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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1894
Page
1
A Budapest crowd protests outside Parliament as deputies pledge national gratitude to Lajos Kossuth. Violence erupts with police and student clashes. several wounded. Inside, praise for Kossuth’s services and plans for a Turin wreath accompany debates over funeral expenses and state recognition.
The jury finds Martin Howley guilty of first degree murder in the fatal killing of his mother. They fix the penalty at ninety nine years in the penitentiary.
A man entered the San Francisco Savings Union branch at opening time and fired a revolver at cashier Wil. in an unprovoked attack. Police searched for the shooter as witnesses described a quiet assailant and a swift escape from the scene.
The article reports Jorge Craig promising to take action at the May circuit term after a special court session. He says he will handle matters himself and will address concerns about a long-ago incident before the grand jury meets.
The House expressed regret at Kossuth's death and instructed the speaker to convey sympathy to his family. The ONeill-Joy election case was postponed until Tuesday. The body passed the Whatier Cobb contest from Alabama 5th district and a military academy appropriation. It also moved to protect the Red Cross insignia and funded Chinese exclusion enforcement. An evening session focused on pension matters.
Mrs Fannie Moore wife of Colonel Jasper Y Moore, clerk of the U S District for Water Virginia, shot herself in Clarkaburg injuring her hand and dying in a scene surrounding alleged family scandal involving her son Clarence Moore in Philadelphia and a divorce case. Colonel Moore locked himself in his rooms after the death.
In Evergreen area near Binwis Guast Alabama a wedding celebration ended in tragedy. Neighboring guests attacked to serenade the couple when Ingram, enraged, hurled a door at the crowd injuring Jim Wilson who died from a chest wound. Ingram surrendered and awaits trial.
The Childan minister resigns amid budget deficits forecast at 4000 for India's coming year. Admiral Mello is named head of an insurgent government in Desterro and vows to keep fighting Poixoto. In Poland, five members of a Jewish family are murdered in a robbery scheme as unrest grows in Europe. The U S Britain and others urge Brazil to act on insurgent refugees aboard Portuguese warships.
A massive blast at the Acme Powder Works near Halton, Pennsylvania, leveled a packing house and boarding building, killing five workers including Nellie Remaley and Charles Robbins. A second blast at the mixing house released 1000 pounds of dynamite, leveling the area and leaving extensive destruction and debris. Superintendent Mooney and foreman Bradley survived, recounting the sequence as authorities opened inquiries into the catastrophe.
Acting Mayor McClellananya says there is no precedent for honoring non citizens with half mast flags at a funeral. He notes the flag is not normally lowered for non citizens and cites Latay elle as an example where such a gesture occurred.
The article notes uncertainty about Henry Harding's whereabouts after his disappearance. It mentions an attorney who reportedly withdrew from a case, and references evidence that foul play was suspected at the time, though the exact circumstances remain unclear.
The Democrat reports speculation that Henry Starding faked his departure for financial gain. His attorney Samuel Handing, of Rabuw, allegedly granted power of attorney to wind up his affairs and leave an estate of at least 10,000 pounds for his family. Motive remains unclear as deliberation allegedly occurred before the event.
A longtime political figure, William G Thompson, once a Republican delegate from Girant, left the GOP years ago to join the Democrats. He campaigned for Clara, then renewed ties with the Democratic party and restored former affiliations. The move followed controversy over his home being chaired for state committees.
Deputies transfer prisoners from Fayette jail to Charleston to avert a mob. Included are Wash Atkins sentenced for killing Luke Rutford, John Griffith for Jim Coleman’s murder, and rioters Dave Wells and J B Gibson charged with murder. Mob of miners and wine makers halted at Fayetteville Hill. sheriff’s posse moved prisoners by train after delays.
Professor R O C Hartehorn pleaded guilty to malpractice ending the case. He faced murder indictments but insufficient evidence blocked conviction. Hartshorn, former principal, was arrested January 11 for allegedly attempting to murder sister Alda Robinson, who remains ill and in an insane asylum after a criminal operation. Dr. Howard E. Campbell fled town and is missing.
Rescue workers recovered another body from the Gaylord mine in Wilkes Barre area. James Kingdon was found crushed beneath eighteen feet of coal, his body badly decomposed and identified by a pair of orange socks. Funeral held. Rev de Hague spoke. burial at Nantivoke cemetery. Ongoing danger from roof falls as rescuers search for more victims.
A forged 10 desk case leads to ER Beck’s arrest in Duckeouvilly amid a Detroit robbery probe. Ex-treasurer Tutto seized in New York after a two year hunt. Writ of habeas corpus sought for John Y. McKaow. Judge O Bien declined. Fire at Money Point near Norfolk destroys mills worth half a million. Patrick Cash acquitted in White Plains murder case. former Williams Bridge police chief blamed for a fatal election fight.
John McBride of the United Union Workers of America calls for a national convention in Columbus starting April 16 to organize a nationwide movement. He argues a coordinated strike is needed to secure wage gains and supports a platform resembling Great Britain trade unions with eight hour day and public works reforms.
March 23 report says railway strikers near Toledo are quiet after a court restraining order. Police directed sympathizers away from street crowds while executives and managers ran cars with a small crew. calls were made for replacement motormen to fill striker vacancies.
Ralto Taff, a Washington D. C. criminal, was arrested in Allegheny for a large diamond robbery. He escaped from the Allegheny central station by breaking bars and slipping through a window, eluding keepers during the morning hearing.
A charity sisters' residence for young women at Lane in the Jiahe department burned to the ground. Six young women on the upper floors leapt to escape and were found dead among the ruins. several others were severely burned.
The states attorney resists joining the Prendergast inquiry into his present mental state, while planning medical testimony to argue his condemned condition. The public questions Judge Chatham authority and the governor's writ as reprieve debates unfold. Reports recount past executions and the chaos heard during a fatal fall.
An unclear report recounts a prisoner’s reaction as a shine demonstration prompted the death of Painter. A jail official notes Higgine’s departure and hints the prisoner feels lucky while whispers hint at fear and a troubled return to his cell.
Michel Molireck injured fatally at Midvale last night by John Shandow remains alive at city hospital. Father Puech visits Molireck and records his detailed account of the quarrel. Shandow is in county prison awaiting trial, while Mrs. Philip Lethersfoat mourns her two year old son killed in the arms by the quarrel.
Coxey and Chief Marshal Browne pursue speeches and interviews as they expect a large turnout. They report letters from across the country including money gifts and checks though officials doubt their value. They anticipate over twenty thousand men marching by Sunday noon to begin the great event.
Reports from Honolulu state the 1582 appropriation for naval stations will be used to establish a U S naval base at Pearl Harbor Hawaii. Admiral Walker is to leave the Pacific Station soon after completing duties and the move is described as moving toward a United States protectorate in Hawaii.
A mangled report notes Chairman Hateh pursuing an anti option stance amid agricultural council activity. Appointments shift as a president voter day is planned. Retirements cited due to physical disability include First afull lot and Tenth infantry. A hotel authorization and a government printing office site discussion surface amid broader political contention.
An unclear OCR passage reports on escapes, preying threats, a colliery incident, trial recalls, attacks, a deputy replacement, a sudden death at a public building, and a set of pensions. Names and places are garbled, but references to trials, fires, appointments, a governor’s actions, and pension listings appear throughout.
An OCR readable fragment describes Saturday weather with strong winds and cold conditions. It mentions western transpylean areas and eastern Pennsylvania with fair skies, wet winds, and likely Saturday night winds.
Finley reports a new stock of French and German novelties. The line includes art items, decorative pieces, and gifts appealing to collectors and shoppers seeking European imports.
The phrase notes that the name Priestly stands as a seal of quality. With limited quantities, an early inspection is advised to ensure possession of the item.
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