05 Mar 1896
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1896
Page
1
The fragment mentions an annex and dregs attire, but lacks clear events, subjects, or actions to summarize into a factual news item. The readable portion suggests a tense or joking remark about appearance during a deteriorating annex state without concrete details.
A new Jacquard weave imitates an Oriental scene in warm subdued tones. The subtle effect resembles a multicolored marble, creating a wavey harmony of tones that enhances the fabric’s charm.
A description highlights Diced Crepons and two tone Crepons with parallel knotted line effects in warm colors. The article presents an interesting group L that captivates attention with its distinct textures and color blends.
Vivid plaid effects adorn silk surfaces with a gallery of new materials. Persians Electrines Mozambiques Coralils Allroyds Islet Suitings Woyrville Cloths Demas Jacquards Belege Jacquards Wapple Suitings Sayre Vallida Suitings Mothair lines Canvas Boucles Alpine Tourleat Suitings Blevele Suitings Zelmires. The list emphasizes novelty without dwelling on every detail.
A local vendor promotes a wide assortment of fabrics including cashmeres serges and mohair blends. They tout improved texture and new colorings and claim a superior selection with many fabrics such as cheviots storm berges and whipcords.
Madrid reports General Weyler hopes not to use extreme measures as Cuba crisis deepens. Officials cite potential U S intervention and discuss Congress resolutions while Spain weighs its stance amid calls to end Cuban rule. Opinions split between restraint and decisive action.
Senor Elduayen resigns as foreign minister after a cabinet meeting. The Duke of Etuan to succeed and take oath tomorrow. Universities closed. artillery credit approved. naval recruits called. University students riot. police disperse 400 med students and citizens. officers threatened, minor injuries reported. Havana despatch notes U.S. Cuba policy approved and rebel forces pressed.
Dr. W. P. Palmer, a renowned Virginia antiquarian and writer, died last night after an emotional exchange with Rev. D. Garratt in Richmond. The discussion followed President Cleveland's Venezuelan message to Congress, with Palmer condemned the president’s utterances before his death.
The individual suddenly lost all power of speech and was removed to a hospital. He never recovered his health nor the faculty of speech.
A concurrent resolution was introduced in the Kentucky House by Democrat Swineford proposing adjournment sine die next Wednesday, with the session stretching to March 17 if approved. The senatorial balloting showed ex-Judge Holt as the Republican front runner for senior, Blackburn securing nine votes and the rest scattered.
March 4 Johnstown Pa fire raged hours fanned by wind destroying the Daily Democrat office on the first floor and damaging Nathin Miller's grocers store. The blaze caused extensive damage to the building, equipment, and surrounding properties with about 50,000 in losses reported. Firefighters battled the flames for hours as the courthouse and nearby shops faced danger.
A party of serenade musicians at Burt residence in Bridporton New Jersey triggered a violent confrontation. Blanks fired, chairs and doors damaged, several injured including Mrs Burt and Bove. Dr Frank Bateman treated Mrs Burt and others for serious injuries amid a tense scene with cordwood remains and broken glass.
News from Abyssinia reports heavy Italian losses at Adowa and a catastrophic retreat. Rioting erupts in Milan and Venice as crowds denounce the government and demand accountability for the disaster. General Baratieri is recalled to Rome awaiting inquiry into command.
A Maryland physics professor claims a new photographic method using a common horseshoe to capture perfect photographs of rapid objects. He asserts the technique yields superior results to cathode ray methods by recording light and shade with the object, contradicting existing photomethods and suggesting a new form of light force.
A tremor struck Reading Pennsylvania yesterday afternoon causing strong shaking across several streets. Residents reported window rattles and minor structural movement with some confusion about the event’s origin and location within the town.
General Harrison told Commercial Advertiser reporters that his marriage to Mrs. Dimmick will occur in April at St. Thomas Church in New York City. The Rev. Dr. John Wesley Brown will officiate.
Governor FP T Gireenhalee died from pneumonia this morning. Frederick Thomas Greenhalge was born in Clitheré Maglaid July 0. He came to this country with his father in 1st.
The morning brief covers international and national events including Spain relying on President Cleveland, a mine disaster in Prussia, a major Johnstown fire, and congressional actions. It notes Bishop Kenrick's death, market quotes, liquor license debates, and updates from Scranton suburbs with general sports and industrial items.
Mrs. Blaine widow of James G Blaine plans to relocate her husband s remains from Washington to a private cemetery near Augusta Maine his old home. The selected site is described as an exceedingly beautiful tract of land.
Fire today consumed the dwelling of G I Beecher and the barn of Samuel A Dick near Carlisle Pennsylvania. Total loss included both structures and their contents with no reports of injuries.
The Augusta publisher owner plans to convert a private park into a burial ground for Mr. Blaine's remains, with Mrs. Blilie declining any portion of the tract. Senator Hale indicated awareness of a proposed pit near the Keeneber river brow but no immediate action until spring, noting the spot chosen by Mrs. Blaine is beautiful and lower than nearby.
A Prussian mine explosion and ensuing fire at Bhattowits Cleophasnile in Silica todin killed twenty seven miners. Rescuers saved eighty entombed workers and many relatives gathered at the pit mouth as cries and grief filled the scene. Thirty three miners remain missing as rescue efforts continue in a tragic pit disaster.
Alfred Breckenridge Harrisburg alderman and pension attorney faced trial in United States district court before Judge Butler on charges of post dating vouchers for two pensions and sending alleged false affidavits to obtain pension money. The judge found no fraudulent intent though technically guilty. a verdict was returned not guilty on the false affidavits count.
Heirs of Hurkhard Moser sue Lehigh Coal and Navigation in Schuylkill common pleas to reclaim about 200 acres of coal land in Tamaqua and Rahn Township alleging ancestral warrant and partial looting by the company. Heirs dispersed nationwide join the action.
Washington reports that Commissioner of Pensions Locken reviewed Mrs Bell AL Lockwood’s appeal over a $25 refund from clan dos adjustments. The case involved claims of fees and potential disbarment, with the commissioner finding no disqualifying conduct and stating the matter had no serious character.
Antonio Fier, resident of Mott Street New York, visited friends in Jersey City and during a quarrel shot three persons. Miss Catheld Macelleto was shot in the face, John Delisto shot in the shoulder, and Densis Dehisto aged 1 shot in the neck. Fier was arrested. The woman is in critical condition and the men are seriously wounded.
A prominent member of the executive committee of the bimetallic Democratic national committee headquartered in Washington states the free silver Democrats will control the Democratic national convention by a divided majority.
In Orange New Jersey a rift within the Salvation Army erupts between Ballington Booth and sister Iva Booth with Colonel Nicol leading opposing factions. Major Susie Swift and other American officers head to assist Miss Booth as disputes over leadership and property rights threaten to divide the corps amid plans to form a new movement.
The Revenue Cutter Morrill seized a schooner named S. Mallory loaded with arms and caliinom. The vessel and cargo were turned over to the collectors for seizure under U S law. Governor Hastings to attend a Republican dinner in Bridgeport with other political figures. William J. Cronin, Republican committee member, died.
The aged physician Dr Winn Corot died yesterday at his home near Miymouth Meeting in Montgomery county. The fourth class postmasters were appointed at Penniwwiwania Franklin east Benton and Lackawanni county. Secretary Reeder is touring in union work as the Allegheny Civ company applies for a charter seeking exclusive franchise for a gas company and protests others from rights.
Finley’s announces the opening of its second spring stock praising popularity and quality. The message highlights muslin gowns trimmed with insertion and cambric ru tle at 69 cents, embroidered and ruched options at 1.50, square neck gowns, and other embroidered ruffle collars.
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