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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1898
Page
8
A garbled passage lists names and locations such as Wilkes-Barre, Acduume avenue, Baltt, Pye Cantley, Oxford, Bonita Jailies, New York, and multiple personal names. The text reads as a rough roster or notice with unclear context, likely a fragmented community record or correspondence.
The report states Orber thieves faced arraignment after a chicken theft incident. Details mention a bail set and the court action proceeding, with lingering questions about charges and related delays.
Appomattox Day celebrations were held by Camp W42 Patriotic Corner in Wyoming Avenue Hall. Edward Hane and William Widener gave patriotic addresses as Colborn Jr. spoke on Civil War events and Lee’s surrender. The program featured songs, recitations, and a stereoscopic Maine battleship exhibit.
A lively social at the residence of Misses Mary and Christie Ring lent on Weomine Avenue last evening featured instrumental selections by Floyd Bath and a violin recital by Chantington. Guests included Mr and Mrs Fimner Hughes, Mr and Mrs Hinsland, Mrs M McManness, Mrs GR Suydam and many Misses in attendance.
The article previews a boxing style wrestling match between McFadden and Mullens at Mario Hall. Negotiations are underway for a purse and stake of Lionel. The bout blends old and new boxing styles over twenty rounds, highlighting contrasts in defense and footwork.
William Conroy, Thomas Coyne and Thaddeeus Walsh were held for court again by Alderman Millar. The case, tied to a prior indictment, was postponed due to a pending legal issue and later refiled for arraignment. Prosecution allege railway company involved in the matter.
The court heard testimony from Gleason Concheter Jolie Loneath and others. Attorney for the defense argued no single principal assault could be proven and that no charges could be sustained. The prosecution claimed a three person assault occurred and a jury should decide. Alderman Millay set each defendant bail at 200 dollars.
Towanda police request circulation for Joseph Head a 17 year old son of Arthur Head court stenographer who disappeared last Thursday. He was last seen wearing a dark blue suit red sweater a light overcoat and a fedora hat as authorities consider he may have left home to enlist in the army or navy.
Coroner's jury reports Owen Davis died from flying debris when a fly wheel burst at Green Ridge iron works on March. After hearing thirty two witnesses and inspecting the site, the panel rules the death accidental and unpreventable, despite claims of criminal negligence by mill staff.
Colonel C Bow Dougherty of Wilkes Barre protests the Hull bill for army reorganization. He says passage would crush the National Guard and deprive volunteers who aided in the Civil War, leaving wars led by regular army officers and undermining state officer choice.
Funeral held from Gordon Street home for Michael J Howley with large attendance. Requiem Mass at St Peters Cathedral celebrated by Rev S Mactiohiriok, followed by interment at Minchku Cathedral Cemetery. Music store and jewelry openings announced with invitations and giveaways.
An OCR fragment mentions G Rh Clincke & Co and Davies Overviady linked to a notable building project in Maplay Meape, highlighting a great booster tower and a store. The text is fragmentary but indicates commercial activity around repairs or construction.
The Guillia Art Studio showcases a fresh line of epitable Easter gifts and wedding favors featuring Ponnips Waldeon's tile Horse Hale. Orders accepted at Clark'n in Meare building Bleetoio Crystiibes.
Trial recounts alleged attempts to defraud Owen Cusick estate by John Davis with cash loans and forged entries. Evidence shows bank balances offset claims, while defense argues discrepancies in loans and dates. Separate suits involve McCoy Co on cigars and a dry goods dispute between Megargel Connell and Watts over butter. Jury deliberations noted in Crystal Lake Water case with nominal damages of fifty three cents.
William Price by his counsel James J. Watkins obtained a court rule against Milward Allen who is performing the Third ward constable duties calling him to show cause why the office should not be emptied. Price alleges he was elected at the February election and was wrongfully deprived of the post.
County commissioners refuse to certify Allen despite eighty seven to ninety one votes. They claim noncompliance with the law and Allen declines to surrender the office. Court to hear arguments on Tuesday April 2.
Easter programme at Grace Lutheran church includes Master service next Sunday morning with Gloria Power Kyrie Gloria in Excelsis and Hymn Ancient Glory Morning. Anthem The Resurrection by McGranahan with broadcast of Holy Communion. Soloists Miss Drake and Miss Letile Devil perform, organ by Edith Bimith.
Fragmented advertises Waldron selling items at a local sale by the street, touting variety. Mentions vendors and a tester service, plus art novelties to view. The text is garbled but presents a city sale event with multiple shop names and a crowd atmosphere.
Readers are urged to see and hear the Demonstrator for the Arnold Knit Goods in Baby MarAar AZ Spruce Korea and Carnations. Orders may be left with Clark Mears building. Prices listed include ranges and oil and gas grooves at Battin's 126 Penn Avenue.
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