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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1897

Page

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New York Campaign Ends With Confident Party Lines

New York voters face a tense finish as Tammany Hall and Van Wyck seek mayoral victory while Henry George supporters lean toward George’s son. Analysts note Citizens’ Union shifts and Croker’s return shape the race amid a divided cross party battle across the city.

New York Conoerts Citizens' Union Republican Party Platt 3Manager Tammins Huron Taroomnany Richard Croker Tammany Hall Robert A. van Wryck Wiewam Henry Cleorgy Thomas Jefferson France Henry George the Battery Bronx Staten Island Rockaway George Cntnargn van Wyck Tammany Seth Henry Iourge Croker Fot Campaten Geri Tan Gears Welle Arthu William &. Rainsford Clergewman Hicherd Watson Gilder Lower Est Thomas Jefferson Deemocracy Coener Union PK Pather Duc Greaiter New York Euy Marshall Jerome Y Neill Veely Chossen Suigmiried Atteck Warren Bunthier Hall

Pennsylvania Railroad Board Declares 4 Percent Dividend

Philadelphia November first. The board of directors of the Pennsylvania Railroad met today and declared a semi annual dividend of 4 percent.

Philadelphia The Pennsylvania Railroad

National W C T U Meeting Opens In Buffalo

Miss Frances E Willard led the convention with devotional exercises and business sessions. Reports covered the W C T U school of method, parliamentary work, medal contests and press work. Delegates arrived from across the country for the national gathering in Buffalo New York on November 1.

Buffalo Frances BE. Willard National Women’s Christian Temperance Union Women’s Christian Temperance Union School Anna J. Benjamin Michigan A. E B. Carman Ilinois Mingle Barker Horning Tllinois Emile Martin New York

Insane Woman's Suicide Attempt in New Jersey Home

Mrs. Lona Curiltan killed herself by poison in Perth Amboy New Jersey and tried to bludgeon her husband with a bottle after drinking a bottle of barthol. He escaped and was only lightly injured as she died soon after.

New York Lona Curiltan Perth Amboy N. J Ngony

Republicans Aim for County Victory in Lackawanna Race

The piece argues privately that the Republican county ticket will win today but aims for small margins to claim moral victory for Brynanie and free silver. It urges Republicans in Lackawanna to mobilize the full party vote and energize stalwarts to produce a stunning result.

Brynaniem Lackawanne County Homer

Quiet Pennsylvania Campaign Ends Amid Reform Focus

Philadelphia reports a silent race with Rev. Dr. Swallow, Prohibition candidate for state treasurer, conducting a reform oriented bid and targeting the state administration. Campaign chairmen on the eve of election diverge in forecasts, with Swallow emphasizing policy over liquor issues.

Philadelphia Dr. Swallow Elate Swallow Prohibition Whaever

Election Returns Shown Tonight on Linden Street Screen

Tribune bulletins announce latest results to be projected by stereopticon on the mammoth screen at Linden street opposite Court House this evening.

Linden Street Court House

Women Temperance Sessions Report and Debates

Delegates at the Church of Our Father discussed papers on anti cigarettes temperance and temple finances. Mrs Matilda Carse reported a temple income of 24 466 42 with expenses 9 700 08, while a plan to raise funds and custodianship was urged amid amendments and votes.

Mise Willard Women's Christian Temperance Uiiton BB. Ingalls Miccourt Congress S. L. Oberholmer Penney van Mary Moore New York Frances Barnes Women's Christian Temperance Union Europe Misa Ella A. Boyle Staten Eland National Women's Christian Temperance Union Church of Our Father Matilda KB Carse Chirag Temple Sarah Johnson Temple Katherine Lente Stevenson Massachusetts Chicago Union Caree Susan Founden Alea Oa Donen Carse Sen Nighte Bunker Mss Willard Cornelian Dow Neal Dow Mra Marion H. Dunham Iowa Mra. Carse Miss Dow Woman's Temperance Publishing Association Maragre

Henry George Laid to Rest in Green-Wood Cemetery

Henry George is buried after four simple funeral services at Green-Wood Cemetery New York. Only close family and friends attend at the home overlooking the Narrows where George once worked. Clergy praise his social philosophy, noting his call for religion to serve humanity and its role in democracy.

New York Henry Geore Green Wood Cemetery John W. Krater Bath Beach Kramer Afr. George Henry George Mr. George George McGlynn Myltcopal Church Gidoree Groene Menry van Heecher Benjamin FL Treey

Strike Threat Looms Over Cotton Mills As Wages Cut Debated

A conference at Minecharter Mialand on November 1 between employers and workers failed to agree on a 3 percent wage cut for mill operatives. With northern England operatives already resisting, a nationwide strike of about 200 000 workers could begin December 1, risking a $50 million loss and potential cotton shortages. The parties later agreed to arbitration to consider a one percent monthly wage reduction.

Mialand Cnmmloyers Wollen Thele Tlw Haglan

New Jersey Election Hinge on Light Turnout and Local Races

In Trenton New Jersey a light vote is expected due to rain which may alter final results. No statewide winner is anticipated this year as parties focus on local and county contests. State senators in six counties may decide who succeeds James Smith in the U.S. Senate with Democrats predicted to gain, mainly in the lower house.

Trenton New Jersey Ho Tate Bix James Smith United States

Election Day Forecast and Campaign Odds Across States

Ohio voters face a tight off year with McKinley and Sherman on ballots while Democrats claim a Hamilton county edge and a U S Senate majority. Republicans push a large state ticket lead and fused gains in the legislature amid strong turnout and weather concerns. In Richmond Virginia Democrats support W J Daniel for another term as U S Senator with many districts unopposed and day’s rain shaping results.

Cincinnati Ohio Cleveland McKinkey Sherman Senate McKinley Hamilton County United States Hamilton Richmond W. J. Daniel Roanoke Hecht

French Detachment Surprised on Congo Expedition

London dispatch reports a French expeditionary detachment sent to the Ogowal river in the Congo district to avenge an attack on the Kelaidur from Aveyrun time. The force was surprised by natives, with many soldiers killed or wounded and the colonial official seriously wounded.

London Ogowal Congo District Heameor Kelaidur Aveyruntimet Etaminietratir

Postmaster Shot in Georgia? Richmond News Snippet

A man leaving a grain storage building with a bag of wheat was shot by guards who believed he would loot. The wounded man, later identified as John Teagles, newly appointed postmaster of Newberne, died from the confrontation.

Richmond Newberne Pulaski County John Teagles

Diamond store break-in drains diamonds worth value

London city district store of a diamond merchant was broken into between Saturday and Monday morning. Burglar(s) stole diamonds and other goods valued at about two thousand pounds. Authorities investigating the theft.

London Alands Ploomdilly

Weather forecast for Pennsylvania regions

Forecast for Tuesday in Washington region shows rain and cooler air with southeasterly winds shifting to northerly by night. Western Pennsylvania predicts lingering rain and cooler conditions with northeast to northwest winds.

Washington Pennsylvania

Barber Shot and Killed in New York Street

A two year old barber named Picardo was shot on Elizabeth Street by an unknown man who fled. Police later arrested Antonio Samacro and associates, while others remain suspected as to motive tied to an election dispute. The killer's identity and exact motive are not yet clear.

New York Guiseppe Picardo Elizabeth Street Tallans Antonio Samacro Pisaniy Tamatero Frank Grangiano Antonis Cala

Yellow fever reports show scattered cases and cooling trend

News from New Orleans and surrounding cities: health board forecasts improvement as cold weather may reduce cases. Reports from Mobile Montgomery Jackson and Durant note new cases, deaths, and treatment counts with varying local conditions and a suggested upcoming frost.

New Orleans Board of Health Fred Lautetuna Mobile Ala Whistler Vernon Meath Wagner Plomaton Montgomery Tole Jackson Milas iMlwaras Nitta Yun Durant

Brakeman Killed in Rail Accident Near Hawley

The Scranton Tribune reports a brakeman named Fartey died after conductor T. Malia backed a train over him near Lockawaxen. Fartey, a resident of the area, suffered severe injuries including a brain wound and severed limbs. He remained alive briefly at the scene before dying en route to a hospital.

Wermstad Jarvis

Cabinet to Review Judgment Provisions on Schooner Competitor Case

The mintier for foreign affairs Sonor Chiyllon the minister for the colonies Sonor Moret and Admiral Ternoja the minister for marine are reviewing a report on the judgment provisions of the crew of the American schooner Competitor captured in Cuban waters in April. The report will be considered for approval at the next cabinet meeting.

Aladrid Sonor Chiyllon Sonor Moret Ternoja Apel

Steamship Arrivals Report for New York Harbor

Steamship arrivals and clearances listed for New York. Vessels Saale Hiremen Germanic Liverpool St Louis Southampton Bremen show arrivals. Nomad and La Gans also reported arriving in New York from Liverpool and Havie arrivals noted.

New York Saale Germanic Liverpool St. Louis Houthampton Bremen Nomadio la Ganscosne

Private vault dynamited in Burlington break in

In Burlington Ontario early this morning the private tank of KR G Baxter was broken into and the vault and ante were wrecked by dynamite. About $208 was stolen.

Burlington Ont KR. G. Baxter

Tracy Mayor Bid Sparks Cheilen NY Race

Local coverage notes signs pointing toward a mayoral race in Cheilen New York amid broad regional election chatter. Reports reference council involvement and early voter sentiment indicating a vigorous municipal contest.

State Capitols Architect Case Heard by Supreme Court

Arguments were heard in the Pennsylvania Supreme Court over the Capitol Commission’s power to select an architect for the state capitol. Two appeals, from Dauphin and Lancaster counties, challenge the commission’s discretion and the eight designs considered. A decision is expected soon.

Pittsburg New Supreme Court State Capitol Commission D. H. Hastings Cope Dauphin County Lancaster County James H. Warner Commission Francis J. Gowen John G. Johnson Robert Snograss Lyman D. Gilbert Appellees Wuld Board of Experts Capitol Aimollins Court of Equity

Football tragedy prompts debate over Georgia college football

The misspelled report notes a fatal incident involving a University of Georgia football player, raising questions about the team’s future and potential disbandment. Senator Bonner Allen proposes a measure to ban football in Georgia, amid multiinstitutional concerns.

Atlanta von Gammean University of Georgian Katomtay Aiebanr House of Representa Liver Treasulion Paket Hell Universitie Georeha Bonuter Allen Senate Tollay

Weather Report From New York Districts

The briefing notes cloudy warmer conditions with rain in the eastern districts and dangerous gusts near the coast. Northerly winds sweep the western areas while cooling trends spread toward the cyclone’s center as coastal fronts ease.

New York Atatom New Knaiam Belek Cape May

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