Insanity Trial Highlights Anna Dickinson Case
Witnesses described Dickinson as excitable with a wild look and delusions of conspiracy while being treated for restraint in the Danville asylum. Testimony covered her arrival at the asylum, prior threats, and conduct on trains with defendants and observers detailing alleged coercion and improprieties in the proceedings.
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Anna
James Oybetiy
Danvilly
Oglesby
Trig
Denville Tosa
Mise
Anna Dickinson
Mixes Dickinson
Mra
Suspected fraud case ends with defenseArgument in WilkesBarre district court
In WilkesBarre a jury heard the James Hill fraud trial as prosecutors alleged improper use of mall circulars to inflate prices. Defense attorney John Shea argued Hill's failures reflected business reverses, noting Hill’s long career and recent personal hardships including a river incident and attempted loans, while witnesses testified to Hill’s ongoing business activity and mail disruptions affecting collections.
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Cen Niths
Hill
Jidae Burlington
United States
Grand Jury
Bill
Pasquale Cerberatlo
James
George Moble
Wilkes-Barre
James Hill
Wilkes-Marre
Abraham Meales
Clearfield County
Zlividenge Wasuleo
Ali
Luzerne
Lackawanna Coun Ues
T. P. Connell
Duryea
Tim
Susquehanna River
Susxerne County
Letters From The People Opinion Page Policy
Readers may submit short letters with their name for publication. The Tribute disclaims responsibility for opinions expressed by writers.
Editorial critique of Rockefeller wealth and happiness
A Scranton reader defends John D Rockefeller and his generosity against editorials. the writer argues Rockefeller's wealth correlates with happiness and benevolence. He cites philanthropic work, endowments to education, and the Baptist Missionary Societies as evidence of true virtue.
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Club Perusal
Yeeterday
Mooutiny Kiewlelee
John Dy
Rockufeller
Hockatelier
Knockufeller
Weamr
Ereat Baptist Missionary Societies
Wivingy
Earth
Avar
New York City
Liver Pills Outshine Fox Manor Formulas in Spotlight
Advertisement claims Dr Agnew's Liver Pills prove their worth by beating rival liver tonics at minimal doses. It asserts liver health prevents many ailments including headache biliousness nausea constipation and sallow skin, urging daily use and box prices.
Signs of deadlock in the councils
The report notes deadlock in council discussions over a police department membership increase and an ordinance granting sidewalks on the west side of Ninth and Robinson streets. The measure passed third reading and the meeting adjourned to reconvene Monday at 9.
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Ninth and Robinson Streets
Cliy Solletter Turvey
Omni Ip
Flanaghan Mide & Spourch
Appeaies
Mir Molnial
Extrornell
Gotomittic
Ted Utie Femiteets
Portiute
Kegan
Ineludbinge
Monroe
Quiter
Washington
Common Council Session Weighs Adjournment and Street Fees
The Lower Branch opened with an annual motion to adjourn Monday morning and voted 9 to 8 on sine die. A transition resolution demanded removal of City Street Commissioner Kinley and halted his pay, while debates on inspectors, pavement quality, and reorganization continued amid opposition and support from council members.
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Simon Thomas
Timer
Publc
Beranton
CR. Kinley
Ihereby
Fplanaghan
Moir
Mr. Oliver
Gilroy
My. Flanaghan
Chad Reading Bypasses Third Way on Staff Meadow Ave
A brief local note states Chad Reading takes a detour along the Stafford Meadow bik route near Dice Street, bypassing a third option. Transit officials warn of minor delays and urge drivers to follow posted signs.
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Stafford Meadow
Bik
Dice Street
Passe
Chad Reading
The Win in the Iron Mark to Be Staged by Robertson and Longine
Dotald Robertson and Mite Brandon Longine present a dramatic adaptation of an Alexander Dumas work at the Academy of Must Monday evening. The duo previously appeared at the Academy of Music last September and promise another successful engagement. The Lady Slavey, a New York Casino hit, is shown at Frothingham tonight with Kin Er lanner as manager, noted for prior elaborate productions in Scranton.
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Dotald Robertson
Mite
Brandon Longine
Academy of Must
Apell
Alexander Dumas Pever
New York
Frothingham
Kin & Erlanner
Scranton
Lehigh Valley Railroad
Philadelphia
York
H. RR
Mack Diamond
Ma Beak
Pittston
Wilkes-Barre
W. RK
Waite Haveli
Hazleton
Dee RR
Gas A.m
Bethlehem
Boston
Reading
Harerisburg
Hte
Geneva
Alerme
Rochester
PinKalo
Niagara Falla
Lehigh
Mia
Philadel
Wil Eraton
Within
Bridge
Ollin UR
LEE
Gen
Fass
Phila
A Wy
Nonnemacher
Asay Pass
Booth Bethlehem
Neae
Easton
Trenton
Washington
Way
Tobyhanna
Binghamton
Oswegonaotra
Corning
Bath
Northumberland
Wilkes Barre
Plymouth
Bloomsburg
Danville
Lone
Williamsport
Harrisburg
Hattimore
John Loftus Severely Injured By Six Men Near Moosic
John Loftus son of M W Loftus of Moosic was badly injured Tuesday evening along the Delaware and Hudson track said to have been struck by six men from a new railroad. He lay unconscious until a nearby resident found him and notified his parents. He was aided at home by Dr Watson. His head wounds and arm injuries are serious with uncertain recovery. attackers are at large.
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John Loftus
M. W. Loftus
Moosic
Delaware Wand Hudson
New Powder Mills
Br. Watson
Build Up Body With Scott's Emulsion Cod Liver Oil
A cure recommendation urges avoiding lingering coughs as danger to health. It claims Scott's Emulsion strengthens the body when other remedies fail and is especially beneficial for children and frail individuals.
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Scott
Opening Your Stores Decked With Palms and Ferns
Retail notice invites visitors to explore stores still adorned with tropical plants and palms highlighting thousands of novelties and inviting shoppers to browse the selections.
Millinery Department Showroom Preview
Millinery department presents a selection for display with a focus on hats and accessories. The exhibit highlights intricate trims and seasonal styles intended to inspire shoppers.
Parisian Hats and Trimmed Millinery Delights
A brief note highlights Parisian hats and the work of local trimmers. It praises the variety of pretty trimmed and untrimmed millinery available to shoppers.
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Allen Be Pleston
Martha
Mies Dickinson
Hin
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Ari
Susan
Antu
Bowen
George James
Mise Dickinson
Kingston
Asylum
Bridget Doran
Anna Ivickinson
Martha Griffith
DR. Oglesby
Exerews
Robert Williame
Thos
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Fred Thorne
Strop
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George St. John
Albert Smith
J. L. Waster
Luzerne County
Post Office
Gorman
Buffington
Collwin
Pennsylvania
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Thomas F. Connell
Connell
Morrisey
Valentine Wieck
Lovie Tech
Harry Idem
Radhtor Dippre
Luzerne Coun
My. Rockefeller
Tribune
Castoria
Common Council
Ayos
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Sofios
Gordon
Hepan
Cilroy
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Bweeney
Nealls
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Presiient Grier
Mewers
Thomas
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Senmam
Oliver
Keller
Kinsley
Flanaghiain
Mr. Flanaghan
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Meeers
Simon Thoma
Regan
Milroy
Flanaghan
Weneel
Philip Wirth
Aweeney
Cniver
Reddler
Newlix
Norton
Tirher—I Noaye
Moeeste
Loftus
Comlon
Sramink
Kellett
Ayer
Mesere
Simon
Wenzel
Philly Wirth
Seamans
Gilover
Mesers
Sweeney
Nealle
Aetdler
Grr
Felix LE Brun
G. Clark
Yeranton
L. Posner
Lackawanna Ave
A. E. Rogers’ Jewelry
Lackawanna Ajcnj
Lackawanna Avenue
Wyoming
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Millinery Department
Third National Bank
Capital
WM. Connell
Henry Belin, Jr
William IL. Peck
Madea
Stacy
Royal Medicine CO
Alver St
Chicago
Matthews Tikua
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Central Railroad of
New Jersey
Lehigh and
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Atlantic
Newark
Elizabeth
Buneau
Long Ranch
Cenan Grove
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Lynestaville
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H. Olhausen
Warren-Ehret Company
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Washington Ave
Scranton, Pa
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New Foundland
England
Ireland
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Wagonmakers
Full Lin
Blackshita
Laukawanna Lumber CO
GANG
Raila
Milis
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Potter Co
Buffalo and Susquehanna
Mina
Potter County
Coudersport
Fort Allegany
General Office —Board of Trade
Dr. Peal
Peat Medicine Co
Cleveland
John H. Phelps
Wyoming Avenue
Spruce Street
Pennsylvania Railroad
Sunbury
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Pittsburg
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Pottsville
Norristown
J. R. Wood
J. B. Hutchinson
Delawa
Saran
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