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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1901

Page

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Board of Pardons Report Sparks New Action in Labor Talks

The Board of Pardons reports pardons and commutations for several convicts connected to labor disturbances while the steel and labor leaders fail to settle at the Hotel Lincoln. Pending decisions could affect the ongoing United States Steel strike and related union actions across mills.

Shaffer Amalgamated Association Lincoln Arma Association of Tron Amelia Sree Sheet American Steel Hoop Compuis United States Steel Werperacion Steel Combine Beeen Toejeek Trinspor Pak

State Board of Health Eyes Hospital for Poor Consumptives

The forty ninth meeting of the State Board of Health at the institution discussed smallpox preventives and urged a liberal appropriation for a hospital for poor consumptives. A $3,000 emergency appropriation for smallpox suppression was rejected. Pennsylvania reported 20 current cases. Py. Kummel T. Duvia of Lowenester was reelected president. Concerns were raised about conditions at the United Brethren camp meeting grounds at Mt. Pth.

Verneersville Detali Lee Pennsylvania Py. Kummel T. Duvia Lowenester United Hrethiren Mt. Pth

Welcomed Heroes Parade Honors Returned Company Veteran Support

A large crowd gathered in the city to greet the 1000 plus unit from the Hurothied regiment as they returned after twenty months in service. The parade included military personnel and aircraft displays with locals recognizing Captain John Ss Woe and others for their service and sacrifices during the campaign at Lagu Hite.

Tevet Chia Poole Felene Altea Company Mitment Mhuiliggine Owhiek WNL Prenton Tye John Ss Val Wiernate Coengy Steele Poland

Harry Mann Dead in Saratoga Funeral Planned

The exclusive wire reports Harry Mann died today in Saratoga. He was educated at Noweivtown College and had a varied career in entertainment and business. He leaves brothers Al and Al Hawman of New York and W.Va, with services scheduled in New York City and interment at Westlawn Cemetery.

Saratoga Ants New York Anite Alideee Kenvel Hayman Enateion Hawman Cyratricul W.va New Noweivtown College Tuebingen

Steamship Arrivals From The Atlantic Ince July Start

Exclusive wire reports ships sailing to and from New York with calls at Liverpool Havre Boulogne and South West Europe. Vessels listed include Norindicie Bremen Che fboure Gil and Taurlo with arrivals in New York for Liverpool and Havre or Boulogne.

New York Tha Norindicie Views Moaterh Tard Marion Vli Piva Keenigin Likke Bremen Ela Chefboure Gil Southwepton Gueentiwn Tmiante Fdverpool Hiiewic Patreg Mienorck Hn Weil Fee Boulogne la Chamjuagne Havre Taurlo York Liverpool

Pension Granted to Widow Daly in Washington

Exehusive Wire reports that a pension has been granted to Ang EB Daly widow Seranten in Washington. The notice notes the award is official and applies to Daly's surviving spouse.

Ween Washington Ang EB. Daly Seranten

Wreck on the Nickel Plate at Springfield Pa

A heavy freight operation pushed three loaded cars onto a bridge at Crooked Creek north of East Springfield Pa, caused the structure to collapse fifty five feet into a ravine. Ten men were killed and ten injured among railroad workers, as the passenger train had just passed. Engineer William Griffith and Conductor Phil A. Moore were among the dead. the wreck scene drew swift hospital aid and a hurried rescue effort.

Springfield Associated Press Connenwil Nickel Plate Bridge Tenether Conneaut William Griffith Warfate Phil A. Moore Buffalo Otor Mit A. Moore Seatoss Workman Cleveland Geog Swaitz Tmi Keck Witt Foreman Oarrant Carl Kanda Werknen Crooked Creek East Springfield Winsone

Dynmite Explosion Kills Two in Denver Area

A dynamite magazine near the Grant smelter exploded in Denver Colorado on July 11. Two Texans were killed and several hurt as fragments were scattered across the prairie. Windows at Union Stock Yards banks were shattered and damage is estimated at 1000 dollars. Extreme heat is blamed for the blast.

Denver Colo Grant Tralians Union Stock Yards

Pythians Face Fund Shortfall and Special Assessments

The Supreme Lodge Kaighta of Petting votes to raise Tearance rates to cover an estimated 8000 deficit in the endowment fund. A special assessment of 50 cents will be levied on each member for the tenure of the endowment risk. Immediate action is contingent on possible foreclosure and further review of prior investments.

Kaighta of Petting

Rector of Georgetown University Appointment

The report notes a change in leadership at Georgetown University with John T. Whitney named rector. Endowed by a donor identified as Mrs Parker Whitney, the appointment marks a three year term.

Georgetown University Associated Prees Washington Vy Roy Jamies Tigheriv John T. Whitney Dhe Fieormelawn University Mome Parker Whitney Youre Acu

Weather Record from Asengated Prien Area

The report notes an unusually hot spell in Loulaville with high temperatures. The weather station recorded a maximum around MA degrees at 2 o'clock, reflecting extreme heat for the period.

Loulaville Caerason

General Wood Improves War Effort Amid Palace Address

General Wood delivers an address at the palace this evening praising his forces and outlining a strengthened development plan. The remarks emphasize improved efficiency and a renewed focus on strategic actions.

General Wood Aidenlinge

The McKinleys Go For Extended Canton Drive

President and Mrs Kinley, aided by Min Mel Kinley and Abnee McKinley, spent the forenoon on an extended drive around Canton. No incidents reported, officials say they enjoyed a quiet outing.

Defense in Shinn case trial ends with vertigo theory

Defense rests on claim that Samuel Shinn killed Thoames Applesite during a stable incident. The defense, led by Applegate’s counsel, argues Applesite was murdered and suggests Applegate died from a vertigo induced kicking by a horse. Johnna of Allentown testifies support for the theory.

Renton N. Ed Samuel Shinn Thoames Applesite Mes Applegate Bhinn Dy. Johnna Allentown N. of

National Educational Association backs national university plan

At Detroit on July 11 the National Educational Association reaffirmed its support for a national university focused on true university work. The meeting featured remarks by D Pressant Joese of the University of Missouri and papers by Prof. George Chinten of New York and Reuben Pest Hallock, plus reports on nominations for president and treasurer.

Detroit Mich T Hose National University National Educational D Pressant Joese University of Missouri N.M. Butler New York Breadschir Iowa College J. M. Keyes Hartford, Conn Tresenrer Dapital Citienti Reuben Pest Hallock Frederick W. Coburn Department of Business Albany

Variants Of The Reading Strike Versus Reading Mills

The Reading strike continues as workers report efforts by the company to reinstate old employees to break the strike. Supervisors and officials expect President Maer’s cable from Europe to influence talks. Strikers claim engineers and boilermakers are blockading progress while freight operations suffer and shop departments remain idle.

Ansrlated Reading Philadelphia Prince Maer Europe Executios Committee Mas Soen Thending Lion Company Smink Lin Fred Hove Henter Cemeiny Lanlied Polletta Weadinge

Portland widow of Confederate president dies in city hospital

A Portland woman, widow of the former president of the Confederacy, died at a local hospital after a brief illness. The deceased, identified as Mrs Sciew defferen Davie, had been in the city for medical treatment following a long period away from public life. Her passing marks the end of a notable connection to southern heritage and era events.

Portland Sciew Defferen

Governor Signs Bills and Vetoes Key Measures

Governor Stone approves the Ford compulsory education bill and signs acts increasing Congress from 30 to 32, adding a member for Philadelphia and Allegheny County, plus local court and bridge provisions. He vetoes a relief bill for indigent soldiers and widows, warning it would create a soldiers pauper list, and disapproves inspectors of scales and measures measures. The action includes appointments and tax provisions, with notes on militia history and state commissions.

Asociated Harrishire Stone Tuing Philadelphia Allegheny County Tancaster Lacka Rene of Mennaytania Pantimrobio Ini Vili Nedwin Buh Stone Mallers Sunundor Scutes Clare Movar Nonolin Crantineg Lydia Willig A. Whitley Ponnsylvania

Weather and local notes mix in scattered early 20th record

Partly cloudy conditions forecast with scattered notices. A railroad wreck in Spelmafield, Pennsylvania results in two fatalities and two survivors. Governor Maeson is mentioned alongside Carbondale department actions and dividend of contracts. Northeastern Pennsylvania officials and labor matters appear in brief items.

Hickory Ridge Strike Impacts Local Colliery Workforce

Shamokin area coal mine Hickory Thidge colliery, operated by Union Coal, faced a sudden strike by about 100 workers after a committee accused of the Mine Workers of standing at the slope head and inspecting miners cards to verify union membership.

Shamokin Paduly U Hickory Thidge Union Coal Comming Alted

York Strikers Sentenced in Moulders Strike Contempt Case

Judge Stewart held Geo W Test, John P Frey, and Howard Wilber in contempt for violating a court injunction during the York Manufacturing moulders strike. Test and Frey received fines of 2100 and imprisonment for 20 days. Wilber paid 25 and was released.

York Stewart Geo. W.test Iron Moulders Union of North America John P. Prev Worcester Mass Howard Wilber York Manufacturig Test Frey Wilmer Steward Walls

Columbia Wins Race in Close Finish

Exclusive wire from Newport reports Columbia defeated the Constitution by four minutes thirty seven seconds after correcting times while the Independence finished two minutes fifteen seconds behind. Strong breeze favored the top yachts as the Treleg"/>

Newport Columbia Widay Constitution Independence Fioston Herreshoff Niles Miehiv Narragancett

Suffrage Debate At Convention Sparks Limited Agreement

Fragmentary notes describe a Virginia suffrage conference amid confusion over a plan that Iowa opposed. The draft provision would extend voting rights but faced unclear language and minimal debate, with officials signaling possible later discussion.

Morocco Men Elect Officers

At the annual meeting of the National Association of Motedin Manufacturers officers were elected. President Henry T. Mitchell of Wilmington is named. Vice President Frank Thomas of Wilmington Del and other officers including Crasueve GM McNealy of Philadelphia were chosen. The convention was held in Wilmington.

Associated Press Atlantie Ice Jaf Henry T. Mitchell File Dolphiny Vine Ueaident Prank Thomas Wytemington del Wienetant Binal Phitedelphia Crasueve McNealy Philadelphia Wilmington

Respite for White's Murderers

A garbled dispatch reports a delay or reprieve related to the case of White’s murderers. The text mentions Philadelphia and Pittsburgh figures and refers to a legal or political process affecting those convicted, with unclear outcomes and dates.

Pennsylvania's New York Agent

Exclusive wire reports George to serve as general agent of the Pennsylvania Railroad company in New York. A. Geer, long general superintendent of the Union Line in New York, is transferred to a new post after years of service.

Pennsylvania New York Associated Proms Philadelphia George Pennant Vania Railroad Company At Verk Whee A. Geer Brilillee

Nine Teen Dead in Wreck of Epworth League Trip

A revised list shows nineteen dead and twenty injured from the Chicago and Allen wreck near Kansas City. Epworth League excursionists were aboard the tourist car bound for San Francisco. many injured have returned home while several remain hospitalized.

Chicago and Alton Moat Epworth League San Francisco Kansan City Daly Chicago and Allen Kansare City Mars Acres Mira Holda Teassip Chenona Rad Denieey Hrotheetieven Soran N.Y MAING HOSS Kenilanl Miss Lull Kentland Wilmington Tony Eterna Epworth San Prameiaen MIDS Weel Twit, Ha Wi Wits Rhoda Curtis, Amet i, Bimpeon Ran Susey

Pace of the Races Sets Track Record in Bygone Meet

An unnamed driver aboard Custinnl set a new track record this afternoon in a racing meet held in By Exclusive Tittlewilk, Pa. The event featured numerous competitors including Neeley, Wey, and Raymond with multiple horses listed in pacing competition and fines noted for last year’s infractions.

Tittlewilk de Reenter Smith Phan, OL Neeley Phuaro Breccmil Elas Pune Rae M. Won Raya Avia Decowd Castanet Uhre Tite Diy Enty

Shooting of Price Detailed in Court Trial

Exclusive wire reports the murder case of George Prine in a New York courtroom. Witnesses described a tense scene as Prine faced allegations tied to a deadly fence line dispute and a subsequent shooting. The defense argued the shooter acted in self defense, while prosecutors pursued intent and motive.

Philadelphia Water Loan Proposal Vindicated by City Officials

City officials propose a water loan measure raising the rate to support supply costs. Officials say the plan keeps bills affordable while funding needed infrastructure upgrades. The finance plan aims to stabilize the water system with a modest rate increase and timely repayments.

Weather report fragment from yesterday in unclear text

The readable parts mention yesterday's weather data with hints of temperatures and precipitation though most values are garbled. No clear figures or locations are extractable from the OCR text.

Weather forecast for Washington July 1 detailed in local issue

Partially legible weather note for Washington dated July 1 shows scattered clouds and morning conditions. Forecast hints at mild temperatures with possible rain later, but the entry is fragmented and lacks complete measurements or timings.

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