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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1894
Page
1
A mob frees from captivity and lynches a Black murderer near Monroe County. The fugitive is pursued to a bank of the Pocoio and captured under a tree where the body hung for two hours. Pieces of rope and bark souvenirs are noted. no arrests reported.
The escaped murderer Puryear, linked to the Crimination case of Ceriatian C. Enlers, fled toward Palmer's Island before being captured a quarter mile from town. A mob of about 1,000, including 200 women, hanged him from a tree as law enforcement stood aside. The body lay in view for hours before removal, with a local photographer recalling the grim scene.
Excitement ran high as a mob hanged a man identified as Par year. A coroner's jury convened at the jail to hear the sheriff's count of the escape and adjourned without immediate arrests. Witnesses say detectives aim to identify and arrest all parties, but few in the crowd are named.
Testimony presents Miss Pollard as a modest girl with no known ties to Colonel Breckinridge. Witnesses recount past visits and insist no improper relation existed. Depositions emphasize lack of misconduct and urge truth in the Lexington case as court adjourns to continue hearings.
In Cantisiy Pa March 15 residents are upset over a dog attack that left several children bitten and one believed dying. Authorities say four victims were struck by the animal before it was killed and nearly all bitten animals were shot.
A string of brief items reports fires near Poreet and tramway incidents in Rawting, a Con train accident near Mineravilla, and a fatal flagman accident in York. Legal notes cover bail defaults and elopement in Rapho county, while jail and court actions unfold in Lehigh, Lebanon, Huntingdon, Williamsport, and Bellefonte. Other items note Meadvile dairy leadership, pepper attack on a deputy, a sheriff’s bond, a poster theft, and electric branch openings in Philadelphia.
Governor Waite faces a fatal confrontation as militia and police clash with crowds in Denver. National Guard and U S troops deployed after injunction battles and court orders, while leaders seek peaceful resolution amid fears of bloodshed and mob action.
During a patrol escort from the Standard Silk mill in Phillipsburg, Deputy Sheriff John Esler was struck in the face by a stone as striker activity escalated. A man named Keller fired his revolver during the disturbance, adding to the chaotic scene as deputies continued to move workers to safety.
An incident ended with Policeman Steiner arresting Keller after a struggle. Keller was disarmed and taken to the lockup as an excited crowd threatened violence. He was later freed on bail for a hearing tomorrow amid chaotic reports from the scene.
The Senate debated Bland's seigniorage plan as supporters including Carey of Wyoming and Mitchell of Oregon urged passage. The roll call showed Populists voting yes while a bloc of Republicans and Democrats split, with party leaders pairing and heavy gallery activity reported amid the coast and geodetic survey clash.
In Winkes Banke Pa March 15 a third body was recovered from the Gaylord mine shaft. The remains of Thomas J. Jones were identified after a difficult recovery as the search continues amid new rockfalls. Funeral held at 4 pm in Plymouth with widow and five children awaiting the loss.
The Brown University professor Alonzo Williams was nominated for governor. Edward Cobin was chosen for attorney general and Samuel Clark for general reefer. George Peabody Wortham was re nominated to run as United States senator.
Jumbled OCR fragment mentions Knowas city Republicans at a state convention in Tipokadine, gambling concerns, a Minneapolis search for a 2000 St Bernard puppy named Stella, wills and church events in Baltimore and Wheeling, a New York broker abduct case, Vanderbilt funding, a yacht, defunct bank fraud and a four year prison term for a teller.
Officials appointed postmasters in Duryea and Louisville while other nominations face confirmation. The house committee moves toward a constitutional amendment for direct senatorial elections. A Chilean claims commission ends its activity, and France seeks $70000 for World’s Fair exhibit losses.
A bomb exploded inside the Church of the Madeleine in Paris during Lent services injuring many and killing the bomber. The attacker, believed to be the anarchist Pabardy, carried a pocket containing clippings and portraits of Ravachol and others. Police detained several suspects as investigators process the blast and its link to recent bombings at the Raw St. Jacques hotel.
Three workers at Kingston Coal Company suffered a fatal accident while conversing beside a platform at the head of the plane. Maven Staney and Probkoskie were instantly killed, while Dryden sustained mortal injuries.
Patrick Powers, president of the Eastern league, visited Allentown to urge the local ball club led by manager Mike Kelly to join the circuit. No definite agreement was reached. Negotiations include players Oly Carroll Hark Baldwin Sam Wise and pitcher Davies from last year's New York team.
A 25 year old bride Lillian Hornberger and 17 year old William Welkerin eloped to Philadelphia after evading the mother’s earlier interference in Shammonin Pennsylvania. The mother had lectured the couple and sent the groom home prior to the elopement attempt.
The steamship Marion arrived from Honolulu with advices from Hawaii up to March 8 signaling progress toward a constitutional convention of many nationalities in San Francisco, dated March 12.
On March 7 President Dole presented a plan for a constitutional convention. It will consist of eighteen current council members with no elected delegates. summoned by presidential proclamation. All residents of Hawaiian territory, including American, Hawaiian, and European citizens, meeting one year residence, registration, and oath requirements, may vote to uphold or restore the provisional government and oppose restoring a nonmonarchical system or queen.
Heirs of Danin A Kaodoltin, a Revolutionary soldier, claim eighty acres once his, now in Philadelphia, were acquired by the expiry of a ninety nine year lease and are valued at $54,000. About forty heirs plan to sue for the property.
The case of Joseph Matuskowitz, known as Big Jow, who sued JC Hayden & Co for 25000, was dismissed by Judge Woodward. The jury was discharged after instructions found negligence lies with mining engineer A J Wolemadorf and that damages were not proven. The outcome may prompt a appeal to the supreme court on engineer liability in mining disputes.
In Avaona Illinois March 13 Mr Jolie L Sprague learns from Washington Pension Department that Horatio S Sprague is deceased and his pension claim cannot be allowed The Second Massachusetts Infantry veteran applied for a June 27 1900 act pension claiming total and permanent disability Evidence of disability and service was filed The applicant learns of the denial after his death.
The Senate Finance Committee held a morning session reviewing the tariff bill's administrative provisions. Republicans argue Democratic proposed changes weaken the bill and outline amendments they say could salvage it. Debate timing and reporting remained unresolved.
Fire at the Grocery Store of Mira Ellen Morton on North Main avenue, West Side, gutted the interior and stock before firefighters could control it. Insurance covers loss. Morton visiting in Denver, Colorado. Origin unknown.
Two blast furnaces started at Bethlehem Iron Company in South Bethlehem Pennsylvania. No 2 blast furnace began tonight after a year idle and employs 10 men. No 6 furnace will start up shortly.
Four of provention will force Dor Norialist an anarchist organ of Berlin to leave Germany. King Woabert of Italy celebrates a birthday in state halting in grand review of troops. Hodalisi in the reichstag declared they would not vote a cent to build a monument to Emperor Willian? but the appropriation was ordered.
Partly cloudy conditions with winds shifting from variable to easterly by noon. Forecasters expect clearer breaks and temperatures nearing seasonal norms for the day.
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