oarsmen associated with Leander may travel to America after an approach involving Vale and Cambridge advisers. The talk mentions potential involvement with Yale rowing matters and possibly coaching or influencing the Yale crew.

Cambridge America London Dee Aldie Cimbrides Leander Henry Ind Fernie

Bargain Sale Of Cats Shocks Philadelphia Store

A Philadelphia department store plans a bargain sale of cats. A Waterville Maine shipment of core arrived for the sale and the store owner plans showing them in a ble department. The shipment includes cats described by odd varieties and prices.

Philadelphia Waterville Quaker Oy

Sun Spots Observed In Large Group Near Solar Center

Professor William J. Brooks of Smith Observatory reports a vast solar disturbance visible to the naked eye through smoked glass. The group appears well defined with small telescopes, measuring about 0,000 miles in length.

Feoneva Dee William J. Brooks Smith Observatory Brooks

Coming Week in Congress Forecasts Senate and House

A detailed forecast of congressional action outlines the Senate’s focus on immigration and census legislation, with expected debates and potential delays. It notes greetings for Holman and possible adjournment for holidays, plus House plans to launch a broad fight against civil service reforms.

Washington Senate Holman Indiana Amon Friends Senter Gibson Maryland Carter Lodge Civil Service Friends of Annexation Committee On Foreign Relations House Halmin

Fire damages large Philadelphia carpet firm in blaze

Fire swept through John Dobson’s wholesale and retail carpet rooms on Chestnut Street injuring the building and stock. Damages quote 220,000 to 300,000 with insurers including Commonwealth and Trust. Cause undetermined. ruins smoldered all day as crowds viewed the scene.

Philadelphia Mugle Turines Dobwan Huilding Wick Hiorpless Brose Dohwan's Sion Commonwealth Pitch, Insurance and Trust Company Aleruing Deltona Hoekne Stationary Sharpless Bros Commonwealth Company Hopkins Hopkins Rose Was By Waiter Fire Marshall Thompson

Railroad Censured Over Fatal Clair Street Accident

A jury in Port Huron inquest faulted the Grand Trunk Railroad for delays and poor signaling after a collision that killed Conductor Duon and Brakeman Dalton. The verdict urged adoption of a signaling system to improve rescue efforts and body recovery at the scene.

Port Huron Mich Cara, Wos Clair Stunnell Noquinder Fs Grand Yrunk Railroad Company

Senator Howe Recovered From Illness In New York

Senator Mark Howe Wo wne said at the Waldorf Astoria hotel tonight he has recovered from the illness that kept him bedridden for several days in New York City.

Mr. Hayes New York Mark Howe Wauldorf-Autorn

Miller Wins the Race at Madison Square Garden

Miller of Chicago won the long distance race at Madison Square Garden amid a packed field including Joe Rice of Wilkes-Barre and French rider Breyhiurne. The event awarded substantial purses with detailed prize shares and drew extensive discussion over competitors and coaching choices.

Chicago New York Deo Madison Square Garton Miller Climo Sinal Bcore HE Horns Miles Lapis Wille LNGTV Coccenrsevnesesssas BCC Pillas Mlooro Ieeess Vacacesseress i Hencot Jonson Ceseeseseereencee Menia Nueme Niles Awiteeh Miller Joe Rice Behlinneer Teddy Hite Woaller Pirres Gotten Gunton Batverman Hivierte Roreiple Miu Hantmoely Ion Rivierre Howe Rene Wilkes-Barre Mieke Binha Milli Teddy Hole Mle Allie Lina St. Louis Pebrimry Galton Julius Kinterman Harts Eiko Aig Tie Wills Florida Tuvierre Breyhiurne

Whittlesey Missing in Council Bluffs Mystery

Council Bluffs surveyor Dow Whittle has vanished amid suspicions of defalcation. He reportedly fled after a local importer refused to honor a consignment, seeking funds to cover debts. friends say he admitted shortfalls in government accounts and took money to help him flee, leaving his books unfound.

Council Bluffs Dow H. N. Wiaitthas Council Biwi Howe Chhance

Steamship Mons Arrives With Australian Gold Shipment

In San Francisco the steamship Mons from Australia delivers a large consignments of gold totaling 1,775,000 dollars. This marks the fifth shipment from the same source in five months and raises the year’s gold imports from Australia to 11,375,000 dollars by August.

San Francisco Mons Australia Anthle Gore Wold

Mullen Assassinated in Amite City Tonight

In Amite City Mississippi Theo Mul len, brother of Judge Mullen of Hureau gard, was assassinated here tonight. The report cites D Mul len as the assailant.

Amite City Miss Theo D. Mullen Mullen Hureaugard Min

Mrs McKinley Mother Nancy Allison McKinley Dies in Canton

Nancy Allison McKinley mother of President William McKinley died at 2:00 am in Canton in the West Tuscarawas Street home. She supported her son from his early career to the presidency and accompanied him to Washington for his inauguration. Funeral at First M E Church Canton followed by West Lawn cemetery burial. Washington officials plan to attend and return the same day.

Canton Meny Venrse McKinley Dee Nancy Alison McKinley President McKinley West Tuscarawas Street Helen Grace James McKinley Washington McKinley Hadcome Nancy Allison McKinley England Virginia Allison Geen County Pennsylvania Amor Allison Nanes Ann Campbell Marly Parrfield Niles Poland Twivid Allison Anne James Mupry Helen Minerva Sarah Elizabeth M. A.J. Duncan Cleveland William Abigail Cecil Abner New York William McKinley Moon Nancy Alileon McKinley West Lawn Cemetery Capitol Mother Mechinles Somerset Alger Pitebure Duncana Piss Interior Department Algor McKenna Gary Porter Mother McKinley Iield- Secretarien Mise Wilson Sherman Long Guage Hobart Femmin Senate Mire Mre Mra Al@er Pennsylvania Railroad White House

Civic federation calls for reform at primaries meeting

Chicago reform groups plan a conference in New York to discuss primary election laws and turnout. Attendees include mayors, ex-officials, and business leaders from major cities to study safeguards and anti corruption measures.

New York Ralph M. Ealy Civic Federation of Chicago Misuchusetts Maryland Minois New Jersey Obio Manhattan Dia Perte Eal William J. Strong Alcom Hewitt Minater Turkey Oscar 1. Straus We Tin A of Trade Darwitt James Charles Milholland Clive Chamberlain William Ivans Cornelius van Cott Charles Sehurt Gustav Schwab Henry Randall Waite American Institute of Cleics ALP Gilkeston Seretary League American Muntcipilither George Ky McAlany NATO Civil Service League Btote Ib. Pavey Mayvor Kdeur Jewett Buffalo Lyman J. Gage Culted States

Quiet at Port au Prince as Marblehead to stay for protection

Cable dispatches from Captain McCalla report American interests protected at Port au Prince. Secretary Long notes the Marblehead will remain a few days to ensure safety amid reports of extortion by German warships. All remains quiet in the harbor.

Marbiche Will Wiochington Dee LieStcretary Longinlay McCaila Commmunier Mototohenit Moarttau Prine de Proe Geomut Warshipe Purt Ane Prince Marblehead

Weather section forecast with varying winds and precipitation

The report describes cloudy to partly cloudy conditions in New York during the day on Tuesday. Expect slight temperature changes and fresh to brisk westerly winds, with rain or snow possible and coastal winds easing to clearing conditions later.

New York Dee II Todas Ehonditinss Catty Ain

University of the United States President Mokhiniesg's Mother Dies

In a terse notice the death of President Mokhiniesg's mother is reported, with brief mention of university leadership responses. The item appears amid a collage of regional briefs, forecast notes, and civic updates.

University of the United Mokhiniesg A. O Dixon A. Lawai Mitch Damare

Union of Ancient Orders of Hibernians Reported

Bishop McFaul releases a decision merging the Ancient Order of Hibernians of America and the United States affiliate under one authority. The arbitration directs equal boards, universal eligibility, and a unified plan to resolve the 1884 split while preserving affiliate autonomy.

Trenton N. J James A. McFaul Order of Hibernians of America Order of Hibernians States of America Erin Old Brin McFaul Board of Walta Consolidated Hibernians Alegle

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