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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1901

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Senate Passes Army Bill Amid War Debates and Cuba Plans

The Senate debated the army appropriation and key amendments as it considered resolutions declaring a state of war with Spain. Speaker Bacon of Georgia delivered a forceful address while Republicans and Democrats clashed over Spooner and Platt amendments and Cuba policy.

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Riot in Reichsrat as Czech and German deputies clash

Vienna February 20 exclusive dispatch reports furious disorders in the Reichsrat. Czech deputy Presels persists in speaking Czech while German deputies jeer and threaten, leading to a brawl. Stein seizes Presels by the throat and is fought off by rivals. Deputies are battered and the president closes the session.

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Steel consolidation praised as major decade business move

A York report details support for uniting steel properties under one management. Judge Morgan & Co. discuss the complexity of the merger, potential value alignment, and benefits to stockholders, noting transfers of stock and cash needs will be modest and funded by current investors.

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Thorneycroft’s Men Near De Wet in Cape Colony

An exclusive Associated Press report from Wellington, Cape Colony, notes Boer commander Herzog crossing the Opunqe River and moving toward a strategic area along a railway and river. The piece mentions pension clerks and potential wage changes, with government plans affecting salaries.

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Packing House for Mexico and Ribbon Weavers Strike Ends

Packing House for Mexico project stalls as Morris & Mutts of Kansas City report a near copy. Factory lines and daily capacity details surface while Ribbon Weavers' Strike ends with a 25 percent wage concession. Princeton basketball beats Lafayette 22 to 0.

Mexico Chihwallin Moston Feb Morris & Mutts Kansas City Preas Princeton Foh Uuivercity Lafayette Tea

Grady libel bill advances amid amendments clash

Harrisburg reports that the Grady libel bill, with Cooper and MeClain amendments, passed a second reading amid heated debate. Advocates praised the changes restoring punitive damages options while opponents warned of overreach, with compromise moves shaping the final Senate return.

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University Interuniversity Debate Set at Ann Arbor

Interuniversity debate between the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Michigan will be held in Ann Arbor Michigan with Mover Nash of Ohin acting as providing officer. The topic is United States avi ators’ election by the people’s vote. Quakers defend the new style of the question. Princeton Editorial Exclusive Wire reports Alexander J. Thurrow of Pittsburg elected elder of the Daily Princetonian. Robert C. Gordon of Wayneshute, Pio, named assistant editor.

Eli Sud Philippine Aequiga Spain Winston Arté Deinen United States Othe Islands Kerlurive Wow Tran Bross Philadelphia Mover Nash Ohin University of Vennaylvania University of Michigan Ann Arbor Mich Matel Keantved Selll Princeton Alexander J. Thurow Pittsburg Princetonian Today Robert C. Gordon Wayneshute Pio Fa Aliel

Judge Brown Rules Against Bell in Berliner Patent Case

Judge Brown of the U S circuit court today ruled against the American Bell Telephone company in the Berliner patent dispute. The decision affects Bell, National Telephone Manufacturing, and Century Telephone, regarding use and sale of infringing apparatus with a microphone attachment and related past sales. The verdict centers on the Berliner patent validity with potential appeal to the U S Supreme Court.

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Revenue reduction pact emerges amid tax dispute

Report from Washington on February discussions as conferees near a compromise on tax items including beer tobacco stamps checks and medicines. Senate keeps conveyance taxes under 2000 while other taxes and cigars face possible adjustments. Democrats seek broader agreement with Republicans still split on several price provisions and war-time levies.

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Veterans decline to join the inaugural parade

Washington reports veterans from Civil and Spanish War groups have declined to participate in the March 1 inaugural parade. The Grand Army of the Republic Veterans of Foreign Wars and Spanish veterans refused their lines, with General Sickles accepting and then resigning as parade marshal for the veteran division.

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Troubles of the Sultan of Wad al

Port Allegheny authorities petition the attorney general for a writ to forfeit the Port Allegheny Water Company charter alleging failure to supply safe clean water in a case linked to a Guardian report alleging a controversial interview with the President and resulting public fear. The document cites a claimed threat of Christian deaths and a broader dispute over water services and governance.

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Uproar in Pennsylvania House as rippers clash in melee

Turmoil erupts in the Pennsylvania House when a roll call erupts into a brawl. Speaker Marshall orders the sergeant at arms to restore order as blows are exchanged among representatives and aides.

Stahl Mt Hatrieburg Pennsylvenia Falls George Marshall Scranton Coray Lavern Etrael Marehall

Weather and local notices mix in morning briefing

The morning issue notes fair weather with northwest winds and includes scattered items about local departments, state law references, and a volunteer fireman. It also mentions industrial and suburban updates amid a mosaic of truncated names and places.

Missionary Union Meeting Reports on Global Work

The fortieth anniversary of the Women's Union Missionary Society was marked by talks from Miss Mary Deyo and Mrs. B B Bradley. They described international mission efforts in Burmah India China Japan Greece and Cyprus and praised the Aspan boarding school for girls trained as teachers evangelists and workers. The society founded in 1860 is the oldest U S foreign missionary group with many branches worldwide. Funds are needed to sustain operations including the Margaret Williamson hospital in Shanghai serving women and children.

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Judge and jury strike shuts Beltrami County offices in cash crisis

Beltrami County faces financial collapse as judge and jurors strike over unpaid wages. Sheriff threatens jail closure to seek pay while merchants reject county warrants. Outstand­ing $25 000 warrants lose value as cash dries up. Officials seek legislative relief to fund county government and sustain operations. Prominent county figures travel to St Paul to urge a funding bill.

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State Treasurer Answers Districts on School Funds Dispute

The Darphin county court hears seven school districts petitioning for extra funding of 5.5 million annually instead of five million. Respondents claim districts have received full allotment for the year and challenge the petition. A hearing is set for March 6 amid broader updates including Admiral Cervera promotion and a decree appointing Mrs Admin Cervera to live aillnel.

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Cubans Frame Constitution and Pledge to United States

Havana reports the Cuban constitutional convention completed clauses defining relations with the United States. It adopts a scheme of relations asserting Cuba will not cede independence, will not allow bases, and will honor the Paris treaty while emphasizing reciprocal trade and protection of life and property.

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Fire Sweeps Philadelphia Mill District In Early Night Blaze

Large blaze roared through a Philadelphia industrial area tonight destroying several buildings. Investigators said the fire started in a boiler room and spread quickly, drawing crews from multiple companies to fight the flames and limit damage.

Court Building on Fire Report From Seclusive Wire

A fire gutted the attic and a large portion of the courtroom building at the northwest corner of the criminal court. Firefighters fought through the center of the structure to prevent spread as stained glass domes were damaged. Weather notes from Washington and Pittsburgh indicate brisk northwest winds Tuesday into Friday.

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