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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1899

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Filipinos Fire Japanese? Assault in San Roque Amid Allied Tensions

Manila dispatch reports fearful locals setting fire to San Roque as clashes with American forces intensify. Filipino troops reportedly concentrate between Caloocan and Malabon while U S troops endure heat and constant watch. Casualties include several from First Tennessee and other units. reinforcements and medical plans are under discussion.

Manila Son Roque Filipe Incé Caloocan Malhien Pms Aleoran Smith United States Colne William CC. Smith

Military Convention elects national officers at Tammi Florida

The national military convention organized today with General Daniel Butterfield elected president of New York. Vice presidents include General A H Case of Michigan Colonel J Anthony Dyer of Rhode Island and General John Underwood of Kentucky. Secretary damer Wy Wilson of Florida and Major Hampson commanded the Porento cadets. An honorary member was named in congress. Resolutions urge Congress action to provide clothing aid for state militias and reserves. The convention adjourned until tomorrow afternoon.

Tammi Fla Offcens Daniel Butterfield New York A. H. Case Michigan J. Aethony Dyer Rhode Island John ©. Underwood Kentucky Damer WY. Wilson Florida Hampson Porento Congress McCracken New York University Kavernoy Hosxham Pftorniaan

Trouble at Muscat Amid protest over coaling station plan

Rear Admiral Archibald Lucide Dovelas, commander of the British East Indian station, sails for Muscat to back a protest against the Sultan of Oman. Muscat, capital of Oman, is seen as key in a French coast coaling station plan. Rumors say Jiuedia may dispatch a gunboat to Muscat though no Russian trade exists there.

Wombas Archibald Lucide Dovelas Muscat Sultan of

Unclear historical note honors heroism and national respect

Fragmentary report from February mentions tribute to a heroic figure named Aguinelde and calls for recognition by the Pilipino people. The text is garbled and references a suppression or suspension of an event connected to a Cohan Hidepondeyise and Portly agitation, with unclear context and details.

Cen Cohan Hidepondeyise Kerumet Nm Glowitur Aguinelde

In Pas Siege Report From Polivia Conflict

Lima dispatches from Polivia report President Alonxo ordering actions during the siege of In Pas. Five leading Federailata insurgents are described as captured or neutralized amid hostilities.

Lima Via Galverton Tex Peb. C Witvices Polivia Alonxo

Cornish Testifies Before Jury in Cyanide Poisoning Case

Coroner Hart presides as Cornish takes the stand in New York on the Mere Kate J. Adaime cyanide mail poisoning linked to Knickerbocker Athletic Club. Testimony covers package receipt, motives, and past quarrels with H. C. Barnet and Roland E. Molineaux.

New York Mere Kate J. Adaime Harry Cormnich Knickerbocker Athletic Club Hart Todmyr Harry Cornish Gardiner Osborne Cornish Roland I. Mulifenaws Mulinewus Cornien Adains H.C. Barnet Knickerbocker Athlone Club C. Hughes Roland E. Molineaux

Commission Dissolved After War Inquiry Report

Washington reports that the War Investigating commission has delivered its report to the president and is dissolved. Chairman General Dude led the members at a White House meeting where the president praised their work and affirmed no political influence on the report. The panel said the document critiques the conduct of the war only where warranted by evidence and reflects unanimous, independent judgment.

Washington War Investigating Commission Weightman Columel Linivis White House Dude Cormmission Aiehimeelf Commisaion

Trouble in Bolivia sparks Bolivia Chile tensions over mine

Report from Valparaiso describes Indians surrounding the Coppodro mining works owned by Chillans. A manager and an official were shot after a failed surrender offer of 3000 dollars, triggering fears of a diplomatic clash between Bolivia and Chile.

Valparaiso Polivia Agye Coppodro Ming Works

Veteran Captain Jacob Wet Dies in Chamissiturs Pa

The obituary notes Captain Jacob Wet aged 0 died this month in Chamissiturs. A Mexican and Civil War veteran he served in Company C, Eiatned Biotes Infantry and later as a lieutenant in the 77th Pennsylvania Volunteers. He perished after lingering illness and will be buried with military honors on Friday morning.

Chamissiturs Jacob Wet Wenre Mt Bi. Thomis Tolis

Eastburn Drops Out in Deadlock of State Race

Morrisburg February reports no change in the political deadlock as Senator Quay sits 39 votes from the tally needed for election. Hush Easthburn, a Doylestown lawyer, exits the race amid a disrupted ballot and missing Sproul votes. Changes show several representatives shifting districts and alignments in a detailed roll call.

Morrisburg Feb Quay Hush Easthburn Doylestown Sproul Helatcure Smith

Army Court of Inquiry to Explore Miles Charges

Washington appoints a court of inquiry to examine the Miles charges against the war administration and the supply of the army in the Spanish War. Major General Wade leads with Col. Davis and Col. Guiseppe as members. The inquiry will focus on official actions, not on General Miles personally.

Washington Spain Miles Wade George BR. Davis Ninth Infantry Gliseaple Corps of Engine Etre New York

House Postpones McCarrell Bill in Heated Debate

The Pennsylvania House postponed the McCarrell jury bill to March 2 after a lengthy second reading session. Debate opened by Mr. Mell hany of Allegheny and closed by Mr. Towler of Forest with strong objections from Dixon and others about the measure's fairness to labor and its constitutional legitimacy. Seventeen Democrats voted against the motion to postpone. 99 opposed the postponement.

McElhany Towler Harrisburg McCarrell Mellhany Allbgheny Tewler Forest Piles Delaware Dixon Mid Loth H Vuithers Philadelphia Spencer Dome Tuether Marc Gt Hove McElheny DHL Dison Pratiteon Wallacer Sieaker Rex Chayler R. Buckatew Colombda England Pennsylvania Skinner Fulton Skinners House Elisa Oarns Fowler Porest Correll Bi Howe Kentor Judiciary General Committee Mtr Corayv Luzerne Ma. Voor Veet Graham

Unclear OCR: Westhineton Academy Notices

Fragmentary report from Westhineton area school noting personnel changes and academy recommendations. Names appear garbled and dates undetermined, rendering specifics uncertain.

Birth Notice for Wiskee Feb Goth Toy Award

A fragmentary notice notes a birth linked to Feb events and a person named Mr A A Hottenhievt, with reference to a wealthy lady. It mentions a dog owned by the same individual and an unclear legal matter about a public highway bill and a court action.

Wiskee Fin Goth Toy Hoare Ziinett A. A Hottenhievt

Armor Plates Shipped From Bethlehem to Crampsehy Yard

Fifty tons of armor plate were shipped tonight from the Bethlehem Iron Company in Bethlehem Pennsylvania to Crampsehy yard, supporting the war effort and the forward stage of military production amid ongoing industrial mobilization.

Bethlehem. Pa Felt Bethlehwed Iron Company

Appointments at Harrisburg and Nareeburg

Feb 1 list shows Job Hart of Wellebord appointed as capitol watchman. Vie Hampel Baker of follidige removed. Alexander Gil of New York joins. Gil replaces William Benned who resigned, shifting roles within the department.

Nareeburg Hart Wellebord Capitol Ork Vie Hampel Baker Follidige Alexander Gilins New York Remtenmier Nerleunvry Wiliam

Detained Pennsylvanians Named in Case

Detentions announced in Washington on February 1 include James Lewis of Plymouth Lugerne and two others identified by initials and hometowns. The report notes their detention as part of an ongoing Pennsylvanian Penelone case.

Washington James Lewis Plymouth Lugerne

Fall Weather Hat Notes and City Updates

An morning summary reports fall conditions with westerly winds and quiet Manila. Notices include postponed Moet'arre action, a second theft investigation, evacuations around Epworth League convention, and local court proceedings. Duplication of minor items appears throughout, with Mine explosion and fire limit proposals among city items.

Manila

Disastrous Fire Destroys Block Opposite Battery Park New York

A February blaze swept a block opposite Battery Park in New York, destroying thirteen buildings from Front Street to Moor Street. Firefighters battled freezing hydrants and gale force wind as twenty engines and reinforcements fought the flames, saving several adjacent structures while many tenants fled amid smoke and frost bite. The loss reached about seven hundred thousand dollars and included the Eastern and South Ferry hotels and Walter & Bell's bagging factory. Fireman Bernard Minl of the Van Wyck was injured, officials said.

New York Battery Park Fram Whittehall Walter & Bel Front Street Walter & Bell Fromen Willor HMR Ivott South Ferry White Hall J. R. Meyer & Co Peter Hartman Warren & Strattan Right & Travis

Shortage of Coal Hits Leadville During Snow Blockade

In Leadville Colorado heavy snow leaves railroads blocked on both sides of the city. Daily coal consumption runs around six hundred tons but today few carloads arrived. If fuel does not reach the camp, residents face suffering and possible loss of life.

Leadville Colo

Varrlabure and Fels Committee Statement on Merite Period

A fragmentary note from Varrlabure and Fels appears to address a committee comment regarding a period called merite. The text discusses presenting a hill and a pellet reference to ensure a period is opened as agreed.

Varrlabure Utes

Rockefeller Report Denied In Ohio Circulation

A circulated report claimed John D. Rockefeller and the Great Lakes region were involved in a transportation deal. The Turtle Steel company allegedly purchased the tailway and water routes, with Rockefeller reportedly retiring from lake traffic.

Rockefeller Cheveland. O Fot Turtle Steel Comm John T. Rockefeller Great Lakes T.rockefeller

Reculie Pa Fob Ships Steel Wires to Government

Report says shipments of steel wires from Carpenter Steel Works were confined for U S. government use at Philadelphia area. The piece notes the product's role as a single filament in wartime work, marking supply tied to early war status.

Reculie Carpenter Steel Works United States Pleatinny Prosie Varlow Enes

Sharkey and Mitchell Matched in New York Bout

Tom Sharkey and Charlie Mitchell have been matched for a bout in London against Bolger, aiming for a bout on May 81st in 81th May.

Sharkey and Mitchell New York Tom Sharkey Charie Mitchel

Unclear OCR fragment hints at shipping or trade terms

Fragmentary text mentions Southampton Antwerp Rotterdam Amsterdam and New York with scattered terms. no clear event or entities establishable for a factual card.

Southampton Fries Kind Antwerp Teuton New York Rotterdam Arosterdam

Record Coldest Day Bets City in Years

The city and region faced extreme cold with factories and shops closed, coal mines suspending, and trolley lines crippled. New York and nearby areas reported temperatures from six to seventeen degrees below zero, with wind and widespread suffering noted.

Hazleton New York Philadelphia Web Tdelavarre Eatern Pensylvania Throughont New Jersey Trenton New Yorkers Co Brooklyn Bridge Nothlig Tenbelit

Record of Severe Cold Across Towns and State

The report details extreme low temperatures across many locations, with days of subzero readings and mentions of below zero conditions in Bethlehem, Bethlehem area towns, and broader state regions. It notes rail and business disruption, medical and transportation impacts, and forecasts continued frigid conditions into Saturday.

Severe Cold Grips City With Multiple Fatalities

A harsh cold wave leaves the region with temperatures down to twenty below zero. Reports cite at least one death from freezing and several cases of paralysis as residents struggle to cope. Authorities warn of continuing hazardous conditions and urge warming centers and precautionary measures.

Deas Toth Freeaine le Bam Kennedy Lahore Tempenatung Holttet Hieltiowr le Vrans Dubitot Krakatoa Whittone Minton Kaneas

Weather forecast for Friday in Woashington Poh

Forecast suggests pale sun and fair skies across southern portions. Winds shift to the west as the day warms with light to moderate conditions expected.

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