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Scranton Tribune

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Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 25, 1897

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Administration policy on Cuba and Spain in a Coban question

The document outlines a stance that funding should remain untouched while signaling that intervention in Cuba could occur only to compel independence if Spain continues its current course. It suggests Congress may act with drastic measures if Cuba fails to improve and notes the president would not veto a joint resolution, provided Spain meets conditions. It emphasizes home rule as a path forward and frames this as the administration’s overall Cuba policy.

Congress Mir McKinlew Spain Vanovas Minintry Sagarta Weyler Wan Miss Cisneros Aimerica Cobo Fugasii Madrid Cuba Congrove

Meeting of Coal Miners Elects Officers and Plans Redistricting

National President Hatchford clarified he did not advocate a general industry tie up but supported a nationwide strike if 250000 miners joined. Officers were elected to serve until the next state convention not later than February 14, 1808. The body adopted a state redistricting plan and discussed per capita dues and payments to fund organization efforts.

Altoona Hatchfor Seliom Patrick Dolan Pitlsburg William Warner Ccommmitter Batnet Transure Woh Jones Campany Ratchford

Sentenced for Blackmail in London Court Case

Florence Stanfield, described as a refined woman, was found guilty of attempting blackmail and sentenced to fourteen months in servitude. She had traveled to Bard Carrington demanding money from Enel Carrington, with the court noting interactions and concealment of identities.

Florence Stanfield Enel Carrington London Florence Bionvield Westmington Kurt Carrington Greet Chamberlain Florence Brunsfield Bard Carrington Earl Carrington Pollew

Wilson and Farrell Sentenced to Death in Blair County

Hollidaysburg Pa Nov 21 Frank Wilson of Massillon and James Farrell of Allegheny County were today sentenced in Blair County Court to be hanged for the murder of Then Tromedia in Altoona on April 7 1898 The judge overruled a new trial motion The crime occurred in Chemisera house at midnight as they sought the victim s wealth Witnesses say Wilson and Farrell confessed to detectives at Taylor s Hotel New York A sensational twist followed with a report that Henry Hildebrand then in a state penitentiary in California confessed to the murder but the defendants deny involvement The case links to the San Francisco murder and a series of related events.

Hollidayshire Frank Wilton Massilion James Marerel Allequippa Allegheny Blair County Juden J Tromedia Mike Altoona Chemiser Tat Wilson Porrell Bae Taylor's New York Wilson Farrell Henry Hildebrand Hattimern Defendatte Bouttecka Willebrand Bell San Francisco William Doran Wiffrell

Peace Society Meets in Kiladelphia to Welcome Mr Cremer

A Kiladelphia gathering of the Peace Society commemorated its anniversary with a speech by Hon. W F Cr•mer of Etaland. He urged the government to accept and establish an international arbitration tribunal with Great Britain after being welcomed with heartfelt greetings by local peace and philanthropic groups.

Kiladelphia Penney Wwants Peace Society Wilveren Pewce Union Fannall Creme Etaland Great Britain Cremer

Recapture of Embezzler within Inheritance Dispute

In San Francisco police report W. KP. Kisean, accused of embezzlement, was captured in Victoria B C. While jailed here he learned that SONG Waddleon and Jateos Kasei sought to claim his inheritance. Kisean allegedly used prison laxity to take part of the estate and had 708 dollars in his possession when arrested abroad. He aimed to flee by steamship to the Orient.

San Francisco W. KP. Kisean Victoria B.C

Confession of Blanth er and Murder Links Alleged Crimes

The report details an alleged confession by Blanth er in Meridon Te w claiming responsibility for multiple killings including Minnehe Lamont Minnie Williams and Mire Langfeldt. Authorities note similarities among the three murders and reference possible use as leverage by defense attorneys delaying execution.

Klanther Forbes Minnehe Lamont Ag Minnie Williams Langfeldt Lanefeldt Eclahtien Ithelne Blanther Attorneya

Currency reform plan to be urged by president in message

The Evening Star reports a high authority says the president will recommend a currency reform plan in his message. Secretary Gage is said to fully back the plan and will submit an identical report to Congress with minor additions after cabinet review on Friday.

Wisseasage Washington Evening Star Today Gage Meranke Congress Pridus

Donation to University of Pennsylvania Law School

Thomas McKean of Philadelphia donated 1000 to Penn toward the cover of a new law building planned near the recently acquired campus plot. The trustees plan a formal naming of the reading room in honor of McKean’s great grandfather, Chief Justice McKean.

Philadelphia Thomas McKean University of Pennsylvania Law School University McKean Mr MekKean Jumice McKean

Will Cable to Hawaii

A Pacific Cable company meeting in New York elects J M Moran Edmund Le Hoylimgs and others to the board. James A. Berymwer becomes president with J A Baylies named vice president and acting treasurer. The planned cable will connect San Francisco with the Hawaiian Islands near Honolulu with extensions to Japan and Adnira lovia, survey work reported favorable and an 18 month goal to establish the California to Hawaii segment.

New York Pacific Cable Company Central and South American Telegraph Company J. Mierpont Moran Edmund le. Hoyvligs Kenedy Tod John Irwin J. N James A. Berymwer James A. Serymeer Wae Jamund Iy Baylies Deep Fen Admiralty Pocific Cattle Mexican Telegraph Company Twerrapyh Company Western Union Telegraph Company Ite Itta Minioe United States Ching Australas

Britannia yacht sale details and future plans emerge

Report discusses the sale of Mrs Langtry's yacht Britannia to Mr Johnston of London. It notes Johnston’s planned Mediterranean voyage in January with his family and possible trips to Quebec, the Lakes, and later. It mentions the Prince of Wales reportedly abandoning plans for a new boat and Captain Carter possibly overseeing Britannia.

Me. Johnston London Lawsen Johnston Wales Johnsen Mediterranean Quebec Alentreal Britannia Cuntain Carter Prince of Wales Howal Tighere Carter

Murder in the Italian Quarter of Kanasae City

A brutal murder occurred in Kanasae City’s Italian Quarter. The victim, identified as Win Neal, was killed by a brick blow, and the assailant fled. Frank Bascore and family are absent. authorities report a violent struggle and the attacker is sought.

Kanasae Kitisea Ity Sly Betta Neal Numerque Dager Woods Pittelure Frank Bascore Cath Midian Hise Ferworr Murten

Capitol Commission Rules Architects Not Paid

Morrisburg Nevada capitol commission met and refused to pay six invited architects as none of the plans conformed to the program. Governor Hastings did not attend after the rejection of expert recommendations. Architect Gobty submitted specifications and expects to hire the work in plant within four months.

Capitol Commission Morrisburg Nev. S Belie Goavernor Hastings Gobty Peru Iwi Ferin

From a Lofty Dome to Death

James PL Brandt, a painter on the dome of the Wallin postortion, fell and was badly injured. A Broadway policeman spotted a man beneath the pillar and alerted officials. Brandt was found with a crushed leg and head injuries and rushed to the hospital.

New York James PL Brandt Wallin Broadway Lappenlae Jock Wy Hlde Hwiney Phelntrie Oie Siyper- Ihiendent Purrelly

Lexington Races Report From Kentucky Track Events

Weather clear track fast at Lexington. Race results list winners Ram daszo Highland Princess Mins Arnold. Weht Hazel Green Kathie May. Lyslie Trimuda Hate. Johanie Williams Hamnden Oxnard. Calleen Cyclone Neat P Thud with times varying around 1.03 to 1.08.

Leoxington ole—Ramdaszo Highland Princess Johanie Willams Hamnden Oxnard Pine Calleen Cyclone Neat P

Japanese naval official tours shipyard during visit

Naide in Philadelphia hosts Toemorusa chairman of the naval committee of the Japanese parliament as guest of the ship Nala's inspector. Tomofusa represents Higo province and tours English French and German yards before returning home.

Naide Philadelphia Toemorusa Piald Mw Vielt Tomofusa O Riament Higo England France Germany

Bryan not to retire announces plans to stay in politics

In Washington on November 2 William Jennings Bryan says he intends to remain in politics for life. A rumor he would retire was denied as untrue and he notes his future run for office depends on circumstances. Congressman Cinines of Tennessee is mentioned in a related but unclear subplot.

Washington William Jennine Bryan Tiryan Cinines Tenneson Mr. Bryan I. Minervan

Riot Threatened Over Underground Trolley Strike

New York reports two thousand workers on the Second Avenue trolley project were called to action after a riot threat emerged. Police from two stations stood by as tensions rose over alleged nonpayment of weekly wages by contractors.

New York Second Avenue Piruck Tolly

Burgess to Die in Electric Chair, New York State

The Court of Appeals denies reargument for Charles N. Burgess convicted of first degree murder in Sterling Cayuga County. He is scheduled for execution by electric chair during the week of December 6.

Albany Court of Appeals Charles N. Burkens Whithek Sterling Cayuga County Burgess

Steamship Arrivals New York November List

Steamship arrivals show the ship Burgundy and sister vessels sailing to New York from Southampton Liverpool and Rotterdam with stops listed. The ships Sulled 81 Loule Majestic Phoenela and Rot terdam are noted along with arrivals from Rotterdam.

New York Loule Southampton Majestic Liverpool Trimbury Phoenela Rotterdam Hotterdam

Large Rumpus in the Reichsrath

Turmoil erupts in the Reichsrath as German and Czech factions clash over a language petition. Dr Wolff seizes a bell, duels and insults fly, a knife is drawn, and President Abrahamovice suspends then closes the session amid calls for arrest of leaders.

Abrahamovicy Wolff

Murder linked case points to Van Buren arrest

Shel Welle of MulberryArk pursues J C Dunham and associates wanted in Santa Clara County California for a May 26 1800 murder and robbery. The alert involves Colonel and Mrs R P McQuines Minnie Schengler J K Wella and B A Briscoe with sheriff J H Linton notified for identification papers.

van Buren Ark Shel Kates Welle Mulberry J.C. Dunham James Lidford Santa Clara County Cal Mire R. P. McQuines Phattle Donham Minnie Schengler B. A. Briscoe

German and Russian Notes on China Crisis

German and Russian journals urge compensatory moves to counter German gains in China. Reports say Russia and Britain should hold points in China as Berlin presses the Kino Chou Bay and Shan-Tun Peninsula. Admiral von Diedrich to command combined German squadron in Chinese waters with Prince Henry commanding the Second German Squadron. The Kaleerin Augusta, Deutschland and the Queen are to sail for Klug Chou Bay around December 10.

Petershute Ruselati Russia Rence Great Britain Poins China Kino Chou Bay Shan-Tun Peninaula Berlin von Diedrich Prince Henry of Klug Chou Hiay Don- Hemet

No Sewer Pipe Trust Denial by J P Morgan & Co

New York November reports J P Morgan & Co deny any interest in a proposed consolidation of sewer pipe manufacturers. They say their initial information on the matter came from newspapers in a dispatch from Liverpool, England.

New York J. P. Morgan & Co Lust Liverpool

Syndicate Buys United Traction Stock in Pittsburg

A Baltimore London New York firm syndicate absorbs the United Traction Company of Pittsburg and Allegheny, acquiring all stock valued around 1 million with 200000 preferred and 1700000 common shares. The deal gives control of Pittsburg and Allegheny street railways, covering over 17 miles of electric lines. Net earnings for four months of operation reported at 227,074 with expenses around 21, etc. The purchase marks one of the era’s largest local deals, following prior bond issues in July.

Pittsburg Baltimore Novthe Mesera Alexander Brown and Sins London New York Philadelphia Pitteburg Capitoliann United Traction Allegheny United Traction Company Sevend Avenue Traction Company Pinelure Atreet Railway Mittabury, Allegheny and Manchester Traction Company Pectoral Street and Mensant Valley Passenger Railway Company Seyitember Indwanik Tie Company Howe Frm Haultimore Stock Exchange

May Kellard trial details forged signing case

The New York trial of Amy Kellard for forging Mrs. William G. Wood’s signature on checks continued. Prosecution and defense debated a letter about bribes, Mrs. Wood’s alleged offers to aid indictments, and witness testimony covered Wood’s finances and Kellard’s relation to Wood. Kellard testified with handwriting identifications and denied being Wood’s mistress. The day ended with a question about diamonds Kellard had pawned.

New York Amy Kellar William G. Wood Thompan Mra. Wood Jonil Tiliate, Geuntsel Speaker Mre. Wood Miss Kellar Mra. Spencer Aishan Middletown Virelnwe Wood May Kellard Dolye Miss Kellard Virginia Warl Maury Mita Kellard

Races at Pimlico mark third day of meet in heavy conditions

Pimlico hosted the third day of racing with heavy track and longshots finding footing. Casparid won the first race over Jack Donohue and Byron Cross, Mohawk Prince led the second with Waterman in third, and Billillie took the third with Premier second.

Maltiimore Nev Menilane Goal Racine Pimlico Bookies Casparid Jack Donohue Byron Cross Mohawk Prince Ll. B Waterman Tim Billillie J. A. Gray Mont Dor Thioret Lay Bquan Phantam Abingdon Thime

Playwright Purl Monn Dies by Own Action in Tragic Incident

Francois Monn, noted translator of French plays, is reported to have committed suicide with his mistress after a period of financial and strategic difficulties. The events surrounding the death remain under investigation.

Purl Francois Monn United States Monn

Unclear Crisply Themed Local News Rounded Up

Fragmentary OCR lists various topics including diplomacy policy, a murder trial, coal mining deliberations, Austrian court matters, Thanksgiving traditions, local weddings, and county news with financial notes, all in a period voice but lacking coherent narrative or details.

Uncle Ban Thorn Beleksrath Lattimer Franilee Bettem Lackawan County News Mahinge Financial and Commerce

Thorn Murder Case Reopens In Second Trial

In New York Woodside court Martin Thorn faces continued second trial for the murder of William Guildenuppe. Prosecutors seek to prove Thorn’s guilt while defense argues witness statements implicate Nack, with testimonies detailing a June 25 killing and a suspect seen entering the house in dark clothing. The trial resumes Friday as evidence and cross examinations proceed.

Woodside Howe Nuvk Miia Peest Bret Denniler Dean Ivy

Governor Magtings Reappoints State Board Members

Harriaturg November 24 Governor Magtings reappoints Irving A Stearns Boranton Charles Heebner Piwadgiphia to the Maine state board of maine commission er at Irving.

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