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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1902
Page
1
A fragmented notice mentions proposed trust law considerations sent to Congress. It references a fatal incident near Reading Road and Diamond Street with few legible details about ages or persons involved, indicating a local legal or regulatory matter rather than a full obituary or clear event description.
The Roosevelt administration plans to seek action in the coming session to curb overcapitalization and monopoly using constitutional authority. A pending treaty will advance reciprocity with Cuba, with attorney general Knox urging broader Sherman act amendments and stricter enforcement to curb trust evasion and interstate commerce interference. The cabinet endorses these goals as central to the president's message.
In Philadelphia on a sunny day Albert Lowe a noted businessman was struck amid a sequence of events involving bystanders and officials. Police continued inquiries as witnesses were questioned and safety measures were reviewed.
Exclusive AP report from Washington notes Col Garrett D Wright and Gen John M Wil met with the President. They said individual operators in the anthracite region agreed to actions named by the commission chaired by Judge Gras. Roosevelt welcomed the update as it clarifies the commission’s task and its progress.
In Boston police work on the Maven murder case a suspect list grows with Joseph Nemser failing to identify Mason and other figures. Signatures on jeweler’s checks for recovered watches all match the same hand, suggesting a broader conspiracy. A man named Yonoatto was questioned in Watertown but also not identified. Governor Gene King observed the scene in Waverly as the investigation nears new turns.
The French Chamber invalidated the election of Count Boni de Castellane by a 278 to vote amid a heated contest over irregularities. Castellane and his accuser traded charges of Germain descent and election purchasing, with Castellane appealing to the chamber to uphold his victory for the Masses Alpes district.
Washington November 7 The annual report on rural free delivery outlines plans to extend service across the United States covering about 100 percent of the area. The service will require 26 000 to 27 000 new carriers in addition to current staff, totaling around 40 000 when complete.
A colorfully described execution occurs six miles from the city with about 5000 spectators witnessing the hanging. The report attributes the event to a local contentious case involving Hall Mahone and mentions Rebeuds McLoud in connection with the scene.
Wilkes Barre November 7 The official count shows James Flanaghan Democrat elected to the Third district legislature replacing Morgan Republican as indicated by unofficial returns.
Richard Cole, a decorated painter, was arrested and jailed to await grand jury action in the murder of Ada Gilbert Dennis, a dressmaker, at her home in Washington. Testimony linked him to statements about reopening the investigation as detectives tied his remarks to the case. Cole denied making the alleged statements and disputed published quotations.
Paris dispatch reports government arbitration rejects wage rise for Nord miners amid ongoing coal district unrest. At Lens and Calais strife pits strikers against cavalry with bricks flying. one soldier injured, several arrests, reinforcements deployed to disperse crowds.
In Sofia Bulgaria today a sensational publication claims to reveal facsimiles of correspondence plotting against Premier Stambuloft and his ministry. It names Minister Ludskanoff and Count Ignotient as involved and suggests an imminent cabinet upheaval.
Exclusive wire from Madrid reports the Basque Autonomist leader Sabino Arana on trial in Bilbao for sending a telegram to President Roosevelt congratulating him on Cuba’s independence. Prosecutor seeks eight-year imprisonment after deeming the telegram illegal.
Complete county returns show PennyPacker ahead with plurality overall. Allegheny and Washington counties missing from final totals but other counties report PennyPacker leads. result indicates broad support across several regions despite gaps.
Exclusive AP report notes an exhibition mile and several performances at the park meet. Dane Cyesnos and Obi Walther carried notable times while weather and mud affected attempts, with Crosenus missing a key appointment.
An Associated Press report from Bhenundosh says nine laborers including Martin Vanis and Enoch Bisavage were killed when a coal fall at Cambridge colliery buried them as they sat in the gangway eating lunch from a nearby diner. The accident occurred this afternoon and all victims perished instantly.
Early returns across Nebraska Idaho Montana Rhode Island Oklahoma and Colorado indicate Republican gains. Nebraska reelects Mickey for governor and McChathy Norris win congressional seats while Idaho shows a strong Republican majority and Montana reports a clean GOP sweep for the first time in a decade. Rhode Island confirms a Democratic governor in Pawtucket celebrations.
The pope today received Archbishop Chapelle telegraphing from Cuba and Porto Rico and New Orleans, showing keen interest in the diocese. Archbishop Chapelle presented fifty Cuban students studying for the priesthood. the pope welcomed them and offered apostolic benediction and a kiss of peace.
Fragmentary wire text from The Apsuehatenl Croan New York mentions arrivals in New York for Liverpool and references various place names including Queenstown Coltic and Liverpool tid prtayoeded. The garbled lines hinder clear events or dates.
An early morning blaze destroyed the underwall factory of Holstman and Bhoel ton, including goods, building, and the books of the firm. The loss is about 40,000 with insurance coverage of 15,000. Fire officials are investigating the cause.
Exclusive report from Hazleton details the First City troop of Philadelphia arriving this afternoon from Tomahawk. The unit will be quartered in an abandoned building near Lehighton, with duties to be established in the area.
Official returns from Luzerne County show party totals for Governor Lieutenant Governor and other state tickets, with three Republicans and three Democrats elected to the legislature. The board also reported county officials including commissioners, treasurer, and a tight contest for the register.
A Denver area caucus reports Democrats will block joint sessions if Republicans pursue measures to unseat Teller supporters. A three member senate and five member house committee plans a joint caucus to bind Democrats against Republican moves, with fraud contests prepared by defeated senate candidates. Joint ballot totals show Democrats ahead of Republicans though margins shift by district.
The Dun and Co Weekly Review of Trade reports steady progress across regions with continued evidence of growth. Ambitious heavy distribution and higher transactions in steel and iron are noted as producers face mild price changes and potential export needs to offset imports. Production expands, but demand remains cautious with delivery delays and weather affecting retail sales.
A scrambled report describes a locomotive theft traced from a Rock Ishin yard to a northern route via Mwing Vale. The engine was found abandoned with a passenger car attached and the thief fled, leaving unclear details about identity or capture.
A young Doukhobor woman in Yorkton dons white cotton and shawl to pose as the Virgin Mary. The case stuns local Doukhobors who defend her act as a misguided diversion amid protests and community debate.
Private Arthur Wadsworth of the Eighteenth Pennsylvania National Guard was arrested on a habeas corpus petition after killing William Durham during strike duty in Shenandoah. The case prompted the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to schedule a re hearing and order release on $500 bail.
New York on November 7 reports the second Molineux murder trial ending its evidence phase with court adjournment to Monday for counsels arguments and a verdict anticipated Tuesday. Witness statements related to the poison package and a brown overcoat are noted among ongoing defense testimony.
Exclusive report says Clinton J. Mote, a clerk at the Dayton post office, was arrested on suspicion of robbing mail and stealing letters. Inspector Keele states the accused confessed and implicated a suspect known as The Player tile. The only company involved is identified as Pompe to portinay, with losses around 2 dollars. The case draws attention for ties to other local figures.
A fragmentary newspaper item notes the death of Av. Law a former Chicago division superintendent and mentions public notices in Pillsburg and Bellevue. It also reports the death of Billy Tate the well known sporting figure who recently was taken to an insane asylum and refereed major fights.
Guerrillas serving the government present captured papers and letters from General Matos staff to President Castro. Reports say Matos Mendoza and Biers flee toward mountainous districts after ammo shortages caused a collapse of rebel forces near La Victoria and San Mateo.
President Olyphant denies rumors that the road and mines deal has been settled. Exclaims through wire service that reports of coal preparation and transport via the New York Central to the Pennsylvania system are unfounded. The dispute involves rail interests and ownership claims tied to Philadelphia and Pittsburgh interests.
Fragmented OCR text from The Associated Press notes a broken ground situation at Capitol construction with unclear entities and numbers. The piece mentions contractors BF Pivne Uo of Philadelphia and a large sum about 97 million, but details are garbled.
Forecast for Saturday and Sunday calls for fair conditions in Pennsylvania with a breezy period. Sunday sees variable winds and a northern wind shift, with unsettled conditions possible.
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