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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1898
Page
1
President McKinley addressed a large audience in Atlanta urging continued duty and justice as the nation exits war and negotiates peace. General Wheeler received an enthusiastic ovation after the speech, with governors and officials praising the administration and the Confederate dead referenced in the remarks.
The order governing Cuba trade during the U S military occupation defines a temporary framework. It allows Cuban residents and certain ships to engage in coastwise trade with standard remittance of duties, while foreign vessels are restricted. No Cuban government is recognized, so a provisional blue field and white stripe flag is used alongside signaling and regional signals among neighboring nations.
George Hanes of Whose store Mires Botkin is alleged to have bought candy sent to Mrs Dunning and moves his op. Players were on the lines today and examined about making chocolate creme and other candies and the chance of poison entering the body during manufacturing. Not very satisfactory for the defense.
Martin Favora Farr of Lavkawonna navigated a local meeting today to discuss the upcoming house selection. He consulted with several island officials and found a majority in favor of Representative Wore for the position.
A report shows Agoncillo urging consultation with insurgents on the islands future while universal suffrage forms the American constitutional basis. He states Filipinos will gain a voice in Washington proceedings and cautions against ceding sovereignty without consent.
The Kansas City gathering debates whether to oppose or support expansion and tariff policy as the Federation of Labor faces division. Delegates from New York to Cleveland argue about wage impacts, annexation, and national unity while urging focus on workers’ interests.
Pattimore and Thawe-Marrons scored knockouts while Prof Frank Parley of Jobin Hopking University was defeated by Herman Miller of Baltimore. An earlier planned bout between Jim Janey and Tom Williams ended with a seven minute match and a knockout in the third round after a left hand hook.
The bewhiskered dispatch notes a committee considering a revenue amendment amid war finance concerns. Most members favor changes but worry the measure may stall or be redirected to the last session’s fate.
Local notice reports the death of Henry C Hickok in Philadelphia after a sudden illness. The article notes his family ties, including his grandson, and references a district event held at his home.
Pittsboro December 1 Democratic State Chairman Garmin meets in the city with National Committeeman Gwihov to discuss gubernatorial fusion or independent ticket prospects. Garmin expresses cautious optimism that unity could secure the House majority, while urging party discipline and cohesion amid divergent views within the Democratic ranks.
A Whitfield town led report claims a national scheme aims to consolidate street lighting firms under the Pennsylvania Globe Gas Light group with United Gas Improvement interests. The plan, valued at 22 million dollars, would create four major compacts and cover operations in Philadelphia, Chicago, Canton, New York, and other cities, with George Wyckham named as possible president.
The Eastern League gathered at the Fifth Avenue hotel as delegates discussed trial games and the next meeting date. Auditing committee praised Trestles Powers and membership applications from Toledo London Utica Troy Albany and others were reviewed by a committee to assess finances and circuit plans for the coming season.
London reports relay Paris and Paris Chronicle correspondents noting Dreyfus may travel to France. Warrant expected today for arrest of Mount Peedin and Walery Materhngy. Princes Victor Napoleon linked to imperialist circles and meetings with General Mercier amid Dreyfus affair fallout.
A mob attacked and burned a missionary outpost ninety miles east of NSupod Vourray as tensions between Christian and anti Christian factions rose. The assault left a missionary dead and others injured while attackers torched buildings. Local authorities reported no immediate punishment for arsonists amid broader regional unrest.
Calvin Brice longtime Ohio political figure and U S senator since 1891 died after a brief illness in Washington. A native of Ohio he served in the 18th Ohio Infantry, led the Democratic National Committee’s finance efforts, and later chaired the Democratic Senate campaign and national committee. He was a railroad investor and prominent in railway enterprise in New York before retirement. He leaves no widow and several grown children.
Articles filed in Trenton authorize a capital of 27 million dollars for Ameriad Pittterins. Half stock is preferred with seven percent dividend. rest common. Incorporators include Charles H. King, F Y B Charles of Jersey City, and T Frank Forrest of New York. General pottery venture across the United States with few exceptions expected to be limited.
A damaged OCR fragment lists names and destinations including Kiubier Wilhelm Ienon arriving at Queenstown and Baler Wilhelm der Gitoes from Sremen New York. It mentions various routes with New Yor and Mothtechem and a date-like token 4. The text is uncertain but indicates a shipping or passenger notation.
Cloudy start with reports from General McKinsey on bloquent additions at Athenta. Includes notes on Catholic missions, Philippine events, and a local criminal court precepting. Also lists editorials, Shriner activities, and a council meeting schedule.
The National Board of Trade heard committees urge broad reciprocity treaties with the Americas and Canada. Debate over postal rate reform, international postage stamps, and parcel post changes reflects aim to cut costs and modernize service amid decades of static rates.
Arietew of Incorporation filed in Trenton on December 15 with the secretary of state confirming the American Tin Plate Company’s authorized capital of 60 million dollars. The firm plans to manufacture tin plates and related products, with 20 million preferred shares and from 60 to 100 thousand common shares. Founders include James He Dil of New York and Howard KK Wood of East Orange, among others.
A Gulf Road wreck near a small station about twenty five miles south of Trinidad disrupts the northbound Munieeenmer train due to arrive in Denver at 8. The derailment caused by a leaker radiator injures several passengers while only one locomotive remains.
A fragmented note appears to describe local figures and events with unclear names. The text references a walkin section and a PS area, hinting at community notices or schedule items rather than a coherent story.
In Washington on December 14, Senator Cockrell urged the War Department to exercise discretion in releasing volunteer soldiers. He cited many volunteers wishing to be discharged while officers seek more pay and praised leniency for enlisted men. The House set a new record passing a six month deficiency appropriation for army and navy and moved to vote on the International Agrarian Bank bill.
A Spaniard named Jongph Be Thelen, known for a previous attempt to kill his employer, faced a case of felonious assault in Lancaster. The court ordered banishment, with a condition that if he left the country he would be transported to New York and sent home to Spain, never to return to America.
The piece reads as a garbled OCR fragment describing a person traveling with a heavy cold and needing rest. It mentions work, a trip, and a possible health setback but lacks coherent names or places. Further context is needed to identify individuals or actions.
A fragmentary notice from Washington describes a wind related event with unspecified location and parties. The readable text mentions individuals and an implied meeting but lacks clear actions or dates.
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