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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1894

Page

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Annex Hawaii and Cuba debated in Senate as tax issue burns

A Honolulu to Hawaii annexation push and Cuba and Canada expansion are debated in a Senate session led by Mr Teller. Tax policy and the income tax battle dominate remarks by Mr Ray of New York and Mr Hall. Debate touches on oil prices and domestic production as well as election law repeal. The day ends with tariff talk and a 5:30 p.m. adjournment.

Hawaiian Islands Chandler Cleveland Ray New York Hall Representative Stone Senate Teller Tawa Cina Cuba Tavoine Tak Sten Pendiylvarla Keredan Pitroliant Wilson Wasurxeton Jan Colorado Thurston Canada Hawaii United States Committee On Foreign House N.H Higgins Hill McCreary Committee On Foreign Affairs Blair N. H Wich Meilin Dem Tenn Bland Mr. Ray Mr. Hall Dem. Mo Taraway C. W. Stone Rep Penna Hail Batoul Russia

Sheriff closes longtime business in Scranton area item

Sheriff Fahey closes the J Ry Shepherd & Co store at the Lincoln avenue and Church Street corner in Scranton and issues an execution by Sarah A Schofield. The file will occur at 9 o'clock on Monday morning Fu 5.

Scranton CarwonpaLe J. Ry, Shepherd & Co Lincoln’ Avenue Church Street Fahey Sarah A. Schofield

Milwauker Church in Accord with Hin Iden

Editor W. T. Steady delivered a January lecture titled The Church of God in Milwauker, outlining church unity and faith. The event drew attendees from local congregations and discussed upcoming activities.

Milwaukee

Waukee Forms Interdenominational Church Protection Group

A new organization in Waukee unites members of all denominations to oppose legislation seen as dangerous to church and people. A committee led by Rev. Theodore Clifton, Rabbi Meet, Wed, W. J. Anderson and Vrofe, with Prof Hooper, was appointed by Mr. Stead to begin organizing immediately.

Waukee Thin City Theodore Clifton Rabbi Meet Wed Brave W. J. Anderson Vrofeas Hooper Stead

Disappearance Mystery Cleared by Body Found in Lake Milliwan

The missing D Frank Gable of the city was located in Lake Milliwan on June 20. A receipt in his vest pocket identified the body, and vanishing money from his wallet suggested possible foul play during a visit with his parents to the World’s Fair at Ostover.

Youn D. Frank Gable

Knights of Labor Seek Court to Restrain Carlisle Bonds

The Knights of Labor and Master Workman Sovereign ask Judge Cox in the District Supreme Court to enjoin Secretary Carlisle from issuing (50,000) bonds under a proposed circulation. The judge reserved decision, with a ruling expected tomorrow or Wednesday, noting broad official interest and parallels to a Reconstruction Act case against President Johnson.

Wasisviox Tolay Judge Cox District Supreme Court Sovereign T. Bo McGurra Knights of Labor Carliale Cox Carlisle Supreme Court Andrew Johnson Congress Knights Thatia

Riot Situation In Bringevile Pa Sparks Tense Vigil

A tour of riot districts reports nervy activity with Heidelberg near Woodville as riot leaders' HQs. Anarchist groups hold nightly meetings shaping plans for Saturday's disaster. Foreign miners supply dynamite near Heidelberg and deputies may search shanties. deputies called to Ridgeway and Coal Center miners in Washington county face potential trouble.

Bringeville Heidelberg Woodville Ridgeway Bishop Coal Company Coal Center Washington County

Arbitration Attempted in Brazil Settlement Efforts

United States Minister Thompson at Kio reports ongoing talks with the state department and navy dispatches from Admiral Denham confirm efforts toward an amicable settlement between the belligerents.

Peato Brazil Bonham Wasnisarox United States Thompson Kio Fstate Department Navy Department Denham Belliverenta

Emancipation Day Rally and Local Notices Across Counties

Emancipation Day meeting planned by Colored folk of Kenwling in Allegany county. Local naturalizations in Allegany and a 4 wine permit granted to Bilan Cavance of Town Hill Lazertie county. Aged Alfred Herman dies in Sunbury. water supply concerns persist with 30 wells dry. Reading reports theft and arrest cases including Bernard Flowerinian jailed and Slocum financier case. Spang Iron works Pittsburg opens with 250 workers. Cumberland County mayoral race nominee John Bo Landis.

Batouel Zeigler Falling Springs Allegany County Kenwling Bilan Town Hill Lazertie County Alfred Herman Sunbury Livitetigat Marin United States of America Prankin Marshal Collage Livneaitur W. C. Schaeffer Lata Tinaty Collage Lebanon Carlisle John Bo Landis Cumberland County Benard Flowerinian Himwack Reading Ombexeting Company Fonds Lod Btleknee Turintum McAbuo Spang Stesl and Iron Company Pittsburg Qrm

Port Yarrock Disaster Claims Crew in Merciless Seas

The Port Yarrock, captained by Forbes, sank after a long battle with heavy seas. Twenty five crewmen perished, with lifeboats and wreckage failing to reach shore as onlookers watched in despair. Fishermen reported boats crushed and main sails torn away before the vessel broke apart.

Forbes Dini Jan Yutroek Sante Honany Port Yarrock Kealcomin Branton Bay Goatien

Foul Play Suspected In Disappearance Case

In Hughenville, Enoch Houseknecht vanishes after a night of drinking in Money. His overcoat lies hidden and investigators suspect robbery led to his disappearance, with money reported missing from his pants pocket. Locals await further details as police probe the incident on January 20.

Enoch Houseknecht Hughenville Winntassrort Haooh Houseknecht Migrhenville Elronja Houseknecht

Lost lifeboat and cargo stranded at Donagil coast

Historical report notes a lifeboat with a relief stripe on its bow and a name ending in eld washed ashore at Bortonport Donegal. A quantity of cotton linge also strand at the same location and local vessels are believed to have battled wreckers off the coast of Donagil.

Doath Dav Bortonport Donegal Jurge Stedmer Lan Donagil

Producera Disgaunt P posed Toorense in Tariff on Preooun Srangy

The article reports rising tariff pressure affecting imports from America and Asia. Officials cite falling demand as producers face higher costs, with markets reacting to policy proposals and promised changes.

Producera Disgaunt P Toorense Loxpos Aiiounes Atonaa Burma America

Bulletin on Philadelphia Physicians Report Quiet Day

The bulletin from Philadelphia reports that at 11:90 o'clock the physicians observed a quiet day with no marked change in the federal condition. Childs noted no significant developments and renewed encouragement was offered.

Philadelhia

Beech Creek Railroad Line to Connect FB and O Pitcabu

Surveys near Johnstown Pennsylvania are believed to target extending a new rail line. The unspecified project aims to connect to existing routes and spur development, with plans reportedly advancing through preliminary site exploration in January.

Pitcabu Spira Johnstown

Rail line plans threaten rivalry in Pennsylvania coal corridor

A syndicate led by Philadelphia financiers surveys a route from Altoona to Johnstown via Byansburg to connect with Baltimore and Ohio routes. The project would give Reading Company a western outlet for anthracite coal and create direct competition with Pennsylvania systems in the region.

Ottawa Woman Rescued From River Threat After Domestic Abuse

In Ottawa on January 20 Joan Whil was forced toward St Patrick's bridge by her husband Spanoine Hedean who threatened to drop her into the river fifty feet below. He hoisted her over the rail before being restrained and arrested for cruelty after she was saved by others and hauled to safety.

Ottawa Joan Whillunes St Patrick's Bridge Spanoine Hedean

George Helehe Ends Life After Drinking Paris Green

George Helehe died after a night of suffering from Paris Green poisoning taken in a personal crisis. He entered his father’s room intoxicated, drank liquor laced with the poison, and died at age 24.

Preraniyig George Helehe

Sibley Reconsiders Resignation Over Tariff Stance

Representative Sibley of Pennsylvania initially resigned due to opposition to the tariff bill but faced party protests. After a conference with Governor Pattison in Harrisburg and urging telegrams from Meadville and Titusville supporters, he decided to stay in Congress though he remains opposed to the tariff measure and plans to vote against it.

Wasitmotos Sibley Pennsylvania Harrisburg Pattidon Congress Meadville Titusville

Senator Markley Denies Withdrawal Assertion

Senator Markley rebutted a report that he would withdraw from the race. He stated he has no intention to quit and remains in the field to push party reform and rule revisions aimed at curbing leadership domination ahead of the next election.

Markley Apannia Pennsylvania Amocracy Houyes Pennsylvania Democracy

Smythe Adopts Willis Taction in Hayti Threatens Recall

Reports state minister Smythe may have adopted Willis Taction in Hayti threatening to recall him if official confirmation arrives. No word has reached the state or navy departments as Hayti mail is delayed. a cabinet member signaled possible disavowal and withdrawal from station.

Willis Hayti

United Collieries to sue Pennsylvania Railroad over freight rates

Papers prepared by counsel for United Collieries to sue Pennsylvania Railroad for 3000, 600 damages alleging unjust discrimination in freight rates and violation of the interstate commerce law. Anticipates a long line of suits similar to the Coxe case.

Phuladelista United Collieries Company Pennsylvania Railroad Company Thos Coxe

Senator Stewart Resolution Opposes Bond Authority

A resolution introduced by Senator Stewart questions Secretary Carlisle authority to issue bonds. The Silverites are expected to back the motion as a unified group.

Wasnixarox Dan Stewart Carlisle Silverites

Fragmented 1920s Crime and Political Gaffes Featured in Odd Report

A garbled historical item notes Democratic governor nomination talk in Alaska, a San Francisco theft case with twenty years in prison, a Colorado convention delay, a street shooting in Waynnville Missouri, payroll theft near Indianapolis, a theater fire in Thaston, and a Lima robbery. The piece also mentions prison chaplains and misappropriation suspensions.

Ontes Watta Alu Harin James Vaughn William Bato Jol Stetson Thaston Lottle Vine Colfax Indianapolis National Bank Lima

Bankers Rebuff Secretary Carlisle On Bond Scheme

New York bankers press Secretary Carlisle during a conference. Carlisle defends five percent bonds and a 75 million dollar target. Gallatin National Bank’s Tappan questions subscriptions and bankers cite lack of commissions and high premiums on short term bonds.

New York Carlisle Tappan Gallatin National Bank

Labor Leaders Debate Miners Strike Amid Hard Times

President Frye of the Railroad Miners Aid and a United Press rep report no current push for a strike. They note division between union and non union miners, potential boosts by better organization, and the risk of mine disruption. Italian interpreter says miners face danger and meager earnings around five cents per day.

Prrrspung Frye Railroad United Press Tipples Presidant

Freight wreck halts east west travel after axle breaks

A freight train axle broke near Spire causing nineteen cars and another engine to derail. Dillerville local freight collided with overturned cars, blocking four tracks and stopping all east and west travel. Fireman John Rupert suffered severe burns and Hewie was the only other injury reported. The west bound engine overturned, with its engineer escaping.

Hewie

Insurgent Admirals Clash Aboard New York Visit

The article reports on interviews between Rear Admiral De Dame Mostrvingo and Rear Admiral Benimaw Roddlerview aboard the United States cruiser New York on January 22. The insurgent admiral protested a peremptory tone and rejected mediation proposing settlement tied to Peixoto’s retirement and a future president.

Mostrvingo Benimaw Roddlerview de Gam United Stats Oruther New York Bie Ile de Ginn Peixoto Bonham

Insurgents Urged to Listen as Government War Material Funding Standoff

The report notes irritation over De Giama's statements and a pledge to use force if insurgents refuse reason. Admiral De Gama contends the insurgents are far from yielding, likening their stance to a stubborn canoe.

de Giama de Gama

Philanthropist Loses 150 After Charity Mixup

A donor gave 150 dollars to a relief drive but his wife hid the money in an old shoe. She later searched for the shoe while the funds had already been sent to aid the poor. Authorities hope to recover the lost funds.

Buyvato Ian Almodt

Death of Rosina Vokes of the Volos family

Rosina Vokes, noted member of the Volos theatrical clan, died at Buabicombs Tor quay on Saturday. Born in 1854 in Lunde she debuted young and later married Carl Clay before resuming stage work. She supported fellow actors and charity while managing her career and left Cecil Clay as widower and manager.

Loxpos Jane Rosina Vokes Volos Buabicombs Torquay Fusing Lunde Peter White Carl Clay Vokes Union Square Theatre Daly's Theatre Europe Cecil Clay Miss Vokes

Riots Close Cherry Mines After Mass Fears At Haulghts

January 29 report from Pa states rioters threaten miners at Cherry mines on the Pan Handle line four miles from Mansfield. About 125 workers, including Americans, Slavs and Swedes, quit after a mob order. A boss named Tom McMuntoney was shot at near a barn. Sheriff sets 20 deputies. tension subsides by nightfall.

Will Fe Asnaclad Masshrip Haulghts Statioo Mansfield Moses Meine J.J. Boyle Wimajovity Tom McMuntoney Lark Washington County Kendimines

Trade board debate urged on Taylor progress plan

Fragmentary notice from a 19th century issue hints at a board of trade discussion urging steps for progress under Taylor. It mentions banning by an organization, enforcement of Morough ordinances, and new laws amid industrial concerns. A scheduled meeting is implied for early date.

Ing Seda Scretghk Tyke Taylor Board of Trade Amchange

Wages Reduced at Maine Mills Cause Alarm

Wages were cut by ten percent at the Pepperill and Leonia mills today. Workers found price schedules posted in many rooms this morning. Secretary Rose of Fall River is expected to arrive tomorrow and business men and citizens hope he will prevent a strike.

Lippevony Rose Fall River Tomorow Businessen Hfe

Death of Jutgo Calkina in Tacoma

The death of Jutgo Calkina of Tacoma is reported after a residence incident. Hintn A. Calking, described as a former Indiana congressman and judge, died in his home in this city this morning at the age of 42.

Jutgo Calkina Tacoma Dan Judgo Wile Hintn A. Calking Congresda Indiana

Weather Outlook for Tuesday in Eastern Pennsylvania

Forecast calls for rain or snow in the morning across eastern Pennsylvania. Colder conditions follow with a shift to northwest winds and fair weather by the evening.

Waanimoron, Inn. 2 Pennsylvania

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