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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1902

Page

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Harris and Meek Linked to Hospital Libel Trial T

The Clearfield Hospital libel case opened with Charence Wolf and others testifying. Meek admitted not writing the alleged article while denying other charges. verdict awaited after a two hour jury deliberation with a likely acquittal for Meek but costs possible.

Harris Clearfield Hospital Meek Frank Flirrla Kent Herald Haywood Stevie Hirvisburg Hinetrics Ilaswood Krebs

Trolley Car Plunges Into Ravine Near Darby Wall

A trolley car derailed between Darby and Philadelphia due to a collision with a wagon. The crash tore through a stone wall and dropped into a ravine, resulting in a fractured skull and serious injuries to a passenger.

Philadelphia Darby Wierbenno Willa Mull Darby Cromk

Creed Revision Progress in Presbyterian Synod Plenary

A Philadelphia exclusive reports the Presbyterian creed revision committee, meeting in this city, spent sessions drafting a brief doctrinal statement for future use. They adopted one article on revelation with wording changes only, awaiting possible reconsideration by two thirds. Tomorrow they resume by reviewing revisions to the confession including chapters 10.

Philadelphia Committee On Presbyterian Church

Nottingham Mine Closed By Strike

Exclusive wire reports the Nottingham coal mine in Plymouth owned by Lehigh and Wilkes-Barre Coal Company suspended operations as enough workers failed to report. Foremen clashed with United Mine Workers committee over work cards and several employees were discharged prompting a meeting to reinstate those men or face a broader walkout including engineers and firemen.

Wilkes-Barre Nottingham Lehigh and Wilkes-Barre Coal Company Plymouth Monay United Mine Workers Iine National Convention of Miners Helr Thdtinopolis District Collery Cornitree Mondiy

Dinner in Honor of Prince Henry Dinner in Honor of Prince Henry

New York Feb 7 The New York State Zeitung plans a gala dinner for Prince Henry on Feb 24. Invitations exceed 1400, with speakers from major papers and organizations. The city presentation of freedom of the city was moved to Saturday February 2 in response to officials.

Baelieive Assaghite New York Prince Henry New York Stats Zeitung Schl LG Mertiunridden Prince Germany United States White Jay Meth New York ‘Tribune Phat Hinds St. Chir McKelwing Brooklyn Dually Bugle Charles Bimory Smith Philadelphia Press Sboterna Washington

Fragmented Wire Service Snippet With Pasted Names

A garbled wire service fragment mentions Lenore Instrument Company Pitot and various capital letters and company names. the readable content is sparse and unclear about any event, date, or outcome. The text appears to be a corrupted OCR passage with multiple misread terms and scattered proper names.

Democratic Delegates Allocation Report

Exclusive wire from Harrisburg, Pa reports the state party fixed delegate totals for the next Democratic convention. Gains and losses appeared in counties like Luzerne, Westmoreland, and Montgomery, with Philadelphia and Allegheny most affected. Delegates are apportioned based on local Democratic votes and district majorities.

Harrisburg Chala Creasy Philadelmia Allegheny Luserne Westmoreland Montgomery Luverne Cora Yeoker Uhittnion Cheney

Pennsylvania Industries in 1900 Rise Across Measures

Census Bureau reports Pennsylvania’s manufacturing sector expanded since 1890 with 42080 establishments, capital up 50 percent, total wages rising, miscellaneous expenses increasing about 50 percent, and product values higher in most cities. Allentown, Chester, Lancaster, Pittsburgh, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, York show notable gains. several cities reported capital declines.

Washington Census Bureau Pennsylvania Almgehong Cupid Inverene Allentown Capid Alioon Capital Sai Chester Capital & Tol Capitil Thor Holstown Ptits Sit Lancaster Poalicts Sint Mivenspny Cpibil Sean Henin Ae Peer Eons Podinds Ted Phidtucheljlidia San Pek Een Vitus Deorimose Spercem York

Two soldiers hanged for desertion in Philippines

Washington reports two soldiers identified as Mdmoe and A. Dubose with Lewis Russell were hanged in the Philippines today after military commissions found them guilty of desertion to the enemy. They belonged to Company ? of the Ninth Cavalry Negro Regiment and were tried by a commission at Gulno Bhutan, Albay province. The case, approved by General Chaffee, saw the President and Secretary of War decline to intervene allowing the sentences to be carried out.

Washington Philippines Mdmoe A. Dubose Lewis Russell Ninth Caves Negro Regiment Albay Iin Gulnobhutan Albay Huy Chaffee War Department House- Well Fithne Secretary of War

Marine Lieutenant Disappears in Early February Report

An exclusive Associated Press dispatch notes a marine officer’s status update with unclear details. The report observes movements on February 1 and references investigations and possible assignments, but the exact circumstances remain unsettled.

Sampsons Attorneys Protest Schley Command Claim

Stayton Campbell Theall, attorneys for Rear Admiral Sampson, file a brief with President Roosevelt protesting Admiral Schley’s claim of supreme command at Santiago and seeking opportunity to present evidence before any finding adverse to Sampson. They argue Sampson commanded every vessel at the battle and request hearing on the matter. The brief also notes the court of inquiry and Navy approval of Schley’s appeal.

Schley Secretary of the Navy Sampson Associated Press Washington Theall Stayton, Campbell & Theall Roosevelt Supreme Command Santiago New York Theodore Roovevelt United States Sirs Weberlowve Otl Lamp Anil Widenoe Avery Ashii Klow Oslaw Comiander-Lisehied Oregon de Ia Opgie Sittin Nis Din Ellie Fig Advi Sollin Fein Ciel Stayton A&c Pageleld Cal Biel Counel Dar

State Railroad Commission Launches Probe Into Train Incident

The state railroad commission announced an inquiry into a recent train incident near Albany. Officials said the probe will examine the circumstances of the accident, the train operator, and safety procedures to determine any violations or required changes.

Four Children Cremated In Maryland Farmhouse Fire

Exclusive dispatch reports a Cumberland area blaze at the Robertson farmhouse 29 miles east of town. Four children Pearl Owen Effie and Joseph aged 4 to 10 died in the fire. Parents William P F Robertson escaped by jumping from a second story window after sparks from an open hearth ignited the home. Neighbors aided after the flames subsided as the couple endured near freezing conditions.

Cumberland William PF. Robertson Here Maryland Potomac River Stohertson Pearl Owen Effie Joseph Robertson

Wage Scale Reaffirmed by United Mine Workers Delegates

Secret session of massed delegates in Indianapolis ends after midnight with approval of the joint scale committee report. The 1901 wage scale is reaffirmed as the official baseline, with President Mitchell urging calm and national officers promising support if strike action follows.

Indianapolis Ind United Mine Workers Mitchell Bat Lewis Wlon

Collage of nautical work on yacht deck and launch date

A fragmentary report from Enclusive Wire describes progress on building the yacht deck and ways for launching the vessel into the water. The narration notes substantial deck completion and ongoing preparations for the vessel’s launch, with some dates and details obscured.

New York Ian Banenie Wil Law World Beall

Unclear OCR fragment cites police chief and campaign links

Fragmentary wire report from an unidentified agency mentions a police chief and a campaign tied to Christian communities. Names, places, and dates are largely unreadable, leaving vague references to high officials and political affiliations without verifiable facts.

Hy Kaghivlee Frees Watin Pel Lie Af Police Bertie Gehors Christian Solenie

Feud Tangle Sways Route to Washington

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a political journey toward Washington with mentions of Asheville and a hostile feud. Names and places are unclear, but the text hints at travel, dates, and political actors in a contested passage.

Unclear historical note on smallpox spread in town

Fragmentary report describes a violent event tied to a smallpox scare in a town, mentioning Wilkes-Barre and Colebel Unie and neighbors blamed for spreading illness. The readable pieces imply a public health crisis and fear of contagion in the community.

Aesoulaind Paes Wilkes-Barre Poly TA Colebel Unie Jain

Debate on Cuba Sparks House Judiciary Report On Bill

Chairman Ray presented a report on a bill for protection of the president and suppression of crimes against the government. The measure aims to shield officials, prevent support for treasonous acts, curb importation of hostile doctrines, and ensure uniform penalties while preserving free speech and press rights.

Ray House Committee On Judiciary Associated Prins Washington Home Committee On Judiciary United States United Sttates Thse Congress

President Roosevelts Son Ill With Pneumonia

Exclusive AP report from Groton Massachusetts states Theodore Roosevelt Jr. sick with pneumonia remains in serious yet hopeful condition. Mrs Roosevelt travels from Washington toward Groton as the family awaits updates from the college and medical staff.

Groton Maury Theodore Roosevelt, Jr Roosevelt Groton School Pnemnonia Ind Ayer Boston Washington Croton Mass Theodore, Jr Pennsylivanka Road Tomorow Grote White House Oroton Alves Roosevelt Hhmngelf Cipotey Ida Ales Hoosevolk Bo Ge Charleston

Steamship Arrivals Disable Fragmented List

The arrival list is incomplete with scattered ship names and origins including Genoa Naples and Harburg. The notice lacks clear dates or lines, preventing full identification of vessels or ports of call.

Cuban Annexation Resolution Sparks Senate Debate

Mr Newlands defends Cuban annexation resolution while Mr Turner censures the Philippines tariff bill. Senate recesses after minor amendments to the general appropriation bill. A $200000 New Castle public building appropriation is noted, and Oklahoma redistricting and civil service extensions are approved.

Robinson House Oklahoma Spain Tieng Philippines Mrr. Newlands Nevada Newlands Ete Ton Mop Richardson Alabame Cuba Cdi Ht

Stabbing Incident In Scranton Rail Yard

H C Bowen stabbed while walking near Provident and Carlon streets after 1 am. Bowen, a steel car man for Scranton Railway Co, assisted by two coworkers, confronted by three masked men. Bowen suffered non life threatening wounds to side and abdomen and was hospitalized.

H.C. Bowe Scranton Aloe Providente Oortal Carlon Street Towen

Unclear OCR Fragment Describes a City Event

The readable text outlines a mixed notation about locations and actions but lacks coherent details or names. It hints at a villa, a street route, and a possible duel or meeting in a city area, yet most terms are garbled.

Weather Clears as Weekend Winds Dampen in Washington

Weekend forecast shows Saturday and Sunday fairs with diminishing winds. Forecaster reports gusts receding, enabling calmer conditions for outdoor plans in Washington.

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