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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1895
Page
1
In tropical heat a local retailer announces cool prices on a wide assortment with eight still excellent items and late arrivals added to the general markdowns. The savings are very marked and should drive brisk selling.
Readers are assured a wide range of sun shades and parasols to suit any taste or whim in this print feature. The article emphasizes style and personal preference in choosing blinds, curtains, or sun shades for the home.
A description of a display featuring buttoned pieces in colored china silk patla with correct shape bright shades and sticks. The item is noted as high grade at every point, highlighting craftsmanship and quality.
Pricing lists offer single ruffle at 1.98 dollars, double ruffle at 2.39 dollars, and triple ruffle at 2.79 dollars. A one third higher value is suggested as a fair price reference.
A scarce batch of white china silk parasols with white enamel sticks and Dresden handles is offered at 1.25 dollars each. Only a few dozen remain and the sale likely won’t last long.
A catalog entry lists fifteen dozen one inch black Gloria silk sun umbrellas with natural bticks and inlaid Dresden handles, described as very light and serviceable.
The latest accessory offers quick readiness for service when needed and stowable convenience when not in use. Designed to fit grips, satchels, or handbags, the umbrella emphasizes practicality and style in bold black and colored options.
In Cleveland on December 20, delegates failed to reach agreement on the silver question as discussions continued. Senator Dubois and Senator Cartan urged for free coinage, while Major Warren supported General McAlpin’s nomination for the presidency. ex Senator Miller of New York spoke, and the Cleveland banquet hosted about 15,000 delegates with speeches from noted orators.
At Cleveland on June 20 the National Republican League elected Adjutant General A. A. McAlpin as president after nominations by George F. Green New York and unanimous ballot. John F. Burns Denver and William Grant Mdins Springfield Ill were named secretary and vice president. A theft occurred as McAlpin arrived, with a watch and $1,000 taken. Milwaukee was chosen as the next meeting site and timing set after the national party convention.
Senator Quay planned a fishing excursion in Atlantic City aiming for drum fish but failed to hook any. He received urgent telegrams prompting immediate departure to Philadelphia with Captain Ben Sooy directing travel arrangements.
A special report from Tampa dated June 20 describes insurgent activity in Cuba. The dispatch notes significant troop movements and the potential impact on the island's stability, signaling a volatile situation that concerns regional observers.
Dispatch from Havana claims Martines Campos was shot by Cuban spy Puerta Banches then leapt overboard and swam ashore while bullets raged from a man of war. It alleges 45000 insurgents in the field, split into squads, deployed from Santiago to Camaguey with more forces landed from South America including cash and arms. Spain reportedly moves to quell rising insurrection on the island.
Ex congressman C C Townsend announces United States Senator Quay will be a state convention delegate and seeks the state central committee chairmanship. William Moulds of Rochester designates Quay as proxy, aligning with Quay allies in Pennsylvania politics. Townsend cites McKinley and Bryan era politics while noting Magee's stance on reelecting Chairman Glikeson.
Gettysburg Pa June 20 The sixty third annual commencement of Gettysburg College honored a class of thirty four graduates The principal prizes were earned by Ronve C Wright Meadowdale NY Thet honor and Martin G Reits Amsterdam NY Latin prize went to David Fe Riese Chambersburg PA Henry W Bible Gettysburg PA received sophomore mathematical prize Ralph L Smith Pittsburgh PA Muhlenburg prize Rev John Warner Haghton Pa Rev Francis Malster Roanoke College Salem VA and William I Bister Kansas were awarded doctor of divinity degrees
A deranged intruder knocked down D L Ling at his home in Sumpkin Pennsylvania. The assailant fled to a spring house where he was tied with ropes after a brief struggle. No further injuries reported and police notified.
In Lancaster Pennsylvania June an ex constable Jamen Callahan assisting an officer to arrest a group of tramps was shot. The ball lodged behind the car causing a very serious wound before the suspects escaped.
Santiago de Coli reports a serious clash between Apantel troops and insurgents near Majin in Guara Province. The Apantel force held their position but were compelled to withdraw with heavy losses.
In Haeleton on June 2 Peter Demerit and Alain Lowansky were working at a quarry when an overhanging earth fell during blasting. The collapse buried both men, who were married, leaving their fates unclear.
A nonindustrial fire in the early hours destroyed eight outbuildings owned by Jean Deiriler eight miles north of York. Five hundred earth and twelve hundred head of livestock were lost in the flames. The loss is estimated at around five thousand dollars.
Pressing items from the era include a fatality tied to a de on froleit trmty near Shamokin and Edward Henry’s death. The Pottevillé school board revived a 1500 share of state appropriations. Behuylkill county mercantile Shoente shows only one of 123 people has certificates. A man believed to be J. Mall of Lancaster Avenue Philadelphia was jailed at Reading. Harrisburg ruled notary and chief business posts are compatible. War Secretary Lamont named Lt. Col. William S. Worth and Harry Egbert to inspect the Pennsylvania guard encampments at Saratoga Mount Gretna and Gli Catra.
Thousands gathered as the Baltic and North Sea canal opened with a grand imperial ceremony. The navy and royal barges led a procession including the Hohenzollern, Kaiser Wilhelm I, Kaiserin, and foreign royal yachts, while a grounding incident briefly disrupted the parade.
Chester Pa June 20 David Murphy of Trainer is fatally injured after being run over by an oil barrel wagon and crushed by a falling wall during a house demolition He suffered severe injuries including jaw fractures and brain exposure Doctors say recovery is impossible as he lies in the hospital
Six sailors discharged from the Emily Reed testified before U S Commissioner Craig alleging starvation and forced labor aboard the Reef voyage from New York to Cuba. They say Cuban authorities chained them and beat them with bayonets during twenty five days of captivity before returning to Philadelphia sugar unloading. They seek reinstatement of pay and legal action.
June 20 in Altoona Pa a head on collision between two Pennsylvania freight trains occurred after orders to preserve a east bound track were neglected allowing a west bound train onto the line. Engines 8 C Shull and PD Bogle of Harrisburg were severely injured along with two injured tramps. All were taken to the hospital.
Washington June 20 Captain Anson of the Chicago Base Ball Club hinted he accepted Charles Hoyt's offer to perform on stage next winter in a baseball drama. Hoyt has written the play. negotiations were only recently completed.
Two Hoberts children in Totsy, Pennsylvania, drank a sugar and water mix laced with laudanum after playing doctor. The elder kept the dose and both children, recently recovered from measles, showed signs of poisoning and were rushed to medical care. The case highlights accidental ingestion risks with household medicines.
A court decision ends all snoon operations in Dubuque amid despondency. Bradley and Soahley, Milwaukee lawyers, are involved as Western claimants pursue the Am eko June estate valued at 60 million. In Tahlequah a pursuit ends with Zeke Proctor shot dead. Irancin Rhoales of Macon City faces arrest over pension funds. Kansas Governor Morrill's removal of Popullar Chane is sustained. Omaha officials reveal Boalsmen and City Treasurer Bollen are not defaulters, yet queries remain. The jury in William Caveur s murder case convicts of murder in the first degree.
Buffalo report states Morris F. Sheppard bank president and Charles Bush, with B C and Wo Hubbaryl, faced charges in a civil action over an alleged conspiracy to defraud insurers. The brothers claim they were hired for a fee to burn insured structures, with a January 2 arson cited. Aetna and other insurers seek recovery of about 24 470 dollars. A shooting occurred at the scene as authorities searched for suspects.
Washington reports a cable from Turkey’s envoy to Constantinople stating cyclist Frank Lenz, traveling around the world, was killed near Derer and buried near Weeroum after a dispute with Turkish riders. The State Department and editor sources confirm the message and place.
Philadelphia reports a mild Arctic winter aiding Lieut Peary’s voyage to the north while Kyrolite traders Silkion and Salina reach Tingtot. Danish bark Toe Peay wrecked near Cape Desolation. crew rescued after days adrift with Kwemuo people. All Kyrolite carriers later safe.
Two strangers shot at Tolim residence in Montague township New Jersey. The Hehn brothers were away. a farm boy heard a shot and the intruders were driven off. Authorities report a fatal outcome after the separate encounters on consecutive days near the river.
June 20 in Norrietown Center Square Harry Hartnell a farmer met a fatal accident when unhooking a burro it bolted and dragged him. He suffered skull and rib fractures and died after emergency care attempted at the scene.
In Wyoming County courtroom coverage, witnesses testify about vote selling and irregularities. Reported payments of 1 to 5 dollars per vote surface as jurors examine alleged tampering while one witness cites missing tex and notes about a candidate in the county.
Cleveland rejects a donation offer from Wilberforce University and praises the institution while declining a separate donor suggestion. The article notes African American veterans and other local figures, with references to ceremonies, committees, and regional events in Atlanta and Philadelphia.
Washington June 2 Secretary Cas Halt named Rob Watcher of Batrytore to a district post. The appointment lists Watelown Wir WLUtefectory inspector of Dinky Vana and Governor Pattison as related officials in the regional appointment notice.
Internal revenue receipts for eleven months totalled about 1 000 000, up from ISO 5808) The crier Olympia has been over the Chat, and will be faced at the Atlantic station. Broker Chagnon refused the teathty In the sett ana trait inquiry his date postponed Ai next September. Nine Canadian brickmakers have been deported and the Ryegate Trick campus of Vermont will be prosecuted for importing them.
The American college in Home plans a Sunday dinner to honor Cardinal Gibbons. A railway project faces progress with work to start by year’s end. Mrs Idabella Gorlay suffered a collapse aboard the Aurank en route from Liverpool to New York near Queenstown. Mendal Howard plans an exhibit in a London room to aid the grand jury with engraved plate and related items.
A weather note for eastern Pennsylvania indicates clear or white sky conditions with no notable cloud cover. Forecast mentions calm winds and dry air, no precipitation expected, temperatures mild and comfortable across the region.
Herald's weather service predicts fair to partly cloudy conditions today for the middle staten and New Baiant. Saturday will be partly cloudy to fair and cooler with variable winds and coastal rain, followed by warmer weather on Sunday.
Finleys presents a silk sale featuring Cheney Brown printed china silk and cashmere blends. The advertisement touts low weekly prices and a mix of dark grounds light grounds satin strip patterns and brocades with many pieces offered below one dollar.
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