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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1897
Page
8
The paper states all volunteered communications from controversial figures must be signed with the writer’s true name for publication. No exceptions are allowed, reinforcing accountability and transparency in public discourse.
Local TV chairs go on sale April 15 at the Davia theater with reserved seating available after 1:90 p.m. A reception by Tench ora Mutual Benefit association is planned at the high school Tuesday at 4 o'clock. Marriage licenses granted to several couples. Union Bible class in Grace Reformed Episcopal church this evening at 7.45. Carpenters union open meeting with remarks by Hon. John KR Farr at Hulbert's hall. E G Harrisson to attend worl d rounds meeting next Monday. Florence Crittenton mission birthday event April 1% with envelopes for offerings. Tribune to publish 16 pages tomorrow featuring several special items and a new Scranton Journalism page. Miss Carolyne V. Dorsey to give a recital April 22 at the Young Men's Christian Association hall with a group of singers and Arthur I. Dorsey. Easter week entertainment by Miss Thorney praised in notices.
Mears & Hagen and T. B. McClintock market Easter flowers with a promotion offering a free rose bouquet with bonds worth one dollar. They anticipate supplying about a thousand bouquets and note the roses will be fragrant and free with purchase. McClintock rents space at the M. Co. A. building on Wyoming Avenue for a week to display plants and cut flowers for Easter.
Fancy California oranges and strawberries, fresh vegetables, Easter flowers at Clark's. Coursen's offers produce and seasonal blooms. Baseball today at 2 p m featuring Cuban Giants versus Beranton Admixsion Heonta in an upcoming game.
Attorney M J McAndrew heard evidence in three divorce cases in Judge Edwards chambers. Sarah Scott seeks separation from Michael Scott alleging lack of support and threats after their honeymoon. John Martin seeks annulment from Mary Wirth, claiming she is already the wife of William Wirth. Louisa Howe sues Charles A Howe for divorce, alleging desertion. Remaining hearings set for this afternoon.
The Associated Boards of Health of Lackawanna county will hold their fourth annual convention next Friday afternoon and evening at Scranton city hall. Delegations are expected, with committees to report amendments to health laws, and speakers including Professor Howell on Eyesight and Dr. Manley on Anti-Moxine and work of boards of health. Luzerne county invites are extended to join and to the school boards and medical societies of both counties.
City officials weigh creating an Improvement and emergency fund of about 150000 to be raised by bond issue and approved by popular vote. The fund would pay sewer and other improvements and property assessments, with advocates claiming 20 to 40 percent savings from prompt contractor payments.
Edward A. Dicey, Davis theater musical director, reported his Duchess bicycle stolen from 33 Penn Avenue. The wheel was found behind ash barrels in Oakford Court, and returned to Dicey when Captain Richard Edwardes brought it to the police station at 7 40 p m.
A national conference of Christian Prohibition workers convenes at Mears hall at 2 o’clock to discuss a separate Prohibition church movement. Key figures Rev J W Wells of Chicago and Rev William H Guy of Cleveland lead the effort with delegates expected from thirty seven states.
Grand Commander Yoh ue installed the newly elected officers of Coeur de Lion No 17 and Melita No 68 in a Masonic hall ceremony attended by visiting Sir Knights. Samuel B Yohe of Pennsylvania officiated with Acting Grand Officers C W Guester and others assisting. A banquet followed the ceremony amid Easter floral displays and a supper for attendees.
The article lists officers and assistants at a Masonic commandery ceremony led by Grand Commander Yohe. It names Eminent Sirs Buck, Kingsbury, Seamans, Woolsey, Porteus, Shepland, Alexander, and others, plus acting grand officers and retiring commanders. Choir members C D Sanderson, C B Derman, H A Browning, W D Evans, and John Morris are noted, with appointments for Coeur de Lion including James, Moyer, and J James.
The text lists officers appointed by Commander Seamans for Melita commandery including standard bearer Sir Morris A Clark and sword bearer Sir Thomas E Lyddon among a long roster. At the banquet there were addresses.
Grand Commander Yohe and E Sire Zimmerman preside as the state of New York hosts a gathering of vising Sir Knights. Visiting officers include Frank L. Brown D O McCollum P Morgan F W Querrrell and others from Wilkes Barre Towanda Pittston Bloomsburg Philadelphia Carbondale and beyond.
Heavy rain coincided with a machinery breakdown at the Providence power house. The Traction Company could operate only one engine yesterday morning, crippling trolley service during the early hours and perplexing patrons and officials alike.
In Dunmore the contest shows seventeen of thirty eight witnesses as illegal voters. the disputing sides claim more may be disqualified after today’s arguments. Tax payment irregularities and lack of naturalization are cited among the findings.
Large crowds laughed through City of Paris by Night and The Radley- Carton Ball. Jas. Van Leer and Joe Barton staged the Corbett-Fitzsimmons spoof, James Bernard impersonations drew praise, and Freemont duo’s burlesque sparked nonstop laughter. Fannie Vedder, Hastings and Marion, plus a Bradley-Martin hall sketch, capped the act. The company performs again today and tomorrow with matinee and evening shows.
James Sullivan aged 17 was committed to the county jail in default of $600 bail on resault and battery malicious mischief and threats. His stepmother Elizabeth Sullivan prosecutor said he assaulted her spilling blood and threatened to kill her and two half-sister witnesses testified.
Thomas Mahon of the North End was arrested on a highway robbery charge filed by Benjam Pechter. Police say Mahon hitched to a wagon selling garden goods in the North End and stole contents. The warrant came from Alderman Howe's office, served by Constable Cole. Mahon posted bail and is to appear before Alderman Fidler.
A Harrisburg house petition urges a law banning Sunday sports. Signatories include Reverend James McLeod Doctor of Divinity Reverend Joseph K Dixon Doctor of Divinity and H Co Bhafer president of the Young Men’s Christian Association.
A Philadelphia Press Reading special reports that after the AP A state convention business session in Reading ex Mayor John H Fellows and Hon John R Parr spoke at the rally. The dispatch claims the association is stronger in Lackawanna and Luzerne counties than in other parts of the state.
Louis Storm, injured in an elevator shaft accident at the Hotel Jermyn, was discharged from Lackawanna hospital after healing. Doctors say his leg will never be strong, and he earned a reputation as an unruly patient, twice attempting self harm and repeatedly abusing staff before his release.
Taylor borough council voted to hold a special election on a borough bond issue of 10000 dollars to establish a power house and supply lights citywide. Proponents say rentals from commercial and residential lights will cover costs and the bond will pay back over time.
Colonel Bb Co Yeomans deputy constable of the Seventeenth ward and a long time city veteran announces his intention to resign his office. Health reasons prompt the move and the resignation will likely be handed in May 1 after which he will leave the city. The firm mentions continued business at the same location for twenty two years and invites public patronage.
Mrs Emma Diem teams with Sawyer the Milliner inviting patrons to inspect a remarkable Easter hat collection opposite Hotel Jermyn. The shop promotes fashionable, varied colors and trusted guidance for choosing the season’s crown piece.
A Harrisburg despatch reports Senator Thomas chairing the senate committee and Gibson resolution on the investigation of relations between the Central Railroad of New Jersey and the Lehigh and Wilkes-Barre Coal Company. Auditor General Mylin says both firms have filed required reports and taxes are settled through 1896. An appeal over 1907 capital stock tax remains unresolved due to accounting disputes, and 1896 tax on capital stock is not yet settled but expected soon.
Bennett Alexander in Scranton April 14 1897 at bride home Adams avenue by Rev Richard Morns Joseph J Bennett of Lisbon and Miss Ada Alexander of Scranton Pearce Hay in Scranton April 13 1907 by Rev William Edgar Warren R Pearce of Scranton and Mira Lena Hay of Auburn Buhman Knowles in Scranton April 1807 by the Rev Charles Giffin Film Park church Keariwari Fluhiman and Miss Ira MH Knowles at the parsonage
Mortmow death notice for R H Morrow daughter of Mr and Mrs Kennedy with burial at Pitteton Catholic cemetery. Connolly death for Michael Connolly son of Mr and Mrs James Connolly of Eynon Street. Carlton Emeline daughter of Mr and Mrs George Carlton with funeral April 1 from 17 Schools Place, interment Washburn Street cemetery.
The ad lists numerous patent medicines and tonics with reduced prices, urging readers to compare and be convinced that Sanderson's Pharmacy sells at lower prices than competitors. It emphasizes that reductions do not raise overall prescrip tion prices.
A fragmented early 20th century page lists numerous patent medicines and personal care items with prices. Brands mentioned include Lydia Pinkham and Scott’s Emulsion, Lyon’s Tooth Powder, Carter’s Pills, and Mellin’s Food alongside various tonics and syringes.
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