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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1897
Page
1
In a brisk market overview, the note hints at continued demand for heavy stocks with a focus on savings and value. The text signals a planned week of strategic offerings and potential price moves for investors seeking steady positions.
Fragmentary line notes a talk on bargain giving and an unprecedented display of men’s furnishings in the city, with no further details or confirmation of event date or organizer.
A devastating blaze in downtown Philadelphia from an overheated oven gutted sixty buildings across Market Thirteenth and Juniper streets. The inferno destroyed merchant shops and factories, caused thousands to lose work, and led to major insured losses near a million dollars with Wanamaker’s and Hirsch & Bros. among the noted affected properties.
A six story wholesale building at 16 108 200 and 202 Monroe Street burned severely injuring ten, seven firemen, with three likely to die. Fire damaged by falling walls and brand. the structure and contents valued at about 550000 with building damage around 150000.
Bitterly cold winds struck Chicago as 15,000 people received food fuel and clothing to prevent extreme suffering. The mayor's special fund neared $10,000 with outside subscriptions and city donations aiding relief efforts. Police guarded distribution via patrol wiers and ambulances while volunteers coordinated heat clothing and fuel.
Harrisburg January 26. Lieutenant Governor Lyon convened the senate to block a press muzzling measure and lawmakers filed dozens of bills. Proposals include restricting publication of crime suspects, regulating employment in factories, licensing dentistry, housing boards, and widening road controls. The house adjourned to 1 pm after advancing rules changes and numerous appropriation bills.
Colonel A. M c Clure and Charles Emory Smith address journalists in Morrisburg on proposed libel law changes. They argue editors face heavy suits and costs while seeking equal rights with other claimants, praising Pennsylvania journalism’s progress and urging balanced reform.
In Shamokin a mine cave in on Monday night killed Maud Gothie and seriously injured her fiancé, with Mr Graeber reportedly crushed and a horse killed. Maud jumped from a carriage but fell into the shaft and suffocated. Graeber sustained a compound fracture and endured probable fatal injuries.
The Pennsylvania photographers association met in Harrisburg with a paper on The Theory In Photography read by Towle of Princeton. Attendance was noted as good and the convention plans to meet next year in Altoona.
In New York, teams Sb-Balled and Fulda faced off with players including Livergvul Arpived and Loth. The game featured a Gobnattir Bluehted contribution and a Lisand pass by Hre men as part of the event.
In Washington on June 26 the senate heard Senator Turpie urge recognition of Cuban independence while Mr. Frye denied labor fears about a commerce bill. A house veto attempt to restore Jonathan Scott to the pension roll failed, but pensions for disabled veterans were approved. Mentioned: Cameron, Chandler, Cannon, and Stewart amid broader fiscal and international issues.
The annual convention of the State Associated Health Authorities adjourned after disclosing sanitary topics. Officers elected include president Crosby Gray and treasurer G. Green with a slate of vice presidents and committee members.
The national Woman's Suffrage Convention opens at Central Christian church in Des Moines with delegates from across the country. Susan Anthony is present and expected to be re elected president, with other notable attendees named among the leaders.
In St Louis on January 22 a newly created Big Four freight house at East St Louis and vast merchandise were burned. Fire caused by a barrel of oil explosion led to seven thousand dollars in losses with insurance covering the damage.
Harrisburg January 20 The Pennsylvania State Association of School Directors formed last January will hold a noon meeting in the supreme court home on February 10. Speakers include Governor Hastings State Superintendent Schaef fer and Principal Theorapaen of the Philadelphia high school. Most cities and counties will be represented and a large gathering is expected.
District court entries reveal a slate of February sessions including the Johnston murder case and related criminal dockets. Public notices indicate forthcoming arraignments and preliminary hearings in Philadelphia and surrounding counties.
Belleville report says the Vandawater farm house three miles south of town burned in the early morning. Mrs Vandawater and her two children a five year old boy and a girl aged, were burned to death along with Mike Anna Vandawater a sister of Mr. Vandawater.
Will Do the State Printing Harrisburg Padua 2 W Hay of Mercer was the lowest bidder today for the State printing. He will be awarded the contract for four years.
Mrs. McKinley wife of the president elect travels with her sister Miss Barber arriving in Chicago from Canton. They will be guests of Mr and Mrs McWilliams during their stay in the city.
Fragmentary notice mentions Harriebury Pennsylvania and health matters. It references county and state actions and urges postal authorities to address mailing issues from India. The readable text hints at public notices but lacks complete details or dates.
A fire in Fort Smith Arkansas destroyed the Windsor hotel early today. No deaths occurred. The blaze was caused by an oil lamp explosion, resulting in about 2500 dollars in losses with insurance noted.
The Editorial Association reports officers elected for the state organization at a recent meeting. Chikdanis is president, Wiley of Elisabeth vice president, Wilkes-Burin records vice president, Ries treasurer, and Thome secretary. A motion to adopt resolutions on the death of Corlande was discussed and approved.
The column reports a U S Senate election result with votes from both houses. It notes Wyle Wils Walt Ole Carey and Al Harrie among those receiving support, indicating a party line or bipartisan process. The piece mentions January 26 and a Roth Dee head of the federal legislature.
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