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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1898
Page
1
Sailors wounded from the Maine blame the explosion on a mine or torpedo and push for swift punishment of Spain. Officials report the naval court of inquiry will begin in Havana with Admiral Sicard and divers preparing for dangerous bottom work on the wreck.
In New York Captain Sobral, once Spain naval attaché, is described as a private citizen following a decree last month. His status ended January 2, with no official notification yet received by authorities. Havana reports show harmony between divers and investigators and a Havana court of inquiry slated for tomorrow as the Maine hull sinks.
Washington reports reveal the naval vessels were sent to Havana and Cuban ports to protect American interests rather than mere politeness. Details confirm Captain Sigsbee kept ammunition ready, and Lieutenant Parker of the navy, seen with Lieutenant Sharp, surfaced as the Spaniard’s companion. Captain Bigshnee dispatched wires about Maine interviews and newspaper divers.
The speaker states that after unconditional release they neither used the person in charge of recovering bodies nor gave permission for interviews. They claim any printed interviews with them are untrue. The quote appears to reflect a rejected plan and a flat denial of media comments.
Lt Cmdr Barnett says 95 out of 100 chances favor the Maine forward magazine did not explode first or cause the disaster. Wreck study and later review support this, while Chaplain Chadwick recovers money and letters from bodies. American consuls dispute food distribution and await relief actions as divers recover papers and cipher logs.
A crowd of about two thousand greets Henri Rochefort at Saint Pelagie prison as he enters for a five day sentence. Police and soldiers guard the scene while the mob blocks Rue Monge. A second rally of about 37,000 marches toward the Pantheon shouting Down with Zola and Death to the Jews.
Lackawanna district readers note recent Superior court decisions listed for attention in Williamsport. Cases include dismissals affirmations and reversals involving Scranton Luzerne Lackawanna counties and local entities such as school districts and insurance firms with multiple parties named.
Reports from Havana via Key West note General Gomes advancing from the mountains toward Placetas and Santa Clara. Rebels under his officers have fought two engagements near Placetas, with Spanish reinforcements entering Matanzas province as they form a defensive line.
Feb 20 Chesterton reports George Moldrich, held on charge of murder in the death of Alcorn after a fight in a Second street house near Pennell. The two men, former friends, were drinking with others when Alcorn fell fatally. An inquest by a coroner’s jury is expected tonight.
Cleveland, February 20. Nat C. Goodwin the actor and Miss Maxine Elliott the leading lady of the company were married in the city this afternoon. Three weeks earlier Goodwin learned his former wife had obtained a New York divorce, which barred remarriage there but has no effect in Ohio.
Workers at the Norfolk navy yard labored all day on the monitors Terror and Parking during repairs. A draft of men for the lat ter verpel arrived this morning. One crew member fell ill and rumors of trouble spread amid the bustle.
The Zola trial and Aurorne publisher case are reported as practically finished with a conviction seen as likely. Public sentiment against the Jews is described as overwhelmingly strong, fueling tense reactions across Paria.
The Herald forecast says mid Atlantic and New England area will have partly cloudy skies clearing to colder weather. Snow or rain and strong coastal winds will give way to a cold wave from the lakes. Tuesday brings fairer colds with NW and N winds.
The steamer Appledore, owned by Peter Hagan, was destroyed by fire today while tied to her wharf at Cramer Mill in Camden, New Jersey.
The morning edition notes the start of a Court of Inquiry into the Maine disaster with a general overview of naval procedures, the involved ships, and expected testimonies. It also highlights related foreign incidents in New York Harbor and political and editorial items on war strength, local politics, and upcoming congressional activity.
Milwaukee records heavy snow with 22 inches in the city and 7 feet along street railways. Temperature drops about 20 degrees as trains run two to fifteen hours late and suburban lines halt. Chicago and Northwestern line from Green Bay stalled three miles from Milwaukee, depot arrival at 11 this morning. Lake ships drift and seek shelter as gale and blinding snow persist.
Miss Frances Willard, president of the World and National W C T U, lay in state and funeral services were held in New York's Broadway Tabernacle. The service followed W C T U directives with leaders from various states attending. the simple program featured scripture, hymns, and the Methodist Episcopal rites led by Rev. BE S Tipple, with Bishop John P. Newman aiding.
A midnight blaze in Dallas destroyed Isaac Martin's hardware store and Henry Hatfield's grocery and dry goods shop, with both buildings and contents wiped out. The loss was estimated around 22 000 dollars as the Wilkes Barre fire department aided before officials learned the fire was under control.
A commemorative service at the Ameren church in Berlin honored Allied dead. Reverend Afr. Piciale delivered the commemorative discourse as United States Ambassador White and the American colony attended the observance.
The body of Leonard Welles, ex Brooklyn Police Commissioner, was discovered in woods near Sooteh Plains New Jersey. The throat injury and circumstances indicate death by his own action.
The Spanish cruiser Viscaya, under Captain Nulate, reached New York waters and anchored off Thompkinsville after a two day fog and rain delay. Rear Admiral Bunce ordered a vigilant patrol with Navy and police forces to guard the visiting ship amid heightened tensions following Havana harbor casualties.
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