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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1900

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Harrisburg Political Storm Centers as Insurgents Rise

Harrisburg erupts in a political storm as Reynolds and ex Mayor Fellows push to control the county clerkship amid insurgent plots. Washburn shifts party, Quay allies move to organize the Senate, and a fusion plan with Democrats looms as leaders court support for Quay or Snyder.

Crawford Reynolds Fellows Hallidriil Telbune Harrishure Dee Harrisburg Scranton Connell Postimaster Tapple The Commonwealth Pellows Mr. Reynolds HE. A. van Valkenbere Oliver Davis George Davis James Custeviine Providence Rinsland Jones Quay House Senate United States Trvcossary Washburn Snyder Liucka Wann Inc Qed M. W. Lowry George W. Jenkins N.S. Davis Grifiths Jermyn Thomas Jordan Olyphant Farr Reynalde Timlin Burke Carsbondale Beck Moscow Mhure Ton Parker Edward Northup Harry Beaniwing Harry Dale G. Am. Wallace John Edwards Messrs. Scheuer James Philbin Lochial Vaughan Livy Richard

Washburn Switches Back to Republican Party

Senator Washburn of Crawford county announces his formal resignation from Populist alignment and joins the Republican party and its councils. He notes past cross-party support for Democratic measures and states he seeks alignment with party goals to advance his district's interests.

Crawford Harrisburg Washburn Crawford County Republican Party Democracy George A. Jenks United States Maquilini le Democratic Vitor

Democrats Condemn Washburn Steps in State Assembly

A Democratic Senate and House meeting in Harrisburg adopts resolutions condemning Senator Washburn for allying with the Quay machine. A three member committee will meet him, while a five member panel drafts the formal resolution denouncing his conduct as faithless to constituents and party.

Washburn Senate United States M.S. Quay William S. Snyder Chester Penrose Colonel Quay Pennsylvania Colonel Quits House William Flinn Allegheny Quay William T. Marshall Marshall Quiy T. Magee Philadelphia Harrisburg Hlarrisburg, Dee.d Honeeth Genert Assembly Shun Hineel Jason

Orthodox Jewish Union Convenes in City for Biennial Meeting

The Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations met with 96 congregations represented from the United States and Canada. Rev. Dr. Mendes led the gathering and discussed dangers of intermarriage, reform influence, and the need for a permanent synod to protect Jewish identity. He also reported on correspondence with Seth Low and the U S president about replacing the Red Cross emblem for Jewish surgeons. The group adopted resolutions on education, Sabbath observance, and military chaplaincy, with Mendes elected president for 190.

Mendes Seth Low United States Red Cross Prem New York Tree Union of Orthodox Tiebrew Canada H. P. Mendez Union ON. Dembitz Louisville Ss. S. Cohen Philadelphia A. Friedenwald Baltimore H. K. Suarusch M de Sola Montreal P. Klein Joseph Bluementhal Cyrus Adler L. Napoleon Levy Silverman Mas Deutschman Jacob Hecht Neo BH. I. Mendes Amon Council of the Union of American Reformed Hebrew Congregations Richmond America Jeremiah Associated Press Executive Committee Dr. Mendes

Railroad men restless with failed wage talks

Negotiations between the Central Railroad of New Jersey workers and company officers ended Saturday night without agreement. The federation of engineers conductors firemen brakemen and telegraphers sought an increased wage scale and a ten hour work day with a minimum wage of six dollars per day. Romering and brotherhood chiefs will push for acceptance of the new scale in Jersey City early this week.

Associated Preea New York Deco The Herald Board of Federation Central Railroad of New Jersey Federation P. Titus Clas

Scouting in Luzon Yields Insurgent Captures and Skirmishes

Reports from Luzon describe multiple engagements as scouting continues. Units under General Wheaton and General Funston claim camps burned, insurgents killed or captured in provinces including Camarines and near Cuysun. Detachments of the Fourth Regiment and Eleventh and Ninth Cavalry report casualties and targeted camps.

Manila Luzon Chavite General Wheaton Giremarios Peninsula San Antonio Cheneap Funston Cuysun Moriones Allajoan Mendova Sundiggo Eleventh Ninth Cavalry Camarines District

Carrie Nation Refuses Bail in Wichita Disturbance

Carrie Nation of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union refuses bail after breaking mirrors and destroying paintings in a Wichita saloon. She vows to remain jailed until cleared of charges, while the union appears to abandon efforts for her release and she threatens further demolition if freed.

Wichita Kam Dee Carrie Nation Christian Temeperance Union Fuil Christ In Temperance Union

Chinese Wave Accepts Joint Note Prepares Formal Acceptance

Exclusive wire reports from London indicate the Chinese Wave has accepted all terms of the joint note. They will send formal acceptances by envoy and request immediate start of negotiations, with military operations reportedly to be conducted accordingly.

Associated Press London Bee Wiiing The Times Pekin Morrison Dona Conde

Three Men Die in Abbeville Night Shootout

In Abbeville three men died after an altercation at a cotton mill site. Wilbin Wire of Massachusetts, overseeing mill work, was among the dead. John Dinaby, an outsider whose hearing was impaired, and Vansley exchanged shots with Kale, both fatally wounded. Sheriff Keondy later pursued and both shooters died.

Charleston Dow A Abbeville Wilbin Wire Massachusetts Abbvile John Dinaby

New York to Liverpool Sailing Route Names

A cryptic OCR fragment lists ports including New York Minneapolis Havre Glasgow and Liverpool with scattered names Dee tiL Arrived Sallod Anehoria and Yuwens. The readable items suggest a maritime itinerary or shipping record lacking clear events or dates.

Associated Press New York Dee Til Minneapolis Lombay la Gascogne Havre Sallod Anehoria Glasgow Yuwens Sailead Liverpool

Election riot leaves two dead in Vivar province

Two persons were killed and several injured in an attack at Vivar during an election event. The incident occurred in the province of Tiv with reports from Madrid. Authorities have begun investigations as the country braces for potential political unrest.

Associated Pros Madrid Cean Vivar Province of Tiv

Roosevelt Addressed by Vice President-Elect at Y M C A Event

Governor Roosevelt spoke at Car hegle hall before a packed audience of Young Men's Christian Association members. The address was read aloud at more than a hundred similar meetings nationwide, with General C. Howard and General John Brooke on the platform and bluejackets and soldiers among the attendees. The speech praised association work, urged self help and brotherhood, and warned against overreliance on state power while stressing voluntary civic effort.

Associated Trees New York Roosevelt Carhegle Hall Young Men's Christian Association Ehlet William Dodge C. ©. Howard John Ki. Brooke Army New York Festival Chorus Prof Morgan Gen Jered Mrr Dole Young Men's Christian Associations Colonel Toousevellt Ian Wonen United States Canada Philanthoploe Ameria Christian Association

Weather and State Notes Lead Morning Edition

Weather indications today point to rain or snow. Harrisburg reports show Governor Hoorewell addressing the Y.M.G.A. Orthos Hebrews meet with New York. Carbondyll and Green Ridge reports include church dedications and timely sermons in Elm Park. Local weather and industrial news complete the morning chronicle.

Harrisburg Hoorewell Y. MG. A. Orthos Hebrews New York

Kitchener Dispatches Grim Boer Front Updates

London reports Lord Kitchener's telegrams from Pretoria and Helvetia show Boer resistance remains strong. British positions like Helvetia fall briefly to Boer forces, with casualties and prisoners noted, while De Wet eludes capture and Kimberley stays isolated. Signals also indicate Australians and Canadians may enlist for irregular service in Natal.

Associated Tress London War Office Lord Kitchener Pretoria Lyttleton Helvetia Leers Kitchener Reeves Belfast Helveth Muehadedorp-Lydenburg de Wet Kimberley Lydenbure Lord Witchener Otloshoop Lichtenbiurge Care Norven Clements Nooitgedacht Kitchener Wannot Durban Australia Chinada Natal Pan Irregular Corps Johannesburg

Cudahy Receives Second Kidnap Threat Over Reward

Millionaire parker A Cudahy receives a second ransom threat from unknown kidnappers demanding withdrawal of a 625 000 reward for arrest and conviction of the three bandits. The letter, found in his yard, mocks police clues and hints Pat Crowe involvement but Cudahy refuses to bow to demands.

Associated Press Kdnappers Pat Crowe Beng Cudahy

Local boxing notes and training plans in Cincinnati

Cincinnati reports that Dee as representative for manager Wilson A Hirady will attend follies Wearystart during the week. Jeffries is slated to begin training at West Madden Indiana next week. Sus Bexoah aims to secure a watch for the Jedries fight in February.

Cincinnati Dee Cook Wilson A. Hirady Jeffries Weet Madden Ind Sus Bexoah

Body Found in Mill Race Near Altoona

A decomposed body of a man was found in a mill race while water was being supplied to a furnace in Huntingdon County. The victim is believed to be George Kelly, a Philadelphia cigarmaker, about 60 years old. The search and identification details remain unclear as officials investigate the circumstances surrounding the death.

Commonwealth Milibirg Philadelphia Tewis Tof Quay Mia Republican Party Qiias Associated Press Altoona George Kelly Waton Huntingdon County

Scandal Unfolds at Bermondary Town Hall Meeting

Exclusive wire reports from The Associated Press describe chaotic scenes at a Dowie Alonlat gathering in Bermondary town hall. The evening ended in a free fight as tensions rose among attendees.

Associated Pres Associated Presa London Bermondary Town Hall

Ashanti Rebellion Ends After City Surrenders

London dispatch reports Colonel Willcocks stating the Ashanti rebellion is ended with all villages surrendering. Major action concluded as government force secured control.

Experiments With Sumatra Tobacco Fail Outside Florida and Connecticut

Exclusive wire reports that US Department of Agriculture soil division and Connecticut Experiment Station conclude Sumatra tobacco grown near Hartford by the Connecticut Tobacco Experiment Company was sold by the company with no department rights. Whitney favors auctioning future crops at multiple cities to ensure fair dealer access. Growers are warned that success is limited to Florida and Connecticut.

Associated Pros Washington United States Department of Agriculture Connecticut Experiment Station Hartford Kansas City New York Philadelphia Milton Whitney Division of Soil Connecticut Tobacco Experiment Company Whitney Connecticut Sumatra Florida

Compliments From Caine On American Women

Hall Caine writes to Sorosis praising American women's position as higher than in any other region. He credits American independence and character, while noting the chivalry of American men. The message, dated December 8 from the Isle of Man, expresses admiration for American society and its ladies.

Chillicothe Hall Caine The Sorosis Fredbaecastle Isle of Man Wee Min Owen Republic of Artoane Eamiet America

Big Fire Destroys Multiple Bloomsburg Properties

A blaze in Bloomsburg Pennsylvania destroyed W F P Slagle's machinery and residence, George Moyer tin shop, William A Hartzell livery stable, a Billmeyer barn, and damaged several nearby barns. Total loss about 22000 dollars. Slagle 7000 Hartzell 5500 Meyer 3000 Sterner 3000 Woolsey 500 Hillmeyer 800. Fire likely started by a gasoline barrel explosion at Slagle's place.

Bloomsburg W. F P. Slagle George W. Stormer George Moyer William A. Hartzell F. P B. Billmeyer O. B. Woolsey Co. B. Luts L. N. Moyer M. G. Quick Slagle Hartzell Meyer's Sterner’s Woolsey Hillmeyer

Deaths of a Day in Paris Kentucky and New York

Edward Bedford, aged 80, died today in Paris Kentucky. A noted breeder of short carts and cattle, he paid a record $16,009 for a bull at a New York sale in December. Hirany Mitra, son of founders of the Fifth Avenue Hotel, died at the hotel after a few days of pneumonia.

Associated Press Paris Edward Bedford New York Jave Hirany Mitehoaek Fifth Avenue Hotel New Hampentire 1St Jin Alfred PD. Darlingen Baron Stevens Hitehone Fifth Avenue Lintel Tninehia Houlth

Traction Company Proposes Pay Plan Rejected

Exclusive wire from The Associated Press reports Harleton Pa to a proposition by Lohagh traction company through President Alyan Markle to pay all men $100 for ten hours and overtime. those not employed by the year to receive $1.50 for ten hours. The employees reject the proposition.

Harleton Dee Sthe Lohagh Traction Company Alyan Markle

Weather forecast for Washington area upcoming cold spell

Forecasters predict mixed precipitation including snow for Monday and Tuesday. Strong winds ease overnight Tuesday with a shift to northwesterly. Temperatures will drop, bringing a colder spell across the region.

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