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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1897
Page
2
Gimbel Brothers announces a robust summer sale featuring 26,000 yards of embroideries at 12 1 2 to 25 cents a yard. The offer includes Swiss, nainsook, organdy and lace-like patterns in over 300 designs with free delivery to hotels or residences in Atlantic City.
A store transfers the entire Cohen & Roman inventory of West End waists to discount prices after a dissolution. The collection features fine imported materials with formerly $1.75 to $3.50 ranges now offered at $1.20 to $1.60, plus a broad array of muslin underwear, negligee gowns, and summer outfits priced from $1.48 to $7.50 and higher.
Alexander Smith & Sons carpets and Wilton velvets offered at reduced rates by W. and J. Sloane as selling agents. Axminster and Wilton styles feature hunter’s green and floral patterns, with Wiltons at 75c and other classics discounted. Fifth floor displays include refrigerators and domestic ice chests, lamps, onyx tables, and June gift suggestions like Royal Blue porcelain sets and decorative glass.
A village store advertises heavy bleached Damask napkins 22 in, towels 20 by 40 in, and knotted fringe towels at low prices. Also promotes $2 Oxfords with calfskin accents, Lenox toe options, and numerous dress fabrics including all-wool Challie and Grenadines with steep discounts on first floor east store.
The ad lists 40 Inch Mohair Sicilian in browns at 25¢ per yard, 45 Inch All-wool Sarah Serge at 8744¢ per yard, 50 Inch Pebble Cloth at 50¢, and various Etamines and Novelties discounted from $1.25 to 15¢–83¢. Includes double twisted Mohair Wool Etamine at $1 per yard.
Fifty pieces of Challies in vibrant designs go on sale for 25c a yard, with additional reductions on linen centres Lambrequins and Japanese silk scarfs. Also features ready made sheets and pillow cases at low prices and a selection of bleached sheets and pillow cases at bargain rates.
Special telegram reports state authorities will mark the boundary line in Pocomoke Sound to avert further conflicts among fishermen. Officials say clear markers will reduce disputes and protect fishing rights in the area.
The torpedo boat Cushing returned from the Norfolk Navy Yard where steam pipes were installed and engines tampered with. The boat now runs in a crippled condition and rope packing was used in blowers to obtain forty pounds steam. An engineer officers report will trigger an investigation. Built by Herreshoff, she was the navy’s flyer until the Porter appeared.
A Special Telegram from Tor Times reports Pennigrove New Jersey fishermen in June captured several large sturgeon and held off another seven days as catches peaked for the season. The season’s shad is over and the shad price averages about $7.50 per hundred. More sturgeon have been taken this season than in years, aiding fishermen financially.
A detailed Tongue River report recounts the Hoover murder by Cheyenne David Stanley and accomplices Crow and Yellow Hair. Sheriff and posse nearly clash with Indians. Stanley confesses but resists surrender until captured, then is jailed at Miles City. Captain Stouch urges two cavalry troops to Tongue River.
Witnesses testified at a coroner investigation into the Friday drowning of George J. Heinemann in Fairmount Park. They accused Park Guards of delaying aid while guards defended their resuscitation judgment amid conflicting time estimates from bystanders and fishermen.
Henry M. Gratz of the Gu ard Fire Insurance Company accuses Fairmount Park Guards of indifference after a drowning in the Schuylkill near the lighthouse. He cites lack of resuscitation and calls for instruction of guards and safety precautions at the site.
Pitman Grove New Jersey reports a sparse turnout of cyclists on a Sunday as word spreads of a crackdown on Sabbath riding. Boisterous talk and alcohol and tobacco sales have disrupted services, spurring a Citizens' League to back authorities in establishing a Christian Sabbath.
In Wilmington on June 13 women played a decisive role in the school board elections. Hartman and Morrow won in their wards, while Singles defeated McCausland in the Eleventh. The roster includes Hartman, Turner, Morrow, Crumbaugh, Baynard, Betts, Carter, Pyle, Green, Baird, Alfrey, Short, and others.
Public school pupils in Wilmington prepare for flag day observances with exercises at Central High School attended by members of the Sons of the American Revolution and the Daughters of the American Revolution. Former Ambassador Bayard will donate three gifts to the Second Baptist Church in Wilmington. The elm leaf beetle threatens elms near New Castle, harming trees as horticulture experts warn. The widow Mrs Thatcher dies at 1608 Pennsylvania Avenue, surviving two sons and three daughters.
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