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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1899
Page
1
Readable reports detail Natal outpost skirmishes and boer movements around Mafeking and Glencoe. Despatches note reinforcements, possible envelopment of Ladysmith from multiple axes, and claims of Mafeking successes with casualties. Military observers assess strategic aims and railway targets near Colenso and Washbank.
An official recounts a railway scene where a train aimed for the north faced Boer resistance. The train was halted and the station master possibly escaped while orders to proceed were given and then blocked.
London wartime bulletin reports no major news from Natal while cavalry watches Ladysmith and Dundee. It notes efforts to defend Plotermaritabure and Durban, railway telegraph cuts at Kimberley Mafeking, and reported Boer skirmishes near Kimberley and Mafeking with repulses. Boers hold positions opposite Alfwal and Hethulle on the Orange River as rail links to the Boer republics are cut.
Senator Hanna argues trusts are business matters not political. He cites history of protectionism and claims trusts enable American industry to compete globally. He says railways owning ships could alter rates and that worker and employer groups should cooperate for progress. He defends alliances with organizations of employers and employees.
The Party-sixth regiment of volunteers from Massachusetts to Manila faced court martial for drunkenness aboard trains. Thirty offenders were sent to the Columbus guardhouse as the four sections were diverted to Valley Junction for drum corps and further trials. Trains eventually moved toward St Louis after authorities quelled the disturbance.
Lima reports government troops tighten surround Durand the revolutionary leader while others surrender under government guarantees. Details indicate strategic troop movements and rising surrenders as the government consolidates control.
William J. Bryan's Ohio tour includes Dayton and Greenville with strong attacks on trusts and the army buildup. He denounces Republican policy, defends income tax, critiques imperialism, and recalls Lincoln and Mark Hanna while urging farmers to vote for the Democratic platform and McLean.
In Philadelphia on Oct 19 the jury in the Kilery P Ingham and Harvey K Newitt conspiracy and bribery trial failed to reach a verdict after a night of deliberations. The 11 to 1 tilt toward conviction prompted Judge McPherson to order further deliberations at 10 the next morning.
New York October 1 The wind spared Shamrock from a possible three straight defeats by Columbia in the America’s Cup challengers race. With five minutes elapsed to the finish Shamrock lagged behind as a wind shift favored the defender. Columbia led by about three miles near completion, then four from the finish when the race was halted. The Shamrock’s penalties and ballast adjustments hindered speed while Columbia showed superiority in light airs. Crews say Columbia is now the better boat, and Tom Sop with Sir Thomas Lipton hopes to sail two more races on a triangular course if wind allows.
London reports Berlin source says Herr Rose voiced Germany fears about English American opposition to Samoa. the colonial council favored exchanging Germanys Samoa interests for an equivalent. both Germany and the United States may favor arbitration.
New York October 1 Jeme L. Davis a noted songwriter born December 5 in Cincinnati and a Gaines college graduate died at his Whitestor home. Among his best known songs are The Lighthouse by the Sea Walt With the Tide Comies In Why Don't You Write a Letter Home The Bareee Conch Alead and A Hot Time in Dixie.
The Fifty fret town regiment of the volunteer regiments reached the port on their lone ward wing, arrived from an Ort voyage via Yokohama and Vancouver, and left yesterday for San Francisco.
Secretary of the Commonwealth Uriest announced continued work on the official ballot. The document features eight columns and is being prepared for statewide use, with emphasis on clarity and readability for voters.
Josiah R. Adams resigns his nomination for judge of the superior court after a Philadelphia paper report alleging an attack on him. He sent a letter to General Frank Reeder, chairman of the Republican state committee, outlining his withdrawal.
Local page includes weather notes for today with cooler trends and several regional items. Mentions political withdrawals in the Republican slate, campus political attacks, and various financial, legal, and court proceedings across Northeastern Pennsylvania including libel convictions and local meetings.
Josiah M. Adams declines the Republican Superior Court nomination amid party pressure after a Philadelphia newspaper satire attack. General Frank Reeder, Isaac Durham, Mayor Ashbridge and Director English met with Adams to discuss his withdrawal. A vacancy will be filled by the state committee at a meeting in Philadelphia on Saturday at 3 p.m. Oct 21.
A fragmentary notice notes a convention held by the Leewl-siat Honkers with counts involved. Details are partial, but the event centers on their organized gathering and related activities.
The permanent organization committee created a national American Anti Imperialist League. George F. Boutwell as president leads a board including Edmonds Norton Schurz Crane Caffrey Smith and Valentine. Edwin Burritte Smith of Chicago named chairman with offices planned in Boston and other cities to follow.
Juliana Aehloezer reports a felimen aboard a brig murdered the captain his wife and the mate during voyage to Brag. Spanish cruiser Infants Tanabe sent crews after boarding, gunfire ensued, eleven seamen jumped overboard. some were recovered, the helmanian killed himself, another murdered man found on board.
The bridge combine under the Athern Bridge Company announced completion and expected operation by the end of next month. It lists thirty five Ubinty plants nationwide with capital of seven hundred thousand dollars, preferring six hundred thousand in stock, and aims to control a significant share of output with headquarters in New York.
Cambulign October 1 The church has voted unanimously to extend a call to Rev. Dr. Wayland Mayi of Philadelphia. It is understood that Mr Hoyt will accept the call. The First Church here is one of the most influential societies locally.
The Heraldia predicts Havana’s population will range from 28,000 to 8,00, noting the city’s support for numerous newspapers and periodicals amid the current census.
Reports from Corea indicate representatives of several foreign powers are pressing for a practical split of the empire, focusing on mining interests. The move signals outside influence shaping Korea's future amid competing claims.
General Lawton is absent since leaving Arayat with about 3,000 troops as the Third Cavalry equips at San Fernando to join the expedition toward Tarlac. Gunboats Florida and Oeste advance along the river toward San Isidro to establish a northern base. heavy rains hinder Manila operations.
The Portland Chamber of Commerce trustees vote to ask the war department for a 1 percent cut in specific duties on Philippine imports including fruits pork butter and cheese. They also authorize telegrams to Pacific coast chambers endorsing any nominee named by the Pacific Coast Jobbers and Manufacturers association for interstate commerce commissioner.
Oct 1 report from Cramp's shipyard states the transport Thomas, the finest troopship afloat, sails at 6 am for New York to enter dry dock and be painted before heading to the Philippines in November with capacity for over two thousand personnel. The ship houses 1,633 privates and non commissioned officers in multiple berths and features extensive onboard facilities including water plants, bakery, laundry, soda water factory, and officers quarters.
San Francisco October sees the boiler makers’ strike end and workers return to their posts. A nine hour day is set for vessels not owned by the government, while government ships will have ten hours pay for ten hours’ class work. To compensate the extra hour on non government ships, wage advances have been granted.
In Canton Ohio today J Hendrell and four children perished or were injured when a fire destroyed their residence twenty miles east of the city. The blaze damaged the family home and prompted a fire department response.
Weather forecast from Washington predicts Moody conditions for eastern Pennsylvania with cooler temperatures and local rain and light northwesterly winds on Friday. Saturday expected to be fair.
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