16 Nov 1905
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Newspaper
Pittston Gazette
Location
Pittston, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1905
Page
1
A gale forced a wrecked landing on Taunton Rock as survivors were found safe under their overturned boat after a risky rescue. Railroad news reports Lehigh Valley train work, engine maintenance, and industry talks involving Frick and the company’s stock matters amid regional energy and coal developments.
Andrew Humble of Plains dies yesterday leaving a wife and seven children. Col. C Bowty of Wilkes-Barre, commander of the Winth Feati ment, ill and confined to his room. Edward Sword, Parsons merchant, dies after a week of illness. born in Parsons and partnered in a long standing family store. Hasleton M C A faces debt. banquet marks 60th anniversary with $25,000 pledged toward $60,000 fund to pay debts and improve the building. Local donors include Dr H M Keller, William Lauderbach, Barber Brothers, I P Pardee each with $5,001. Several defendants in Berwick to be heard on eel well location law violation. Nantico ke bridge project delayed until spring. iron work contract awarded to Phoenixville Works. John Rosso of Wilkes-Barre wed Sarah Tuck after previous marriage. religious objection overcame by joining Jewish faith and remarriage. Dr Thomas Finn of Boonsboro notes kidney and bladder remedies with Foley’s Kidney Cure praised for stopping irregularities and building up health.
Mrs Josephine Budzer of Wilkes Barre through Moses H Salsburg sues Wassl Check and Stephen Kemeta for 5000 dollars each claiming slanderous remarks damaged her reputation. Annie Labeda of Glen Lyon, via Charles A Shi also sues a neighbor for trespass damages. William Dressler of Wilkes Barre, a delicatessen proprietor, sues Goldman Scheelsheimer Co and its agent for damages over impure goods allegedly harming his business reputation.
Lehigh Valley Coal Co. sues Thomas H Atherton and others seeking to restrain termination of a coal mining lease dating from 1888. The lease obligates annual payments of at least 6000 dollars and allows coal transport below the premises, with termination if rent or royalty is unpaid for sixty days.
In tribute after twenty years, Carbondale Presbyterian Church grants its pastor a ten week leave of absence and presents a Holy Land trip ticket. Mrs Lee receives a barrel of old mementos as parting gesture amid ceremony.
Reports describe extensive overhauling, repairs at Lehigh Valley lines, and Coxe Bros transfers and delays. Injured Sayre engineman James J Whalley is recovering after a frost accident while boarding his engine at Sugar Run. Coxe collieries at Denton idled due to railroad car shortages amid industry-wide disruptions.
The store showcases new trimmings and desi styles including perlan and Dresden fabrics drawing shopper interest. Prices start at 10c per yard up to 8.50. Tight fitting long coats gain popularity among careful dressers. Large assortment and pleasing prices in the sale department.
In our Blanket and Comfortables department this week an all wool plaid blanket in full 11 by 11 size is offered at a sale price. Originally six dollars, current price five dollars.
A concise report notes voting channels achieving best quality at 12 percent. The summary identifies patterns and potential implications for efficiency. Details focus on procedural efficiencies and observed outcomes without sensationalism.
Values in all linen damask tablecloths and napkins offered at 25 and 50 cents per yard with bleached and unbleached options highlighted. Limited stock in this sale.
In the Men's Furnishing Department the store offers new toques and jams for children priced at 25 and 50 cents.
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