24 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1896
Page
1
The notice proclaims an immense stock of holiday and fancy goods offered at final point discounts. It implies broad selection across descriptions and fixtures, urging quick purchases before stock ends and prices drop further.
Washington December 22 1887 President Cleveland formally recognizes the Republic of Central America composed of Salvador Nicaragua and Honduras The envoy Rodvigues presents credentials in full evening dress and Secretary Giney and Minister Luis Corea attend. The president notes a step toward closer union and regional defense.
The Annapolis launched a new vessel at the Coetcent Blip yard. The unnamed craft, misread in the OCR, is described as a steam yacht style vessel with sail power and a length about 2 feet according to the odd text. Intended as a training ship to take cadets aboard, it will serve as a summer cruising vessel for the Academy.
Philadelphia reports say John Wanamaker may not run for the United States Senate as Republican leaders push for a selection. Senator Quay reportedly backs Wanamaker, but concerns over party unity and strategy grow. The state organization plans to organize a strong committee as business leaders and politicians navigate the looming contest.
The article reports Mr Dingley’s view that Republicans favor a stronger act than the Welhintey bill. It notes disputes from Washington about eastern tenders and party lines. It mentions potential alignment with Mr Reed and Ms Christie while noting limited substantive difference with Mr Hoover or others.
In Trenton Nod, Mrs. Hents and Miss Tyret, two sisters, were struck by a Reading train while driving near Woolbee. Miss Tyret, aged 18, died instantly. Miss Tyret’s sister Miss Menaverse is hospitalized in St. Francis with critical injuries. The accident is under investigation.
The American Trust Company of Maine seeks a receiver after its Auburn chartered bank reports assets and liabilities. Officials claim sufficient assets to cover debts in full while noting the troubled Western Maine operations. Local observers describe the institution as poorly performing with depositor interests at risk.
Him. Wo Bryan launched his lecture tour at the Ga Opera House in Atlanta with a large audience. He spoke on The Ancient Landmarks, delivering a conservative discussion of governmental questions amid meetings with civic groups and a luncheon hosted by the Young Men's Democratic Tension.
European powers press for swift action by the Ottoman sultan as ambassadors in London report new instructions. Russia and others back coercion if noncompliance continues, with ten days given for response before further measures are chosen.
Snow blocked city transit and disrupted business in New York and New Jersey. Trains ran behind schedule as winds gusted and crews cleared snow from tracks. Trolley services faced delays but cooperated to remove the buildup, easing tensions between lines and merchants. Reports say substantial snowfall affected interior New York and Connecticut, with plow crews operating under difficult conditions.
Local financial troubles end with Bank of Superior shuttering its doors as officials warn of liquidation. Reports cite debts, depositor concerns, and city education funds affected by the disruption as irregularities surface in the late November statement.
A desperate clash near the Dowelies county line left Constable dead and seven others wounded after Coonsey, an alleged burglar, resisted arrest with a shotgun. The incident followed accusations of burglary and a confrontation with a German named Chonsey who had faced alleged torture.
Andrew J. Riker of Maplewood was committed to Newark jail in default of 6000 bail on embezzlement charges. He is alleged by his brother William I. Riker, formerly a New York druggist, to have fraudulently obtained 150000 worth of property at Fifth Avenue and Seventy First Street, held in trust for the complainant.
Three people died when a skiff capsized on Chork river six miles from Paducah Kentucky. Aten Greer 35 Mrs Badhavens 1h and her daughter Mary 12 were drowned while attempting to navigate the river in a skiff. Greer heroically tried to save the women but perished with the others. Also noted is John L Wallers career and a presidential appointment rumor in Washington.
A strike threat by workers on the West End Street mall was set to take effect tomorrow morning. Leaders and others employed later agreed to join the conductors motormen, forming a unified action.
The Milwaukee chamber of commerce issued resolutions expressing sympathy for a trugeting Ciba and declining against the Cameron neolothins. Copies will be sent to the citys senators and congressional representatives.
The directors of the Stites Rubber company meet this afternoon and declare a 2 percent dividend on the common stock payable February 1. This is the first dividend declared by the trust.
President elect McKinley and wife arrived in Canton from Chicago and were greeted by a crowded library. The visit drew a steady stream of visitors throughout the afternoon and into the evening, keeping him busy.
A fatal incident occurred today at a race track involving James Brown. Witnesses describe a confrontation between two Black men, with Hiktor from Maryland and Kaila from Washington, D.C. as linked to the event. authorities are investigating.
Dr Adolph Deucher is elected president of the republic of Switzerland returning to lead the department of agriculture and industry as a federal councilor. The Steckborn native has long served in Swiss politics and previously led the council, with a career spanning medical study and public service.
Bankers Dreyer and Berger were arrested amid a National Bank collapse as the Moseland and Hibernian banks faced depositor turmoil. Police and court actions followed, with Dreyer and Berger appearing in private court and a receivership process beginning for Roseland Savings Bank the fastest ever.
In New York on December 23 prominent steel printers attended a billet pool conference and discussed the situation this morning. A representative stated no action would be taken toward harmonizing interests without a durable, long term contract and a sense of security.
A Chicago and Alton line St. Louis express was held up near Independence Missouri after leaving Kansas City. Bandits cut the engine and set the train off the track as a guard and posse raced to the scene with detectives from Uinhun station. Earlier this year Blue Cut robbery led to arrests but no arrests followed this latest event.
The morning paper notes Mr. Cleveland recognizing the new republic of Central Atelio and reports on the powers to compel the Sultan to grant Heforums. It covers Chicago bank failures, Philadelphia demonstrations, Wall Street markets, and upcoming church music renderings. Local items include suburban happenings and winter weather notes.
Arrived: Columbia from Chenoa, Patra for Marseille, Anchorli from Cinegon, Teutonic from Liverpool, Najlee, with several ships listed for Antwerp and Liverpool. Landed at Queenstown and Southampton, Glasgow. Phoenicia from Hanbury and Stutt aert from Bremerhaven also noted.
London telegram reports tomorrow's edition will publish a Home dispute alleging that a Spanish seller placed an order with a Brecela factory in Italy for a large number of cart ridges.
Ex Queen Lil iuokalant arrived in New Orleans from San Francisco this morning. She was accompanied by her agent Mr Joe Heleliute.
The directors of the Delaware Luckiwanna and Western Hallroyd company will meet tomorrow to vote on the quarterly dividend. The regular dividend of 5 percent is expected.
A close associate of Richard Croker stated Croker has decided to lead Tammany Hall in the upcoming municipal campaign. The source is The Evening Run in New York dated December 24.
Consul General Pitehugh Lee arrived in Orlando and was greeted with a reception at the Ovala house as he traveled toward Havang. Citizens welcomed him tonight, reflecting cordial local interest in the visiting dignitary.
Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania based report shows for the fourth district over eleven months ending November 1904 there were no fatal mine accidents and thirty one non fatal injuries. It notes five widows and one orphan as related outcomes.
Nearly 2,000 fans pack Syracuse as Tommy Hyan battles Billy Payne the champion welterweight of Pennsylvania. The Empire Athletic Club hosts the event in this city tonight with Payne hoping for a decisive win.
In the Middle Atlantic states today clear and much colder weather with brisk winds and a near zero low in the upper Delaware valley. Friday will bring fair to partly cloudy skies, continued cold with brisk winds, followed by higher temperatures and increasing clouds with possible snow.
Finleys Groods offers black and fancy silks and satins with an elegant line of evening shades including moire velours in black and evening shades.
An advertisement offers French and Irish embroidered handkerchiefs, black lace scarves, fichus, ladies and gents initial handkerchiefs, black and fancy silk under skirts, gentlemen’s bath robes, shirts, collars, cuffs, and new stock of umbrellas with latest designs and lad gloves in the city.
Atlantic Lead and French Zinc join Strictly Pure Linseed Oil and Ready Mixed Tinted Gloss Paints in a regional trade display. The showcase highlights coating materials and finishes from local manufacturers.
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