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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1894

Page

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Remonstrances on the Wilson Bill in Senate Debates

The article covers remonstrances against the Wilson tariff bill and a Hoar resolution requesting transmission of reports from Mr Willis. It notes Bland's failed bid to secure a quorum to close general debate on the silver seigniorage bill and details Senate votes on confirmation of Peezham for associate justice.

Wilson Hoar Bland Wasilseros Hour Sunate Willis Dole Peezham Supreme Coach of the United States Senate Democraat Bate Blackburn Avron Butler Culler Faulkner Keorge Gray Harris Henton Lindsay McPherson Marcin Mili Mitchell Wie Fulmer Payco Rangom Roach Turpie Vilas Wootiees White gDinos Tule Mitchil Patrigrew Plath Call Cockrell Coke Dano Gilson Gorman Irby Jones Ark McLaurin Murphy Hil Pugh West Cal Allen Patter McMillen Vallew Mr. Marget Quay Mr. Faith Illanois Mr.gordon Woltot Mr. Camden Joes Nevila Wolqaitt Sherman Psirpil Ganate Land Delpie Yang Naya Mt Bontalle Navy Honoluin Committee On Naval Affairs

Cabinet Meeting Prolonged Amid Peckham Nomination Rejection

In Wastinaros on February 16 the president learned of Peckham's nomination defeat shortly after its rejection. A senator sent a telegram to Mr. Cleveland as the Cabinet meeting, from 11:00 to 2:30, waited for Senate news, hoping for a definite development.

Peckham Wastinaros Cleveland

Pupils in Williamsport Vaccinated by Order

About seven to eight hundred children in Williamsport public schools received vaccination today under a board of health order. The school board will dismiss any pupils who do not comply, with over 600 enrolled and legal action underway seeking to restrain the measure.

Williamsront Board of Health

Death of Lobengula Confirmed in Matabele Uprising

The death of King Lobengula is confirmed. Reports state the Matabele king did not survive the rout, with most regiments surrendering except the Invato guarding the king's grave. No further details reached the desk by dispatch time.

Cape Tows Lobengula Lobengula'a Invato

Anarchist Emile Henry Questioned in Terminus Bomb Case

Paris February 16 Emile Henry who threw the bomb in the Hotel Terminus case was questioned at length today by Judge Moyer the examining magistrate.

Paris Emile Henry Moyer

Henry Confesses to Bomb Making in Long Local Case

Henry admitted making a bomb found years ago and claimed assembling two components recently while denying knowledge of their location. After court sessions with Judge Meyer and Judge Espinas, he faced evidence about an expiraloy at a pore station last November and confronted Paul Bernard amid a tense scene. A chief suspect, accused of destroying papers in Henry's room, was arrested tonight.

Henry Darque de la Soviet Basiles Meyer Espinas

Prince Colonna Seeks Return of Children from Paris to Naples

Prince Colonna travels to Naples after leaving Paris three days ago. In an interview with Maitre Cortot, the prince’s counsel said he is determined to regain possession of his children and will take necessary steps to do so.

Steppe Paris Colonna Naples Maitre Cortot

Reading railroad ex president testifies on coal deals and losses

Former Reading president A A Meleod testifies for two hours at a Master Crawford hearing, detailing coal deal schemes with the Boston and Maine and New York and New England roads. He explains coal reserves, investment in coal lands, projected profits, and the impact on Reading's finances, including bond movements and stock transactions. The hearing resumes next Tuesday afternoon.

Pittnspenpita A. A. Meleot Reading Railroad Crawford Tyane L. Ries Reading McLean Rowl Ite Boston Maine New York New England McLeod Bijur New Evuyeland Jersey Central Lehigh Valley Wiist McLrod Bovton Maxwell & Graves Tae Hewridy Rexaiave

Philadelphia and Erie Railroad Directors Reelect Officers

The board of directors of the Philadelphia and Erie Railroad company held its regular meeting. N Parker Shortrings was reelected president and J S Wangandt was reelected secretary and treasurer. An annual dividend of 2 percent payable March 1 was declared. Improvement in the company’s pivotal and financial condition is attributed largely to air furnished by the Pennsylvania railroad.

Philadelphia and Erie Railroad Company N. Parker Shortrings J. S& Wangandt Pennsylvania Railroad

Schuylkill County Taxes Set, Railcar Growth Mentioned

Schuylkill county approves a new tax rate set at 5.45 for the year as officials discuss county finances. In other notes, a Reading Iron Company plan aims to run two furnaces producing 800 tons weekly while a Reading iron mill schedule resumes next Monday employing 125 men. The report also notes a series of legal and criminal items including a grand jury probe in Cumberland and a post office robbery suspect handed to authorities in Altoona.

Schuylkill County Sly Tolk A. Herr Smith Lancaster Schmyphill County Mary Brains Mote Kansas Frionds Williamaport Cumberland Grand Jury Delaware County Teachers’ Institute George Barnes Syracus N. Y Damon Harvey Sun-bary Harry Dean Sam Dagentiaville Altoona Philadelphia Conference Easton Josephine Bourlin Mit Carmel Alexander Banowls John F. Lenhart Ambler Lenhart Reading Lron Company Tnhe

Da Gama Leads Bold Rebel Assault in Brazil

Reports from Rio de Janeiro describe Admiral Da Gama leading a fierce insurgent attack on the government garrison at Nicheta. The assault ends with heavy insurgent losses estimated at 270 and government losses around 600, while Da Gama sustains non serious wounds and vows to continue the fight despite limited resources.

Rio Pe Javetito Mante- Viibeo Nicheta Mello da Gama Eleahor Tanso Fracuso Candell Tim Ploga da Giama Hinbirk Fores Cobras Villegas Queen Boste Witherluni Colrasia da Grama Hag Parans Wan Gomercindo Saraiva Parana Admiral da Gama Ryar Henham Brazil

Assay Commission Concludes Work At Philadelphia Mint

The assay commission finished its labors at the Philadelphia mint. Chair Terry convened the body as committees on weighing counting and assaying delivered reports that were highly authoritative. The coining reserved at Philadelphia San Francisco Carson City and New Orleans mints totaled 11 000 pieces with an aggregate value of £1 175.

Pinnapeirda Assay Commission Philadelphia Mint Naw Terry Philadelphia San Francisco Chraon City New Orleana

Yellow Fever Spreads Across Ships in Harbor

Dispatch from Rio Jangiro reports the Austrian warship captain died of yellow fever and other cases aboard the vessel. The Portuguese warship is infected, and the American squadron contacts the harbor arrangement by a hired tug. The fever has broken out on the British warship Racer and merchant ships suffer.

Burning of a Steam Vessel Ida at Baltimore

The side wheel iron steamer Ida was destroyed by fire in Baltimore. Built in Wilmington in 1849, the 100 by 60 by 5 foot vessel operated between the port and Chesapeake Bay, carrying passengers and freight. Estimated loss around $99,000 with $60,000 insured.

Dla Wilmington Bel Pointa Chesapeake Bay

Steele Mackay Improves Slightly Amid Illness

Steele Mackay the dramatist at the Richelieu hotel was somewhat improved today though friends fear for his recovery. The strain from two years of heavy work and business reverses has taken a toll on his health.

Cuicano Polo Steele Maclay Richelieu’ Hotel Lia Mackay

Courtroom Scene Sparks Disruption in Carter Harrison Case

In Cuncano on February 10 Prendergast, the accused of Carter Harrison, caused a disturbance in Justice Brentano's courtroom during the hearing. The incident interrupted proceedings as spectators and legal staff reacted to the outburst.

Cuncano Prendergast Nowausin Carter Harrison Jolee Brentano

Court hearing interrupted by prisoner’s outburst

The prisoner rose shouting at attorney Mr Trade as the prosecution entered the courtroom. Bailiffs restrained him and escorted him back to his seat. He remained irate but no further disturbances occurred during the proceedings.

A. & Trade Ron Lorgast Hhe Chhair Mr Trade Ateal Mr. Trade

Disaster at Sea: Steamer Alert Sinks off Port Albert

The steamer Alert, en route from Port Albert to Malhourie with twelve crew and two passengers, was hit by a hurricane gale near Cape Sehonk. The vessel capsized in heavy seas, many men swept from deck, and only one survivor reached land after clinging to a cabin door through the night.

San Francisco Sydney Alert Port Albert Mal Hourie R Conthy Sly Aldea Cape Sehonck Ponting Solianck

Dynamite Threat Halts Flagler Rail Plan in Indian River

Jacksonville dispatch notes escalating hostility in Indian River country as H. M. Flagler advances a Lake Worth railroad. About thirty property owners plant dynamite along the route to deter right of way, warning engineers and prompting arrests of James Holmes and J Wooten for complicity. Officials seek volunteers to proceed with construction.

Jacksonville Fla Denpitches Times-Union Titusville Ply Flagler Lake Worth Signa Hia James Holmes Jangen J. ¥. Wooten Brevard County Jaimes Andlit Ia

Swiffer Defeats Poinapeuria in Late Pool Game

The second pool tournament game extended late and Dougherty from Keogh won 10 to 157 over Poinapeuria.

Poinapeuria Reb Dougherty Keogh

Earthquake Kills Many as Siberia Border Turmoil Widens

A severe earthquake near the Siberian border causes numerous Chinamen deaths. Reports of political actions in India, a Kaiser's possible visit, and other assorted global incidents are noted, including maritime disasters near Burg Head and several fires across Japanese towns.

Siberian Conl India Bismarete Monilay Tussany Burg Head Scotland Japan Buddhlet Lite Banitary Lite Nermatiy Newis Germany Kursin Lanett Todtotalers Newt Dow Shingawa Anpion Kakoahiiiag Domitz Paria Corneline Mer Paria Canal Canal Company

Congress Eyed for Armored Cruiser and Immigration Reform

The report notes possible addition of one armored cruiser to the navy and likely radical changes in immigration laws. Civil Service Commissioner Roosevelt will investigate charges against the Democratic state committee. Treasury balance stands at 14 817 074, with 05 40004 in pot, and 50 244 018 received from recent bond proceeds. A bill seeks daily pay loss for unauthorized absences and Merritt Wrecking proposes funding for a Gettysburg battlefield national park and military reservation.

Sherman Congress Navy Merritt Wrecking Company New York Navy Department Kearsarge Ronendor Teef Bingham Pennsylvania Gettysburg

Paris Steamer Paris Sails for New York After Rudder Loss

The White Star liner Paris sailed from Southampton February 10 bound for New York after losing its rudder near Daunt Rock in a hurricane. Passengers, 180 in first class, 116 in second, 250 in steerage, reported no danger. The rudder was severely damaged, repairs planned at Queenstown before returning to Southampton for full fixes. Captain Randall and a 380-strong crew maintained order as the ship headed west.

Ueenetown Paria Auelord Mikksler Paris Daunt Inez Queenstown Thei Southampton Varia Canfary Iike Woeenatown Paria Tina Mals Bia Enyahat Monlay Paria Aiys A.S. Bradford New Y York Atenuimbip Lecwine New York Randall

Train wreck and robbery derailment report details

An express train ran on a short spar causing the engine and two cars to derail. Engineer Dave Thomagis was badly injured and Fireman Arthur Masters was knocked unconscious. Three armed robbers blew open the express car, stole unknown amounts, and fled north on horseback.

Vas Dave Thomagis Arthur Masters

Skinner Triumphant in Soldier's Orphan School Case

Judge Simonton dissolved the injunction against the Soldiers' Orphan School commission at Hannishung Pa on Feb 10, freeing Captain Skinner to serve on the commission. The ruling expands the panel's authority to collect the Stewart farm at Scotland Franklin County and the waste for the industrial school, and allows the commission to finalize purchases and certify requisitions to the auditor general.

Hannishung Soldiers’ Orphan School Commission Simonton Skinner Measrn Stewart Scotland Franklin County Wand

Elopement of Reverend Stephenson Strikes Pittsville Church

In Mellon County the Rev J Gilman Stephenson pastor of the Christian church there eloped with Miss Dove, aged two, a member of his congregation. Stephenson is married with three children.

Pittsrille Mellon J Gilman Stephenson Christian Church Mies Dove Stephenson

Train Robbers at Work Beset Southern Pacific Express

A special from Mojave reports the Southern Pacific Overland Express wrecked near Roscoe twelve miles north of Los Angeles around 11 last night after the switch was thrown open. Robbers are suspected at the scene and authorities probe the incident.

Los Angeles Cal Mojave Southern Pacific Overland Roscos

City of Hankow Wins Ocean Race From San Francisco

The British ship City of Hankow, Captain Simpson, wins the long California race with rival ships Clin Mackenzie and others departing San Francisco for a prize run. Captain King’s City of Mankew arrives after sailing from the same port with a fierce contest among multiple contestants led by Captain Pike and Captain Wendy. The Hankow completes the voyage in about ten hours.

Eleg Td Tiran Compstitora Queensvows City of Mankew King San Francisco California City of Hankow Clin Mackenzie Simpson San Francives Gantock Hook Pike

Brandenburg Explodes on Trial Trip Killing Forty

A boiler explosion on the German cruiser Brandenburg during a trial trip at Kiel kills about forty men and wounds many others. Three chief engineers die, and Prince Henry of Russia assists in relief efforts as ships respond, with Emperor William expected to arrive.

Brandenburg Kiel Craleer Brandenburg Secrec Brandenborg Sil Hart Ler Prince Henry Russia Ateam Tog Pelican Fiest William Te

Calamities and Legal Matters Dominate World News Item

Reports span a chaotic mix of events including a murky murder case in New York, bank fraud trials in Vernon Texas, and a bank shooting incident in Predvott Alabama. Flooding near Memphis Tennessee, a massive fire threat to the Chicago World’s Fair, and a German village hurricane calamity add to a day of distress.

Yale University J. M. McDonald Chieves National Bank of Vernon, Tex F. J. Wood Pod. Swasey Uoele Sim Canada Sir John Thompson Ottawa Mngral Massachusetts Howe of Representatives Tinaband Werman Gromake Michael Maer Win New York Cotton Exchange T Hanover Square William Street New York Eugene Wettow San Francisco Addie Gilmour Millnier Rullivan Army Frank Soytee Predvott Afi Hin Piro Degon Keruia Germany

Weather Outlook for Wanunatos and Eastern Pennsylvania

Forecast for Saturday shows eastern Pennsylvania fair early with increasing cloudiness and rising temperatures. South winds remain light to moderate as skies turn partly cloudy over the waters near Penialeanta with similar southerly wind.

Wanunatos Pennesylvania

Finley Ladies and Children's Muslin Underwear Sale

A week long promotion in the Finley department offers well made garments at unusually low prices. Muslin goods and trimmings receive careful inspection with nothing unworthy offered. The Queen night gown with tucked yoke Valenciennes lace collar and cuffs is priced at 98 cents, regular 1.45.

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