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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1899
Page
1
Dispatches from Manila recount heavy fighting near Kainese outposts as American forces clash with insurgents. General Oyly’s bulletin notes shifting positions, casualties, and the strategic use of naval guns across Calooewa and surrounding towns.
Last evening near Owloocinche, Filipino forces and the Twentieth Infantry attacked a bamboo jungle position fronting the firing line. The sharpshooters there had caused annoyance all afternoon before the assault drove them back.
Fragmentary Washington notice discusses charges about army conduct, General Mylo named, commission to investigate, and a court to be formed. Reference to a late Fagan court martial to be represented in ten boroughs.
The three masted pchooner George F L Dudley lands at New Haven en route to Norfolk. She is in an even position and undamaged.
In Harrisburg Senator Flinn and Allegheny chairman William Fittin addressed anti-Quay sentiment as Joseph Sibley faced questions about the legislative impasse. The scene reflected Democratic divisions and calls for action amid stalled openings in the capitol.
Report from Moana correspondent in San Francisco notes the Samoa crisis as rival kingship claims provoke German and British pressure. Provisional government formed. King Tanus and Mataafa factions clash with looting, arrests, and shipboard evacuations amid tense consular actions and threats of further violence.
The War Investigation Commission completes its inquiry with the report to the president. It concludes the embalmed beef was used as an emergency ration and finds Secretary Alger and his subordinates diligent and faithful. The inquiry also analyzes shipping and loading issues in Shafter’s Cuban expedition and notes no minority report.
In this report from Napusta, Cato Mackensie notes regimental shifts as the Thirteenth nears muster out at home. Officers and men disagree on timing, with many favoring home muster to avoid extra costs and disruption. The unit awaits orders, physical exams begin, and marching plans for mobilization advance despite cold conditions.
The morning forecast indicates fair skies with cold conditions prevalent. Officials urge residents to dress warmly and stay prepared for sudden temperature drops throughout the day.
A large blaze tore through a derelict structure in Philadelphia causing extensive damage. Fire crews battled the flames as interior sections collapsed and smoke blanketed the area near the river. No injuries are confirmed, and officials begin securing the scene.
In a heated morning session, Harrkebure Pel Met'arred observers report a clean tally with no votes against. Officials confirm a swift result, noting broad support across precincts and a smooth, orderly process.
The United States declines to recognize the Austro Hungarian claim for indemnity over Hungarian miners killed in Hazleton Pennsylvania on September 10 1897. Solicitor Pentfield cites principles limiting diplomatic intervention in mob violence and civil unrest.
A circulated petition from Lackawanna bar members asks Governor Stove to appoint Arocha of Lackawanna to the Supreme Court bench. Signatures come from bar members of varied political persuasions. Similar petitions are being circulated in other counties of the state.
Laborer Tvon Tive fell while moving a rock at a Delaware Lackawanna and Western machine shop. He fractured his leg in a compound break, was moved to Moree Taylor hospital, and died from the injury.
Announcement signals a request for an assistant money order clerk in the Portaloa district. Postmaster Huipple prepared the transfer result, naming Mire Ketbin as the chosen employee after a probation period.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions multiple personal names and places in a jumble, unclear event or date, with hints of persons and locations but no coherent narrative or verifiable details. No definite outcome or action is discernible from the readable portions.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions New York and Rotterdam in relation to banking and arrivals. It references Bremen and Amsterdam and a possible list of ships or travelers. The readable pieces suggest a transit or banking notice with places and dates implied but not clearly stated.
The piece describes a waning Democratic confidence about Democratic independents and hints at a forthcoming departure in days. It notes Quay as a target and discusses party tensions between anti Quay factions and Democrats with independents wavering. It predicts independent support shifting and potential consequences in Washington.
Eastburn receives more votes while the ballot for Senator Quay remains the same, with minor shifts noted in local tallies. The article records changes among supporters, mentions Edenistow, Marcin, and Colonel Bla divisions, and notes Nurten transferring support from Ervin to another candidate. The piece references a recess and ongoing regional political realignments.
Disjointed testimony and objections surfaced as Mrs. Branda and Mrs. Phiete Mecivepte addressed the panel amid the Transhalees proceeding. Participants cited fees, familial ties, and alleged faults while a witness list and court actions were referenced by attendees.
Forecast covers Washington and nearby areas with continuing unsettled conditions. Winds shift with occasional showers and cooler temperatures expected through the period.
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