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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1895
Page
1
Harrisburg bills seek governor appointed board of boiler inspectors with districts and classed licenses. Violations carry heavy fines. inspectors test boilers and may revoke licenses. Senate and House schedule include funding for University of Pennsylvania and various county and city measures.
Mrs Coleman Drayton plans a strong denial of charges of intimacy with Mallett Alsop Burrowe. An extension until January 20 gives her time to file an amended answer while testimony in chancery remains delayed.
Minneapolis January 22 A juror shortage delayed the Harry Hayward murder trial as jurors were recalled to hear more about Hayward's alleged jail break conspiracy. W W Irwin told the court of a plan in which Hayward was invited to join the jailbreak scheme but declined and alerted his attorney and jail authorities. A late disruption occurred when a young woman tried to present violets to Hayward.
Miss Amunds Barkman, 40, daughter of a prominent farmer near Huntingdon, after religious reviews became demented. She saturated clothing with Kenowene oil in an outhouse and set it afire, burning herself severely. Administration condemned. Other brief items note a Hawaii policy debate and a Huntington Gas Light plant fire.
The item lists multiple incidents: Arthur M. Forester dies in Boston. Myrtle Townsend Miss Hughes and George Crosby drown at Fort Madison. William E. Midgley indicted in New York for grand larceny over $1000. a battle near Victoria leaves Nicolas Vena dead and two soldiers wounded. Signor Campobello faced divorce suit from Grace Porter Campbell after desertion.
Edward Platte of near Huntingdon was injured when his sled struck a stone fence and shell shattered. William Lane of Bradford died after a crush between a coal chute and an engine at Lane’s mine. Huntingdon Furnace faces quarantine amid scarlet fever and diphtheria concerns. A shaft at Scott, 40 feet deep, was abandoned due to a dispute between mining companies.
Former Governor T Pattison outlines a promised reign in Philadelphia, framing a political vision for reform and leadership. The piece examines his agenda, potential allies, and the political climate shaping his bid.
Ex Governor Pattison’s acceptance letter for the Democratic mayoral nomination outlines a plan for transparent, economical city government. He pledges to enforce laws, curb patronage, and separate city employees from political activity while improving schools and public services.
Pine Ridge agency reports Julia Going an Indian woman seeks $900 for alleged deceit by a Mexican man she planned to marry after divorce. She asks authorities compel the man to marry or pay damages, offering a $900 horse as settlement.
Conant F. W. Benstorff, ex cavalry officer of a wealthy Berlin family, elopes with Sophie Barrison an American performer at the Winter Garden Varieties theatre. It is believed they will marry in London.
Lancaster report notes BE RK Smith and C BE Gray bill of F K Smith Co of Columbia faced trial for embezzlement. Smith failed to appear, court ordered bond forfeiture and sheriff directed to bring him in. Case involved three liabilities and no assets after the firm’s earlier collapse.
The embezzlement case against Smith has been continued several times amid health concerns. It was announced he remains ill, but the court ordered humane transport with a physician present, and directed that he be brought in in careful humane manner.
Dr Carver world renowned rifle shot borrowed 15000 from W F Boone of Cincinnati to fund his show The Beous and deposited jewelry worth about 125000 as security. The loan expired and Carver cannot redeem it. Boone may sell the jewels to recoup 15000 plus interest and send the remainder to Carver. European admirers gifted many pieces including opal rings and a Berlin diamond scarf ring. Cincinnati friends race to save the jewels.
A woman says W. B. Delaney of the Pennsylvania Lind and Lumber Co. fled to Paris after a giant swindle. Mrs. Matilda Gerst claims she left Cleveland with two children and about 70 000 dollars in cash, plans to join Delaney, and instructed Attorney Irving Hershey to handle a secret carryout. She says Delaney remained in Paris and may have 100 dollars or more in his possession.
Kinkaid representing the Brooklyn Traction railway companies opened an employment office in Pittsburg. By morning, applicants arrived and met with Kinkaid and assistants, with over forty experienced men signing the agreement. He plans to send thirty men east to join existing crews.
Wilkes Harre Jan 22 The will of George Lohmann famed restaurateur who died after failing to meet payments leaves his entire estate valued at 5000 to his wife. Sage Again Escapes United States New York Jun 2 Jury in Boldlaw Safe case failed to reach verdict after directions from Judge Patterson with the jury split in favor of the plaintiff.
The Greek ministry reports the King refused to dissolve parliament as a means to solve the economic problem, stating no concession will be made to dissolve the chamber. The government notes the decision as a setback in balancing finances amid growing tensions.
A bomb exploded near a Milan banker’s residence with no injuries. Later an unexploded bomb was found. In Paris, after talks with President Faure, M. Bowr agreed to attempt another cabinet formation.
President Weveland and Senator Shermin rode together Sunday. Richardson of Tennessee elected speaker pro tem in Speaker Chap’s absence. Mrs Pas tor, ex secretary, telegrams Yokohama arrival. Senate confirms C. P. Clark for eastern and middle districts of Tennessee. President commutes M. C. Tait sentence to three years six months for post office burglaries in Pennsylvania. House favors lieutenant general revival bill. Pension panel moves to report two widow pension bills and dependents of Major John Roberts.
Mob violence escalates as 7000 troops try to restore order in Brooklyn. Adjutant General McAlpin reports from Albany to Governor Morton. Mayor issues new proclamation while militia patrols and clashes continue near Halsey Street and Broadway with injuries and property damage cited.
In Hendricks county, Miss Belle Mills faced assault charges after whipping a 16 to 20 year old student named Wills at Chington High School. The trial ended without a verdict, with public sentiment split and ex state senator Hiya defending Mills.
The Second ward Republicans met at Davies Hall to nominate borough officers and select two delegates for Monrowe county convention. Councilmen nominees were W. A. Watten and J. R. Budd, election judge N. B. Brundage, vigilance committee member George B. Bemnay, delegates W. H. Wildenberger and Benjamin Richards. In the First ward J. A. Brown was nominated.
For judge of election J. C. Waters inspector and assessor W. P. Jones auditor for three years H. W. Brown school director one year in the Second ward M. D. Evans school director two years Dr. Knapp school director three years T. J. Pentecost school director three years from the first ward L. H. May poor director W. H. Bates high constable W. I. Bates delegates to the convention J. M. Brown and T. C. Manger.
In Pottsville Pennsylvania on January 22 a jury convicted Elijah Emerick former steward of the county almshouse of improper relations with Magee Noon. The defense moved for a new trial and he was placed under bail. The case is one of several tied to almshouse wardens including Wellston Hartman in a separate accusation by Lizzie O'Brien and will go before the next grand jury.
An attempted dynamite blast damaged the Rescue Home of the King's Sons and Daughters in Sault Ste Marie Michigan. The rear of the building suffered heavy damage as Evangeliot Whitaker, who exposed disreputable houses, faced threats from local troublemakers. Whitaker escaped injury and lived nearby. Several residents were endangered by the blast in the early hours.
The dispatch notes Italian forces have seized Harras as they move toward Massowah. In England, floods force waterways to produce boat travel to reach pools in Evesham. American artist Walter Gay is named chevalier of the Legion of Honor in March. Alfred Noble & Co. plans to use its reserve fund to cover 37,600 embezzled by clerk Carl Zander. The London Times suggests Newfoundland become a crown colony with English bank aid and a naval recruiting station.
For eastern Pennsylvania, fair skies persist with slightly colder temperatures and west winds. No precipitation is expected as high pressure remains nearby. Temperatures should dip into the upper 20s to mid 30s tonight across the region.
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