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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1899
Page
1
George Nash secured 289 votes to 211 for Daugherty on the first ballot and won the gubernatorial nomination at the Ohio Republican convention on the second ballot amid party unity and platform praise for McKinley era policies. The platform lauded the administration, civil service reforms, and anti trust efforts while endorsing continued economic growth and national unity.
Major Ferdinand Walsin Esterhazy told the Daily Chronicle last night that he wrote the border memoir on orders from Sundherr. He claimed the French general staff would be told the truth and that he has proofs showing shared responsibility, while denouncing others in the staff who abandoned him.
South Covina Governor Ellerbee dies in Dillon after a long illness. Born DAY, he studied at Wofford College and Vanderbilt University, served as comptroller and governor, supported the Spanish war, and left a widow and six children. Lieutenant Governor Miles McSweeney to oversee succession.
The will of Jack Bam TV manager filed in Surrogate's Court orders his widow Emma and his brother James to marry. The testator leaves one third to his widow one third to his brother and the remainder to his parents and nephews.
Captain Price refuses to answer questions with Col. Henderson present and is ejected from the Mazet committee room. A scuffle follows with accusations that a knife was drawn as Henderson, Price, and others clash over testimony and attorney conduct.
Hearnsboro June 2 Governor Stone accepted the resignation of James Sweeney as watchman of the state library. In a letter he denied any involvement with the contest in Thoga county for delegate selection to the state Republican convention. He stated he did not request or authorize Sweeney to aid in elections and that voters in the county should decide all issues.
Greensburg June 2 County Detective Janie Walters arrested Hon John St Tyrne at Scottdale among eight charged with bribing legislature members in the senatorial contest. Bail was posted by the others for court while Byrne seeks a hearing and Wilvon is to be taken along. The party rides for the state capital this winter to intervene.
Dr. Charin Korman Burroughs, wanted for polygamy in Minnesota, Illinois, and Pennsylvania, was captured from Chi Tuugqua county and transported to Minnesota on a governor honored requisition. He had eloped with Miss Finny Dunhnyer, but was detained as he left jail during a wedding tour amid cruelty to animals charges.
Reading June 2 relay event cited as the Interniathonal Chyar scene. Fin wraver Winfield BD. Stout held the ball in connection with counterteltabels of the Chartmainers' union. Pvinker James E. Norton waived a bearing while John Burkholder, a Maortin dulce cigar maker, Lanewater county, also involved.
The Indian condemned for murder was hanged today after his drunken spree. Philip Walker testified that Baptiste killed Wolke and expressed sorrow for the act.
Philadelphia June 2 The General Federation of Women's Clubs of America begins its session with Mrs. Rebecca D. Lowe chairing. The board names Mrs. Lowe to succeed Mrs. Milen M. Henroten as federation representative at the Paris exposition and seeks space for a club work exhibit.
A fragmentary report notes April failures marked the smallest monthly rate of defaults on record in a review of trade. It cites lower defaults, rising demand, and price movements across metals, lumber, cotton goods, and wheat, with scattered figures and port shipments showing mixed results.
Altoona Iron company informs employees that puddled iron prices rise from 3.00 to 3.25 dollars per ton starting today. This follows a March increase from 2.75 to 3.00 dollars. About one hundred workers benefit directly, with indirect gains for the Guide and Bar mill crews in the Pittsburgh district.
Congressman A. Hopkins withdraws from the national speakership contest amid a conference in Chicago. Nine of fourteen convention delegates attended the meeting at the Grand Pacific Hotel with the vote to withdraw Hopkins and back Colonel Henderson. The conference concluded amicably.
The Weet Fairview rolling mill and related works restart planned around August after a long layoff spanning many years. The plant will begin with a 1 percent production capacity and gradually ramp up as operations resume.
Shipping notices report a vessel departing Amsterdam for New York under steam, with Liverpool as a transit or port reference. The item lists voyage route details and dates, indicating cargo or passenger movement across the Atlantic.
Paris dispatch reports Col. Piequart held on national defense forgery charges may be released provisional. Lieutenant Colonel Du Paty de Cham, connected to Dreyfus case, allegedly attempted suicide in Cherche Midi prison. Prosecutions of General Mereter and other officers were reportedly considered, with court outcome pending.
A morning bulletin notes General-Judge Nuaeh nominated for Ohio governor amid a generally fair day. Fragments mention hearings, legal actions, and political maneuvering with sparse details and several garbled items from various sections.
John Weiss inmate of New Jersey state prison was stabbed to death by Alfred Brown alias Kid Miller during a cook house altercation. Brown, a professional thief from Hudson County, wielded a knife after wresting control at the table. Weiss, serving a two year term for forgery, died soon after in the prison hospital. Brown is known to New York police.
Reston June 2 Joel DD formerly teller of Safety Fund National Bank of Fitchburg found guilty by a jury in the United States Court on the tenth count of misappropriation of 15. The indictment included ten counts but only the misappropriation charge on count ten proceeded to verdict after the others were dropped. Tyler contends his juror challenge rights were violated. Judge Putnam allowed three challenges only.
Harrisburg June 2 a defense attorney filed information charging Representative John Engler of Lycoming county with perjury for testimony before the legislative investigating committee. Engler said Michael Cortello and ex Senator Coyle offered $100 to vote for the McCarrell Jury bill. A warrant was issued for Engler’s arrest and officers headed to his home to serve it.
Judge Simonton sustains mayor of Harrisburg in power to remove certain officials. Case centered on whether Mayor Fritchey could appoint a highway commissioner before the incumbent's term expired. Fritchey, a Democrat, appointed Henry Walter to succeed Republican Lynch, whose council disagreed. Court rules for the mayor.
The article describes William Jennings Bryan’s stop in Mammoth Cave and Union station, with a lengthy reception at a hotel, a large luncheon, and a speech at the Auditorium. He reiterates Democratic support for silver and Gold Standard opposition, condemns Republican bimetallism policy, and aligns with the Independent Gold Democrats.
Reports from New York and New Jersey allege Carrie Jones, the nurse, is connected to a Marion Clark kidnapping case. George Barrow, aka J A Wilson, a Little Rock figure, is tied to a dynamite plot on a club house and has ties to Tammany Hall.
Washington releases show total gross public debt at 1 165 501 407 dollars with offsetting cash in the Treasury. The filing details maturities interest bearing and non interest bearing components and notes net cash balance influence on outstanding obligations.
A Jamaica trade debate frames the future of bilateral commerce with Canada and the United States. Officials weigh reciprocity and negotiating posture as regional leaders discuss approaches to improving export terms and market access amid evolving global conditions.
Jom Reding and Philadelphia defendant Dionatoher James J. Rourke were due before Magistrate Fegely on charges linked to the Exeter wreck. He sought court aid and may apply for discharge from the Hebean corpus hearing with a later date.
In a royal speech opening the corien tadey Marlowe and Palwos Islands were ceded to Germany by the late cabinet, with Caroline cited as part of the cession.
A June letter from Andrew Ulum describes a large donation by a Brevene institute founder to Stevens Institute for the construction of an engineering laboratory. The message confirms the philanthropist’s intent to support the project and outlines gift specifics.
Fragments report an inquest into a wreck in Iowa with coroner Hoyhermels involved and references to a burial day for a Frederick Reu pert. Mentions a marriage or criminal context with Sindlehie, and a factory event at FLO L Hrooke Doncompghy in Thidebore. Names and places are garbled and uncertain.
New York reports George Dixon defeated Joe Bernstein in a boxing match ending in the twenty fifth round.
Rain showers expected Sunday afternoon with variable winds turning to stronger gusts later. Forecasters warn of unsettled conditions spreading across Ratantuys and eastern Pennsylvania with cooler temperatures and breezy skies.
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