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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1896
Page
1
We thought weeks ago we finished buying Pur Capes but demand persists. Sixes could not hold against daily inroads and this week we were tempted to buy fifty more of the finest Fur Capes of the season. Some trimmed some untrimmed all are in fashion and come with guaranteed value. For convenience of selling we have.
The Senate discussed the joint resolution directing the Secretary of Agriculture to purchase and distribute seeds for 1896. A Monroe doctrine speech opposed expansion of the Monroe pledge and favored adjournment. Representative deaths prompted adjournment as Craine of Texas died in session.
Harrisburg Feb 10 The descendants of Seneca Chief Cornplanter present documentary evidence asserting rights to land where Ol City stands. Andrew John and March Pearce, both Seneca, seek restoration of the land. committee found no ground for action. evidence includes original treaty and survey. Governor Hastings directs the matter to state officials for review.
Madrid reports a meteoric airburst this morning. A bright flash lit the sky followed by a loud explosion that shattered hundreds of windows. A white cloud formed as the earth tremor shook streets, with witnesses estimating the meteor at twenty miles up.
West Chester Pa Feb 10 authorities report Thomas Elvin the convicted child murderer appears near death in his county prison cell He has eaten little during trial and since conviction refusing all sustenance and growing weaker as the week progresses
Reports from Houston Washington and El Paso indicate the Maher Fitzsimmons bout faces heavy legal and border hurdles. Officials warn fights on U S soil will be prosecuted, while Mexican authorities beef up frontier patrols amid disputed venue talks.
A blaze swept Purdy & Son’s hardware on Main Street and the adjacent Fair dry goods store in Carbondale just after midnight. Fire started in the second story of Purdy’s building, likely from an overheated stove. Losses in both buildings estimated at $15,000. Livery stables at rear saved by intensive firefighting. block could not have survived a wind. Fire fought by Columbia Mitchells and Cottage engines until 2:20 AM. buildings were frame structures.
Ohio Supreme Court sustains women's right to vote for school board members in Columbus. Hart F Millers v city board of elections tested Barnhart law granting female franchise. circuit court ruled for law and high court affirmed. Chief Justice Minshall, Justices Bradbury and Burkett dissented.
New York reports say anthracite pool magnates reject fear of legislative inquiry. They claim production and tonnage divisions were lawful trade measures and deny responsibility for price hikes. Presidents Powter, Olyphant, and others pledge to testify if subpoenaed while defending central information office plan.
In Trenton on February 10 the New Jersey house debated resolutions directing the attorney general to investigate charges that Mullroyds and other firms conspired to raise coal transportation rates and consumer prices. The AG would have access to books and witnesses. a committee would assist. Both resolutions moved to the railroad and canal committee for a special order debate.
At a New York presbytery meeting plans were made for a forthcoming public meeting on home missions. President Cleveland was announced to preside with Rev. Dr. T DeWitt Talmage Dr Seldon Jackson and B T Washington chosen to speak.
The Journal, a one cent paper recently bought by W R Hearst, has changed its character and widened circulation. A future war with the San Francisco Examiner is implied as inroads by Hearst papers increase. There is talk on Park Now of Times and Recorder consolidating after weeks of discussion.
The 68 year old artist Max Eglan was found dead on the fourth floor of the Deaf and Dumb Institute in New York city shortly after 2 pm. He had multiple fatal head wounds and an iron shovel nearby likely the murder weapon. Police have not yet detained a suspect and a gold watch bank books and 60 cents were found on the body suggesting robbery was not the motive.
Constantinople Feb 10 United Press learns that A W Terrill American minister has secured for Miss Clara Barton and her assistants traveling to this city the Italian safeguard. This will allow them to visit the distressed provinces of Anatolia and personally distribute relief to the sufferers.
Harrisburg reports Governor Hastings commuted the death sentence of Lee Gum Lee from Philadelphia to life imprisonment in accordance with the board of pardons recommendation. The action reflects clemency considerations amid ongoing parole review.
Meadville Pa Feb 10 agitation for a curfew ordinance progresses in this town seeking that all youths under 16 be off the streets by 9 each night. Citizens held several meetings including one at the courthouse this week with Rev Levi Bird of New Jersey among speakers urging a curfew bell.
York, February 1. The York Trust, Real Metate and Deposit company named receiver for the Anchor Building and Loan association of York. Affairs described as in bad shape. Liabilities placed at 100000 dollars with assets not exceeding 40000 dollars.
The Senate confirms the nomination of Edwin S. Hiel of Michigan to be ambassador to Germany. The confirmation was announced in Washington DC on February 10.
Lancaster, Taeb G. C. Kennedy, the lawyer acquitted of defrauding clients of large sums, was released today from the asylum after two weeks confinement. Physicians report he recovered his reason and the court ordered his release.
The will of the late William H. English was filed in Indianapolis on February 14. He left about two million dollars, with the bulk of the estate going to his children.
The New York World announces a price drop in the metropolitan district from two cents to one cent, a move believed by newspaper circles to be deliberate and strategic. The decision accompanies broader pressure on the press market and may influence reader access and competition.
Governor Hasiler appoints Dr Edward Craneh of Erle and Dr Joseph C Guernsey of Philadelphia to the Homeopatite state board of medical examiners. Bigler's Harrisburg fire destroys the building and losses include two thousand dollars and stock. Nixon and Zimmerman theatrical managers of Philadelphia acquire Duquesne Theater with Roberts of Huchknell university relinquishing stake. University of Pennsylvania invited for Franklin Pieia relay on April 1. Charters granted yesterday for Nagh Hegine and Boller works Erie capital 790.00 Packer Hedman Land Co Braildock capital 10 000 Swiss Society Heal Estate Allegheny City capital
Havana reports General Weyler confronts a fully organized insurgent force numbering about 200000 with 46 ships patrolling coasts and coastal fortifications strengthened for emergencies. Spain builds modern batteries while awaiting rainy season and eyes tighter control as Americans seek peace and restraint.
A Cincinnati and Muskigum Valley passenger train wrecked near Crooksville after a misplaced open switch. Baggage master Thomas J. Fisher was killed instantly. eight others injured, two fatally. Train speed was about 25 mph. switch left open by a snow-clearing section man caused the disaster. Passengers in the smoking car were thrown against the chair and car interior, suffering various injuries.
Lansing Feb 1 The Michigan Supreme Court held that it is not prejudicial error for a prosecutor to call defense witnesses "on a lot of fire" and "a set of dirty pups" if the circumstances justify the assertion. The court notes the remarks are harsh but no rule bars expressing opinion on witness truthfulness when testimonies conflict and the jury must decide.
The Treasury gold reserve closed slightly below 1,000,000 at the end of the day. Withdrawals totaled 2,051,000 and officials expect further draws by successive bond bidders to pay for bonds issued last Wednesday.
A catalog style note showcases French Piques and Galateas with matching trimmings, Linen Batiste with overs and trim, Persian Lawns, Dotted Swisses, and a full stock of staple white goods.
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