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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1899

Page

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Extension of War Tax Changes Probable in Treasury Report

Washington July 1 The Internal Revenue Bureau may recommend changes to the war revenue tax including a license for money exchange by express and telegraph firms and for patent related items. Officials anticipate a tax on the privilege of money exchange and possible shifts affecting mutual insurance and insurance affiliates.

Express Internal Revenue Bureau Washington Internal Revenue Mutual Iisnes Companiet Bisuranes Gurniuer & Striethy Jocal Dustress Canada United Sttea

Pension Inquiry at White House Army of the Republic

The pension committee of the Army of the Republic concluded a day of meetings with Senior Commander Johnson Commissioner Evans and the Noyes church corps. They met President McKinley and planned a report for the September Philadelphia campaign, addressing a memo with about thirty cases under review.

Washington Pension Committee Crna Johnson Penssuig Evans Hhe White House Mokintey Philadelphia Trind Army of the Republic Tt Wat Burvan Wiley

Hastings confession grips Randolph county sleuths

The record describes Abs William Hastings in Randolph County who claims to have killed his mother-in-law during an orange cultivation dispute. Hastings states she persuaded him to flee, and authorities fear a fatal incident may have occurred.

Fort Gulns William Hastings Randolph County Hastings

Mc Laurin Seeks Lead in State Primaries

A fragmented note reports Governor Mc Laurin aiming for a stronger position in state primaries. It notes two votes cast so far and a tally of ninety needed to secure the election.

Daceon Mire McLaurin How

Powerful Combination Unites American and British China Deals

A New York July 1 report says an American Chinese British alliance of capitalists has formed to pool efforts in the American Ching Development Company. Key concessions include a 750 mile Canton to Hankow railroad and coal mining rights. A British line from Canton to Kowloon is also involved. Washington was asked to back a similar stance, an unprecedented move.

New York the Tribune Mio FW. Whiteridge Calvin S. Brice American Ching Development Company Thiet China Americine Ching Development Company Canton Hrankow Lowe Kowloon Frvo Dn Fhinghal Pekin Whiteridge Lord Salisbury Washington United States

Alleged Robbers in the Toils at Reading Railroad

Eight men formerly employed in the freight department of the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad are in custody charged with stealing goods worth thousands from railroad cars. Named are Henry Kauffman Robert Kowabaeh John H W Hoyts Joby W Fisher W BR Gallagher Mraden W Chapman Edwin L Wilde and Abner Jaumisen. Investigators say the thefts spanned over a year with cigars whiskey and fine fabrics taken from Reading trains. A night scheme involved tampering with cars during runs to siphon merchandise before the car was resealed.

Pthilindelphia Forrmerly Philadelphia and Reading Railroad Company Henry Kauffman Robert Kowabaeh John H W. Hoyts Joby W. Fisher W. BR. Gallagher Mraden W. Chapman Edwin LL Wilde Abner Jaumisen Wikity Jaron Fisher Wer Stesetind Mornig J Schfman Reading JA. Bristley Reading Company Betner Dieverishte

Notable theologians address moral forces in education

Detroit midthread coverage notes venerable theologian Wilber Moret among a group of elder Colorado ministers who argued on paper about Love and Law. The piece highlights a national audience of educators discussing moral education in universities and the impact of antagonistic forces.

Detroit

Tramps Die in Missouri Wreck Near Chenmub

An early accident report from near Chenmub Missouri states three tramps were killed with ten others injured after a wreck linked to a Chicago wind. Perry Curtiv of Atlanta Georgia is identified among the crowd as the sole survivor found near the wreckage.

Kansas City Chicago

Senator Arthur I Gorman Improves After Illness

United States Senator Arthur I Gorman of Magnolia Maes shows improvement after illness attributed to changes in surroundings. Reports note he was somewhat indisposed but better today and his condition remains watched.

Magnolia Maes United States Arthur I Gorman

Uncertain Naval Record With Fragmentary Names

Fragmentary OCR text mentions a gun captain on the monitor Amphitrite and a date in July with unclear names such as New Pedfard Max and Ernest Ilupert Bhorwin. Details are garbled, leaving an opaque note about a crew role and a filled event.

Germany Exports Subsequent Trade Figures Edit

Berlin reports exports to the United Kingdom for the quarter ending June show 21,000,000 marks versus 40 million in the prior period. The July II figures indicate adjusted trade totals amid shifting postwar controls in 191? context.

Germany Berlin Clermany

Deaths of a Day in Trenton and Wilmington

Daniel W. Vanutta longtime supervisor at New Grey State Hospital for the Insane died of Bright's disease. He had served thirty years at the institution and left no known relatives. In Wilmington a man died suddenly from a paralytic attack at his farm, aged years, and was the father of United Biites Bewater Kenney of Trenton.

Wilmington United Biites Bewater Kenney Trenton Daniel W. Vanutta New Greey State Hospital Bright Tig

Taylor Nominated by Republicans in Kentucky

General Taylor received the Republican nomination for governor at a Kentucky convention with John Marshall named lieutenant governor and Caleb Powers for secretary of state. The platform denounces election laws and pledges support for civil service reform and the McKinley administration while courting black voters.

McKinley Goebel Lexington General Taylor John Marehall Louieville Caleb Powers Knox County B. J. Jone Ifton J. Pratt Taylor Stirfiog Speathes Tomy Republican Party of Kentucky Republican Party Meitthey Anil Ciba United Bturches Civil Service Miltery Teller John W. Throckmearpon Favetu Tesfigien Tayler Ter Royeroar Thie City Leuwisville

International League council acts on strike amid misread protests

In Buffalo in November a council meeting addressed a tense labor issue. A resolution passed granting authority to manage or enforce a strike while outlining the disputed demands. The measure was directed toward the Buffalo labor body and referenced the broader league context and local leadership.

Buffalo Eton O Iiternathomal Belore Ander Bey Atros Buffalo Frelott Lisnadligs

Drowned Youth in shallow Carilale Creek

A young man named Richard Parker Wyveurs, son of Mrs. Mire Parker, drowned at Gugean's dam in Peres County while with the Carlie Young Men's Cherbsthin association. A stamping party from Carlie Young Men's group joined the outing and attempted rescue as he fell into the creek water about four feet deep.

Carilale Richarad Parker Mire Parker Mt Gugean Peres County Toniy Carlie

Milengo Man Pleads Guilty in Bank Fraud Case

George Schoey of Milengo admitted stealing 10 000 from the Metropolitan National Bank teller desk. He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to state prison for a term of not less than two and a half years.

Toston Eph Paanbel George Schoey Milengo Metropolitan National Bank Golinary

United American Glue Company Formation

New York reports the creation of the United American Glue Company with capital of 50000 dollars. The firm plans to invade Canada and expand into the United States to secure a monopoly in the glue trade.

New York United American Glue Company Wix Canada Wndiiver Litied America

Case of Malineux case in New York

Case of Holand W. Malineusx ties to the tmatsler of Mr Cuthering. Adium, way prey ventiel forias to the peril Juicy of New York county. The prutiodjage were se cret and will be continued Ltamorprow.

New York Holand W. Malineusx Cuthering New York County

Railroad firm orders fifteen ten wheeled locomotive engines

Cleveland July 11 The Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railroad company has placed an order with Mrowke Locomotive Works for fifteen ten wheel locomotives to be delivered as soon as possible.

Cleveland, O Lake Share and Michigan Southern Railroad Company Mrowke Locomotive Worke

State Board of Health Holds 23rd Annual Meeting at Glenolden

The twenty third annual meeting of the State Department of Health convened at Glenolden Delaware County with many health officers attending. Dr John Fulton of Johnstown was elected president following Dr Gro whose term ends. A plan to seek 2000 for smallpox relief was discussed and 25000 was credited, with 2000 to be used immediately.

Philadelphia Demn Glen Olden Delaware County Eelon Delaware River John Fulton Johnstown Benjamin Lee Fulton Wie Gro Port Hieo Lancaster County Lee Trenemeer

Aguinaldo plot blamed for Manila massacre fears

Bishop J. M. Hepburn, longtime missionary in India, states Filipino leaders intended a general massacre in Manila during the war. He cites two Filipino servants who warned their American employer, and reports five thousand new victims found on streets. American discipline prevented the massacre.

Cinchimtl J. Msm. Hepburn Methodist Episcopal Church India Wardin Manila Aguinalide Manilia

Galliner Muddle and Charges Across the Board

Concord, N E July 1 The service commission investigation into charges against United States sea boy Chay et Teeiye ptene poole seat elements to offs Holders ended today with Concord examining. United States Senator Chandler declares he will prefer charges against Commissioner Marks Krewer on account of General Mike Anduer to the commission in the interest of Senator Chandler.

Concord N. FE Eh Fervice Commission Investicntion Brate the Charers United Stipes Seaboy Chay Teeiye Ptene Poole United Stater Chindlier Tye VI Nevinest Marks Krewer Mike Anduer The Henrine Sonmitor Chullinger

Rent Charge Bill Passes in All Night Commons Session

The Rent Charge Bill advances after an extended Commons debate of July 1 into July 4. The government steered clauses through committee despite near midnight opposition, delivering passage after a lengthy legislative night in London.

House of Commons London Ontos Dune Ponajerity Pipadi Li Liteon

Vale team makes strong showing at Preeten park

A battered but clear report notes Veichian Ene and the dais W-The Vale team performing well during practice days at Preeten park. The text mentions health and effort with reference to watch duties and Queen's cloth, and to Ubiiat Creek.

Veichian Ene Dais Vale Tlurvards Viesbio Ubiiat Creek

Proclamation of Rebellion Fail In City Proximity

Report claims a revolt attempt against President Cabrerk faced strong opposition and was thwarted. Authorities announce the uprising was unsuccessful and stability returns to the capital region. Local sources identify no lasting casualties or arrests described in the note.

Praneteen Aly i Ciyotenmals Cabrerk

Unclear text cannot determine a proper headline

The provided text is heavily garbled and unreadable, lacking coherent names, dates, places, or events to summarize into a valid newspaper card. No verifiable facts are extractable for T or S.

Unclear fragment from Lorain harbor report

A garbled OCR fragment mentions Lorain Ohio a tugboat and a found object or vessel near a street location with unclear details. Names and specifics are not readable.

Queen Donates 2 000 000 Pesetas in Madrid

The cabinet after a brief discussion accepted an offer to adorn the throne with two million pesetas, raising funds during July in Madrid. The decision followed negotiations involving the palace and royal finances.

Madrid Polley

Appointment of Sigendel A Price to Volunteers Regiment

Sigendel A. Price, formerly major of the Sixth Pennsylvania volunteers, was today appointed by the president as a captain in one of the new volunteer regiments.

Whashropton Sigendel A. Price Penneylvania Viluiteer Infamtry

Electrical storm at Stroudsburg causes deaths and injuries

A Stroudsburg electrical storm struck eastern Monroe County causing extensive crop damage and fatalities. Paul Play and two horses died when lightning hit a wagon by a walnut tree. Penjamin May and Clayton Play were injured. Mrs. Bruzeman suffered near strokes. two bolts struck Gear Brutzman’s house as heavy rain washed crops and woods.

Monroe County George Buntzman Benjamin Play, Jr Paul Clayton Ios Paul Play Penjimin May Chiyton Gear Brotzman

General Americans Drive Filipino Rebels From Laguna de Bay

Armed action reported as American forces push rebels from Laguna de Bay area in early operations. War tax extension discussed while rail freight theft arrests surface amid broad wartime updates. Local notes include Montrose postoffice issues and community briefs.

Laguna de Bay Patel Bliruidebure

Governor appoints Pennsylvania commissioners to Paris exposition

Governor Stone announced a list of commissioners to represent Pennsylvania at the Paris Exposition. Appointments are without compensation from the commonwealth and cover numerous Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and other city delegates.

Stone Pennsylvania Hurrichore Ashbridge Philadelphia Henry Pittsburg Emil Winter Putte Bute Joel Iverson William OF. Harritg Thomas J. Iseenon Jn. Pitsburg Theorge Bb Nellie Gives Agnes AL Boundrette Atestheusy Eleanor BE Wiener

Thirty-First Tennestrania State Vertil Society Session

The final session of the thirty first annual convention of the Tennestrania State vertal society was held this afternoon. Dr Charles C Matria of Baltimore presented a recital on “Resitive teat Welds aed aed Waste” denouncing unsafe preparations. Members appointed to rem IMintion included H M Beek of Wilkow and W O Van hessel of Sharon. The censor board recommended election of Burgeane Perici of Philadelphia and others as honey members. A demonstration on dep kink mverhouts of making celaly iy lay fines followed.

Reading Tennestrania State Vertal Society de. Charlee C. Matria Baltimore Iremor War Siunted H. M. Beek Wilkow Tarre W. OE van ©Hessel Sharon Board of Censor Burgeane Perici Miledelphia AL Beseloom Phiatdohha Tie NS. Dowel Die Eaden Chet. Ty Honey

Seed distribution planned for Texas flood sufferers

Representative Thinley from Texas urges Interpol and the agricultural department to distribute seed to Braxoe valley flood victims. Seed will be sent to post offices for distribution by postmasters as devastation area is extensive. Hawley notes the war department has provided tents and rations to aid relief efforts.

Washington Thinley Texas Agricultural Department Braxoe Valley Hawley War Department

Unclear fragment reports death of Duke George in hill country

Fragment describes an accident near Abbuse Tums leading to the death of Duke George Parsied away due to illness. A mishap while wheeling over hilly terrain caused loss of blood and led to his death at the scene.

Krevte Rueela Hezerwich George

Pennsylvanian Pensions Report

A short dispatch from Washington lists pension actions dated June 2 and July 1. Names include Jaime Inque Opie Lavertons Tahini Taumerni Lew Hartrantt and widow Elisabeth Gravis Beran lon Bs. The fragmentary item notes official processing and beneficiary designations by the pension office.

Washington Jaime Inque Pepnevlvinki Opien Thiip Lavertons Tahini Taumerni I Lew W. Hartrantt Weet Humpton JH. Orsaial Hileabeth Gravis Beran Lon

Appointment of Overseers for Norristown Asylum

Governor Blane appointed Theme Bradley of Pull Adolphn and Josh Thomas of Quaker Town as trustees of the Norristown State Insane asylum. The appointments were announced July 1 and assign oversight responsibilities to the named individuals.

Proceedings of the Los Angeles Convention of Little Interest

The National Educational Association meeting in Los Angeles featured technical sessions with papers on religious influence in child formation moral character development and ethics, classroom employment of teachers, and science education. Election results named O. T. Coron president and Lyte as first vice president.

Los Angeles Convention Los Angeles Cal Tiurle Rew G Montgomery Cathie Wishop Philistelphin Nurryal O G. As Luckey University of Nebraska BR. B Welcher Ban Proncisca Tesslin Honed of Education Thacoma Schoal Lunas Scienice Albans Setelle Scienur Natural Scienee W. OW. Havtings Universality of Nebraska Lineal Onnin O. T. Coron Columbus Othe Waterielay Nive Hon Educational Association Tlram Lyte Pennsylvania Vicwm Peirce Omaha

Court upholds ban on third party marriage brokers

Judge Shigund of the appellate court declares new marriages without third party brokers illegal under law and public policy. The case centers on a dispute involving a betrothal and a reassertion of rights to recover a promised fee amid a failed marriage arrangement.

Chicago Broweh Shigund IWL Heyen Judement of Sie Veriov Court Fuehes Dade Ile Traker

Potter identified in Middletown Post Office robbery case

The article reports that Porter was positively identified in a Maryland court as one of three suspects connected to the Middletown Post Office robbery. Frederik Seeman, Amond Movers and another employee were bound and allegedly forced to aid the robbery. Porter faced a $2000 bail and awaited next court steps in the general session.

Winliden Atlarx Fly Pottaville Pan Batarlain Oobis Carty Eine Awole Seeman Frederik Peotone Amond Morter Middletown

Atlantic City Horse Show Opens With Fourteen Classes

The Atlantic City horse show opened at Inlet Park with favorable crowds as 14 classes were judged yesterday. About 300 horses from New York and nearby cities competed in harness horses driving, ponies, water wagons, and hunters. New York entries arrived yesterday afternoon and other area horses were on site earlier.

New York Atlantic City Paris Ruletimore Philadelphia

Untidy OCR Report On A Local Fire Result

The text reports a fire incident in New York with damaged names and unclear details. It mentions Willman J. Willites of Meninty and a difficult to estimate loss, but the specifics are unreadable.

Brush With the Rebels in Luzon Reported Losses

A Manila dispatch details a clash near Lake Liguena Bay where 900 insurgents fortified near a ford. U.S. troops shelled them, suffering several wounded and fatalities. News notes volunteers’ fatigue amid three months of harsh weather, with heavy casualties in Nebraska Kansas Montana and other regiments, and cites Brig. Gen. Summers aiming for peace by the end of the dry season.

United States Aguinaldo Summers Manila Lake Liguna da Bay Fourth Cavalry Winder McGraw Larson Fen Josie le Thirivetive San Franelisco Adviers Newport Liem Nebraska San Pernandino Parks South Dakota Yostevilas Montana and Kansas San Pernanding Washington Alorong Lauran Noeliensia

Gold Mines in Paris Exhibit Dazzles at 1900 Exposition

The Klondike exhibit promises a dazzling display with bootie and varied minerals. It features primitive art modeled statues, beds of rock veining with dark ferruginous tones, and crystal likenesses of northern flora and fauna.

Klondike Mont Poxiern Placera

British Ship Wrecked Near York Time

A British ship named Aetna was wrecked off York Time in July. Fifteen crew members are believed missing or dead, and only a portion of the crew survived. The vessel sailed from Fremantle via Perth and is linked to Captain Jones. Rescue efforts and further details are awaited.

York Belianid Enew Severt Cape Tate Cine Cy Piely Jones Fremantle Perth

New York Arrival Noted in Fragmented Report

A damaged OCR snippet notes arrivals from New York including names and places but the text is garbled. It mentions measures like livens and football fees and lists several unclear individuals and destinations, with no coherent event or dates.

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