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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1898
Page
10
Directors of J. J. Newman Lumber Company and Lachapne Lumber Company express sorrow for William T. Smith’s death March 1 and March 3 meetings. They praise his business ability, integrity, counsel, and kindness, extend sympathy to his family, and order minutes to record the actions.
Commencing April lat 1898 the price of milk will be four cents per quart bottled milk five cents per quart. On account of this reduction in price a strictly cash system will be adopted on May 1st Scranton Dairy Company.
City hall board conducted a seven hour exam with five candidates Michael J. O Malley William Griffiths John F Kearney William Dougherty and Lincoln Willame. Forty typewritten questions covered theory and practice. scoring will determine advancement and mayoral nomination for the post.
A shrewd young professional beggar named Joe Andrews duped local businessmen by feigning poverty to obtain alms. Mrs. Duggan found him yesterday, exposing the scheme and prompting further inquiry.
An Associated Charities agent stopped a youngster's begging and exposed a tale of an orphaned boy seeking help for a widowed grandmother. Mrs Duggan brought the boy to a benefactor who provided funds. The boy revealed a steady father, while the supposed grandparents were found to be fictitious. The boy led officials to his South Side home where the father promised to send him to school and end the begging under arrest.
Citizens show heightened war fever as afternoon dispatches hint at imminent mobilization. Extra editions surge in sales, bulletin boards draw crowds, yet no mass panics appear. A fake Lebannon Third brigade report circulates, while rumors of carpenters heading to League Island navy yard spread without substantiation.
Postmaster EB HH Ripple reports a League Island navy yard poster seeking recruits for the navy. Seamen and machinists are especially wanted with wage rates listed for various ratings and requirements including technical skills, literacy, and arithmetic ability for machinists.
At a special meeting of the Lackawanna hospital board the death of director William T. Smith was mourned. The resolutions praise his twelve years of service, selfless sacrifice, and generous help to the institution, with minutes to be spread and a copy sent to his family.
Patrick Milarkey, a 26 year old local crook, admitted siphoning lead fire pipe from Linden street and Penn avenue saloons and selling to junkmen. Police traced two pipe sections to a Penn avenue shop. Malarkey was arrested and confessed. He faces a hearing today.
An 12 page expert dressmaker guide promises practical instructions to remake and recolor old dresses wraps and coats into up to date fashion. Readers can obtain Hootie Dressmaking free by sending a coupon and stamped return to Wells Richard Co. Burlington WI while edition lasts.
An advertisement fragment notes Arnold's Knit Specialties selling children's and women's wear, with an Easter Panel offer to every purchaser next week from April 4 to 8. It mentions locations on Spruce Street and Lackawanna and South Main avenues, plus a note about school permits in April.
A large crowd has embraced snechil rites for the coming season and many will participate this month, signaling widespread engagement in the community observances and seasonal activities.
Dr. A. J. Connell has moved to a new Connell building on Washington Avenue, indicating a routine office relocation with no additional details.
A speaker recalls receiving wages from Mary for teaching and using the money to buy a pair of silk top lace shoes at a dollar fifty. He notes higher priced options and reflects on how only the nobility could wear more expensive boots.
The opening of Miss Ward’s millinery on Washington Avenue drew a large female audience from Scranton and nearby areas. The Parisian styles and array delighted attendees as Miss Ward remained the city’s only parlor milliner, with continued display today.
Patent leathers and English enamels offered to men who wish to dress well. Prices range from 2.00 to 4.00. Best sellers are the babies of this dainty line, the 2.00, 2.00 and 4.00 goods in all widths and sizes at the Brothers' Big Cash Store.
Call for copies of the new Journal at the office to read spring and summer tuition offers and other notices. Ads promote American Beauties cheap today, 201 Washington Ave, G R Clark & Co. Tripp Farm Plot lots at half-price if built now. Munsey McClure Century for April. Beidleman, 437 Spruce, Scranton Business College. Maine Souvenirs.
The butter is praised as the best and received fresh daily. It is not offered in competition with tub butter sold by many dealers. We have disappointed customers but can supply all demands from this date.
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