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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1899
Page
1
May 4 dispatches say a truce in Samoa holds while the Joint High Commission reviews peace propositions as Mataafa rebels shell Vai Lima and residences in Apia. British and American warships press for withdrawal of forces with deployments and local leaders pledge restraint.
Widespread fear of candor affecting trade prompts a likely delay in a commission. Baron von Muelow’s claim that Matanifa was unanimously elected king of the Samoan Islands is denied in Samoa. Rebels acknowledge a major reversal at Vailima and praise Gaunt's brigade for holding positions under heavy fire, with many rebels wounded.
Berlin reports a dispatch from Apia dated April 22 stating London and Washington orders to suspend hostilities brought peace. It notes German consul Mitaafi moved far west to avoid troop clashes and proclaims German patience and impartiality have triumphed.
Washington reports an official instruction in Berlin directing the German consul at Apia to join American and British envoys in issuing a proclamation to suspend hostilities until the Samoan commission arrives. German, American, and British representatives would address natives as a united appeal.
The Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania assembly in Philadelphia adjourned sine die after one session. An amendment to Canon III requires applicant churches to declare in their constitutions they will not encumber real estate without standing committee consent and a majority of the standing committee approval for property actions. Parishes are urged to contribute to diversions missions totaling $20,000 for the year.
Washington May 4 the postoffice department weighs whether streetcars may display UC and Mail signs while not carrying mail. The Amalgamated Association of Street Railway Employes protests to President McKinley against the practice by streetcar companies in several cities, arguing signs are misused.
Police found the body of a woman about four years old in the East River near Barnett's Point and later a second body of a seven year old boy two blocks away. Officials believe the woman, identified as Mrs Sakartaser, killed herself and drowned her son before, while not married to a man named Pren. The pair were linked to a Brooklyn woman and her son.
A displaced fragment reports John Tose aged two from Bam Hore claims his mother is transported to Philadelphia by district officials after a stake burning in Newnan. He seeks his father’s innocence and cites his mandor or ripe.
Hartford May 4 The Connecticut convention defeated a proposed provision for woman suffrage by a vote of 10 to 4. The result comes amid a heated debate on the extension of voting rights to women. The convention continues with other measures and proposals remaining under consideration.
A Buffalo mass meeting of 7000 to 9000 workers including grain shovelers and freight handlers warned the Lake Carriers' Association to meet demands by noon tomorrow or risk tying up all lakes commerce from Buffalo to Duluth. Governors and unions pledge support. Roosevelt expects a settlement.
Detroit May 4 Secretary Alger spoke at the eighteenth annual banquet of the Michigan Commandery of the Loyal Legion. He praised old comrades and veterans in Manila while noting soldier hardships and no complaints. He urged readiness for emergencies and recalled Spanish War beef shortages as lessons.
Talcott Williams lectured in Murray hall on journalism as a profession and noted newspaper men are seventh in pay among professions after clergy. He said the job affects a person’s life, involves Sunday work, and allows influence on society at critical moments.
President McKinley will leave Washington next Monday for a two to three week rest at Hot Springs Virginia to ease rheumatic strain. A special train may carry Mr and Mrs McKinley with a stop at Homestead Hotel as cottages aren’t ready. The stay aims to allow hot baths and a break from public duties while he remains accessible if needed.
Ike Lewis the Negro who shot Policeman Melure of Lindus at the Patton tunnel Tuesday was captured at Big Run Jefferson County while boarding a northbound train. He resisted severely before surrendering and was held for the Punxsutawney hearing.
In Washington on May 4 General One has not yet submitted any restitution claim for Spanish public money and properties taken by the US army after Manila fell. The Spanish government lacks precise totals and appears influenced by favored Pilipino claimants. Officials may pursue church linked assets tied to the Spanish government in Manila.
Four hundred U S troops are stationed in the Cour d Alene mining district with martial law in Shoshone county Idaho General Merriam has ordered the arrest of those implicated in the Bunker Hill and Sullivan mine explosions Many suspects are believed within the county and federal authorities plan to protect property and prevent further lawlessness.
Captain Thomas Crapo of New Ledford reportedly vanished when his nine foot skiff sailed for Cuba. His boat was found bottom up near Point Judith after being seen adrift yesterday. Lifesaving crews recovered the scene. a companion, John Crapo, traveled from New Bedford to England in a twenty foot dory.
Private Thomas McGrath of the Twenty second regiment shot and killed Jennie Coyle a girl under 71 at her home hallway then killed himself. He was taken to Roosevelt Hospital in critical condition. McGrath had become enraged after she stopped his advances.
Towawts Pa May 4 Bradford county Republican convention selected V7 AL Fell L D Schoonmaker and T J Wa Lere as delegates to the state convention They were instructed to support Judge Archbald for the supreme court nomination and to back the party platform
New York on May 4 reports vessels sailing from the port including Furst Bis mark Mambure via Cherbourg and Southampton to Bremen and back to Southampton, Pen tonle bound for New York, and Statendam sailing to New York. Kaiser Friedrich arrives from Bremen via Naples to New York, Aller arrives from Naples to Genoa, and Kaiser Friedrich arrives in New York as well.
May 4. News from Denver states manager Floto of the Colorado Athlete favors Brady and Trullon representing Jeffries and Pitamelans submitting a purs e of 25 000 dollars for the bout.
May 1 Durango Colorado reports a rush for Ute lands opened for settlement by presidential proclamation. About 1000 seekers joined the line or moved toward Colorado and New Mexico fronts, with many selling prior holds and buyers seeking farms and orchards rather than homesteads. Streets crowded as men converged from 49 miles away.
Governor Stone signs measures to regulate butter sales by refining original stock and similar processes to produce boiled or prov es butter. The same bill approves £300,000 for indigent insane care fund deficiency.
Vincent Cassesse, son of Joseph A. Cassesse of Lackawanna avenue, is seriously injured after a carriage driven by James Forkin hits a pothole near Scranton Railway barn on Linden street. Cassesse suffers probable concussion, scalp lacerations, and facial and leg wounds. Forkin escapes with minor injuries as the rig tips and Cassesse is carried to W A McDowell’s office and home.
At O oclock this morning Joseph Keller will be surrendered to Sheriff prior to serving a sentence of five years and six months imposed by the court for the killing of Peter Muaver. His counsel John F. Serage will oppose any effort to have him recommenced. If not, the four months Keller has been at liberty will count toward his sentence.
Samuel Eaton of Jersey City, a member of Company B, Fourth New Jersey volunteers, was killed today near Morrinville Pennsylvania when a freight train he boarded to collect war pay did not stop at Trenton. His two companions survived. Eaton’s body was taken to the morgue.
In Tuidianapollo Indiana Judge Mel Muster ordered the receiver to pay the final dividend of one tenth of one percent. The payout will affect the revelvership and the nationwide distribution of shares totaling $2400. The dividend rate has varied from five percent to one and a half percent.
Nellie Brion aged about 4 metres died at the city hospital from convulsions after extensive rope jumping. She had jumped with several companions yesterday until exhaustion caused a collapse.
The article notes Vice President Garrett A. Hobart plans a moving into a Norwood Park residence at Long Branch and signals a quiet summer. It mentions a forthcoming scene with extensive entertainments and anticipated guests including President and Mrs. McKinley.
L A W grants sanction for the Tongue of American Wheelmen racing bound in the district Inday. The May race event is approved for the Matanoy City Athletic Association with May 4 date noted.
Fragmentary OCR lists individuals and locales including Jonathan Gurdoch Tiffany Susquehanna and Thomas War Scranton with increases noted. Names Benjamin Ayers New Albans Bradford and John Englert Jack Haven appear alongside numbers like 8 to 4 and 12 to B17, suggesting a ledger of pension certificates.
Manila reports Major General MacArthur’s forces push through San Tomas after stiff resistance. Brigadier Generals Hale and Wheaton lead the assault on the right and left while Colonel Funston distinguishes himself. Casualties include Kansan and several officers and enlisted men. The Filipino retreat concentrates toward Isidro and Arayat as surrender talks and prisoner exchanges swirl amid ongoing fighting.
News digest outlines weather threats and sports results from Rose Hall to Wilkenhhuarre. Includes Sun strike risk near heat lakes, Atlantic and National League summaries, local governance debates, and court proceedings in Bergnton.
In Lovieville on May 1 Manuel, the favorite, won the Kentucky Derby by a length with Corsine second, Mayo third, and Conley fourth. Time recorded at 2.12.
Harrisburg May and Leon Maynard of Cairo West were arrested on a charge of forging checks. Police found a large number of blank checks in his possession when he was apprehended.
Washington reports from General Otis indicate American forces widen two main columns toward San Fernando and near Calumpit. MacArthur pushes forward to seize San Fernando while Lawton’s troops block insurgent retreat, with cautious officials warning rebels need chastisement to accept their position.
An OCR fragment discusses governor actions seeking clemency and penal reforms. It notes trials and jury verdicts, applications for pardons, and debates over punishments including whipping. Mentions names and places in a period style, with focus on justice and governance.
Philadelphia May 4 Johnn Burrs Jos James Halleon of Washington was today sentenced to four years in the state penitentiary for assault with intent to kill. On April 2 he attacked Willan Werner at a Taras end the SKr Mieheveuw Unies with an iron bell while attempting to steal a watch containing money. The crime was described as a violent assault and the thug was captured and tried. Bull has a criminal record in Washington.
Fragmentary weather forecast for Washington misspelled May forecasts for Friday and Saturday. Mentions variable winds and general unsettled conditions with no specific temperatures or details available in the readable text.
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