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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1902
Page
10
The proposed general taxation for the current fiscal year matches last year at $027,000 in revenue. The equal levy implies the rise in tax on first class properties cannot be traced to the change. Any extra costs in the apportionment ordinance will be covered by revenues from repealed measures rather than general taxes.
A high season is assured as Todore is poised to attract excursionists. The article notes Todore as a premier destination, expecting significant visitor interest and renewed regional attention during the forthcoming season.
An assortment of lawn care products plus fresh asparagus listed in a brief regional notices item. Clark is mentioned alongside Qorist and Dc Coursen's as sources or vendors for the items.
The Tribune announces its third Educational Contest starting May 6 with 33 scholarships across diverse fields. Entries are flowing, rules printed on page four, and cash or scholarship prizes worth up to about 200 dollars await deserving contestants.
Warrant sworn by P. J. Philbin president of the Lackawanna township school board charges John J. Coyne the township tax collector with failing to file monthly tax returns despite collecting sums and receiving a five percent rebate. Coyne defends his conduct calling proceedings politically motivated and says he reported verbally at meetings. April 18, 1902.
An ad touts Paine's Celery Compound as a scientific remedy to banish all forms of rheumatism from articular and muscular to inflammatory and sciatic. It claims the medicine cleanses the blood of a morbid acid, relieves joint and muscle pain, and cites a testimonial from Mrs. Louiga Rix of Wesley, Ti. We urge use of at least one bottle for relief.
The Hillside Home relief board met with few applications. John Cokely, aged, was admitted to the Hillside Home at his request. Mrs. Owen McHugh, widow with nine children, received months of relief. An effort to reduce the building loan assessment was planned. An 87 year old man and his 75 year old wife were considered for admission. the wife was admitted, the husband rejected due to a dangerous habit.
Swarthmore College in Swarthmore Pennsylvania describes its nonsectarian, small college environment founded by the Society of Friends. It emphasizes intimate professor student contact, moral tone, liberal education across classics letters science and engineering, and strong athletic and health programs. Dr TH B Ware, a nose and throat specialist, has moved to the Board of Trade building.
James Gerrity secretary of the Carbondale township school board swore out a warrant for Albert Price on a theft charge. Gerrity was later jailed for drunkenness. Price was arraigned and detained. Gerrity issued warrants against William Lawson Mamie Price and Charles Lawson for adultery assault and related offenses as he awaited fines and service.
Police began enforcing a new junk dealers record law. Jacob Smith was held to bail on Thursday and Jacob Feldt of Hickory Street was arrested yesterday and held under $500 bail. Feldt previously faced charges of receiving stolen railroad iron and found records written in Hebrew during book checks.
The old police patrol team is assigned to the bureau of highways and sewers for street repair work. A team of fire horses from the Franklin Engine Company Witt will replace it and be quartered at the central fire station behind the municipal building.
The Scranton Business College reports recent enrollments including Miss Corinne Griffiths of Dunmore Miss JesVle M Moffatt of Dunmore John A Rutledge of city Miss Teresa Nealon of Olympiant Mrs Mary B MacDougall Miss Gertrude Arnott Fred Burkhart of Pittston Frank H Maynard of Factoryville Misses Harriet Lackey Genevieve Marion Edna Teague and Messrs Calvin Jones and David Furry of city Others to come later.
Monday reports show Susie Mes-Cgrath resigning as book-keeper and stenographer to join Peck Lumber Mfg Co. A letter of inquiry from New York about a student keeping books is noted with a salary of 82 per week, suggesting a possible promotion. Friday notes a request for a lady book-keeper.
The East Stroudsburg district reports its largest enrollment in history as the new building rises to provide ample space. Upon completion by fall, the campus will include fifteen recitation rooms, laboratories, society halls, an enlarged library, and an electric light plant to support student housing nearby.
Market notice listing fresh sprine lamb fowl and choice meats with green vegetables. Advertises Cooper and Castor Washington Market offerings and Coursen's Delicious Creamery Butter fresh daily in boxes.
Workers at the Nay Aug colliery in Dunmore quit work after one man, Joseph Decker, refused to join the union. They vow not to return until Decker joins or leaves employment. The company has taken no action yet.
The notice promotes exclusive designs and outlines patterns available to stamp on any material brought in. It highlights customization options and branding potential for customers seeking unique surfaces.
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