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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1899

Page

8

Comprehensive Range of Carriages and Home Furnishings

A large assortment of children carriages sleeping coaches go carts express wagons and metal wheels with rubber tires. Richly trimmed handsome bodies and attractive prices plus ready made and fitted window shades curtain poles wall papers and decorations in all styles and sizes. Mantle designs for churches halls offices and stores offered with lincrusta imitation carved wood moldings for wall hangings.

Doland Climax

Social Round of Local Guests and Visitors

Mrs J B Pritchard of Park Place is quite ill. Henry Wertheimer of Wertheimer Bros Philadelphia visited friends here yesterday. Mrs M Rinsland and Miss Nettle Jenking of Carbondale are guests of Mrs Philip Rinwand. Miss Belinda Messett of Leving Avenue South Scranton leaves today for Chicago. A flash party was held at Mr and Mrs Philip Rinshind Monsey Avenue Chand Reporter W 4 Robinson of Mine, visiting for Knights of Honor events in Pittston. Dr Bulesan of this city accompanied Mr Roblin.

Mra. J Pritchard Park Place Henry Wertheimer Wertheimer Bros Philadelphia Marys Rinsland Mise Nettle Jenking Carbondale Philip Rinwand Mise Belinda Messett Leving Avenue Scranton Vlelt Jy Chicago Philip Rinshind Monsey Avenue Chand W. 4. Robinson Knights of Honor Pittston Knights of Mano Dr. Bulesan Mr. Roblin

Morning Marriage at Peter's Cathedral Unites Agnes Nailin and WD Roche

Agnes Nailin of Adams Avenue and WD Roche, head of the mall carriers department at the local post office, wed in a morning ceremony at Peter's Cathedral. Rev. Metroderick officiated as Prof. Schilling provided processional and recessional music. A reception followed at the bride's home before the couple departed on a two week wedding tour to New York aboard the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western line. They will reside in a newly furnished home at Taylor Avenue and Gibson Street.

Peter's Cathedral Yueater Agnes Nailin Adams Avetiur WD. Roche Mall Carriers' Department Prof. Schilling Ayareles Mise B. Nallin Slater Mrs. Roche Delaware, Lackawanna and Western New York Taylor Avenue Gibson Street

Modern Market Opens At Penn Avenue By Pierce

Tomorrow morning W M H Pierce will formally open at 1140 12 14 Penn avenue a highly modern market designed with strict sanitary standards. The rebuilt building features two refrigerators for fish and butter eggs, wooden interior finishes, large mirrors, a white metal ceiling, and four telephones to speed orders. The layout divides fish and groceries by side, while the center houses fruit and vegetables and the market will use upper floors for storage and offices.

W. MH. Pierce Penn Avenue Pierce Pte Elame Jobstore Pieree

Catholic church site to rise on Stone Avenue in Lackawanna

The Lackawanna Iron and Coal Company sells twelve lots on the westerly side of Stone Avenue between Orchard and Hemlock streets to Rt. Rev. M. J. Hoban bishop of the diocese for a new Catholic church and parochial residence. A small house now stands there as Patrick Nolan prepares to move out. The site once held the first Catholic church within the city limits, later removed to Cathedral cemetery. The old church stood near Hemlock and Stone, built in 1848 and torn down in the 1860s, with the property then reverting to the coal company. The new parish will be formed from the cathedral parish, serving areas north of Heech street in the surrounding borough.

Stone Aville Orchard Hemlock Lackawanna Tram and Steel Company M. J. Hoban Patrick Nolan O Marke Hemlock and Stone Avenue Lackawanna Lronwich Coal Company A. O'Reilly St. Peter's Cathedral Moban Heech Street

Brown Squier Nuptials Readied in Quiet Baltimore Home

Miss Harriet Marta Brown daughter of Mr and Mrs Davis Brown wed Lutehus Squier in a simple ceremony at the Brown residence 128 Mulberry Street with Rev Rogers Ts tae of St Luke s officiating. The couple received a small reception then departed for a trip to New York Philadelphia and Boston before settling in Platt Place in a newly furnished home.

Hartiet Marta Davia Brown Lutehus Squier Floral Mall Porior Brown S28 Mulberry Street Rogers Tstae St. Luke's Church

Blacksmiths Sought for United States Cavalry enlistment

An enlistment order was issued at Boruce street recruiting office for several skilled blacksmiths to join the Fours United States cavalry now ordered to Manilahile tea. Yesterday three men were sworn in at the recruiting station and sent to Fort Columbus New York harbor Harry Franklin Onick'n Bend Pa Neht artillers Thomas Curley and Peter Comiskey Scranton infantry.

Boruce Street United States Cavalry Arder Fort Columbus New York Harbor Harry Franklin Onick’n Bend Neht Artillers Thomas Curley Peter Comiskey Scranton Infantry

Baking Exhibit Promises Free Samples in Scranton

Local event invites all ladies in Scranton and vicinity to a two day baking exhibit at Foote and Puller store on Washington avenue. Demonstration showcases the Dockash Range with Oven Ventilation and fuel saving features. Free bread cake rolls cream puffs and other goodies to be distributed.

Scranton Foote & Puller Company Washington Avenue

Scranton Asphalt Street Crisis Shrinks to Council Fight

Prominent citizens press for immediate certification of Barber Asphalt contract while mayor and controller clash over funding. A transfer of 1500 to fund temporary repairs is debated. a city solicitor contract clause is ordered released. Barber Asphalt outlines its position and expects action to resurface streets this summer.

Asphalt Company Barber Asphalt Company James Moir Scranton Harbor Asphalt Company Wwe Premiilin Yertirs John Jenova W. Dalle Flea Rice, Levy & Co KR. G. Brooks A. B. Blair Venthwien Counnile O' Boyle Noles Halley Janet Moir Howell Fet Zizelmtn Grier Zivelman Calpin Wenzel Cal.pit Council Ira H. Burns Barber Company

Special Fruit Sale Ad Promotes Fresh Produce

Local ad lists box Fancy Sweet Oranges 54 to 6 dozen at 1.35 per box and California Oranges 15 for 25c. Navels 25 and 35c per dozen. Havana Prunes 15c each or 1.75 per dozen. Strawberries 20c to 25c per quart. Fancy Asparagus 20c per bunch. Fresh Vegetables offered.

California Havana

Expenses of the County Levy Set at Seven Mills

The county commissioners present an itemized estimate of the county’s 180 expenses. Major entries include soldiers' relief, county officers, fines and elections, public buildings, prisons, printing, education, and state facilities. To fund these costs the levy is fixed at seven mills, unchanged from last year.

Wuldal Comnty Commissioners’ Office INO Eastern Penitentiary Piquames -Aisecdnyitapnd Ceca VCCI Hama Bok Pemkee State Hospital

Ground Caves Roil Bull's Head Area Blame on Church Coal

In North Scranton Bull's Head another cave-in opened a large surface crack from the Church colliery boiler room to John F. Schaffer residence on Clarke Street. A mule fell into the shaft but climbed out as the slope risked Schaffer’s home sliding into the mine.

Scranton Bull's Head Church Colliery John F. Schaffer Clarke Street

First Year Teachers Salary Debate On Board Agenda

The board of control finance committee meets tonight to finalize the annual report due next Monday. The main issue is teachers salaries and whether any increase will be granted, especially for dismissed first year teachers.

Board of Control

Refund Promise for Greenes Syrup of Tariff Cough Cure

An unsigned card from J.G. Bone & Son and others of Dunmore and Beragton promises to refund money on a worn bottle of Greenes Warranted Syrup of Tariff if it fails to cure a cough or cold. The note also guarantees a refund for a defective beetle mating factory or money refunded.

J.G. Bone & Son Dunmore Pac 'Ha BP Donabite Beragton

Warrant Issued Over Scranton Fire Chief Hickey Dispute

A city clash over the fire chief’s removal leads to an arrest warrant for Chief P. J. Hickey. Mayor James Moir claims Hickey illegally retains city property and refuses to surrender official books and gear to the acting chief George Suydam. Hickey argues the term lasts until a successor is chosen, while Moir asserts temporary vacancy. Police seize the horse and carriage. Hickey is informally served but not jailed.

Moir Howe P. J. Hickey Fire Department George R. Suydam John T. Howe P. J. Wickey Scranton James Moir Joseph Block Alderman Howe Hore House Hickey Block Nay Aug Chief Hickey George Suydam Suydam City Hall Thes Dite Mayor's Ofice PB. J. J Wickey H. ©. Hatton Seil George R. Suydum

Rumors Hover Over Luzerne Lines Purchase

E Robinsons Sons Book Beer reports nothing definite yet on a trolley combine that bought Luzerne lines as Scranton Railway talks continue. General Manager Silliman says he has heard only newspaper rumors. stock movement in Philadelphia may reflect those rumors rather than confirmed plans.

Trolley Luzerne County Ines Scranton Railway Company Silliman Philadelphia Exchange

Gold Crowns and Bridge Work Guaranteed for Ten Years

A dental service promises durable tooth crowns and bridge work with a ten year repair guarantee. Free examinations accompany the offer, emphasizing long term care and customer assurance.

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