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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1898
Page
10
An itemized catalog offers wall maps of Cuba and the world, Navy edition periodicals, the World Almanac, illustrated papers, a fountain pen, writing paper, envelopes, books, wall papers, curtain poles, and children's carriages and wagons with various prices and promotions.
William Young of Moosie asserts he is the sole heir to the fortune of Jonas I Menster macher who died in Oregon. The case, handled by lawyer Morland and Cheater V. Dolph of Stroudsburg, centers on the Northampton county poor house departure of Fenstermacher's child and an estate valued in the thousands. Edward J. Peters was named chief clerk to the Lehigh Valley railroad storekeeper, succeeding TH. B. Montgomery.
John Dranchoke and others face juries in a string of felony and assault cases. Witness disputes over a shooting at Kutskow yield multiple partial verdicts, with several defendants found not guilty or given fines. The rowdy docket includes trafficking in bottles and a stabbing at a saloon, while juries struggle through long adjournments and mixed outcomes.
The Coal Trade Journal notes prices for anthracite remain firm though demand is tepid. Dealers in Eastern ports stock cautiously as last year’s experiences deter early investments. No circulars are issued, and few large sales are expected. Transportation concerns rise with government ship purchases and possible hostilities. The overall trend remains upward for results.
A woman named Lee, not Hughes, admitted to deceiving Rev. J. A. O'Reilly for funds to travel to Pittston to visit a sister. She had claimed five children and hip disease, but the story was false. She faces vagrancy risk if she stays. two sons in Plymouth may support her.
Theodore Hart named by the president to succeed John H. Mullen as postmaster of Pittston and to edit the Evening Gazette. Born Sept. 10 1847 in Athers PA he has long operated the Gazette and served in the state legislature in 1885. He is a thirty second degree Mason and active in fraternal orders.
Inspector Michael F Mality newly appointed by the mayor and confirmed by select council began duties yesterday. He will coordinate from the Building Inspector Nelsons office in city hall and operates under the new ordinance to fund the office through examination fees and licenses.
The funeral for Joseph M Boies was conducted at the Tite Shc On Johns Presbyterian church by Rev. F R Robinson with Rev Dr Joseph Twitchill of Hartford and Dr S Logan officiating. Interment followed at Dunmore Cemetery. The service honored Boies life with scripture, singing, and touching addresses from family and friends. Prominent attendees included several out of town guests and classmates.
In Allentown Judge Allright urges moving liquor license power from courts to lay juries or a license board. He argues granting licenses burdens courts and risks eroding judicial efficiency and impartiality in license decisions.
The text argues for distrust of nonjury rulings in contentious license cases and urges court reforms to let lawyers and laymen influence policy changes. It questions a law judge's role in deciding license necessity and notes public trust in courts over liquor policy decisions, aligning with statements by President Judge TH W Archbald of the county.
A Monday evening joint meeting of the common and select councils will elect a five member board of tax revision and appeal. All current members are up for re election, with additional candidates from both councils, and voters may cast ballots for three candidates.
The New York Ontario and Western Railway adopts a two cent per mile local rate effective May 1. The move aims to boost town and city prosperity along the line by attracting population and new industry, despite revenue loss. Mileage tickets and certain excursion or multi-ride passes are eliminated.
Three new fraud charges against Attorney W. J. Tracey brought yesterday list 2080 as the total amount. The information filed before Alderman Howe names defendants and amounts: 1200 from John Collins of Scranton 890 from W P Beally of Wandling and 890 from others. The case involves Beally and Robinson's Sons Bark Beer on tap Still the lender and Pocono cigar.
A fresh supply of El Modelo cigars arrived at Fattin's located at 126 Penn Avenue. Garney Frown & Co advertised the stock for sale as part of the notice.
Barber Asphalt Paving Co began repairing Lackawanna avenue near Washington avenue under Street Commissioner Panning EK. Robinson's presented a distribution notice of 264 percent on proved claims to be paid Monday May next at Peck and Peck office 469 Fourth Floor Board of Trade building 9 am to 4 pm. Scranton Conservatory appeals for an organist position.
A commodity note announces limited flour sales at six dollars and seventy five cents per barrel with option to buy now and receive delivery in May. The offer highlights a single car or less as the transportation limit.
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