Foch and Scott Bills Move to Governor for Approval
The legislature votes pass Foch and Scott bills and send them to the governor for final approval.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1901
Page
1
The legislature votes pass Foch and Scott bills and send them to the governor for final approval.
The Pennsylvania House rejects the Scott bill and other appropriations on a day of heated debate. Opponents warn of a submerged treasury and higher taxes if spending continues. supporters cite Penn University as a leading state institution and push for funds. The session adjourns with several measures set aside.
A bill to appoint a supervising principal of a school was adapted. A CID appropriation of 180000 to the state college was negatived. A bill to appropriate 200000 to deepen the channel of the Delaware River was also negatived.
Harrisburg June 1 The Associated Press reports a large number of house appropriation bills moved from committee to the senate listing raises for Spencer hospital Mendyvill e and others. Several hospitals and institutions receive funding while votes and amendments are noted on allocations and projects across Pennsylvania.
A mob tribune surrounds the Wills home in Mount Holly as New York visitor Baxter faces charges linked to threats and a pistol incident. Judge Wills issues a warrant for Baxter, who is later arrested at Mark R. Sooy’s residence amid a tense crowd and no violence. Stock certificates from Lehigh Valley are claimed as a motive in the case.
The case of Molineux, jailed for murder in New York City, dominates attention as seven judges hear arguments. Former US Senator Divi Bo DP led the people’s appeal while Milburn’s reply pressured the court to focus on guilt, with observers noting forceful, charged rhetoric.
The readable text fragment describes a court case about alleged letters and obstruction, but key names, dates, and places are missing or garbled making a precise summary impossible. No clear outcomes or entities can be reliably identified from the fragment provided.
A fragmented report describes officials discussing a schedule for a major public event. The piece references community leaders and dates under consideration, noting potential changes and the political context surrounding the decision.
Enusive Wire from The Ascociatoa Pines reports Mia McKinley remains weak but better tonight. The doctor notes a fully tolerable day with gradual improvement in her condition, though she still shows limited strength and stamina.
The report from Washington outlines cornerstone lays for a new memorial project and state events. Invitations invite dignitaries to honor the governor and a state figure, with ceremonies scheduled in November.
A garbled AP style dispatch reports unclear events involving a company pole at a city site and several named individuals. Details are unreadable and names appear distorted, leaving the exact actions, places, dates, and roles indeterminable.
An exclusive wire report from The Associated Press outlines a lawyer facing potential board action in Shreveport. Details are incomplete due to garbled text, leaving questions about the exact nature of the proceedings and the parties involved.
The governor signed several measures including funding portions of sidewalk construction and curbing, expanding guardianship authority, and prohibiting dynamite containing firecrackers. Additional provisions address cemetery transfers, road line marking, licensing terms for alcohol and retail constraints, and adjusting tax and jurisdiction rules for wards and courts. The senate approved an expense provision for a distribution commission report.
London dispatch reports thousands gathered outside Queent Hall at Langham Street two hours before the pro-Boer meeting. Police kept order as windows were broken and participants expelled amid clashes, with delegates arriving to deliver speeches as tensions flared and barbed rhetoric circulated.
An incomplete report from Seowpheds describes a racing event with ten starters and several injuries. Witnesses note a crash during the race and a rider serious enough to require medical attention.
The report hints at a suspected counterfeiter linked to a regional scheme. Officials from SAC Mah and Cheah are said to be investigating in connection with alleged forgery and related fraudulent activity. The details remain unclear due to garbled text.
A Kansas City meeting launches a reform third party as a coalition of Populists and Bryan Democrats proposes public ownership of utilities, direct legislation, graduated income tax, and popular election of U.S. senators. Lee Merriwether leads the Missouri drive with 22 St Louis advisers and plans for a state convention next fall.
The morning page outlines coastal weather with southeasterly winds and reports on legislative actions including feelit aid, a witness testimony, and the emergence of a new third party. It notes editorial notes and a feature on local education and commerce.
Mirgabeth Owens a seven year old girl of Mayfield drank paris green after a quarrel with her mother. Neighbors and doctors attempted treatment but she died early yesterday morning. Coroner's inquest returned a verdict of death by poisonous dose. The widow mother mourns deeply as the community records the tragedy.
In Wilkes-Barre June 1 the Darlings and Jennie were jailed amid an allegation of indebtness to Samuels a Buffalo trainer at their monkey show. Samuels fell ill with gastronomical poisoning shortly after breakfast claiming the Darlings owed him $10 and hoped to flee the case proceeding that day. The couple from Uaadilla SN deny guilt as one or two others remain in precarious condition.
The strike at Temple Coal and Tron company pits nonunion carpenter Dna against the workers who walked out Monday. After the carpenter resigns and crews return, mines remain closed indefinitely as leaders assess next steps.
Fragmentary wire story from a press service with scattered place names and names of people. The legible parts mention Naples and New York among other unclear items, leaving a barely readable, imperfect news brief.
The Chicago gathering highlights Jules Cambon asserting intellect, not business interests, will prevent wars among civilized nations. He argues education and cultural exchange between France and America can foster peace, urging American universities to favor European study and deepen Franco American ties.
In Walpole Mayes a man attempted murder inside a home killing two people and injuring a third. Police say the suspect tried to stab another resident but was stopped. the two deceased include Danni, Michigan Newsel, and the assailant is in custody with the victim expected to recover.
The article reports Barker securing admission of his testimony to a twelve juror panel as part of his defense in a high profile case. Mrs Barker remains composed while witnesses recount events surrounding the minister, with Keller denying earlier statements. The purpose of the testimony appears to be to suggest temporary insanity and to show that Barker was not in a morbid state of mind when the shooting occurred.
A damaged OCR fragment describes a chaotic incident at Rio Janeiro involving multiple entities and unclear actions. Mentions disturbances, aggressive acts, and possible political implications. Names and places are garbled, with references to a committee and arrests or detentions.
The readable text lists several distorted names and terms amid a garbled passage, with no cohesive event or clear entities to anchor a summary. The source appears damaged and does not provide a traceable incident or notice.
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