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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1897

Page

3

Reverend Jacob Harris Visits City From Hallstrad Pa

Prothonotary Clarence BE Mvor is confined to his home with tonsillitis. Mr and Mrs Harry Barton spend their honeymoon with Mr and Mrs G A Lone in Oneonta N Y. A T Walsh and T HM Hopkins of Pittsburgh were in the city last night for Hon John KH Barretts lecture in College hall.

Jacob Harris Hallstrad Clarence BE Harry Barton Thin City G. A. Lone Oneonta N.ie A. T. Walsh T. HM. Hopkins Pittsston John KH. Barrett College Hall Charles B. Blaney Mr. Blaney Harry Clay Blaney Academy of Music

Spring Brook Railway Suit Dismissed Over Track Torn Up

Judge Edwards dismissed the complaint of the Spring Brook Railway Company against Spring Brook Water Supply Company. The railway claimed unlawful tearing up of three miles of track destroying the road and causing injury. The court held the Water Company acted within its fee simple ownership and the railway had forfeited the right of way under its lease. The plaintiff may seek legal remedy only for injuries from the tearing.

C. A. Rechelman A. B. Warman Gunster John BR. Scragg F. Killam Major Warren Hon P. O'Malley Bechelman Warman Dickson Avenue Delaware and Hudson Dru Arndt Allen Jessup Henby Wehrum Lackawanna Tron and Steel Company Erie and Wyoming Valley Allroad Company Nay Aug Park

Ontario and Western Tour to New York City Mon Apr 26

The Ontario and Western schedules a trip to New York City for Monday April 26 with a round trip fare at one half and return allowed on any regular train through Saturday May 1. Passengers are urged to obtain the pamphlet detailing the express programme and monument dedication by writing J C Anderson, General Passenger Agent, Beaver Street New York.

Ontario and Western New York City J. C. Anderson Beaver Street

Iaxative Bromo Quinine Tablets Offer Refund

Drugstores advertise Iaxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with a 25 cent price and refund if they fail to cure. The notice emphasizes a money back guarantee to buyers.

Non Suit Granted In Moran Case At Common Pleas

In Scranton a non suit was granted in the Moran v Scranton Traction Co et al case after defense motion for compulsory consult. Other verdicts included McHurd estate full judgment with interest and Bird and Atherton rulings. Bechelman injury case adjourned. bond issue for indemnity against land seizure discussed.

Common Pleas John Moran Scranton Traction Company Major Warren Horace K. Hand Mi. Moran Mesaurne and Donahoe Menn Gunster A. J. McHurh Richard McHurd Computing Scale James Bird Charles A. Atherton Stephen Atherton Stephen Whitmore Aganst Mannion

Alderman rules on civil debt and perjury bail

Alderman Millar ruled the first case a civil action for debt not a criminal suit. He then held Erion on $600 bail for perjury. The ball was furnished.

Elty Alderman Millar Erion

Permits Issued by Inspector Nelson for March and Early April

A list of building permits approved by Inspector Nelson for March and the first three days of April, covering single dwellings, stores, workshops, extensions, and the Green Ridge Baptist Church parsonage project with a total estimated improvement cost of 161,500. The notices include addresses such as Alder street Alex Grass Penn avenue Lackawanna avenue Monroe avenue and properties on Washington avenue Birch street Mulberry street and Jackson street among others. The record names many owners and builders like ML Loft c FL Matthews W H Squires and Green Ridge Baptist society.

Green Ridge Nelson Alder Alex Penn Avenue Handley Estate Spruce Stroot William Connell Washington Avenue William Bmiume Main Avenue C. FL Matthews Monroe Avenue W. Lull Price Street Casey Bros Lackawanna Avenue W. H. Squires Tenth Street Agron James Whedburn Street Befe. Richards Luxerne Michael Gilboy West Market Street James BE. Quinn Wood Larch Street William Sehick Birch Street Oswald Jones Oak Street William Hageerty Mulberry Street Michael Gallehan John J. Stone New York Street Francis Armengel Charles Kemple Irving Avenue Pred. Lange Adame Avenue Margaret Arcer Ferdinand Street John Grimes Jackson Street Cormick Moran M. Neagle Taylor Avenue FB. Morniing Ash Street George Fowler John W. Warner J. J. O'Flora Pittston James Maroney Phelpa Street Edward Kell Btone R. C. Dean Church Avenue Thomas Lynch Throop Street Sumter Bros Lackawanni Green Ridge Baptist Society Mansiy Avenue

John Worth Leads Balanced Company in Concise Play

John Worth directs a well balanced troupe delivering a tight stage piece with restrained material and compliant theatrical craft. The ensemble maintains even pacing and clear dialogue, aligning with legal and artistic standards.

John Worth

Successful millinery opening at Fashions

Proprietor Welcker of the Fashion on Lacknawarina avenue opened a millinery shop yesterday. A large crowd browsed the fine display with the second floor devoted to hats bonnets and laces. Welcker's window display is described as among the prettiest in the city.

Welcker Lacknawarina Avenue Weicker

Nineteenth Annual Meeting of Womans Mission Society

The nineteenth annual meeting of the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of Lackawanna Presbytery opens at 2 PM in Washburn Street Presbyterian Church with a devotional led by Mrs. C. Ty Meeker. Afternoon includes roll call, reports, recitations, talks by Miss Mary Cort of Siam, elections, and tea during intermission. evening session at 7:20 PM led by Rev. J. P. Moffatt. Friday morning devotional at 6 AM and full program through Friday includes reports from Portemouth Ohio, literature secretary, Havergal reading, and committee elections.

Womman's Foreign Missionary Society Lackawanna Preebbytery Washburn Btrest Presbyterian Church Ty Meeker A. P. Moffatt William F. Gibbens Inet Mother Googe Horfie Chandler Solo Fosten-Williame Mary Cort Siam A. H. Welles Tey J. P. Moffatt J.T. Rodman Portemouth Ohio Vanderbure Frishle Horace Weston

Eisteddfod in May Promises Welsh Elements and Prizes

The Frothingham hosts the Eisteddfod on Tuesday May morning afternoon and evening led by Hubert Morris Lodge ofavo rites. The event features a chief choral contest for Tebert Morrie with 200 dollars first prize and 75 second, plus a 100 dollar prize in the male choir section. Literary contests include an essay on International Arbitration a poem Gyylym Gwent and a short story with prizes from local papers. Three sessions run at 1:50 2:30 and 7:30.

Frothingham Hubert Morris Lodge Ofavorites Tebert Morrie Lodge West Bide Bie William RK. Lewis EE. J. Rotuthean KK. BD Wilkes-Barre Scranton Times Gyylym Gwent Prige Beranten Truth Prise The Tribune

Butcher Charged with Perjury in Dorren Case

Jacob F. Erion a Adams Avenue butcher was held in bail after a perjury charge brought by J. F. Dorren the stepfather of Annie Dunn. Dorren testified as prosecutor though the matter stems from a larceny case involving Annie Dunn and a meat purchase. The hearing occurred yesterday afternoon before Alderman Millar at central court.

Jacob F. Erion J. F. Dorren Millar Adams Avenue Dorren Annie Dunn Erion Darren New York Central

Democrats and Republicans clash over city solicitors race

The Democrats have not met in joint caucus to nominate against City Solicitor Torrey and City Engineer Phillips, who seek reelection after Republican nominating petitions. A Democrat caucus may occur Saturday night, with McDonald and Blewitt as nominees still contested. Newcomb declined a nomination when approached by Democrats. Common council sessions proceed with Mahon elected clerk and McLean named assistant clerk, though appointment remains uncertain amid internal reports.

Democrats Torrey Phillips Republicana M. E. McDonald E. FP. Blewitt Edward C. Newcomb Newcomb Common Council John P. Mahon William McLeaan McLean

Messett Released on Bail After Stabbing Bellevue Men

John F. Messett, jailed for stabbing Michael and Martin Regan of Bellevue, won release on habeas corpus. Attys CC Newcomb and Dr Ju M Gates argued. DA John R Jones did not object to release. Ball set at $1,000, posted by Michael Bradley.

John F. Messett Michael Martin Regan Bellevue Cc, Newcomb Ju M. Gates Lackawanna Hospital John R. Jones Mesesett Michael Bradley

Hood's Blood Purifier and Pills Ad Claim

An advertising notice promotes Hood's Blood Purifier as the best medicine to purify blood and Hood's Pills as a preferred family remedy for sanative purposes. The copy asserts widespread cures and appeals to common health concerns.

Hood

Opening of Price Street Condemnation Report Confirmed

Viewers Charles EB Olver George B. Carson and John T. Williams assessed opening Price street between Sumner and Bromley avenues. They found 24000 is a fair price for condemned land with Mary J. Davis receiving 4206 and Lizzie J. Davis 806. Court yesterday confirmed the report.

Charles Eb, Olver George B. Carson John T. Williams Price Street Sumner Bromley Avenues Mary J. Davis Lizzie J. Davis

A Temperance Town Delights Scranton Audience

Hoyt's comedy A Temperance Town played at the Frothingham to a large enthusiastic crowd. The cast included George Richards as Mink, the elder Jones, Eugene Canfield as Bingo, Ruth was played by Gertrude Perry, and John A. Holland led as the clergyman's daughter in this strong local production.

Fichler Recovers From Providence Road Shooting

William Fichler, shot by one of three Italians in an affray on Providence road weeks ago, is recovering after nearly a week of unconsciousness. Dr Capwell attends and now has hopes of a complete recovery.

William Fichler Providence Road Fichler D. A. Capwell

Miner Killed by Fall of Roof in No 1 Mine

Nicholas Guzy a laborer in the No 1 mine of the Pennsylvania company was killed yesterday morning by a fall of roof just after work began. His death was nearly instant and his body was badly crushed. Guzy resided in Unmore.

Nicholas Guzy Pennsylvania Company Guzy

Court House News Notes

Court actions include rulings on alias subpoenas in Kendall Kendall divorce and Jodry v borough of Olyphant show cause to strike appeal. Judge Gunster issued opinions on Vetter v Carey and ruled on Bullock divorce decree with returnable argument. A rule to substitute executors for Handley and other records also noted.

Kendall Ciee Philip J. Vetter Agnes J. Carey Gunster John Bullock, Jr Abby Elisabeth Bullock John Handley Anna Melvin Handley

Lenton recital at St Luke's Church and rail service to Chicago

The afternoon program at St Luke's Church includes Market Sonata in BE minor and other pieces. D L and W and Nickel Plate announce reestablished through service New York to Chicago via April 3, with a Pullman car on train No 7 and dining car at Buhvly. Rheumatism cure advertised by Carl Loreng at 415 Lackawanna Ave Scranton.

St. Luke's Church Wely Gade New York Chicago Nickel Plate Buhvly Carl Loreng Lackawanna Ave Scranton

Gasolene Explosion Blasts Home Wounding Woman

A gasoline can exploded at Hadley Sharon Pa on April 7 blowing windows from the room and plaster from the ceiling. Mrs Hoy G Wright wife of ex Commissioner Wright Mercer county suffered serious injuries and her one year old son sustained severe burns as part of the wrecked house.

Sharon Hadley Hoy G. Wright Wright Mercer County

Special Student Rates on Lehigh Valley Lines

Special rates via Lehigh Valley R and connecting lines for students at schools colleges and seminaries. One third fare for round trips to any LV Railroads destinations except Buffalo Niagara Falls and Suspension Bridge. Tickets must be used within 15 days and by end of April. Present school ID signed by an official to LV ticket agents. Beacham's Pills advertised for indigestion.

Buffalo Niagara Falls Suspension Bridge Philadelphia Reading Penna Lehigh Valley Ticket

Rexford's Picture Sale Promises Deep Discounts on Frames

Two lots of pictures and many bargains go on sale today at Rexford's. Pratt's cachers moving fast with high grade frames and new pictures. framed etchings and steel engravings, plus water colors, offered at steep discounts. Crockery sale also underway with dinner and tea sets from Haviland and other potteries, promising surprising value as selling begins Friday.

Pratt Haviland

50 Pieces Changeable Mohair Jacquards and Tweeds

Readable fragment lists fabrics by type and material. Mentions mohair jacquards, coverts, suitings in figures with vigorous tweeds. No readable dates or named entities present.

Also Mentioned on This Page

AT. Norton’s M. Norton Gaa Weston Mill Olyphons, Carbondale W. B. Henwood Spring Brook Railroad Edwuards Kates Grant Memorial Berlin Spruse St MORAN M'Hugh Baker Eschelman Snes Eschelman Lackawana Iron and Steel Company Lackawanna Tron and Cial Company Guneter Women's Foreign Missionary Society Robert Morris Lodge Politics IN Councils Law Peter FL Dailey Academy of Muele Peter F. Dalley C. B. Jefferson Kian & Erlanger Palmer Cox Brownieland Messett Price Hoyt Court House News Notes Castoria Manh Avenue Lehigh Valley R Beacham Rexford Crockery Sale Rexford Co China Hall Millar & Peck Wyoming Avenue Lebleh Valley Silverstone Adams Chas. Wagner Nontine Lackawanna Lubricating CO Gcapoule the Scranton Bedding CO Mohair
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