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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1896
Page
1
Prices quoted for Rich Laces in White or Butter shades and net tops in Point de Venice and Maline Laces. Wonder ful wealth of new designs includes Narrow Chantillys in Black or White at specially low figures.
The latest linen embroidery bargains draw shoppers with affordable prices. Dealers promote new patterns and discounts on decorative linens appealing to home makers and crafters seeking value this season.
Large pump secured in anticipation of flooding as no pumping has been done since the cave in. Twin shaft at Pittston Junction entombs about eighty men since Sunday morning with no surface escape in sight. Rescue teams labor slowly amid gas, water, and cave ins as relatives gather at daybreak and endure repeated disappointments.
Reported difficulties persist as rescue teams struggle in the Twin shaft with no clear count of entombed men. Repeatedly, progress is halted by squeezing and quaking as they push toward No. 2 slope, awaiting heavy sledges to clear debris.
Baltimore June 29 Cardinal Gibbons told the press Pope Leo XIII has sent a publicized encyclical on restoring unity among Christian churches. The letter defends the church's perpetual magisterium and papal authority while asserting the church guides faith and state. The article also reports a separate mining tunnel collapse story with fears of a full cave-in and ongoing rescue efforts.
In Peapack Somerset county nearly the entire town gathered as witnesses in a United States court over Asher Fleming charged with sending obscene letters to Oscar Smith. The letters accuse Smith of improper relations with several women including his niece and threaten tar and feathers unless he leaves the community. Fleming denied sending them but witnesses testified he admitted authorship. Fleming also acknowledged a prior assault and battery conviction.
Benton Harbor June 29 Peter Scherer signs with Graham and Morton Transportation to locate the lost steamer in water depths and shore proximity. Spirtualist medium Lederer offers to help claiming batch of rewards from $1 000 to $5 000 for finding the Chivora within specified limits as Graham invites other clairvoyants to bid.
Telegram to Sheriff says governor defers execution of Abram T. Eckert until Thursday October with papers due by special messenger. Sheriff reports Eckert prayed after being informed of the stay as details are transmitted from the governor’s private secretary.
Garret A. Hobart, Republican vice presidential nominee, spent Sunday at his Paterson office doing private business and denied a Sunday report that he would visit Major McKinley in Canton on Tuesday. He said a visit might occur, but no definite date was set.
A lightning bolt hit Henry Kinder near Kokomo Indiana during a storm, demolishing the roof and ripping his pants. The shaft traveled to the ground floor, but Kinder suffered only minor injuries while others in the three-family house remained unharmed.
Canton June 29 The Notification Committee arrived by special train from Cleveland to present Major McKinley with formal nomination for President of the United States. A large Canton reception followed with speeches by Senator Thurston and Major McKinley reflecting on protectionism unity and the party’s platform.
Consul General Lee says on June 2 that Collector Ryan had no authority to speak for him on Cuban matters. He states he never spoke confidentially or otherwise with Ryan and that any statements are Ryan’s own opinion, not his.
At Republican conventions in Luzerne County, Jacob Roberts coal operator Wilkes-Barre. E A Corey West Pittston. C B Miller Nanticoke. T M Powell Hazleton. Samuel Hooper Mains. E L Reilly Ashley were named for state legislature districts One through Six. Favoritism unclear. enthusiasm low.
A ferry accident at Castle Island near City Point leaves four youths aged 12 to 15 dead and several others injured after a gang plank collapse and float overturn during Farragut day crowds. A separate incident at Lake Massapotuk reports five drownings during a church outing when a boat capsized and swimmers could not reach aid.
Weather today shows warmer indications with pair. No rescue hopes for Pittston mine victims. Major McKinley nominated for currency roles and notified. Democratic hosts gathering in Chicago. Local notes cover mine disasters anniversary and venue change in a sports dispute. Scranton loses in Tenth Inning. broader league results noted.
A telegram to the Navy Department reports the death today at 1 8 from causes not specified. Wilson served as chief constructor of the navy at the Heaton Navy Yard. He was a prominent figure in naval construction.
Ex Governor Boles, back from a Grundy county farm, comments on a New York Herald telegram and the currency issue. He argues that silver sentiment exists in the south and west and disputes the claim that Democrats or Republicans are committed to a gold standard, urging discussion rather than rigid policy.
Richmond June 29 Visitors to the Confederate reunion arrive in large numbers as plans unfold for the Davis monument ceremony. General Stephen D Lee is set to speak at the cornerstone laying with Jefferson Davis, Mrs. Davis, and other veterans present. Meanwhile figures in Canton and Boston note shifts in Republican leadership.
New York weather report notes fair to warm conditions with light north and northwest winds. By Wednesday expect mostly sunny skies with a slight rise in temperatures and variable winds veering south and southwest, with possible local rain or thunderstorms along coasts in morning or night.
The advertisement touts a range of waists and dresses with guaranteed lowest prices this season. Fancy Lawn Waists in all colors 48 cents, Fancy Percale Waists at 69 cents, Better Percale Waists 96 cents, Fancy Stripe Lawn Waists 1.19, Extra Fine waists 1.38 1.45 1.65, and Celebrated King Waists in multiple fabrics at 1.48 1.75 1.98 2.25. Also plain white waists inBatiste and Dimity, black Himalaya waists, silk jacquard house waists, and children’s dresses plus boys’ outfits at reduced prices.
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