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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1899

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Pennsylvania Wins Varsity Boat Race On Hudson

The Pennsylvania varsity eight won a thrilling four mile race on the Hudson against Wisconsin Cornell and Columbia. Pennsylvania led late, benefitting from Wisconsin steering out of the course, and finished a half length ahead of Wisconsin with Cornell third and Columbia last. About 20,000 spectators saw the event, start times around 6:54, 6:58, and 7:00.

Poughkeepsie Hudson River Pennsylvania Wisconsin Cornell Columbia Columbian Strom Willa Calunda Cric Fling Cornel Mever Penney Wininia Wilkie Beth Kokte Witcone Wisconson Bavily Tives Pennylonion Wireone Sin Bin Pennesylvania Wisconesia Carnell Penneyivania Bonis

Duel Expected After Altercation in Chamber of Deputies

An altercation in the chamber between M. Vertegus and M. Millerove led to a public duel arrangement. One or two deputies are set to duel tomorrow, awaiting further orders.

Paris Vertegus Sociulier M. Millerove Pepublic Mathy Awerda

Miners Beset by Rockfall at Mount Janko Colliery

In Wilkes-Barre June S-Thomas Mee and Frank Kinopiliek led a crew at Mount Janko colliery when a rockfall blocked workings. No injuries reported. The incident disrupted shifts as rescue teams assessed the debris and secured the area.

Wilkes-Barre S-Thomas Mee Top Nines Frank Kinopiliek Dudeuer Mount Janko

Quay Men Elected At Clearfield County Convention

Delegates assembled in Charfield on June 27 elected W. C. Arnold chairman and selected G. Y. Halfpenny to head resolutions while Dr J. Currier led credential committee. Quay supporters approved McKinley administration and the St Louis national convention. County officers nominees include W. C. Goss treasurer and Barry Boulton reelected chairman. The meeting was spirited and largely harmonious.

Charfield Opera House Hion W. C. Arnold H. FP Chasen Vtarry Howlton G. Y. Halfpenny J. Currier St. Louis McKinley Btone United States Huntzdale Joseph P Logan LD Hols W. O. McAllister Morriedale Barry Boulton Quay Wis

Colonial Dames War-Tithes Hearing Nears Brief Submissions

In New York on June 27 the Colonial Dames hearing over tithe rights to Colonial Dames After various arguments from the National and Frie de Tani societies, Justice Bookstaver granted until July 17 for briefs. Testimony included Mrs Gardiner claiming accusations against rival Dames, sparking courtroom disorder and a near confrontation between Mrs Gardiner and Mrs Jones.

New York Colonial Dames Ault Toalny and Justice Bookstaver National Frie de Tani Hartlett Gardiner Colonial Dames Jones Bly Rhinelander Livingston Gardiner Walked From the Witness Chair and As She Pissed Some of the Rival Dames Tehamed

Spanish Residency Declarations to Preserve Crown Allegiance

The Spanish government plans registers in Havana Manila and San Juan to let Spanish born residents of Cuba Puerto Rico and the Philippines declare intent to remain subjects of Spain within a year after ratifications. Those who stay loyal will preserve allegiance to the crown. others become citizens of their territory.

Washington Cuba Porto Rico Philippines Spain Paris Havoana Manila San Juan Crown of

Norah Barrett Charged in Dover Arson Death

Dover police arrest Norah Barrett for burning the dress of Johnnes Lafferty’s eighteen month old son at Leipele about a week earlier. She admits setting the fire to stop attending the child and closed the door to fake an accident, leading to the infant’s death before help arrived.

Dover Del Norah Barrett Johnnes Lafferty Leipele

Permanent arbitration tribunal from Antio American plans discussed

At The Hague on June 27 the special drafting committee drafts a record of work done and prepares to discuss a permanent arbitration board. German delegates have instructions to accept the principle of such a tribunal, with talks to begin Monday.

the Hague Special Drafting Committee Alrady On&É Germany

Trot Bout Offer Promises Title Fight in New York

Ader of the West Chester Athletic Club cabled an offer of a bid for a Zieroind bout between Pedlar imer, the champion bontam of Bog land, and the winner of the Meflovern. The contest is slated for Saturday afternoon at the White club near New York.

New York W. HB Gray Ader West Chester Athletic Club Koluy Imer Bontam Othe Withe

Goebel Nominated for Kentucky Governor on Twenty-Sixth Ballot

Louisville June 27 William Goebel secured the Democratic gubernatorial nomination on the twenty-sixth ballot after a long costly contest. The convention showed marked harmony as Goebel appeared to accept the nomination, with Stone and Hardin factions defeated on each ballot until Goebel prevailed. The vote tallies shifted last, adjournment set for tomorrow morning with the ticket to be completed.

Louisville William Goebel Goebel Stone Hardin Hagel Rice Btone

ALGER WILL STAY. Secretary Alger Denies Resignation Rumors

Washington June 27 Secretary Alger visited the White House twice with early talks welcoming the president home and later discussing Michigan politics including Senator Ship and Governor Pingree's alleged untentness. He denied plans to resign or to seek restoration and said he would remain in the cabinet through the current administration. He declined to comment on Governor Pingree and avoided assigning responsibility for newspaper statements.

Washington Alger White House Michigan Pingree

Epps Convicted in Murder of Mary Ann Lawler

William Epps known as Face Turner is found guilty of first degree murder in the January killing of Mary Ann Lawler, a 70 plus grocery store owner. Police traced the crime to robbery, with missing money. co-defendant Samuel Dodson was arrested in Richmond, Virginia.

Philadelphia William. Epps William Turner Mary Ann Lawler Cle Epps Samuel Dodson Richmond Degon

Stenographers Sought for Manila Mission from New Orleans

Two men from New Orleans have accepted U.S. government posts as stenographers and writers for courts in the Philippines. Louis M. Wodrigues, of Spanish parentage born in Manila, and Carlos Julio Elizalde Cuban editor of the Spanish edition of the New Orleans Tract Journal will depart for Washington and then New York to Manila. Salary is 2000 dollars per year with all expenses paid.

New Orleans United States Muti Philippine Islands Louis M. Wodrigues Manila Carlos Julio Elizalde Wasllington New York

Perished in Siberia Report Reaches Nevada City

Nevada City residents report a vague dispatch about a party led by Harry Douglass from California who traveled to Siberia under contract with a New York company. The missive claims the group faced privation after June 2 of last year and has not sent a letter since.

Nevada City Cal Norval Dougie Ban Wraneinod Harry Douglass California Bileria Iberia Coantrack New York

Rough Riders Reunion and Roosevelt Tour Headlines

June 17 Las Verna New Mexico hosts first Rough Riders reunion with a ball at Montezume hotel. Lieutenant Colonel Fredie and officers honored. Governor Roosevelt’s stops in Colorado Kansas La Junta Milwuaukee Missouri Iowa and Tulsa meet cheering crowds. He reflects on Sherman and railroaders and declares people will decide the country’s destiny.

Las Verna N. M Association of Rough Rders Montezume Hotel Hot Springs Chicago la Junta Sabin Carl Browne Coxey Sherman Ris Roosevelt Alleghenies Milwausen Missouri Towa Tilinela

Disruptions Across Spanish Cities Spark Civil Unrest

Reports from Madrid Valencia Murcia and Saragossa describe riots and clashes with gendarmes and police. Mob violence injures several. troops fire on crowds in Valencia Grenada and other cities prompting martial law in Valencia. Demonstrations spread to Burgos Toledo and Logrono.

Madrid Chamber of Commerce Valencia Murcia Saragossa Stgte Borbon Jesuit College Tts Saraguena Srain Jaw Hs Grenada Burgos Toledo Logrono

Belgian chamber erupts over electoral law debate

Brussels witnesses stormy scenes as Socialists accuse Questors of bringing crown officers to the chamber to take notes. The Questors protest, a tumult follows, the sitting is suspended. Socialist deputy Furnimount sings portions of the Marseillaise and Socialists join in shouting Vive la Republique.

Brussels Chamber of de Puties Questors Crown Furnimount

Suspected Murderers Track to Central America

Chicago, June 27. Matt Smith and Coffee Briner, alleged murderers of Martin Meier, are believed to have fled toward Central America or another southern country beyond reach of the law. Detective Mullen reports progress and a follow up letter is to come. Chief Ripley vows pursuit to bring them back for trial.

Chicago Matt Smith Briner Martin Meier Central America Kiplow Hoboken, N. di Mullen

Officers to be Detached for Philippine Service

Washington June 27 The War Department is reviewing officers in the United States to identify those who can be reassigned to the Philippines. Many officers with regiments in the U.S. have offered transfers to Philippine regiments. Nearly every Manila transport will carry officers to replace those unable to perform duty due to illness or wounds.

Washingtton War Department Philippines United States Manila

Appoinl to the Voat From London Ky Shot in Manchester

Sherif Loverly P. White of Clay County was shot and killed in Manchester during a blaze. The Louisville edition notes the incident as a reported event with limited details available.

Louisville London Louieville Sherif Loverly P. White Lay County

Obituary Notice from New Haven for Nigerian-born Sbiechoel Nien

Sbiechoel Nien of Oranwoe died today in New Haven after a severe illness. He would have turned 80 in November. He left a widow aged 80 and nine children.

New Haven Conn

French Cabinet Victory Ends Turmoil After Debate

In Parle the session suspended following an attack on the premier. M Deroulede's amendment for constitutional revision was defeated 27 to 70 after leaders clashed and Deschanel paused proceedings. Waldeck-Rousseau faced pressure from radicals and republicans.

Chamber of Deputies M. Deroulede M. Maul Deroulede League of Patriots Angouleme Charente M. Waldeck-Rousseau Chamber M. Deschanel M. Lasses Semite Gers M. Deroulde

Varied Morning Briefs Include Politics and Sports

Weather indicates increasing cloudiness while political notes cover Kentucky Democrats choosing a candidate and a third district Republican convention. Sports items note Atlantic and national league games as well as a varsity float race and fighters wanted in the Philippines.

Pennsylvania Srudeon Philippines Kentucky Paris Proes

Chippewas Ugly Warpath Threat Looms at Cass Lake

Minneapolis dispatch reports Capt Mercier ordered whites off the Chippewa reservation to avert an uprising after October gains emboldened tribes. Chief Flatmouth warned of harm if wishes are denied and Cass Lake residents face depopulation as tensions rise.

Minneapolis the Times Walker Minn Merier Flatmouth Mercier Cass Lake Times Dnvdians

Discharged Bankruptcy List From Pittsburg Court

Wilson A Cochran Armstrong county Heney Kreling Pittsburg Charles Devereux Crawford county John A Hack Crawford county John M Arters Armstrong county Joseph Gg Falk Erie county Percy H White Minton county Tony Reiter Meekee port dehnm Cowley Allegheny county William W Rees Erie county Ralph Winter Erie county Emanuel De Roy Pittsburg Louis Roeser Lycoming county Harry B Morgan Clinton county James Sime Allegheny county Wilson F Kenny Windham county petition in bankruptcy assets and liabilities stated as 2710 and 24 respectively.

Pittsburg United States District Court Wilson A. Cochran Armstrong County Heney Kreling Charles, Devereux Crawford County John A. Hack John M. Arters Joseph Gg. Falk Erie County Percy H. White Minton County Tony Reiter MeeKeesport Dehnm Cowley Allegheny Countey William W. Rees

Republican delegates chosen at Norristown county meeting

Norristown Pennsylvania June 27 The Republican county convention selected five delegates for the state convention at Harrisburg in August. The Ant-Quaylites failed to win any seats. Delegates named are A Buchanan T Darlington Buckwalter J P Hale Jenkins Elwood Leham Stauffer. Resolutions praised McKinley administration and the legislature and endorsed Governor Stone on behalf of Republicanism and General John W Schall for state treasurer.

Norristown Harrisbore Anthuaylites Doe A. Buchanan T. Darlington Buckwalter J. P. Hale Jenkins J. Elwood le Bima M. Stauffer Quay

Transatlantic Shipping Arrivals and Departures Noted

A New York dispatch lists ships arriving and clearing coastal ports and European passages. Vessels include Worken ium Amsterdam Kaiser Wilhelm Der Gropae Bremen and others passing Southampton Cherbourg and Bremen with delays due to fog and weather as routes shift between New York and European ports.

New York Worken Ium Amsterdam Kaiser Wilhelm der Gropae Bremen Frederich der Gromie Southampton Balled Cevic Liverpool Westernland Antwer Furet Blemarck Mamburg Cherbourg Bouthampton St. Paul Kaiser Friedrich Likurd Boulogne Rotter Kingdale Bervila Trave

Arthur Tennyson Dies in London

London report states Arthur Tennyson, younger brother of the renowned poet Alfred Tennyson, died today in the capital. The obituary notes his relation to the poet but provides limited biographical detail.

London Arthur Tennyson Alfred Tennyson

Bloody race riots in Alabama leave three dead

In Jefferson county near Cardiff ore mines two white mobs and black miners clashed in Glasgow Hollow. Three black workers Ed Ellia Jim Dill Adams Samuels died. Wounded Rudolph Williams George Thomas mortally, as Sheriff O Brien gathered a hundred armed men to restore order.

Birmingham Ala Cardiff Jefferson County Ellia Jim Dill Adams Famuels Rudolph Williams George Thomas Glasgow Hollow Rad Tile Jim DI Adam Samuels Tolin Sheppard Monroe Joney Corona Ait Hoves Edils O'Brien

Brilliant musical evening at Borunton Bicycle Club

A large audience enjoyed a concert directed by Miss Marie Higgins with performers Mrs. Joseph O'Brien Miss Munlel M Toward Miss Sadie Timlin Miss Gilgalion Archbald's W A Kelly Master John Howard Agnes Callahan and Teresa Loftus. Gilgalion received praise for her soprano voice and aims for operatic study as the crowd applauded the duet I Heard a Voice and How In You Know. A post concert reception featured additional music by Miss Kate Rea.

Borunton Gilgallon Voi Genoa Mies Kate Rearihen

St Cecilia’s Academy Commencement at St Thomas Hall

The St Cecilia’s academy commencement was held yesterday morning at St Thomas college hall with Rev Bishop Hoban and other clergy in attendance. Bishop Hoban awarded crowns and silver medals to graduates in Academic Commercial and Hookkeeping departments and gave a closing address.

St. Thomas College Hall St. Cecilia's Academy Bishop Hoban T. Fp, Coffey Carbondale N. J. McManus Providence Dg. A. O'Reilly John J. Loughran Daminte Landro Josephine Paula Leonard Loretta Genevieve Caffrey Mary Margaret Burke Mabel Dorothy Doran Anna Louise McLaughlin Katharine Elizabeth Roche Adelaide Plorence Brown Mary Genevieve Cawley Katherine Veronica Konia Eileen Anna Ginley Honora Alphonsa Glynn Mary Antoinette Hughes Mary Edward Kane Grace Barnaba Kinney Helen Elisabeth Nolan Lillian Mare

Philippine troop shortage prompts new recruitment drive

Washington reports a fifteen percent shortfall in Otis’s force in the Philippines due to illness and casualties. The War Department plans to recruit in the United States, with officers able to supply about 1000 men weekly, while 5000 volunteers are gathered in San Francisco for transport as ships become available.

War Department San Francisco Washington Philippines Alger Owls Sea-Son Otis United States Department

Pawnee Burned En Route to Haston and Brunswick

The British steamship Aldborough reports the Clyde line steamer Pawnee destroyed by fire in the Delaware River. The ship Wis burned to the waterline with no survivors. Crew were rescued by the George W. Clyde and landed at Wilmington after midnight Sunday.

Clyde Line Philadelphia Aldborough Cardenas Delaware River Pawsnee Haston Chairlestown Brunswick Wis Cape Char New York Wilmington Pawnee George W. Clyde

Green is a Wanted Man in Washington for Murder

Harrisburg June 2 Governor Stone received a telex from Governor Rogers of Washington stating John RL Giv en, arrested here for fleecing a forier, is wanted in Washington for a serious crime. Rogers requests notification of Dauphin County sheriff that Green is wanted and is in cooperative character. An officer travels from Washington with a requisition for extradition to Seattle for arraignment on a murder charge.

Harrisbute Coevrnor Stone Rogers Washington John RL Giveen Fortier Chevernor Stone Dauphin County Greenix Seattle

Engineers at Cape May Open Thirty-First Convention

The open session of the thirty-first annual convention of the American Society of Civil Engineers was held at the Stack hotel in Cape May on June 22. President Witzgerald opened with remarks on early American engineering history and committee appointments were made. Carthell outlined plans for an international congress to accompany the Paris exposition next year.

Cape May American Society of Cw Magincore Stack Hotel Peme Witzgerald Eaelety United States WJ. Carthell

Pension Notices Reach Wide in Pennsylvania and Washington

Read as OCR, the clipping lists pension entries and widows including names such as Joseph A. Wilde and Anna B. E. Conner. Mentions Scranton and other locales with certification notes and dates unclear due to degraded text.

Pennsylvania Washington Aton Joseph A. Wilde Pradford Mekhoun Anna BE. Conner Scranton

State sues Tunkhannock Ice Co for charter irregularities

Harrisburg June 27. The state department filed a charter suit against the Tunkhannock Ice Co with a capital reported as zero. The action seeks reformation and proper capitalization and corporate status.

Harrisburg State Department Tunkhannock Icec Company Aston

Weather Forecast for Washington and Surrounding Areas

A garbled forecast indicates an unsettled pattern with threats of easterly winds and possible showers. Details are unclear but readers should expect changing conditions through the coming days with variable winds.

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Clearfield Court of Justice Palmer WM. Epps Siberia Fulton Henry Biuewert Mimilten M. Choate Rough Riders Philippine Sheriff White Alive Whitney Third District First District Republicata Kloot Delegatve Hgh School Cass Lake Country U.S. District Court Alabama ST. Cecilia’s Gen. Otis Green Plains The Iceman Woshington Lorenaston Penneyivantia
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