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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1895
Page
1
A dealer lists sixty full length fur capes valued at ten dollars each priced at five dollars and seventy five cents for quick sale. The listing emphasizes wardrobe impact and refined tailoring to maximize appearance.
A sale offers American Seal fur capes at 14.90, quoting the lot as flawless with no patches. Each cape features a satin rhadame lining and elegant trimming, claimed to be unmatched at the $20 level. Strong emphasis on quality and savings.
A limited run of 25 Canadian Seal Capes features heavy satin lining and an extra deep storm collar. Priced at 21.90 instead of 35.00, the furrier highlights the capes as a premium value for discerning buyers.
Prominent price and discount details describe 100 coats for children ages 6 8 and 10 with fur trim. The note cites price constraints and stock status though some words are unclear.
Senator Chandler discloses his Nov 22 letter to President Cleveland opposing a pooling agreement among eight US trunk lines and one Canadian line, alleging restraint of trade and urging action by the ICC. The text warns of penalties and possible indictments to stop the trust.
Preliminary ICC survey shows 410 roads filed by Nov 1895 covering 144 020 miles of track. Gross earnings reach 1 009 022 253 dollars with operating expenses 677 607 035 dollars yielding net earnings 25 355 218 dollars. Outside income 33 057 243 dollars. total income 355 412 461. Fixed charges 226 251 946. dividends 65 135 045. year ends with a operating deficit of 31 075 000 dollars.
Florence English and Amanda Cody, both colored, were executed at Warren Georgia for the murder of Cody's husband. Witnesses report they sang "We ll Soon Be On the Way to Heaven" as the trap fell, continuing the hymn through the process. A prayer service preceded the event with ministers present.
In South Bend Indiana on November 24 a man named Charles Olmstead was arrested after his father in law suspected foul play in his wife s death. The death certificate cited typhoid fever but authorities will exhume the body for analysis. Olmstead a 40 year old former US cavalry soldier faces poisoning charges to gain property.
In Columbus Indiana on November 24 a cow rabid with hydrophobia attacked William Townsend near Morgan County line. The beast charged, shattered his horse and cow, and Townsend narrowly escaped with serious injury before the animal was shot. Earlier, Townsend’s dog showed hydrophobia and bit a Jersey cow, signaling a broader rabies scare in the area.
In Camden New Jersey Rev Dr J B Graw of the First Methodist Episcopal Church denounced Miss Carrie Mead for teaching dancing to girls including Edna Mead 15, invoking harsh words and comparing her to a tiger with deadly claws. Mead’s brother Alfred vows action, while Graw defends his stance saying he will preach the truth.
In Baltimore a co operative plan to reopen Baker Bros & Co glass works was blocked by President Joseph Troth of the National Glass Blowers' association. The scheme would pay 15 dollars weekly to skilled workers, buy factory products at market prices, and divide profits, but union rules require at least 20 dollars weekly. Troth warned the workers that signing to the plan would label them non union and subject them to blacklisting.
Dallas based report details W K Wheelock announcing that Julian and Fitzsimmons signed papers to insure a bout with Corbett. Stuart plans to bring documents to New York as Corbett and Brady must accept stake sizes, with a £20,000 purse and £10,000 side bet each near El Paso around the holidays.
Two alleged tramp suspects, a man and a boy named O'Brien, were arrested in Frackville on suspicion of involvement in the murder of Mrs. Gorman at Mill Creek last Thursday night. Their stories conflict, but both admit being near the scene. they are held for a hearing and jailed.
A prospective speaker in Washington declines to address ongoing contests waged by the committee. The remarks focus on procedures rather than specific disputes. The event occurred during an evening gathering in New York.
Ambassadors report three months needed to quell Armenian unrest in Zeitoun and to activate reforms. Italy and other powers urged restraint on Balkan tensions. London dispatches note American citizens protected in Marivan, with Turkish reform efforts under review by European officials.
Andrew Timko a Hungarian of East Third street killed himself after stabbing his stepdaughter Mary Thouc huk and wounding his wife with a hatchet and two gunshots. He attacked after alleged advances toward the girl. Mary was taken to Pellevue Hospital. Timko and his son died by self-inflicted gunshots. Mrs Timko said she cannot afford funeral expenses.
The Mint Director reports to the Secretary of the Treasury on U S mint and assay office operations in 1896. It includes statistical comparisons of gold and silver production and monetary conditions across foreign nations. Estimated gold and silver usage since 1804 totals around ten million dollars in each metal.
Deputy Sharp detained the Delaware Bay schooner Joseph W. Foster near Mammoth Bank for suspected Cuban filibusters and arms. Captain Whealton vows to surrender the ship if not released by morning, while delays await orders from officials in Wilmington.
New York November 24 Yale defeated Princeton 20 to 10 at Manhattan Field in a shaped contest of two 35 minute halves. Yale broke through Princeton's defense while Yale backs dominated the line and kicking was relatively even. The game marked Yale's fifteenth win over Princeton in twenty years of football history.
In a snowy Soldiers Field game Harvard failed to kick two goals, allowing the University of Pennsylvania to win 17 to 14. The muddy field and strong second half wind aided Penn while Harvard repeatedly drove deep but could not convert. Welbert?s 40 yard rush and a blocked punt sparked Penn scoring.
Rumor asserts President Cleveland will move with his family to a fine house on Long Island after leaving the White House. The Wheatley Hills site near Roslyn and Greenvale is named, with William C Whitney noted as a major local property owner rumored to be buying more land to aid the plan.
Special to the Boranton Tribune Carbondale November 24 One of the Delaware and Hudson coal pockets was burned tonight the building was entirely destroyed and the losses will be about six hundred dollars
General Wilson's report argues for civil service tenure for top postal officials and merit-based appointments. He notes deficits from 1893 94 tied to second class postage abuses and supports extending civil service methods to fourth class postmasters while considering legislative options.
Fred Banker 25, confronted Miss Cora Harrison 19 at her Amsterdam home and stabbed at her throat with a knife before firing three shots. He then slashed his own throat and fled to his nearby home. Street officials found him later with the revolver in the sink and bloodied knife in the yard. Both victims were hospitalized. the man is likely to recover while the woman’s prognosis remains uncertain. Banker's earlier threats and love interest case led to his arrest on attempted murder charges.
In Dubuque Iowa on November 24 Hans Allen a 60 year old farmer living with his wife and thirteen children killed rival William Cross a fisherman and shot a widow Ida Mink then killed himself. The tragedy occurred in McGregor Ta where Allen resided after discovering Cross with Mrs Mink.
In Georgetown Kentucky Secretary of State John W Headley reportedly attempted to stab Attorney John Brand in a courtroom altercation. The pair argued on a trial in progress when Headley drew a small, businesslike weapon and brand dodged the blows. Court staff restrained Headley and the court continued.
Special to the Beranton Tribune reports Patrick Welsh, editor long years, sustained severe injuries Saturday night when struck by cars at Brie and nine yard in Hawley. He was found between two tracks with head and face wounds, jaw broken in four places, and a deep cut to the cheek, as medics tended him at the scene.
The listing highlights 10- to 15-4 white blankets in cotton and wool, plus plain and damask patterns. Prices range from $2.00 to $3.85, with imported sateen and down filled options including fig ured and striped styles for dressing gowns, ball robes, and children's wear.
London reports R H Millward, Marlborough's solicitor, stating American claims on Duke of Marlborough Consuelo Vanderbilt marriage settlements are false. He says no large mortgage existed on Blenheim estate and the duke did not withhold any bridal funds. He also denies the late duke's second wife spent to improve the estate. In Butler, Pennsylvania Edman Holler 70 died in a gas explosion. Minnie Holler hurt and likely to die. blast traced to a cellar gas pipe.
In the Eastern run, Leomeytvetion teams are set to clean the track on Monday night after a tense comparison with Say. Officials confirm revised lanes and timing for the event.
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