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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1896

Page

2

Spain's Injustice to Our Citizens

Washington dispatch notes Consul-General Lee in town to brief President Cleveland on Cuba. Lee reports Cuban rebellion stalls progress but warns that continued hostilities imperil American trade. Article compares Cuban situation to Hawaii and outlines expected focus of Cleveland's upcoming message to Congress.

Washington Cleveland Island Lee State Department White House Congress Cuba Olney Navy Department Herbert Hampton Roads Havana Senate House Turkey General Lee General Grant Hawaii Weyler Maceo

Spain's Troop Commander Plays With Children Amid War Duties

The Cuban war drags on as Spain's force commander at Havaga conducts moves by telegraph and heliograph while spending time with his children. Military experts note such distant oversight helps explain the prolonged campaign and unclear prospects for ending it without US intervention.

Spain Havaga Cuba United States

Postal statistics from Frank H. Jones annual report

First Assistant Postmaster-General Frank H. Jones reports for the year ending June 30 1896 a savings of 4289985 and improved mail delivery volume. He urges 17000000 for next year salaries total receipts 45282364 free delivery expanded to 24 cities with 63 entitled, experimental free delivery reduces receipts, and debates money order exchanges with Mexico He cites a $100 fine for unlawful use of a congressman’s frank after campaign disregard.

Washington Frank H. Jones Jones Congress

Georgetown athlete Erases two world marks in one day

Bernard J. Weters of Georgetown set two world records in a single meet on November 8. He ran 100 yards in 9.5 seconds and 400 yards in 40.5 seconds, aided by pacemakers Julius Walsh and McAnery. A curved, slow track at Georgetown did not prevent the historic performances.

Washington Georgetown Bernard J. Weters Wefer New York Weters Julius Walsh McAnery Walsh

Newspaper Man Burk to Leave Country After McKinley Victory

Frederic Burke, a Milwaukee reporter, agreed months ago to depart the United States if McKinley won. He and Frank Donaldson arranged the wager with a January 1 1897 deadline. Burke plans to travel by rail to New Orleans then sail to a South American country, possibly seeking exile.

Frederick Burke Bryan Milwaukee Wis Frederic Burke McKinley Frank Donaldson Burke Donaldson New Orleans

Harmer Named Possible Cabinet Prospect in McKinley Era

Washington dispatch reports Republican circles in capital discuss Congressman Alfred C. Harmer of Philadelphia receiving a cabinet portfolio. Harmer says he had heard of such talk and would consider an offer if Major McKinley extended it, though he had not sought a cabinet post.

Philadelphia Washington Alfred C. Harmer McKinley Harmer Teeward

WEDDING DEPENDENT ON M KINLEY INDIANA COUPLE MARRIES

In Ligonier Indiana W E Kiner a Milwaukee traveling sales man and Miss Grace Dawes wed after agreeing to marry only if McKinley won the election. They planned for October 20 and even issued cards and arranged the clergy. Kiner returned to Milwaukee then came back after McKinley’s victory to claim his bride, keeping the pact that they would not marry if he failed.

Ligonier Ind la Orange County W. E. Kiner Milwaukee Grace Dawes Trosseau McKinley Ohio Kiner Miss Dawes

Gladstone Urges Clear Liberal Leadership After Rosebery

London report says Mr Gladstone replies to a private letter urging the Liberal leadership vacancy be settled and a definite programme set, including Turkish policy. He notes his retirement disqualifies him from judgment and argues the public wants genuine retirements after formal steps.

Liberal Party London Gladstone Lord Roseberry

Remarkable gas well struck near Anderson Indiana

A new gas well west of Anderson Indiana yields pressure above 340 pounds per square inch making it the most remarkable in the gas belt. Reporters note the pressure is so strong it forces a silver dollar up and out when dropped into the well.

Anderson Ind

Markets and Stocks Buoyant on Saturda y Trade

New York stock trading showed activity and buoyancy in a short Saturday session with gains in many issues. Metals, utilities, and transportation stocks led advances while volume reached 227 685 shares. market optimism centered on resumed business, looser money, and potential higher dividends from some Granger roads.

New York Stock Exchange Metropolitan Traction Sugar Hurlington and Quincy Py Rock Island General Electric Manhattan Pacific Mail Omaha I Tennessee Coal Western Union William Linn Allen & CO Mears

Chicago Grain and Provision Market Report Nov 7

Chicago publishes a mixed set of futures in wheat corn and lard with November and December contracts listed for wheat at various prices and cash quotations across flour, soft oats, rye, barley and pork products. Notable figures include No 2 red wheat around 4. or higher and lard near 4.0 to 4.1.

New York Dtuc Sige Chicago Hge White State Western City Seminal Continent State Dairy Tralee Western Dairy Salatge Do. Creamery Talge Elgins Quiet State State SiaByec Wyawic Cain Igalitge Yale Megs Park

Provisions Market Steady in Philadelphia Trade

In Philadelphia on November 7 provisions held steady amid moderate demand. Prices quoted include smoked beef and hams at major grades, pork and lard levels, salted, salt cured and smoked meats, shoulders, bacon, and tallow with variations by brand and quality.

Philadelphia

Cattle and hog receipts at Union Stock Yards market

At Union Stock Yards on November 7 receipts show 300 head cattle and 16 000 hogs. Cattle steady with steers and cows/bulls trading from 1.00 to 5.55 per unit. Hogs mixed to heavy packing and shipping lots meet higher demand with prices around 2.50 to 5.55. Lambs and other items noted with smaller receipts and varied values.

Union Iy Western Rangers Mater Rm

Buffalo Cattle and Hogs Market Report Deepens Prices

Buffalo cattle market remains steady to strong with veal demand firm and prices around 2 6.75. Hogs show active trading with Yorkers up to 3.00 while mediums fetch higher for mixed weights. Sheep and lambs remain active with choice lambs around 4.00 to 4.79 and slaughter-ready ranges.

Buffalo Or .Ag

Wanted Ads and Office Notices in Scranton Daily

Fragments show want ads for agents sales positions with pay promises, medical doctors and specialists, lawyers, retail posts, and services in Scranton area. Names include Clifton Soap and Manufact uring Co Cincinnati and Edward C Is & Co Chicago. Also listings for attorneys Replogle Hamilton Watson Diehl Hall Kellow and Bauer Orchestra.

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