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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1894
Page
1
Reported nationwide disturbances follow Coxeyite gangs seizing a Missouri Pacific freight train near Olney. Rail officials seek federal injunctions while authorities chase Sanders and the Coxeyites across Colorado, Ohio, California, and Indiana as trains resume service.
Workers at Milldale Mines quit work after receiving three anonymous notices demanding they stop mining. The town of Binsixcuam, Alabama, records the event dated May 9 as a response to threats linked to Skulla and Bones Warnings.
A chilling message posted at the mine stated three notices to quit work with a threat to lethal consequence if ignored. The docked notice bore skull and bones and claimed to be signed in blood with a dagger as deputies investigated the scene.
Bangor Maine May date. Mirahal Thibedeau once left his family in Orono seeking fortune. Ten years later his wife wed James Pond and the couple lived with him. Thibedeau returned to find his wife remarried and their children grown, his wealth reportedly in Colorado. his wife appears nearly prostrate.
A barrel of oil ignited at the Circle line piers in South Metronic, triggering a massive blaze that destroyed three piers and their freight within twenty minutes. Fire damaged the Catherine Street ferry house, causing about 9,000 in losses, with total damage estimated near 200,000. Investigators suspect Italian perpetrators, and cotton, merchandise, and railroad facilities were heavily affected. InsuranceCoverage noted on goods, and both bridges succumbed to the fire.
Stevenson Archer formerly Maryland State Treasurer, jailed since July 1800 for robbing the state treasury of £13,000, was pardoned and released from the state penitentiary. He attempted suicide after the defalcation became public. once a trusted political leader, he chaired the Democratic State Central Committee.
The Morgan's Sons Hardware Store, oldest in the city, was consumed by fire early this morning. Inventory valued around 20,000 dollars with building loss about 3,000 dollars, partially insured. Witness reports and Pa date stated as May 10.
The report lists the Peary relief expedition departing Bt John a N F on July 4, a Findlay glass works restart after a four month shutdown, Harmony society at Economy Pa near dissolution, and a steamer collision off Cape Breton. It notes deaths, political figures, labor counts, and a Boston Farmer case compromise.
In Connellsville Pennsylvania on May 9, Victor Harburg and three co workers were beaten by strikers during a night attack as deputies failed to prevent the assault. The mob fled as deputy shots rang out, the plant was briefly guarded then resumed later, with tensions spreading to Scottdale Everson and Vanderbilt regions where deputies prepared to move in. Authorities issued injunctions while evacuees sought roadside shelter and 2000 workers gathered, potentially rising to 5000 as plants remained idle and preparations continued.
William P. Bender sues Dr Letbert Edgar for damages 25 000 for alienation of his wife's affections. The doctor allegedly induced Mrs Bender to violate marriage vows with visits and illicit relations in Wilmington and in the city. Miss Lizzie Sharp, aunt of Mrs Bender, testified of ongoing relations involving Edgar Bender and Sharp. Judge Bragg issued a capias for Edgar with bail set at 2000 dollars.
In Delaware county the split within the Republican party between Judge Thomas Clayton and Captain Teauce Johnson and ex-Collector Thomas W. Cooper concluded at the primaries. Returns were slow but early indications favored Clayton over Johnson for re election as judge while Congressman Jock Robinson remained neutral.
With 150 delegates reported, 30 more than needed, Cooper vows to press on while Johnson clings to hope. Country district returns not yet counted. Johnson dominates Media with over three to one, while Clayton garners most Chester districts and smaller towns split evenly.
Commo dore Kelly led 150 fatboats toward Washington with 1 000 men aboard. Each vessel 18 by 6 by 1 feet, carrying ten sailors, to be lashed into a barge if rivers permit. Crowds of 5 000 Des Moines residents watched as the flotilla left amid delays and brief obstructions.
A middle aged man, John McDonald of an Moosie apartment, was found dead near the Delaware and Hades branches tracks toward the MOCO powder works. Coroner Kelly notified. inquest panels a jury of Campbell, Daffy, Seals, Cormick, Jacques, and Ily. Evidence shows he rode a wagon toward Montele, bought paint, walked home, injured a shoulder, obtained medicine, and wandered away before dying unseen along the tracks. Coroner to continue examination at 10 o clock.
Albert Woodley shot and killed Mrs Buchanan then tried to take his own life. He was severely wounded, regained consciousness at the hospital, and was moved to jail this afternoon. He told Detective Surele his father lived in Washington and said jealousy prompted the crime.
Berkeley Springs will host the Corean minister and suite this summer. The French ambassador and Mrs Patenotre attended Mrs Cleveland's Monday reception. DD Peres of Massachusetts nominated secretary to the legation in St Petersburg. O H J Taylor nominated recorder of deeds for the District of Columbia. John ONeill of Missouri accused Dr James T Stone and paid a fine. A bill passed authorizing Hog Island Virginia life saving station to adopt a medal from Spain. Rear Admiral Walker and Surgeon J Rafua Tryon likely to receive Venezuelan third class decorations. Coxey served notice to comply with health rules within forty eight hours or face penalties. The President travels to Fredericksburg for Washington monument ceremonies with cabinet and officials in attendance.
The May 9 Senate session featured Mr Allen Nebraska proposing a select committee to probe the Coxey row and related actions in the capitol. The tariff bill discussion followed with emphasis on a Carnegie company fine and a suggestion of a broader congressional inquiry.
George Smith a 27 year old colored man living at 160 West Thirtieth Street was held without bail in Jefferson Market for the killing of Elizabeth Berry 26 of 180 West Thirty-fifth Street. Berry died at 615 AM at her home from back stab wounds inflicted with a penknife in a Tuesday night saloon clash at 140 West Twenty seventh Street between 11 and 12.
The man, Smith, drew a pen knife during a drink dispute and stabbed the woman in the back. Police arrested him around 4 am after the incident, the woman died. Smith, a Baltimore-born married man with a light complexion, is identified as a colored man.
Secretary Gresham received a cablegram from the U S consul in Caracas reporting an April 28 earthquake that destroyed the Venezuelan cities of Egido, Merida and several villages with heavy loss of life. Merida, a flourishing city of about 12 000 inhabitants, was the largest city in Venezuela before 1512.
The Western District of Pennsylvania court session opens in Scranton with Judge Harry Hall presiding. A crowded docket, no criminal cases at last terms due to pay and wire shortage, and thirty prisoners await grand jury action as jurors and officials prepare to hear Webb, Jenny Hows, and related cases this term.
Officer Joseph Mook, newly appointed, sustained painful but not serious injuries yesterday afternoon when he tried to jump from a moving waving electric car at Hogan street. He was attended by Police Surgeon W. Goulton and required stitches in the lip. recovery will take about a week. Officer Brook, a promising recruit, was also mentioned in connection with the incident.
Smallpox outbreaks in Brandon Berks county lead to school closures. Thompson Row coal miners recently granted higher wages and guarded by deputies after a major strike, then joined a sympathy walkout yesterday.
Forecast for Thursday covers Eastern Pennsylvania with fair skies and light temperature shifts and mild winds to the east. Western Pennsylvania is seen turning increasingly cloudy with winds shifting from east to south.
Catalog notes assert the garments prove correct style and quality with plains and fancy silks lawns percales and other fabrics listed.
A local retailer advertises a range of children’s waists noted for quality and style. The collection includes The King Waist in Fauntleroy design, plain white options, ginghams, percales, and other fabrics, highlighting workmanship and fashion.
Advertisement highlights "Mother's Friend" Waist and Special Blouse Waist priced at 50 cents each. Emphasizes value and bargain for shoppers seeking affordable waist apparel.
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