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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1895

Page

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Quay foes envied by Martin as Latta named internal affairs chief

Philadelphia politics swirl around Latta's appointment as secretary of internal affairs. Dan Martin backs Latta with Quay and Porter factions split over a potential investigation into state departments and the treasury. Rumors say Quay aims to block an inquiry while Martin seeks to shield his reputation and push reform.

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Ruin Before the Ore Men in Mesaba Range Doom Capital and Wealth

The article reports Solomon 8 Curry predicting bankruptcy for leading iron interests as Mesaba Range discoveries boost ore supply. He claims over 100000000 slaves and envisions a 1000 year ore abundance while noting declines in Rockland Greenland and other Lake Superior towns.

Curry Lake Superior Rockland Greenland Michigan Heels Ishpeming Negaunes Tron Mountain Norway Crystal Falls Florence Bessemer Ironwool Hurlis

Unclear OCR State Topics Report Multiple Local Incidents

Fragmentary report notes various events including property sale involving Fulton County LDeom poral, a snow drift accident at Lyons injuring a person, a Wilmington and Northern freight derailment at Isabella with eight cars wrecked and a rail worker injured, a Lehigh university junior orator contest winner trio, and executions promised Saturday night at W Parke Cummings Lancaster.

George W. Skinner Oxnanembivinah Fulton County Th. W. Peek Agel Henjamin Knittel Lyons Wilmington and Northern Isabella Flasman Tiley Lehlrth University Harry N. Herr H. A. Feld F. A. Dahall SGX Tovaid W. Parke Cummings Supplien Lancaster

CAUGHT BY THE FREIGHT KILLING TWO YOUNG LADIES

A freight train collision near a crossing fatally struck two young women en route to church. Miss Allie Trunt aged 16 and Miss Mewele Hunt aged 16 were killed. Injured include Miss Margret Flesa age 7 and Miss Tanulee Noenip age 9, with Walter Friges the driver lightly hurt.

Prensa Linden Allie Trunt Mewele Hunt Mica Margret Flesa Mise Tanulee Mare Walter Friges

Italian Counterfeit Ring Arrested in St Louis

Police nabbed Francisco Homera Frank Nicolaus and Joseph Stambata in St Louis on suspicion of distributing a NY based counterfeit operation known as the Adams ring. Authorities say the gang has moved at least a million in counterfeit silver and smaller bills worldwide with an estimated profit of 500000.

St. Daowis United Mrenn Lowi Fels Yestering Francico Homera Nicolaus Dub Joseph Stambata New York Allane Canada Europe

Murderer Madge Yorke’s Killer Reported Improving

The killer James B. Chentry is reported to be improving and may recover if his condition does not worsen, while Gentry shows more cheerfulness and engagement at the prison. An unrelated note: a cabinet in Paris forbids importing American cattle due to Texan fever and pleuro pneumonia concerns.

Commonwealth Senate Pasved Central Boards of Eudition Colt Uge Sehotla Tiradness Beyer Superintendent of Public Instruction Buch Dowbhett III Department of Public Instruction Pennsylvania School Book Trust House Committee On Educaton Madge Yorke United Prem Philadelphia James B. Chentry Gentry United Paria M. Gatland

Actor Manafield Awarded 2500 In Train Crash Settlement

Richard Manafield, actor, received a 2500 settlement from the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railroad for injuries his wife suffered when a switch engine crashed into their private car at Union depot on Monday.

United Press Milwaukee Wis Richard Manafield Chicago, Milwaukee and

Waning Days of Congress: Appropriation Battles Loom

Washington reports heated debates as three major appropriation bills await executive approval while six more stay in conference. Key fights include a proposed $800,000 for a Hawaiian circle project and battles over treasury bonds, silver policy, and the sugar bounty. Night sessions and jockeying for control mark the coming week as lawmakers push or resist amendments amid looming adjournment.

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Burial of Fred Douglass Prompts Large Washington Funeral

The funeral services for Frederick Douglass will be held tomorrow at Mytacopil church, the largest African Methodist denomination in the city. The body will leave at 7:10 for Rochester, New York, where interment is planned, with a large demonstration anticipated in Washington.

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General Carr Dead Commander of New York Guard

Joseph B. Care, born in Albany, died at his home after a long illness. He organized the Second regiment, New York State Volunteers, at the outbreak of the Civil War and was elected commander. He served in many battles and received a brevet major general appointment in 1868. In 1867 he became major general of the Third division.

New York Guard United Press Troy Jowant Th Corr Joseph B. Care Albany Inns New York State Volunteers

National Guard Funeral Service Plans in New York

The National Guard of New York announces a military funeral to be held Wednesday under the direction of the Third Brigade at Alt. The service honors a servicemember with standard military rites. Officials remind attendees of proper conduct and timing.

Bloody fighting erupts in Morocco's capital city streets

Reports from Tangier say rebels entered and looted the Chey at Moroceae and clashed with loyalists in the streets. Many killed and hundreds wounded. the Jewish quarter reportedly spared. Morocco’s capital sits inside a fortified wall with narrow unpaved streets and one story houses.

United Press Parle Adiapateh Tungur Moroceae Morocco Ube Wills Stindsa Dd pRilive Abrocos Imeres Moroces Reichel Rulnes

American Inventor of Infernal Machines Sought by Japan

The Tokyo desk reports eleven foreigners captured with island forts last surrendered to Chinese forces. Ten swore off further participation in the war and were released, while George Towle the American inventor faced detention aboard a Japanese ship awaiting fate. Towle had proposed blowing up vessels with submarine devices and broke his parole after arrest.

United Prose London Central News Tokio Anys Wel-Eal-Welco George Towle Tine Howle Minsape Toreat Ido Parce Sydney Pek Wie Ching

Pennsylvania Railroad Officials Worried Over Delaware Bridge Height

Pennsylvania Railroad officials voiced agitation over the Delaware bridge height issue linked to Senator Quay. They favored delaying work until a commissioned army engineer reports the proper height. A rise from fifty to seventy feet could derail the project and suspend operations for months.

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Ex Senator T C Platt Confined to Fifth Avenue Hotel

Ex senator T C Platt lies ill in his hotel room at the Fifth Avenue in New York. A physician orders rest and no visitors as he recovers from a feverish illness that began Friday. His condition despite treatment is not serious, yet keeps him indoors and blocks a planned meeting by opponents of Mayor Strong’s appointments.

Beranton Tribune Hartsburg Board of Public Buildings and Grounds John I. Robinson Jurtiate County John Lackhint Philadelphia John Delaney Dunmore Fifth Avenue Hotel The United Press New York Recorder T. C. Platt Fifth Avenue Strong

Howgate Acquitted on Embezzlement Charge in U S Army Case

Captain Henry W. Howgate was acquitted of embezzling 11800 dollars from the government while disbursing officer of the Army service and for forging a voucher. The jury found the statute of limitations did not apply, allowing potential retrial on other indictments. District Attorney Birney criticized the verdict and may pursue further action.

United Press Washington Henry W. Howgate United States Howgate Birney How- Bate Rivewell HW Rochester New York Thegaurer Western Union Telegraph Company Telegraph Company Howsate

Oldest Man Dead in Philadelphia at 110 to 140

The Matted Press reports the death of the oldest man in Peninsul Va at a Philadelphia home for the aged. Known as Father Gibson, he claimed 110 but family and others dispute his age, with estimates ranging from 117 to 140. He escaped slavery during the Civil War, helped found a Colored Church in North Penn, and had a son and daughter among his kin living.

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Printing of New Bonds Begins and Death Burial Report

Printing of the new bonds has begun. Mog danot, secretary of the legation, who committed suicide, was buried in Hock Creek cemetery. There is talk that Justice Jackson should retain the Supreme Bench despite his inability to perform duties. DHL delays enforcement of August 186? International regulations to prevent collisions at sea. Congress has ruled.

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Fire at Pittston Hotel Damages Bar Room

A fire at Al Smith's hotel on North Main Street Pittston was discovered in the bar room early this morning. The blaze was quickly extinguished with limited damage reported and the cause under investigation by local fire crews.

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Eastern Pennsylvania Fair Weather Update

For eastern Pennsylvania expect fair skies with warm temperatures and southerly winds. Local residents should plan outdoor activities as humidity remains low and temperatures rise through the day.

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