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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1899

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Pasig City Captured in Dawn Philippine Campaign

General Wheaton’s forces capture Pasig after a dawn assault near Manila. Filipino defenders suffer thirty dead and sixteen prisoners. six Americans wounded. U S troops, including the Twentieth and Twenty-Second Infantry and Oregon volunteers, rout rebels near Guadaloupe and Guadaloupe church amid river gunboat bombardment and jungle fire.

Fourth Cavalry Twenty-Second Washington and Oregon Volunteers Washington Voluntewert Oregon Volunteer Fourth United States Cavalry Sixth Artllery San Pedro Macuti Guadaloupe Pasig Wheaton Musse Beatt Twentieth Chaadaloupe Twenty-Second Regiment Ieee Swelook

Local inquest finds clegmand operator criminally responsible

Almona Pennsylvania March inquest into a passenger train crash leads to the verdict that engineer John Yatt and fellow worker George Toeno died. The operator Harry Eckles was found criminally responsible for the accident after testimony and evidence were reviewed.

Almona Marth Im Harry Eckles Clegmand White Whde John Yatt Wiceman George Toeno

Appointment for United States at St Louis

Washington Mareh Martin Carter of Pennsylvania had been appointed. Details on the post or dates remain unclear from the fragment.

Washington Mareh Martin Carter Pennsylvania United States St. Lode

President McKinley Embarks for Ten Day Southern Vacation

President and Mrs. McKinley depart Washington at 6 40 pm for a ten day trip to Thomasville Georgia aboard a special Pullman train on the Atlanticonet and Plant systems. The party includes Vice President Hobart and family along with Cabinet members and aides.

Washington McKinley Thomasville Pullmn Lelantie Horatio Clematio Aberteen Cassius Mobart Hobart Senawre Hanna Mies Hanna Iss Phelps J. N. Rixeyn George B. Cortelyou Issistant M.S. Haines Alver Smith

Clemmer Verdict Affirmed by Supreme Court

The Supreme Court upheld the Montgomery County jury verdict finding James A. Clemmer guilty of murder in the Kaisers case. The testimony detailed a conspiracy to kill Mrs Ena Kaiser for life insurance and to frame her for an attack by others, with Clemmer and accomplices involved in the drive, shooting, and theft.

Supreme Court Montgomery County Philadelphia Montgomery Ermunts Conurt Findliar James A. Clemmer Miuidw Ena P. Kaiser Ueto Chars Kaiser Mere Kapoor L Hand Cletmer Migale Kaiser Quarty Norristown Clemmer Liege de Kalb Aoinely Jissie DeKalb Lizvie DeKalb Ralver Noreristown Woman In Black

Delaney Acquitted in Chester Murder Case

Media Virginia March 1 The jury acquitted Minus Delaney in the murder of Mrs Ann Leonard of Chester. The Leonard husband testified Brown struck him and Delaney killed Mrs Leonard. Brown was convicted of manslaughter and anger followed the verdict.

Media Minus Delaney Ann Leonard Chester Brown Delaney Leonard

Troop Withdrawal Efforts Reported Near Newport News

In Newport News Virginia March 0 a Chicago officer and the transport Meuse are moving 8 00 000 to Havana to lay off Cuban troop forces while another action occurs this afternoon near Hampton Roads.

Newport News Chicago Plavana Sid Tren Hampton Mowde

Death notices and obituaries amid wartime era losses

Death roll includes Willie Wilde brother of Oxenr Wilde in Dowd Chivino Miwonti and C J Thier ex judge of the Dinos Bupreame Court dying of heart disease in Washington. Captain M L Prince of the Revenue Cutter Roulwell praised as an efficient officer. Pastor W H Coopery Memorial Presbyterian Church died at 18, born New York 1841, former editor and army chaplain. W J Reinhard, Keeley Sanitarium alum now at Mellertown, died from morphine use.

Phillips Lapooster March Uwiehov Howard Coopey M. Ty Memorial Presbyterian Church New York Wee J. Reinhard Keeley Sanitartivn Harttburg Pista Mellertown Jefferson Medical Collegy Philadelphia

Cuban Army Split Threatens Porter Gomez Accord

Havana reports a faction of the Cuban army may reject the Porter Gomez agreement and refuse to disband. U S officials led by Robert Porter back the plan as General Gomez faces civil support and possible forcible disarmament after warnings are issued.

Havana Gomes United States Robert P. Porter McKinley Gereral Hiemey Gomez Shenll

Wind Storm Hits Milford Pa Damages Homes Injures Six

A March windstorm swept through Milford Pennsylvania causing extensive property damage and injuring six people. Lightning struck Elijah Van Dermark's house near Bepe Hollow thirteen miles away, while other farm buildings burned and three cows were killed. A rider named Charles Bently suffered serious internal injuries after being thrown from his carriage.

Milford Pile County

General Booth's Condition Reported in Adelaide Dispatch

A Melbourne to New York dispatch cited by Salvation Army headquarters states General William Booth is suffering dysentery yet recovering as expected. The note mentions plans to travel to New Zealand tomorrow to lead a Salvation Army campaign there.

London Mareh Ly Melbourne Victoria New York Willan Booth Salvation Army Adelaide South Australia Booth New Zealand

Officers Mustered Out In Volunteer Army Clearing

Washington March 1 President directs discharge of a number of general and staff officers of the volunteer army. Officers not yet mustered out will be retained under the reorganization law. The general officers mustered out today include Major General Joseph O. Keller and Brigadier Generals Arnold Alexander Kennington Spayder Handall Sheridan Douglas Bornton McKibben Carpenter and Humphress.

Washington Joseph O. Kelfer Arnold Alexander Kennington Spayder Handall Sheridan Douglas Bornton McKibben Carpenter and Humphress

Thought To Keep Her Warm Tragedy Strikes Marshfield Family

In Marshfield Wisconsin a widow Erhard reportedly left her home to visit a neighbor with her two children aged five and under. The youngest slept beside the bed where a live coal hazard led to a fatal blaze. Fire caught the bedding and the room burned, killing the child and injuring others. Police and local residents assess the blaze as a tragic accident.

Marshfield Wia Milladure Erhard Eail

Damaged Text About Wrecked Glass Works and Fires

Fragmentary report notes destruction of glass works and cutlery houses in an incident. It lists damaged warehouses and a number of boxes valued at unidentified amounts. No clear dates or responsible parties are provided.

Atowo Mareh Clue Out Nang Rooma Lil Ateont

Reward For Sandt Kurrikbureg in Philadelphia Meeting

A reward of $1100 is offered for information leading to the disclosure made by members of the hall of representatives of Noris-Ampien county before a committee. The request was presented during a meeting in Maladelphia and concerns Bushiese Men feature. Clyde KK Bundt of Noris-Ampien County is mentioned in connection with the award.

Kurrikbureg Philaidel Shia Bivanh Maladelphia Iiem Une Clyde KK. Bundt Noris- Ampien

Railroad Conductor A L Barker Found Dead in Yard

In Altorns Pennsylvania on March 10 the Pennsylvania Railroad yard conductor A L Barker was found dead on the railroad tracks. His clothes were torn and a misfortune is suspected during coupling of cars. Police investigation pending.

Altorns Penneylvania Railroad A. L. Barker Win Willen

Roosevelt Firm Will Not Sanction Armour Compromise

Governor Roosevelt refuses to approve a proposed settlement with Armour & Company over alleged butter substitute sales. He orders the attorney general to proceed with prosecution. Earlier talks sought a 20000 penalty settlement. Roosevelt says the case should go to court on its merits.

Armour & Co Albany N. Y Roosevelt New York State Armour & Company Chicago Arrow & Company Wericulture Atternew Central Armerr & Company Age Commteloner Gener Hancock Hiowk Atlentica Mig Chavon Anita Ihe Corey

Admiral Sampson Seeks Promotion Reconsideration

Rear Admiral Sampson asks Secretary Long to add his name to a promotion list and explains delays in Senate confirmation. He argues officers failed of warrant due to procedural issues and urges renewal of nominations amid political opposition and wartime needs.

Congress Washington Starh Ti Longstas Sampson Santlugs Hin Lija Ho Oalands CON Rees

Crown Prince Hissed In Oslo Demonstration

Christiania March 12 crowds hissed Prince Gustaf Duke of Wermland as he returned from the ministers club. Police dispersed the crowd and several arrests followed after the crown prince, newly named regent, faced snowballs and jeers amid Norwegian condemnation.

Christiania Nomesy Prince Gustaf Duke of Wermlane Car I Amisters Club

Lewisburg Return Counts From Union County Election

In Lewisburg Pennsylvania the Republican committee counted Union County district returns from Saturday’s primary. WT Hethernel received the most nominations for park commissioner. State convention endorsements went to William Gilroy and C Tarberson. County commissioners were confirmed.

Lewisburg Mann Repub. Fcin Union County Hethearnel OM Poydle William M. Gilstey

Exposition of Farmers Opens at Arm Location

March 1 report from Totedo notes the Oriental exposition of American farmers opening with 20 plates. President W B Preted of Altmay presided as the engine room chairs the event with a group of delegates and attendees.

Totedo Lote Gilas Slon W. B. Pretedo Almay Koutiie Ingeine Ae Geovpead Bie Eiereiuis

In Memory of the Tenth Regiment Monument Measure Proposed

Harrisburg notes introduce a $10,000 bill to erect a monument in the capitol grounds honoring the Tenth Pennsylvania volunteers who died in the Philippines. House action also covers insurance policy controls and election officer pay while other measures move through the legislature.

Harrisburg Capitol al- Giera Pennsylvania Philippines Dyerman Fayette Harris Charfield Alexander Clearfield Mouls Pauphin Pany Leslie Commonwealth Inet Tiles Commonwealth Igner & StAtement Insurance Penneylvania Mr. Cory Luzerne Astute Milluairy Board George A. Jones Philip Zirnook Thomas Frye B. K. Voet Joseph Juniper Wyoming Artillery N. G. Peoneyylvania Isis Stewart Philadelphia McAndrews

Pasig City Weather and Local News Recap

Rain and northeasterly winds affect Pasig as the city faces a day of varied local notices. Reports cover legislative changes, court actions, and regional updates from Scranton to Pittston with emphasis on public affairs and legal matters.

Remains of Admiral Villamil Identified in Cuba

General Wood confirms the remains found near El Morro four miles from Santiago are those of Admiral Villamil of the Spanish torpedo boat destroyer Pluton. The body shows wounds and is to be prepared for return to Spain if requested. kept at the local arsenal with the uniform preserved.

Santiaogo de Cuba Leonid Wood Santlamo Villamil Cervera Jeno Wood Adimiral Villamil Spain

Beef Inquiry advances as government court probes Chicago packing houses

Chicago March 13 rapid progress marked the beef controversy inquiry with nearly a day of witnesses. Three were inspectors from the government bureau of animal industry and the rest employees from Chicago packing houses. Colonel Davis said two or three more days may be needed before the hearings move to Kansas City.

Chicago Government Court of Inquiry Government Bureau of Animal Industry Veveral Chicago Davis Tonigit Hewes

Grand Army of the Republic to elect new commander

Maresh Po-Wey Johnson, senior sder-commander-in-chief, calls the executive committee of the national board of administration to meet at the Continental hotel in Philadelphia on Wednesday April 2. The meeting will select a successor to the late General damee A. Sexton. Senior Vice-Commander Jotineon has been endorsed by the Ohio department and local units.

Cincinnati Maresh Po—Wey Johnson Gram Army of the Republic National Board of Mdministration of the Grand Army Continental Hotel Philadelphia Damee A. Sexton Jotineon Department of Cyhio Ag Jmets Sexton

Washington March D. D. Volunteers Appointed Under Reorganization

The roster lists officers and men appointed today under the new reorganization. Names include Wit ter Mo Metories, private Fourth Pennsylvania volunteers, Piewand 0, Pinte, and other lieutenants and corporals. Listed officers include James Berttfelt, Roymond W. Tardonbergih, and J. an Young among Fifth to Sixth Pennsylvania units.

Washington Heutenanta Witter Mo Ponneyivania Piewand Pennayivania James Berttfelt Lowlenjon Penneyivenii Roymond W

Harrisburg March Joint Session Adopts Quorum Void Vote

A Harrisburg record notes a joint session voting without quorum with only chaplain and another member recorded approving. Names listed include Benaters Menenith and a slate of representatives such as Drophy Creasy Desa Vubotd Hinsen Boyt and Miller. The outcome references several senators and representatives, though many words are garbled.

Harrisburg March Peeliminorice Mmaver Chaplain Dimmoeeck Iby Vee Todte Quas Benaters Menenith Aysder Role Tesentatives Mhbeneser Aduwine Khowkine Kelper Monte Rutherford 4Idet Tord

Fire damages multiple works in Philadelphia area

A large afternoon blaze destroyed the Chesles Hvett conseating works at Wis Nownmarket ethoet in Philadelphia. The lime facility suffered total loss while the lab works and the trusty works of B B his adjoining were only slightly damaged with an estimated cost of about $0,004.

Poiladphii Maresh Chesles Hvett Wis Nownmarket Ethoet Lab B. B

Miners Strike at Mela Con Company Explodes

In Bloomington three hundred workers at Mela Con Company walked out today over wage demands. The assembly gathered at the Sprinefield Convoy plant, with miners from Moreh i and On joining in protest.

Inoomington Moreh i Mela Con Company Sprinefeld Conv

Pensions for Peoretleg Peaindas Widows Authorized

March pensions approved for the original order widows Eilealvih Heet and others from Workington area. Officials from Serenten and Oriel confirmed eligibility and payment arrangements.

Workington, March Peoretleg Peaindas Original Deeonh Milhum, Serenten Oriel Widows Eilealvih Heet Tunkhonmok Weom Lng

Court Opens in March With Calendar for Arguments

The Moreh form of the Superior court opened the term with a core of bona chmen on the calendar for argument. No decisiones were handed down.

Karriborg Ely

Speaker Farr Triumphs as Rule 59 Adjournment Altered

An Illinois House session endorses a resolution by William F. Stewart of Philadelphia abolishing part of Rule 49 on adjournment. The measure affirms Speaker Farr's authority and rebuts opposition charges of unfair rulings, praising his firm conduct and judgment amid political pressure from the Hirriziueg era.

Farr Hiriiziueg Everding Furr Frias William F. Stewart Philadelphia Stewart Ings Agriel Soniter Quay Parr

Explosion at Toulon prompts inquiries on powder magazine

Paris officials report no clear origin for the La Goubran explosion between Toulon and Lap Seyne. The minister of marine notes one section of the magazine contained ether which could decompose, leaving many questions unresolved as investigations continue.

Paris la Goubran M. Leckrosy Alee

Unclear draft recounts foreign policy talk and military moves

Fragmentary text cites President Winkey and General Maxime Games in a debated plan involving Cuba. It hints at disarming the Cuban army and influencing Washington to back a general for broader US aims. Details and names are garbled and uncertain.

Berlin Robert Epi Man! Wien Wirhington U'tibi

Tragic Fire Tragedy in Philadelphia Home

In Philadelphia a house fire results in the death of a child Willie Martin and a man identified as Menilder, while Mrs Catharine Marlin and Pron Levy are injured. A man named Woe is reported in a precarious condition after escaping through a window. Police and firefighters investigated the blaze.

Philadelphia Catharine Marlin Willie Martin Levy

Dever Deliberations on Ballot Procedures Reported

A brief item notes issues with ballots and a witness statement regarding election procedures. The report mentions a Bennington process and a section of the relevant task as part of the observer's review.

Stewart's Candidacy Endorsed in York Meeting

In York Pennsylvania a meeting adopted resolutions endorsing the candidacy of Associate Judge W. F. Hay Stewart of York for the supreme bench. A committee was appointed to present the endorsement to Governor Stone and the appointing authorities.

York W. F. Hay Bttewart Supreme Index Covernor Stone Uta Tho

Appointment of Hebert Putnam as Chairman of Congress

In a morning session, Hebert Putnam of Bowton was appointed chairman of Congress. The action formalizes leadership within the legislative body as officials announce his role and responsibilities.

Weather Forecast Forecast for Washinten and Moreh t

Forecast notes a general weather outlook with winds shifting and precipitation possible in the northeast region. The report cautions about typical spring showers and advises preparation for changing conditions.

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