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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1899

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Quay Favored to Win as Senatorial Fight Nears End

Special to the Beranton Primine Harrisburg Jan 22 Attorney General Elkin says Quay will be his own successor and loyal lieutenants expect final decision by week’s end. Guffey’s arrival and Democrats opposed to uniting with Independents influence the volatile race. Jenks’s status and possible timing of the end of the contest spark widespread speculation among state leaders. Senator Martin says Quay stronger last week than any future ballot and re election appears impossible without Democratic aid.

Quay Jenks Warrisburg Elkin Harrisburg Eony Deak li J. M. Guffey Pittsburg Nany United States Guffey Janks Diimonts Quay’e JeTerxon L. Magee J. Henry Cochran Jtelt Martin David Martin Philadel Phila Republi Kenatera Doheny Stone Colonel Quay Republican Party Pennsylvania General Assembly Commonwealth Watson Supreme Court Ame Marina Senator Quay Flo Republican National Committee Benjamin Harrison Senaate McKinles Congress House Senate Pennsylvanea Industries Qiao William A. Stone

Wiley reports on canned meat preservatives

Chemist Wiley of the agriculture department reports to Secretary Wilkon that tests on canned meats from the open market and the war department found no traces of borax boric acid sulphites sulphuric acid salicylate or benzoic acids. Saltpetre was found in corned beef and lungheon beer but not in canned beef. Thirteen samples were inspected, eleven purchased in the market.

Washington Wiley Department of Agriculture Haa Wilwon War Department Wilkon

Market samples from war department storage revealed beef varieties

SA market and two obtained from the war department. Of the former eight, from five different packing houses, were corned beef, two packed by the Armour Canning company of Chicago, and the Armour Packing company of Kansas City, were luncheon beef and the other samples roast beef.

SA Market War Department Armour Canning Company Chicago Armour Packing Company Kansas City

Will Bring Gillett Back from Mexico to U S

Sheriff Joseph Stwed of Wichita Kansas and Kansas banker F W Petty travel to Chihuahua to take C Gillett into custody. Gillett sought aid from the American consul as talks suggest extradition cannot proceed against his will. A H Aroholt of Kansas City met Gillett privately and left for Mexico City to confer with President Diaz on extradition. Harley Hunt of Kansas City says arrangements with Gillett's creditors allow his return by February 1.

Chihuahua Mex Joseph Stwed Wichita Kus F. W. Petty Kansas C. Gillett United States Gillett A. H. Aroholt Kanene City Mexico Diaz Harley Hunt Kmeas City Gilletts States

Train wreck at Great Bend causes deaths and injuries

A Susquehanna railroad wreck near Great Bend Pennsylvania at 240 pm today killed fireman John J. Fely of Owego and seriously injured engineer Dean Welch of Hornellsville and fireman T J Smith of Hornellsville. Passengers escaped harm. Tracks cleared after wreckers from Binghamton and Susquehanna.

Susquehanna Great Bend Here Erie Pond John J. Fely Owego Dean Welch Horhelleville T. J. Smith Hornellsville Welch Smith Binghamton

Wreck of the Paul Jones Yacht Recovered by Lugger

New Orleans reports confirm the loss of the ill fated yacht Paul Jones. Wreckage and effects have been picked up by the lugger George Partlow as rescuers search for bodies. The launch carried several named passengers including Miss Florence Taggart and Miss Marjorie Woodland. crew names remain unknown. The vessel exploded near Bird Island around January 6, with all aboard believed dead.

New Orleans Paul Jones Beard George Partlow Joseph Brinkman Louisville Florence Taggart Major Taggart Tadionanpolis Marjorie Woodland George Woodland

Astor Battery Returns From Philippine Service

After seven months away the Astor battery reached New York today. They served under General McArthur in Manila, marching from the city June 11 with three officers and ninety nine men, returning with one officer and four men. Losses included six death total, three in action and two from sickness. six men were sent home invalided and six discharged for various causes. Two officers stayed behind with their original regiment, one in Manichi and one at Rock Island arsenal.

New York Astor Battery Philippine Islands Manichi Rock Island Arsenal

Esterhusy Seeks Release From Professional Secrecy

Paris reports Major Comte Ferdinand Walein Esterhusy, linked to the Dreyfus bordereau, arrived from Rotterdam and asked War Minister de Freycinet to loosen his oath of secrecy. The minister granted the request and Esterhusy is expected to testify before the court tomorrow.

Paris Comte Ferdinand Walein Esterhusy Dreyfus Bordereau Rotterdam M. de Wreycinet M. de Freyeinet Comte Exterhogy

Millville strike could hit Jersey glassmakers

An official said about 200 non union New Jersey glassworkers would strike if firms refuse to pay union wages. Meetings were held in different towns and workers decided to join the union.

Millville N. J Green Glass Dbiewers’ Nexeiation Jersey Tenns

Mrs Mutehier Dead in This City

Mrs. Lowlia Mutehier widow of William Mutehier dies at her home in Raston Pa aged 0 years. Her late husband long served as representative in congress from the district. One son Hon Howard Mutehier of this city survives her.

Raston Lowlia Mutehier William Mutehier Congress Howard Mutehier

Steamship Arrivals and Departures Noted in Liverpool

Steamship arrivals listed Namailie Umbria Haven Champagne and Queenstown with Aurania sailing from Liverpool. The New York bound Namailie and New York entries indicate a busy transatlantic schedule with multiple ships arriving and departing.

Liverpool Namailie New York Umbria Haven Champagne Queenstown Aurania

Congress Week Shapes Battle Over Army Growth and Treaties

Washington reports a partisan clash over the army expansion to 160000. Debates focus on the Philippines and the peace treaty, with Populists and Democrats opposing broad increases and seeking temporary or no increases while Republicans back the plan. The week also covers appropriation bills and policy on foreign affairs.

Van Valkenberg Claims Quay Strength Falls Short

Harrisburg January 22 Van Valkenberg leading anti-Quay campaign says Quay’s support is at a high tide with 118 votes, 14 short of a majority. He notes 190 against him with 47 Democrats and 2 anti-Quay Republicans. Quay managers expect Democrats to supply the missing 14 votes at the proper time while denying Democrat direct support. The Quay machine faces patronage bankruptcy and failed attempts to split Democratic and anti-Quay ranks.

Harrisburg E. A. van Valkenberg Hight van Valkenberg Mr. Quay Quay Democrata Meliater Quay

Quay Deadlock Persists as Opponent Strives Again

The article notes continued deadlock over Pennsylvania politics with Senator Quay facing renewed bids to break the anti-Quay lines next Tuesday. It suggests Quay may extend his own hold and seek re election as United States senator from Pennsylvania.

Senator Quay United States Pennsylvania Tower

Citizens Meet For Anti Imperialism In New York

A large crowd gathered at the Academy of Music for a Citizens meeting opposing imperialism and entangling alliances with European powers. Vice presidents named include Wheeler Hy Perkham Abraham S. Headt Henry Loomis Nev on William A. Hornblower and others. Messages from ex President Cleveland Col William J. Miquin and Bishop Henry C. Potter were read. Speakers included Samuel Gompers Bourke Cockran and Romuel Gompers urging unity to oppose expansion.

New York Academy of Music Continetal League Wheeler Hy Perkham Abraham Headt Henry Loomis Nevon William A. Hornblower Roger A. Pryor Francie Wayland Glen John O Sheehny Frederle BR. Cou Wee Central Labor Samuel Giompers American Federation of Labor John M. Parecons Knights of Labor Daniel Harrison United Federation of Law Cleveland Colom William J. Miquin Henry C. Potter Levelind Eald Ryan Eal France Fustis Romuel Gompers Bourke Cockran

Balloting Set in Charlestown Senate Fight Over Contested Seats

Charlestown W Va January 22 Balloting for United States senator to begin in the legislature tomorrow amid a party split. Republicans hold a one vote edge on joint ballot with a contested seat. McGraw won Democratic caucus nomination and Svot Republican nomination leading to partisan maneuvering over disputed seats. Retaliation threats loom as balloting could run days in both chambers.

Charlestown W. Via United States John T. McGraw Lince House Tryner

Explosions Hit Cornwall Furnace. Heavy Loss Reported

Three blasts rocked the Bird Colemian furnace plant in Cornwall, five miles from Lebanon, causing widespread damage to the twin furnaces and shattered windows. No serious injuries among workers though several suffered minor burns as molten metal leaked and contacted water. The Lackawanna Tron and Stivell company of Scranton runs the plant.

Lebanon Bird Colemian Cornwall The Lackawanna Tron and Stivell Company Scranton

Tax on legacies tied to real estate proceeds clarified

Washington officials state that legacies paid from real estate proceeds to satisfy debts tied to estates are not subject to the legacy tax on personal property. The ruling notes that debts and crimes against the estate exceed the value of proportional property, preventing joint taxes.

Washington Inpertel

Belgian King Leopolds cabinet crisis reported in Pas traite

Jan 2 report from Pas traite notes serious rifts between King Leopold and several ministers over the direction of a new central system. It is rumored Premier de Smet de Saever may resign tomorrow and that the cabinet will meet to appoint a successor.

Thruesels Leopold M. de Smet de Saever

Minister Changes at Plymouth Church Brooklyn

Rev Newell Dwight Tilton has accepted the Plymouth church pastorate in Brooklyn to succeed Dr Lyman Abbott Dr Hillis acceptance telegraphed from Chicago was read at the morning service Abbott will leave the congregation in late February

Beecher New York Dan Newell Dwight Tilia Plymouth Church Brooklyn Lyman Abbott Hillis Chicago Abbott

Denver to host next National Convention in April

Denver reports that John N Barrows secretary of the Colonial Society of the Revolution has learned from General Montgomery secretary of New York that the next National Convention will be held in Denver opening April 6. The announcement notes the selection of Denver as the convention site and provides the starting date.

Denver Jon John N. Barrows The Colonie Society Bons Gepera James Montgomery New York

Governor Stone Endorses Quay in Pennsylvania Senate Fight

Governor Stone sides with Senator Quay in the Pennsylvania senatorial contest. He notes strong Republican support, cites the regularity of Quay’s nomination, and says the prosecution against Quay has proven politically driven. Stone praises Quay as a brave, able leader who protected Pennsylvania industries and helped Harrison win.

Quay Republican Party

Murder at Pittston and Canal Bill Debate Dominate Week

News round up highlights a murder at Pittston and the Nicaragua Canal bill as major issues this week. Congress and Governor Btone are listed among forthcoming action, with local politics and crime summaries following.

Tragedy in Mahanoy City as Son Kills Mother and Kills Himself

Dennis McCarthy of Mowmiun s a small mining village near Mahanoy City shot and killed his elderly mother then wounded himself in a drunken spree. He chased his sister after the quarrel, fired twice at his mother, and Wednesday night attempted suicide before police and medical staff detained him.

Mahanoy City Dennis McCarthy Mowmiun's Here McCarty Skywer Tie Slater

Couple die after double shooting in quarrel

Jan John Deithof shot his wife after a quarrel and then killed himself. Both died at the hospital. The couple had been living apart for some time and Deithof had frequently demanded money which his wife refused to supply.

Chitogue Jan John Deithof Fle Lawr Deithof Jua Delthof Jude

Patrol cruiser Revaliet patched after Tangane. left Friday

Wellington reports the repair of the patrol cruiser Revaliet to 4 percent after the Tangane incident. The vessel had been patched following its departure on Friday and resumed sailing.

Wellington Revaliet

Tring Reports Rumors On Ionian Aid To Clings Port

The Tring notes that Biba and Btw are soon due to Ching and cautions the Ionian government’s men may not assist Clings port. The report suggests rumors of external help are premature and unconfirmed.

The Tring Tissian Crukwerst Biba Ching

Fire devastates five story building in Urala storehouse

Fire broke out today in a five story tin building on Wet Bread Way in Uralna, damaging a storehouse owned or operated by HM Rocene. The blaze spread quickly, causing heavy damage to goods and clothing and prompting firefighting efforts.

New York Uralna HM. Rocene

Mc Checkin Pastor Dies After Pneumonia at 57

Wilkes-Darmy report states Nev, PA pastor of the Catholic choir at Nontlooke died at midnight of pneumonia age 57. The obituary notes his service and local parish role.

Earthquake Rips Greek Peloponnesus Causing Destruction

A strong seismic event struck the Peloponnese and Ionian regions including Philintra Messinia and Kyparrissia. Villages were destroyed or damaged, residents displaced, and authorities rushed to provide tents and supplies. No confirmed deaths reported, but injuries and fear persist in several towns.

Athens Peloponnesae Kingdom of Greece Pen Insula Philintra Messenia Tonlan Phillutha Kyparrissia and Stase Navarino Modone Calamis Messinia Gulf Roron

Quaker City Crime Report From Philadelphia

In Philadelphia multiple deaths and injuries are reported. C P Wolff, 22, of Brooklyn, committed suicide by gas in a hotel room, leaving a letter to his wife. Edgar L. Winpenny, 14, was accidentally shot by Charles Rueblinger, 19, during a target practice in the northern part of the city. Walter Hopper, 21, shot Mrs. Jennie Boreh, 24, then wounded himself with a gun at a Callowhill lodging house. the wound to Hopper is minor.

Philadelphia C. PL Wolff Hamburg Street Brooklyn Charles Rueblinger Edgar L. Winpenny Aot Fred Winpenny Walter Hopper Jennice Boreh Callowhill Street

Murder of Spanish officials in Palawan prompts killings

The Labuan reports the Spanish governor and several officers were murdered by natives returning from church on Palawan. Natives fled to the hills with women, children, and some men as prisoners. A Spanish gunboat and mail boat intervened. Captain Port escorted the rescued group to Sandakan, British Borneo, with all now safe.

Labuan British Borneo Palawan Philippine Archipelago Captain Port Ernens Sandakan

Serious Dock Strike in Colon Turns Violent with Armed Men

In Colon Colombia January 2 a dock workers strike grows serious as thirty six Minuma dockmen arrived overnight and stones and revolvers were fired at a train. More are expected as air cargo is delayed. Soldiers guard warehouses to block outside contact while crews work.

Colon Colombia

Washington Atty General Mort to Visit Bandage Area

Henry M Mort United States attorney general is ordered by the department of justice to travel to Bandage area to confer with General Leonard Wow on seal questions affecting the administration of the department. Mort is son of ex Governor Hoyt of Pennsylvania.

Washington Henry M. Mort United States Department of Jietler Leonard Wow Air Hoyt Peansatvinia

Tin Plate Company bid sighted in steel plant dispute

The American Tin Plate Company negotiates to buy the Onto Steel plant in Youngstown Ohio. Reports say the purchase hinges on price and the only major difference between parties concerns a key point of the deal.

Youngstown, O American Tin Plate Company Onto Steel Company Thin Colt

General Annenkoff Dead, St. Motorburg Jan 22

The report notes the death of Goenernd Amnen Kom, a renowned Roeeian engineer who constructed the transCupplan railway, in St. Motorburg on January 22. The fragment confirms his status as a distinguished builder of the rail project.

Annenkoff St. Motorburg Goenernd Amnenkom

Murder at Pittston in Frogtown Night of Shooting

Special to the Beranton Tribune Pittston Jan 22 a wanton murder occurred around 10 PM when Polander shot and killed Peter Connell near his home. Officer Connell arrested one of the party, believed to be the shooter, as crowds threatened lynching and the killer was taken to the county jail. The victim, 4 years old, lived with his sister and was well known. witness Michael English and Chief Loftus aided the search for the gunman.

Beranton Tribuna Pittson Polander Peter Connell Center Street Frogtown Progres Connell Michael English Palin Tribune Loftus

Pope Illness Report Sparks Tridentine Debate

Paria correspondent notes a Rome telegram stating the pope is dangerously ill. A Rome AP dispatch later claimed the pope had fully recovered after a brief illness, receiving a deputation from the Canons of St Jean de Latran that day.

German Ambassador to U.S. to Push Cotton Velvet Tar Pact in Talks

Berlin reports Dr. von Holleben, Germany’s ambassador, will be instructed to seek inclusion of recent tariff arrangements affecting cotton velvets, Cologne wine, and chocolate in forthcoming commercial treaty negotiations. The move follows a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on a trade dispute seen as favorable to German exporters.

Berlin Associated Press von Holleben United States Eal de Cologne Winder Tuite States Supreme Court of Danner Conia

Longfellow Memorial Committee Formed in Washington

The executive committee of the Longfellow Nations Memorial association formed to raise funds for a statue in Washington. The group tests public appeal and estimates a need of 5,000 pounds to complete the project.

Longfellow Washington, Dan Longfellow Nations Memorial Association Queet Washington

Mrs Lukens Died of Heart Disease in Jersey City Heights

Mrs Lukens died at her home in Jersey City Heights from heart disease. She was known to readers of The New York World and was connected with the Philadelphia area press. No other details are provided in the fragment.

New York Marie Lukens Med Jersey

Weather outlook for Weskington on Monday

January 2 forecast for Weskington shows increasing clouds with a few showers possible. Variable winds and rising temperatures expected as the day progresses.

Weskington Jan Penneyvania

Also Mentioned on This Page

Chemist Wiley’s Report Fely Erie Heroes of Manila Esterhazy Abe White Lodse Committee On Joreign Relations Representative Cook Illinois District of Columbia Full Military Affairs Committee Hey Tila Spain Remuilar Philippines Military Academy van Valkenburg Bird Coleman L. I. and 8. Co Internal Revenue Decision Sons of the Revolution Hace Btone Pittston Nicaragua Democrats Hoy Father Furt West Seranton Jied Kt. Joseph's Dennis McCarty Bowmans Samoa Italy Father McGuckin Greece Peloponnesus Quaker City Crime General Wood Tin Plate Company Rome Weather Forecast
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