26 Nov 1896
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1896
Page
1
Report notes a high chance of favorable picks for those arriving early to the event, signaling advantages for first arrivals. The piece emphasizes timing and crowd dynamics influencing available opportunities.
A local listing offers items valued between four and five dollars each. The note emphasizes affordable pricing and suggests a range rather than a fixed price.
An advertisement promotes clothing priced at 4.49 claiming garments are worth from 6.50 to 7.00 and even more in value with a sprinkling of higher worth items.
A department notice states values from ten to twenty five dollars represent a fair average for coats capes and similar items. The sale highlights elegant finish and standard of quality typical of high grade goods in the department.
Major McKinley weighs a request from the National Grange urging J. H. Brigham of Ohio as secretary of agriculture. The Grange cites Brigham as a capable farmer, writer, and Republican, with strong ties to farm interests nationwide. The visit included notable figures from Hanna Reid and Smith, signaling broad support from political and agricultural allies.
President elect McKinley writes to Isaac Thompson of Stewart honoring his election day vote despite travel in rain and sleet. The message, delivered to Thompson who recently celebrated his hundredth birthday, expresses gratitude for his patriotism and good citizenship.
The Boy Orator spoke nearly all night at a Denver chamber of commerce banquet and did not finish until after two in the morning. He boarded a 620 special train to Puebla with Governor-elect Alva Adams and several Colorado figures bidding him farewell at the depot.
Philadelphia November 25. A Washington dispatch quoted Senator Quay opposing Wanamaker for U S senator. David Martin was shown the report and replied that he is not for Penrose. The exchange highlights factional alignments in the race.
Tokio reports a Japanese warship will be sent to the Philippine islands at once. A Manila despatch says rebels defeated Spanish forces, and an attack on Manila is feared.
A serious explosion at the St. Louis Gilmins company plant in Price Utah left two men dead and three injured on November 25. Emergency crews rushed to the scene as investigators began tracing the cause of the blast and securing the area for safety. Further details on the victims and the extent of injuries were not immediately available.
Rev James Miller pastor of Grace Methodist Episcopal Church in Bloomington was robbed and killed in Decatur last night. His body found in an alley near Dr Catto’s residence, a revolver at his side and a rifle entered pocket. two strangers seen nearby. Miller aged about 60, survived by a widow and three children, including Dr John Miller of Decatur. He was a Knights Templar officer and long time Central Mellingis Methodist conference member.
President Colvin of the New York State League and GOP clubs led a meeting in Albany to organize a banquet honoring ex Senator Thomas Platt after his expected January U.S. Senate election. The Harmanus Mecker Hall event aims to be a grand affair with a subcommittee seeking outsiders like ex President Harrison and Senator Quay to attend.
Hamburg dispatch reports only 8 of 224 ships in port at Hamburg still active as a strike dampens. Employers insist funds for strikers are unavailable and expect quick collapse. Officials in Kremen and Lubeck say strikes at those ports are already faltering.
Tokyo dispatch reports a Japanese warship to the Philippine Islands amid troubling news. Insurgents win a battle and threaten Manila as a Spanish force suffers heavy casualties in the archipelago.
The Bryan league in Cook county plans an elaborate banquet in Chicago on January 8, the anniversary of Andrew Jackson's birthday. Invites have been sent to Mr. Bryan at Lincoln and a letter of acceptance is expected upon his return from Columbus. Other prominent Democrats are expected to speak.
In Baltimore on November 2 General Bradley Jobieen is quoted predicting the president will urge a Cuban belligerent resolution at the first Monday in December. He adds a potential war declaration by Spain against the United States could follow by the following Wednesday.
Philadelphia report states John Sehweight, a farmer and cattle dealer from North Wales Montgomery County, was sold out by the sheriff. His six year old son shot himself twice at the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad Station in North Wales and died within minutes.
Officers arrive with Lon Lackey and Jdeene Winker in Lexington to face charges for the murder of Mrs. Winter and her two children near Richmond Missouri last week. Tiny was spirited away from Richmond to prevent touching. The jail is closely guarded with no trouble expected.
Lansing Michigan state board of canvassers finished the canvass of the recent election. The reported totals show electors Tabgeh McKinley Ryan Laverind Palmer with votes 20037 20072 4008 and 6400 respectively.
The Bethlehem Iron Company sent a large invoice of war material to Portsmouth Virginia and Watervliet Arsenal. The shipment includes armor plate and gun material.
About 2,000 spectators watched Princeton freshmen beat Yale freshmen 14 to 4 in Princeton New Jersey. Princeton dominated early, Yale rallied in second half but Princeton held on with key plays and a safety by Lathrop early. Final score Princeton 14 Yale 4.
Philadelphia November 23 Cornell and Pennsylvania prepare for the season finale at Franklin Field. Cornell aims to surprise despite likely defeat while hoping for a fumble or blocked kick to swing the outcome. Penn is favored with impregnable defense. A five mile cross country race follows the morning session.
Washington reports a naval court findings that the Texas cannot be ordered to sea without major alterations. Evidence shows six engine room compartments leaked after bombing and a single sea leak could doom the ship. The court criticizes the water tight doors and deems the bulkhead system utterly useless.
Andrew Scully of Troupsburg rode home from a party when his horse wandered through dense hemlock woods in Wellsboro Tioga County. The animal acted peculiarly and the incident was reported as panther sightings in the area.
A moonlit night reveals three panthers with a large specimen lurching onto the road. The horse rears and runs but no one is harmed. Tracks found in swamp mud by a local hunter suggest a big varmint, prompting fear and cautious behavior among townsfolk.
The Central Criminal Court hears Lady Scott and co defendants Cockerton East and Aylott on charges related to the Earl Rus sell scandal. Earl Russell denies misconduct with Aylott and cites dismissals for drunkenness and overstaying yacht leave. He recalls cordial relations with Lady Scott before later accusations emerge amid marital money disputes. The session adjourns with Lady Scott allowed bail renewal for tomorrow.
A Connecticut freshman at Hahnemann Medical College was ordered to stop interrupting clinics but refused. Following a warning, sophomores and seniors shoved him down and rolled him into a pickling vat used for dissection subjects, leaving him there about ten minutes while lecturing him on professional ethics.
In Topeka Kansas on November 5 W A Fox a Santa Fe railway engineer died from a mysterious illness that began with his foot going to sleep and progressively wasted his body. Doctors could not explain the fatal condition and ruled out rheumatism after a November 4 consultation.
London reports M. De Witte, Russia’s finance minister, has won cabinet consent to introduce the gold standard. The czar approves, and the imperial council is debating the project with some opposition among members.
A Seul despatch reports several Corean officers arrested for planning to seize the king and compel his return from the Russian legation. It also notes three Russian sailors and a Russian shipman with a loaded gun landed at Chemulpo yesterday.
Ships from New York to Antwerp Liverpool and Glasgow arrive and depart with listed ports and routes. The record notes arrivals at Southampton and London and departures toward New York and Rotterdam amid ongoing wartime logistics.
Nov 23 report from Lincoln outlines the state canvassing board confirming the presidential electors by a narrow plurality. Brean leads amid a fractured tally with McKintes Polmer and Wie among the named electors. the Senate split shows Republicans versus Fusionists and Nathe in a tight contest.
A disastrous freight wreck on the Linden branch of the Pennsylvania line near South Williamport occurred this morning. A fast freight struck a switch engine on the siding, and ten cars were wrecked. The crews escaped by jumping and were reported injured with losses around $5,000.
A compact roundup of financial markets and Wall Street scene weathered by a light trade week. Includes market notes, price movement, and brief suburban happenings with mentions of court jurors and local events for the day.
Reports from Matlatuncа, Puebla describe four brutal killings of American colonists by local Peons after a spate of robberies earlier in the year. Victims include Thomas Gobez, Denny, Gelser, and Charles Pilesen. authorities sent cavalry to pursue the assailants.
Judece Yerkes today incorporated the village of Silverdale in Hilltown township formerly Lawn dale. The new borough includes 32 property holders, 207 inhabitants, 51 voters, 47 houses and a clothing factory. All residents favored incorporation and the court noted unusual peace and harmony though half warned against tavern location to avoid disturbing peace.
In Philadelphia on November 21 authorities say the nail trust plans to dissolve at a New York conference set for Tuesday. Efforts aim to fix a base price acceptable to middlemen while ensuring a reasonable manufacturer profit.
Receivers were appointed for the Campbell and Zell company, which ran a lane business as engineers and contractors and owned the Enterprise Marine and Holler works and the Maternrise Iron works. Total assets on October 1 were estimated at $600 with liabilities due to the financial stringency.
A fire in Forty Fort Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, killed a one-month-old infant after three children playing with matches ignited a cradle. The baby died before aid could reach the scene as the home faced other distress.
In York Pennsylvania on November 2, Katie Klinedinets, a WW ace, died from self inflicted injuries after entering a cornfield near Stoverstown. Daughter of farmer Charles Klima, the incident unsettled the local community as investigators noted the injuries were fatal.
A Pottsville report states orders to restart engage at Conlon planes and begin operations on May 1, with a ten month suspension. Shops at Cresson, Splaytkill Haven and Cordon will rerun operations, halting a period when those industries were shut down.
Williamsport Pa Nov 2 Frank Pfaffer proprietor of a hotel at Slabtown was found hanging in his bar this afternoon. He was about 50 years old. No cause is known for the death by his own action.
The forecast for New York and surrounding areas calls for warmer conditions today with cloudiness and light rain along the coast. North of Lape Mas expect brisk southerly winds, turning stronger and potentially heavy rain tonight. Snow may fall in northern sections later Friday with falling temperatures and dangerous coastal winds.
About a dozen Ladies Combination Suits priced from 1.00 to 2.00 in gray and white Broken sizes at sale. Oneta white gray and black combos at greatly reduced prices. Fleece lined vests and pants for ladies at low prices. Children fleece lined vests and pants in assorted goods priced low. Gents wool shirts and drawers offered at extraordinary value. Camels hair shirts and drawers for men available in small sizes at 1.00 each. Health underwear in fine brady wool and fleece. Full line of goods offered.
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