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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1901
Page
1
The Senate considers several reforms including increasing mine inspectors, establishing county examiner bodies for mine safety, and extending legal and taxation provisions. House amendments on various bills fail or pass. key items include public records, marriage laws, and constitutional amendment procedures. A wide set of measures advances, stalls, or fails as chambers clash on enforcement, funding, and governance.
Harrisburg May 21 The House approved a motion to adjourn for one day and adopted a special order for a tax measure to fund indigent relief and marines plus families The bill revoking warrants under the 1848 act was defeated A physician appointment bill authorize three doctors to oversee private hospitals was introduced A bill to abolish the associate judge office was considered A factory inspection bill to set minor labor hours at nine was introduced Also passed a bill to prevent deportation and sale of dressed lamb and sheep in Pennsylvania with hooves attached
At the constitutional convention today Senators Girome y Silva withdrew the DOREY report and backed the old Hitjeriiy plan. Senor Bailly and others criticized the Kadienis while Senor Games and Radi cals defended U S policy and the Washington government. The session adjourned without a vote.
Secretary approves action of the board of cadets at West Point dismissing six cadets and suspending others. The move sustains Colonel Mills and fellow officers amid recent disturbances at the academy.
A scrambled wire dispatch reports President Krewillus suffering paralysis and a sudden shift in government leadership. Officials confirm the condition as serious while uncertainty clouds the president’s mobility and daily duties.
Government in the House of Commons outlined a plan where China would repay indemnity through a guaranteed loan in fixed years. Revenue sources would fund an independent board for distribution, with objection to a joint guarantee and emphasis on limiting duties and safeguarding commercial interests.
General Fitz John Porter died at his home in May vistown New York of chronic diabetes He was aged Lisivers of age His funeral will be held at Trinity church in New York City The bearers include General Alexander Webb James L Reynolds Lt Col Parvagut Col David Porter and many other high ranking officers and officials Brooks and ex Mayor Hewitt to attend Major General Brooke will supervise funeral arrangements
Rear Admiral Schley arrived aboard the cruiser Wilhelm II and was reported out of danger after a blood poisoning illness at St Luke's hospital. The Associated Press note describes his condition as improving and lists his son De Winffeld Scott Schley aboard.
The Senate Committee on Finance held a public hearing on the company store tax bill and voted to report it favorably with amendments. The measure would impose a prohibitive tax on wages paid to miners and others tied to company stores. Final passage is expected next week, with Gov. Stone’s stance noted and debated.
Washington May 20 coroner jury returning from the Ayres murder inquiry found the fatal collision in the Linwood Kenmore hotel room. The panel heard witnesses about voice cries and possible tampering with evidence while Lola Hone and Miss Mina were discussed. Mrs Bonwit refused to swear to a confession as the coroner’s inquest concluded and Mrs Boulenor remained in the city jail.
President OConnell said late tonight that reports to 6 o clock indicate an early settlement of the dispute between machinists and employers. He noted 120 shops settled by noon and totals around 6,000 men in San Francisco and 3,000 in Cincinnati. Most important shops in Philadelphia also reached terms with workers. No clashes reported.
A cablegram from Rome announces the appointment of Rev. Eugene Harvey of Pittaton as bishop of the new Pennsylvania diocese. The see will include parts of the Clarkshuvrge and Philadelphia archdiocese, with headquarters at Altona.
An afternoon raid by Jerome and associates targeted a pool room described as a full operation in a saloon at a street corner. Police detained men for charges and ordered a hearing tomorrow after a detective from a local committee filed the complaint.
At the Presbyterian general assembly the crowd burst into a patriotic rendition of a national anthem after Rev. Dr. Charles O Thompson urged support for home missions. The committee reported that over 3,000 churches gave nothing to the Home Mission board, prompting debate and the removal of a critical paragraph. Dr. Hugh K Walker warned that without home support foreign missions would fail.
Buffalo May 21 All switchmen employed by the Lehigh Valley railroad in Buffalo struck tonight stopping freight movement in the wards. Engines engineers and firemen were reportedly affected as the strike followed police patrols in yards since Monday. The switchmen objected to working under police protection and the action appears unrelated to machinists grievances.
Weather indications today forecast cloudiness with possible showers as the region notes a morning briefing. Central Patrol and school groups greet the president during assembly drills and municipal discussions on budget and bills. Local sports and cultural items appear alongside community notes from Carbondale and Altoona.
The New York May 21 report says Coroner Bausch found no link between Mrs. Kirk Stanley and Father Phillips death. He describes Stanley as very drunk, delaying authorities, and the unnamed woman as uninvolved, never meeting the priest, with no discreditable connection.
Police believe a daylight explosion at a Cambridge bank was a failed robbery attempt. The blast damaged the building but no valuables were taken, and the four story brick bank on Massachusetts Avenue near Central Square was shaken without further damage.
The Republican convention of the Second legislative district met in the courthouse arbitration room. Major W. S. Millar and Charles Hose were declared the delegates to attend the convention, with Deputy Attorney General Fred W. Leita as chairman and Samuel Stevens as secretary. No resolutions were adopted. delegates will travel to the convention.
Mrs McKinley rapidly recovers strength following a period of illness. The report notes steady improvement and comfort as she resumes her routine.
The piece lists commission selections including Ulon st. Viale Mokelway of Bycollyn and George Eadward Gratien of Albany, with other members Hon. John T. Mott of Oswego Wan, Gorham Rice of Albany, Clwisty Mead, Simon She of New York, and Marken Beatty of Balamridge.
A plea of guilty was entered today in the state supreme court by a defendant from Bridgeport for involvement in a civil dispute. The case related to a wild improper act and was sentenced to imprisonment.
Wire reports list multiple deaths including a Wichita city treasurer Aglow and former Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota Boutelle. Also noted are former Congressman Boutelle of Bangor and other local figures dying May 21 and May 2. The notices mark obituaries and memorials following their service.
President McKinley rode in a carriage along Van Ness Avenue as about 50,000 city pupils lined the route. Thousands waved bouquets and flags, while the crowd cheered as the president greeted children and delivered a brief address about education and national unity.
Wire service report notes a Disciples of Christ gathering with ministers and lay delegates. The event includes preaching by Matledge at the convention and sessions led by regional leaders. Local venues and dates are referenced as the assembly progresses.
Cloudy conditions expected with warmer temperatures in the southeast. Light to moderate winds in the afternoon. No precipitation was mentioned.
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