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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1895

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Diary of ex queen and trial in Honolulu

From San Francisco dispatches the diary kept by ex Queen Lililuhulant is cited in a Honolulu treason trial. It records Cleveland’s present and pushes for uprising with Rudolph Spreckels reportedly aiding. Trial progress notes potential verdict of guilt with possible freedom on recognizance.

United Press San Francisco Honolulu Lillyphulant Witham France Australia Peterson Creighton Wardenburg Salling Maripoula Carl Widemann Widemann Washington Lilletikalant Pele Paul Neumann J. Q. Carter Cleveland Special Commission Rudolph Smeckela Stout Charles Clark

Bills Introduced in Place as House Opens Session

The House met at 9 this morning and read several bills in place. Grants include 700000 for National Guard and naval force for 1895 18, 150000 for a hospital site for consumption, and reporting on Gettysburg monuments. A Pennsylvanian remonstrance bill was filed. The session adjourned to Monday evening Feb 25. Hastings approved a resolution to investigate the state institution and inmate origins. committees begin work next Thursday with Gobin named chairman.

United Press Philadelphia Riter Gettynharn Hastings Fecht Werneraville Norristown Gobin Lebanon

Kings County Grand Jury Distributes True Bills All Around

The Kings County grand jury reported in quarter sessions court indicting President Benjamin Norton of the Atlantic venue railroad and Superintendent Inn of the state company on two counts of violating the 10 hour law. The panel also returned twenty indictments against strikers for rioting throwing bricks at car and cutting wires and for other acts of violence.

Kings County Grand Jury United Press Brooklyn N. Y Quarter Sessions Benjamin Norton Atlantic Venue Railroad Inn Ting

Indictments for twenty seven felonies handed to them

A jury found an indictment in the case, noting that all twenty seven indictments are felonies. The proceedings highlight the seriousness of the charges and the sustained legal action.

Hungry help themselves Nebraska farmers seize relief car

About fifty farmers with as many teams from Kearney county broke into a relief supply car on the Union Pacific rack in Kearney Nebraska. County commissioners tried to stop them but were ignored. Police later brought the wagon back. Reports say sixty teams are heading from Custer county for relief supplies.

Nebraska United Preas Kearney Neb Union Pacific Custer County

Suffering From the Cold Hits English Towns

London reports a severe cold wave with temperatures four degrees below freezing and widespread distress among the poor. In eighty London inquests death was blamed on cold related illnesses and many workers are idle as building trades suspend. Snow and storms hit Columbus Georgia Birmingham Alabama Savannah Atlanta New Orleans with heavy snowfalls and disrupted commerce.

United Press London Lce Thames Liverpool Manchester Birmingham Ghasgow

Trevellick Labor Leader Dies in Detroit

Richard P. Trevellick, famed labor organizer and president of multiple unions, died in Detroit at age 80 from paralysis. Born in England in 1800, he helped found the Eight Hour League in Auckland and joined the Melbourne labor movement before moving to the United States. He led the Ship Carpenters and Carpenters International Union, presided over the National Labor Union, and helped establish the Knights of Labor among his numerous roles.

United Press Detroit Mich Richard PF. Trevellick Mr. Trevellick England Auckland Melbourne United States Tsos Ship Carpenters and Calkiers’ International Union National Labor Union Trevellick Tle Louisville National Labor Union and Industrial Brotherhood General Assemby Knights of Labor

Harriet Eskins Dies at 111 in Lebanon Pa

Mrs Harriet A Eskins dies in Lebanon at 111 years old. She leaves two daughters Frances J Eakins of Williamsport and Mrs H A Baker of Lebanon plus forty four grandchildren thirty seven great grandchildren eighteen great great grandchildren and fourteen great great great grandchildren.

Harriet A. Eskins United Press Lebanon Harriet A. Eiskins Guinea Frances J. Eakins Williamsport H. A. Baker

Lebanon rope company manager arrested for bogus butter

James Cox, manager of the Lebanon Hutter company's rope, was arrested in Lebanon Pennsylvania on a charge of selling bogus butter. He claimed affiliation with McHugh Brown & Co of Pittsburgh and wired a dispatch informing them of the arrest.

United Press Lebanon James Cox Lebanon Hutter Company McHugh, Brown & Co Pittsburg

Local Notices and Rail News From Pennsylvania Counties

In Schuylkill county five Nauorienses were granted an increase of BS over last year. Williamsport shipped 1 percent last year. H feet of limber show a decrease of 78 100 010 from the previous year. Eugene K. Grimm of Franklin named alternate cadet to War Point Military Academy. Lycoming bar protests Arnold procedure pill in legislature. Trains on Wilmington and Northern railroad run today from Reading for the final l inc eines the banyard. A debt on the Grand Army of the Republic building at Wilkes-Barre will be paid by a Kirmens in progress. In a wreck on the Castle Shannon railroad Allegheny county twenty five freight cars and two locomotives were smashed.

Schuylkill County Williamsport Eugene K. Grimm Franklin War Point Military Academy Lycoming County Bar Association Wilmington Reading L Inc Grand Army of the Republic Wilkes-Barre Kirmens Castle Shannon Allegheny County

Witness says Hayward seen with Miss Ging on murder night

Minneapolis Feb 15. Ging murder trial opens with M D Wilson a key witness for the defense career. Wilson testifies that he saw a car near the scene with a man he identifies as Hayward and Miss Ging, placing them together about 7 30 p m at the Trysting Place and Kenwood Boulevard. He also notes eleven minutes unaccounted for before the theater alibi.

Hayward Miss Ging United Press Minneapolis Minn M. D. Wilson Flixt Kenwood Boulevard Buxt C. J. Bartleson Blixt Miss Bartleson W. Hi. Hayward Adry

Children Rescue Fire at West Chester Home

A fire destroyed the West Chester temporary home for indigent children on North Street. About 200 children aged 1 to 1 years were safely marched out by Miss McDonald and staff after a warning gong. No lives were lost or injuries reported due to drill and quick action.

United Press New York West Chester North Street White Plians

Confessed the Crime in Boston December Murder Mystery

Walter A. Scott aged 19 of Weston has confessed to the Hack Bay December murder of James Slamin, a Scotch man. He was arrested after the shooting of John T. Lorden during an attempted arrest for robbery and implicates Frobert T. Wise of Charlestown, previously held on suspicion.

Boston United Press Walter A. Scott Weston James Slamin Hack Bay Dee Scott Slamin John T. Lorden Frobert T. Wise Charlestown

Boiler Explosion Kills Two at Towanda Saw Mill

A boiler blast at the Cobb saw mill near Towanda Pennsylvania early today killed firefighter Theodore Pencil and a teamster John Mack. Mill hand Frank Meyers was fatally injured as the blast nearly demolished the building and the shock was heard for miles.

Towanda United Press Cobb Saw Mill Theodore Pencil John Mack Frank Meyers

Ten Thousand Dollar Fire Destroys Five Dwellings in Lewistown

A fire in Lewistown Pennsylvania at Valley street destroyed five houses owned by Alfred Kline N Frank and Mrs HK Shadle. The blaze occurred early this morning and contents were partially saved. Loss estimated at about $10000.

United Press Lewistown Pire Valley Street Howe Alfred Kline N. Frank Mre HK. A. Shadle Contenta

Atlanta Faces Heavy Snowstorm Evoking Northern Winter

Streets in Atlanta are blanketed with deep snow as a major storm hits the city. Roads accumulate ice and slush, with residents noting wheels and streets clogged for hours in chilly conditions.

United Press Atlanta

Rebellion at an End Washington Report Feb 14

The officer aboard the United States steam ship Atlanta reports to the Navy Department from Colon that the rebellion in Colombia has ended. The message is dated February 14 and confirms the suppression of the insurrection.

United Press Washington United States Atlanta Navy Department Colon Colombia

Postal Bill Passed as Senate Keeps Mail Car Payments

The Senate completed action on the post office appropriation bill, rejecting a 10 percent cut proposed by Blackburn. Amendments on meat and cat inspection, irrigation, and exports were postponed. House sugar duties were sent favorably to the calendar, with further debates on reciprocity and wool duties. Naval expansion debated, and no extra congressional session planned. adjournment expected March 4.

United Press Washington Senate Post Office Committee On Appropriations Blackburn Kentucky Springfield Mass Atlanta New Orleans Phitt Connecticut Germany House Niance Committee Aldrich Rheadre McKinley Committee On Rules Congress

Court Refuses Injunction Over Income Tax Appeal

The district court of appeals declined to hear the appeal challenging a lower court decision. It refused to grant the injunction blocking income tax collection sought by John G. Moore who contended the tax was improper.

John G. Moore New York Joseph S. Miller Internal Revenue Alvey Commissioner of Internal Revenue United Press Washington District Court of Appeals

Siam and French Clash on Mekong Left Bank

Violent encounters erupt near Kammoun on the Mekong as Siamese clash with a French detachment. A French officer is severely wounded during the fighting.

United Press Bangkok Siam Mekong River Kammoun

Gold Starts Hitherward as Dun & Co Sees Hopeful Outlook

K. G. Dun & Co reports in its weekly trade review that gold exports and treasury withdrawals slowed due to the gold purchases contract. Exchange rates were controlled and gold began moving east from Europe, with American securities purchases offsetting withdrawals by foreigners. Steel rail sales were 150,000 tons in January, with improving demand for iron products and wire. Obstacles remain cheap farm goods and limited industry. Money market shows strengthening and more commercial paper. Dowd transactions may lift markets. weekly failures totaled 270 in the U S and 60 in Canada, with lower liabilities than a year ago.

United Press New York K. G. Dun & Co Europe Selee Pgtron United States Canada

Ghastly War Trophies for the Sultan of Morocco

Two cartloads of human heads captured during a punitive expedition against Rahamna rebels are to be sent to the sultan of Morocco. The Moorish cavalry reached Casa Blanca en route to Mecca with the grisly trophies, halted to preserve them, and plan to display them on palace walls.

Morocco United Press Tangier Casa Blanca Mex Rahamna Pex

Senator Ransom as Minister to Mexico Rumored

From Washington on February 1 it was rumored the president may appoint Senator Ransom as minister to Mexico to replace the late Mr Gray. Ransom’s term expires with this congress and the president would be glad to offer the position.

Mr. Ransom United Proan Washington Senator Ransom Mexico Gray Ransom

Pope postpones receptions amid physical weakness

The pope’s frail condition forces postponement of planned receptions. German figures in Japan plan a banquet on Mia marck’s birthday and to present a valued piece of Japanese art. The Duke of Parma declines a duel with Comte de Barr, citing excess of frankness. Ex-Premier Glolitth is summoned from Berlin to face libel charges again.

Japan Miamarck Duke of Parma Comte de Barr Glolitth Berlin

Miners Debate Bribery Allegations and National Guard Ties

Columbus, Feb 16. The miners convention postponed officer elections while a committee report on bribery charges against John McBride was debated. The panel found insufficient evidence, drawing fire as not proven. The body also passed resolutions urging withdrawal from the National Guard and supporting eight hour work standards.

United Preas Columbus Mark Wild John McBride T. L. Lewin Ohio National Guard Congress

Coal Firms Order Full Time in Wyoming Valley

Wilkes Barre February 1 coal operators in the Wyoming Valley ordered all bituminous workers to full time from Monday until March 1. The move provides steady work for about 15 000 men and boys, signaling improved employment prospects for miners in the region.

Wilkes-Barre Wyoming Valley

Gilkeson Names Awl Deputy Commissioner in Harrisburg

Harrisburg report says Commissioner Gilkeson appointed Colonel KF A Awl of this city deputy commissioner and filed his bond. Awl will serve as deputy in the present role and be retained for a few months.

Gilkeson Awl United Press Harrisburg Tunklog KF. A. Awl

Ponts Defeats Roberts in Six-Round Colunbia Bout

Lancaster boxer Fred Ponts knocked out Tom Roberts of Columbia in six rounds in a morning glove contest at Columbia. The bout carried a $200 purse and drew a large sports crowd.

United Press Lancaster Fred Ponts Tom Roberts Columbia

Thayer Chosen Commander of State Grand Army

Indictment for attempted murder of her family to claim insurance name Mary Cowan of Dixmont Maine. Horseman Charles F Abbott dies in Worcester after brief illness of pneumonia aged years. Frick resists three highwaymen in New Orleans hotel room shot. Harpool and Gregory of Fairfield die by their own hands. Buckeye works at Martin's Merry Co to be wrecked. President Seaman plans to abandon plant.

Mary Cowan Dixmont Charles F Abbott America Worcester Pheumonis Christian Frick Orlennes Springfield Ill George Harpool Casey Gregory Fairfield Buckeyering Martin's Merry, Co Seaman

Special Muslin Sale At Rock Bottom Prices

Our Special Muslin Sale continues all this week featuring muslins sheetings counterpanes at rock bottom prices with strong bargains for shoppers.

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