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Scranton Tribune

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Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1897

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Will England Fight Russia Preparations for War

Reports from Pekin to London and Montreal detail British naval mobilization plans and possible joint action with Japan. Four British warships are said off Chemulpo with Canadian Pacific officials denying requisitions. Estimates place British naval reserves around 23 000 men with concerns over wartime manning.

Great Britain Chemulpo Japan England Canada Pekin J. McLeavy Brown Corean Customs Cheminlpea London Canadian Pacific Railroad Shanghai Minneapolis Ottawa Brush Pot Arthur Corea Otlawsa Canadian Pacific Montrea Vancouver Esquimault Montreal Quebec Shaughnessy Canadian Pacific Railway Company Campania Lucania Etruri Umbria Majestic Teutonic

French Crema tion Report on Hai Nan Denied as Invention

Paris officials of the French ministry of marine dismiss the claim that French ships cremated the Island of Hai Nan off the China coast as an invention. A semi official contradiction also refutes reports that a French flare was hoisted over Hal Nan during the day.

Paris Ministry of Marine Hai Nan China Hal-Nan

Church Fights Arbit rated in East Liverpool

In East Liverpool the Church of Christ faces internal conflict as elders demand the pastor Rev Reed resign. The congregation deposes the elders and Cleveland missionary Rev Robert Moffat arrived to mediate. A board from other Evangelical churches will select an arbitration committee.

East Liverpool Church of Christ Board of Elders Reed Robert Moffat Cleveland Ohio State

Booth Tucker dispatch clarifies controversy report

From North Platte Nebraska Commander Houth Tucker responds to an inquiry about claims attributed to Mr Bullington Booth. He says he regrets the controversy and denies imputing or denying serious wrongdoing.

New York Emma Booth- Tucker Hooth-Tucker Elan Bullington Booth North Platte, Neb Hamming Ness Houth'l'ucker

Seminary Fire Destroys Main Wing in Sherbrooke

A blaze gutted the main portion of Rt. Charles' seminary and the left wing in Sherbrooke Quebec. Most pupils, including many Americans, were away on holiday vacations. Low temperatures around 25 to 0 degrees are reported.

Sherbrooke Que Rt. Charles’ Seminary

Transatlantic Passage On Kaiser Wilhelm Sailed

A Kaiser Wilhelm voyage departed from New York en route to Genoa via Southampton and Rotterdam. The ship carried passengers including Trayve from Hre men and Naples arrival Efe, with scheduled calls at Genoa and Naples before final New York or onward legs.

New York Genoa Otdami Rotterdam Southampton Trayve Hremen Naples Efe

Officers Elected by National History Association at Cleveland

The American Histories Association elected officers including President George Fisher and Secretary Bert Adame. Meetings were set for New Haven, a $10,000 surplus reported with $1,000 to the American Historical Review and $5,000 to the historical manuscript commission. Receptions for delegates featured Senator Hanna and several prominent locals.

Cleveland Dee George Fisher James F. Rhodes Edward Begieston Merbert . Adame Clarence W. Bowen A. H. Clark Samuel MacCauley Jackson Andrew D. White Charlies K. Adame Wiliam Wirthenry James B. Aneel Henry B. Adama George F. Hoar James Schouter Richard O. Storts H. M. Stephens Frederick J. Turner Melville W. Fuller A. B. Hart New Haven Conn American Historical Review Historical Manuscript Commission Hanna Samuel Mather Henry C. Kanney

New Trial Refused in Elizabeth Nobles Case

The U S Supreme Court refused a new trial for Elizabeth Nobles, convicted of murdering her husband. The court said insanity was not raised at trial, leaving her under death sentence. Clemency hopefuls face the newly created pardon board after all requests were denied. The crime occurred in June 1895. an accomplice described as a negro.

St. Louia Atlanta Supreme Court of the United States Elizabeth Nobles Pardon Board

Farmer robbed of six thousand dollars in Cass county

Aged farmer Lawrence Walters of Cass county buried about 2400 in greenbacks 4000 in bonds and papers in a tin pall under his barn floor. He checked the hiding place daily but found the stash stolen this morning. The loss unsettles him greatly.

Niles Mich Dee Lawrence Walters Wayland Cass County

Wreck Burned Out in Atlantic Near Boston Light

Captain Pintsch of the Arcadia reports passing about 160 miles east of Boston light. A large derelict, estimated 1 500 tons, was wrecked and burned to the waterline. it remains a navigation danger with few details reachable due to distance.

Boston Pintsch Hamburg-American Line Arcadia Hamburg Boston Light

Schooner Arcola Wrecks Off Green Island

The schooner Arcola from Randolph Maine bound for Boston with lumber ran wrecked on Green Island Portland at dawn. The crew spent hours in the rigging exposed to the weather before escaping to Green island on improvised planks. They were rescued by a fishing schooner six hours later and brought to the city.

Arcola Randolph Maine Green Island Portland Boston

Manwaughter Verdict Sentences Lewisboro Man to Fourteen Years

James Kelly of Lewisboro New York convicted today of manslaughter in the second degree for the murder of his father in law Clarkes Med. He eloped with Mind’s daughter and upon return quarrel led to the shooting. He received fourteen years with six months in Sing Sing prison.

New York James Kelly Lewisboro N. Y Clarkes Med Kelly Mind Meac Ing Sing

Arraignments in Camden involve multiple plea choices

Eli Bhow of Camden pleaded not guilty to the murder of his mother and grandmother and faces trial next Monday. Florence Mc Cusker, who shot and killed her husband in a quarrel, was also arraigned and entered a similar plea.

Camden Eli Bhow Florence McCusker

Estella Lost After Storm Off Cape Ann

The twap master brick carrying schooner Estella under Captain Littlefield left Plymouth bound for Boston and has not been heard from since that night. It is believed to have foundered in a storm off Cape Ann. The Hetella married a captain and two men.

Plymouth N.W Dee Estella Littlefield Boston Cape Ann Hetella

Stainins Resigns as National Secretary of Building Trades

Bt. Loula, December, Henry W. Stainins, newly elected national secretary of the United Building Trades council, resigns after the first meeting in this city. Henry Moore, secretary of the Plumbers' union, will succeed him.

Bt. Loula Henry W. Stainins United Building Trades Council Henry Moore Plumbers’ Union

Icebergs Reported on Lake Michigan Near Waukegan

An unusual spectacle was seen today on Lake Michigan about four miles out. Large icebergs, roughly 40 feet high and 76 feet in diameter at water level, were moving south and visible with a telescope from Waukegan.

Waukegan Dee Lake Michigan

Wick China company workers return after wage advance

A 1 percent wage increase was granted to Wick China company employees in Kittanning Pennsylvania, enabling the workers to resume duties after the settlement.

Kittanning Wick China Company

Fusion Talks Stir Columbus Polls Amid Hanna Opposition

In Columbus on December 10 discussions among anti Hanna Republicans and Democrats pursued a fusion plan to defeat Senator Hanna. Charles L Kurtzen and Allen Myers led efforts to win Democratic votes, with seven to fifteen Democrats eyed for alignment. many oppose fusion risking party ridicule. Major Dick boosts Hanna allies while Republican sentiment hardens under press pressure.

Columbus Democracy Hanna Charles L. Kurtzen Allen ©. Myers United States Hramley and Mason Cleveland Senator Burke Senate Burke Major Dick Kurts

Durrant Case Juror Discharged and Legal Battles Grow

Juror Smyth in the Durrant case was dismissed for lack of evidence after contempt proceedings. Durrant’s attorneys plan a supreme court writ of error alleging trial counsel exemptions and lack of an indictment. Mrs. Durrant sues Smyth for slander seeking 50000 dollars over claims of alleged guilty conduct toward his mother and sister.

San Francisco Smyth Durrant Supreme Court Hersult Germany

Snub to Miss Crane at Charleston Ball Draws Censure

In Charleston last week Miss Crane the actress was withdrawn from the hop by a chaperon said to be Mrs Lewis formerly Miss Rhett. Other chaperones issued cards disavowing responsibility and condemning the action. The press statewide denounces it with Cadet Peterson recalled by Captain Hamlet to his ship under the belief Mrs Lewis spoke for the chaperones.

Charleston Columbia Miss Crane Lewis Rhett Hamlet Cadet Peterson Mrs. Lewis

Printers Union Sued for 25000 in Conspiracy Case

Frederick Hess sues the Typographical Union in San Francisco claiming a union conspiracy caused his discharge from the Bulletin office. The paper’s proprietors admit there was no reason for dismissal other than avoiding trouble with the union.

San Francisco Frederick Hess The Typographical Union Bulletin

General Weyler protest against McKinley message blocked

The Madrid protest by General Weyler against President McKinley’s message is barred on international grounds and likely to lead to prosecution. Authorities refuse to forward the protest to the queen regent via the war office.

Madrid Ei Carrea Kepanda Nacional el Paconje Parere General Weyler Mckinley War Office

Intercollegiate Chess Tournament Scores Report

New York December results show Colima defeating Yale and Princeton with wins by Philverd and others while a few games ended in losses. The tournament totals reflect mixed outcomes across teams including Yale and Princeton in today’s matches.

New York Wae Colima Philverd Yale Hiwtty Princeton

Carter to Try Shakespeare as New York Debut Looms

New York reports Mrs. Leslie Carter plans a shift from modern dramas to Shakespearean roles with David Belasco stating she will appear in Shakespearean lighter parts after coaching in A Winter Tale Beat rice and Camille. Belasco says a London venture may precede a Broadway Adelphi debut set for April if the venture succeeds.

New York Leslie Carter Camille David Belasco Rosalind Mile Garth Heart of Maryland London Adelphi Theater

Furious Gales Ravage British Coast Shipping

Storms severely damage several ships as British and German steamers report wrecks dents and loss of cattle fittings. The Michigan carrying reports Barrowmore dented near the engine room, Storm King stranded then freed, Ulstermore shipping sea damage, Deutsch land with propeller blade lost, Plympton dented bow deck and a death, Harrow ashore with cargo drift.

London Michigan Tubbs New York Barrowmore White Boston Storm King Crosby Baltimore Deptford Antwerp Deal Ulstermore Moore Liverpool Queenstown Hotterdam Plympton Page Bremen Galveston Key West Amsterdam Harrow Savannah Nieuwe Diep

Relief for Gold Seekers in Joint U S Canadian Expedition

Washington reports an agreement between Mr Siften for Canada and the War Department creating a relief expedition to Skaguay. The United States Army and about forty Canadian mounted police will share transport and distribution duties with no duties on relief stores. The timing and location at Skaguay remain open with latitude given to American authorities.

Washington Siften Canada War Department United States Army Mounted Police of Dominion United States Skaguay Canadian Mounted Police

National Cycledrame to rise at Ambrose Park Brooklyn

New York plans a premier bicycle track for next season at Ambrose park Brooklyn three laps to the mile on a board surface fast and among the finest in the world Nate Salisbury and John W Ambrose back the project which will also allow baseball football and other athletic events on the grounds.

New York Greater Ambrose Park Brooklyn Nate Salisbury John W. Ambrose

Contractor G W Green Fatally Injured in New Rochelle Dynamite Accident

New York December report states G W Green a wealthy contractor and former Cuban Giants manager was fatally injured in New Rochelle today when a dynamite kick thawing before a fire exploded.

New York G. W. Green New Rochelle

White Reinstated to Full Membership in New York Block Exchange

Stephen V. White was reinstated to full membership in the New York Stock Exchange by unanimous vote of the committee on memberships. White had previously failed in the maneral pante of 1s and was reinstated after meeting obligations with interest.

White New York Dec. Y Stephen V. White New York Block Exchange Committee On Moir Dagon” White Lotereat

Cotton mill plans wage cuts in Alaine next month

In Lowleton Maine December 3 it is conceded the local cotton mill will align with broader New England mills and reduce wages for workers. Twelve Liouaan ome bloyes will be wifeoted.

Lowleton Alaine Cory

Corbett Publishes Cash Challenge to Fitzsimmons for Rematch

James J. Corbett declares willingness to back up his challenge with cash and promises payments tied to specific battle outcomes. He accuses misquotation by the press and asserts public support for a second meeting with Robert Fitzsimmons, promising sums for signing, rounds won, and eventual supremacy in the world championship.

Cincinnati Dee. W James J. Corbett Robert Fitzsimmons

Pennsylvania earnings show gains in November and year to date

The Pennsylvania Railroad reports November gross earnings rising by 5745.00 and expenses up 409,100 with net earnings up 1,184.00. Eleven months show gross earnings up 1,701,000 and expenses down 701,100, net earnings up 2,402,100. West of Pittsburgh and Erie for November posts gross earnings up 915,000 with expenses up 424,000 and net earnings up 594,000. Eleven months show gross earnings up 1,185,500 with expenses down 567,000 and net earnings up 1,702,000.

Philadelphia Pennsylvania Railroad Company Pennsylvanian Railroad Grose Pittsburg Erie

Murder in Waterloo as Bank Watchman Is Slain

Night Watch man Charles K. Cox of the Dekalb county bank was murdered after midnight by two unknown assailants who sought to rob the bank. The killers stole a horse and buggy and boarded an east bound Baltimore and Ohio train at Garrett.

Waterloo Ind Charles K. Cox Dekalb County Garrett

New York Man James A. Jordan Indicted for Forgery

James A. Jordan, once a pension examiner in Washington, indicted for forgery and bribery, was arrested here today. He waived requisition and will be returned to Washington for trial.

New York Dee James A. Jordan Pension Bares Washington

Powerful union links New York mogul to Kentucky bride

New York multimillionaire and tubist J B Hogegin married 28 year old bride Mies Moor Voorhees in Versailles Kentucky. The ceremony took place today as Hogegin held veteran status and the bride’s family remained prominent in the city.

Versailles J. B. Hogegin New York Turtmat Mies Moor Voorhees Hie Hugin

Hinckman Mine Closes as Lehigh Valley Suspends Operations

Wilkes Barre December 3 The Blackman mine operated by the Lehigh Valley Coal company suspended operations indefinitely, leaving many workers out of work amid a dull period in the coal trade.

Wilkes-Barre Blackman Lehigh Valley Coal Company

Man Eats One Hundred Oysters In Cafe Feat

Harry Michaels R J Hoffman Clarence H Terhune and F L Mackey brokers argued on the Consolidated exchange floor about gastronomy Mackey claimed he could eat one hundred oysters He ate fifty to start a crowd gathered Then he finished the hundredth oyster and collected $200 in bets amid cheers

New York Harry Michaels R. J. Hoffman Clarence H. Terhune F. L. Mackey Consolidated Exchange Mr. Mackey Mr. Michaels Mackey

Bland Sees Democratic Sweep and Free Silver Credited

Representative Bland predicts a Democratic sweep in 1900 with free silver. He argues the gold standard is too narrow for the nation and endorses the Gage bill aligned with McKinley policies. He forecasts Missouri will follow with wins in St. Louis and surrounding counties.

Washington Silver Dick" Bland Gage McKinley Missouri St. Louis

Secret Band of Lithuanians Thugs Plague Pottsville Region

In New Philadelphia, a mining town near Pottsville, a secret Lithuanian gang believed to number at least fifty has terrorized residents. They allegedly vow deadly retribution, protect members, and defend them in court. Nine members were arrested after a clash with officers. Constable Devine was injured.

Pottsville Dee New Philadelphia Joseph Konosky New Philadelphia Joseph Shermosky Joseph Missock Joseph Sucklesky Peter Balotroch Peter Swilph

Comptroller Eckle Resigns. Dawes to Take Charge Next Week

James H. Eckle, Comptroller of the Currency, will resign effective tomorrow after meeting with the president. His successor, Charlo Dawes, will qualify tomorrow and assume office next Monday, while Mr. Fekles departs for Chicago tomorrow.

Washington Dew James H. Eckle Fekles Chicago Charlo Dawes

Unknown man found dead in Delaware River near Cramer Hill

The body of a well dressed man about fifty with a cut throat and severed jugular was found floating in the Delaware river opposite Cramer Hill Camden New Jersey. A packet contained less than a dollar in change and no identifying clues were found.

Camden N. J

Widow of Captain Pax ton dies suddenly in Harrisburg

Mrs Barth Coventh Paxton aged 80 dies suddenly this afternoon in Harrisburg from heart failure. She was widow of the late Captain Joseph H Pax ton U S Army and mother of Captain Alexie Kr Paxton U S Army now on duty with the Pennsylvania National Guard in the city.

Harrisburg Barth Covenith Paxton Joseph H. Paxton Alexie KR. Paxton United States Army Pennsylvania National Guard

News This Morning and Local Happenings

General England defies Russia as Cuba faces destitution. Ant-Hima Republican Corbett challenges Fitzimmons amid state efforts for coal industry uniformity. Forest City Christian Endeavorers gather. social events, editorials, and local notices fill the day.

England Russia Cuba Corbett Fitzaimmons Christian Endeavorers Forest City Philadelphia Father Whelin A. B. Dunning West Side Kellly la Lackawanna County The Marketa

Distress in Cuba reports mass starvation and fatalities

A Madrid paper cites a Spanish journal describing 4500 reconcentrados in San Jose Lajas starving or dying in huts. It claims 16000 deaths in a year and notes widespread misery in Santa Clara with abandoned families, fevers and lack of shelter medicine and warmth during winter.

Havana Madrid Emparcial San Jose Lajas Revon el Diario de la Marina Santa Clara

Bunco Scheme Nets Two Men Large Loss in New York

Pawtucket residents Joseph Fenit and William Hutchins report to police a green goods bunco after receiving offers of fine goods at low prices. Fenit lost 4500 dollars and Hutchins 10 dollars after sending cash and traveling to New York and Jersey City. They opened boxes at home to find only tissue paper, despite letters to Henry Hamilton at 109 Fifth Avenue, New York.

Pawtucket R. 1 Joseph Fenit William Hutchins Fenitt Hutchins New York Jersey City Fenlf Green Gewls Henry FP Hamilton Fighith Avenue

New Pension Scheme Discussed by Washington Officials

Commissioner of Pensions Evang proposes replacing pension attorney services with government supervised officials to handle claims. He notes that $12,000,000 has been paid to attorneys over thirteen years and aims to reduce fraud and delays while saving money for veterans and the government. He has briefed the House Invalid Pensions Committee but has not outlined a final plan.

Washington Dev Cline Capes

Decorator James T Hall Missing After Albany Work

New York reports James T Hall senior member of James T Hall & Co decorators and contractors has been missing ten days. The Albany state house repair project faced delays with 21 00 appropriated but not yet spent. Creditors say they will not lose due to his disappearance amid theories he may have精神 gone crazy.

New York James T. Hall James T. Hall & Co State House Albany Setill Hall

Weather forecast for New York coast and interior regions

The Herald reports cloudy to partly cloudy conditions with a fair morning, slight temperature changes, light to variable winds becoming easterly and northeasterly. highs along the coast, possible rain or snow, then clearing and improving conditions at night inland and on the southern coast.

New York

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