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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1901

Page

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Magee Remembered As Senate Honors Late Senator Magee

The Pennsylvania legislature in special session pays tribute to the late Senator Christopher Lyman Magee of Pittsburgh. Senate vows to attend his funeral in Pittsburgh and adjourns after a memorial for Magee. Committees take up bills with amendments and schedule future hearings and a special session for March 27.

Mir Fechit Dabon Vy Elections Favor Hoty Mir Jfecht Berkelbach Philadelphia Flinn Alleheny Senate Pittsburg Grady Magee Muehlbranner Adleghery Maker

Philadelphia House Debates Hearing for Cooper Resolution

The Philadelphia house debated Cooper’s resolution and proposed amendments relating to hearings on inland railway bills. A Wednesday hearing room was requested and adopted, with foes accusing the measure of weak committee consideration while supporters urged fair hearings for both sides. The vote failed the amendment to expand chamber use, and three days’ notice for hearings was set.

Cooper Philadelphia Bpouker Marshall Municipal Corporations Committee Voorhees Mumledpal Corp Phlhadelphia Heipyer Carene Chabymine Wille Philwelphia Howe Mrn. Colville Br. Cooper Delaware Board of Trade and Allied Organizations Coaper Philidelthia Colville Cld Nimectt

Democrats Frame A Ballot Bill In Sae Meeting

Exclusive wire reports the Democratic executive committee and leaders framed a ballot reform bill at a state capital meeting. The plan restructures presidential ballot layout, party appellation, and candidate listing with new constraints while outlining nomination details and committee attendees.

Imiodington Wits Tom Cael Cael Godup Eune Hidatow Poeetdone Elootur Otters Phatt Adlieu Leer Tle Teaane Che Committee National Cimnlitionemunities M. Gaffer Pitehure Conseresinen Hall Melktine McAleer Mutohler Congressanal Ateo Dine Quieed Detlot Lalinn

Mr Harrison's Condition Cited No Great Alarm

A dispatch from Hullonapelle reports physicians see no serious cause for worry about General Marlen on duty at the White House. Doctors note his temperature and pulse show modest fluctuation and fear he may face a difficult night.

J*iea Hullonapelle Mark JD Hemedaileon Wewriean iMedlew Elie Wate Marlen

Supreme Court Upholds Ticket Walking Law

Exclusive wire reports the Supreme Court sustains the constitutionality of the ticket walking law of the state. The case Carlisle Keaty of Pittsburgh appealed from the Superior Court judgment. Keaty ran a railroad helmte business at Mitthong and argued the act did not connect with the alleged scheme to prevent competitors from selling their weekly wares.

Poow Villadelpha March U Supreme Court Tlwatate Eam Edward V. Keaty Pittsburg Superior Court Keary Helmte Mitthong Prewenhel & Pomen Folliryle Gelling Mduel Hanal

Boers Join the British in South Africa

The former opponents of Britain in South Africa join the British defense as General De Wet moves northward toward the railway. Refugees seek shelter within British lines, with thousands seeking protection and some enlisting with British forces as towns pledge loyalty.

de Wet Transvaal

Lutz Sentenced to Be Hanged in West Pittston Case

Exclusive wire reports John Lutz, convicted wife murderer in West Pittston, was sentenced to death by Judge Halsey in Wilkes-Barre Missouri. The defendant showed dazed reaction and denied objections as guards prepared for execution. Jury issues and intimidation allegations preceded a second trial leading to a first degree verdict.

Botha Open to Surrender as Armistice Sought

By Livchateo Wine from The Andelawl Pree Lorenzo Marquez March 11 General Botha is willing to surrender He asks an armistice to communicate with General De Wet and Mr Steyn If they decline it is believed Bow Ws surrender The Boers have no artillery or ammunition and are burying all their guns The railway from Lorenzo Marques to Pretoria is practically clear of Boers.

Andelawl Pree Lorenzo Marquez Botha Cleneral de Wet Mr Steyn Bow Ws

Balkan peace pledge reached by Russia and Turkey

Exclusive wire reports from Constantinople dated March 11 say the official Ikdam newspaper announces Russia and Turkey have reached a complete understanding to preserve peace in the Balkans. The accord aims to calm the region and prevent further hostilities amid tensions in the area.

Russian Turkey Associated Pre Constantinople Ikdam Russia Balkans

Governor's Right of Veto in Public School Funds Battle

Exclusive wire from The Ampolgtes Prom reports Sassene court hearing on the constitutional governor veto power over public school funds. Case centers on reducing a 10,000,000 appropriation. May Iideo and Montgomew county attorneys Grey and Kratz represented appellants. Attorney General Hiking argued for the commonwealth.

Ampolgtes Prom Philadelphia Commonwealth

Nation Jury Disagreed on Currie Nathen Case Verdict

A jury in Wichita Kansas failed to report a verdict after hearing testimony on a joint here everal works age and a fit of emotional agitation. The exact outcome remains unsettled as reporting is incomplete and the case details are unclear.

Wichita Kan Maoh

Berwind-White to Raise Wages in Central Pennsylvania

Private notices from The Associated Press report Berwind-White Coal Mining Company will raise wages by a percentage starting April 1 across Windsor Oxwoola Mills Horsttle and other Central Pennsylvania mines. About 7000 workers affected in Windsor region. company known for high wage rates and stable operations with minimal labor disturbances.

Berwind-White Coal Mining Company Perea Pitteburg Pittabure Windsor Oxwoola, Mills, Hor‘tle Pennsylvania Eroploves

Ice Breaks Up Susquehanna After Heavy Freeze

The Susquehanna River near York and Wrightsville shows ice moving off with crevasses forming and a potential gorge risk at McCall's ferry. Marietta faces rising water and fears for safety as ice jams threaten low-lying areas along the river. Authorities report the break up began near Wrightsville with manageable flooding expected unless a large gorge develops.

Tancaster Tht Susquehanna Columbia Wrightaville Pagriebure Marietta Carey York Thad Wien Breike Safe Harbor Tim Tewr Wedne York Fee Wrishteville Daubleis McCall's Ferry Wrightsville

Log Jam Ties Susquehanna Near Clearfield

Log jams in the west branch of the Susquehanna River near Curwensville threaten the area as miles of logs 15 feet high back up floodwaters. Old lumbermen warn moss failure could wipe out bridges, with rafts trapped upriver and farmers damaged by the surge. Snow blankets the region while an attempt to open a channel with dynamite is planned.

Carfeld Susquehanna River Curwensville Clearfield

Large Annuity for Edward in Commons Debate

In the house of commons today Sir Michael Hicks Beach moved the appointment of a select committee to consider the new civil list. He signaled a possible increase in the civil list noting that King Edward has a queen consort and rules a world wide empire.

Pyrat London House of Commons Michael Hicks Teach Victoria Edward United Kingdom

Strikes End as Medvalve Workers Return to Mines

Workers at Swamp colliery and other Ninth district mines return to work after a brief strike. The Mine Workers union reports a pay increase to be continued until April 1, with plans to push further talks at the Hamilton convention.

Sharokin Mark V Flickers Swamp Time Coal Company al Ponunion Mion Mine Workers’ Union Union Coal Company Haeleton Joost Ad Pee

Oleomargarine Law Sustained by Supreme Court

The Supreme court sustained the oleomargarine law amid appeal from Metwon & Co of Pitiohne. The case came before the court on review of a decision by the Pidte dire Genitive plier culrt and the Siperiar owt.

Supreme Court Tolloy

Laundry Blast at Chicago Laundry Kills Eight

Explosion at the Doremus laundry 462 West Madison Street kills eight and leaves several missing. Proprietor A L Dorenius held by police as officials weigh causes. Firemen and police clash over rescue duties delaying body recovery as wreckers move in to pull down debris.

Chisago Doremus West Madison Street Frank Hannelin Martha Jocobi Bessie Kusaba Kate Vows Catherine Kelly George Piehl Emma Sabrucki Minnie Olsen A. L. Dorenius Kiclbassa Jackson Brow Jackson Bros

Testimonial to the Late Senator Magee

A Philadelphia wire service report states the Pennsylvania State League of Republican clubs adopted a minute on the death of Christo pher L. Magee of Pittsburg. They praise his fearless devotion to party principles, generosity, and broad vision, and resolve to forward expressions of regret to his widow.

Pennsylvania State League of Republican Clubs Preza Philadelphia Christopher L. Magee Pittsburg State League of Republican Clubs Magee Jit League

Governor Nominates Alderman and Hospital Trustees

The governor sent to the senate the nomination of J Poly as alderman for Bradt Third ward to serve until May 1, 1802. He also named trustees for the State Hospital for the Insane at Danville for terms of years: James Scarlet, William K. Wolloway, Fountain W. Crider, ML Detwerler, Olin PL Harvey, Howard Lyon, Morireo MH Kulp, Charles Chalfant, W. Gouger.

Harristong Poly Bradt Olive Aleeent State Hospital Danville James Scarlet William K. Wolloway Fountain W. Crider Bellefontes UI ML Detwerler Willinine Port Olin PL Harvey Wilkewthirre Moward Lyon Willamport Moriroo MH Kulp Shamokin Charles Chalfant W. 1 Gouger Danevile

Bryan Visits New York in Polished Campaign Stop

William J. Bryan, Democratic presidential candidate, visits New York with aides Dr. David and Congressman Duller, meeting Mayor Von Wyck in his city hall office. Bevan notes Bryan did not discuss politics with the mayor during the call.

Frelvelve Associated Prea New York Willian J. Uryat Dm Diedver

Thieves Wreck a Bank at Bellwood

Special to the Beranton Tribune reports the Hellwood Deposit Bank in Bellwood entered by thieves last night. The safe was blown with dynamite breaking plate glass. About $500 in currency stolen. Building damaged extensively.

Helidaveburg Maro I Hellwood Deposit Bank Bellwood

Dinner Postponed by Governor's Advance in Pittsburg

A brief notice records Governor Stone leaving a hotel for Pittsburg to attend Sendford's funeral. Due to the governor's advance schedule, a dinner planned for tomorrow evening has been postponed until Wednesday at the reception location.

Stone Aeotel Pittsburg Sendford Magee

Weather and political notices from The News This Morning

Weather indicates fair conditions with a colder trend today. The issue listsGeneral State Legislature honors and a rejected treaty amendment. Local items report a dramatic death by self harm and political maneuvering as Democrats seek a Mayoral candidate. Northeastern loans and industrial news accompany financial updates.

Collapse of the Insurrection Report From Manila

Cablegram from General MacArthur in Manila reports General Marian De Dios four officers and 70 men surrendered at Naio, signaling a collapse of the insurrection. The dispatch notes improving conditions across the region with ongoing captures and surrenders since January.

Washington MacArthur Manila Marian de Dios Naio Nnne Arma

Conger Leaves Pekin for United States

Cable from Pekin reports Minister Conger departs for America on March 11 with sixty days leave to begin on arrival in San Francisco. Rockhill not a successor but a special commissioner authorized to negotiate with China and other ministers on Boxer uprising disputes.

Washington Etate Department Jay Conger Pekin United States San Francisco Pein America WoehWill Rockhill

Supreme Court Grants Injunction Over Borough Sewer Payment

The Supreme Court reversed the lower court in the Olyphant case of BP O Malley v Borough of Olyphant. An injunction now restrains the burgess town council and treasurer from issuing warrants or paying Flanaghan and Hare or assignees for sewer construction costs in the First Lower district. Costs are to be split between the borough and the contractors. The common pleas judgment is affirmed.

Supreme Court O'Malley Ver Olyphant C. P. O'Malley Flanaghan & Ohoro rMesus Hatter Flanaghin & Org Flannehan & Hare Lewer O'Malley Common Pleas

Fire destroys Atlas grocery at WIT Weat Market

Early morning fire gutted the Atlas grocery at Market and South Main in Scranton. Firemen confined the blaze to the structure after an hour. interior completely ruined, building threatened. Ownership listed as the Heatherhut estate.损损损 damage estimated in the thousands. origin not determined.

T. Atlas Wit Weat Market O'Clwk Box Ti Market Atest South Main Avenue Scranton Econbal Heterhwut Tela Low Smeture

Philadelphia Walking Race Ends With Multiple Retirements

A Philadelphia walking race held at dawn saw several competitors retire including Martin Horm George Martin James Graham and Peter Golden due to injuries and fatigue. The event featured ten finishers with Hegdeman Heed Mart Wey Greek Howarth Dee Kream and others among the scorers.

Philadelphia Tvgan Martin Horm Geoge Martin James Graham Peter Golden Hegdeman Heed Mart Howarth Dee Kream Cavanaugh Marnes Clifford McTage Tracy

British Regretful Reply Delays Isthmian Canal Talks

Lord Pauncefote delivered Lord Lansdowne's Hay Pauncefote terms to Secretary Hay as the British government rejects Senate amendments to the canal treaty. The note expresses regret without offering an alternative, delaying new negotiations while a general statement may be issued after the president's review.

United States Hay Washington Lord Pauncefole Lord Lonedowne State Department Mani Great Britain Congress

Weather forecast for Washington region amid unsettled winds

Fragmentary forecast notes cooler Tuesday with diminishing westerly winds and temperatures near 16 degrees. Wednesday conditions unclear with potential further changes and unsettled patterns in the vicinity of Mareil Jonocant and Gly area.

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