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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 13, 1894

Page

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Fifty Million Gold Bond Loan To Be Issued

Banks in New York City agree to supply gold for a government loan of 50 million dollars at 6 percent redeemable in ten years. Officials expect rapid oversubscription and foresee higher money demand with spring business growth. Depositors may face shifts in interest rates as gold is mobilized for the sale.

New York City New York Warrkit China Pire Valle Berlin National Banke Toney W. Ciiution Pest Went Chase National Bank Mr. Chon Preal- Went Nash Com Exchange National Bank Tuappen Galletin National Bank Simmons Fourth National Willhimgs Chemmical National Bank Chase National Banks Union Trust United States Central Hall King, Stewart and Olcott Companien Chitago Viligens WI Electron Canada Australia Supreme Tribunal of the Knighte of Pythine Cincinnati Indian Territory Silon Lewis Walter Wooley Udidie Union Chicago AH. K. Margees James Doyle Marlon Manola Henton Patrick Welsh Mise Mary A. Harold Cholapa Masa Arkanais Pendtory Sd Cotkreusmen Beott Omaha Pat ©. Hawes

National WCTU Convention to Convene in Cleveland

The National Women s Christian Temperance Union will hold a major gathering at Muriel Hall in Cleveland starting Friday, November 12, with five daily sessions. Frances Willard and Lady Henry Somerset are slated to speak, and Nepal Dow is expected to address. Delegates from cities nationwide will attend the 1874 organized body meeting.

Cleveland National Women’s Christian Temperance Union Murle Hall Tommenotn Francesa Willard Alee World's Union Henry Somerset Weeld's Women's Christian Temperance Union England Wee Birmingham American Women's Christian Temperance Union Nepal Dow

Walked in Her Sleep Woman Falls From Window

A Wilmington woman about 25 and well dressed registered as Mrs Lane Wilmington at the Ashland house. Early next morning a patrolman found her on the sidewalk in night clothes unconscious. She later said she might have fallen from a window while sleepwalking.

Wilmington United Press New York Ashland Hovue Mra

Hoke Smiths Methods Stir Pension Controversy

A veteran with a long wartime record and steady citizenship seeks a pension increase after twenty five years receiving Hi per month for a non near wound. He faced delays and demanded witnesses during the congressional campaign as he presses for the rightful raise.

United Preas Columbuy Toke Smithian

Young Man Dies After Morphine Dosing in New York

A telegram led to a police search in New York where N T Reynolds, son of Lancaster’s George N Reynolds, was found unconscious and died soon after. He had left Lancaster under the pretense of a vacation and reportedly resided in a boarding house on East Thirty fourth Street.

United Press New York Byrnes GN. Reynolds Lancaster N. BR. Reynolds East Thirty Fourth Street Likeman Gilfoyle Wottini Reynolds Elle Gifogle N. Tf Theynolds George N. Reynolds Lancaster Trust Company

Big Fire in New Orleans Destroys Texas and Pacific Wharf

Fire swept the Texas and Pacific wharf across the river in New Orleans causing about 40 firemen to combat the blaze. The wharf extending over 900 feet was totally destroyed and roughly 25,000 bales of cotton were consumed along with several loaded cotton cars. The value of the loss is not known.

Waslted Press New Oring Tesas and Pacific

ONE STORM'S COST AND TRAIN ROBBERS REPORTS

Connecticut telegraph and telephone lines suffer major damage from a rare election storm with about 8000 poles felled and 20000 miles of wire ruined. Authorities estimate losses near 100000 though likely understated. In another item, a train robbery near St. Louis and San Francisco bound express car looted with robbers fleeing.

Hartford Conn Wis

Fragmented News Digest from American and International Events

Snow and damage sweep western Tennessee and Wisconsin while fires threaten Arkansas and Tennessee. A prominent horseman Dale of Lee Massachusetts dies by shooting. Executions and crimes ripple across cities with mob violence and legal actions. International exhibitions and trade talks surface as nations attend Los Angeles events and aviation pare arms. Authorities crack down after assaults and jail terms imposed for various offenses as sensational incidents unfold nationwide.

Superior Wis Porat Tennessee Dale Lee, Mass Echoonur M. FP Barklow Wis

Cleveland's New Currency Reform Plan Proposed

Washington reports President Cleveland likely to propose radical currency reform in his annual message. He favors a credit currency issued by the government to replace the present gold standard and Treasury notes. He believes the tariff issue should be set aside for years while Democrats redeem pledges and pursue monetary reform.

Washington Cleveland Congress Tui

Women vote allegiance to suffrage drive in Colorado

United Press reports Colorado women showed strong interest in the suffrage campaign and voted in high proportion. Many near the century mark went to the polls and proved adept at the Australian ballot, signaling impact on Denver local government and party politics.

Colorado United Press Denver Col Wien Bowie Republican Party

Governor Walte Face Lumpen Rebuke From Party Gathered

In Denver on Saturday the governor faced a sharp dressing down from conservative party members led by Rep. Pence. The crowd, mostly Populist supporters, pressed for the governor to resign or be removed, and Pence urged him to leave office amid calls to purge “socalists” and save the party. The scene marked the first time Walte was left speechless in the executive chambers.

Denver Col Walte Nile Pence India Tornthy Wilderth

Morals of Cycling Sermon for Wheelmen in Trenton

Rev Morris Penfield Pikes of the First Hap church preached on Morals of Cycling to Mercer county wheelmen at church. Over a hundred cyclists attended the Sunday service, riding to church and parking bikes in the Sunday school room. A decorated bicycle was suspended from the pulpit and a parading wheelmen formed a short procession uptown after services.

Trenton N. J Morris Penfield Pikes Mercer County Me. Fikes

Political Aftermath and Electoral Returns Across Regions

A garbled report notes shifts in party power, resignations by postmaster ELPP Eisner of Hazleton, and a Canton Copper works wage increase tied to a Republican victory. It cites Senate hopefuls, a West Virginia contest, and a talk of a presidential inauguration escort.

Kolbnies Alabama Elpp Eisner Hazleton Canton Copper Works Baltimore Elett John W. Croft Gotham Juan. J Stephen TB Nathan Goff Republic West Virginia Tustings Mpoentsylvadia Biute College James Clarkson Laws Colorado Wilson West Virgina McDowell County Alcan County Michigdn Harrisville Alt. Washburn Unneset

Voorhees Talks Rally and Principles After Return to Washington

Senator Voorhees of Indiana arrived in Washington and declined to discuss politics or the recent slump in Democratic fortunes. In an interview, he predicted the Democratic party would rally and again uphold the party's founding principles leading to victory.

Wellington Nev Rangom North Carollina Senate Washinton Devcauhiey APY Democratic Party Washington Senator Voorhove Indiana

City to Seek £10,000 for Diphtheria Anti-toxin Supply

Proposed ordinance before the city council seeks an appropriation of 10 000 pounds to manufacture and secure quantities of anti-toxin to guard against a diphtheria epidemic.

Shooting of Mother by Brother-in-Law in Martin Street

George Mattin of Howth Martin Street shot his mother in an act of rage mistaken for his brother-in-law Powell. The confrontation began during a quarrel with Powell and escalated when Mattin seized a Flobert rifle and threatened Powell. The mother opened the door and was wounded in the eye as Mattin claimed misidentification. Martin was arrested and jailed.

Duranigo Mex Henry Ward F. PB. Orth Lewis York Kirking Tlenry Germany Father Behnofle Omatin Flora McGreever Cidarville Willan Blackburn Mik.hart, Ind Jusiin Tieine Alaeiin Thomas Powell Martin Jentge Powell Alurimn Metin

Asiatic Situation Deepens as Port Arthur Falls to Japan

Shanghai dispatch reports Port Arthur captured by Japanese with Chinese troops abandoning forts. Americans arrested aboard Sydney released under guarantee. China seeks arbitration but Britain involvement shapes outcome. Journal notes Japan may demand indemnity near 100 million and Britain’s stance could delay a quickest settlement.

London Shanghai Central News Port Arthy Ehemy Ies Chineman

Wayne Iron Works to Raise Wages By Ten Percent Advance

An official of Brown's Song companys owners of the Wayne Iron works says next week the company will implement a ten percent advance to puddlers. The wage increase will set earnings at 4.40 dollars per ton as a voluntary uplift to show good times ahead.

Wayne Iron Works United Preap Pittsburg Brown's Song Companys

Death of Clwydfardd Archdruid of Wales

The venerable Archdruid Clwydfardd dies at a advanced age after a life long link to Gorsedd ceremonies. Born November 20 1800 at Denbigh he worked as a watchmaker plumber and bell hanger later living in Abergele. His death ends a storied career in Welsh poetry and national rites.

Scranton Tribune London Olwydfurdd Wales Almeckte Anathonil Ebsteddfod David Gritith Rane Denbigh Abergele Enelynwry Houmanin Bylvey Carma

Czar’s Funeral Train Leaves Moscow for St Petersburg

The body of Danny Alexander was moved from the Kremlin to the railroad station for a special train bound for St Petersburg. A formal viewing was held at the station before departure, with a procession and arrival tone noted in the dispatch.

Moscow Danny Alexander Kremlin St. Petersburg Arrivabout

Blizzard Rolls Through Michigan Harbor Shelters Ships

A heavy snow storm rages across Michigan with high winds driving snow in sheets. Snow limits visibility and threatens travelers while the harbor fills with vessels seeking shelter from the gale.

Menominne Mich

Poisoned Worker Sues Carnegie Steel for 10000 Damages

Hyde Bird testifies in Pittsburgh that a non union employee at Carnegie Steel’s No. 6 restaurant was poisoned after eating there. He served until January 10 and later only half time until April when discharged. He says weight fell from 149 to 76 pounds.

Carnegie Stein Company United Press Pittsburg

Bowman One Trial For Self Confessed Murderer

William Bown, the self confessed murderer who shot a Arabian trader, was called for trial in the criminal court at Arabi. The court appointed counsel, and the case was postponed until Monday for defense preparation. Mills Seal in Operation reported by Martins Perry. Laughin Noll works started full operation after two months, with Abbot G men and boys employed. lack of orders blamed for shutdown.

Wilkes-Barre William Bown Seddier Martins Perry Laughin Noll Abbot G Men Boye

Finley’s Umbrellas Offered at Low Prices Below Value

An advertisement lists a wide range of umbrellas for sale with prices from 43c to 3.75, including 26 to 30 inch ladies and gents models. Items feature Paragon frame, twisted Union Silk, natural wood and fancy handles, with various sizes and finishes.

Suicide and wrecks dot early Hanover headlines

Emma Tate of Hanover died by suicide. Shenandoah City shaft damage reported from a twistling cage incident. A fatal gun accident near Carlisle leaves Juttice Shearer dead. Tinplate mills in western Pennsylvania oppose wage arbitration. A gas oil prospecting strike hits near Bellefonte. Southern black workers in coke regions depart after last summer’s strike. William Yeantah of Columbia killed when his baker wagon overturns, former Columbia Fire Department chief.

Emma Tate Hanover Shenandoah City Carlile Juttice Shearer Himelf Pennsminia Balt Lick Bellefonte William Yeantah Columbia Ohiet Columbia Fire Department

Diphtheria Cure In Chicago Health Dept Starts Antitoxin

Chicago's Health Department under Commissioner Reynolds began manufacturing anti toxin for diphtheria. The work has run for two weeks with secrecy to avoid interference from students and others interested in bacteriology.

Health Department United Prec Chicago Reynolds

Earthquake Tremor Felt in Yamaska Quebec

A strong quake struck Yamaska Quebec at about 4 a m lasting ten seconds. Residents heard a low rumble accompanying the shock, with signs of disturbance from west to east.

Yamaska Quebec

Army officers reassigned after General Howard retirement

A conscience contribution delivered through the Philadelphia customs collector has reached the treasury. Civilians will replace uniformed attendants in army canteens, recreation and club rooms. General Milon will move to New York, General Roger to Chicago, and General Forsythe to San Francisco.

Philadelphia Howard Milon New York Roger Chicago Forsythe San Francisco

Evans Election Declared For Fivans In Tennessee

Official returns from a Tennessee county show Republican nominee Fivans leading with a plurality of 1.651 votes. The figures are carefully compiled and expected to remain unchanged by state officials.

Evans United Press Nashville Tenn iNow Evirus Fivans

Increasing clouds and rain forecast with rising temps

Forecast calls for increasing cloudiness and periods of rain as temperatures edge upward. Light to moderate winds from the west are expected to accompany the change, with a gradual warm spell building later in the week.

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