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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1899
Page
3
A misread lyric item describes a music single titled They Call My Darling Jane and notes a rapid sale with over 500 copies sold in a week. The garbled text hints at a chorus and a loving description of an oil miner's girl named Jane and the singer's affection.
Laborers at OCU Street depot receive pay updates as city workers face delays. John Fowles and Jameson amid PIMile positions see resignations. A minor fire sparks at Spencer rolling mill. no injuries reported. Palestine society marks Kinkelt ancient order with planned communiques and committee changes. Wilkes Burns discusses current district work, with ongoing Palos Tie operations and general committee activity.
Controtler Howell presents dispute over two weeks of mayor Hickey’s salary between Kier Vighey’s departure and Kier Walker’s term. The city auditor’s committee and the mayor’s office confirm Hickey was not entitled to the pay, while questions remain which official is correct. The hearing concerns warrant for Aelinge Chief Suy- Hhim and the role of the solicitor menintey.
Themas van and Willen Sapte of OFC Peorge were brought before Alderman Howe for disturbance at Jermyn mine. They allegedly abused a driver Thorman iurley and, the next day outside the mine, intimidated workers causing a day’s work to halt. Each was held in 3000 bail for appearance.
A notice from the Republican County Committee of Lackawanna County announces a meeting at the Perle Building Berwick, Pa to set the date for the annual primary election. The notice requires thirty days advance publication and attendance of all committee members by order of Chairman Willard, with secretary J B Watkins authenticating.
The State Convention of the Junior Order United American Mechanics meets September 19 to 22 in Scranton with over eight hundred delegates expected. Local arrangements include headquarters at Motel Jermyn, concerts, park entertainment at Nay Ave, and evening excursions to Lake Ariel. Delegates from Scranton and Taylor seek national position. organizers urge press and public cooperation.
A large prizes contest in Scranton and surrounding area features many sponsors. First prizes include a watch charm from Rexford & Co and a set of books from The Lewler, with numerous other awards such as hats, canes, bicycles, and cigars from local firms. The sports events are open to all with free entry, and details are via secretary T. A. Gerbig, Beranton, Pa.
The circular records T. W. Lee of the Lackawanna lines appointing a news advertising agent to manage newspaper timetables and general advertising. The agent will oversee advertising activities and coordinate with a central work bureau for mutual benefit.
The national banks roll of honor shows Scranton's First National Bank leading in capital and surplus among banks in Pennsylvania and ranking high nationwide. Chemical National Bank and First National Bank of New York are top two in surplus, with Pittsburghs Farmers Deposit and Paris Texas First National following. New York Chemical National reports 60 million capital and 6.776 million undistributed profits. Scranton records 200 thousand capital and 1.608 million surplus, signaling near 8 percent advance in year end profits.
The will of Mary Moore of Scranton Pennsylvania proven yesterday leaves $1000 to Mary Jane McNally in memory of her faithfulness and kindness. It provides $1100 to the Home for the Indigent Women and Children of Scranton and the remainder to her two daughters Mary Moore and Mary A. Knapp. Executors are Mary A. Knapp and Henry A. Knapp with powers to sell and reinvest.
John M Gallagher posted bail of Sh000 Partiek 4 with Walsh as security. Bridget Murtagh case cited an application for a commission to probe her condition. Myre Pauline Schener jury reports no divorce from Henry Scheuer amid injury notes. The Scheuer and Hall divorce report was misrepresented. petition alleges cruelty and barbarous conduct.
William Crandall, associate editor of City Government, travels to inspect departments for articles. He cites a low police rate of one officer per 10,000 residents, compares Wiltes-Pirre and Wat Alto, and laments no paid fire department in the city.
Over one thousand delegates are expected as the 1900 state firemen’s convention plans center on a strong contest for state president between Samuel D. Smith of Norristown and George J. Steemier of Luzerne county. Cities New Castle Danville Harrisburg contend for the next meeting site with Reading officials eyeing leadership roles and committees hard at work.
A midwestern board reports fourteen new infant illness deaths last week linked to infectious diseases. Diphtheria causes three deaths, scarlet fever two, typhoid one, and whooping cough one. Fifteen new disease cases added to the toll, including diphtheria and scarlet fever, highlighting a severe health crisis among infants.
Albert Hendertmon of 144 Albright AVMs was charged by the constable with drunken and disorderly conduct and domestic abuse against his wife. A hearing before Alderman Mowe resulted in a fine, though the alderman doubted the severity of the act and suggested a harsher consequence for the appearance in court.
Carey survived at home as Allen's parents confirmed the identity of the deceased boy. Fifteen year old Allen resided with his family on Exeter Street Wet Piteton and left on a fishing trip along the Sua Quehiana river Monday. An engineer's report states Allen attempted to cross the track in front of a Black Diamond train but was struck. Coroner Roberts held an inquiry into the case.
Company DD of the new Thirteenth regiment announced the non commissioned officers chosen by Captain Foote last evening. First sergeant Robert M. Wallaer, sergeant Tra G. Murphys, third sergeant Lone J. Day, fourth sergeant Thomas Russell, quartermaster sergeant Bara H. Ripple, corporals Hiphard Kelley Joseph Chary Willam Jennings Charles Adame John Hitchcock Charies Rows Truman Burda and William FL Meyers.
John R. Farr closed negotiations with Lackawanna Co for the purchase of fifty five acres on North Main avenue between Cemetery and Dorothy streets. The land lies west of the hill near Hyde Park and will be opened for building lots. The price was about seventy one thousand dollars. The plot includes the site of a school currently leased from the company. The terrain slopes gently to the north and west, making it a desirable site.
Patrick Kane and Me Thomas Rich of Jermyn and others who were convicted of selling adulterated food before Alderman Millar appeared and paid fines of £59. J. D. Stocker & Son’s case was dismissed after a decision was received. A warrant was issued for Williamson & Wathivee wholesale producer Wilhoe-Baorre from whom Kane says he bought the adulterated cream of tartar.
Bids submitted to the board of control by Secretary Fellows cover pads, envelopes, colored and white crayons, erasers, pencils, and cabinets from multiple vendors. Total amounts range with Dixon brands appearing frequently. bids will go to the supply committee for review and a final award report is expected.
Frank Mangan proprietor of Aian ean's bowl at 202 Lackawanna avenue was arrested by Potetive Moly on a complaint by Chief Robling for maintaining a gambling device on his premises. The machine was confiscated and Mangan ordered to appear before Aldermen Millar at 4 o'clock in the morning. Chief of Police Robling led the prosecution.
The youth killed by the Black Diamond express on the Lehigh Valley line at Ranetom was Bernon Aven of Were Pittaten. By Monday night the body was identified as Benjamin Carey of Lackawanna, with yesterday mourns reported.
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