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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1898

Page

2

Many Cubans Burned Alive in Santa Clara Province

A Sun correspondent reports brutal Spanish crimes in Santa Clara as Major General Francisco Carrillo describes victims tortured and burned by Spanish forces at the Nueva de Jobo fort and nearby forts. Survivors recount grievous executions and mass atrocities amid Cuban resistance.

Pacificos Santa Clara Carrillo Sunn the Sun Matanzas Cuba Santa Clara Province Francisco Carrillo Las Olivas Gomes Blanco Ta Ger Ora Weglerie Bianco Niance Munler Colums Chearal We Arias Tas Olivas The Sun Cameo Aree Nuevae de Jobo Quintin Bravo Caunag Bravo San Augustin Carlisle Gomez Nuevas de Jolel Quincover Quinteces Rafael Torante Infante Capris Florentina Jesua Arozco Ramon Perelya Pedro Hernandez Canary Islands Adda Atricitiea Rave Quincoces Spain

Pennsylvania YMCA Convention Protests Undraped Magazine Ads

The thirtieth annual Pennsylvania State Young Men's Christian Association convention closed with a resolution urging a united protest to magazine publishers over undraped pictures in reading rooms. The group calls on the interdenominational committee to seek action from the North American YMCA and influence publishers to remove harmful illustrations.

York Pele Pennsylvania State Young Men's Christian Association Christ Lutheran Chapel Young Men's Christian Association of Pennsylvania Inter- Hutlorial Committee North America Hay Maine

Expression of sympathy for families of the lamented dead

A leadership pledge declares the organisation’s duty to comfort and assist young men and families in this hour of national tragedy, promising to work to support those affected and share in the sorrow caused by the loss.

Civics Reform League Formed in Wilkes-Barre

The Civics Reform League of Northeastern Pennsylvania organized in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday with Rev. Wilbur F. Crafts leading figures from Luzerne and Lackawanna counties. The group plans monthly meetings in Scranton Wilkes-Barre Carbondale and Pittston and aims to support its secretary against police or constabulary dereliction of duty.

Civics Reform League Pennsylvania Wilkes-Parre Wilbur F. Crafts Washington Pittston Scranton Crafts Wilker- Barre Reform League J. Welles Hollenback Wilkes-Barre C. W. Cool Weat Pitteton Mr. Majer Carbondale C.D. Simpson J. D. Stelle Feld Robert Wilson Carbordale Pittetonat League

New Trial Requested in Olchefski Case Over Evidence

Attorneys seek a new trial arguing trial errors including admission of testimony about statements made without the defendant present and the judge's instruction to consider insurance as a factor. The defense notes Olchefski may be abroad and unlikely to face authorities, questioning the trial's fairness.

Olchefski Mra. Olchefski

Bixler Tied to Jail Break Plots Before Sentencing

Frank Bixler, jailed for burglary at the Bogart residence, showed a violent escape plan by forging weapons from bed components and attempting to loosen cell bars. He wished for a fatal train wreck but was sent to the penitentiary for six years and three months under Warden Cassidy.

Frank Bixler Bogart Bixler Jersey Central Cassidy

Wax figure tragedy sparks early morning panic in Wax establishment

Police at Spruce street responded to a supposed hanging after a wax figure, suspended at a rear window, burned out during a recent incident. Patrolmen Johler and Perry rushed to cut it down, only to learn the scene was a grim joke about a wax market drop.

Spruce Street Johler Perry

Genuine Carlsbad Sprudel Salt Adverts

An old advertisement touts Carlsbad Sprudel Salt as a cure for stomach disorders and described benefits such as clearer complexion and purer blood. It urges using only the genuine imported article with Eisner & Mnpe. son Co., Agts., New York on every package and notes best results with outdoor exercise.

Carlsbad

Viscaya in the harbor signals port mourning for Maine disaster

Spanish cruiser Visaya remains in New York Harbor under guard patterns as the Nina and Narkeeta patrol the area. Governor Dougherty coordinates the protective watch with police and marine detachments while presses board the ship for questions.

Admiral Bunce Werd Undine Havana Eulete Tompkinaville Viacaya Dougherty Ninn Narkeeta Daniel S. Lamont Scout Thomas A. Keyes T. P. Coffey Dogeherty Tompkinsville

Woman dies from burns after match accident in Green Ridge

Mrs Christian Wilhelm, about forty, died yesterday from burns received when sulphur from a match set her clothing on fire at her home 418 Green Ridge street. Funeral from the home tomorrow afternoon with interment at Forest Hill cemetery.

Christian Wilhelm Green Ridge Green Ridge Street Forest Hill Cemetery

Classified Ads Notice

Tribune classified specials list seeks help and rent ads with prices. Real estate and agents wanted promote affordable listings. Veer nefereet appears in readable OCR text as ad copy and pricing notes.

Classified Ads Notice on Free and Paid Columns

A historical classified note states that free ads apply to all columns except Wanted ads which are charged in advance and should not be charged after submission. The text warns advertisers not to expect charges to be waived.

Wanted Ads Offer Steady Work For Lumino Distribution

Advertisers needed to paste, tack signs, place samples or orders for Lumino. Earn $15 weekly plus expenses. Contact Bhafer Dobson, MI Co., Chicago.

Bhafer Dobson, MI. Co Chicago

Help Wanted Classified Notices Across Various Jobs

A page of old classifieds seeks reliable men for business care, agents in every town for subscriptions and general goods, sales roles with commissions, home study paid, and two energetic saleswomen. Firms include Clifton Bronp, Evans & Co, Snyder’s Co, Mango Chemical Co, and B. M. Woolley.

Care Tribune Bomgaville MG Bizgabeth N. J B. M. Woolley M. D Atlanta, Ga Convays Clifton Bronp and Manufacturing Company Cincinnati, O Scrranton Snyder Camvasser T, B, Snyder & CO Cincinnati Mango Chemical Company John Street New York

Holy Cross Church Fair Contest To Decide Tomorrow

The Holy Cross church fair will reopen tomorrow evening for a debate between Rev. John Loughran of Bellevue and Rev. J. J. O'Toole of Providence. Fancy articles remain for sale and a short musical programme will be performed. Large attendance is expected.

Holy Cross Church John Loughran Bellevue J. J. O'Toole Providence

Theatrical Attractions at the Academy of Music

At the Academy of Music today tomorrow and Wednesday chore 6 Blaine 6 entertaining farce A Hopgage Check will be produced. The company is under the personal direction of James fT. Kelly with a cast of farce comedians and the Misses Trixie Wade Louie Burke Eva Kelly Annie Sanford Belette Warde Margaret Ashton Currie Braunneck and others.

Academy of Music Blaine Uvery Little Commedian James ‘Ft. Kelly Mr. Kelly Raymond Findley William Mitchell Ed Sharpley Harry Meo. Fadden EB. K. Townsend Warner Crosby Trixie Wade Louie Burke Eva Kelly Annie Sanford Betelle Warde Margaret Ashton Currie Braunneck

Minooka Notes and Local Busy News

Frederick Hallenberk returns from Newburn expedition with Joseph Addison. New York visitors Mr and Mrs John Manning stay with friends. Late 42 year old Lynch daughter buried in Minooka Catholic cemetery. Patrick Gallagher hosts Wilkes-Barre visit. Ancient Order Hibernians plan smoker for March 17. Minooka baseball club to hold event at Father Matthew hall tonight. Carpatch youth misreads ad then sends for Mexico. Hood’s Sarsaparilla advertised as cure all. Hood’s Pills aid liver and bowels. declares cure for sick headache.

Frederick Hallenberk Joseph Addison Confelds Newburn N. C John Manning New York City Anthony Lynch Minooka Catholic Patrick Gallagher Wilkes-Barre Ancient Order Hibernians

Linden to Open Tonight with Ticket of Leave Man

The new Linden will be thrown open to the public tonight with a promise of entertainment. The well known play Ticket of Leave Man will start a series by a carefully selected stock company. Rehearsal Saturday evening drew praise for the company and its members. Popular prices apply with daily matinees at 12 cents admission.

Linden Hose Inerita the Linden Wonderland Linden Street

Hoyt’s A Bunch of Keys Opens at Academy

Hoyt’s “A Bunch of Keys” brings merriment to the Academy Thursday through Saturday with matinees Friday and Saturday. The familiar countrywide comedy features Snaggs the hotel keeper and Ada Bother as Teddy, a spirited Keys kin.

Hoyt The Academy Snaggs Ada Bother Teddy Keys

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