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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 1897

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Reciprocity Clause Sparks Bipartisan Tariff Debate

Washington July 1 widespread criticism met the new reciprocity clause. Senators predict it will be rejected in conference though passed by the Senate as it delegates tariff rate setting to the president and may violate Field vs Clarke. Republicans protest constitutional issues and sugar interests oppose the 20 percent cap.

Supreme Court House Senate Washington Ways and Neans Committee Allison Plopkins Illinois Ways and Means Committee Field Clarke Congress Alr Hopkins Finance Committee Burrows Warner P. Sutton McKinley Blaine Thurston Nebraska Conference Committee Mason O. H. Matt

Religious Riot in Calcutta Over Mosque Rumor

A serious riot broke out in Chitpore Calcutta following rumors about a mosque, prompting police to summon the military to disperse rioters. Several Europeans were seriously injured as troops patrol the disaffected area amid ongoing native unrest and fears of further disturbances.

Calcutta Chitpore

Court commissioners named for Eastern District of Pa

Judge Butler announced the appointment of United States commissioners for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania under the May 28, 1804 act. This marks the first time the court has appointed under the congressional act.

Butler Philadelphia United States District Court

Commissioners Reappointed for Four-Year Terms

All present commissioners were reappointed to four year terms. Names include John K. Balentine Samuel Hell William W. Craig Henry K. Edmunds and John F. Lewis of Philadelphia Morris Kirkpatrick of Easton Leroy J. Wolfe of Harrisburg Samuel L. Young of Reading Charlies A. Woltken of Pottsville Benjamin F. Montgomery of Lancaster and John Reed Scott of Gettysburg. Under prior law, circuit court judges appointed them and tenure was for life.

John K. Balentine Samuel Hell William W. Craig Henry K. Edmunds John F. Lewis Philadelphia Morris Kirkpatrick Easton Leroy J. Wolfe Harrisburg Samuel L. Young Reading Charlies A. Woltken Pottsville Benjamin F. Montgomery Lancaster John Reed Scott Gettysburg Elrcuit Court

Sultan Yields at Last in Peace Talks

From London July 1 the Vienna Chronicle dispatch reports Emperor Nicholas pressing the sultan to speed up peace negotiations by dropping impossible Greek demands. The sultan has virtually accepted the terms of the powers and only details remain.

London Vienna Daily Chronicle Nicholas Greece Hae

Mayou Volcano Eruption Devastates Libong Village

New details from Manilla report 120 Libong inhabitants perished in the Mayou eruption in Albany province. The village suffered extensive damage and nearby tobacco crops were destroyed. The quake accompanying the eruption was felt within a one mile radius. Mayou had been dormant since 1617.

Manilla Philippine Islands Mayou Albany Libong

Churches sue state over collateral inheritance tax

The Methodist Episcopal Church the Welsh Congregational Church and the Presbyterian church society of New York Mills in Oneida county filed claims against New York state for 105 95 and 280 dollars. They allege exemption from collateral inheritance tax as religious corporations after paying the tax onWilliam D Walcott estate per order of the surrogate whose ruling dismissed an appeal for being late.

Albany The Methodist Episcopal Church Welsh Congregational Church Presbyterian Church Society of New York Oneida County William D. Walcott

Thirsty Indians Die From Poisoned Liquor at Mille Lacs

Five Indians including Chief Wee Sug die at Malone's Point Mille Lacs Lake after drinking pain killer and other alcohol containing preparations bought from Malone's trading post. Others are expected to die as riders scour the reservation seeking the source and blaming Malone.

Brainerd Minn Wee Sug Malone's Point Millelacs Lake Malone Redskins

Post Office Burglars Loot Connellsville Safe

Burglars blew open the Connellsville post office safe about 2 3 this morning. They took about 335 dollars in cash 574 dollars in stamps and fifteen registered letters. Inner and outer safe doors were shattered and papers scattered. Three unidentified men fled town on a freight train along the Baltimore and Ohio line.

Connellsville Baltimore and Ohio

Mail Thieves Target Wabash Wreck Letters

Postoffice inspectors dispatched to Missouri City investigate mail robbery after a wreck. Wet envelopes were opened by a skilled thief who removed cash from letters sent to St Louis and Moberly. value unknown.

Kansas City Missouri City Wabash St. Louie

State public debt shows June decrease and cash rise

Washington report states the monthly public debt at the end of June, excluding cash in the treasury, stood at $85,704,088 with a monthly decrease of $30,270.14 due to more cash on hand. The debt independent of cash fell by $4,182.

Washington Dobt Waa

Fire destroys barn near Frederick with two tramps blamed

A barn on Sherman Hill farm near Frederickburg was burned last night. Two hobos rested on a blanket in the hay and a setting hen knocked over a burning lantern starting the blaze. The loss is about 2000 with little insurance.

Lew Denton Sherman Hill Fredericksburg

Death in the Horse's Kick in Flemington New Jersey

Luther Lut, about 20 years a post office assistant at Lebanon, was kicked by a horse while cleaning it. Peritonitis developed from the injury and Button died yesterday.

Flemington N. J Luther Lut Lebanon Button

Cleveland Robink Mill and Britten Iron Works Idle Over Scale

Five thousand Mondle Cleveland workers from the Robink Mill and the Britten Iron and Steel works walk off or shut down as they fail to sign the Amalgamated scale. About six thousand are affected.

Mondle Cleveland Cleveland Robink Mill Company Britten Iron and Steel Works

Surrender and Departures Mark Cuban Insurgency Conflict

Reports from Havana note Felix Perez and twelve insurgents surrender at Naranjo in Pinar del Rio, yielding arms and 292 pounds of dynamite. Captain General Weyler departs Santiago de Cuba aboard the Angeles, while crowds witness the farewell. Official tallies show insurgents suffering heavy casualties across provinces and Spanish forces reporting numerous skirmishes and dozens of prisoners.

Havana Felix Perez Naranjo Pinar del Rio General Weyler Santiago de Cuba Angeles Moing Manganillo Puerto Principe Santa Clara Mantanzas Pinar de Rio Baniards

Troops Ready to Move from Fort Robinson Neb

A Fort Robinson dispatch says four troops are ordered to move immediately to the Fort Hall Indian reservation in response to potential trouble. The units include Troop K under Captain Hughes with 47 men, Troop C under Captain Taylor with 50 men, Troop A under Captain Larrard with 48 men, and Troop G under Captain Powell with 49 men, led by Lieutenants Stodter Walker Ryan Orton Bateson Pierson.

Omaha Neb Fort Robinson Fort Hall Indian Reservation Hamilton Hughes Stodter Taylor Walker Larrard Ryan Orton Powell Bateson Pierson

Newark Divorce Hearings Feature Wadsworth and Wadsworth

In the New Jersey vice chancellor court today Plainfield’s host joined as usual for the divorce suit between Endicotts. The day’s star witness was Carrie L Wadsworth the principal co respondent. Mr Wadsworth attended whole session, showing strong belief in his wife’s innocence.

Newark N. J Plainfield Endicotts Carrie L. Wadsworth Wadsworth Mrs. Wadsworth

German cabinet changes in Berlin July 1 1900s

Berlin reports a cabinet reshuffle with Count Posadowsky-Wehner named interior minister, replacing Dr Boetticher who remains vice president of the council of ministers and imperial secretary of state for the interior. Dr Miquel is regazetted as minister of finance and vice president. Herr Podbleleky becomes imperial postmaster succeeding the late Dr Von Stephan.

Berlin Count Posadowsky- Wehner Imperial Treasury von Boetticher Council of Ministers Interior Miquel Mnance Herr Podbleleky von Stephan

Double tragedy in Owensboro sisters die by own action

Mrs Paul Weltmeier and daughter Pauline of Owensboro Kentucky committed death by own action by taking carbolic acid last night. Neighbors found them this morning dressed well with two glasses of carbolic acid and a note requesting to be buried as found. They ran a diving establishment and were in comfortable circumstances. Mrs Weltmeier’s brother Dr Hengiler of Paterson New Jersey is named in the report.

Owensboro Paul Weltmeier Pauline Weltmeier

Benham Trial Opens With Hotel Witness

In Batavia New York July 1 the first witness Leo Wells testifies in the Howard C Benham murder case. Wells said Benham and a young woman registered at the hotel as a married couple in November last year and were served drinks before being asked to leave due to inappropriate conduct.

Batavia N. Y Howard C. Benham Leo Wells Akron Wells Benham Hhe Hotel

Boy Cyclist Killed by Cart Near New York

Alfred Fischer aged 13, a grammar school graduate, rode his bicycle with his father’s aid this morning when a dirt cart struck him, resulting in his death. The incident occurred shortly after his graduation.

New York Alfred Fischer Moorning

Tragic Bicycle Accident Claims Boy’s Life

A boy attempting to pass a cart between the curb and his bicycle was struck when his pedal hit the sidewalk, tipping the bike and leading to the cart passing over him. The driver, who was on the wrong side, was arrested.

Lawyers Convention Opens Second Day in Cresson

The second day of the Pennsylvania lawyers convention featured Hon. H. A. Herbert of Alabama delivering a thoughtful address on the supreme court as a defense of property rights and social order. Judges discussed uniform rules of practice, with William A. Hensel elected president and next meeting plans delegated to the executive committee.

Cresson H. A. Herbert Alabama Navy Cleveland Herbert Supreme Court Superior Court James A. Beaver Pennsylvania Bar Association Commonwealth Bar Association Savage Smith V. Wilson Clearfield Edwardes Lawyers’ Association George Wharton Pepper Philadelphia William A. Hensel Lancaster Rowe Mr. Hensel McPherson

Hawaii confronts Japan with bold Honolulu stance

From the Jiji Chinese Japanese newspaper, Hawaii refuses to back down despite the Naniwa warship offshore. The Nipponese press cautions Japan may chastise Hawaii if it oversteps while Japanese laborers denied entry to Hawaii refuse Brazil dispatch.

Vancouver B. C Japan Jiji Honolulu Naniwa Hawaii Brazil

Dinner at White House for Official Family Guests

President hosts an informal dinner at the White House for members of his official family and a few invited guests including Vice President Hobart Assistant Secretary Day Roosevelt Carl Schurz and Secretary Porter. The President and Mrs McKinley plan a Canton visit to see his mother, returning early next week. Assistant Secretary Day and Mrs Day will also travel to Canton.

Washington Hobart Day Roosevelt Carl Schurz White House Porter McKinley Saxtof Canton

Bryan Endorses Ohio Platform On Money Question

In Laramie Wyoming on July 1, Mr. Bryan, after reading the Ohio Democrats platform, stated that they endorsed the Chicago platform and made the money question the paramount issue, exactly as Chicago did.

Laramie Wyo Bryan Ohio Eliver Democrats Ohio Democrats Chicago

Shutdown at Kensington Wage Dispute Hits Local Plants

Shutdown at Chambers Glave works and two tin plate plants in New Kensington Pennsylvania lasts overnight amid wage dispute talks. About 140 men idled as workers and manufacturers seek a settlement. Neither side desires a long stoppage.

Kensington New Kensington Chambers’ Glave Works Tin Plate Works Hoya

Mill Workers Dismissed Over Amalgamated Scale Demands

Youngstown reports all plate mill employees of Union City Dye Company and Coleman Shields & Co discharged after refusing concessions sought under the Amalgamated scale. Workers were surprised by the move and removed from duty today.

Youngstown Uiontig Villey Drow Company Coleman, Shields & Co Thos Eurpriad

Grand Jubilee Military Review at Aldershot Camp

The Duke of Connaught led a Jubilee military review at Aldershot July 1 with 25 000 troops including colonial forces led by Lord Roberts and the Canadian Mounted Police. Queen Victoria attended with royal entourage as colonial premiers observed the march past under intense heat.

Duke of Connaught Canadian Mounted Police Lord Roberts Kandahar Aldershot Eng Queen Victoria Farnborough O'Eldick Lord Wolseley Redvers Buller Evelyn Wand Prince of Wales Hussars Princess of Wales Princess Victoria of Wales Duke and Duchess of York Prince Princesse Charles Denmark

Jubilee Dinner to the Poor in London Chelsea

The Princess of Wales hosted a jubilee dinner for Chelsea’s poor at the Royal hospital. About three thousand adults ate in the afternoon and 2,500 children later received meals. She toured the children who gave an ovation and an address. At Aldershot a torchlight tattoo for ten thousand people followed. Windsor reports the aged poor also held a jubilee dinner with the queen and foreign royal visitors.

London Princess of Wales Chelsea Hoyal Hospital Aldershot Duke of Connaught Duchess of Connaught

Governor Hastings Praised by State Teachers Association

New Castle July 1 The State Teachers association closed its forty third convention with a meeting at Cascade park. Officers nominated yesterday were elected. Resolutions commended Governor Hastings for education support, protested cuts to public school funds, endorsed Dr Schaeffer’s reappointment, and urged school directors to raise local taxes to match state aid.

New Castle State Teachers Association Cascade Park Hastings Dr. Schaeffer

Tragedy in Bradford Claims Printing Office Owner

Bradford reports the death of George Blakely, local job printer and school board secretary, in his office. Miss Lillian Spats, a Williameon restaurant waitress, is gravely injured after a suspected personal crisis incident. A note reading Take thin to Mrs Jennie Spat was found on her hat pin. Blakely was alleged to be $410 short in his county tax accounts. commissioners planned a visit for settlement.

Bradford George Blakely Lillian Spats Williameon Blnkely Wakely Jennie Spat Blakely

Negro man shoots fellow worker in Unity settlement

Pittsburg reports another killing among the African American workers at Unity a railroad camp. At about 2 30 pm Joseph Bryggleson a colored man shot and killed a coworker known as Mame. The motive and full details follow in later lines.

Pittsburg Unity Butler Joseph Bryggleson Wee Main

Woman Killed in Quarrel. Husband Captured After Murder

A woman was killed in a quarrel. The murderer's wife was identified as the victim’s spouse. The suspected killer was captured about an hour after the crime, ending the rapid chase.

Christian Endeavorers Reach West for San Francisco Convention

Special trains packed with Endeavor delegates and tourists roll into Denver Union Depot as 20 trains head West on the Denver and Rio Grande today and 52 tomorrow. Colorado Midland handles many extras while eastbound trains lag, and a Akron flight accident causes Burlington delays. Endeavor members seek Salt Lake City services on Tabernacle Sunday, with a 24 hour delay as Southern Pacific takes over onward transport.

Denver Christian Endeavor San Fransisco Union Depot Denver and Rio Grande Railroad Colorado Midland Burlington Akron Col Endeavorera Ia Salt Lake City Tabernacle Southern Pacific

Massive bituminous strike to hit coal regions nationwide

In Terre Haute on July 1 the Ex press reports a nationwide miners strike planned for Sunday or before. About 250000 workers from Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana Wet Virginia Kentucky are said to be involved to enforce the Columbus scale of 49 cents per ton in Pennsylvania 6 cents in Ohio 60 cents in Indiana and 33 cents in Illinois. Mass meetings in Streator and Braidwood vote to strike once national officers call a suspension.

Terre Haute Ind The Express United States Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana Virginia Kentucky Columbus Braidwood Wilmington Glackens Grove

Disorder in Calcutta Riots Prompt Troop Deployment

Riots by Mussulmans in Calcutta spread through the city with mobs hooting and stoning Europeans, injuring several. Authorities called out troops to disperse rioters as cavalry was needed to quell gatherings. Hindu sympathy noted. officials at Simla absent, worsening the unrest.

Calcutta Simla

International Gold Mining Convention Opens in Denver

The International Gold Mining convention begins July 7 in Denver with displays from every gold producing state. Delegates are arriving, railroads report strong ticket sales, and social events include excursions to major state gold mines to showcase practical mining.

Denver

Steamship Arrivals In New York June

Steamer German from Liverpool arrives. Maraeillen arrives Patria from New York. Liver pool arrives Aurania from New York. Antwerp arrives Herlin from New York. Cherbourg arrives Fuerst Fl emark New York for Hamburg and proceeds.

New York Liverpool Maraeillen Patria Aurania Antwerp Herlin Cherbourg Fuerst Flemarck Hamburg

Egyptian Eye Disease Closes Hamburg School

In Hamburg during July a contagious eye illness spreads among city children due to heat and drought. Officials announce the school will close until December to curb the outbreak.

Hamburg

Turnpike Raiders Burn Six Bridges

Richmond Kentucky July 1 report says a turnpike raid last night burned four bridges on Richmond and Hig Hill Pike and two on Pig Hill and Berea Pike. About twenty horsemen were said to compose the party. Travel is suspended.

Richmond Hig Hill Pig Hill Berea Pike

Murder at Oldby Prompts Local Court Prologue

Readable fragments indicate a story titled The Murder at Oldby with local court proceeding notes and scattered items on coal trade conditions, Sabbath workers meeting, and community notes in Lackawanna County news.

Cuba Victoria Stranton Oldby Weetside Lackawanna County News One County Nctal Commerc

Revival of Industries Signs Prosperity After McKinley Victory

Noston July 1 The textile industry in New England shows renewed activity due to tariff settlement. President Fletcher of the Providence Mills reports full employment and continuous operation with doubled work compared to pre election levels. Machinery is being overhauled and prices for new orders are higher.

Noston New England Senate Committee Recorder Fletcher Providence Natonal McKinley

Russians in Korea alleged plot to assassinate leaders

Vancouver dispatch reports over twenty arrests in Seoul tied to a supposed conspiracy to kill prominent figures. Japanese papers hint Russians manipulate events to press the Korean king to return to their legation. Also noted are an earthquake alarm claim, new leaf tobacco taxes, and efforts to punish Queen Korea Punhied’s murderers. the West River opens to foreign trade with China.

Vancouver B. C Seoul Korea Peeters Tangkadate Imperial Japanese University

Collapse of the Door Trust in Mississippi Valley

The Western Door company, formed in Illinois to embrace leading sash and door factories along the Mississippi Valley, has collapsed. It held seven lumber industries under a 1 million dollar capital, all subscribed, and faced public criticism as a potential gigantic trust. Members withdrew after accusations of conspiring to cut wages and raise prices.

Rock Island Weathern Door Company Mississippi Valley Springfield Illinois Combination

Faure to Visit Russia in August for Official Trip

Official announcement states President Faure will tour Russia in the second half of August. The chamber of deputies plans to vote extra credit to cover travel expenses.

President Faure Russia Paris Chamber of Deputies

Weather Forecast for New York and Midwest July 2

The Herald forecasts for the middle states and New England today: clear to fair, warmer with southerly and southwesterly winds and high temperatures near 90s in southern and southwestern areas. Saturday brings hotter, sultry conditions with southeasterly winds and highs around 100. rain chances in northern districts, coastlines cooler.

the Herald New York Middle States New Enwand

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India U. 5. Court Sultan Missouri Public Debt Statement Gen. Weyler Santiago Fort Hall Count Posadowsky-Wehner Howard Benham Lawyers’ Convention Indorsed Grand Jubilee Military Review the Princess of Wales State Teachers’Association Lillian Spatz Landanum John Eggleson Christian Endeavorers Mussulman Perity Providence Mills McKintey
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