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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1899
Page
3
Readable fragments describe pensions granted and renewed, excursions for workers, a new flag for a tour, a visit to proposed sites, and various ordinances approved. Mentions include Mrs Leereie BR Arnel of Scranton, Ams PS Hollie of Avon, and C. Febabewell.
William R B Call dies at Oxford NT Saturday at 2 PM aged TA Tellis member of Grilinport MM Grand Army of the Republic and prominent Odd Fellow. He was a Mexican War veteran and figure in Lacks wanns county history. Survived by wife and daughters Ramin Bolu Mary and son Eugene. Mary Topo dies at 12 Alder Street. survived by husband and two sons. Funeral from Bt Pete's cathedral at 9 AM the Cathedral cemetery interment. Sveareold daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Moennig dies at 9 AM funeral at Intermont Cathedral cemetery.
Johns Mathias of Pulaski Kentucky reports relief after suffering a week from flux. His physician failed to help before trying Chamberlain's remedy which he says cured him from half a bottle. For sale by all druggists. Matthews Bros. wholesale and retail agents. Smoke the Hotel Jermyn Cigar 10¢.
Armit Thomas of Wil Ham street and Michael Leonard of West Market street were badly hurt in a runaway on the Himhurat boulevard yesterday afternoon. The carriage toppled after a collision near the speedway, Leonard suffered a broken arm and numerous severe bruises while Thomas endured a severe scalp wound and multiple scratches. The wrecked cart was almost a complete ruin.
Four men were relieved of money at Nay Aug park yesterday. William Paes of 1028 West Lackawanna Avenue reported losing 110. Three other men also reported pocketbook thefts at the park, one losing 74 dollars.
Large scale boycott spreads as labor dispute widens. Street labels name the eight cited merchants with skull graphics, while secretary Lowdly releases a public statement listing firms tied to the strike and noting more names may be added as the dispute continues.
The Rev. George P. Eckman of New York preached at Rim Park Church, condemning emotional religiosity and urging ceaseless activity and consecration to duty. He warned against imitators and theorists, stressing practical faith, public usefulness, and the ceaseless work God requires. Dawn services announced Rev. Dr. Cowthias will speak next Sunday.
Reverend H A Grant of the Howard Place African Methodist Church preached to a large crowd at the Pellegrove bush meeting in Waverly. He questioned whether the world is growing better citing Morace Mann and optimistic beliefs versus pessimists, urging faith in divine guidance.
The speaker argues the moral and physical worlds move forward, not downward, and that humans are born with both good and evil. Despite crime in some periods, humanity generally trends toward better living. Each person should observe influences, choose betterment, and ask how to improve the world and help others.
Attorney R J Murray resigns as secretary of the Wealth Board amid controversy over a dismissed assistant. A meeting is set for next Friday to consider the resignation as members dispute the handling of office affairs and governance.
W H Moore of St Louis to visit to promote good roads. Ex street commissioner A R B Dunning, secretary of the National Road parliament, has received a letter from Moore stating the visit will occur soon as he tours several states for the Interstate Good Reads and Public Improvement Association. The note mentions the Joy Maker cigar.
A disorderly incident at Centre Street station house in early morning hours leads to use of confinement cells for incorrigibles. Officers and residents describe a scene with a trio of men, loud chromatic scales and a plan to seek funds for soundproofing cells to curb disturbances in the future.
Mayor Moly has directed that organ grinders and street piano men conclude their nightly entertainment by 10 o'clock. The move follows complaints from central city residents about plumbers being disturbed on Saturday night. Chief Rob Ung and the central city patrols enforced the order, clearing the avenues of the musicians.
Deputy Sheriff Poerber sold a hotel scene on Penn Avenue on Saturday under an eviction by Michael Dinner. The license to sell liquor is alleged to be invalid and the case will be contested.
Mrs La Wade Barten and daughters spend August at Tweeda Real. Sunday guests include Mrs Kiley Barner and daughter, Mrs A A Wienschenk of New York City, Mr and Mrs John Hughes and Loretta Clark of Feranton, Mr Leo Boyle of Troy N Y, Mr and Miss Ackerly and Mr Alexander of Lake Keowanee, and Miss Zerileigh of Beranton shore.
The undersigned offer a refund for a 6 cent bottle of Greenes Warranted Syrup of Tar that failed to cure a cough or cold. They also guarantee a 6 cent hoio to be paid if not refunded. G. Bone Son of Dunmore PA and John Cranton PA sign the notice.
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