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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1901

Page

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Sensation in the House Erupts Over Privilege Question

The House faced a sensational clash as Ohio Democrat Lentz raised a privilege dispute over a speech printed for public record. Republicans and Democrats argued fiercely on the floor before adjournment, with the dispute likely to resume tomorrow. The day also featured a conference report on the Indian appropriation bill and Navy funding debates.

Washington Payne W Hy Lentz Ohio Democrat Grosvenor Ohto Snaker Beontor Hanna Nower Republi Richardson Lacey Howe Consid Ciposwenen Ofte Kenncky Arizona Dem Navy Department Senate Enon Bowie

Masons in Council Elect Officers at Grand Meeting

The fifty ninth quarterly meeting of the Grand Council Royal and SelMarons of Pennsylvania convened with officers elected. Grand Master W Mare tenis of South Heathhem and other leaders named include Grand Master Minster A C Chawell, Grand Milustrious Lyman M Winkyy, Grand Principal Conductor David O McColhim, Grand Treasurer Joel B Eby, and Grand Recorder Jowhuy b Tavte. A banquet followed. Also notes report two young children buried after a fire at Cold Syringe Harbor. Examples of other local crime reports mention John T Cassels wounded and Mrs Mary J Lane described in Long Meadow Heights, with elopement plans leading to drink and carhalte.

Grand Council Royal Seb Marons Pennsylvania Lowlie Pronk W. Mare Tenis South Hethiehem Sh P A. C. Chawell Media Lyman M. Winkyy Bradford David O. McColhim Wilkes Harre Joel BR. Eby Lancaster Jowhuy B

Bribery Plot Aims to Split Delaware Legislature

A Delaware investigative committee heard claims that Representative Walter M. Hearn offered to abstain from caucus and sway another Democrat to stay out of the joint session for a Senate vote. House Layton testified he was offered 2000 to induce abstention, while Hearn denied the charges and alleged threats. Proceedings continued with testimony from Thea and Layton as witnesses.

Iast The Home of Representatives Walter M. Hearn United States Hearn Union Addicks House Layton Ske LON Linex Comty Seeelun Dalyton Representative Layton Mr. Mearns Viva Witek

Sampson Denounced by Senator Allen

In Washington a Senate debate on a Philippine appropriation amendment featured Senator Allen denouncing Rear Admiral Sampson over endorsements for a navy promotion. Morgan continued his speech objecting to both Philippine and Cuban amendments as lawmakers pressed for more information.

Washington Senate Hour Maes Lanic Philippines Morgan Ala Congress Mir Allen Sampson Charles Morein Navy Alelen

Mob Executes Man After Schoolteacher Slaying

In Terre Haute on February 26 a Black man named George Ward fatally injured Miss Ma Finkelstein, a schoolteacher, with a public safety item and a throat slashing. A mob later dragged Ward to a bridge, hanged him, and burned his remains after a chaotic confrontation at the site.

Terre Haute George Ward Ma Finkelstein Wibweh Taree Ward

Fatal results from celluloid folly at Waukegan factory

A mishap at the Waukegan Alden factory injured workers and killed Gertrude Welk, 2, and Jentie Wells, 17. Reports from The Associated Press describe the deadly accident stemming from celluloid handling, with Mrwae we Tighied and others injured. Further details are incomplete due to garbled text.

Asociatet Pres Mirage Workman Uatele Eta Waukegan Anan Alden Ubrer Adler Perana Gertrude Welk Jentie Wells

Freeman Declares Bankrupt Amid Senate Sessions

A troubled financial notice reports Freeman filing for bankruptcy in the United States District Court. The article notes hearings and related actions as the Senate holds executive sessions regarding promotions and national hawk policy.

Freeman Apsuclamid York Marcus le

Cuban Governor General Gomez Warns of Bloodshed If Troops Withdraw

Havana reports General Gomez and General Wood discussing US intervention in Cuba. Gomez fears violence within sixty days if American troops depart and says the United States is responsible for establishing a stable Cuban government. They debate future relations and the possibility of leasing naval land rather than outright purchase.

United States Havana Comex Wood Lemette Tedia Watt Henrie Miaie Gamew General Gamex Cuba Gomez Senate Unitedtates

Alexandroff Goes Free Deserter Ruling Ends Case

United States Court of Appeals absolves Leo Alexandroff assistant surgeon aboard the Varlog from desertion claims. He had come to the United States with ship crew. argues Varlog not in commission when he arrived. Judges Catha and Gerry rule he is not a deserter. Judge Roadford dissents. Supreme Court likely to review. Also reports on steamship arrivals and London alimony note.

United States Philadelphia Leo Alexandroff Crufeer Varlig United States Court of Appeals Alexandrofe Crampa Worl Behr Varig Cathas Gery Alexidgort Roadfort United States Supreme Court

War Tax Reduction Compromise Likely Reached

Washington reports conferees on the revenue reduction bill near agreement. Senate negotiators may concede on beer tax and bank checks while aiming to preserve key House items. Proposals include tobacco tax changes, insurance policy levies, and a potential broad tax remittance.

Associated Press Washington Senate Lowes Conate House Senate Bil Eich Drand Marine Insurance Company Sand Rikey Stain T Fe

Thirty Five Men Believed Perished In Wyoming Mine Fire

A coal mine fire at Diamondville in the Mamundville Coal and Coke mines last night likely killed thirty five workers. Only one man escaped, John Anderson, burning as he fled the flames. Rescue efforts failed as flames spread, with the mine sealed to smother the blaze. The Oregon Shore Line railroad owns the mine, employing over seven hundred miners and producing about 175000 tons annually.

Wye Wyoming Diammondville Mamundville Hames Owe Strles John Anderson Anderson Ife Imprins Cve Oregon Shore Line Railroad

Kaiser’s Wedding Day Return to Berlin for Anniversary

wire reports William VI travels to Berlin to join the empress for their wedding anniversary while the empress remains in Herlin due to press of the daughter Princess Victoria Troulae. King Edward waits and may stay until Saturday with the Dowager Empress Frederick while the emperor plans to depart for England on Saturday.

Berlin Cronberg William VI Herlin Mdia Victoria Troulae Edward Fredrick Frederick King Edward England

Clements kills Coates in Philadelphia quarrel

Hy Taphinior Wine of the Aveoolated Brew reports that Eugene Clements shot four times at Coates in front of his home after an alleged insult to Clements wife. Coates died today as both men were guarded in jail following the incident.

Philatelphia John Montes Eugene Clements Clements Prion Coates Jegard Clement

Watres Seeks Gubernatorial Nomination Amid Peace Efforts

Col Watres a former lieutenant governor announces in Washington and Harrisburg his bid for the Pennsylvania governorship. He seeks unity among Republicans, with support from insurgents and stalwarts open to peace talks, contingent on the Ripper Bill. If the bill fails, he positions as a potential peace commissioner amid factional strife.

Washington Harrisburg Louis A. Watres Heranton Tone Subrnecine Atrife Colonel Watres Senator Quay Durham Andrews J. C. Delaney Quay Watres Connell Har Dee J.C. Vaughan P. A. Philbin Elkin Covernor Pattison Baron” Widener Stona Senate Wakes T. J. Dutty

Mrs Nation Writes Fiery Editorials in Peoria Journal

Mrs Nation writes eight columns of editorials for the Peoria Journal and reports a flare of indignation in her dealings at joints. She declares a strong stance against alcohol and advocates reform, while editorials fill pages and advertisements appear in the current issue.

Nation Peoria Journal Ascviatert Peoria Veh Currie Nation Erie Ming Nation Roeklewe Anne Mr. No Tom

One Eyed Connolly Held Under Mental Observation

Exclusive dispatch reports One-Eyed Connolly, famed nationwide, committed to Ring County mental hospital following an alarming public incident. District Attorney Mallie indicated a major, sensational development expected to unfold in his office later today.

Ripper Bill Support and Political Shuffle In State

General Senator Kay voices strong support for the Ripper Bill while Hotonella Warren campaigns for governor. A major shift in mining legislation and a reorganization of the army are noted, with local political and economic implications across Northeastern Pennsylvania regions.

Quay Hotonella A. Warren Woodshed Riepreentative Kents Carbomdale Kay Fevor Conchider Senate AML Board of Control Thle City Scranton

Broken rail wrecks Wabash train near Millerburg

A Wabash passenger train No 26 on the route from Batesville to Chicago wrecked two miles south of Millerburg at 9 35 this morning when a broken rail caused the rear cars to leave the track. One car rolled down a 25 foot embankment. twelve passengers were severely hurt and some may die. The engine survived the crash. Medical aid arrived swiftly from Northern Indiana towns. hotels at Millersburg and Renton were pressed into service as makeshift hospitals.

Tranel Indiana Lake Shore Hite Millersburg Renton Wallaley Buffalo Mim Julia Collie John Blongred Chicago Aria Annie McDowally Onda Mont Henry Kerrehke Wilkesttarre Macy Abraham Fowler Creston Lig Vorter South Dakota Daniel McClaren Lanand Ment Howl Smith Denver Steutder Charles Hoxart Clathin W. TL Comba Washington D.C John A. Lorimer Torimer Mra Barber Rone Whoa George W. Do Urvises Aprasne T. Kassing Sping Back Ser FLOM Grossman Chievo Buck Badiy Snirt J. A. Seligman Laggageman Keie Road al W. Vanderli Ransom Kansas

Ogden Convicted Again In Oleomargarine Case

David Ogden, grocer, found guilty in U S District Court for selling oleomargarine in stamped packages. Judge McPherson deferred sentence pending motion for new trial after prior conviction and a jury read trial accounts during deliberations.

Prax Philadelphia David Ogden United States District Court McPherson

Deaths of a Day. Memorial Hall figure dies of pneumonia

Exclusive wire reports the death today of Mr. Dalton Deer longtime Memorial Hall steward in Fairmount Park after illness. He was the last surviving son of Rev Dr Benjamin Deer a noted Episcopalian clergyman of Baltimore. Also named is William McManue a noted government detective who died this afternoon in a city hospital from a complication of diseases.

Philadelphia Dalton Deer Memorial Hall Fairmount Parks Wmeck Dieumonia Boor Benjamin Deer Naltimore Keb William 4. McManue United States Dicate

Ripper debate swirls as Quay backs Muehlbronner bill

Insurgents claim the ripper faction trails by about twenty four votes while Senator Quay repudiates the Focht ballot reform. Democratic caucus opposes the ripper and Focht, Scranton figures push the Muehlbronner measure as city code reform looms.

Storrisburg Ripper Senator Quay Stone Flkin Durham Executive Mansion Titchcock Schuylkill County Quay Union House Bolton Insurgente Uae Muehlbronner Moir Tribune Slanger Scranton

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