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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1894

Page

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Wilson Tariff Battle Divides House In Tariff Debate

The House passed the Wilson tariff and income tax bill by 204 to 140 amid spirited debate. Key votes split along party lines with Hines Mut cher Belle Hoover and McAteer supporting the measure and Sibley opposing. several Democratic linchpins from Pennsylvania also dissented. The closing speeches featured ex Speaker Reed as the chamber crowded for the final act before the bill moves to the Senate.

Witte House Hines Mutebler Bellehoover McAteer Sibley Hopkins Pennsylvania Scranton Amos J. Cummings New York City Wilson Belizhoover McAluch Mutchler Reilly Wolverton Reed Chap Chairzoan Wilson Tom Close Senata

Reed’s Speech Frames Tariff Debate as Protection Case

Mr Reed closes the Republican tariff debate with a strong protection case. He argues open markets fail to shield U S industry, cites thirty years of protection and national strength, warns of uncertainty if the tariff bill passes, and predicts momentum toward a new era of prosperity only under protection. The speech emphasizes free trade as groundless and underscores enduring industrial resilience.

Nee Min Cogland Bright Aid Cobden Cohen Shoala Denne Committee of Ways and Means Sydney Smith Carr Aldrich Iabor Kingland Reed Cnd Henee United States of America

Senate Debates Treasury Bond Issue Submerged in Clash

The Senate moved to tomorrow after a day of partisan clash over a resolution denying the treasury secretary authority to issue bonds. Republicans condemned the redemption act claim as a bogus prerogative while Democrats offered no decisive counter.

Washington Senate Secretary of the Treasury Dolph

Moses Discovers Major Fraud in Coestead County

County Auditor John G. Moses reports uncovering a significant fraud in Coesteu County. He estimates losses between 400 and 500 dollars after reviewing a Daily News bookkeeper’s advertising bill and several other paid invoices later deemed fraudulent.

Coesteu John G. Moses Mow The Daily News Wero

All Quiet at Mansfield Mines After Raid

Twelve anarchists captured in the raid at Bowerhill mines yesterday were questioned by Lyors McMillin today and kept in custody. The district is quiet with only two deputies on duty. Most mines are in operation and workers report no further trouble while mine owners see no immediate issues.

Conten England Lolay Sam Dora Heven Tornt Indyi Constinora Ateel Gonstirs Urkitte i Potrgon Eou- Wiovts Agi France Germany America Sie Wade Akill Tmneli Mensie Polley United States Matisrinio Bowerhill Lyoirs McMillin

Celebration of Abrogation Anniversary Sparks Hawaii Tensions

In Homonuiu on January 17 the first anniversary of abolition is marked amid dispute. Minister Willis declines participation, the British representative sulks, and plans for future development are outlined. The American League gains influence backing annexation and opposing Chinese labor. debates about white settlement and planter interests shape future politics.

Willis American League Hawaii Inux Asiatica

Reform plan ends conferee system for district convention

A Chester and Delaware counties subcommittee adopted a new method to nominate congressmen by delegates rather than conferees. The plan, approved in Cursten on Feb 1, sets one delegate per precinct plus one per each 100 votes, with Cheater County gaining leverage. The convention will rotate between counties after Congressman Robinson’s term.

Wyatem Robinson Cheater County Delaware County

Swede Arrested for Bogus Medical Diplomas in Boston

A Swede named Dr. Rolf Pithgren was arrested for selling fake medical diplomas to men enabling midwifery practice. Diplomas bore the sign "RK. iW. Edmunds, Medical Director" and listed a price of 810. Pithgren claims the association is a Massachusetts society but cannot provide details.

Rolf Pithgren Diplomati Teil Edmunda Pitheren Massachusetts

Pithgren’s Diploma Scams Reach Northeast Cities

Reports show Pithgren, described as a man of fine appearance, handling numerous diploma receipts across Connecticut, New York, and northern New Jersey. A sizeable portion of signed receipts tie him to sales in Newark Elizabeth and New Brunswick, with many endorsements from women in these cities.

Edmunds Pithgren Lim Thalgie Connecticut New York New Jersey Hlm Newark Elizaveth New Lrunawiolk

Judge Fura Exempts Traveling Company From License Fee

Judge Tolay Preai ding disige Wurst issues an opinion in a theatrical law case. Manager Greenberg of the Huntington Opera House must pay the annual license fee of $59 under the act. The ruling states traveling troupes may be exempt from certain county taxes.

Fura Huntingdon Hustisapos Tolay Disige Wurst Furst Greenberg Huntington Opera Honss Assembly Unt

Lehigh Valley Railroad Linked to Newark Water Debt

Through the sale of securities the Lehigh Valley Railroad gains access to 1.75 million dollars to cover floating debt. The city of Newark issued bonds of 4.5 million. funds were paid to East Jersey Water for water supply. Lehigh Valley holds half interest in the water company and receives half the profits from the sale.

Newark N. J Lehigh Valley Railroad Company East Jersey Water Company Leigh Valley Lahigh Valley

The Jersey Deadlock and Stockton Opinion

Attorney General Stockton states the supreme court has jurisdiction in cases with two conflicting legislatures to determine lawful legislative authority. He urges Republicans to end filibusters and seek court resolution to settle the majority question promptly.

Stockton Densky Crry N. 2 Werts Anya Supreme Court

Simpson Fires Accident Wounds Himself on Detroit

Wasiisotos Feb 1 The only reported casualty of the hostilities between Da Gama and Benjamin Rio Janeirs harbor is Past Assistant Paymaster George Washington Simpson of the cruiser Detroit. He accidentally shot himself in the leg while handling a revolver and the injury is slight. It is believed he was preparing his weapon for an expected battle when the accident happened.

Waingleiwad Ace Abraham Lincoln Lauler Dave Pepe Garre Georgia Mr. Turner Democratic Party George Washington Tose Wasiisotos da Gama Benjamin Rio Janeirs Harbor George Washington Simpson Detroit Mr. Simpson Himelff Bastla

Adam Carhaugh Charged in Franklin County Strangulation

The man charged with murdering Jacob Waggaman by strangulation was arrested today and jailed in Franklin County. He was arrested near the Adame county line. Legal filings suggest a verdict of murder in the second degree.

Gerryspijna Adam Carehaugh Jacoh W. Waggaman Llsome Franklin County Adame Commonwealth Ciiven

Democratic clash renomination amid city tensions headline

Fragmented report cites renominated John BR by Milena leading lawyer amid anger. midnigh t medical notes on Mr Child show slight improvement with no major change. Delaware county court actions target Opiegs Brick Co in Norwood for $15000. other items include local police arrest in murder case, bank report details, and mill closures impacting jobs.

Carliste John BR Milena Child Hhild Delaware County Opiegs Brick Company Norwood Tount Werger Gerind Hutng Charles Metilone Dan Sporaisera Meadville Saviliers Bank Showarhe Neéseta Eberhard & Ober Breowlig Company Troy Hill Allegheny City Jows Inawease Keystone Farnum Cotton Lancaster Shenagland Ammons Ciase Alice Daley Jeneed Bik County AL Meehan Lang Valley Hindford Albert Muling Red Chiff Stith Scothh Center Wayne J. J. McMananey Cambria Phenix Tron Company Elle New Olean al Lowbrylyo Lowe Joby Deenie Howellvilla

Weather forecast fragment with unclear locale

Fragmentary forecast text mentions Friday conditions and temperature expectations. It references unusual place names and phrases, making precise details unclear. The readable elements suggest a regional preview of imminent weather effects without concrete figures or locations.

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