County Conventions Endorse McKinley in State Races
Republican county gatherings across Pennsylvania endorsed President McKinley and party leadership, naming a full slate of county and district candidates with delegates chosen for the state convention. Democratic meetings produced varied tickets and reaffirmed party platforms amid regional contests.
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Pittsburg
A. A. Collier
William ©. McKinley
George W. Miller
Thomas G. McClure
William KE. Thompson
A. W. Edwards
G. M. von Bornhorst
W. W. Murray
J. C. Mercer
W. A H. Guy
Quay
John BR. Murphy
Richard M. Kopp
Robert McAfee
Joseph Mall
Charlie Filnn
Arch Mackrel
Jacob Rinn
G. L. Magee
Willam Inn
J. C. Brown
E. M. Blee
West Chester
McKinley
Jy and
Penrose
Stone
Putter
Snyder
Robert Comfort
Samuel Tvison
J. Hunter Wills
Paul Reeves
Juice
Jos Hemphill
Joy
Rublwitz
Wm. TH. Teener
C.F. Trefo
George J. North
Willey
Granville Priger
BH. Smith Worth
K. B. Trautman
David F. Chambers
J. Elwood Quays
Drento of the Poor
Preston Thomagynus Olters
Theos, Alexander
Harvey W. Kraurer
Chambersburg
Franklin County
Uriton
Kreps
BR. W. Ramsey
Joseph P. Rahauser
Chas H. Buhrman
G. F. Summers
Indiana
M. V. Patterson
Saltsburg
J. WM. Murray
Mairsville
Prothunotmary
James Tinkcom
Armagh
Pete Fronch
North Mahoning
Harry
Fatal crow hunt kills Montrose farmer near Williams Pond
Willam Robbins a 45 year old farmer living near Williams pond three miles east of Montrose died after a crow hunting accident. His gun discharged while crossing a fence and the shot struck him near the heart causing immediate injuries and death.
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Bnedal
Scranton Tribune
Montrose
Willam Robbins
Williams Pond
Two Murder Attempts in Philadelphia Leave One Dead
In Philadelphia six people were involved as two men shot four women and then tried to shoot themselves. William Keaton attacked Ida Keaton and Annie Shetlenberger at his father-in-law’s and wounded Mrs Gilles. Keaton was captured hours later after firing twice at himself. In a separate incident Frank Wilmer shot Mary Ruhl in the forehead and wounded himself. Mrs Ruhl is not expected to survive.
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Philadelphia
Olney
William Keaton
Ida
Annie Shetlenberger
Keaton
Gilles
Nolice
Frank Wilmer
Mra
Mary Ruhl
Wilmer
Huhl
Reading men under bail after railroad wreck charge
Oliver Ohl WilNs Seigerwalt and Win H Honinger were brought from Moyamen sing prison to Pottsville and entered bail of 87000 each for June 9 court appearance on charges of involuntary slaughter and train wrecking. Coroner Dugan pledged them to Moyamen using. Ohl allegedly placed a steel spike on a rail on the Little Schuylkill branch causing an express wreck that killed engine driver Grier and fireman Short.
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Little Schuylikt
Philadelphia and Reading
Long Acres
Grier
New Berry
J. H. Short
Richmond
Philadelphia
Berks County Democratic Convention Endorses Bryan and Vermentrout
The Berks Democratic County convention in Pa. endorsed William Jennings Bryan for president and backed Congressman Ermentrout Senator Miller and county legislators except Charles BR Spate who is under bribery indictment at Harrisburg. President Judge Vermentrout was endorsed for Supreme Court nomination.
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Trending
Berks
Bryan
Ermentrout
Miller
Charles BR. Spate
Harrisburg
Vermentrout
Supreme Court
Boxing events in New Castle called off disappoint fans
Boxing contests planned for tonight and Thursday in New Castle, Pa. were cancelled after Sheriff Matthews warned the management. About one thousand fans were disappointed, including about one hundred from Youngstown.
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New Castle Pa
Dune
Manders
Howe
Youngetown
Sherman Withdraws from Race For New York Speaker
New York June 6 James Sherman Utica withdrew from the speaker contest after a complimentary vote and sent a telegram to Henderson declaring the New York delegation’s unanimous support for Henderson as Speaker of the next House. The delegation met at the Fifth Avenue hotel with members including Odell Ray Alexander Ketcham Littauer Tompkins Sherman Wadsworth Emerson Stewart Tooker and absent Payne O’Grady Cochrane Chickering Grisell Goelet.
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New York
Congress
James
Sherman
Utica
Henderson
Parlov Dr
Fifth Avenue
Republican Committee
Odell
Ray
Alexander
Ketcham
Littaver
Tompkins
Wadsworth
Emerson
Stewart
Tooker
Payne
Alaska
O'Grady
Europe
Cochrane
Chickering
Griscoll
Goelet
Littiner
Messiae
Mendelson
Littaver 1
Wuld
President Thomson Dies Quietly at Corkershill
The sudden death of Frank Thomson, president of the Pennsylvania Railroad, at his Merion country home shocks rail and financial circles. The funeral will be private at 11 a.m. Thursday with Rev. S. D. MacConnell officiating. A special train from New York will convey railroad and financial friends. John P. Green is expected to serve as acting president. James McCrea and S. M. Provost are also noted contenders for the permanent succession.
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Philadelphia
Frank Thomson
Pennsylvania Railroad
Corkershill
Merion
Pennsylvania System
McKinley
Thomson
Weehington
Fame 4S
Pie Thomson
Core
Kk. T
S. JD. MacConnell
Brooklyn
Mr. Thomson
New York
Railroad and Financial
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Thomnton
Thomason
James McCrea
Pittsburg
John P. Green
Pennsylvania
A. J. Cassatt
Green
Tme
Thomeon
Itn
John Green
Pennsylvania Company
McCrea
Wireback Will Hang
Ralph W. Wireback of Lancaster is scheduled to be hanged tomorrow for the murder of Dr. R. Landis after the board of pardons refused a rehearing and denied commutation. He sought a brief reprieve amid talks with District Attorney Brown and his spiritual advisers as his execution time approaches.
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Juan Baetey Court
Juniey
Wireback
Supreme Court
Lasye 2 Thandamus
Tower Court
Lancaster
Ralph W. Wireback
RB. Landis
Brown
Mr. Brown
Geome
Piase
Amin
Lord Jesus Christ
Mir
Wirebark
Witoback
General Gomez Ends Cuban War Leadership With Farewell
General Maximo Gomez, former Cuban army commander, issues a farewell manifesto in Havana urging unity and the formation of a single Cuban party. He says the army should have disbanded after Spain’s defeat and calls for shaping a peaceful government while awaiting American actions.
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San Domingo
Havana
Maximo Gomez
Board considers officers amid Pennsylvania Raid company ties
The report names Charles EB Pugs as second vice president and 3 M Provost as third vice president. Captain Green declines an honor, leading some to believe Provost may be chosen by the board for the post.
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Pennsylvania Raid Company
Charles EB. Pugs
3. M. Provost
Green
Dewey Sails for Home From Hong Kong
The U S cruiser Olympia with Admiral Dewey aboard left Hong Kong at 4 PM amid poor weather and no public demonstration. Consul Wildman and a few friends were aboard to bid farewell as bands played an exchange of national anthems with passing ships Powerful and the Italian admiral’s vessel. The voyage continues to Singapore en route to the United States.
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Hong Kong
United States
Olympia
Admiral Dewey
Consul Wildman
Herpoop
Powerful
Aull
Cobbin
Washington
Singapore
Appointment of trustees named for Wernersville State Hospital
Governor Stone announced appointments to the Wernersville State Hospital board. Henry B. Dechert of Philadelphia J B Kremer of Carlisle and Sow ony Hradley of Philadelphia named trustees. Other appointees include Ramoel B H Miller of Mercer Thomas B Rampson of Off Civ and Samuel M Jackson of Apollo on the time team for the institution.
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Harriburg
Stone
Henry B. Dechert
Philadelphia
J.B. Kremer
Cartisle
Sovony Hradley
Wernersville Elate Insane Hospital
Ramoel BH. Miller
Mercer
Thomas B. Rampson
Off Civ
Samuel Ft. Jackson
Apollo
Polk
Reading Railway stockholders elect directors in Philadelphia
The Reading Railway company held its annual stockholders meeting in Philadelphia. Directors chosen include Joseph S. Marrnes, A. J. Antelo, Charles H. Coster, George F. Baer, John Lowther Welsh, George C. Thomas, Henry A. Dupont, Henry F. Meikean, and Samy Dickson.
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Philadelphia
Reading Railway Company
Clooteod
Joseph 8. Marrnes
A. J. Antelo
Charles H. Coster
George F. Baer
John Lowther Welsh
George C. Thomas
Henry A. Dupont
Henry F. Meikean
Samy Dickson
Jansen Iron announces second wage advance in Columbia
The Jansen Iron Company of Columbia reports a notice of an advance in wages, marking the second increase this year.
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Lancaster
Jansen Iron Company of
Columbia
Pennsylvania Pensions
Washington June Menalon certificates reflect pension actions for widows Susan Corre Fayetteville and others, listing original claims and eligibility notes as recorded in state ledger entries.
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Pennsylvania Pensions
Washington
Menalon Certifiiuties
Suean Corre
Fayetteville
Weather and Politics Mix in Morning News Briefs
The morning edition highlights thunder storms and weather on the move, plus political notes from New York congressmen and county conventions across the state. Baseball results and financial updates appear alongside local labor strikes and water supply concerns for Philadelphia and Scranton.
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New York
Heydersron
Fitzsimmons Ready for Friday Fight With Jeffries
New York dispatch reports Rob Fitzsimmons sweating through training in extreme heat while sparring nine rounds with Hickey Everhart and Kenny. Jeffries plans a bold approach aiming to take the heavyweight title by landing the first solid blow, insisting he will win at all hazards.
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New York
Rob Fitzsimmons Wis
Dan Hickey
Jack Everharnt
Yank Kenny
Fitz
Biuth
Jeffries
Coney Island
Bob
Potlee Dovery
Cave Mhs Dd Stibertiont
Mne
Fitzsimmons
Jeffries Fleht
Wielin
Jili
Walcott Defeats Hines in Lenox Athletic Club Bout
In New York on June 6 at Lenox Athletic Club Bob Armstrong of Chicago defeated Ed Martin of Denver in a quick second round knockout after a tentative first round. Earlier Hellefield Wintcott, Joe Watcott’s brother, won in the 135 pound bout in the second round against Sam Hines.
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New York
Lenox Athletic Club
Bob" Armstrong
Chicago
Martin
Denver
Armatrong
Hellefield Wintcott
Joe Watcott
Sam Hines
Mazet Investigation Reveals Claims of Political Payments
The Mazet committee reopened with a ban on witnesses having counsel and barred Captain Price’s attorney from the court row. John Ellis testified he paid $200 for protection for a Sixth Avenue resort but faced ongoing police harassment. Election-related payments and Sunday liquor sales were also discussed, and Henderson was arrested for misconduct after last week’s wrangle. he posted $1,000 bail.
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New York
Matet
Capwin Price
Henderson
Pallee
Price
Sixth Avenue
Miher
J. C. Henderson
Clarke
Insurgents Evade Pursuit in Philippine Operations
Reports from Manila June 6 to 30 describe American forces under General Hall and General MacArthur contending with insurrectionists in Morong Morong and surrounding areas. Insurgents evade cordons, disguise as amigos, and harass San Fernando while U S troops suffer heat and supply strains. Low-grade engagements, wrecked towns, and artillery use mark the campaign as rebels avoid large battles.
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Manila
Moerene
de Tay
Hall
Colin Bh
Morons
Trumin
Briand Fonun
Pla del Pilar
Trappml
Washington
Pasig
Santa Teresa
Melning
Morong
Macohete
San Fernando
Gener
MacArthur
Carrie Jones Case Extradition Sought in Baby Clark Kidnapping
In Trenton New Jersey on June 6 Governor Voorhees was asked to issue an extradition warrant for Hella Anderson alias Carrie Jones the nurse connected with the Baby Clark kidnapping The governor agreed to allow examination of requisition papers and would issue a warrant without delay if they are in proper form
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Alwys
Cuba
Piettle
Bilin
Ieland
Grive
Cui
Trenton
N. J
Voorhees
Hella Anderson
Carrie Jones
Baby Clark
Roosevelt
Public Buildings Board Opens Bids for Commonwealth Furnishings
Harrisburg June 6 the board of public buildings and grounds met at the executive department and opened bids on furniture and furnishings for the commonwealth. Alien Rorke of Philadelphia quoted the lowest figures and the award will be made within ten days.
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Harrisburg
Board of Public Buildings and Grounds
Commonwealth
FB. Rorke
Philadelphia
Fourth Annual Convention of Credit Men Opens
The Buffato association of Credit Men held its fourth annual convention starting June fourth. The event will run for three days. A key topic is urging Congress to amend the bankruptcy law. William A. Pender of New York presented a paper on Law and The Relation to Trade and Commerce. Routine proceedings occupied the rest of the day.
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Buffato
Arsuchithon
William A. Penderuranet
New York
Gypsy musician Rigo dies in Alexandria after eloping with princess
London dispatch reports Rigo the gypsy musician who ran away with Princess De Chimay has died in Alexandria while returning with the princess to Anastris. The Vienna Telegraph correspondent notes the incident follows their elopement.
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London
Vienna
Daily Telegraph
Rigo
Princess de Chimay
Anastris
Alexandria
Representative Richard Bland In Critical Condition In Lebanon
Lebanon Missouri June 6 there was no material change in the condition of Representative Richard P Bland today He lies critically ill at the hospital with officials stating his prognosis remains guarded The nation watches as doctors report no improvement in his health although no fresh complications are reported.
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Lebanon
Richard P. Bland
He Lawi
Otis Casualty Report Details Various Army Casualties
Washington June 66 The War Department released Otis casualty list items from General Otis. Private David Goldschmire Mourth Private Converse P Wirners Beyond Veregon Private William McBinalia Fourth Cavalry Sergeant Lewi s Rotary inte Wounded cond Oregon April Major Surmcoon M Bilis jung ho Private Monry Mo Wagner region Awetin Salisbury severe Mourth Elmer L Dealittie arm moderates WK Willikge Bit severe Fourth Cavalry OC Private Bart Miles overe 4h O Privates Patrivlg Utyaokgin Wes severe G Nelson Dilly chert mwere Maurie Cateld chest moderate First Colorado Wd A Private Charlee Dickman foot modest Theodore Fohuele back alight Fourth Infantry Velwate James McClarthy thigh silehs
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David Goldschmire
Mourth
Converse P. Wirners
Veregon
Williaim McBinalia
Sermeant
Lewis
Rotary Inte
Oregon
Surmcoon M
H. Bilis
Lew
Jung Ho
Monry Mo Wagner
Movere
Awetin JL Salisbury
Colorado
Charlee Dickman
Ted Piewt Blontana
Theodore Fohuele
Fourth Infantry
Velwate
James McClarthy
Thigh
Silehs
Miners' Strike Reported As Company Refuses Higher Pay
June 1 miners confront General Milinger Robinson who replies the company will not raise underpayments or financial allowances. Workers express sorrow and expect the strike to spread by morning across the region.
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DuPels
Milinger Robinson
Robindon
Three Men Die in Cave Incident at Beriitaville Quarry
In Allentown Pennsylvania a fatal cave accident today claims the lives of three men. The victims are listed as Robert Snyder Lowes, his widow and seven children. Jacob Shafer, widow and four children. and Ammon Boor, a single man. They were working at the Peters & Sons Beriitaville state quarry when the collapse occurred.
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Allentown
Peters & Sons
Beriitaville
Dem
Robert Snyder Lowes
Jacob Shafer
Ammon Boor
Singla
Weather forecast for eastern Pennsylvania midweek storms
The forecast shows afternoon thunderstorms across eastern Pennsylvania on Wednesday and Thursday with high temperatures near the upper 80s. southerly to southwest winds remain moderate as cooler air moves in Wednesday night.
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Washington
PoundYivinia
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Democrats
York County
Charles M. Motter
Guifferson
John Milley
Spring Garden
Mrieser Altand
Paradise
Whiam H. Small
Daniel Nye
Manchester
James Anderson
Hust Hopewell
William O. Thompson
Marry PF. Rowman
Hanover
Allen M. Seita
den Rock
George F. Saubel
Codours
Rh. W. Bricklay
Greensburg
Benator Brown
Charles E. Whittly
McKinsey
Philippines
Alexander DD
McConnell
Jefferson
Jackson
Franklin
Democratic Party
Venango County
Emil Koos
Ol City
J. W. Plimpton
George Keyes
Cornplanter Township
George B. Lord
M. A. Myere
Nickle- Vile
Tanner K. Elliott
Charles Martin
Jefferson, Jackson and Bryan
James 8. Carmichel
Cearre Maloney
William Hasten
Peter Wilbert
Charles G. Grimm
J. P. Byore
Meadville
W. Besse
Titusville
John K. Marshall
West Fallowfield
M. M. Beatty
West Mead
Willam Johnson
Fairfield
Thomas Z. Prather
Mondville
David McNutt
Pine Township
Burton Wickoff
Rhotmond
Delegaton
J. J. Humes
EL W. MeeArthur
A. Gaston
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MH. M. Catshall
Tandolph
I. F. McLavehlin
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John Sherred
Cambridge Springs
William Robbins
Reading
Spatz
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Bob Sherman
Anne Thomson
Gomez
America
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Dewey
Admiral
Reading Railroad Directors
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Devery
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Mazet Investigation
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