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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1895
Page
2
The report lists lawmakers from Pittsburgh and surrounding counties proposing state broadening reforms. Members Farr Connell and OMalley are cited for medical and educational initiatives, forestry and public health measures, and library and school district provisions. Senate bills cover taxation, banking, public works, and welfare programs.
United Press report from Washington dated January 9 notes in the senate today the so called Sibley bill was introduced and discussed until the morning hour, then postponed with no action. The discussion then moved to the Nicaragua canal bill.
The Carlsbad Sprudel Salt powder claims to be an alterative elixir from Sprudel waters. It dissolves bile and soothes irritation while aiding nature without pain. The genuine product bears Eisner & Mendelson Co. New York signature on each bottle.
Ward and Mr Pascoe of Florida urged US exclusive canal construction and opposed the pending measure. An effort to set a final vote next Saturday failed due to Mr Turple of Indiana. Near session end, Mr Aldrich offered a resolution urging one or more US warships at Honolulu, which was laid over to the next morning hour.
Minnie Myers wife of Hip Lung millionaire Chinaman is jailed at Harrison Street station for murder Emma Johnson is dead at 2006 State Street from knife wounds inflicted in a past April duel Myers escaped with minor injuries Hip Lung married Myers after the encounter and Johnson died after blood poisoning weeks ago Coroner ordered Myers arrest and she is held on the death account with no further details provided
Residents of Abington U upon sighting a large wild creature in the timber district plan an organized hunt. The animal described as five feet long with a low heavy body allegedly attacked a man before being driven off. Authorities warn of possible frauds and promote genuine Dr Thomias Eclectric Oil for colds and rheumatic ailments.
The Reading Coal and Iron Company reports weekly coal tonnage up 34 170 tons from last year, total 14 498 tons, with yearly shipments at 1 708 708 tons. Wilkes Barre notes deny widespread starvation while praising charity aid and mine work stability. A Wilkes Barrel engineer patent a self operating high and low water alarm valve. Philadelphia Record cites Lehigh Valley Railroad 1994 year end results with gross 17 497 140.50 and net earnings 4 176 811.55, noting dividends suspended and debt reduced amid strike losses. The piece reflects wider coal trade conditions and rail line finances.
In Washington on January 9 the fate of the currency and banking bill hung as the House rejected Mr. Outhwaite's previous question on a rules resolution 124 to 120. Republicans opposed the rule over state banks rehabilitation and radical silver advocates objected to a 16 to 1 silver coinage substitute. Outhwaite withdrew the resolution after a party lines vote and indicated the bill would be considered under a five minute rule with further amendments discussed but not agreed upon. The day featured a notable address by Mr. Hitt urging U S consulates in Erzeroom and Harpoot Armenia following a massacre.
In Defiance Ohio the Merchants National Bank was robbed last Monday evening. Burglars opened the vault by blowing the safe and securing about $20,000. They closed the vault door and battered the lock, delaying the bank's ability to access the interior. Local agents sought expert help in Cincinnati.
In New York trading the market steadied after the United States Cordage and American Sugar meetings yielded little impact. Strength in sterling and expectations of gold exports boosted sentiment, with industrials leading gains and American Sugar advancing. total volume reached 122 375 shares with a firmer railroad section and coalers maintaining a 7 percent dividend.
A montage of political notices and help wanted classifieds. Features caucus announcements for the Eighth ward Republican ticket and vigilance committee creeds, plus help wanted ads for a grocer, butcher, and laundry worker with brief location clues in Pennsylvania. Notable names include Tribune Office and city locales such as Scranton area references.
In Lackawanna County Court of Quarter Sessions 1805 the case against P W Simpson Chief of Ton, Pa seeks rule to show cause why machines described in the return should not be forfeited as gaming devices. Notices to be served personally on several named individuals and posted in newspapers in Scranton. Also administration and estate notices for Compenter of Scranton with claims to be presented and debts settled. Attorneys for the estate are Aarhn & Knarr.
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