10 Oct 1896
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1896
Page
1
A garbled OCR fragment describes a day designated as a Halloween like occasion with odd phrases about smells, gloves, oil collars, and a finishing taiebo. It mentions natuh Por ox inne and various nonsensical items implying a festive or ritual trade event without clear facts or identifiable entities.
An obscure remarks piece discusses Savandiay Noday and SPECTATUS with references to inducements and attention from well dressed individuals. The text hints at assent for selection and a contrast with other realms, though meaning remains unclear.
The article notes new collar designs featuring distinct innovations and mentions several brands such as Pack, tweet Browns, Gieden, Nile Helltrape, Pink, and Jetue. It discusses effects on charging and popularity of these collars.
A colorful 1900s fashion brief notes velvet and satin collarettes featured in new concerts and fancy dress contexts. It highlights elaborate trimmings, bold color appeals, and price points from 50 cents to 2 dollars 40 cents for Saturday purchases.
A quip on epee dress fashion comments that frownings and attire meet strict style rules. The writer describes current apparel as among the loveliest seen, noting most outfits conform to fashion’s rigid requirements.
In Canton the large Republican rally honors Major McKinley with a cordial reception for visiting ex Confederate veterans from Virginia and Tennessee. McKinley emphasizes protective and sound money policies as a path to national unity, while veterans march and cheer in a display of reconciliation.
The report details a bank robbery near Shorhbourne Iowa where Wille Ming 8 and Jola Dh Sabi allegedly engineered the crime. Deputies Sheriff Ward and Gallien pursued the suspect through Merriaiunts and beyond, leading to a fatal shoulder wound and the suspect's escape by bicycle into nearby fields.
A distorted item notes a ten percent carpet tax proposal in New York State affecting Jamestown South Carolina trade. The unclear text hints at price reductions and affected buyers with figures around two thousand units, but the exact details and entities remain obscured.
Fragmentary text describes Governor Morton facing legislative backlash and potential recall as political tension rises during a crucial election year.
In London New York Edward J Iwors a saloon keeper is charged with felonies in a dynamite conspiracy case. Police court proceedings counted the treasury print and sought to prove the case against the prisoner.
Fragmentary OCR lists ships and routes between Southampton Cherbourg Queenstown and New York. Mentions vessels Furst Wis marck Himbire Seandint Haminrg St Louis Columbia Etruria Eth foyle and routes via Brow Head with inbound and outbound passages. Details are garbled with errors.
London dispatch reports the parliamentary correspondent discussing Lord Rosebery's resignation and a push within the party to reconsider. The rank and file face uncertainty as the timing of the expected dismissal looms.
A native company in Mindanao mutinied and killed officers, dispatches from Madrid report. The inland Malay archipelago correspondent notes the incident occurred off the Philippine Islands with authorities investigating the mutiny.
The boatswain of the steamer Germany, sailing from New York on Sept 4, was washed overboard and drowned during a gale off the Irish coast. Rescue efforts failed as the vessel battled heavy seas.
At the Menteur Iron works in DMV Pa a boiler blast rips through. Joan Castl lieman Olivier Chomwell John Mullen Sominson Lovett die instantly among five dead. Eight injured include Mrs Margaret Livern and 12 year old Morris Layman. The blast buries a mother and her infant in a cellar, sparing two other children. The cause is suspected low water in the boiler tower.
In Hoohenter New York Chief of Traffic Tivaden reports a brutal home invasion near Helix county. Victims Joseph Colburn aged 80 and his wife aged 70 were tortured in a bid to reveal hidden money. They were left tied to bedposts, near death, but later regained consciousness and described the assault.
Richard Van Horn, fiancé to Miss Bertha Howe daughter of the village’s wealthiest citizen, faced temptation when he wore two buttons on his coat. One button bore the phrase Let ten up again and the other Dent cave is Life. Bertha rejected his advance, declaring the buttons revealed his character and the company he kept.
Reports from Creston Iowa state Corning was almost totally destroyed by a blaze. One man is said to have been burned to death as the town suffered extensive fire damage.
The Czar reviewed 3,000 officers and 1,678 cavalry at Chatons, with President and French authorities watching. Despite drizzly morning, skies cleared by review time and the event concluded with the Czar toasting the French army and praising Franco-Russian friendship.
Chicago marks twenty five years since the great fire with a commemorative day. Business leaders from Republicans and Democrats organize a massive parade under the Business Men's Sound Money association to advocate for the current financial system. About 100000 businesspeople participate in the procession through the city.
Julius Cosel, a Youngstown merchant, was held up by three men on a Pullman sleeper in Jersey City last night. One thief grabbed his pocketbook containing $24,250 while others attempted to take his watch and chain. The men fled as the train prepared to depart. Cosel, describing the assailants as unknown, could not identify them. Police were notified.
An article notes international interest as Thee Michael Kh discusses inspecting U S railway systems. It mentions concerns about steamers, routes, and governmental oversight, with references to figures in Russia and Britain and various corporate entities.
The Seville reports engagement with the Corinthe off the Moroccan coast. Pirates fired on the Spanish ship killing several and forcing withdrawal before a Spanish envoy was dispatched to demand prisoner release and indemnity.
The Bryan campaign reached Sioux City amid rain as crowds of several thousand gathered at the Union passenger shed. Judge Von Wagen introduced the candidate who attacked the gold standard and urged tariff reform, denouncing opponents who compromise on monetary policy.
An unclear report from Glountesier Massachusetts describes a bank cashier's death by his own action. Details sketch a tale of life and savings, with mentions of a treasurer, funds, and a local savings bank. The narrative references police, a transition of funds, and a link to private fortune. specifics are fragmented.
Albert Gay a farmer and devout man killed his wife and three children with a razor near Noblesville Indiana between midnight and dawn, then died by suicide. The eight year old son Carl and two year old daughter Madna perished. Bray died at noon after failing to regain consciousness. Authorities cite alleged family tensions and financial embarrassment as motives.
The Might Hon. doneoh Chamberlain secretary of state for the colonies arrived in Liverpool after a long journey, concluding a special overseas tour and returning from a visit to the United States.
Miners on Kim Sweep claim a two foot wide vertical vein yielding over $0 a ton while seventeen claims cover the area. A second vein was found on Corehin American Minute property at Lead of Black Trail Gulch, owned by Chicago interests. The steamer San Hie reported to port after storm near Erle with Oneonta sinking. crew saved with minor damage to the vessel and furnishings.
Melbourne reports a heated assembly session amid lingering doubt over the bill to grant female suffrage. A broader reading of the measure included the landmark phrase one man to one vote, signaling progress toward universal voting rights.
The morning issue highlights visitor notes at McKinley and a feature on the Danville boiler explosion. It covers a weekly trade review, Wall Street activity, and a signal that thousands will gather today. Also notes departures of Christian Endeavorers and society items in Scranton.
A New York society man loses his sweetheart after a craze for motto buttons drives a rift in Morrisonville. He wooed the woman but remained unfaithful to his duties and failed to change after a second chance, ending in a broken relationship.
In Lima Peru Orr and Galveston vie while a fire rages at Chingaquil. Yesterday an incendiary was caught in wet and wis shot. The government forms a committee to await and test those remaining in the vicinity of the great tire.
New York forecast shows a brisk north and easterly wind turning to dangerous coast winds. Rain expected as the storm moves northward into the eastern gulf. Sunday forecast calls for partly cloudy skies, slight temperature changes, and high northeasterly winds with coastal gales.
A fragmented list of blankets and comfortables with varied colors and sizes. Includes white or tan options and several California blankets with prices such as 7.45, 8.25, 9.75, 11.50, 14.75, 16.45. Also mentions crib and cradle blankets in all sizes and colors.
This week we offer a dozen Silkeline Comforta bles in size 70x80 with plain edge at $1.29 and with ruffle at $1.42. The value is extraordinary as the material itself could not be bought at this price.
A catalog of old hardware items includes Atlant DUC or Lead, French Zinc, oA Enamel Paints, Carriage Paints, Reynolds' Pure Colors, Reynolds' Wood Finish, and Crockett's Preservative, reflecting mid century finishing products.
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