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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1901

Page

3

City Notes Pay Pays and Local Events At Mines

The page lists payments and notes from Delaware and Maiden counties with references to mines at So 1 and other local sites. It mentions railway deliveries and a Pennsylvanian route, plus a town view walk featuring Bryne of Onyphant and Crecente of Withee Marre. The week’s changes include Swanton Clearing Hew a provation and assorted listings for Saturday and Sunday activities.

Delaware Maden Linton Wderry Carbondale Ting Denviers Tovke Lodore

Conditions of the steel trade visit by British commission

Enech diame and a British delegation led by Mr James traveled to the United States to study American steel production. The commission, part of the British Trades Association, will visit Philadelphia Pittsburgh Chicago and other sites to compare practices and costs with English methods. They report a favorable view of American efficiency and pay, noting stronger mechanical advantages and electricity use.

Enech Diame Mirminghim Englnd Nis Seth Chiffithe Spring Street North Beranton Danee Teaves Tron ‘Teidos Association James Great Britain United Kingdom Arew Ciieat Britain Gitober 1 Commission U.S Deane Provident Ebeneser Marke Partie Nent Frem Kirmingham Jones Tribune Southwark Philadelphia South Bethelem Johnstown Vyoutagetown Cleveland Chicago Pitteburg

British commission surveys American steel industry

The British Iron Trades association plans a commission visit to the United States to study steel production and the evolving world market. They note wage and living cost differences and predict Americans will retain a strong share until other nations gain similar mechanical advantages.

Hnghand Spain Meiehirg Tri Brigland America Nmaninieth Steel Trust Heling James United States Newo Ot Dominion Canada Mritteh Iron Trades Association United Kingdom

End of Big Contest Set for Formal Dismissal

Convene at Wovelock for midsummer session to issue an order disposing of Langcraff-Kelly Cleotian magies waste. Parties agree to end proceedings by consent of court with probable cause finding for contest disqualification of a voter, saving costs and avoiding lengthy hearings. Also expected is a tax collector case hearing and various judge’s opinions to be issued shortly.

Wovelock Tribune Sax Cate Cworge W. Jenkins Towneye Howard Bongfur Valuiehan Conrad Sehpoeder Ridge Scranton J. B. Sturges Braeforyville Abington Minet Detord Silliman, Jr Boranton Old Forge Counehmen Counellian M. Flow General Munacer &. EE

New Trains in Use on Lackawanna Route

The Lackawanna Pete received new trains from Buffalo yesterday afternoon for the Pan American crowds. The limited express trains Now 8 and 2 match express times and relieve congestion, offering handsome equipment and better travel both directions. Tourists praised the schedule, noting more travel opportunities and convenient stops along the line.

Lackawanna Pete Buffalo Tourlete

Tragic double murder suicide shocks Scranton home

Edwin J. Davie, 34, shot his wife Agnes 24 at their 410 North Bromley avenue residence then killed himself. Both had a five year marriage marked by frequent quarrels. Autopsies confirmed multiple gunshot wounds. a coroner will hear an inquest as neighbors recall the couple’s strained life.

Edwin J. Davie Agnes North Bromey Avenue Davis

Woman Attempts Poison Suicide After Domestic Dispute

Mrs Jacob Smith of 742 Adams Ave attempted suicide with Paris Green and nearly killed her year old infant. Neighbors found both in danger after she drank poison following a quarrel with her husband who allegedly beat her with a horsewhip. Dr George Merriman treated mother and child. police questioned Mr Smith.

Jacob Smith Adams Avchue Oviock Patia Ereen George Merriman Neorgenat Ridgeway Hu

Is It the Same Whitney in New York Gambler Case

Fragmentary OCR notes discuss a Whitney figure connected to a New York gambler case. Mentions Bob Whitmer Drnest Burgdert and a police inquiry context. Confusing text cites a physician, a council, and a printed Jesterlay reference amid unclear narrative.

New York Bob Whitmer HLA Whittiew Vejcotie Harrie Efi Witlines

Circulars for Buck & Whitmore Pa

Local notice invites readers to write or call for circulars from Buck & Whitmore based in Cranton Pennsylvania. The ad emphasizes job opportunities and contributions related to reliable information and quality materials.

Local youth found shot dead near Moscow town

Leo Langreth a 19 year old laborer from Maple Lake was found on a rock beside the Lackawanna and Western railroad line near Moscow with a revolver in hand. He apparently shot himself after returning from his father’s farm, death deemed self-inflicted by the coroner’s jury. The revolver belonged to his father. The Langreth family previously lived on Prescott Avenue.

Leo Langreth Maple Lake Moscow Western Bee Burke Brow Aquar Porithia Justier Mile Loman Ceroner Brown Lamoreaux Hid T Schenk Walter van Nrunt John Gonsales James Hathwell Charles van Gorder Henry Brown Langreth Prescott Avenue

Train No 710 Delayed by Landslide Between Danville and Catawisan

Train No 710 on the Bloomsburg division of the Delaware Lackawanna and Western railroad was delayed two hours fifty minutes Saturday night due to a landslide at Roaring Creek water tank between Danville and Catawisan. Earth and cobbris covered twenty five feet of track to a tenth of a mile. No injuries reported. a short time of work restored the track after nearly three hours.

Bloomsburg

Newsboys Strike Sparks Price Fight Over Sunday Papers

The Newsboys union held a Saturday meeting and declared a strike against New York Sunday papers. Some boys sold despite unrest, buying from Lackawanna News Co at four and a half cents while others demanded higher prices. Officials say clashes occurred between President Duffy and others amid turmoil in the union.

Wnlow New York Lackawoanna News Company Metropolitan W. A. Curtis News Company Tribune the Keys Handleuwe Duffy

Big Day at Nay Aug Park Draws City Crowd

Superintendent Thomas H. Phillips reported about 12,000 visitors at Nay Aug Park yesterday as crowds filled the grounds. The article notes park improvements planned, bond funds, animal housing, and ongoing construction to enhance the grounds amid a lively display of zoo animals and a humorous monkey and bear duo entertaining guests.

Thomas HH. Phillips Nay Aug Park Tribune Wis Jeli Department of Public Works Avie Key Park Arthur Avenue Vine Olive Streets Holgerton Phillips Bilevard Roche Steeia Conneil Park Frank Bostock Nate Mr. Bostork Andy Tin Menogene Tim Wormser

Death of John B. Reilly Former Scranton Resident

John B. Reilly, once a Scranton resident, was fatally injured Wednesday at South Orange No 1 and died Saturday. His body will be brought to the city tonight for burial. A native of Boston, he came here years ago to work for the Western Union Telegraph company, later transferring to South Orange to oversee maintenance of lines between Newark and Orange. He was injured while cutting tree limbs blocking the wires.

John BK. Reilly South Orange Kelly Baston Uroon Telegraph Company Romeelle Oranges Newark

Death of McReilly Prominent Scranton Figure

McReilly, longtime resident of the ela, died Saturday after injuries from a fall. A former Younrk Men's Institute and St Pauls Pioneer Corps member, he married Mies Annes Gilroy and leaves four children: Margaret, Mary, Agnes and Joann. The funeral mass will be at St Patrick's Church West Scranton with burial in the local cemetery.

Orange Ela Mc Reilly Younrk Men's Institute St Pauls Pioneer Corps Mies Annes Gilroy Weert Scranton Joann Ploh Gilray St. Patrick's Church Scranton

Garvey Announces New Diocese Concration Date

Cardinal Martinelli will preside at the consecration of the Hew ATO Herre as bishop of the newly created diocese. Masses at St John’s Church are set for September 5 with priests from the Scranton and Altoona dioceses to attend. Official boundary documents will be revealed today and priests to join the diocese will be notified this week.

St. John's Piiteten Veetenday Mornhie Garvey St. Peter's Catherel Boren Martinelli Scranton Wand Alton Offeril Meotrignor Garvey

Funeral of William Murphy Held at St Peters Cathedral

The funeral of the late William Murphy was held on Saturday morning from St Peters cathedral. Hundreds attended as the body was laid to rest in the cathedral cemetery after a solemn service. Pallbearers named include C. Mosuvihy, John M Volliam, Hugh Walker, Neil McTague, Thomas Morris and J. A. Bhowley.

Wiliam Murphy St. Peters Cathedral Romaine Cohmtery Charge Mos ‘Uvihy John MM Volliam Hugh Walker Neil Mo‘Tague Thomas Morris J. 4. Bhowley

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