Mr Choate Describes Lincoln in Edinburgh Lecture
United States Ambassador Joseph H Choate spoke at the Philosophical Institution of Edinburgh on Abraham Lincoln. Lord Rosebery extolled Choates oratorical skill and Lincoln’s character, tracing his rise from frontier origins to become a pivotal political figure amid the slavery crisis and the struggle that led to the Civil War.
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Labor arbitration and sweatshop reform push heard
The Industrial Commission heard Indiana Labor Commissioner L P McCormack urge enforced arbitration to resolve disputes and prevent strikes. Prof John Graham Brooks of Cambridge discussed sweatshop conditions in New York and New Jersey, calling for factory work and inspections to curb hours, disease risk, and immigrant exploitation.
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New Jersey
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Europe
Official Vote in Philadelphia Counts by Candidate
Exclusive wire reports Philadelphia finished the official count for president auditor general and congress. Republicans lead in presidential electors and congress with large pluralities. Democrats and third parties hold smaller totals across races.
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Hague
Grumbine
Monroe
Root
Heigham
Main
Shiyton
Kuppinger
Alvord Hearing Details Altered Bank Figures
The Alvord case hearing in federal court resumed as witnesses testified to altered bank totals. Morton Moore said the Oct 15 clearing sheet showed 780705 but overwrites changed it to 1470705, obscuring a 690000 discrepancy. The prosecution argued erased figures indicate manipulation. The examination was adjourned to Friday.
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First National Bank
United States
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Federal Criminal Court
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Central Office
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Boston
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Pam
Morton V. Moore
Clearing House
Tater
Moore
Joyney Baldwin
Elmira Mayor in Custody on Forgery Charge
Elmira mayor Dr Frank H Flood was arrested on a first degree forgery warrant issued by Recorder Michael Danaler after an affidavit linked him to allegedly forged deeds. Bail set at 10000 as Miss Catherine Leonte’s prior affidavit and testimony are reviewed by the grand jury. Flood, a longtime physician and father of four, denies wrongdoing.
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Lincoln
Moempha
Linncoln
Etreneth
Chareter
Elmira
Frank H. Flood
Michael Danaler
Francis McCann
Catherine Leonte
Margaret G. Kennedy
Minghamton
Loonie
Pine
Auburn
Aldrich
Flood
Grant Brothers Brokers Fail After Assignment
The Grant Brothers stock brokerage firm assigned to E G Stedman amid rumors of a defalcation estimated between 160000 and 175000 dollars. Stedman refused to issue statements, noting mobilities likely under 100000, and said he would not discuss the matter further. He denied involving Captain McCluskey or any police department official.
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New York
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E.G. Stedman
Stedman
McCluskey
Pollen Department
Atgive
Pittsburg Develops Sporting Blood
Pittsburg’s Hankin Athletic Club formed by twelve wealthy citizens near Hankin plans big boxing events and a biweekly show with a 10 000 seat arena. Ex-police sergeant Toms Sterick named match-maker. Opening Thanksgiving night features Spike Bulligan versus Buck Kennedy with aim to stage Jeffries Ruhling bout.
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Spike” Bulligan
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Jeffries-Ruhliight
Southern congressmen oppose reducing representation
Southern members led by Virginia Democrat Swanson warn any plan to cut representation where suffrage is restricted would face fierce resistance. They argue the move targets the south, could anger northern states, and would fail in the House and Senate where Republican support is unlikely.
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South
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Swanson
Connecticut
James Hay
House
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New York
Virginis
Old Dominion
Maryland
Wiewlse
Michigan
Cuban scavenger scow wrecks off Havana coast
A Havana wreck of a Cuban scavenger scow after heavy seas resulted in four drowned. The Teresa tow boat captain and engineer, both Spaniards, face charges of inefficiency and cowardice with manslaughter proposed. Captain Young of the port ordered the rescue effort amid perilous seas. Eleven men were saved by soldiers and harbor officers.
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Young
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Ill
Rumor of Coal Regions Sale Hints At Rail Deals
An Associated Press report from Hazleton notes rumors of a sale of collieries in the region. Talks allegedly involve the Bethgh Valley and Pennsylvania Railroad companies as potential buyers with some operators claiming to know of oiling prospects.
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Hazheton
Bethgh Valley
Ponmylvania
Thaller
Steamship Arrivals and Clearances from European Ports
Exclusive wire report lists arrivals and clearances for ships including Doutechlund Kollentam and Kaiser Marie Theta. Vessels bound for Hamburg via Plymouth and Cherbourg include Graf Waldersee and Luba sailing to New York, with Southampton and Liverpool ports noted for several liners.
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Cherbourg
Georgie
Liverpool
Seilly
Pamed
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Hamburg
Plymouth
Luba
Bouneuvid Southanpton
Weather and City News Terse In Morning Briefs
The morning notes indicate much colder weather with rain likely across the region. Local items cover a range of topics from court testimony to municipal budgets and industrial news. Dwyer defeats Leonant in a wrestling event as preparations loom for a tomorrow unveiling.
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Wyoming May Have Election Contest
Special to the Tribune Tunkhannock November 18. The question of who was elected representative from this county at the last election is unsettled. Republican Tiffany filed for a recount of Monroe township due to a five vote discrepancy. Democratic candidate Squier sought an injunction to stop the recount. Judge Dunham ruled the court had no jurisdiction to restrain but implied the board lacked power to recount. The board refused to reconvene, ending the bid. A contest may be the only path to determine the true winner.
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Wowoni
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Tomer
Sormion
Tunkhannock
Tiffany
Monroe Township
Squier
W. A. Shaw
John W. Gray
EB. M. Vaughn
Notorious Young Criminal Escapes From County Jail
William Schaeffer, a noted young criminal, escaped during a jail transfer from the county jail in Wilkes-Barre. He had just been sentenced to three years in the Eastern penitentiary for burglary and vanished as the van door opened. Schaeffer, about twenty, had been involved in a prior plot to free murderer Peter Wissil and others, with outside supporters awaiting Wissil near the jail wall.
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Associated Press
Wilkes-Barre
William Schaeffer
Sherif Ufaloffsky
Schaeffer
Eastern Penitentiary
Ina
Peter Waassil
Schaefer
Wissil
Waassil
Bradford Wandall Killed Near Mehoopany
Special to the Scranton record Bradford Wandall of Mehoopany, about 70, was killed when struck by a Valley train between Meshoppen and Mehoopany. He walked onto the track and failed to avoid the oncoming train. The body was moved to the Streeter undertaking establishment after identification and notification of relatives.
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Meshoppen
Mehoopany
Nead
Bradford Waundall
Theodore Streeter
Decision for M’Govern in six round bout
Exclusive wire report from Chicago says Perry Melovern was tonight awarded the decision over Kid Aroad after six rounds at the Twihematln Athletic club. Melovern claimed the victory in a closely fought bout with scoring disputed by fans and officials.
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Chicago
Perry Melovern
Kid Aroad
Twihematln Athletic Club
Sharon Limestone Company Chartered in State Department
An Exclusive Wire from The Associated Press reports Harrisburg issued a charter today for The Sharon Cou and Limestone Company of Sharon with capital stock of 200000 dollars. The new firm is identified as a limestone producer and distributor in the region.
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Jimi Jones
Washington
Bly
Janus Bo
Martin Fleming
Indiana
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Sharon
Capital
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State Department
Cabinet backs President in four year bid with sacrifice expected
President Moe Kinley urged his entire cabinet to remain through a four year term. Attorny General Griggs and Secretary Root indicated possible departures for sacrifice, while others pledged no definite resignations. The session, described as a love feast, praised the administration’s record and set a tone for unity.
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Bucretary Root
Absaens
Weather outlook for Eastern Pennsylvania turns colder
The forecast calls for much colder weather Wednesday with increasing clouds and rain turning to snow, followed by Thursday fair but still cold with northwesterly winds and higher temperatures.
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