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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1895
Page
4
A southbound Rapid Transit car driven by Conductor Gallagher crashed into a coal wagon on Brooklyn street. The wagon smashed a pole, toppled the trolley wire for two feet, and injured one horse while the wagon tongue pierced the car. McGarra and MecGurry escaped injury.
Yesterday at First Presbyterian church funeral services were held for Mrs Elise Davis. Rev Charles Lee spoke of her labor and faith in the Master’s vineyard as floral offerings and pallbearers noted the esteem. A high mass of requiem for Mrs Daniel Dempsey followed with Rev J J Curran paying tribute. The remains were buried at St Rose cemetery.
Ike Burro, proprietor of the night lunch wagon, learned his father in Russia had died about two weeks ago. Burro planned to marry next week in Scranton, but the wedding is postponed. He will observe seven days of confinement per Hebrew law.
Carbondale Wheelmen led by W. R. Morn, G. M. Patterson and John Matey set out from the city for Scranton and Pittston. They plan to ride along the Susquehanna to Harrisburg, spending Sunday there, averaging about eighty miles daily and returning by rail after three days. Roads are reported in good condition and interest in bicycling is rising.
William L. Parnas of Berryville Virginia reports permanent cure from scrofula in eyes and full body after taking Hood's Sarsaparilla. He notes relief from choking sensations night sweats and severe dyspepsia after two weeks and several bottles. Prepared by C I Hood and Co Lowell Massachusetts. Price listed as six for 5.
Many cyclists plan to spend their vacation adopting cycling friendly itineraries. They favor scenic routes, safer trails, and group rides to maximize outdoor time and fitness while traveling.
A contractor named A. E. Tiffany pierced a finger with a nail while erecting a house. The wound appeared minor at first but developed to blood poisoning, prompting a physician visit. The doctor treated the pain but the condition worsened.
The Hazleton troupe of snake charm ers and vaudeville performers closed a disastrous engagement at Anthracite park yesterday afternoon. A large Carbondale audience watched a long, colorful bill with Williams Curtina Quarles as the injured hero and a sequence of base hits and errors yielding an 8 to 7 victory for our club.
Dr J W Coollige of Scranton returns from Durango Colo and visits Burrs cottage at Crystal Lake. Mrs John J Forbes and daughter Miss Mary stay in New York City for a few weeks. LeGrand Hunter, after a month camping at Newton Lake, returns home. Mrs Alex Johnson and Miss Hattle Jenkins visit Rev and Mrs Frank Marshall of Forest City. Miss May McLaughlin of Scranton also noted.
Forest City residents vow to vote for Governor Hastings amid political clashes. Citizens defend Hastings delegates, dispute Quay charges, and urge a right government by the people. Voters in First and Second wards urged to back Hollenback Jones Blakeslee and Mackey. parrots and canaries advertised at Furgeson’s.
Miles L Emma Griffin of Momence Illinois visits her uncle Hiram Griffin at W 8 Frace while Nathan Callender Jud son Callender T 8 Parker and Silas White spend Wednesday and Thursday with family.
Distressing kidney and bladder diseases relieved in six hours by the New Great South American Kidney Cure. It relieves pain in the urinary passages and back, helps with water retention, and promises quick cure for both men and women. Sold by C. M. Harris, Druggist, 15 Penn Avenue, Scranton, Pa.
Rev John Wintch will lead Sunday services at Free Methodist church at 10.20 am. Rev F H Parson of Methodist church preaches at 10.30 am. Rev A Bergen Browe of Baptist church delivers first anniversary sermon at 10.30 am. Echoes from the Boston convention and Baltimore program follow. M W Bliss Jr dies at 69 after long illness, survived by seven children. funeral at his home Sunday at 2 pm.
T B Howe survived a fire at the sand bed with his buildings ruined Thursday afternoon. Miss Tina Clouse visits friends in Sterling for several weeks. An excursion to Mountain Park is planned for Monday. Mr and Mrs Degiaw of New York are visiting C P Van Brunt. Miss Smith visits Miss Bessie Pyle. Mrs D Havenstrite and daughter Nellie, here a couple of months, left for Jermyn Thursday. WCTU parlor meeting at Mrs Millard’s next Thursday afternoon. Mrs J F Sayre’s friends gathered Thursday to celebrate her birthday. Swange's ointment advertises relief for piles with moisture, itch, and bleeding. available at druggists or by mail for 6 cents from Dr Swayne Son Philadelphia.
The article describes rheumatism as inflammatory pain in fibrous and muscular tissues caused by cold damp climates and lactic acid. It highlights magnetism treatment by Dr. F B Smith and staff, claiming permanent cures for hundreds and urging immediate consultation with free daily hours.
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