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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 13, 1899

Page

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Boers Surround Kimberley in November Action

Reports from South Africa describe Boer forces pressing toward Kimberley with heavy engagement near the reservoir and Kilnworth. Casualties include Major Ay left, police sergeant Watermay wounded, and several Boer dead. shells and Maxims exchanged as columns maneuver and artillery support arrives from Diamond Field.

Coe 'Bae Ikekewdich Oranre Free Tmuarder Witawe Ring Transvaal Kenilworth Moan Kinvieorhey Tarmer Perkmen Enm Artillers Vorda Diamond Tell Tur Thee Terri Chepew de Masia Kekowfol Tarner Kimberley Tyrer Maxim Iso Muns Diamond Field Arritory Aed Lubbe Cape Police Watermay Kiiherley Adronel Kekewleh Enmy Kamepers Thun Otto Cape Pollew

Boer tines traversed and Cape Town reports

A telegraphic despatch from Pretoria dated yesterday notes that foreign consuls hold weekly meetings at the Italian agent residence to discuss international matters. Other items report mines in operation and military reconnoitering near Pieterville and Ladysmith with bombardment observations.

Cape Town Pretoria Cape Colony Ninth Geneers Wry Pert Villy

Navy Secretary urges revamp of naval reserve and militia systems

The annual naval report calls for reorganizing the naval reserves to align with regular officers, promotes reserve manpower in wartime, and proposes a unified signaling system. It notes readiness improvements, a state militia drilling program at sea, and widespread acceptance by governors except one.

Washington Allen Lone W. H. EL Southerland Seine Heersteuid Sie Mteh Labthewse Iistriet Navy Department Mirapherntha Navy Yard Maine Minnesota Naval Ofivera

Russia and Japan May Fight in Far East Rumors

Victoria B C Nov 12 rumors of strained relations between Kusela and Japan circulate after North China Daily News reports Chinese merchants fear war. Japan is viewed as courting conflict, now second only to England in Far East naval strength. London dispatch notes high authority says diplomacy and loans surface amid tension.

Eitoors Eurround Kimberley Cape Peerty Gooyveenomi Japan England Far East Russia Victoria B. C Kusela Secon Vortimn North China Daily News Daintiem New Orwang Port Arthur Chufa de Tomislee Shagit Jayan Sivdegig Kaigiend Haval Gener Wwe London Clyde Tt In Tuer Mellacys Siussia Ae Ppa China Empresa Jorge Rene Prince Henry Prussia North Pacific Daily Mall

Phillip's Lecture At Annapolis On Christian Character

Commodore John W. Philtin O S M spoke at the Naval Academy, stressing the higher duty of the American officer beyond technical training. He warned that while the academy provides professional education, cadets must also cultivate Christian character, addressing a small audience of naval cadets and local residents.

Annipolis John W. Philtin Texas Batte Bnotinga Naval Academy Segornd Navy Academy Naval Cadets Association Academy

Eyler Retained as Principal of State Industrial School

In Trenton on November 12 official word announced that Mrs Myrtie J Eyler will be retained as principal of the state industrial school for girls and that teachers and staff will be kept unless new reasons arise. Board president McCullough stated the move in a meeting with Eyler and the staff amid discussions of past charges and ongoing supervision to prevent further escapes.

Trenton N.J Myrtie J. Eyler Ems McCullough Myre Eyler Tiowell Stull Trus Tes Board of Rusters Cormunittes Baturtay Sii

Lincoln Nebrumors of Travel Trails and Trips

The note lists several people headed for distant trips from Lincoln Nebraska. J Brean and Wieson depart for St Lol where they will be joined by Wat. M Wetmore plans to follow for a hunting kin. Mire Bryoan will join the group later and they all intend to travel to Texas for an extended trip.

Tiincoln Neb J. Brean Wieson Jodne St. Lol M. ©. Wetmore Wil Bryean Texaa

Unclear fragmentary report on foot injury during game

The text shows a fragmented account of John Allen sustaining a foot injury amid a chaotic moment in a game. Details are garbled with inconsistent wording and missing context.

Moody Speaks to Large Audience at Revival Event

Pastor Moody addressed about 30 000 worshippers at a revival service starting today in the city. Convent attendance was large with many seeking admission while others stayed outside due to capacity limits.

Kanene Olty Dwight J. Moody Evangeliat Euod

Maritime Route Log From New York to Southampton

Shipping notice records movements of vessels including New York arrivals at the port of Southampton and Havre, with entries showing departures for Pretoria and Queenstown and calls at Hamburg and Havre. The fragment outlines multiple port-to-port legs and general routing for transatlantic trade.

New York Southampton la Gascoagne Havre Hamburg Pretoria Biniria

Hobart Improves. Prospects For Recovery Noted

Paterson New Jersey November 1 Vice President Hobart showed no favorable night but improvement observed for several days continued today He ate a light meal with milk and tea and gained strength since ten days ago when he was rapidly sinking He now rests largely reclining and sleeps without pain His wife Mrs Hebert has stayed by his side for two weeks providing support during this critical period

Mr. Hobard Mia. Hebert Fede

MYSTERIOUS CLai OF POLISH PRIEST MYSTERIOUS CLAi OF POLISH PRIEST

A Polish Catholic priest Rev Valentine P Gawrychowski visits a Philadelphia home and describes a chaotic evening with Father Zaleskio and others. The account mentions whiskey wine music and a planned trip to Wilkes-Barre and Scranton for church services.

Pather Geegawakl Baltimore Pather Todliwiewski Fariday Philadonna Tre

Pacific Tilecult Deal Involves New Jersey Firm

San Francisco November 1 The Pacific Tilecult company a corporation of New Jersey has filed a deed of trust for 0.09 dollars to the Produce Exchange Trust Company of New York, securing the interests of cracker concerns by Pacific, the American Circuit company, Standard Badge company of San Winello and Bishop & Co. of Los Angeles in a graphically complex finance transaction.

San Francisco Pacific New Jersey New York Vis Company Standard Bigot Company Ban Winneloo Bishop & Co Low Angelen

Terrible Fight at Porto Cabello Ends in Surrender

Porto Cabello Venezuela November 12 General Paredes after a brutal battle surrendered at 10 AM to forces led by General Ramon Guerra. Devastation covers the town as cannonades and bombardment end, with wounded and dead estimated in the hundreds as surgeons from warships in the harbor tend to the injured.

Porto Cabello Venezuela Paredes Andrade Cipriano Castro Crufeer Detroit Ramon Guerra Paredca Gaperra Gener Libertador

Will View The War. Japanese Interest in South African Conflict

In a Nov. 12 dispatch from Winel, advices show the Japanese government preparing to send a deputation to the South African front to study Boer strength and tactics. Japan aims to understand modern warfare as Russia and other powers watch developments. The Japanese government notes a December 4 deadline for exchange of several bank notes, after which holders bear loss.

Townsend Winel St. Tone Dypances Ori Stak Japeni As Vietauer Seoul Niking Boren Variona Germany Japan Russia Keres Offelal Gosette 14Th Nations Bank of Onna National Bank of

Robber Dead in Chicago Identified as Frank Doyle

The body of the suspected robber shot by police operator Thede B. Giles was identified as Frank Doyle of John Doyle & Co. Contractors. Doyle was described as well connected with a wealthy family. his friends doubt the robbery motive. Giles remains under arrest awaiting investigation.

Chicago Thede B. Giles Frank Doyle John Doyle John Doyle & Co Doyle Giles

Miners Rejoice As Former Superintendent Deposed

Hongleton Pa Nov 12 Gomer Jones superintendent of the Lehigh and Wilkes-Barre Coal company at Audenreidh and Honey Brook where a strike ended two years ago has been replaced by William Mack of William Tiarre Lost thousands of men Jones had discharged show delight at the change and the miners celebrate the new arrangement.

Hongleton Gomer Jones Lehigh Ant Wilkes-Barre Coal Company Audenreidh Honey Tummer Wiliam Mack William Tiarre Jones

Powder Mill Explosion Kills Santa Cruz Night Watchman

An early morning explosion at the California powder mill in Santa Cruz destroyed the glazing house and nearby structures. Four cylinders containing powder exploded, warehouse fires spread, and the blackout ended after the blast. Night watchman Patrick Hughes was killed in the incident.

Santa Cruz Cal Nov Ing House California Santa Cie Patricy Hughes

Tragic Schooner Captain Killed Off Point Lesproux

By Jon Nov 12 the captain of the schooner J B L Van Duiken bound for New York was killed by a crew member near Point Lesproux. The boat was bolted by the mate and another crewman as the schooner grounded.

Jon J BL van Duiken New York Wee Point Lesproux Bolly Wee Boltie

Fourth Chicago Victim Recovered From River

The body of K. G. Haviland of Brooklyn was found in the Kant river today after drowning on the ferryboat Chicago. He is the fourth victim recovered.

New York K. G. Haviland Brooklyn Kant River Chicago

Weather and world updates feature in Scranton page

Fair and cold weather indicated with national and international items. Reports on Japan Russia war prospects, Venezuelan battle coverage, and Northeastern Pennsylvania notes. Local items include strike possibility, sermon, dreams, and Scranton roundups plus Saturday football games.

Pennsylvania Ol More 8. C. Reading

Congressmen Wives Lead Campaign Against Roberts Seat

Mrs Joy of Missouri spearheads a protest urging senators to use the authority of Congress to oust Robert Moom from his seat. She sent a petition to wives of lawmakers and a letter calling husbands to expel the intruder, asserting it would defend home sanctity and constitutional dignity.

Moomon Movement Degan Mrs. Joy Mis Washington Congress Mire Ou St. Louis Joy

Fire at Highworks Destroys Two Homes in Providence

A two story frame dwelling of Martin Hofski and a one and a half story house of Barney CH burned from 2 AM in Providence near the Delaware Lackawanna tracks. Strong winds spread flames. no water supply hindered firefighting. Origin unknown. Hofski family away. three boarders present. insurance listed as $800. The area has recent mine cave ins.

Martin Hofski Barney CH High Works Providence Delaware, Lackawanna and Cayuca Hofski Gill Hofskis Barney Oll

Titusville Outrage Ties Gang to Nun Death Probe

A Titusville dynamite attack linked to the earlier robber pursuit near Grand Valley is under investigation. Police report a deputy shooting during a chase left a robber dead and a patrolman mortally wounded, with authorities poring over clues as a nameless pair of suspects is hunted.

Titusville James Mabin Grand Valley Mead Eheo Pollce Atelerram Voeretown Lantent

Grace Metheds Eerved At White Legislature Ceremony

In Harrishire on November 12 Grace Metheds delivered a sermon amid dedicatory ceremonies after a capital fire. The sermon was by John H. Huret of Washington Governor and Mrs Stone hosted a dinner at the executive mansion with guests, including Mr Governor Patton. Tennessee Volunteers Return From San Francisco Camp Preparations.

Harrishire Grace Metheds Pkey Sowiene John H. Huret Washington Stone Bichon Patton Philadelphia

MacArthur Takes Balan in Philippine Stand Under Fire

Describes General MacArthur and General Lawson advancing near Balan with American forces holding a strong position against Filipino rebels. An officer of the Thirty-sixth Regiment is killed. MacArthur enters Tamban as Colonel Smith advances from Capas. General Lawton remains at Cabanatuan and General Young pushes ahead through mud toward Tarlac with cavalry and infantry.

Manila Nev Ceneral MacArthur Generit Lawson Meine MacArthur Bulan Tarlee Thirety-sixth Regiment Contral MaccArcher MD. Vanes Smith Hell Tery Mell Tamban Colonel Smith Capas Lawton Cabanatuan Young Ns. Cavalry Inftiuntysy

Anarchists in Havana Commemorate Chicago Martyrs

In Havana a meeting of workers marked the fate of the Chicago martyrs. About 200 attendees heard speakers recount the men’s executions and urge labor action, denouncing capital and tyranny while praising the martyrs’ sacrifices.

Chicago Havana New la Proceedus Toroado Labor of Homlis Linge Wen Wade

Apfel in State of Coma After Brooklyn Bout

A boxing match at the Peng Athletic Club in Croeklyn ended with Apfel knocked out in the thirteenth round. He fell and fractured his chin and has not recovered, now in a Norwegian hospital in Brooklyn in a coma. James J. Regan and four female handlers were arrested. Fox remained at large.

New York New Peng Atheletic Croeklyn Ant James J. Regan Fox

Washington 12 A footnote shows in week meeting debate

A fragment reports a federal commission plan for a policy shift next week. It mentions a hotel meeting on November 18 and a sequence of events tied to Chicago where police telegraph operator Frank Gilles was attacked by two footpads, killing one robber and wounding another as a bystander was struck by a stray bullet.

Berlin Associated Press Vor Miguel William Nicholas Cermany Europe Count von Poetow Count Mirnavieff Yorn Miquel Corsy Washington Ayer Seainging Conlinui Chicago Frank Gilles Eilett

Weather forecast for Pennsylvania cold start then warmer

Washington November 12 forecast for Monday and Tuesday calls for unsettled, cold conditions in western Pennsylvania with late cold and continued. Partly cloudy and warmer Tuesday with brisk northwesterly winds becoming variable.

Washington Pennsylvania

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