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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1897
Page
10
Fackawanna County Carbondale notices state that advertisements orders for job work and items for publication left at Shannon & Co new dealers North Main Street will receive prompt action. Office hours are from 9 am to 10 am.
The select council met Monday with members McNulty Debts Nealon Swigert Gilhool and Eaton present. Nealon protested the Scranton police furniture bill as costly and unnecessary but the city clerk had to source supplies locally since area dealers could not meet needs. The bill was paid. Street committee reports were approved. fire chief nomination for P F P Moffit was sent to the city solicitor for legality.
The regular meeting with full attendance approved purchasing about seventy five double desks at 3.15 each from representatives of furniture firms. The board filled vacancies from resignations and a death, elected three young teachers Miles Coleman recommended by the superintendent, and added substitute Emma Barrett and Martha Hards for central building needs.
A large work force widens the gangway and lays a switch at the Wilson Creek mine to enable air motor operation for pulling loaded cars. On Saturday the motor moved twenty seven cars from the far end, with plans for Coalbrook breaker enlargement and a possible opening from No 4 into Coalbrook to streamline coal flow. The No 3 mine currently approaches Mountain Lake, reducing labor by avoiding multiple transfers, as officers assess the best site for the new opening.
At a Fell school board meeting Professor J F Brennan was unanimously elected principal for a three year term. Board members Lavin Mooty Kelfer Fitzpatrick and Boyle attended and Brennan's annual report was read and received.
Citizens circulate petitions to city councils urging legislation to build a new bridge at the junction of Church and Canaan streets over the plane. The existing bridge is deemed inadequate for traffic.
The new channel serves the upper city, becoming the sole communication method for residents in that area. Officials hail improved access and faster notices as the system rolls out across the district.
Mrs. H. C. Wheeler and daughter return from Wind sor New York to visit relatives while Dr. Place visits Mt Upton and Binghamton to preach. Numerous Hastingsdale area residents and guests travel to Atlantic City Ocean Grove Crystal Lake Philadelphia Asbury Park and Susquehanna for visits races and leisure.
Letter to the Tribune clarifies the precedents of the convention vote for John R. Jones esq as Lackawanna District Attorney in the Republican county convention held September 4. It states Jones carried nineteen votes more than George M. Watson and led by one and a half votes over his rivals.
Jermyn reports guests from Rochester England and Scranton. Funeral services in Welsh Congregational church and Shadyside cemetery mark several bereavements. Local residents visit relatives, with numerous calls and a coal mine accident causing injuries.
Dalton readers note visitors at the Dalton House including Mr and Mrs H M Streeter Dr and Mrs G B Reynolds and Mr William Bunn of Scranton and others from Binghamton Glenburn and this place. Dr Wilbur plans to replace the old Dixon Hotel on Waverly Street with a new home. Miss Hattie Ketcham of Plainsville visits Mrs A B Davis. Mrs W L Culver and son Homer from New York City visit Mrs W A Dean. Miss Hallstead of Olyphant is in town. a birthday gathering at Mr Frank Wall’s features many locals. The Y M C A disbands for summer and will reorganize in winter.
Taylor Y. Wilson, a Detroit contractor, details years of back pain and kidney trouble alleviated by Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. He claims three boxes cured him and urges neighbors to use the remedy, while noting the pills’ blood tonic claims and distribution details.
A Baptist church pastor Mr. Lowell departs after two years to lead Clark's Green Baptist church. A birthday gathering on Waverly Street celebrated Mika Henrietta Decker's fourth birthday with many children and gifts. Dalton laundry reports steady business as machinery runs smoothly. An entertainment at the old Baptist church featured Crandall and Randall with the farce Is Married Life a Failure. Several residents visit Scranton and Wyoming, with a runaway horse incident ending without injuries.
Mr FE F Lelehton returns to Hinghamton and many locals host guests from Hyde Park Scranton Brooklyn Wilkes-Barre and Carbondale. Preacher Rev A Browne spoke at Baptist church on Paul the Apostle with stereopticon. African Methodist camp meeting at Fellagrove begins Saturday with services through Sunday. Fresh cakes pies bread and ice cream sold daily at Little Delmonlvo.
A Cleveland Leader note recalls a man who nearly reached the north pole and joined a relief expedition. The exchange highlights how the explorer is viewed, noting the man’s rugged appearance and the mission’s humanitarian aim.
A farewell surprise party for Mr. Herbert Hall at his Weert Minooka home precedes his Wales trip. Attendance lists include Lizzie Billington, Della Williams, Annie Rose, Ray Morgans, Mrs. Hall, and many others. Also reported are Bayard Griffiths injured in Taylor mines, a Taylor Reds vs St Thomas college game, a Monday shooting match near Archbald mines, and upcoming Knights of Pythias meeting.
A New York Press quote recalls a police captain who said his toughest task was stopping a prize fight. The captain insisted there was nothing unruly to report, only his own urge to see the bout through to the finish.
The passage captures a playful parlor moment where a youth asks about skating and a sister’s remark challenges a suitor to hurry. Jennie implies rivals are ahead, adding a hint of social courting in a domestic scene.
Poem fragment recalls a life of wandering and poverty with repeated lines about sleeping in a transient lodging and eating at a chance cafe. The speaker contrasts this with a brother who settled down, raising themes of regret and longing for a imagined fixed home and family.
Central Railroad of New Jersey timetable notes coal usage exclusive. Jul 22 1807 schedule lists trains from Scranton to Pittston Wilkes-Barre and beyond with express options to New York Newark and Philadelphia. Returns from New York via Liberty Street North River with through tickets and advance purchase through the bishop agent at the station.
The notice lists weekly schedule changes effective Monday June 2 with express and local trains for New York Easton Trenton Philadelphia Beach Washington Binghamton Elmira Utica Richfield Springs Wilkes Barre and more. It names departure times 5.16, 8.00, 10.09 a m and 12.55 6.00 p m among others and notes parlor and sleeping coaches on all express trains. Details available from M L Smith District Passenger Agent at the depot.
Train times updated for Erie and Wyoming Valley routes effective Monday May 1 1897. Scranton departures at 6:00 am and 6:00 pm for main and intermediate points with Lake Ariel and local stops listed. additional trains for Lake Ariel and intermediate destinations to follow the usual potas routes.
Anthracite coal powered service with routes to Scranton Philadelphia New York and intermediate towns. Train times include Black Diamond Express and Diamond Express connections via D L& W RR and D H RR with Pullman parlor and lounge cars. Officials: Wilhur Lee Nonnemacher. Scranton office 3 Lackawanna Avenue.
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