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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1901

Page

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Vaughan Bill Improves Revenue Measures and Licenses

Special from Harrisburg reports the Vaughan sheriff fee bill moves favorably through the judiciary committee. Provisions would transfer license power to five commissioners and impose steep fees in large counties. The measure aims to curb unlicensed sales while centralizing liquor licensing, with effects on hotels and saloons in Pittsburgh and Allegheny county.

Ksrrisbure Vaughan Shceree Judiciary The Howe Theynolds Siorte Speekildere van le Scranton Tere Marshall Mir. Scheuer Atherton Board of Trade A. F P. Duffy Greeos Geederation Haseen

Bill to Prevent Child Labor in Mines Proposed

Special from Harrisburg March 21 a bill urged by bituminous miners aims to bar employment of anyone under 14 in mines and requires age affidavits and school-readiness proof. Violations carry fines and jail, with hearings by local officials and appeals to quarter sessions. The measure accompanies a broader effort to raise working age across industries.

Harrisburg Trie Rees de Campbell Philbin Department of Mines and Mining T. J. Dafty

No More Intimidation at Paterson Weaving Mill

The Paterson silk ribbon mill strikers met and voted to stop serenading and following non union weavers who return to work. They said such actions hurt the strike and disavowed the old intimidation custom while asserting the main body of weavers bears no responsibility for it.

Joe Walcott Stages Sixth Round Knockout of McKeever

Two thousand attendees at the Auditorium watched Joe Walcott of New York stop Charlie McKeever of Philadelphia in the sixth round after five rounds of punishing body work and exchanges. The bout, billed as a Mouidge, ended with Walcott delivering decisive blows.

Waterbury Colin Joe Walcott New York Charlie McKeever Philadelphia Mpouidge McKoovr

Train holdup ends in fatal shooting on the Plite line

Exclusive dispatch reports two thieves boarded the Baltimore and Ohio freight train at Hear Man on the Plite line, opened fire, and killed one crew member before fleeing. Conductor Henry swith led the operation amid the incident this morning.

Owaberhiid Manehal Henryswith Ehage Baltimore Ohbonet Freight Plite‘uiee

Riots in St Petersburg Misreported Says Exclusive Wire

Exclusive dispatch reports four deaths including a woman and denies rumors of church intrusions by students. Eyewitnesses say violence occurred outside the church as 300 Cossacks pressed into the crowd, police allegedly planned wounded transport, and factory workers’ involvement raises future concerns.

St. Petersburg Chureh Comsicks Eity Society of Russian Authors

Redemption rules for documentary and proprietary stamps

The commissioner of internal revenue announces that unused documentary and proprietary stamps may be redeemed with deductions for any purchase allowances. Claims must follow strict documentation including purchase dates and dealer or collector certificates. Redemption applies only to stamps in good condition and for face values of $2 or more, with a two year limit.

Mrong Washington Commissioner of Internal Revenue War Revenue Net Internal Revenue

Vote on cigarette sale plan discussed in St Paul

An Associated Press dispatch from St Paul reports an afternoon meeting debating a proposal to restrict or permit cigarette sales. Officials considered the plan and its potential impact on local commerce and public health.

Myres St. Paul March

Cauthy Kidnapper Confession Claims Emergence

Sheriff Johnson of Dallas reports a confession from Henderson in the Omaha kidnapping case. County Attorney Sinners and Henderson say the confession was voluntary and detail his share of the ransom and flight from justice. Henderson explains past defiance of the court due to prior trouble with law and now accepts the Omaha job responsibility.

Sherif Johnson Dallas Texas Matus Ehy Henderson Court House Omaha

Mrs Naramore Kills Her Six Children at Farmhouse

The Associated Press reports Lizgle Naramore from Coldbrook kills six children aged 10 months to 6 years with a club and a knife, then tries to cut her throat. She locks doors and arranges bodies in two beds before police discover the scene. Her husband is away in a hotel and not yet involved.

Coldbreok Muse Mareh Lizgle Naramore

Mitchells Letter to Operators Advances Joint Conference Plan

The Associated Press reports a letter from President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers and three anthracite district leaders to operators requesting a joint conference. It cites Hazleton resolutions authorizing a negotiation to test a strike option, amid worker anxieties and possible coal supply concerns.

Philadelphia Mitchell United Mine Workers of America Hazleton National Board United Mini Workers of Awertea

Adaption of the schedule highlighted at a Philadelphia meet

The event in Philadelphia featured the ball club adapting the race format and schedule for a 100 yard event. Washington club manager James Mating led key discussions with Scranton’s William Coughlin and others about past seasons and playing style in a Kaneee City context.

Philadelphia Ball Club Janes Mating Washington Club Toudalt Teil Iain Willian Coughlin Scranton Kaneee City Wason

Unclear Passenger Voyage Fragments From Ocean Season

A damaged OCR fragment lists ships and routes between New York and European ports. Mentions Mewe Vork, Kefisington, Antwerp, Southampton, Havre, and Quennelown. Provides scattered voyage details and arrivals with no coherent narrative or dates.

New York Peynselvania Thiburg Lvilene Plimouth Kefisington Antwerp Southampton

Proclamation Aids Destitute After Fire Raze Livelihoods

The Ampriated Pine reports Tidloxiagolle seeks a state proclamation to aid Mem pil destitute in Clark counts. About two hundred homeless residents faced ruin after a fire that destroyed fifty-five structures.

Durbin Mempil Clark

Big Warehouse Burned in Destructive Fire

A large warehouse was destroyed by a fierce blaze. The fire ravaged the structure and contents, with authorities investigating the cause and scope of the damage.

Fragmentary City Report Details Police Investigation

A brief dispatch from Mesion City outlines an incident near the nation palace area. Officials say several people are being questioned while authorities assess the scene and gather evidence.

Troops Withdrawn from Port Arthur to Ten Tsin

British and Russian troops will be withdrawn from the disputed port area by five this morning. Officers must report to the adjutant. marines return to ships. French and British commands risk collision as arrangements by General Balliou d are deemed satisfactory.

Pekin Ten Tsin Ondera Seymour Ordemil Port Arthur Tien-Tsin Ballioud

Weather and World News Briefs From The Morning

Fair today with cooler temperatures and a general forecast shift. Reports cover the Moe hotel controversy Rivela riot updates Silk Strikers statement and local mine workers tone. Objections to a proposed utilities strike noted along with regional business and industry news.

Fresla Tone Silk Strikers

Company’s Offer Fair Says Train Conductors Chief

Chief Wilkins of the Brotherhood of Railway Conductors in Wilkes-Barre said the Central Railroad of New Jersey’s new wage proposal is fair and likely to be accepted. He noted conductors would not be inclined to strike if miners go out, reducing chances of a nationwide dispute.

Wilkins Jersey Central Associate Wilkes-Darre Brotherhood of Thailway Central Railroad of New Jersey Toight Anthracyte Minera

Seven Robbers Killed in Allied Campaign Near Pou-Ting-Fa

Exclusive wire reports from Berlin state German forces under Captain Preise dispersed bands near Pou-Ting-fa. Seven robbers were killed and wounded, others imprisoned and handed to the Chinese court. Major Von Muehlmann has moved from Dae-Ting-Fu with infantry, cavalry, and mountain artillery toward Taas Mushuan to engage a large robber band.

Berlin Pokin War Office Preise Pou-Ting- Fa von Muehlmann Dae-Ting-Fu Taas Mushuan

Be Begiative Wire From The Asaouiated Pore

The article notes a slate equivenion event opening in the city tonight with devotional exertisea. Delegates include Mev Thr Mitelins from Philadelphia and William McNaily from Ueekdnirg, with Dr Mi MM. Sheely of New York preparing a talk on The Meta tion of the Catholic Chulto ie Tempet ance Cwnne.

Morrisburg Manel Penney Annsaloon Ifagwo Sidresees Mev Mitelins Gibbon Philadelphia William McNaily Ueekdnirg MM. Sheely New York Tomorrme

Wish to Develop Rubber Trade In Ammonas Region

The state department reports Ammonas plans to develop rubber exports by offering a redemption price of 19 or Li per emt. Export authorities in Para indicate a move to cut and pack rubber for shipment and set up an indeterminate syndicate to control the trade.

Washington State Department United States Comal Para

No Opposition to Judge Archbald Dominates Local Talks

The district personnel discuss Judge Archbald of Lackawanna for judge and ex Senator McCarrell of Dauphin for district attorney with tacit support. The plan considers temporarily appointing Fred C. Leonard for the Western district to ensure a four year term, with possible later permanent appointment.

Archbald Hiaguebure Marehot Connell Washington Lackawanna McCarrell Dauphis Sol Baelwrel Wilkes-Barre Penrose Judes Archibald Oex McCarrell Hay Bacharach Derrick Fred CC Leona Potter County

Philadelphia M E Conference Second Day Deliberations

The Philadelphia Methodist Episcopal conference reports stirring address to newly admitted clergy. Members admitted include Charles H Strick and others, with Cotman and Mer san continuing on trial or studies. Debt reduction for the conference fund progresses, with about 10000 remaining as year begins. Bank offerings total 20085, and several anniversaries were observed that night.

Stroudsburg Marel Philadelphia Methodist Episcopal Conference Hiphtop Joyce P Reacere Charles Wesley Burns Henry Thomas Minker Daniel A. Kinkle Alvin TL. Copper John Ellery William F. Ewing A. Lincoln Bhalloop K. Coffin OM Morgan Charles MH. Shirk Wilmer E. Cotman Iit Vear Charles H. Strick Hugh BP Mer San Tech Blekerton Philadelphia Collegiate Institute For Cirts Twentielentury Lowes

Advance in Tron Price Declines at Valley Furnaces

A confusing report notes iron ore and pig iron pricing at the valley furnaces with SM price equivalents for delivery in Pittsburgh. It mentions a Carnegie company 1,000 ton contract and higher bills for plates and ware, with several nonspecific figures and terms.

Witter Morel Uh—Beermer Sim Valley Furnaces Pittsburg Carnegie

Malitos National Bank figures arraigned in Dauphin murder case

Henry Rose reported that Wal oo Keiper and Caulder Charles W. Tvan, of Malitos National Bank, were arraigned in Dauphin County court for murder after a Thursday shooting. Both pleaded not guilty and were sent to trial with jury selection occupying most of the day.

Unclear historical notice from The Aspelated Pier Philadelphia

Fragmentary OCR text notes a religious figure and legal matter involving a rabbi, maritime terms, and a named city but is heavily garbled. Includes dates, duties, and accusations but specifics are unreadable.

Murdered Three Children Case Reported in Waterville

A crime report from Waterville Maine describes a murder involving a suspect who allegedly used an axe. The article notes the victims were three children and mentions local authorities and ongoing investigation.

Ny Fnclusive Wire Report From Aveelaiet Press

The article from Youngstown notes Elopia to consolidate the Hhael into a single entity. Several Teall matnertinda of lg ipoly Wicity appear with editor Cainkination involved.

Aveelaiet Press Youngstown Mure Eilopia Celamiy Feo Elie

California oranges rot in transit claim

Fragmented report alleges millions of dollars worth of California oranges are rotting in packing houses due to decertified shipments and storage failures. The notice links losses to a Santa Fe route, with officials confirming fragile conditions and potential market impact.

Chicago Marelli M.tieiuts Banta California Tn Gore Hank

Trainmen win wage increase amid delayed consolidation

A garbled dispatch reports that D. and H. trainmen secured a wage rise after negotiated talks. The message suggests improved pay for the trainee employees, with references to bargaining and likely benefits, though details are obscured.

Odell Declines Police Bill Support in Albany Clash

Governor Odell states he will not sign any police legislation. He asserts he will not be made a fool and refuses to take orders from Senator Platt or to sign the bill, signaling a political confrontation over police powers in New York.

Odell New York Frank Platt Albany Mattel Frank Plate Matt Lid DHL Police Treasury Inchidel New Yorlty Craton Ile Platt Tom Frank Matt Mere Politan Police Metropallan Thos. Platt Dresrderly Gowortog Ciy Berchieg Lee Antag Eppieule Ameo

Deaths of a Day in Historic Wire Era

Obituaries note the deaths of several notable telegraph figures including Piese Heding and Mueehloniers, former presidents of telegraph firms, with references to their careers and the cause of death. Mentioned are Charien D. Chas former president of a Boston company and K M Shane veteran telegraph operator, all dated in March.

Krederiwk Mueehloniers Americas Muehtenhere Rollen Trivets Ponterlvents Heston Mars Pelee Clark Ueerstorty Lutviit New York Hampelie Charien D. Chas Fin Boston Nive Milwanker Maro K. M. Shane Ile Ate Preumeda

Six Millions in Liquid Air Initiative Reported

A new liquid air venture announced today aims to supply liquefied air for railway maintenance and vehicle cleaning. The firm plans production of oxygen, gas, oil, and related products to support melting, refrigerating, centering, and cleaning across railways and equipment.

Trotlen Mare St Tive

Died at a Horse Sale in Lebanon County

At a horse sale in Lebanon Pennsylvania local man A Wisher collapsed during the event and died. He was treasurer of the county alms office and previously served as a director of the pee. The incident occurred this afternoon and authorities were notified.

Lebanon Lorne Wisher Almesmere Piston

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