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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1895
Page
1
A compact lot offering 10 pieces of 4-inch all wool herringbone suiting in tan gray blue and green mixes. Each fabric carries a subtle fashionable touch described as highly sought after this season. Note specifies a small batch valued in the 5 cent range.
Harrisburg May 6. The senate adopted a resolution disapproving US policy in Nicaragua denouncing the British flag and troops, while approving a measure to prevent foreign landings in the hemisphere. The Kearns trolley bill passed finally with amendments and was sent to the house for concurrence. Thirty bills passed second reading and pension items were approved for Homestead riots and Gettysburg camp.
May 6 report from Washington says cholera has struck Mohammedan pilgrims en route to Mecca. At Camaran in the Red Sea quarantine is enforced for ten days. From Constantinople the outbreak shows a virulent form with forty deaths among fifty one cases. The International sanitary commission acts to curb spread despite poor conditions.
W H Thomas the Soo railway superintendent was found dead with a bullet wound at Chicago avenue and Thirty second street in Minneapolis. Police arrested Fritz Williams who confessed to killing Thomas stating jealousy over his wife Mrs Williams daughter of R L Bergland.
Fuentes a New York newspaper correspondent and US native living in New Jersey was arrested near San Hoga De Cuba for alleged complicity in the Cuban insurrection. The case was presented to the state department with a request for his release.
The Secretary of State shows slow improvement and will likely remain confined for weeks. Doctors and family express ongoing concern while Otto Gresham stays at his father's bedside, and earlier predictions of a quick return were not realized.
In San Francisco on May 6 a settlement closes Captain Frederick G. Clark’s estate from the sealing schooner Dagmar affair. He failed to will his money, so California public administrator finalizes accounts. Clark wished the funds go to his fiancée Miss Nellie Ormond of Boston, but the state inherits.
A morning blaze in Buffalo destroyed M. Strauss & Sorts tannery, postal station A Groben's coal yard, barns, several freight cars, two homes, and livestock. Estimated loss around $250000 with $125000 insured. Fire started behind 7 Willham Street and spread before firefighters arrived, forcing residents to flee in nightclothes as adjacent buildings and the Cold Packing house faced danger. No fatalities reported amid narrow escapes.
May 6 San Francisco Captain John Howland and his brother Jotham Howland are set to inherit a share of a 4 million dollar trust held for Hetty Green's heirs. The Howlands are nephews of Green's father in law Edmund Mott Robinson known as Blackhawk Robinson a ship supplies trader who amassed riches and left large sums to his daughter and ultimately to the Howland line.
Terrible murder and arson occurred late Saturday night in a Lee Freemasons house. George Ruehle under arrest for murdering Mrs Walls and setting the fire to conceal the crime. Neighbors retrieved Mrs Walls from the burning dwelling as hammer and knife used in the slaying lay nearby. Evidence against Ritchie is circumstantial.
May 6 report from Herrington Kansas describes a severe rain storm flooding Lime Creek and surrounding areas. Homes are swept away. John Williams family escapes, while McManus family loses Mrs. McManus who drowns. body found in a park tree. Washington notes a new apparatus described by Consul Morris in Ghent for sowing lee and reopening navigation.
A Tallahassee dispatch reports the Senate passed the anti prize flight bill today. The measure now proceeds to the Florida House where supporters expect passage.
In Sunbury, Harry Bourne shot himself to death. Mary Murphy of Blairsville died burned. Charles Smith was found dying in York park with no bullet. In Carlisle a dozen Lindner’s shoe workers were fired after a strike plot. A fourth class postmaster in Swiftwater was appointed. A missing man from February was found by fishermen in Lycoming county. A can conspiracy case against Charles and Henry Delaney has a verdict pending tomorrow.
Reports from Europe and Asia indicate Japan has renounced claims to Liáo Tung Peninsula including Port Arthur and Peng-Tien as France Germany and Russia advised restraint. Chefoo and Yokohama note ratifications and exchange dates while warships mass in Chefoo Prepared for a potentially renewed settlement among Japan China and allied powers.
Jeffersonville Ind May 6 Major Young jailed on perjury charge in Taulsville after aiding a couple to wed. Charles Koch sought for perjury alleged false age claim. Emma Fuchs aged 19 wed 24 year old in Louisville. her baker father learned of the marriage next day. The couple are cousins, prompting Mr Fuchs to pursue action against the son in law.
Warden E. W. Chase of the Kansas penitentiary swore to a complaint charging Governor Edmond N. Morrill with obtaining money from the state treasury under false pretences. The move appears linked to a broader clash over an investigation of Chase for alleged misconduct, though suitable grounds for the complaint are not clear.
Lancaster delegates from eighteen Grand Army posts condemn Memorial Day desecration by baseball games picnics and excursions. They urge citizens to preserve the day for its intended purpose as established by General John A Logan.
The Standard Oil Company notified several Cleveland factories that it will not furnish fuel oil any longer. High prices prompted the move and could end oil use as a fuel if the firm holds a local monopoly.
Chefoo reports say Russia is mounting a large naval show in the Chinese harbor of Chefoo, situated mid way between the Japanese and Chinese capitals. The dispatch notes the display as a show of force amid pending ratifications.
Washington Pa May 6 Captain P Norton McGinl former commander of the Chen Yuen says China bore blame for losing the war with Japan. He alleges Chinese officials acted in Japanese service before and during the war and claims the Japanese carried out a brutal attack on Kow Shing with 1000 lives lost. He faults China for not warning defenders and predicts lasting damage to Japan’s wartime reputation.
San Francisco May. Tamen Henry, an employee at the Carson mint, is accused of taking bullion during refining and selling bullion to Nevada brokers over several years. He disappeared after the loot was found, was last seen in Los Angeles, and his wife filed a power of attorney in California and Nevada to control his property.
The New Orleans supreme court ruled against the Olympic club and upheld the remand of Judge Richters decision. The ruling overturns the club’s right to stage prize fights, delivering a death blow to such events in the city.
Paris dispatches say French forces defeated the Hovas on the Betafboka river last Friday. About 200 Hova fighters, including chiefs, were engaged. French casualties were one killed and four wounded. prisoners, guns, and provisions were captured.
Lebanon Pa May 6 Ninety separate charges are filed against Ira S Bickel once an agent of the United States Press company here Sixty allege embezzlement with others for larceny and forgery Sums range from a few dollars to several dollars with a Bible among items allegedly stolen
The item notes a Northwestern miller talking of higher flour prices. Mrs. J. W. Mackay arrived in New York via the Paria for her health. The report mentions other society and crime items across cities.
In Chester on May 6 Judge Clayton freed Professor Swithin Shortlidge, once jailed for murdering his wife. A key expert testified the professor is mentally sound, though his wife’s mother protested. Bonds of 5000 were required, and any sign of trouble would bring arrest.
News from Kodiak Island reports the steamer White Crown wrecked in a gale on April 1. Seventeen crewmen drowned or froze. eight reached shore and survived. The Kodiak was wrecked near the same place with no lives lost. The George R. White sailed for a year, its crew listed by the Shipping Commissioner Burnt.
In TLouseville Mrs Matt Schmidt became speechless after waiting for her husband who did not return by a late hour. He forced the door when he arrived at about 1 am and found her asleep. The next morning she lay with every muscle contracted and her eyes fixed on the ceiling. Doctors diagnosed paralysis and she remains unable to speak or vocalize.
Old North Carolina rivals Seth Stallcup and T. N. Taylor fought a naked fist duel at Sherer School House, Cherokee county. Stallcup quickly overpowered Taylor, then both drew firearms. Stallcup was killed, Taylor mortally wounded, and Reed's horse was killed in the melee.
The Blair and White judicial race in Indiana Pa concluded with Judge Harry White declared the winner after a lengthy challenge. The court found that 671 votes were in question and determined the final outcome based on the challenged ballots.
The board found the byes adjudged guilty with 245 voting White and 206 Blair. If affirmed, Judge White will hold office for ten years with costs borne by the county estimated at about 3,000. Blair’s attorneys filed notice of appeal.
Scranton principals met with Superintendent Phillips Mason presiding to review school reforms and attendance data. They discussed publishing ward by ward pupil counts and a year end attendance figure, aiming to inform teachers, re-engagement, and salary terms for the next term.
Kev Thomas Nell of Phimond Choret read a paper on heredity to the monthly reunion at the Young Men's Christian Association hall. Rev WH Stubbleline presided. Rev Thomas Teil praised the paper after a vote of thanks. Curtis spoke on mission work among southern colored people. Local pastors debated hosting evangelists in summer but declined financial responsibility.
Judge Gunster hears injunction in the Pennsylvnia Coal Co vs Robert Savage fencing along Potter Street Dunmore extending Marion Street. Attorneys Willard for the company Hannah for the defendant. The fence sits fifteen feet outside the line claimed by the plaintiff. County Surveyor Dunning for the company and Surveyor Htenhouse for the defendant testified. Decision expected in a few days.
The annual meeting of Providence Gas and Water Company stockholders was held yesterday at the Delaware and Hudson offices. Officers for the coming year were elected including President W. FR Bierre, Vice President W. FL Bierre, Directors W. Hallaten, A. AL Vianil ling, W. EL Storrs, TOP. Torrey and C. Weston, and Secretary-Treasurer EM. BK Atherton.
Mrs. William Grady died yesterday at her residence 400 Finwenne in Milwaukee after a brief illness. She was sixty six and survived by her husband and two children, Mrs. Thomas Te. Lacey and ex-Connellman W. A. Grady of the Sixth ward.
A vintage ad promotes affordable clothing for children including muslin gowns with tucked yoke ruffles, drawers and underwaists, gingham dresses, and boys garments in galatea and pique. Shoppers are invited to examine the goods to appreciate their value.
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