Langstaff Contest Witnesses Examined Yesterday
The Langstaff election contest proceedings listed witnesses examined yesterday across Scranton districts. Names include Dunmore Henrytrake Finch Baird Reed Blows Bryden LaBar Kenney Bentley Finch Harvey and in Scranton Sixth ward district witnesses Thomas Jones Griffiths Morgan Williams Watkins Davis Jones Samuel Lloyd Davie Wot and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Langstaff
Dunmore—Henrtrake
Weasley Finch
William Baird
John W. Reed
Charles Blows
Willam Bryden
Henry LaBar
Jornie Kenney
Mark Bentley
Albert Finch
Richard Harvey
Scranton
Sixth Ward
Third Diatrict
David Thomias
John J. Jones
Evan Jones
John T. Jones
John Howells
Keneser Griffiths
Moses Morgan
Griffith Williams
Thomas W. Morgan
Change of Pennsylvania Brewing Co to Scranton Location
The Pennsylvania Brewing Company will move its main operations from Wilkes-Barre to Scranton on September 1. The transfer, approved by Wilkes-Barre stockholders, follows the claim that Scranton hosts more breweries in the combine. W G Harding becomes secretary and assistant treasurer. West becomes auditor. Mogers Melody Brinton join as bookkeepers and stenographer. The firm produces about 150000 barrels annually and pays roughly 700000 dollars in federal taxes each year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Brewing Company
Wilkes-Barre
Mears
Wilkes-Barrn
Scranton
W. G. Harding
West
Mogers Melody and Brinton
Back to the City Believed Connell On Way Home
Friends in the city believe Hon A Z Connell is en route home from the Yukon fields after a long absence. He last wrote he would be home by Thanksgiving to his brother in law James Davenport. Connell previously suffered a fever but reportedly did not fully recover. A Stockbridge Georgia pastor, Rev W B Costley, described cholera morbus and credited Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with saving his life. Matthews Bros. advertise the remedy for sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hon
Alexander T. Connell
Hrrondike Fields
Mr. Connell
James Davenport
South Scranton
Bshamokin
W. BG. Costley
Stockbridge
Ellenwood
Bey
Matthews Uros
Smith Targeted as Wanted Man Across Cities
Detective Moir left for Newark with requisition papers to fetch Fred Smith who stole a horn and buggy from Liveryman Belles. A telegram from Newark Chief Hopper says Smith is in custody in North Branch Somerset County for larceny of a horse. Scranton officials claim first claim, while Somerset may contest that Smith should remain held for thirty days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moir
Newark
N. J
Fred Smith
Liveryan Belles
Chief Hopper
Smith
North Branch
Somerset County
Helles
Scranton
Hobling
Government Post Office to Destroy Unneeded Records
A plan approved by the Treasury Secretary authorizes disposing of obsolete papers at the moved government post office and district offices. The Internal Revenue Bureau and Scranton collectors will sell or otherwise dispose of accumulated documents not needed for public business, including a thousand items, to improve space and sanitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Government Post Office Department
Washington
Stepa
Internal Revenue Office
Secretary of the Treasury
Department
Internal Revenue Bureau
Penman
Scranton
Concert at Lake Ariel by Bauer's Band with Varied Program
Bauer's Band performs tomorrow afternoon at Lake Ariel starting 3 pm. The programme includes Belford's Carnival Overture Stradella Teel Flotow Scene from Faust Cornet and Piccolo solos Emersonin Through the Air etc. The program features operatic scenes and marches conducted by Teel Bauchman Voelker and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bauer
Lake Ariel
M.i
Brian Boru
Edwards
Voelker
Demand for West Park plots surpasses expectations
The Old Ovum farm tract now West Park sees strong demand with an on site office open to show interested buyers. Prices and terms are available at the office as owners note a chance for owning a home. The area experiences a steady flow of reform seekers learning about prices and terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Park
Weet Park
Preparatory schools offer broad curricula for both sexes
Hoys prepare for Yale Cornell Harvard Wesleyan Princeton Syracuse and service academies while girls study Hirya Mawr Wellesley Vassar Smith and Baltimore Women’s College. Poiret close business college provides business courses in literature music art elocution with fine dormitories open September 12 1804 contact L L Sprague Kingston Pa for catalogue.
Local Ads Include Bargains at Mahen and Lane Stores
A Scranton area page lists bargains at Mahen’s Shoe Store and Lane’s Wines and Cigars with street addresses. Also offered are refunds on Greene’s Warranted Syrup of Tar and a Bi-cant bottle guarantee to prove satin, with Beecam’s Fills and other local shops mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greene
G. Bone & Hou
Dunmore
Scranton
Convention of Letter Carriers Parade Plans in Scranton
The general committee meets in the Connell building to discuss the labor day parade for the letter carriers convention. Finances, electrical displays, and parade logistics are debated as Scranton plans to showcase an elaborate “Electrical City” event with arches, signs, and lights along Washington avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colonel Ripples
Connell
Phillipa
Lov Mesnelation
Court House Square
New York
Finance Committee
Scranton
Court House
Washington Avenue
Spruce
Linden
Robathan
Board of Trade, Mears, Commonwealth and Connell
Sumter Brothers
Valley House
Association
H. J. Collins
Jonas Long
Lackawanna
Wyoming
Hackus
Ride
Fancy California Peaches and Fresh Vegetables Sale
Local market offers Largs boxes at 1.25 dollars, small baskets 26 cents, fancy Niagara grapes 20 cents a basket, Jenny Lind melons 25 to 50 cents, fancy egg plants five cents, and bargain prices on Jersey sweet potatoes and jumbo watermelons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niagara
Jenny Lind Mellons
McKinley Eyes Parade Review in City Visit Plan
The committee plans to meet again next Friday evening. Secretary Robatlian told a Tribune rep a strong source says President McKinley wants to review the Grand Army of the Republic parade in Philadelphia on September 5 and efforts are underway to bring him here if arrangements allow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robatlian
Tribune
McKinley
Philadelphia
School Board Committee Approves Twelve-Room Replacement
The building committee accepted Architect Fooney’s plans for a twelve-room brick building to replace No 2 school in the Twelfth ward. Aida on single desks were received to replace double desks in several buildings. Bills from the supply committee will be reported favorably at Monday’s meeting. The High and Training committee will hold a meeting this evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Control
Fooney
Twelfth Ward
Aida
High and Training
Satchel and revolver stolen from Peckville deputy
Deputy U S Marshal Clark Lowry reported a satchel containing his revolver handcuffs and clothing stolen from a Peckville to Scranton car. Two Polish suspects Edward Mertchiskt and Michael Vancusik were pursued by Patrolman Peter Haggerty on Cedar and Birch streets and arrested after resisting. Lowry later identified the suspects and his property at the station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Clark Lowry
Peckville
Peter Haggerty
Cedar Avenue
Scranton
Lowry
Peck- Ville
Franklin and
Lackawanna Avenues
Mr. Lowry
Bouth Scranton
John A. Scheuer
Charles Wirth
Tribune
Pelice
Patrolmvin Hagerty
Edward Mertchiskt
Michael Vancusik
Sudden Death at Pittston Man Found Dead in Bed
William Wederlane of Pittston was found dead by his wife Thursday night. Authorities attribute the death to heart disease. He worked at the Moosic powder mill, ate supper, read the paper, and retired. He died shortly before midnight. interment is set for tomorrow in Pittston Odd Fellows' cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Wederlane
Pittston
Odd Fellows
Lawrence Band Concert at Nay Aug Park This Afternoon
The Lawrence band will entertain at Nay Aug Park this afternoon starting at o clock. The program includes El Piloto March, Chambers Overture Light Cavalry Suppe Selection Maritana Wallace Medley A Tickler DeWitt Overture Morning Noon and Night Suppe Selection A Night in Granada Kreutger Grand Entry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Band
Nay Aug Park
Lawrence
Chambers
Light Cavalry
Wallace Medley
DeWitt
Suppe
Granada
Kreutger
Gorton
Sudden Death of Mrs Smith in Austin Heights
Coroner notified of Mrs. Smith age resident of Austin Heights who expired while seated. Autopsy found pneumonia with a blood clot on the left lung. Inquest deemed unnecessary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R Roberts
Austin Heights
Smith
Fifth Sewer District Contract Reassigned in City
The contract for a section of the Fifth Sewer District, previously awarded to Vincent O'Hara, was reassigned to J. R. Fleming. An ordinance appropriates 9300 dollars to fund the project and will be raised by assessment. O'Hara leverages the assessment to finance the contract.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vincent O'Hira
J. R. Fleming
Vincent O'Hara
Excursion Train To Mauch Chunk From Scranton
A special Central Railroad of New Jersey excursion Sunday August 13 runs from Scranton to Mauch Chunk Glen Onoko and the Switchback. Departure 7 45 p m from Scranton station. Round trip fare one dollar. children 75 cents. Smoke the Pocono 6c Cigarette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Railroad of
New Jersey
Scranton
Mauch Chunk
Glen Onako
Seranton
Miss Sweeney Elected Secretary After Board Meeting
At a special board of health meeting Attorney R J Murray resigned as secretary and Miss Nettie Sweeney was elected to replace him. Nominations favored Miss Sweeney and Anthony Bauman with votes split. Sweeney won with three votes to Bauman two.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. J. Murray
Miss Sweeney
Anthony Bauman
Bauman
Board of Health
Nettle Sweeney
George 8. Horn
M. J. Kelly
T. B. Rodham
George BR. Reynolds
Horn
Murray
O'Malley
Dr. Reynolds
Nettie Sweeney
Kelly
Mr. Bauman
Reynolds
Rodham
Fire companies to join October convention celebration
The Phoenix Fire company of Stroudsburg and the Humane Steamer Fire company from Mahanoy City announce full participation in the convention events. Their teams will perform reading and drill contests during the convention week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phoenix Fire Company
Stroudebure
Humane Bteamer Fire Company
Mahanoy City
Harmonious Firemen Meeting Plans Parade and Picnic
The Firemen's Association executive committee met last evening with ex Chief P. F. J. Hickey presiding. Communications from state companies signaled participation in the parade and hare races and drives. The group says the work is up to date and harmony prevails. A picnic is set for Wahler's Grove next Thursday, to be conducted on an elaborate scale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Firemen’s Association
Nial
PF. J. Hickey
Wahler’s Grove
Thorsday
Scranton Business College Notes Highlights
Scranton Business College Notes report two bookkeeper job requests and several students securing positions with the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad company. Fall term starts Monday, Sept 1. Also notes an excursion by Hook and Ladder Company No. 1 to Mountain Park on Tuesday Aug 1 with tickets priced for adults and children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph . Roberts
Zehnder
Nut and Bolt Works
Internal Revenue Office
Harry A. Smith
William C. Shoumans
James Brogan
Ight
Frank M. Teal
Wesley Kellow
Irvin Miller
M. A. Colling Qil
Anna L. Coyne
Edith Black
Delaware, Lackawinna and Western Railroad Company
Hook and Ladder Company
Mountain Park
Law P. Om
Central Railroad
New Jersey
Mahon's Mid-summer Clearing Sale and Excursion Invite
Come early today for Mahon's mid summer clearing sale to avoid crowds in the afternoon and evening. A Providence Citizens' band excursion to Mountain Park departs Jersey Central depot at 11:15 11:20 and 1:20. New telephone rental rates announced to suit all. Zenke's offers sauerkraut and pigs feet at 213 Penn Avenue as the season opens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zenke’s
Penn Ave
Mahon
Lackawanna Avenue
Providence Citizens’ Band
Mountain Park
Jersey Central Depot
Zenke's
Ponn Ave
Home for the Friendlers Fund Appeal Grows
The Home for the Friendlers reports ongoing expenses and large applicant numbers. The Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad has granted access to Binghamton for a date in September on favorable terms, aiding the institution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad Company
Binghamton
Former resident honored by national adjudicator appointment
Prof. Daniel Protheroe of Milwaukee Wisconsin director of the Arion Musical club has been chosen as a member of the board of adjudicators for the national event to be held in Liverpool in September 1900. He is the first American named to the post and will serve alongside Sir Hubert Parry. Friends of Protheroe are pleased by the honor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel Protheroe
Milwaukee
Wis
Arion Musical Club
Liverpool
Protheroe
Hubert Parry
Funeral of Albert Heffron Held at St Peter's Cathedral
The funeral for Albert Heffron was held yesterday from his Penn Avenue home at 9 o'clock with a high mass of requiem at St Peter's Cathedral. Interment followed in the Cathedral cemetery. pallbearers included William Kane, John Higgins, Thomas O'Rourke, Herman Shoff, James Judge, and Michael Bannon. Large attendance noted from his friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Heffron
Penn Avenue
Linden Street
St. Peter's Cathedral
Cathedral
Willian Kane
John Higgins
Thomas O'Rourke
Herman Shoff
James Judge
Michael Bannon
Clearing Sale Refrigerators at Gost
Seven Excellent Refrigerators remain at Gost Clearing Sale. Buyers are urged to arrive early to ensure a unit. The store promises rapid turnover and special prices to satisfy the first seven customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gost
Firemen Send Word From Stroudsburg and Mahanoy City
Secretary Tanonter of the firemen's committee received a communication yesterday from L. J. Brown, secretary, regarding the Phoenix unit from Stroudsburg and the Hu mane crew from Mahanoy City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanonter
Firemen's Committee
L. J. Brown
Unclear Paints Offer Stresses Quality Standards
The speaker rejects inferior oils and white lead, asserting that available paints are worthy of full confidence. Whether produced locally under direct supervision or bought from reputable firms, the paints meet the highest standard. A small quantity covers a sure surface.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Norton's New Books
Churchill
Richard Carvel
Caskoden
Cromwell
Ownby Patterson
Bang
Merriman
Fowler
Sarah Fredericks
Market Place
Whitings
John Bueet
Weyman
Marreden
the Fowler
Dunton
Burnham
West Point
Kipling
Oyle
Verome
Page
Red Rock
Westcott
David Harum
Roosevelt
Rough Rider
Dooley
Sheldon
M. Norton
the Griffin Art CO
Zoo Wyoming Avenue
Lackawanna Dairy CO
A. A. Lindabury
Ofice
Resenes
Tle
Spm
Cannell Building
South
Malin Avenue
Scranton Transfer Co
Hugh J. Keenan
Cheetts’ Haggace
Lacka. Ave
Ackawanna Laundry
B. Warman
Central Brewing Company
Hon, A. Z. Connell
Public Documents
Wyoming Seminary
Clearing Sale
Mahen's
Lane's
Spruce Street
Beecam
General Committee
California
Fifth Sewer District
R. Fleming
Scranton Business College Notes
Clarke Bros
Phoenix
Stroudsburg
Humane
Schank & Spencer
Bell & Skinner
Jermyn Hallding
Maloney Ol
Meridian Street
Matthews Bros
Base
Felton’s, ioPcan Av
Hand & Payne
Square
Washington Ave
Pierce’s Market
Conrad
Wyoming Ave
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