Encampment Ends With Grand River Naval Review
The thirty third Grand Army of the Republic encampment closed in Philadelphia with a Delaware River naval review of the North Atlantic squadron led by the flagship New York. Governor Stone and staff observed as ships paraded past, crowds lined both shores, and a reception aboard the New York followed. The review marked the final events, with the squadron to remain until September 15 ahead of the national exposition opening.
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Philadelphia
Grand Army of the Republic
Delaware River
North Atlantic
New York
Brooklyn
Indiana
Massachusette
Texas
Delaware
Permevivenio
New Jersey
Timn
Ine
Tndiang
Massachusetts
Pennsylvania
League
Navy Yard
Celore
Auoil
Stone and Stair
Ashhrndkee
Jumers Hi. Simils
1. S.N
Roles Monrow
James W. Latiadin
Richard Ss. Collum
AL Ross
Windom
Navy Vaird
Lampoon
Ales
Governor Stone
Jilseta
Admiract Bampoon
James A. Sexton
Fairenount Park
Nearth Atlantic Squadron
Bogert Defense Rests as Trial Nears Jury
Wilkes Barre defendant Bogert faces closing questions as prosecutors press that inspectors Gregory and Gorman coerced key testimony. Bogert’s attorney argues the theory undercuts the state case while Bogert grows hostile on the stand. Court adjourns with jury to decide tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willlansport, Boyt
PF. Bopert
Wilkes Barre
Indus
Macheai
Gregory
Gorman
Bogert
Togert
Steamship Arrivals and Departures Listed for New York
Maritime brief notes ships arriving in New York Sept including Nomadic from Liverpool Pretoria and Hamburg calls. Boulogne Campania bound for Liverpool. Friesland to Antwerp. Liaard Paved. Fat Bismarck sails from Hamburg via Southampton to New York. Britannia arrives at New York from various routes Chelsea Cherbourg listed.
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New York
Sept. S
Nomadic
Liverpoool
Pretoria
Hamburg
la Champagne
Tawre
Sintenediam
Htotterdam
Boulogne
Campania
Liverpool
Liaard Paved
Friesland
Antwerp
Britannia
Cherbourg
Cailed
Fat Bismarck
Southampton
Prefect Angelic Linked to Milan King's Assassination Attempt
Melgrade reports Prefect Angelic, once noted for attempting to assassinate King Milan, was found in his prison cell today. The revelation ties lingering dangers to the royal circle as authorities review the case.
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Melgrade
Angelic
Milan
Himseelf
Chicago Readies One Great Day for Federal Building Program
The Chicago day celebration will feature President McKinley, President Diaz, Premier Laurier, and other dignitaries. A cornerstone laying at 10 am will be led by President Mountney with Gage presiding, and an address by Chief Justice Fuller if available. A parade, luncheon at Union League, and banquet at Melville’s auditorium will follow with notable guests including Admiral Dewey, General Miles, and Premier Laurier.
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President McKinley
Diaz
Mexico
Laurier
Dewey
Miles
Chicago
Federal Arrangement Committee
Mountey
Gage
Fuller
Hovinn
United States Supreme Court
Frank Guncaulus
Feehan
Union League Club
Worley Merrit
Crand
Poe
McKinton
Ding
Covernor Tanner
Trade Review Reports Sharp Grain Demand and Export Activity
Sky clearing in tone as Dun and Co Weekly notes strong domestic pricing for wheat corn and other cereals. Export orders rise with additional contracts for delivery next year and long freight lines, while weather and market sentiment bolster prices and shipments in the United States and Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dun &O
Rishi Sye
Pittebure
Pittebure, Erey
Oeige
Tee
Pittebamean
Chik
Fineho Peeta
Pitteburs
Chicago
Pittsburg
South Africa
Stoo
United
Canada
Hal B Triumphs In Empire City Trotting Debut
On the first racing day of Empire City Trotting Club in New York, Hal B, the favorite, wins straight heats in the 2100 race as Eyelet and Mimo-tony contest purses. Monterey leads early in the 110 trot, but Gayton follows with two heat wins after Lou Mae takes the first, while Ana nonadi dominates the 20 pace in straight heats. The free-for-all trot features Abbott defeating John Notun in two straight heats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Sept
Empire City
Micees
Hal VR
Monterey
Lou Mae
Gayton
Mimo
Tony
Wok
Buty
Ananonadi
Rown Witkhea
Abbott
John Notun
Pottevilla Iron and Stew debtors adjust with 20 cent offer
Philadelphia investors including William Shelmer dine Clarence Miller John W Grumac and others have bought the Pottevilla Iron and Stew Company indebtedness at twenty cents on the dollar. The deal includes a written agreement to reopen operations and begin work soon. Total indebtedness exceeded a substantial amount.
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Fotteville
William Shelmerdine
N. Clarence Miller
John W. Grumac
Piling and Crane
Philadelphia
Pottevilla Iron and Stew Company
Weiting
Pennsylvania Postmasters Appointments Listed
Washington dispatch reports September appointments of postmasters in Pennsylvania. Names include Povelek Con ner in Bernice Bullivan county EF and Farrell Scotiaville Wyoming county, reflecting changes in fourth place postings.
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Washington
Pennsylvania
Povelek Conner
Bernice
Bullivan County
Farrell
Scotiaville
Wyoming County
Restoration and Increase of Pension Certificates
Pension certificates restored and increased for Melvin J. Vowter of Bradford McKean region to original widow status. details appear in the Bradford Athen area notices.
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Woorhington
Sept
Melvin J. Vowter
Bradford
McKean
Muu TE Pfall
Athen
Dreyfus Verdict Rumor Sparks Unified Drefusard Opinion
Paris and Rennes alike report growing consensus that Captain Dreyfus faces condemnation. Officials note no German official relations with Dreyfus and emphasize high security as the court nears a verdict. Prominent figures vow to continue the fight despite fear of losing hope.
ZIEGLER WHIPS BURNS IN HARD FOUGHT MEET
New York Reuters report details Owen Ziegler formerly of Philadelphia now in Math Beach N Y defeating Charley Burns of Cincinnati after twenty rounds in a Broadway Athletic Club bout Burns held a weight advantage and fought fiercely but Ziegler landed decisive blows late to drop Burns for a knockout on a dramatic finish amid a crowd of seconds and ringside observers.
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New York
Owen Ziegier
Philadelphia
Math Beach
N.Y
Thrmabl
Croadway
Amet Uid
Chavley Burns
Cincinnati
Burne
Zlegior
Alogier
Ziegler
Burns
Fiewier
Boens
Alegler
Deeleton
Stove Foundry Fire Destroys Hridgeford & Co Plant
A stove foundry in Louisville owned by Hridgeford & Co was burned in a blaze that caused extensive damage. During the incident the Melidgeford and Per nix Tanning plants suffered near total destruction due to the spreading flames and water shortage. Losses run into thousands of dollars with full injury to property reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Hridgeford & Co
Melidgeford
Pernix Tanning Company
Toss
Missing James E. Francis Sought by Family
James E. Francis, 1709 Moncey Avenue Green Ridge Beranton Pa livestock purchaser for the Delaware Lackawanna and Western company, disappeared Thursday at 9 am after suffering from a stroke. He is about fifty, five feet five, weighs 145 pounds, with a gray moustache and a light Fedora. Any news should be reported to his family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James E. Francis
Prancis
New Scheme of the Filipinos Evolves Tax on Chinamen and Foreigner Registration
A Manila report describes a revolutionary congress in Tarlac appointing leaders while Aguinaldo reportedly attends and hints at declaring authority. The insurgents plan a broad foreigner registration in Philippine territory, using stamped paper and fees, portraying it as a tax via official proof required for business and residency.
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Manila
Ips
Tarlike
Revolutionary Congress
Atma Aguloalde
Mibini
Gongag
Gener
Mabini
Gonwiga
Gowee¢a Wis
Aguinnlie
Philippines
Neucrecanary
Te Wilipines
Peace Efforts In South Africa Stalled War Avoidance Sought
Kruger and Joubert oppose war and appeal to Queen Victoria for peace. Dutch Transvaal committee urges royal intervention to preserve harmony. London reports cite White stating no war with Transvaal is expected as the queen is not to receive threats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kruger and
Joubert
Pretorii
Michaaht
Onli
Hileas
Kruger
Joubert Teotie Udies
Pretorhd
No Word From Vetter Expected Arrival This Week
Philip J. Vetter known as the Penn avenue drogeist is reported to arrive in the city on Monday or Tuesday next. His family has received no word since Mist Saturday when a telegram said he would leave Seattle last Tuesday. Mrs Vetter awaits word of his exact arrival time. Delegates from eight lodges of Ovid Fellows met to arrange a reception for Mr Vetter upon his return. George W. Eskellhorn was elected permanent chair and T. Davis secretary. A meeting is set for next Friday. A reception committee of Tinkbaum Fowler Seward and White was chosen. The Scranton Canton of Patriarchs Militant will meet at the station to escort him home.
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Philip J. Vetter
Penn Avenue
Reattle
Aml
Civil Service Commission
William H. Moody
Massachusetts
Congress
Howes
Conerems
Cone
Cinriors
United
Postetine
Ips
Washington
Pcwumsters
Seregeanta
Chivaga
Fulate
Coumbieston
Postoffice
House
Supplies for Manila Move Indicated by Transport Appointments
The Army corex met high supplies for Manila, to be loaded aboard the transport Agtew after docks at Newry Athle Port. Colonel Baldwin, chief of communications, arranged the transfer and the vessel will sail for the Philippines within the next few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Corex
Baldwin
Agtew
Philippines
Board Consider City Contiechor Howell Claim For School Handling
The finance committee of the board of control met with Boallestor Mowdy to review Howell’s compensation claim for handling district school matters. A report will be prepared for the next board meeting.
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Board of Control
Boallestor Mowdy
City Conteichor Howell
Deaths of a Day in Lancaster County
John Moetlevern a retired contractor well known across the district died this morning at age 77. He served on the railroad tender and was a familiar figure in local business and civic life. He leaves a widow and several children. Funeral arrangements pending.
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Lancovter, Bet
John Moetlevern
Ted Ube
Jury Discharged After Deadlocked Deliberations in Pa Case
In Chamberaburit Pennsylvania the jury in the murder case against Edward Boggs for killing Jacob Rhone on August 1 failed to agree. The judge discharged the jurors after they reported they could not reach a verdict.
Missing Atlantic City yacht owner linked to Scranton insurer
Advices from Atlantic City identify Newton P. Jackson of this city as a former organizer of the American Mutual Indemnity company in Scranton. He was aboard the yacht of J. W. Morfan of Atlantic City, reported missing. Jackson had recent ties to Philadelphia insurance men and the Pennsylvania Mutual Indemnity company. He previously ran street car advertising and represented several life underwriters. Locals note a park ownership deal in Wilkes-Barre with an estimated $20,000 share. Jackson and his wife and two children lived at 332 Webster Avenue.
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Newton P. Jackson
J. W. Morfan
Atlantic City
Organi Ter
American Mutual Indemnity Company
Scranton
Traders’ Bank
Wilkes-Barre
Jaivkeon
Jackson
Webster Avenue
Lake Winota
Brown Disrupts Gas Alarm At Arlington Hotel
Local figure Ate Brown attempted to force entry at the Arlington hotel on Franklin Avenue and Spruce Street last evening. Police found a gas odor and a broken window. Brown resisted officers and was later brought to safety.
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Ate Brown
Aghington
Franklin Avenue
Spruce Street
Brown
Gee
Vie
John Davis
Patronian Neuk
Brealge
Malloy
Gus
Child Rescued From Suspected Abuse in Scranton Case
Rev J W McAndrews of St Marys church reported that Annnie Megirty gave up a five year old boy Johnny McDonald four months ago after an order from a church official. The boy was found tied to a chair and mistreated. Mrs Bertels took custody after a court hearing before Squire Pollock. The father asks for return if costs are paid and a signed document allowing removal if grounds arise. The Wilkes-Barre News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. McAndrews
St. Mary's Church
Annnie Megirty
Johnny McDonald
Scranton
United Chaeithes
Father McAndrew
Father McAndrews
Bertels
Squire Pollock
Verdict condemns using young helpers on elevators
A coroner jury in the Richards case finds Elmer Richards died when squeezed between elevator parts at 412 Spruce Street. Witnesses note use of a rope to operate the shaft and fault the shaft enclosure, urging inspection and condemning the practice of employing young workers for such dangerous tasks.
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Ebmer Richards
Christian
Sprucestret
Elmer Richards
Spruce Street
Eugene FY
Call
P. J. Hickey
William Corless
William Progser
David Jones
George FE
Bueden
Indictment in Pa. Bribery Case Involving Motorrell Bill
Lycoming County grand jury returns a true bill charging Michael J. Costello with attempting to bribe Representative John Engler to back the Motorrell bill during the current legislative session. A bench warrant was issued for Costello.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Sport
Lycoming County
Tuley
Michael J. Costello
John Engler
Motorrell
Weather forecast for weekend in Washington
Sept forecast shows showers and thunderstorms in western Pennsylvania. Cooler Saturday with Sunday turning fair. Fresh westerly winds.
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Washington
Sept
Elections and meetings of the Mutual Benefit association
Reports show a three session day at the Correspondence School of Mines with elections held. The leadership lists include president Charles Uhiutiy and treasurer Alex McDonald. Delegates from multiple cities plan next convention, while civil service debates and post office issues unfold, with Moody demanding a full call on the following day.
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Mutual Benefit Association
Vreanont
John NS
Marsags
New York
Resort View
Charles Uhiutiy
ACT
Miehomor St. Tas
Minth Be
Phillips
Pit Willa Pd Pinherty
Baltingure
Mel Boor
Times
Koller
Cheveland
Morswhan
Boston
Metyille
Morning Session Conflicts Over Civil Service Report
The conference opened with committee reports led by Chairman Atki Fon who criticized repeated attacks on national offices and warned of consequences. The delegation released a Washington D C report detailing actions since the ninth annual convention and the committee’s stance on civil service measures affecting members.
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Official Reviewing
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Pennsylvania Pensions
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Honotaux
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Casimir-Perier
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Dreyfuse
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Dreyfusards
M. Labor
Associated Press
M. Jaures
M Demange
Perlin
Teichsanzeiger
Dressis
Pring von Munster
Tator
Working For
Vetter
Morgan City
Boggs
Richards
Costello
John H. Phillips
School of Mines
Salhhat
Howe
Mready Pally
Mustei Wns
Espherish
Atki- Fon
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