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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1899

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Landslide and Train Wreck Near Port Jervis

A landslide loosened a bank section that fell onto eastbound tracks and wrecked a freight train, triggering the Chicago Express wreck. Passengers were thrown down an embankment, with several killed or injured. a relief train and doctors aided the survivors amid a chaotic scene with theft reports and widespread damage.

Erle Road Chircago Expia Becker Macover Blankein Worl Wak Port Jervis Ind de Cuddelack Ewartout Johann Marnard Bhay G. EK. Bets Cleveend Bele

Wreck near Trackawaxen injures many on two trains

Erie Railroad reports a freight wreck east of Lauckawaxen then a passenger train collision injuring eleven passengers and killing the engineer and fireman. Passengers and crew sustained various injuries while valuables were taken from some travelers during the chaos.

New York Erie Rat Round Company Jersey City Iit Trackawaxen Lauckawaxen Paskeneer Odlork Huttile Meveland Delirius Freman Trin Fremon Firedont Elielitiy Wyort

A Wreck Out West

A Union Pacific passenger train collided with No 4 Overland eastbound about a mile west of Walcott. Fireman Victor Keonold and Engineer Joan Mack survived while Walter Marsh of No 4a died shortly after rescue. Both engines were wrecked and a wreck train is at Walcott station near Fort Steele.

Heyovne Wee Inion Pacific Joan Mack Victor Keonold Overland Perenger Walcott Kingshrop Mick Walter Marsh Tarvaile Wos Taco Mall Care Mall Corner Wilcott Fort Steele

Industrial Price Shifts Prompt Widespread Increases

Reports from Pittaborg Minneapolis Chattanooga and Reading note significant price and wage rises across industries. Amellonin Glass raises glass prices by 3 percent effective August 1, timber and lumber gains cited, mill crew scale up by 5 percent August 1, and Carpenters Steel Works win a War Department contract for shell components, with work extending nearly two years.

Pittaborg Amellonin Glass Minneapolis Lamber Chattanooga Tenn Mul Creek Jellicoe Reading Carpenter Steel Works War Department Cpm

Captain Wy Geeableh Takes New Naval Command

A report notes Captain Wy Geeableh being detached from the Newark command to take charge of the battleship Town on September 1. The dispatch outlines plans to form a nucleus for a sizable fleet in the Pacific as part of a broader naval maneuver program.

Worhington

Parle Grain Exports Topped Record in Coastal Run

A garbled report notes an export event involving grain and a vehicle, mentioning shore access and distant millet. It records an unprecedented time and a seven foot footnote style line, but the readable facts are unclear about dates, places, or involved organizations.

Military deaths reported from artillery action in Bendago and Milbankes

General Hrooke reports the death of Acting Assistant Surveyor John W. Thimilten at Ont bomt in Milbankes from uraemu.rod Timmons, a civilian, also dies at Bendago on the same day of payment.

Washington Hrooke War Department Miltankes John W. Thimilten Uraemu Rod Timmons Bendago Piementi

Washington Welcomes Alger Return and Handover

Secretary Alger and Afr. Alger arrive in Washington this afternoon to formally relinquish the Roe de jure treaty and hand over duties to Mr. Kil Root who will take office tomorrow.

Washington Alger Afr Kili Root

Maximo Gomez Urged to Lead Dominican Revolt in Jamaica Dispatch

A Jamaica dispatch claims friends of Maximo Gomez press him to lead a Santo Domingo insurrection. Reports say a delegation will travel to Gomez in Havana while Puerto Plata and surrounding towns brace for further action as authorities seek stability after President Heureaux's death. The plan reportedly contemplates Gomez as acceptable to all parties, with Cuba consultation and militia mobilization noted in the overloaded cables.

Jamaica Heureaux Gomez Havana Puerto Plata Kingston Calle Diapiteh Cane Hayden Santo Domingo Meureaux San Cage Santiago Porto Platia Opia Plata SUI Qigree Maxime Comex Cuba Heurmax Caceres Manuel Caceres Horwcio Vasquez Domings Pichard Contey Moca Hernix Fiithoe Heners Pepin la Veg Rea Mont ‘N Puerto Pinta Moen

Seething Sunday in Paris Over Dreyfus Affair

The Matin reports no case against Colonel Da Pee De Cam and notes later confirmation. A Rennes telegram says a clash occurred between Dreyfus supporters and nationalists in Rennes, foiled by police. A patriotic meeting in Mende ended in a melee requiring gendarmes and infantry to disperse the crowd.

Paris Matin da Pee de Cam Menard di Paty de Clun CORO Flech Maitre Demings Maitre Laberk Osapetadin Dreyfus M. Queanov Renanreapaire Criminal Chamber Court of Eduscation Dreyfus Fran Rennes Capryme House of Maltre Paul Deroilede Tongue of Patriots M. Marvels Haber Chamber of Deputies M. Millevere

Young man shoots stepfather in Greensburg incident

In Greensburg a teen named Randolph, 18, shot his stepfather Wesley Hookover during a conflict over food. He then reportedly pointed the revolver at himself in a failed attempt to kill himself. Hookover’s condition is described as alarming.

Greensburg William Trandolph Borkebure Wealey Hookover Jett Rene Yeearhiy Randalph Ue Tmayne de Timate Eranny Bockover

Formation of a Ching Jaymnerralli Rumor Rumored

Pekin reports that rumors of a Ching Jaymnerralli formation circulate while envoys to Tokio are described as seeking to promote friendly relations between the powers.

Tokio

Reform figure Nae recover after near fatal poisoning

In New York on July, Nae the well known reformer survived a poisoning attack. He was found to have contracted a venomous poison from a snake he used and was violently attacked but is now recovering.

New York

Duel at Saint Germain Involves Klein and Mancorelli

A saber duel occurred yesterday at the Chasseur siding near Saint Germain between Marcel Klein and Marshal Mancorelli. Klein was wounded with a blade but is reported to be alive and in stable condition.

Paris Chasseur Pohnd Saint Germain Marchet Klein Marshal Mancorelli Klein Wile Bettheul

Local Lightning Fatalities Near Cottage Grove

In Nashville Tennessee Taly M it and his wife were killed by lightning at their home near Cottage Grove in Heavy County. Both suffered clothing burnt and were found deceased.

Nashville Tenn Coonell Connypile Cottage Grove

Capetown Sees Unity Sermon In Imperial Parliament

In Capetown July observers report the imperial parliament’s unity as a deliberate push for an effective settlement of the crisis. Leaders hail the consensus as a path toward stability and renewed governance in the colony.

Capetown

Memorial event marks Bismarck death anniversary

Berlin hosts a ceremonial gathering marking the death anniversary of Prince Bismarck. Officials and attendees commemorate the historic figure and reflect on his impact on German unification and national history.

Berlin Jay Alimuet Odin Pritico Bismarck

General Miles Seeks Prompt War Department Clarification

Washington July Post reports General Miles plans to ask Secretary Root for a speedy decision on the relations between the army commander and the war secretary. Miles argues the general staff has had limited role in army affairs since the Porto Rico campaign and hopes the new secretary will change the situation.

Washington Aave Ceneral Miles Root War Department Porto Rico Gener! Milew

Yellow Fever Reported at Newport News Hampton Roads

Newport News Virginia reports thirty one cases of suspected yellow fever at the Soldiers Home with three deaths. Quarantine imposed on Newport News and Hampton. no street carts allowed on the reservation. Government authorities verify fever and warn of imminent spread among locals and visitors.

Newport News Thome Tear Hampton Hamelwon Ga Pollut Hobson Wille Old Point Hampton

War Reporter Wounded in Action Recovers Slowly

New York July report states war correspondent Edward Marshall was wounded in the leg and shoulder while aiding others. He endured surgery and long treatment after being evacuated, with weeks of recovery and care described as slow but steady progress.

New York Kedward Marshall Meershiad Paria

Manilla Transport Delays Hinder Volunteer Return

Washington reports ongoing difficulties in moving troops and equipment from Mania to Manila. Quartersmaster Pope orders all hulks loaded with necessary gear to await transfer by new machinery, aiming to speed coal transport and reduce delays for volunteer troops.

Washington Mania Celav Menila Amaratis Vehled Pope

Balloon crosses channel from London to Dieppe

Aeronaut Percivon Speer and companion Pollwek launched from the Crystal Palace at twenty o clock yesterday afternoon and landed in Dieppe, France, last evening after reaching 12 000 feet altitude. The voyage was without incident.

London Percivon Speer Pollwek Dieppe France

Explosion Under Fifth Avenue Elevated Railage Injures Person

A blast occurred on the morning of July 1 beneath the Fifth Avenue elevated line pillar near Theis sixth avenue, causing injuries. Police and Brooklyns Raphe Thanet company investigate the motive and identify suspects in the alleged attempt to extort the Inprivonment project.

New Y York Hisheen Fifth Avenue Theis Sixth Atest Brogkinn Hrooklyn Raph Thanet Company Tilie

Local sports derby profiles and gear talks headline

Fragmentary notes describe a local derby context with mentions of Joe Sima and Pri Leeds. The text references stakes, gear, and a saved plan but details are unclear.

Joe Sima

Atkin Designated by Director for Tonaliliu Star Event

Fragmentary notice states Alataw T. Atkin son is named for a role on the Tonaliliu Star by Venti Director Meer in a Powall ceremony. The document is incomplete but indicates official designation and involvement.

Weshington T. Atkinson Venti Direttor Meer

Mayor Jones Declares Independent Candidacy for Governor

Local official Jayes announces run as independent for governor amid political shifts in Ohio. He emphasizes self reliance and vows to challenge party candidates.

Jones Willin Vtolodu Jwiv Sie Jayes Yeetor Jay Mia Ayon Dether Podeble Ohio Annameint Movernar

Wall Collapse Fatally Harms Three at Comdomine Worksite

A wall collapse at the WH of Comdomine in Momnea on July 1 fatally injured three workers. Investigators survey the scene as rescue services respond and the cause is being examined.

Momnea Chewen We- Houety

Fire at Tupper Lake Destroys Hotel and Attic Building

A blaze at Tupper Lake in the Adirondacks destroyed a hotel and an attic building. The fire department battled the flames as the structure suffered extensive damage. No injuries are reported.

Tupper Lake Viiew N.Y Adironsacks

Big Plans for the Trust Conference in Chicago

Prominent national figures invited as Chicago hosts a September conference to tackle combinations and trusts. Ralph M. Failey reports progress with invitations sent to governors, labor leaders, and several committee members from national and state bodies.

United States Chicago Ralph M. Faeley Civic Federation of Todev Washington Voansul Ar- Tanegomenis Inference Commerce Commission Mylted Statee Industrial Commission Mombere Hte Lloen Protevthye Tari Tague New York Hosten Aloes Ponghees Wil Na Homi Inbor Samuel Champers Davi W. Hoye Pood, Meruyes James MrcConnel Samuel B Donnelly Poh. Morrisazeys Henry White

Treated by Dewey with Quiet Scorn in Allied War Warnings

Fragmentary text appears to reference Dewey, Germany, Trieste, and warnings about future conflict. Mentions Admiral, press policy, and a quote about the next war with Germans, with unclear accompanying names and roles.

Dewey

MATCH RACE A QUEER ONE

New York July 10 the one mile match race between Arthur Almimoer man and Fuldie ald at Vailsburg NJ for a purse of 1000 with a percentage of the gate. It was a close exhibition with Bald taking the lead late and finishing four yards ahead in 4 minutes 1 second as Zimmerman faltered.

New York Arthur A. Almimoerman Fuldie Vailsburg Bald Pires Bene Fididie Zimme Kent Zimmerman

Planes and Pines in the News Morning Brief

Local and national items span weather, accidents, politics, sports and business. Reports note a general patrol accident on ice near Lackawaxen, peace conference reviews, and regional baseball results amid broader market and industrial notices.

Patal Lackawaxen Konto Domingo Winte Gamex the Trust

Luetgert Declares Wife Died After Sausage Factory Quarrel

Statement from prison reveals Luetgert urged wife to return to the factory office on May 1. she refused and was struck on the side. The blow left her unconscious and she died. Luetgert allegedly disposed of the body at the sausage factory. State Attorney Dineen investigated vault statements from a fellow prisoner.

Mhivage Adelph Tao Jeler Dineen Criminal Court Luetgert Wiel

Fragmentary OCR Note on Tragic Event and Jealousy

A damaged OCR note mentions a tragic incident with heat and fire and a shooting in a location, with references to jealousy and personal tragedy. Details are unclear due to garbled text and missing names or places.

Death of Albert Menter from typhoid fever reported

Albert Menter dies from typhoid fever. He is brother of Sherry Meegler, the chaparral neighborhood resident.

Paris Duis Albert Menter

Transport Valencia Arrives with Reinforcements

The United States transport Vilendian, sailing from Ban Mranch on June 6, has arrived here with reinforcement for the American expeditionary forces in the Philippines.

Meaotia United States Vilendian Ban Mranch Oo Pilippines

Boat Capsize Drowns Two Men on Benen River

In a boat accident on the Benen river, Syricumn and daly four through the capele ing of a row boat led to the drowning of Jaco Plackelund and Alfred Moler, both of the city.

Syricumn Daly Capeleing Benen Toek Jaco Plackelund Alfred Moler

Government for the Samoans proposed native government plan

A report outlines replacing the kingship with a native government in Samoa. It calls for abolition of the monarchy, creation of districts under chiefs, and a central council to oversee administration with colonial powers guiding while ensuring legitimacy through elections and governance.

Reception to Dewey at White House

President McKinley plans a reception for Commodore Dewey at the White House upon his arrival in Washington. The event may shift to a state dinner, with the admiral expected to be present alongside the president and Mrs. McKinley.

Dewey White House Mc Kinley Washington Me Kinley Awelinh Dewes Wshington Combne Tiest Mire Melinney Chem Bintan Abe New York

Will Contest the Law by Dex Molinos

A disputed state tax law prompts Dex Molinos and associates to seek federal review. They challenge the constitutionality of a tax that imposes a one percent levy on certain officers or entities and argue the measure oversteps state and federal boundaries.

Dex Molinos Towa

Tragic Drowning Incident In Philadelphia Area

A historical report notes multiple drownings early in the morning near Philadelphia. Ostertagen relatives describe two men Frank Wohe and Douls Metin as missing after they clung to debris and could not be saved.

Philadelphia Dily Otte Maanot Allert Mged Qgnill Ostertagen Kompms Bruther I Venes Frank Wohe Douls Metin Tilir

Luetgert Funeral Details Reported in Chicago

The Chicago crowd gathered for the funeral of Luetgert, wife murder suspect. Wands of per mend intended today, with agents and officials present at the penitentiary. The event drew relatives and the deceased’s children near a memorial pillow bearing the inscription Our fathers work I am innocent.

Luetgert Chitesga Aviv Per Mone Adeidieh Baweigert Mumbernt Tollet Penitentiivny Ae Lgert

Peace Conference Wraps With Mixed Signals on Armament Rules

The Hague reports a peace conference final day with sixteen signatories to the arbitration treaty and several conventions. Delegates note American influence in pushing broader rules while many powers withhold key provisions, including neutrality protections for private property and bans on explosive delivery methods.

United States

Weather outlook for Washington on Monday

Forecast for Monday in Washington calls for light northerly winds and unsettled conditions. The day is expected to be breezy with mild temperatures and a chance of light rainfall.

Wrahington

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