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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1894

Page

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Powderly Denies Expulsion In Knights Of Labor Case

The Tribune reports ex general master workman Powderly was expelled from the Knights of Labor, a claim he denies in his first authorized interview since losing office. The piece outlines alleged charges, Philadelphia Times influence, and Powderly's stance against disbanding or merging assemblies with the Federation of Labor. The article notes the broader power struggle at a Philadelphia conference and hints at further details on Page 8.

Workman Powderly Philadelphia Philadel Ophia Terrenos V. Porderlr Knights of Labor Wong A. W. Wright Borden Ol P H Qala Teio Boston The Great Order Trinvst Grand Waster Workman Philadelphia Times Hich Geno Falas Semnv Belaly Kalghta St. Lois Genera Treaster Heyen Times Secreary Hayes Ade Jenda Hamuo Ompers Federation of Kor Ifan Uton of Trades Tor- 10 P. H. Quinn Providence Drewn Massachusette E Koignts North Atreet Ton

Powderly and Allies Faces Expulsion from Knights of Labor

A Boston meeting of Knights of Labor leaders McGlliire French and Martin decided to expel Terrence V Powderly ex general master workman and A W Wright of Toronto and P E H Quinn of Providence. The board warned them to respond within fifteen days or face expulsion pending the general assembly next fall.

Powderly Pamapeneuta Terrence V Powderly Knights of Labor A.W. Wright Toronto The Knights P. E H. Quinn Providence District 90 Boston Mesars. McGllire French Martin Order Federation of Labor Bia General Executive Board Billyk General Assembly

Juniata Flood Devastates Town and Bridges in Hestinatox Area

Heavy rain floods the Juniata River and Raystown branches sweeping bridges away and washing out rural roads. Homes are evacuated and residents seek high ground while industrial facilities flood including gas plant and business blocks. one man drowns while attempting to save property amid widespread destruction along the river and rail line.

Hestinatox Juniata Valley Jonian River Raystown Iron County Iacniata Haystown Gas Company Bmunsy Bousse Jacob Miller Sexton Ryde Station Pennsylvania Railroad Royston Tranch Fo Bristown Joniats Miffle County McVeytown County

Major Philadelphia Fire Damages Sichel Building Stock

A large fire in Philadelphia at the Lenaped building of Julius Sichel Co. 0 32 and 54 North Eighth Street and 406 Arch Street caused heavy stock and fixture losses ranging from 75 000 to 100 000 with insured amounts around 55 000. Fire spread via an elevator shaft and four alarms were sounded. Neighbors Damenbaum Son & Co. reported 200 000 in damages with 100 000 insured. Other firms at 48 North Eighth and 812 Arch Street reported smoky water damage of 20 000 and 50 000 respectively.

Parmapenrnia Philadelphia Julius Sichel Company North Eighth Street Arch Street Sichel L. Danembaum J. W. Lerusiatre Walter J. C. Bentley

No Need of Troops in Coke Region says Hudson

Thomas J. Hudson of Governor Pattison's staff completed an official tour in Uniontown Pennsylvania to assess if state troops were needed to protect coke properties and workers. He met with coke operators county officials and labor leaders and reported the situation is presently quiet and no troops are required.

Uniontown Thomas J. Hudson Pattison Coke Cok Hudson

Logs Sweep Down Susquehanna as City Faces Flood

Williamsp ort Pa records a flood scare with the Old Susquehanna near flood height. Ten million feet of logs have already floated down the river and the main boom has broken, threatening millions in lumber losses.

Linden Lock Haven Edgar Munson Cook's Kettle Creek Wilkinmaport

Mill Creek colliery strike fallout halts work at Keystone

A severe alarm in a thin section kept the Mill Creek Keystone colliery strikers indoors with fears of violence. A secret meeting occurred this afternoon but details remain unclear. The company plans a coal seam restart tomorrow morning guarded by coal and iron police, though worker entry is uncertain and mining likely to stay idle for days.

Notable Minnesota Politician Jared Benson Dies

The Honorable Jared Benson, a leading Minnesota figure, died Saturday. The report notes his prominence among era and political circles, with details uncertain due to text quality.

Jared Benson Minnesota Elijah Elder Indiana Peritonitis Jie Wan Hy Ang Medical Society Engineer Intention St. Paul

Destructive War Storm Hits Wyoffiing Valley

A severe wartime storm swept Wyoffiing Valley from Saturday night into today causing widespread damage across Quaint Tilcons Barre Witxes-Barre area with extreme destruction noted as the war continues.

Tilcons Barre Witxes-Barre Wyoffiing Valley

Severe Storm Rips Counties Floods Rivers and Damages

Torrential rain and high winds whip county as rivers overflow and crops suffer. A Wilkes-Barre traction car hits a fallen tree injuring the motorman and passengers. Kingston area may flood cutting river communications.

Shequehanna Ashley Wilkow Barre Traction Company Sugar Notch

Mayflower Sinks on Susquehanna at Nanticoke

The steamboat Mayflower chartered by a Hungarian society sank late this afternoon in the Susquehanna near Nanticoke while traveling to the opposite shore. Passengers disembarked. crew were saved by small boats. The vessel likely sank due to a dry bottom breach that worsened as water entered through a crack during winter quarters.

Susquehanna Winkes-Banneri Mayflower Susquehanna River Nanticoke Hungarian Society Plor Nantiyoke Vernewin

Rail washouts strand valley residents in Pennsylvania

Superintendent reports heavy washouts on the Lewisburg Tyro-ne branch from Lewisburg to Bellefonte. Bridges removed and tramway at Paddy Mountain destroyed. Water two feet higher than 1950 at Coburn. residents flee to hills and mountains amid floods.

Liwisuena Lewisburg and Tyrone Pennsylvania Railroa Bellefonte Millmont Aud Weet Ising Spring Paddy Mountain Coburn Valleya

River flood forces mass evacuation near Johnstown

The Conemaugh River overflows prompting residents to flee for safety in Johnstown Pennsylvania on May 21 904. Water three and one half feet deep fronts the Western Union telegraph office as the river rises rapidly threatening homes and businesses.

Witliamspoor GPUIS Williamsport Johnstown Western Union Telegraph Office

Paralyzed by a live wire incident in Mount Vernox

Miss Addie Acker, 17, and her sister Lillie were walking on Mount Vernon avenue when a hanging electric wire shocked Addie. Four men pulled her away, but she remained prostrated and unable to stand the next day. Neighbor A. M. Van Garrel also felt a shock after stepping on the same wire. Authorities suspect the wind broke the line, leaving Ming Acker at risk of a full shock.

Mount Vernox Addie Acker Lillie Mount Vernon Avenue First Street Addie A. M. van Garrel Ming Acker

Sunday Ball Games at St Donte

Two games played with St Donte hosting. St Louie 4 Cincinnati ?. St Lowia 1 Cineintath 7.

St. Donte St. Louie Cincinnati St. Lowia Cineintath

Polished prodigy and royal entertainment in distant Britain

Broullaw Hulerman, a year old Polish prodigy, astonishes London with bold violin performances before Queen Victoria at Windsor. Elena Dove and company perform in the drawing room, while Liddoni’s La Locandiena stirs courtly interest.

Broullaw Hulerman London Bla Apos Elenora Dove Vitoria Wigdsor Liddoni Franco Ban Siam William Madrid Aparobista Martines Gompos Imperial Palace St. Petersburg Baron Oppenheimer Vigilant Dowo Krupp Noweet Rifles Annnol Eee Niddey Clemence Schrieber Berlin Schreiber America

Enduring Debate on tariff bill continues with Quay comeback

Senate finance discussions show Republicans unlikely to block or delay the tariff bill as Quay prepares to resume his installment remarks. Harris Voorhis and Jones support passage with 44 votes while Quay eyes a renewed push on the Mexican steel data as the Senate nears July fiscal year start.

Senator Jones Finances Committee Harries Senate Repub- Heath M Gara Harris Voorhers Jones Arkangad

Divorce Trial Sparks Quebec Scandal Involving Odell Family

A sensational divorce case in Quebec centers on L. & Odell a wealthy leather merchant and his wife. The trial features alleged crimes including murder and robbery, plus a servant Eugenie Tonchstte who claims police officials were compromised.

Ningars St. Foye Mra Piche Myre Odell Jules Hamel le Colonel Fobl Quebec Nan le Moise Raymond Pollen Vobl Oce

Dalton Gang in Camp Near Stillwater Threatens Raid

The Dalton gang is in camp near Stillwater and vows to raid the town and liberate a prisoner. Arkansas Town promises murder and assassination of court officers. The town is armed and deputies rush to the scene as the territory faces great excitement.

Gurnm O. T Dalton Gang Itn Stillwater Arkaneas Oheriffe

Venezuelan Earthquake Damages Andean Railway

Advices from Conens Plumacher of Maracaibo dated May 6 report the Venezuelan earthquake causing major damage to the San Carlos Merida railway in the Andes. The axis of disturbance extended three days, bridges destroyed, stations toppled, rails bent, and several lives lost in La Guillos and surrounding areas.

Wasamnuros Atutw Conens Plumacher Maracaibo San Carlos and Merida Andeas la Guillos

Catastrophe Relief Appeals Rise After Major Disaster

Fragments describe widespread destruction with lake encroachment on ite gite and black odor from crevices. References note two earthquakes worse than 1849 and 1575, with Co ut Colombia’s flour losing city Fupeleanee and 5,000 lives. The Venezuelan minister in Washington is asked to solicit relief contributions.

Loved an Old Bulwer and Was Engaged to Marry His Rival

Mina Lacy Slton of Sellon township, Illinois, killed herself by arsenic after an inquest revealed she was torn between two lovers. She was engaged to a neighborhood suitor but a former lover pressed his suit, and she chose to end her troubles rather than break a marriage contract.

Vashalla Ill Mina Lacy Sellon Township Killa Shaw Sue

English Miners Abroad Report Mixed Solidarity At Congress

English delegates at the International miners’ congress expressed willingness to cooperate with colleagues across nations while opposing continental socialist tactics. The event featured a Berlin celebration with massive beer intake as French and German delegates exchanged greetings and pacific discourse gave way to rousing demonstrations. The socialists face a boycott and fund strains as coopers and brewers strike and breweries reduce output and workforce.

Ebrnnis Busgach Pas-de Calais Charleroi Bourgooise Wilson Berlin Coopers and Brewers Sstistanta Social Democrats Dovcutt

Emile Henry Executed in Public at Paris

Emile Henry was executed at dawn after the Feb 72 bombing of the Hotel Terminus. A crowd gathered as 1,600 Republican guards and police surrounded the square. Chaplain Valadier led Henry to the scaffold, he proclaimed Courage and Long live anarchy before the fall of the blade.

Panty Emile Henry Bartiere Doibier Elsory Deibler

Edmund Yates Dies After Apoplexy at Garrick Theater

Edmund Yates, renowned author and journalist, died this afternoon after a stroke at the Garrick Theatre where Lytton’s Money was being staged. He would have turned 63 next July and began publishing in his twenties. In 1872 he lectured in the United States and in 1874 founded the London weekly The World, serving as editor until his death.

Lexpos Edmund Yates Garrick Theater Lytton Yates United States the World London

Weather forecast for Wasnixeros and Pennsylvania on Monday

Forecast notes showers tonight for eastern Pennsylvania and variable conditions for western Pennsylvania on Monday. Local coverage provides toss up precipitation and wind expectations.

Wasnixeros Pennsylvania Peninsylvania

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