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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1899
Page
1
A Brownsville special reports the Branzell mine disaster, with forty dead feared and bodies severely mutilated. Eyewitness Jonah Meese recounts the explosion and the brutal aftermath, while evidence points to naked lamps and known gas presence, despite safety rules.
A letter from Dr. Albert Lelberman, major and surgeon of the Thirty third United States Infantry, disputes claims Logan was shot by his own men. He details a heavy engagement, Logan’s death from a head wound, and a hard fought victory with heavy casualties among natives and prisoners taken. General Wheaton sent a congratulatory letter noting the victory as the war’s largest to date.
The Dion Coal company of Shamokin announces the Scott breaker will resume operations in a few weeks after a two year delay due to weak coal markets. When running it will employ about 1,100 men and boys, expect coal veins to last fifty years, and ship roughly 3,000 tons daily. A modern breaker will be erected at the mine.
The New York arrivals section notes the ships Muans dam from Rotterdam and Queenstown bound Tauric from Liverpool.
London dispatch chronicles Britain’s war-wearied mood as a nation turns to determined volunteerism. Wealthy peers, generals, and county yeomanry race to enlist, with leaders like the Duke of Marlborough and Earl Grey fueling a broad mobilization amid a sobering, mourning holiday season. The piece notes royal family plans and a public resolve to bear the burden in South Africa.
The pope opened the holy door of St. Peter's Basilica in a grand rite attended by Papal officials, diplomats, and Roman nobility. He entered with the pontifical entourage, struck the door with the hammer, and conducted a solemn benediction granting plenary indulgences. Crowd and guards maintained order as the event concluded with the pope blessing the faithful.
A six story brick building at 134-148 William Street in New York burned today, gutting the structure and damaging adjacent 122 and 18 William Street. Loss estimated around 106000 dollars, with the Remin-Jonces envelope company and occupants affected. over 60 workers may lose jobs.
Report from Mr. Dingman of the Census Bureau notes Playa de Ponce as the only completed district on the island with 4647 enrollees, up from 3479, despite heavy hurricane damage. Completion expected by December 29, with overall island estimates pending tabulation.
A constable shot George Petway and a companion known as Lowy in Wagener's Hotel in Nashville Tennessee. Constable Irwin died minutes later from a gunshot wound.
Local primary races in the fifth ward are listed among other regional items in the morning paper. The page notes general news, holidays, and local business updates alongside political coverage for Scranton and surrounding areas.
The British steamship Aristo carrying cotton and grain wrecked on Ocracoke Beach near Cape Hatteras. Twenty-one of its thirty crew drowned after abandoning to lifeboats in heavy seas. Captain Baines and eight others were rescued by Captain James Howard and life saving crews. eight more crewmen survived, cared for at the Ocracoke life saving station. A revenue cutter officer will report on the loss and rescue conditions.
Lancaster Pa news reports a nationwide drive by the National Association of Spanish American War Veterans to raise a monument for Major General Henry W Lawton. The fund named Henry W Lawton Memorial Fund will be led by General Willis J Hulings Colonel E W Hine and Lieut E K Miller with official roles noted.
Farmers Danielstraus ser and Charlies Lyttle died when their two seated wagon was struck by a Pennsylvania railroad train about a mile below Sunbury. The collision occurred around 1 o clock after they came to town for Christmas purchases. Both men died instantly and the horse and mule were killed. The train engineer’s whistle frightened them as they entered the crossing.
Moscow reports Count Leo Voletotta has been pronounced fully restored to his ordinary health by medical advisers after a period of illness or concern.
Cable reports from Cape Town indicate no changes in the general situation with Christmas truces in place. The Duke of Connaught sought active front service but was declined by the government. he offered to serve as staff, which Lord Roberts approved but was not allowed. General Gatacre enacts reconnaissance rules near Sterkstroom to curb unrest and protect camp security as Dutch colonists resist and Dutch resistance grows.
Sun Fraieheen aboard the United States transport Vilerhe arrived today at Hyhot Thom Manila via Necasaki. The Valencia esterhaweed endured very heavy weather during the cabte trip and was forced to seek shelter three times. Mer Pikeenwer Uist comprised three civilkind. The Unphel Britin transport Westmins ter sailed for Mantle with four head of hepws and mulor.
Samuel Wall a prominent contractor age 67 died shortly after midnight. Albert Tuarnia his partner in business was stricken with paralysis and died days later. The incident occurred at their burned scene of property, leaving the community in shock.
Reported last night in Olean and Bilal area a man named Scarborough fired at a target, wounding a curitzen and fatally striking a Byard daughter before a second shot. No arrests have been made as authorities search for suspects.
A December coastal storm lashed the New York area with high tides and strong gales along the Jersey coast. Officials reported elevated water along the shoreline and rough seas affecting beaches and harbors.
The United States haughty the Capes to night. She has on guard the remurye of the Mat tie dduail.
Washington weather desk predicts rain and colder in Eastern Pennsylvania on Monday and Tuesday with improving conditions by Tuesday. Strong west to northwest winds ease after Monday night.
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