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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1899

Page

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Encouraging Philippines Situation Under American Protectorate

The United States advisory commission reports hopeful sentiment in the Philippines. Many southern island towns favor American rule while fearing Aguinaldo's vengeance. The sultan of Sulu supports development and peace, and elections are being organized with local leaders chosen under new municipal powers. Continuous rain and flooding hinder camps, and insurrectionaries face defections as relations with authorities normalize.

Aguinaldo United States Sultan of Sulu Manila J. G. Schurman United States Advisory Commission For the Philippines Laaen Santo Nicolas Cebu Schurman Commission Aguinido Schurmian Thonninton Mindanao Vieasin Flo Bula Sehurman Philippines Siam Bernes British North Painte Fous Bacoor Parinoque Las Pinas Thas Chaneral Lawton Worcester

Riots injure many near Badalona amid Spain unrest

Reports from Madrid say Seville and Saville provinces are quiet after a day of disturbances. In Badalona, six miles northeast of Barcelona, more than thirty people were wounded in rioting surrounding a meeting supporting trial revisions for alleged anarchists jailed at Mint Juch fortress. A demon stration targeted a Jesuit convent as genderarmes faced stones from rioters. General Polavieja agreed with the premier to cut active army strength from 17 000 to a reduced figure.

Badalona Polavieja Madrid Sevills Savage Constantina Saville Barcelona Mint Juch Tula Vieja Sener Silvela

Father recovers four kidnapped children from North Dakota

A Minnesota man, George L. Fry of Oankin, returns from North Dakota with four of his children who had been abducted by six men en route to Canada. Fry, a prosperous businessman, forced the release at gunpoint as the children cried out for him. The kidnappers remain unidentified and will be pursued.

Mr. Fry Min

Homeward Bound Troops Leave the Philippines for Home

Washington dispatch reports Nebraska, Pennsylvania and Utah units now returning from duty in the Philippines. Manila says transport Hancock and Senator left for San Francisco yesterday with Nebraska carrying 42 officers and 512 enlisted men, Pennsylvania 9 officers and 712 enlisted, Utah 9 officers and 48 enlisted. several discharged and one sick in Manila.

San Fernando Hateovk Nebrarka Utah Light Artillery Senator Tenneys- Vania Nagasaki Yokohama Japan Cavite Bealora Aguinaldo Baldomero Auginaldo Mariano Trias Luzon Rinses San Francisco de Malibon Washington Juba Nebraska Pennsylvania Utih Philippines Genera Oe War Department Manila Hancock Utah San Francisco Lauterman

General Horatio Wright Dies After Illness

Washington reports the death of General Horatio G. Wright a respected Civil War veteran who served at Gettysburg the Wilderness and around Richmond. A distinguished engineer he joined the United States Army Corps of Engineers in 9 and remained active until retirement.

Washington Horatio G. Wright Gettysburg Campilain Richmond Wright Otter United States Army Engineers

Altoonn Fatal Altercation on July Night

Thomas Iking of Al toon Cabman was attacked by Jomea Williams on tenth avenue during a Wednesday event. Iking was knocked down and severely beaten, suffering a nose injury that led to his death that evening. Williams was reported to have fled the scene after the assault.

Altoonn Thomas Iking Ain Altoon Cabman Jomea Williams Tenth Avenue Bartendsy Williams Jamor King Willems Gova

Miners clash as guards quell tension at South McAlester

July 2 report from Bouth MerAlester describes Korean and Texas mines at Conlante receiving four dozen miners from West Virginia. A guard detachment led by Marshal Grady moved to Canlgate to maintain order and head off trouble between union and non union workers.

South McAlester 1. T Mineourt Conlante Weat Withla Vestentuy Guards Canlgate Grady

Industries of Pennsylvania Silk and iron dominate state output

Harrisburg reports large gains in Pennsylvanias industry mix. Silk plants operated with about 699,508 spindles and 278 power looms, while pig iron output reached 5,067,970 gross tons and steel production totaled 1,278,984 gross tons. Employment numbers rise across iron, steel, tin plate, and related sectors with substantial wage figures.

Keystone State Harrisburg Burr of Industrial Statis Penrdeyivan Elis Abdo Mound Merbers Pennsylvania Pennsylainia Bessemer United States Averane Penneyvania

Mutiny on the Panther at League Island Navy Yard

Reported mutiny aboard the cruiser Panther during voyage from San Juan to Philadelphia. Crew rebelled over food, deserters fled, some confined in irons. Navy officials in Washington unnamed. Panther’s officers silent. Captain George C. Reuter led the ship amid unrest as it neared League Island.

Philadelphia Fly Panther League Vice Navy Department Washington Navy Yard

English Train Wreck At Winsford Injures Many

A severe rail accident near Winsford London on July 2 injures many as a freight train overshoots buffers and wrecks a building. A second freight collides with the wreck and a third excursion train collides, tearing down and causing a major railway disaster with over fifty cars wrecked.

London Riliwas Arcident Wanetort Tear Crowe Tin Hestershier Tuat Hofere Alding Tefe

Fireburial of naval wreck site near Concepcion

In Valparaiso Chile on July 2 a naval wreck at Thorn eight miles northwest of Concepcion was buried Friday. Authorities say the loss exceeds 7000 and suspect an arsonist aimed to cover up government alienations by military officials.

Valparioo Chili Manil Thorn Snlee Concepcion Tite

Two New Blast Furnaces Planned for Chicago

July 1 The Artoerlegm reports Illinois authorities awarded a contract for two blast furnaces to be built on Wright street. The project aims to boost steel production and strengthen domestic supply. The furnaces will support national industry and employment in the area.

Chicago Illinois Pauy

Deaths of a Day In New York and Beyond

Obscure notices report deaths including Charles Viet Depti Vex novelist and member of the French Academy dying recently in his eightieth year. A New York entity Daly S-huarles 0 Pup and others connected to Toronto and California are listed among the departed, with scattered biographical references and family notes.

New York Daly S—huarles Pup Oeneul Toronto Harricon Pepe Tate Charles Viet Depti Vex Ant Orbdle Prench Academy Madieon Win Jilly T'niled Renator William Tomight Cablefornia Miss Pord Pittsburg

Dreyfus speaks calmly on voyage to Brancaga interview

Captain Coffinteres de Nordeck of the French cruiser Sfax, escorting Captain Divifue to Branceaga, says Dreyfus showed no ill will or fear amid immense self control during the voyage. He stood firm, walked with purpose, and remained silent on the court martial, hoping for acquittal as his wife reports his improved condition upon arrival.

Parle Coffinteres de Nordeck Sfax Divifue Brance Aga Dreyfus Frst Peart Renuilmnar Rennes Madanne Dreyfus Tie

Homestead Strike Fails to Materialize Despite Tensions

Nitieburg July 2 The anticipated Homestead strike at the Carnegie plant did not fully materialize. Leaders on both sides issued statements as reports said the Amalgamated Association and plant officials noted limited disturbances. Union claims of progress contrast with management reports of normal operations and ongoing negotiations as July holiday approaches.

Nitieburg Carnegie Cowpao Shiffer Amalgamated Assortation of Iron and Storm Workers Leon

Green in Demand Connects to Murder Case Inquiries

Harrisburg reports show Green of Torro Mate Ind charged as a frigolive from Jets from Milwate. He renanted on five charges of binco Fwinching. Washington authorities pursue film linked case involving Walla Walla, Washington, and a suspected murder of a cobman in Benttle. Details remain fragmented.

Harrisburg Tole Nevis Obi Elmet Jtmn Green Torro Mate Ind Milwate Binco Walla Walla Benttle Washington Fat Norrie Inakita

Unidentified man found dead at city intersection

A man of dark complexion about five feet nine inches tall was found near Bisth and Topwst streets. He was transported to the morgue. identity not yet established. An envelope bearing the name J Wool and a ticket from Philadelphia to Willemport were found on his person.

Philadelphia Joly Bisth Topwst Wool General Wareenmer Nicent PhilaWiphin Willemeport

Ride Without Handlebars Captures 34 Miles Across

Milwanukes riders July 2, led by secretary William Plot Whifson of Mercury Ay olla? rode from Rockne back to town on a bicycle without handlebars or a pole, completing 34 miles without a fall. The feat was aided by the Contuey Toad Club of Amerton, under their guidance.

Milwanukes William T Plotwhifson The Mercury Ayolla Rockne Amerton

Fatal Streetcar Collision Kills Two in Pittsburgh

A Monongahela Traction line wreck on a steep grade near Nich Bridge left two dead and ten injured. Victims include A D Option of 4741 Friendship Avenue and WL Kirkland motorman, with multiple seriously hurt passengers. The crash occurred as two loaded cars collided during a return from Kenywood Park, followed by chaotic medical response.

Pittsburg Monongahela Traction Company Avenue D' Opsion Friendship Avenue Ula City TL. Kirkland Hraddawk HW. H. Smith Taller Wile Avenue Pillsburg Annie Lawler Loran Street Fitzeburn Jennie Cosby Columbus Ohio Logen Street al Teppert Spring Garden Avenue Allegheny Vicetuy Street Nich Kennywool Park Orifith Philaelphia Willow Grove Vinton Traction Elf Z. T. Care Evening Bulletin Herbert Grade Willam Alexander Vere Carr University of Penneyylvania Poughkeepale

Weather and Police Reports Prompt Morning News

The morning bulletin highlights weather signals noting rai forecasts, plus reports from the Philippines on Governor Pingtee meeting with Secretary Alver. It notes a fatal streetcar collision in Pennsylvania, burglaries resulting in officer shootings, and local school committee actions. The item blends general weather notes with city, state, and national police and legal notices.

Philippines Pingtee Alver Pennsylvania Atlantic Ofjier League Finsneil and Commercial

Floods in Texas Cause Rail Damage and High Waters

Floods in Texas leave extensive property damage as Brazos River waters recede. Rail bridges along the Brazos valley are washed away and miles of track submerged. The worst is believed past in the area though heavy rains continue and rivers remain high tonight.

Austin Tex Brazos Bravos Valley

Delaware Lackawanna rail collision derails ore train

A derailment on the Delaware Lackawanna and Western road near Ridge Townshitel delays traffic for hours after an ore train failed to couple properly. The locomotive toppled onto its side, the engineer Thive Sooley was cast from the cab but not injured, while the fireman escaped unharmed. Investigators note possible improper securing of ore cars before the collision.

Delaware, Lackawatina Weratera Ridge Trafic Lackawanna Iron Thive Sooley Liis Iyasiy Sivndine

General Madill Buried at Towanda Gettysburg Hero Laid to Rest

Major General Henry J. Madill who died last Thursday was laid to rest in Towanda Pennsylvania on the thirty ninth anniversary of the second day of battle at Gettysburg. He led the 145th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry at Pouch Orchard and his command suffered heavy losses. About one hundred veterans attended his funeral, with Rev. David Craft officiating.

Towanda Cottywabure Henry J. Madill Thuraiay Pennsylvania Volunteers Pouch Orchard Kia Toghnent David Craft Ottielale

CHILD FATALLY BURNED IN DETECTIVE'S HOME

Three year old Dane, son of Detective Wil Fleliford, died after a fire at their residence on North Washington avenue. The blaze started when his clothing caught fire while praying in the house. Straiton Suburban Electric Light Works workers helped extinguish the flames, but the child died from burns and inhalation injuries. Dr. W. E. Allen treated him at the scene and hoped for recovery before mortality.

Dane Wil Fleliford Sea North Washington Avenue Ufford W. EB. Allen

Large Planing Mill Burned in Washington Fire

A major blaze in Washington on July 2 destroyed the large planing mill operated by Jomier eheda end teark, with lumber stock piled along Thomas W. Smith's yard. Fire spread across three or four acres as a strong wind drove flames, endangering dry and seawenin lumber and causing substantial loss.

Washington Thomas W. Smith

George Laycock Injured In Mountain Road Accident

George Laycock of Wilkers Harre sustained a compound fracture of the right leg yesterday while riding toward the city on the Pups boulevard. His mount collided with a fence guarding the curve, throwing him over the barrier and down the mountainside about twenty five feet. He was taken to Bohgla's drag stone and then moved to Moves Taylor hospital.

George Laycock Wilkers Harre Devole Bohgla Millberry Street Putton

Two Conventions Convene With Unopposed Delegates

There is no opposition to BLM Vernon or Hon. Johny Fl ieynolde as delegates to the upstate convention for the ninth and fourth districts. The funding committee will meet at the Recomdilateret in the court house to formally elect delegates, with events set for today in Mirke's bath, Ciantondiale.

Blm Vernon Johny FL Ieynolde Up. Hun Frentine Min.ond Pourth District Court Howe Conker Mirke Bath Ciantondiale

Tragic Mine Accident Records Fatal Fall At Short Mountain

In Likens Pennsylvania on July 2 Albert Williame of Svea was struck by an engine at Short Mountain colliery. He jumped from the locomotive to reset a switch, slipped, and fell onto the track as the engine passed over him, resulting in his death.

Likens Albert Williame Svea Bhy Rilke Short Mountain Trutn

Fragmented OCR headline about a silent theme and hell origin

Unclear OCR text fragment mentions silent theme, hell and regret. lacks concrete people, places, or events to identify a coherent news item for a proper summary.

Elliott Wins the Bird Match at Beda Park

Denver reports Elliott defeats Atein B. Daniele of Denver in the Dupont work cup event at Beda Park yesterday. Elliott of Katinas Cl. wins by a secure 97 to 90 score.

Denver Dupont Work Beda Park J. Aor Elliots Katinas Cl Atein B. Daniele Ellott

Methodist Episcopal Leader Dies in San Francisco Visit

Bwrotoma Nova Scotia scene reports that John Newman of the Methodist Episcopal Church, visiting San Francisco, collapsed and died at his residence here, following a critical illness at his cottage.

Newman

Weather forecast for Monday on eastern seaboard

Washington report indicates increasing clouds and snow possible Tuesday. Continued high temperatures with breezy winds and unsettled conditions across the region.

Washington Mondywy

Pingree Demands Decent Press Treatment For Public Men

Detroit July 2 Governor Pingree denounces fabricated interviews and press bias. He criticizes New York papers for alleged manipulation and predicts a future where newspapers must be fair in their treatment of public figures. He warns that hostile coverage harms the cabinet and GOP prospects.

New York Detroit Mich Pingree Alger United Btates Senatore Bligh MacKintoy Philippines MacKinley Alwase War Department Hazen

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