23 Mar 1896
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1896
Page
1
Fashion note describes stylish evening gowns with trim details and long sleeves. Prices highlighted as a sale event for a limited Saturday night. Local shoppers urged to visit the store for discounts on new fall arrivals.
The following bargain list will remain available until the closing hour on Saturday night. Shoppers are advised to take advantage of reduced prices before the store closes for the weekend.
Special sale listing ladies and children's drawers with discounted prices. Reader tips on affordable undergarments and store location details.
A royal shirt waist opening announces the annual sale of mustin gonler star waists and the new spring and summer styles. The goods feature collars and detailing true to the latest fashion plates.
A damaged text fragment lists various prices for items described as waists and walts with inconsistent spellings and currencies. The readable parts show numbers like 1.05 and 1.7 and references to dozens, but no clear context or complete items.
The dispatch reports severe government reverses at Candelaria and Coyajilos in Pinar del Rio with insurgent forces under Maceo repulsing loyal columns. Ambushes, heavy fighting, and Cuban rebel advances disrupt Hernández and Paélán columns, while Weyler faces mounting pressure and possible recall amid outrages and U.S. stance.
In Huttelman Kansas on March 2, sheriff deputies arrested William Matton and Charles Chirk on murder charges in the slaying of Reitman Rodian. Mrs Rodian confessed the trio devised the crime with Matton arranging the deed and Chirk carrying the money. Clark, tied to a Texas-origin background, is also under arrest. Vernon County court proceedings imminent with violence threats alleged.
A dog warned a Camd en family as a fire broke out in their home on March 2. The brave animal barked loudly, waking the parents and guiding four children to safety as the blaze gutted the center of the house and left only the front and back walls standing.
A heated duel in the chamber yesterday between General Mocenni former war minister and Signor Hergitadas a radical member of the chamber ended with Mocenni injuring his opponent while both sides clashed during a debate over government policy.
Washington March 22 Old worn subsidiary silver coins of the United States will be replaced by the new design adopted in 1908. The mints report steady progress as treasury officials push to restore coinage to proper condition. Appropriations have funded reimbursements to the treasurer for the difference between face value and wear.
Mrs Matilda Hirst, wife of William Hirst and mother of two, committed suicide by hanging in the cellar of their home in Trenton. Neatly described as mentally unbalanced, she had shown long illness and temporary dejection before the act this morning.
A severe labor riot on West Washington Street in Indianapolis results in a fatality and multiple injuries. Union and non union workers exchanged gunfire and pelted each other with stones as authorities struggled to quell the violent confrontation amid a prolonged labor dispute at Taylor & Chandler's foundry.
Washington March 22 Secretary Olnegote states the department will discuss the censure resolution against Ambassador Bayard. The House yesterday signaled its displeasure but did not inform the department of formal action. Bayard intends to respond through the President while the issue tests U S relations and party lines.
March 22 Huntingdon area reports show regional delegates aligned with McKinley for the national ticket. Mechinkes leads a distant second as state convention prep continues with Cor Merten and Joho Me MAT slated for delegate roles.
A jumble reports artist John Collins Parkes painting Nuorricen s portrait for a bride of General Harris, with World events and house affairs in flux. A Paris cable denies George Banker death rumors while Mathewsaya reports breakoff of peace talks amid North African campaign. Newark box factory fire injures loss and insurance figures.
Henry Thompson lingered after a gunshot fired by Bertie MacConnell at the Keystone House in Lancaster. MacConnell then shot herself in Coatesville as Thompson lay dying, with both facing severe injuries and the community torn between sympathy for MacConnell and support for Thompson's family.
A Columbus dispatch reports turmoil as Senator Foraker, via Governor Bushnell, challenges State Librarian Joseph Braith and faces opposition linked to Snolti and Smith. The piece notes feuds surrounding Foraker Tishnell interests, a crane jury controversy, and a potential resignation amid political maneuvering in the Martin State Senate era. Smith is described as a key adversary.
The morning issue lists fair skies and a cooler trend locally. It notes reverses at Spaniont's Meet and a shooting incident at Lancaster. Germany sympathizes with Italy amid regional tensions and Nicaragua faces revolution.
Private intelligence suggests Zelaya faces a harder struggle in Nicaragua. Honduran troops reportedly support rebels rather than government forces, raising questions about the outcome and the role of constitutional liberty amid alleged dictatorship.
In Hollaiyshuns Virginia eleven counties produced a landslide in favor of ex-Putinideter Wate talker for U S senator endorsement over Jack Robinson. Wainmaker leads the ticket with a strong vote count and a likely broad base. J Hicks endorsed for congress and Dr Aplelin for state senate. County officials will decide nominees for Altoona and Wiig. Matthew Morrow named for the assembly and Sheriff Gwell Quaymah for national convention delegate.
A busy Williamsport gathering filled with Palladous fervor as Gillis Petrie visitors joined Methodlerds for late services. Bishop Vincent Pree died at Milberry Street Church and ordained elders and deacons before addressing a news meeting at the Yaiune Men’s Christian Association as anniversaries and aid societies were noted.
Secretary Olney could not understand a Paris dispatch about Waller’s release. The report claimed Waller was released from prison last month and that he was abroad. Relatives say he is in the United States, with confusion over the dispatch linked to foreign affairs discussions.
Miss Stevenson daughter of the View President is to marry Mr Hardin son of ex Governor Hardin of Kentucky in July. They visited Oxford College last Saturday. Hardin is a theological student at Center village Dunwiie and will be ordained this year.
Complete county returns in Minnesota show the relative strength of Rhode Island Men in the state. The counties report heavy support for McKinley while Mr Davis appears likely to withdraw. A final showdown is anticipated before Tuesday with McKinley gaining a stronger lead.
In Huntsville Tennessee a mob of about thirty men seized Willian Murphy from the Scott county jail at midnight. They used strategy and intimidation to spirit him away. A violin was reportedly involved and the prisoner was kept under guard while authorities pursued. Meanwhile a boxing match in London features Corbett versus Mitchell with a $12 prize and training funds offered by George Stevens of the Bolingbroke club.
Berlin march 22 Germany grants assent to Baglini's drawing on the Keyption reserve fund to finance the British Nile valley expedition. The move is framed as upholding German allies interests and the Dreibrund with Italy, amid Italian defeats at Adowa. Newspapers note unity among powers is needed to allow any reserve fund expenditure.
Pittsburg March 22 Clearwater defeats Keogh in a six hundred point pool final to claim the $1,000 prize. Keogh led early and late, with stunning breaks and long shots, while Clearwater rallied with fearless breaks and precise finishes to win amid a cheering crowd.
A chaotic local report details a shooting near Harrisburg injuring several workers, a fatality at Cooper’s shop in Kitchnining, and a missing or unclear motive. The item also notes a Spanish cruiser sinking a steamer near Key West and mentions ongoing inquiries into the Mohawk lumber camp incidents.
A fire at 4 pm damaged a building known as Martins Hall on a street near Ninth Street. Loss estimated at 220000 with the structure and many records of the cervatia office destroyed or damaged by smoke and water. The hall housed the Knights of Pythias origin site.
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