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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1901

Page

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Terrible floods devastate Cleveland in historic storm

A midnight storm floods Cleveland causing about a million dollars in damage. Eight miles of waterway tidal surges inundate East End streets, undermine graves, wash bodies into gutters, and trap residents prompting life saving rescues. Rail service halts, trains delayed, and widespread destruction across East Back, Glen Park, and Brookside areas.

Cleveland Giddings Brooks Quinney Street Vienna Street Cedar Avenue East Pri Pent Lincoln Avenue Euelit Avenue Glen Park Fife Nilekly Aryl Deering Street Salada Weghent Shaker Heights St. Joseph Cemetery East Madison and Woodland Tains Cosea Oelock Wilken Avenue Washina Prospect Street Lincal Avenue Glen Park Place Nueclid Avenue

Sunday Law Enforcement Triggers Citywide Picketing

Exclusive dispatch reports the new Sunday law forcing bakeries to close on Sundays while shops remain open. Citizens react with protests as hundreds of picketers gather near central avenues and the port area.

Anthracite Trade Sees Increased Activity in September

The anthracite coal trade enters September with rising movement and higher prices. Shippers report tightened stocks and producers raising prices by ten to twenty five cents per ton, while buyers push for stocking ahead of autumn demand amid supply constraints.

Prem Philadelphia Moon Advan Syenmlwr

Admiral Sampson Feeble and Near Ill in Washington

Reports from Lake Sunapee and Portmouth describe Admiral Sampson's condition as very sick and steadily worsening. Visitors note his pallor and limited movement while officials defer to a court of inquiry and refuse further medical details.

Prva Taston Sept Lake Sunapee N. Ho Sampson Washington Admiral Bumpson Heston Portsmouth Burke-iaven Head Portsmouth Navy Yard Phe Charles Emory Smith Hay Sehley

Boers Blow Up British Train in South Africa

Exclusive wire report from The Associated Press states a Boer attack blew up a British train between Waterval and Haman Kraal. Lieutenant Colonel Vandaleny of the Irish Guards was killed, and a reconnaissance officer was wounded as the train burned. Lord Kitchener’s dispatch also notes subsequent tactical movements and capture of a resistance commander’s relative.

Associated Pres London Bent Lord Kitchener Pretoria Waterval Haman Kraal Mia Boors Vandaleny Irish Guards Lord Kitchener euNa

State's big balance hits record in ten years

Treasury reports cash on hand totaling 8,724,505 dollars the largest balance in a decade. Officials note the substantial sum reflects improved receipts and careful management, with analysts watching how the surplus may influence future spending and debt plans.

Treasury Associated Preas Maretsturs Vwatate Treauy Aenocrad Fund Lingoiniines Elim Fie

Unclear OCR fragment hints at naval incident in Kiows Bay

OCR reads as a fragment mentioning a Lenin era term and anchors in Kiows Bay with names such as Emon Nehedlae and Papres Acaundra, but details are unreadable.

Lenin Cypeningen Russia Standerd Emon Kiows Bay

New Way of Warring on Liquor in Dickson Tennessee

Temperance supporters in Dickson Tennessee plan to ban saloons by forming a large local committee. They argue new law steps will curb traffic and crime and uphold virtue, while warning residents that a saloon may open despite opposition this legislative session.

Tennessee Nashville Dickson

Canadian Riflemen Arrive at Sea Girt

Fresh from Rockliffe range the Canadian marksmen arrived at Sea Girt New Jersey and are quartered near the club house. Governor Voorhees General Speer and others greeted them enthusiastically at the railroad station. Major J Mason of Hamilton Ontario leads the party. The visitors will compete in Hilton Thondymnateh tomorrow in stages at 200 and 500 cards with top US teams expected to participate.

New York Rockliffe Range Low Girt N. J New Jersey Dominion of Canada Voorhees General Speer Mijor de J. Mason Foamilton Ont Thue United State Wilton General Spencer Wevoclation Tomerron

Miguel Malvar in the Last Ditch

War bulletin from Manila reports rapid moves toward the surrender of insurgent leader Miguel Malvar. Advancing patrols, deserters, and captures mark the conflict as forces press toward final success, with heavy casualties among insurgents and Loyalists pursuing decisive engagement near Batangas.

Wilson Shoots Himself at Summer House Incident

A man named Wilson died by a self inflicted gunshot at his summer home along Schvan Reach. Police investigation continues as officials recount the scene and seek details from witnesses.

Family on Six Cents a Day in Ohio Aim

A woman in Ohio lives on six cents a day as her husband faces charges after she allegedly supported herself and children amid poverty. Police arrest follows when a government agent enters the scene at a state workhouse. The case centers on labor and welfare conditions under stress.

Mattress Bank Robbery Story

A burglar robbed the mattress bank while a couple slept, making off with an estimated $1,200. The sparse, garbled report references a wire from an Amputated Prom and mentions the couple's wages and a mattress involved in the event, but details are unclear. Police inquiries continue.

Flood Destroys Roadway Near Reawhinges Blocks Access

Heavy rain from Sept 2 to 4 caused widespread flooding around Cunnemind Me washing out roads and washing away signal hazards. The wash near Reawhimes damaged a vehicle and left travelers stranded north of Balelinpore while local families, including Megmilia Thy Nee Honal Pyke, faced displacement.

Cunnemind Reawhimges Bewiy Fanitily Honal Pyke Frosbburg

Duquesne Strike Center Sees Open Hearth Workers Stand Firm

Strikes at the Duquesne plant escalate with pickets on duty and a potential shutdown of the forty inch mill. Amalgamated benefits are projected at about 40000 weekly for up to 14000 members as police bolster security and officials anticipate ongoing labor actions.

Braddock Shaffer Prom Pittsburg Sept. L Duquesne Warml Helpera Ladlemen Heesemer Department Monessen Vantercrift

General Fair Scene Dominates Regional News Morning

Cleveland is swept by Eldoda while President McKinsey attends the Pan Arveriona event. The Mugicane crisis grows. miners express grievances and sermons by Tov Shepherd Knapp and Dr Valiterial are noted. The Trilune and Tribune Educational Content face attention amid regional updates. Fire department news and local civic notes follow.

Gener Cleveland Eldoda McKinsey Pan Arveriona Mugicane Ta Critical Tov. Shepherd Knapp

Thousands Prepare as Central Labor Union Event Opens

Thousands are expected to attend the Central Labor Union celebration at Ladore today. Trains from Delaware and Hudson will run at 8 1 9 and 1 30 oclock with extra service to accommodate attendees. John Mitchell of the United Mine Workers will speak at 2 00 PM, introduced by John H Devine. The day includes a glee club contest, band processions, and a dance at the Inn with music by Baver and Lawrence. Attendance is projected at ten thousand.

Delaware and Wodeon Central Labor Union Jacob Kelper PL Regan Nicholas Burke Patrick Tolan P. Gallagher John W W. de Vine Delaware and Madsen Company John Mitchell United Mine Workers of America John H. Devine Hll Samuel Gompuers American Federation of Labor Buffalo Tribune Economy Hall Bauer Lawrence S. Charles Hotel Delaware and Hudson Station

Driesbach Dies After Fall From Train Near Cayuga Colliery

Lyman Driesbach of North Beranton died at Moses Taylor hospital from injuries after leaping from a passenger train near the Cayuga colliery. The painter for Delaware Tackawonna and Western Railroad often rode home on the train and jumped off at a set point. Saturday he fell onto an embankment, breaking his neck, and died shortly after admission.

Lyman Driexbach North Beranton Moses Taylor Hospital Cayuga Delaware, Tackawonna and Western Railrone Company Irr

London Stock Market Attitudes Amid Steel Strike Talks

The London exchange shows limited activity as holidays shorten and leaders await developments. Investors watch U.S. steel strike talk and hope for fresh guidance on community of interest and new trade signals amid cautious demand.

Bossie Francis Still at Large in City

Exclusive wire reports Francis, known as Bossie, remains at large following a high‑profile incident. Police say a guard and mob pursued him, with a chase that ended near the river and a street corner. Suspect seen entering a nearby building as dawn broke, authorities saying he may be armed and dangerous.

Talon Day Rally Planned at Kleire Park

Exclusive wire reports from The Associated Press noting preparations for a parade and a public speech at Kleire Park. Organizers hope to hold a demonstration on a later date, with speakers invited to discuss topics of local interest.

Karedes City Sep Willige Kleire Park Lali Howe

Tandem Record Set in Exclusive Wire Event

An exclusive wire report from The Associated Prom notes a tandem record establishment at a payer event today. Distances and participants include Chaeblom of Fifties Mekwehorn and Mekwehorn associated entities, with unclear locations and outcome due to garbled OCR text.

Montreal Soy

Steamship Arrivals Reported By Exclusive Wire

New York lists incoming steamships with ports including Havre Liverpool and Belfast. Vague ship names and origins appear, with uncertain spellings and erratic OCR.

Asociated Prens

Belgian Steamer Sinks Disaster Reports Credibly

A Belgian steamer sank after a collision near Ashine, with forty drowned except for one man who survived. The Amprjated Pree dispatches details from Trivisendte, noting the vessel departed Bombay before the catastrophe.

Bombay Ashine

President McKinleys Buff alo Pan American Visit Plans

The article outlines President McKinleys itinerary for the Pan American exposition visit. He arrives September 4 from Canton, with a salute and escort by troops, then proceeds from John Milburns residence to the exposition, attending ceremonies, luncheons, and views of national pavilions. A fireworks display and a public reception follow before a Friday train trip to Niagara Falls.

Buffalo McKinley Committee On New York Central Canton Dunkirk United States Fort Porter John Milburn Buffile McKintes Diplomatic Corps Washington Fourth Signal Corps Lincoln Parkway Exposition Ground National Guard President Poerty Pyion United States Marine Band New York State Building South Central America New York State Board of Manaccre New York State Willy Mee Milburn Triumph

Drowning of Fancy Swimmer During Exhibition

George Belcher sank while giving a deep water exhibition at Brookfon. The incident occurred during a dive at Hrewadwniel, Reekttay Branch, Hide Whe, where onlookers saw Belcher struggle before disappearing. A woman in a nearby boat died after attempting to help.

George Belcher Fieoom Belcher Brook Fon Relcher Oman Ier Fife

Wopsy Still Tied Up In Turmoil Of Alioena Trials

In Alioena a tense scene unfolds as the Wopsy case advances with Philipas and Raachet involved. The narrative centers on teen participants and the controversial nitrite payment twists, while Renee diver and Wren work through training amid mounting public attention.

Alioena Pas Philipas Raachet Renee Diver Elk Wren

Kitchener's Report Details Clash Between Watersal and Hmians Kraal

An exclusive wire report from Hetwlon describes strategic tensions and planned actions around the standoff between Watersal forces and Hmians Kraal. The dispatch outlines troop movements, potential clashes, and high level maneuvers expected as ships and units reposition along the border.

Preae Hetwlon Watersal Hmians Kraal

Weather Forecast Brief From Washington Journal

A fragmented Washington weather note reports misty conditions with light east winds, indicating a mild forecast for the day.kj

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