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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1897

Page

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Mrs M Kinley Funeral Draws Immense Canton Crowd

Crowds packed the First Methodist Episcopal church in Canton to honor Nancy Allison McKinley with open doors and rain outside. The service moved through the altar as dignitaries and relatives entered then left for the cemetery where the burial was brief and somber amid weather and floral tributes.

Canton Thee Mya Nancy Allison McKinley Isands Methdiet Episcopal Church Fame Fis Russ Helen Abner Duncan Cleveland Ortern Mr. McKintey Cabinet Washington Friends Grand Army of the Republic Canton Post Ohie

Civil Service Reform Proposal Takes Early Shape

A Republican congressional committee seeking civil service reform met in Washington to outline its plan. The group decided to split work into two sub committees one to draft a bill and the other to study the required changes.

Washington Dec Congress

Law Committee Probes Defects In Prevent Law Extension

A House committee plans to study faults in the prevent law and its overreach beyond original aims. Chairman Grosvenor names Arh committee to draft a bill. Mesere Hepburn and others form a subcommittee to examine defects. Work to begin at once with Taw ney Odell and Stelle assembling the task.

Grosvenor Mesere Hepburn Tewa Merson North Carving Evans Kentucky Messra Messra. Tawney Minnesota Odell New York Stelle Indiana

Beatty Forgery Case Ends in Prison Sentence

Stroudsburg Pa December 14 T C Heatty nephew of General Beatty and once a Michigan attorney was found guilty of forgery with Harry Otis and Walker. They were arrested by the American Tankers association after passing a forged draft at the East Snowhurd National Bank in New York. Judge Crale sentenced Heatty to fifteen years in the Eastern Penitentiary.

Stroudsburg T. C. Heatty General Beatty Hfe Michigan Harry Otis Wink Moward American Tankers’ Association Bentry Howard East Siowlehurd

Secretary Gage's Banking and Currency Plan Reported

Secretary Gage proposes to report three main features to the House banking and currency committee: a tax reduction on currency, adjustment of bond par value deposits, and the establishment of small rural banks. The plan mirrors the president's recommendations and will be sent for full committee review after the holidays.

Washington, DD Gage Ne Howe Mrosius Pennsylvania Thie Treasury

War on Trading Stamps In Williamsport Pa

Williamsport authorities suppress trading stamps in the city. Chief Wise orders merchants to abandon the practice and warns of arrest under the 1885 act declaring trading stamps a lottery. Merchants seek indemnity from the stamp company which declines, prompting a legal fight over legality.

Williamsport

Fragmentary OCR Summary of Local Notices

Fragmented text mentions local names and places such as Moree, Danville, Levington and Oetahat Hi. Several garbled proper nouns reference a performance or event by groups described as The Dutchmen and Uweeywenreoldrotter, with a broadcast by Winks and Lady Pepper. No clear dates or outcomes can be determined.

Col. Snowden Buys Moree Danville Dee Jacob High Ely Dwe Sawer Chiladelphia Sim Bie Osteek Levington Oetahat Hi Winks

Pecelvayl discoveries reported near San Attenmo Tex

A fragmentary item notes a group of explorers or surveyors from a prospect run near Didian reck, ten miles west of liner, with a big climate imputed to have already been observed. The text remains garbled but indicates early exploration and weather conditions around the San Attenmo area.

San Attenmo Tex Dee Didian Reck Niles Povey Ayerwe Fly

Unclear Casualty Report From Lancaster Incident

A fragmentary Lancaster report describes a person found yesterday on an elementary pile near a terminal rail line. The text mentions Jesse J. Nichole, an elderly seller from a nearby landing, with confusion over whether a fall from a freight trolley caused the death or if a different event occurred.

Lancaster Beka Pontermine Jesse J. Nichole Telly Landing Bartheld Cudamte

Death of Alexander McDonald in Lynchburg

Alexander McDonald former minister to Persia died here this afternoon after a long illness. He was born in Lynchburg about fifty years ago and had lived in the area for many years. He served as a minister and was noted for his long service in the church.

Alexander McDonald Lypehburg Alexander MécDonald Persia Lynchburg Pethet Herald Bechert m Greeley Isma Telieg

Steambhin Arrivals and Tour Names Highlight New York Scene

The report lists Steambhin arrivals in New York along with Dee, Talented, Nooril hind, Antor, Teutonic, Liverpool, St. Louis Bitcammon, and Haute Arriveds in a tour context. emphasizes regional showings and venue notes.

Steambhin New York Dee Noorilhind Antor Teutonic Liverpool St. Lous

Brooklyn Drafts Horton From Syracuse Club

The Brooklyn club has drafted Rimer Horton, regarded as one of Syracuse club’s best pitchers, in this latest move. This acquisition highlights Brooklyn’s push to strengthen its pitching staff for the upcoming season.

Brooklyyn Wakes “Jerke Horton Syracue, N Dee M Brooklyn Hae Rimer Horton Syracuee

Noewspapers and Tolls ties. A Gience at the Rapid Development

Editor Charles Emory Smith of the Philadelphia Press lectures on the evolution and influence of newspapers. He argues rapid technology, cheap paper, and wide circulation transformed journalism into a powerful profession with great responsibilities and independence. He contrasts American press vigor with European papers and warns against sensationalism and bias while praising factual reporting and public service.

Tiffalo Dee Charles Emory Smith Philadelphia Press Paris de Cendine Fintelliaenon Poria France

Seven Prisoners Escape from Franklin County Jail

Seven prisoners escaped from the Franklin county jail by sawing their way out overnight. Sheriff notified and a town search mounted but earlier escapes, including the “Dancing Kid” Tolson and five others, left hard clues as authorities pursued suspects. Four prisoners were to be moved to the Hast er t penitentiary next week.

Chambersburg Franklin County Albert Alter Albert Staley Thomas Grant Thomas Johnson William Win

Labor Fight Spurs Women’s Christian Party Ties

A disorderly late nineteenth century report shows the American Federation of Labor resuming talks with Women’s Christian Temperance groups. George McNeal, a fraternal delegate, reported on British convention ties as labor factions push for unity against sectarian unrest.

Nashville Toon Doe American Federation of Labor Women's Christian George McNeal Grule

Swallow Speech on Politics Draws Mixed Audience

A crowded gathering at Been Avenue hotel heard Rev. Swallow deliver a long address titled "Pomeryiwaundi Politics" focusing on alleged political injustices and urging reforms. The speech sparked debate among attendees about propriety and the role of clergy in public affairs.

Swallow Tinn

Washington Senator Murphy Amid Croker Departure

Fragmentary OCR describes Senator Murphy of New York reacting to Croker readiness to return to New York. It notes discussions about a crowd and a claim of humane concerns, with reference to a controversial figure and possible political maneuvering.

Waaehington Meestrohard Croker Taomany Benator Murphy York Interist Murphy Oleee Croker New York

Frank Line officials debate privilege limits on westbound routes

In New York the passenger committee contends with the Frank Line association over privileges for westbound routes to Philadelphia Hartman and Washington The committee plans to report to the organization for final action if privileges are violated.

New York Frank Litt Philiiphia Hartiman Washington Ietel

Capitol Commission Set to Hear Capitol Material Proposals

A public meeting is scheduled at Grace Methodist Church on Wednesday at 2 to hear proposals from men seeking to supply materials and be part of the construction of the new Capitol.

Jan Capitol Commission Harrisburg Grace

Democratic caucus adopts Cuba finance and bankruptcy resolutions

The Democratic House caucus approved a platform on Cuba policy finance and bankruptcy. Bailey led with a call for opposing radical financial moves and backing Cuban belligerency recognition. The three resolutions passed unanimously, while bankruptcy provisions faced some opposition. An organizing committee for the 198 congressional campaign was named, and the caucus adjourned after achieving broad consensus.

Washington House of Representatives Cuba Farcely Bing Richardson Tennesse Cutemings New York Cowherd Missouri Bailey Texas Batley Treasory Senate Me DeArmond Mosers Omar Om Mir Maddocx Georgia District of Columbia Democratic Leon Mission

Street Railway Charters Reported in Harrisburg

The state department issued charters for three street railway ventures. Blue Ridge Electric Street Railway plans a 3.5 mile line from Musson and Dixon's Hine to Buena Vista with DW Barton of Baltimore as president. Park White and Fulwood Street Railway seeks $27,000 capital to cover routes in Lawrence counties, led by Thomas Dugin of Ellwood City. Lekens and Williams Valley Street Mallway, capitalized at 2,400,000, seeks a line from Lykens to Johnstown, with John Skyles of Martinetury, Po, as president.

Harrisburg State Department Blue Ridge Electric Street Railway Company Musson and Dixon Buena Vista DW. Barton Baltimore Park White and Fulwood Street Railway Company Chreenites Lawrence Thomas Dugin Ellwood City Lekens and Willams Valley Street Mallway Company Bull Awine Lykens Johnstown Schuylkeillwanty Juln Skyles Martine Tury

National Board of Trade Holds 28th Annual Session In Washington

The National Board of Trade met in Washington for its twenty eighth annual session with ex-Governor Stanand of St. Louis presiding in Frederick Fraley's absence. The executive committee presented its annual report, which was adopted without dissent.

Washington Del National Board of Trade Stanand St. Louis Frederick Fraley Phiadelphia Inws

Robbers Captured After Train Heist in Arizona

Deputized marshals captured in Easter Arizona a group labeled as train robbers tied to the attempted robbery of a Southern Pacific streetcar depot. The men were claimed to be taken to New Mexico for trial, with formalities pending.

Buwerts Wolfe- Purge Company Monedall Mounted States Arizona Otmice Southern Pacitie Tral

Stridgeport Witness Describes Murder Plot Trial

In Stridgeport Connecticut a witness recounts the alleged mutiny by Daniel Fatins and Nichole near the Wittiees stand. The testimony centers on a fatal shooting by Weel and the accused brother’s involvement with the confederate group.

Akron Football Player dies from fever and head injury

Frank Hunt, twelve year old son of William Hunt of Akron Ohio, died last Thursday after a fever and a contusion on the head tied to a football incident. The report notes the tragedy occurred during a football activity in Akron.

Akron Frank Hunt William Hunt Walt

Zanoli Arraigned on Death of Fourth Wife

New York December 14 Charles Zanoll barber was arraigned on the charge of homicide in the death of his fourth wife Jennie Suber. The exhumed body showed typhoid fever not the cause. Zanoll denied responsibility for four wives deaths and other insured persons. He remained calm and was held on bail at Tombs.

New York Charles Zanoll Jennie Suber Thia Chatseta Zang Zqanoll Domiene Arhainei In SU Cenry Cherles Hraune Asethe Charles Zon Zahol

Blanco's Request to Permit Emigrant Visitations

A dated dispatch from General Rhines in Yavane to the Spanish legation requests authorization for Luis Lo to visit emigrants on the island. It states emigrants, voluntary or otherwise, may relocate without exception for political motives, and assures personal safety and family protection under government law.

Wiehlington Den 4 General Rhines Yavane Luis Lo Eusca

Stone Faces Challenge From Pittsburen Delegates

In a contested party scene Colonel W A Brediemeed expects no Pittsburen delegates at the River Dolitee convention. The Quay Ticket has been chained and its Wemibene Day announced. Ten delegates will attend the state convention but will not vote for Stone. This marks the first announcement of Stone delegates in the county with a promise to meet next April.

W. A

Actor Ratcliffe Assault Trial Opens in New York

New York December 1. The taking of testimony in the case of H M Ratcliffe, the actor, charged with beating his wife, began today. Mrs Ratcliffe testified to brutality and threats as the husband allegedly pelted her with hard objects during a domestic dispute, with the hearing proceeding amid further testimony.

New York Pwe Timony Ratcliffe

Untitled murder report from Lamar County near Kennedy

A fragmentary report notes that two Black men named Leicester and John Tanner were allegedly dragged from their homes near Kennedy in Lamar County and killed. The text references a government action and white capper involvement, but details are severely garbled.

Birmingham Ali Leiwis John Tanner Fwd Kennedy Lamar County Dow

Unclear Havana Report on General Sanguilly Life Service Claim

The message from Havana offers no solid information about General Sanguilly and his stated life services to the British cause. The text appears unreliable and lacks verifiable details or corroboration.

Wauehington Annenuno Havana

Unclear text fragment involving May Bryan and forest drive

Fragmentary notice mentions May Bryan and Geleril Clayton an American minister with a planned forest drive. Text is damaged and names unclear.

Che Dee Bryan Clayton Tater Weit

Unclear text fragment prompts no clear event

The readable portion suggests a disrupted record with names and events but lacks coherent details. The fragment mentions multiple persons and locations but the meaning is unreadable, offering no verifiable incident or outcome to summarize.

Unclear Appointment List From Workington Notice

Fragmentary OCR lists multiple named individuals including Olle Afra Motella Cornell Elyabure A C Nhefers Gimiute Suimitel Hopps Motanmurue Laneten Welesport Joseph A Monner with a Workington date of December 1. The full context and roles are unreadable.

Workington Tarennawivenias Olle Afra Motella Cornell Elyabure A. C Nhefers Gimiute Town Suimitel Hopps Motanmurue Bi Laneten Welesport Joseph A. Monner

Princeton Names New Captain and Board Selection

Fragmented notice reports Princeton appoints a new captain and outlines upcoming officer selections for the year. It mentions local officials and a ceremony at Princeton with names and positions partially readable.

Funeral of Mrs McKintoy Leads Morning News

The morning edition reports the funeral of Mrs McKintoy with Democratic representatives discussing work plans. Emory Smith talks about a newspaper Beliter, and other items cover expenses, budget news, court proceedings, congress in session, and regional updates including Lackawanna County and markets.

Expenses to Cut Down Weeding Civil Service Bills Debate

Washington reports a House debate on reducing civil service staffing and salaries by weeded cuts. Mr. Bingham proposes amendments to trim expenses, while Barrett and other members defend the civil service law amid protests and party lines. The session adjourned for a funeral with further action expected after recess.

Barrett Cleveland Washington Clinton Civil Service Commission Solsorheing Almeet Tilnghim Rep Wns Bil Mosgsre Grosvenor Bacrel Miarsh Cahn Mewill Ain Diehey Mase Messi Steele Brum Marah Mesere Cannon Bingham Goa Kyle

Pennsylvania Pensions Note Names and Places

The article lists several names and places linked to pensions in Pennsylvania. It mentions Horatio and Kerte along with Willinepmirt and William Corponier, plus Busquehanna and McHenry in a fragmented pension context.

Washington Dee Tipe Payneot- Vane Potkelan Horatio & Kerte Willinepmirt Fm Aeditional William Corponier Bhunonfere Busquehanna Thenewel Itonine Win F. Armen Monigonmits Usconimira Lncrewne William Chile Bhimlie Onisinal Widows

Weather forecast from The Herald of New York

The Herald predicts overcast and rain in the morning with fog, then clearing. North winds shift to brisk easterlies along the coast with fresh gusts, followed by colder spells and possible snow or rain in northern districts.

the Herald New York Coumta

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