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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1896
Page
1
Bank of Minnesota Closes Doors After Insolvency Scare
State official seizes Bank of Minnesota assets as suspensions ripple through Minneapolis financial circles. Officials report deposits and city funds at risk while investigators assess missing capital and potential receivership actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bank OF Minnesota
Sanguilly Trial in Havani Becomes Mutinous Hearing
The trial of Julio Sunewilly on conspiracy charges against Spanish authorities devolved into a mutinous session in Havani. The court saw tense arguments from defense and prosecution as the judge adjourned amid disruptions. The case centers on Sunewilly’s alleged ties as a Spaniard by birth and American citizen, with the defense seeking acquittal and release. Military reports describe ongoing operations and casualties among forces, including Colonel Luria’s and General Salone’s movements, amid broader conflict in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havani
Julio Sunewilly
Pnetecalling
Shaw
Exael Dustlee
Dad
Generaal Weyler
Don Rennie Wowter
Cuba
Death of Miss Powell at boardinghouse in Philadelphia
Miss Mary J. Powell a young visitor from Winona Somerset county Maryland was found dead in her bed at a Philadelphia boardinghouse 912 Spruce Street. Authorities say she was killed by inhaling illuminating gas from an open jet after arriving in the city yesterday for an operation on her nose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Mary J. Powell
Winona
Somerset County
Maryland
Boardage
Howe
Spruce Etyreet
Powell
Uncertain Accidental Death Reported At Local Hospital
An unidentified woman, possibly Miss Powell, died under unclear circumstances at a hospital. She was well dressed with a gold watch and chain and a small amount of money. She may have been a schoolteacher from Winona, and friends have notified the coroner to transport the body.
M'Kinley Leaves Chicago for Quiet Dayton Holidays
Major Mekiny left Chicago and plans a quiet holiday in Dayton with his wife Miss Sora Dano and two relatives. He said his visit had few callers during the holidays due to the season and noted the trip would be restful after a busy stay. He praised the visit as beneficial for both himself and Min.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Dee
Metinky
Sora Dano
MeKintey
Min
Jerisa
Contin
Conference of the Steel Men Fails to Reach Accord
New York December 22 The American Desermer Steel Manufacturers held a second special meeting but no definite agreement was reached. Efforts will continue to conciliate the Bellair group as a large plant concerns loom in the decision. A further meeting may be called depending on next week’s talks with Western manufacturers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Promet
Chic
Acton
Chien
Tee
Wiley
Nathovnk
Tipte Trust
Ivan
John Amens
Angus and Glndele Ogtrating Company
Mers Perior
A. Will
George A. Gindete
Dreyer-Wasmiunsdorf
New York
Desser Steel
Dessermer Steel
Groupe
Runnniy
Ohleons
Dorie
Duty on Anthracite Sparks Legislative Debate in Washington
A December Washington dispatch reports Representative Lok of California will introduce a bill on coal duties arguing for or against tariff protection. The piece notes interest from Speaker pro tempore Daniel and reflects on prior duties, production data, and recent coal developments near Swansea Wales influencing sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Lok
Califor
Fevelen
Mir Daniel Sieves
Wienise Wentral Snide
Laws Poe
Saradito
Lemay
Swansea
Wales
Mob law in Kentucky sparks deadly violence in Paducah
A mob attack in Paducah Kentucky leaves Jim Sterne dead and a man named Charles Col in shot. Incendiary fires ignite buildings while armed factions patrol the town, prompting authorities to deploy deputies as residents brace for further clashes amid a wave of racial hostility and vigilante justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Padueah
Doe
Maynetl
Jim Sterne
Charles
Olin
Wilte
Hagen
Tom Chamber
Ton
Miarfield
Missing Bank Teller Reported Amid Unclear Details
A disjointed OCR record describes a missing National Bank teller linked to a town near High Point. The note cites family statements and mystery surrounding the teller’s disappearance, with dates and some names garbled beyond recognition.
Struggle After Gun Accident On Bear Gap Mountain
In Shamokin Pennsylvania William Leidy was accidentally shot in the left foot while hunting on Bear Gap Mountain. He crawled toward a road after the wound. a farmer found him, applied aid, and a doctor later treated him. Leidy survived after morphine and amputation of the injured finger, with hopeful prospects for recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shamokin
Dew
Bear Gay Mountain
William Leidy
al- Nicat
Ulti- Witte
Penrose Candidacy Endorsed At Philadelphia Mass Meeting
Bolke Penrose secured endorsement for United States senator at a crowded Academy of Music gathering in Philadelphia. Notables including Mr Wharton Congressman Binghman and James W Latta spoke as resolutions praising Penrose were adopted amid Quay's distant commentary on Wanamaker's defeat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Wharton
Congress
Min Bingham
James W. Latta
Mr Penrose
Mr. Quay
Hlis
Wanamaker
Philadelphia
Bolke Penrose
United States
Academy of Music
Filence
Penrose
Wid
Toa Anderly Chitlemagie Tower, Jr
Joseth Wharton
Tethlehen
Ren and Steel Works
Presidim
Wharton
Bingfinn
Titernal Atvales
James W. Lutta
Mr. Penrose
Fenatur Quay
Thom Washington
Oh Woos
Mey Quay
Tgian
Washington
Mir Wandimaker
Pearse
Merchants Call for Conservatism on Cuba Policy
Baltimore December 2 Merchants and Manufacturers association passes resolutions condemning the cue ban and urging a just conservative approach in U S Cuba policy. The group pledges unity among businessmen to influence the Senate on Cuba questions and uphold orderly government action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Merchants and Minufacturers’ Association
adant+ed
New Penvilion
Senate
Estate of Professor Peraussin Tesco In Probate
The widow of Professor Peraussin Tesco petitions Queena county court for administration of his estate. She says the estate is small at about $2000 with debts exceeding assets, and requests appointment as administrator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Peraussin Tesco
Tee
Queena County Court
Witter
Will of Henry Pierce Leaves Baker Co Officers Large Sums
The will of Henry L. Pierce of Boston filed in Suffolk probate grants the Walter Baker & Co Limited officers and employees sizable legacies. Recipients include J Frank Howland president and Pierce’s confidential clerks Charles B and Tabhor B Aliivich, H C Caillagher vice president, each $100,000. Other recipients: Frank J Hall head of New York agency, William J Brooks clerk, John F. Dewdlee treasurer, Harry Dye lane, Richard Folsom head of Chicago agency, Ethan A Cushing permanent of works at Mibbon, William Brooks, and Charles AL Pope each $40,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Dew
Henry L. Pitres
Suffolk
Numeroua Charithes
Walter Baker & Co. Limited
Mr. Pieres
J. Frank Howland
Mibbon
William Brooks
Charles AL Pope
Sultans New Decree Grants Armenian Prision Clemency
A Constantinople dispatch reports the sultan pardons Armenian prisoners convicted of crimes against the government or persons and those awaiting trial. Death sentences are commuted to exile or finery, with promised liberty after three months if behavior remains good. Clemency follows the Armenian patriarch’s appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Constantinople
Central News
Iui Armeoniing
Mitr
Ormatilan
Armeniian
Jatriarch
Meres
Belmavier
Armenhine
Clomuney
Penrose Unbroken Lines Report Amid Political Tension
An unbroken account notes Dew Harrishing and Rudolph the oberg leading a special committee of the Business Men's League at the Wall Street headquarters opposing the Penrose plan. Senator Thomas oversees the Penrose quarters and meets Governor Hastings to discuss ballot timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrishing
Dew
Rudolph Theoberg
Chilpmian
Business Men's League
Wits
Jones
Wanamaker
Thomas
Penrose Landquarters
Hastings Tegleht
Quaysain
Snowy Ice Cream Tragedy Baffles Ocean Grove
Katie Seanton two years old of Theta Seanton a whinker from Ocean Grove died after a sledding accident or bear severe illness on a winter afternoon. Her sister Mary stayed at home and Mary became ill with similar symptoms later that day. A physician judged the cause to be a unidentifiable brain fever but the exact illness remains unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Astory Park
Der
Katie Seanton
Theta Seanton
Ocean Grove
Mary
Dynamite Explosion Left Man Near Death in Chester
A dynamite blast at Echoomer Lodge in Chester left Ne, who was severely wounded, in a critical condition. Surgeons at the Chestey Hospital performed antitoxins with satisfactory results, though the patient remained in danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester
Siiney
Echoomer Lolge
Coroner Seeks Arrest in Grave Diggers Plot at County Infirmary
The coroner and superintendent of Lucy County Infirmary obtained a warrant for Dr F O Mant charging malfeasance in the desecration of graves Beao and B Cirtwitoht. Mant was arrested at noon and Bead was killed in Shin Waud. Evidence suggests a professional ghoul harvesting organs may have operated there for months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toho
Tee
Lucy County Infirmary
Charg Jae Din
Beao
B. Cirtwitoht
St. Louis Man Reaches Dee City in Mysterious Run
A cryptic report notes a man from Minnesota on a perilous journey toward St Louis as authorities trace a remarkable sequence of events. The tale mentions a fire incident and a drugged state, with focus on a lone traveler near the city limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Lows
Dee
Mies
Revilenes
Heavy Snowfall and Economic News Highlight Morning Edition
Local morning bulletin covers heavy snow in the region and national policy notes. It lists court cases, market reviews, and notable society items including anniversaries and local happenings.
Explosion at Wilkes-Barre Shaft Leaves Injured Workers
A blast at the No 2 Baltimore Shaft in Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania yesterday left multiple workers injured. Fire continues to burn and officials plan flooding to control the blaze as eight men remain hospitalized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore Shaft
Wilkes-Barre
Dec
Baltimore
Thames
Palmer Wins Verdict Against Leader Publishing Co
Tisdale Palmer, an agent who sued about a hundred leading U S newspapers for damages over a published article accusing him of dishonest transactions, received a verdict of six and a quarter cents against Leader Publishing Company in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittebburg
Craised By Girl And Cape Reading Pa
A garbled local notice describes a store incident in Reading Pennsylvania. Police were called after a disturbance involving a girl and cape. A shoplifting accusation is mentioned along with a court or store verdict and possible confinement.
Steamship Arrivals and Departures in New York
Arrivals include Havel from Bremen Mollie from London Ker Huaion from Antwerp Sulley by Lain for Itromen. Departures include Werra leaving for California Moville Slahted for Aruitieetam. Ocean passage notes mention Milestan from New York for Hotterdam, with Beachy Head passage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Havel
Bremens
Enamel Paints Matthews Broth Atlantic Lead
Enamel paints tied to Matthews broth and Atlantic lead referenced in a French zine. Readable portions suggest trade or production notes linking materials and suppliers across oceanic routes. No clear event or outcome stated.
Paints and oils advertised by Reynolds and Crockett brands
An advertisement lists RS Carriage Paints Reynolds Pure Colors Reynolds Wood Finis Crockett Preservative Ready Mixed Tinted Glass Paints Strictly Pure Linseed Oil and Guaranteed products. The brands emphasize durability and quality for painting and finishing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reynolds
Crockett
Sixteenth Annual Dinner of the New England Society
Philadelphia hosts the sixteenth annual dinner of the New England Society of Pennsylvania this evening. Principal guests include Governors Lippitt of Rhode Island and Griggs of New Jersey, along with Attorney Harmon. They delivered brief remarks pertinent to the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphla
New England Society of Pengevivania
Bell
Vle Society
Covertors Lippitt
Hhofehiundy
Grigva
New Jeteon
Ganeml Harmon
Pittsburg Shenango and Lake Erie Railroads Merge Plan
Meadville December 2 directors of the Pittsburg Shenango and Lake Erie railroad authorize consolidation with the Butler and Mittebure railroad forming a new road to be named Pittsburg Hewsemer and pas Brie and Pal Neron C Drei aatane Pa to Pittsburg with several Legates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meadville
Pittsburg
Weather Outlook Maps Snow Preceded Cold Front Across States
In the Middle states today cloudy to partly cloudy weather prevails after snow. Winds shift from variable to westerly and northwesterly, with a slowly falling temperature. By Thursday in New York, if present, expect partly cloudy to fair skies and slightly colder conditions with fresh westerly and northwesterly winds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dec. S
Middle States
Finley's Silk Goods Ad Highlights Evening Shades
Finley's offers black and fancy silks and satins with an elegant line of evening shades moire velours in black and evening shades.
Handkerchiefs and Fancy Ladies Goods Sold
A listing features French and Irish embroidered handkerchiefs, black lace scarves, fichus, initial handkerchiefs, silk undergarments, skirts, and gentlemen’s furnishings including shirts and collars. Also offered are bath robes and various neckwear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dich
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Adeat
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National Bank of Nots
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General Weyler
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Steel Men
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George Shutter
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Leidy
Penrose Indorsed
Cameron
Hermann’s
Henry Pierce
Haber Corporation
Sultan
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Bank of Mingeroli Miuse
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Whitney's Woolly News
Wall Street Review of Markets
Williameon Lode
Oid A. Alybtstius Oliicore
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John AL Bingham
Foreign Treditions Committee
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Mahon's
Palmer
Cape
Young Boyer
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Atlantic
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