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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1897
Page
1
The Qt All The SHOWS collection is praised for its beauty and delicate simplicity. The items charm those with artistic tastes with a freeness and newness that persists year after year, resembling spring flowers in their appeal.
An exhibit showcases infant apparel emphasizing dainty sweetness in design and craft. The feature underscores careful styling and soft materials aimed at capturing youthful charm and comfort for tiny wardrobes.
A fragment notes items for the coming season stored in Nabsooke, Cam. The reference suggests preparation of yokes and set pieces. Further context is unavailable in the cut text.
In Morris Wire Pa on Feb 17 the Pennsylvania House neared adjournment with numerous measures read. Bills include liquor remonstrance delays, trial reforms, and authorizations for schools, asylums, and public works, with several appropriations proposed to various institutions.
The Congress of Mothers convened in the Arlington hotel at 10 AM led by Mrs Theo W Birney. Prominent attendees included Mrs Stevenson and Mrs Phoebe Hearst. Opening prayers were delivered by Rev W H Milburn. Discussions focused on culture and advancement of children and mothers and the need for mothers to support education.
A topographical map of the Capitol grounds is being prepared for the project. The team includes Harrishure and others alongside the governor and state officials. The plan aims to retard the building phase with expert insight and aligns with the penal layout for the new etphtol building.
Rear Admiral Ily aind Colhoun of the United States navy died tonight from heart failure. Athnivad Colhoun was born in Pennsys villin May 1, TR. He entered the navy as a midshipman April 1, 164 and served with distinction in the Mexican War and the Civil War.
Sullivan of Boston defeated Valay Haley of Buffalo by knockout in the 13th round at the Mole Athletic Club in New York on August 17. Haley was the Buffalo challenger in the%-round fight for the American 15-pound title.
Contested election cases and pensions dominate a day in Congress. The immigration bill clears conference and heads to the president with literacy and employment limits for aliens, while pensions for widows of officers are capped and library funding adjusts. The water reservoir bill and contested Kentucky election also progress amid debate.
The Brooklyn grounding inquiry convened at League Island Navy Yard with Commodore George Dewey presiding. Captain Oak and Lt McCrea testified but offered no new light on the January mishap as proceedings resume tomorrow.
Thomas F. Murphy, formerly a civil service board clerk in New York, was brought before Commissioner Shields on a charge of furnishing secret information in December to Ban improves Demarest to aid a civil service examination for the customs service. The case marks the first prosecution under the statute and Murphy was held for further examination.
About 2500 spectators fill Philadelphia venue for a Sullivan benefit exhibition with ex champion John L. Sullivan taking the lead against Paddy Ryan on February 17. The event draws a large crowd and highlights Sullivan's post- title career in a public display of boxing skill.
Old champion Sullivan sparred three rounds with Paddy Ryan at a charity event drawing the public into the Arena. Ryan was in decent shape while Sullivan showed a sore hand and hog fat condition but delivered a lively exchange. Sullivan thanked the crowd for turnout and noted he is "on hin been" as the bout pledged about $1,500 income.
Samuel Spencer senior age seven and Butler Spencer junior age forty were struck and killed by the Black Diamond express while walking on the Lehigh Valley railroad near Wyalusing. Their bodies were found about a hundred yards from the track and taken to Holtenbach in Wyoming County for burial.
The New York legislative committee on trusts reopened hearings with United States Rubber Co treasurer Charles R Flint as witness. Flint claimed stock issued after absorbing rivals and offered little detail amid pressure from Chairman Lexow. Afternoon testimony covered the soda syndicate Church Dwight, Walker of Church & Dwight admitting price protections for wholesalers, with varied state pricing and freight considerations.
Weather indications today forecast generally fair and cooler. Local section reports on politics, immigration bill progress, market news, and assorted civic notes including notes from Walvis and Germany. Dramatic features and gossip items fill the mid page with varied short items.
A meeting of foreign fleet commanders on an Italian flagship agreed on steps to keep peace in Crete. Marines landed at Heraklion Retimo and Sitine to deter Greek and Christian forces, while Turkey mobilizes its fleet and rights are asserted by the foreign powers.
Tovekw Kansas February 14. In the state house a near riot erupted as Republicans and Populists clashed over calendar manipulation. Speaker Pro Tem Wellup faced mutiny as a roll call was rejected and a motion carried amid shouting and fists raised. Adjournment followed after an hour of turmoil with no physical blows.
San Frances reports United Associated Press correspondent notes Willum Smith, attorney general in Provident Doles cabinet, departs by today’s steamer for Washington. He travels to confer with Minister Hatch on annexation, acting as official representative with power to enter agreements without home government communication.
Major McKinley shows notable improvement at Canton Ohio and will not receive visitors for now. He took a brief drive with sunny air, Mrs McKinley at his side, health improving toward next week. Mr Hanna returns to Cleveland and discussions about an escort to Washington proceed with few escorts planned.
In McConnellsbur Pa the county committee nominates Le Tullos Bernhardt for the legislature to fill the unexpired term of the late Dr Motnutley Cook. The Republicans nominate ex Representative Dy Hunter Patterson. A special election to fill the vacancy will be held on March 8.
Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania reports the death of Thomas Delahanty age 40 a miner at No 4 colliery killed instantly today by a fall of coal in Plymouth He was badly injured but died at the scene and the disaster is tied to a coal dump move to the mine.
In the Middle states expect cloudy to fair weather with light snow in northern New England. Winds shift from southwest to northwest, breezy and cooler, followed by gradual warming. In Linpernurg Friday expect cloudy skies, slightly colder with variable winds turning northeasterly and likely rain or snow with high coastal winds.
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