22 Sep 1896
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 26 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1896
Page
1
William Jennings Bryan campaigns in Wilmington Delaware outlining treasury policy and bond issues. He criticizes silver dollar usage and federal finance while stressing government accountability and the need to reform monetary practices amid loud crowds and outside meetings.
Rochester Newfoundland notes show action after agitation at Canadian banks aims to curb silver money use on deposits. Officials say the move stems from business sentiment and could reduce Canadian currency circulation by 20 percent, impacting local banks and trade.
Storied session in Hollidaysburg Pennsylvania as Republicans of the Thirty-seventh senatorial district name J C Steinman of South Fork as unanimous conference choice. The fight with Dr D J Appleby centers on United States senator, with Wanamaker praised and a pledge to back him if his name remains before the convention.
In Worhingtom county two groups raided toll gates on Saturday tearing down the gates and driving away with the bales. Joe Serle and Mires Miller faced the court today for charges but were discharged amid lack of evidence.
Judge Green in the United States circuit court today reduced the damages awarded to Kate Marinnen in the Meadow accident case against the Delaware Lackawanna and Western rail road to 24000 dollars. The suit sought damages for the killing of the plaintiff's husband in the noted Meadow accident.
During a fit of laughter last night David Mardwell of Granville dislocated his jaw at Saratoga New York. He endured severe pain until a physician reset it.
Arrivals include the Rures sia from Glasgow Fulda from Genoa and Naples. Ships seen arriving abroad Kaleor Whinelm IL at Gibraltar Schledam at Amsterdam then sailing for New York. Saale from Bordeaux Bopt. 20 Ems from Gibraltar sighted Werkendam en route to Rotterdam New York passed the Lizard Voendam en route to Rotterdam and New York for Rotterdam.
Generals Palmer and Buckner arrived in New York on the afternoon of September 21, signaling the next phase of their assignment in the city. The visit appears to focus on coordinating efforts and assessing regional needs for upcoming operations.
At Leadville and the Coronado shaft area a fierce clash between strikers and miners ends with multiple deaths and injuries. Firemen confronts flames as a mob pelts the shaft with gunfire and dynamite attempts. Jerry O Keeffe and Berry Weir are among those killed. Will Higgins mortally wounded along with others. The Emmett and Paso sites face volleys as authorities dispatch Colorado National Guard to restore order.
Residents returning from British Columbia report a shift in currency policy. Canadian authorities accept gold while Canada discounts United States money. Vancouver Victoria and New Westminster show continued reluctance to take U S silver or paper currency, though gold is exchanged.
Peter Warner who lost money in a bank failure stored a substantial sum in a stove after selling property. The stove lay unused through the summer and last night his wife, unaware of the money inside, ignited a fire burning the entire package of bills.
Washington reports in the annual pension bureau review that 40,474 new pensioners were added and 387 restored from cropping, bringing total on the roll to 44,247 with 44,005 losses. As of June 1, 1896, the roll stood at 70,678, with expectations of a steady decline unless Congress adds internal provisions. The mortality rate among pensioners, especially Civil War veterans, is noted as a factor in trends.
A report notes rapidly shifting funds during the year. Total allowances reached 7284 dollars, mostly for incidentals. Disbursements totaled 182 dollars with a decrease of 1582.60 dollars.
Weather event in Rock Springs Wyoming Sept 21 with heavy rain and hail two feet deep. settlements report water flooding basements and damage to homes and businesses estimated at around 50000 dollars. Bitter Creek rising and continued concerns as rainfall persists northward.
Leaders from Penney tranслa, Almerton, and Pittsburgh announce a meeting at the Waldorf to form a nationwide wrought iron and steel pipe and seamless tube combination. The plan aims to unify 27 plants with about 21 operating mills and roughly 50 million dollars in capital to stabilize prices and improve returns.
London reports the death of Right Honourable George Denman aged 77. A former judge of the High Court of Justice he retired in 1872 after prior service on the Privy Council and Judicial Committee. Denman resided at Cambridge and published scholarly works including translations of classical verse and Pope’s Horners Wind.
A Jackson Tennessee Bryan supporter at Democratic HQ predicts Bryan will run about 20 000 behind the governor’s race but carry Tennessee by 20 000 due to gold sentiment growth. He concedes the nominee trails by about 4 000 in the governor contest and expects a 30 000 vote gap elsewhere.
A morning miscellany covers cloudy weather with westerly winds and local unrest in Leadville. It notes Bryan in Wilmington, John Bardsley pardoned, T W Powderly in Cleveland, a Board of Trade gathering, a grand jury, libel reflections, council pike muddle, Lackawanna courts in session, Indiana silver service, National League baseball and other sports, plus suburban notes and market reviews.
Governor Hastings signed the pardon for John Bardsley former treasurer of Philadelphia after medical testimony that another confinement would endanger his life following a stroke. The decision comes after careful review of papers and a prior recommendation from a governing board.
Arrangements completed for tomorrow’s annual parade and inspection of the fire department. Chiefs align units by service length. multiple companies from Carbondale and nearby towns to march. Four bands join the march. city officials and burgesses invited to attend. Firemen’s ball and entertainment follow at Music Hall under the Firemen’s Union.
Madame Aubrey known as Mrs. M. H. Gifford, age over forty, was brought before Alderman Howe on warrants from W. H. Terry. She ran up a small bill and faced cross actions with Terry accusing assault and battery claims. Aubrey’s arrest followed charges of fortune telling during September and an alleged deceit in her practice at S14 Forest Court, with bail set for her appearance. Deputy Yeomins served warrants. Gibbs represented Aubrey and Seruce Boyle the defendant.
In New York on September 21 the market reacts to McKinley election chances with November and December contracts tied to his victory. Bets on Hewson and Aryan mirror similar hedges, implying a 7 percent premium for a year end call. The text outlines speculative pricing linked to political outcomes.
Lopatyner, editor of the Pollet paper in Nantienke, was arrested on a warrant charging him with making riotous speeches at Michalowskis hall during the Saturday night meeting before the riot at the Polish church. The warrant was issued by Alderman Donovan and Special Officer Galbiesh made the arrest. Bail was set at $10 for an hearing next Saturday at 10 o'clock.
Northampton county Democrats met in Faston on September 21 with 202 delegates. Hubert B. Brown of Bethlehem township was elected chairman. Conferees chosen favor Congressman Mutchler and will cast votes as he directs.
New York report shows today partly cloudy with slight temperature changes and winds from southwest shifting to northwest and north, followed by local rain and cooler conditions. Tomorrow brings cooler, partly cloudy to fair weather with coastal rain and possible local squalls.
The catalog states Finley's goods are well known for quality and variety. It emphasizes the season's imports as strictly high class and up to date in every detail.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.