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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1902

Page

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Harris Meek libel trial opens in Clearfield county

The Harris Meek libel suit begins with District Attorney Swope accusing Frank G. Harris of malice in a Bellefonte Watchman article calling him a king of crooks. Witnesses include ex Judge Krebs and Meek supporters as the case proceeds before Judge Gordon with a large audience.

Swope Harris Krebs Associated Press Clearfield Harris-Meek Gordon WW. T. Marshall Ward R. Bliss Dantal Edwards Clarence Wolf Philadelphia Meitor Meek D. Krebs Thomas Murrey Mir. Meek H. Thurston Samuel Rainey J.B. Gillett G. W. Smith James ©. McCain W. Fy. Kirk Fe. Rooney Matthew Bloom Osten McGarvey PL Oc. Weber Peter Brown J. M. Wrigley Meek Bellefonte Watchman Frank G. Harris Benator M. L. McQuown Clearfield Raftaman Woodward McQuown Ayrris John Martin Matt Savage J. J. Gingery Morris Crook Wreele C. Shields William 8. Blair Dubais Blair

Eggs Thrown in French Chamber During Debate

A visitor in the Paris chamber of deputies shouted down with the thieves as she hurled eggs into the hall. The projectile hit deputy M. Pasmi and caused a bench to burn while splashing on other deputies. ushers expelled the woman who wiped the mess from floor and benches.

Associatid Paris Chamber of Deputies Visitore’ Tribune M. Pas- Mi

Schley in Knoxville Reception Before Washington Visit

Admiral Schley and wife were honored in Knoxville with a large reception by the Cumberland Club. A farewell dinner and campus visit preceded their departure next morning to Washington. the event featured floral decor, a mini Brooklyn centerpiece in the punch bowl, and a brief address from the admiral despite a cold.

Knoxville Tenn Schley Oelock Cumberkinds Club Enutire Club Brooklyn Briely

Rochester Walking Match and Verdict Terms Missing Details

Fragmentary OCR text references a Rochester walking event and a legal plea in New York. It lists names or terms like Muag Mapd, Messee 110, Mulber hana, and Loellein 11, but the passage is garbled and lacks coherent facts, dates, or outcomes.

Dewad Muvhhenter N.Y Messee Weir Mulberhana Loellein

MISS HAY WEDDED IN WASHINGTON CHURCH CEREMONY

Helen Hay eldest daughter of Secretary John Hay and Payne Whitney son of ex Secretary Whitney wed today at the Church of the Covenant in Washington. The ceremony drew the president and cabinet and New York and New Rochelle society, closing mourning for Adelbert Hay as guests gathered with Whitneys and Barneys among dignitaries.

Washington Asmciated Press Helen Hay John Hay Payne Whitey New York Navy Whltney Woon Church of the Covenant New Burghind Society Hay Adelbert Hay William ©. Whitney Edward Colebrooke C. T. Barney Miss Barney Gerald Paget Payne Whitney Arlington

Carlisle Indian Industrial School Commencement At Carlisle

The Carlisle Indian Industrial School held its twenty third anniversary and fourteenth graduating exercises with a large gathering from Washington Philadelphia New York and other cities. Superintendent Pratt led a day of school inspections and commencement with speakers including General Daniel Sickles Eaton Reed and Rev Dr Sheldon Jackson. 42 graduates delivered orations and recitations as the school enrolls 1050 pupils with 855 on farms statewide.

Carlisle Pep. G Carlisle Indian Industrial School Washington Philadelphia New York Pratt Gymonasium Daniel FE. Sickles Eaton Reed Dickinson College Sheldon Jackson Alaska Carlisle School Red Met Indian Affairs of Congress R. L. Pratt Europe

Fight ing the Marine Band bill advances in Congress

Washington February report from the house labor committee favors Rep Bartholdt Missouri bill to bar United States Marine band and other army and navy bands from competing with civilian musicians. Bartholdt notes government pay uniforms instruments and sheet music give these bands an unfair edge in private contracts. He says the measure would not affect Marine band performances at the White House or on government duties.

Kiehse Harrie Krehs Turek Phillipsburg Ttwan Voar Rupe Fon Wreba Meek Harrisburg Krebs Marria Gordon Nccessary Harris Captain Howard Cottage Hospital Cole Stobert Foster Centre County B. J. Haywood United States Hanswood Becker Dy. LL. Wrehes Thomas Bigelow Clearwater Noebs Ierrisburg Witter Mr. Bigelow Washington House Committee On Labor Today Bartholdt Missouri United States Marine Band Birtholdt White House

Mrs. Soffel Worsens as Butler Case Waits

Reports from Pittsburg indicate Mrs. Soffel, linked to the Tilid dle brothers, is gravely ill with a wound healing slowly and declining nourishment. Harry Biddle confirms the grave of the dead men will be guarded, and he seeks to be executor of the estate, alleging cash and other assets in possession at arrest.

Pittsburg Butler Auide Duck

Settlement talks stalled on coal mine dispute resolution

Exclusive wire report from The Alsociatei Mons in Indianspolis notes no agreement today by the doles tamalitee Mole on settlement between United Mine Workers and operators across four states.

Alsociatei Mons Indianspolis Keb Doles Tamalitee Leky United Mine Working

Progress in Agriculture and Rail Regulation The Commission Report

The Industrial Commission’s final congress report covers agriculture mining and transportation progress. It urges stricter railroad regulation higher shippers protections and broader inquiry powers plus enhanced agricultural controls and anti adulteration measures with calls for expert auditors and uniform class standards.

Associated PLC Washington Industrial Commission Congress

The Danish Treaty Cedes West Indian Islands to U S

The United States and Denmark reached a treaty for cession of St Thomas St John and St Croix and adjacent lands. Denmark transfers absolute ownership of public property while Denmark retains arms and military stores. Danish subjects may stay or depart with rights to property and allegiance decisions within two years. Delivery occurs after $7 000 000 is paid.

Washington United States Denmark Crown of Government of Gala

Forestry policy notes from the latest annual report

A recomimented summary notes that the government aims to enter policies related to forestry and administrative work connected with forestry. Detailing oversight and potential changes, it cites the general aims of forestry management and the role of government agencies in implementation.

Mob Hangs Two Negroes in Separate Kentucky and Tennessee Incidents

In Nicholasville Kentucky a mob hanged Tom Brown after he was identified by 16 year old Miss Erma Powell who said he assaulted her. In Lynchburg Tennessee Euless Whittaker was seized from jail and hanged by a mob after his murder case was called in court.

Nicholasville Tom Brown Hegro Erma Powell Court House Brown Miss Powell Nashville Tenn Euless Whittaker John Foster Lynchburg Whittaker Court House Yard

Governor Tait Dinner Guests With Washington Leaders

A White House dinner honored Governor Willi e W. Tait of the Philippines. Attending were Secretary Shaw, Booth, Speaker Metulemon, Senators Foraker and Beveridge, Representatives Lina senor and MMoney, and other prominent figures. The gathering occurred during Tait's stop in Washington.

Washington Vel Mogeetelt White House Willie W. Tait Hie Philippines Wile Ingtod Secrretary Shaw Peotetany Boot Apraker Metulemon Foraker Bode Spooter Valebanks Hanne and Beveridge Lina Senor Mmoney A. Couper Dee Arthie PT Dedstes Presidint Valduiveysne Mes Loman Abbott

Fire Panic Hits Convent in Mount Carpel Ma

An explosion of sulfur shattered a Life Convent of the Chunk of Gir Lady in Mount Carpel Ma. One inmate woke alive and opened a window as others were hindered. Gallagher, director, appeals to authorities amid the chaotic scene and danger.

Mount Carpel Elianibese Laters of Charity Matawr Gallagher

Unclear transport listing from New York to Southampton

Fragmentary wire service note lists routes and vessels between New York and Southampton via Liverpool and Naples. Mentions ports Newark Paul and Naples with uncertain dates and carriers.

Cnclusive Associated Row New York Uo Gables Sy 2 Mapuliwlie Husiys Wheln Wreuioi Cietione Archyis Ladi Naples

Explosion at Park Avenue subway work injures two in city hotel

An explosion of dynamite in rapid transit subway construction on Park Avenue between Forty first and Forty second streets sent a 30 pound rack fragment through the Grand Union hotel plate door, breaking several windows. Two people were injured by flying fragments but none seriously.

Advocated For New York Park Wevenue Porty-first Forty-second Grand Union Hotel

Terrible Trip Of A Coast Schooner

The coastwise schooner Charles Noble Simmons from Norfolk to Fall River was towed into port by the steamer Indian after a hurricane like gale froze the crew. Captain Green was knocked unconscious by wreckage, five crew members suffered frostbite, and the voyage ended with the vessel anchored off Fire Island before reaching port. The captain and crew were hospitalized at Stapleton.

New York Charles Noble Simmons Norfolk Fall River Fire Island

Creed Revision Sessions Focus On Doctrinal Revisions

Philadelphia Feb. Sessions of the Presbyterian creed revision committee concentrated on a report from the textual revision sub committee. The body tentatively plans to revise the third chapter of the confession and certain sections on salvation of infants and good works. Sub committees are to prepare final forms, with reports expected Saturday.

Philadelphia Presbyterian Committee On William H. Roberts West Inia

Disastrous Chicago Fire Destroys Varsity Building

A four story Varsity fut building at the southeast corner of Bixndeth Street and Ellis Avenue in Chicago burned this evening, causing about 200000 in losses. Firefighters saved most occupants but several workers were injured or burned. one firefighter, James Tilman, sustained a broken thigh, while others suffered burns from an explosion in a store inside the building. Owner Thomas Burns had the property insured.

Chicago Varsity Bixndeth Street Ellis Avenue Chicago University Alma Humes James Tilman Sévold Stary Hin Robert Hartley Suother Nieman Poliken John Coyle Thomas Burns Thie City

Heated Senate Debate on Philippine Policy and Treason Laws

The Senate and House clash over oleomargarine and Philippine tariff bills as Foraker defends revised statutes. Trials of sedition laws provoke sharp exchanges, with Hour and Talbert pressing concerns while Reedlin's resolution spurs debate on war era treason laws.

Senator Foraker Harnest Henr

Oldest Northwestern Obituary Notice Returns to Pier

Fragmentary OCR text chronicles a long obituary in a Northern region publication. It notes the death of a 77 year old figure and hints at historic links, city and family naming conventions, and a ceremonial return of a body to a pier for burial or display.

Pensions Granted by Federal Office

Frail fragment from a Washington pension notice lists recipients such as Philipp Schweiter and others. The incomplete OCR mentions pensions granted, but many names and details are garbled, leaving unclear amounts, dates, and agencies involved.

Pyeax Wishington GeeThilip Schweiter Sia Jas Teem

Unclear text item from historical newspaper page

Fragmentary OCR text yields no coherent event or names to summarize. content appears garbled with numerous nonsensical phrases and misread terms, no discernible persons organizations places or dates can be reliably identified.

Wan Feb 6 Peninsular Weather Update

Eastern peninsular forecast shows chilly Friday and Saturday with colder north portions. Winds from the south ease late, and rainfall potential remains low across coastal towns.

Wan Peninayl Ows Cloutinos Acul Malik Witels

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