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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1901
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR text mentioning individuals such as Mott, George, Tate Thee, and Willen, with scattered references to locales like Bilfale and Veetdale. Includes vague allusions to sports, a season, and a possible school or community gathering, but no coherent narrative or verifiable facts.
Washington reports Postmaster B. Hype Plo says Scranton gains three extra Jetver carriers starting soon. Three named carriers Menard Jr Leonard Henry J Edwards and William B Shepherd are listed. A visit by an agent to confer with Postmaster Ripgte on extending free delivery to Dunmare follows. The borough must finish sidewalk street light and house number requirements before free delivery can start.
The Northup family reunion will be held at the maple grove on the John Newthup farm near Glenburn Station on Saturday August 17. Members are urged to bring baskets and old relics or pictures for display, and Teunw will escort guests to the grounds. By order of arrangements chairman Henry W. Northup.
A notice invites readers to a Good Fellows outing at Harvey's Lake on August 11. Transportation is by steam. See bilis for details.
Customer orders ice cream to beat the heat as Hanley's at 420 Spruce Street offers door to door service. The note urges ordering to stay cool during hot weather conditions.
Houses offered by Trader's Real Estate Co at 124 Washington Ave for sale, rental, or exchange. Principal listing notes available on request.
Democrats and Republicans in a 38 member council welcomed new members after a contested seating dispute. The session, led by President Calpin, approved amendments to street and sewer ordinances and heard debate over issuing bonds and paying for public works.
The council swore in fifteen members, including a Ninth District appointee, as Clerk Lynett read certificates. President Calpin led a ceremonial march while cheers rang out, then committees were formed to consult with Tepmedtor Roche on seating readjustments before business resumed.
The attempt to place the license tax ordinance on the agenda was blocked by some members and postponed to the next regular meeting, not held until Thursday. Supporters pushed for passage while opponents objected to the delay, and the motion failed due to absence of five members at the meeting.
Bauer’s Band will provide concert music from the excursion boat at Ladore next Sunday. The event promises a rich treat as hundreds are expected to visit the resort to enjoy music on the water and other attractions. Trains leave Scranton at 8:60 and Watertown fare from this city 75 cents, children 40 cents.
The Tribune explains it will mail copies during the summer for 12 cents a week and that the subscription address may be changed as often as desired. The paper will be mailed directly and promptly each day, with any complaint to be directed to The Tribune office.
The community is invited to attend the funeral of the late Brother Austin A. Duffy at his residence 105 Jackson Street on Saturday morning. The notice specifies a service at the deceased’s home. Hanley's Pure ice cream ad promotes pure ingredients at 4 Spruce Street.
The notice states the Republican primary election will be held on Monday September 18 between 10 and 11 o clock. Each candidate must provide full name and address of the office they seek, with a fee due to the county clerk by August 27. The Vigilance Committee will govern the matter. Signed by David M. Davis, Secretary.
We announce the removal to 321 N MAIN AVE and a grand opening promotion. Free blue enameled Japanese tea pot given to all purchasers of teas coffees extracts spices and baking powder while supplies last.
Four contestants narrowed the gap to first place as the Tribune continues its educational contest. Enthusiasm surged among participants and supporters as the competition entered its second phase.
The list shows competitors including Wilhelmina Griffin Providence Henry Schwenker South Scranton William Miles Hyde Park and others with scores such as 507 333 272 131 116. The article asks how many will be in Table No 1 on closing day and names several participants from multiple towns.
Mise Griffin leads with momentum in The Tri bune Educational Contest while Henry Schwenker and William Miles tighten the race. Garfield Anderson closes distance and Mere dith shows gains as homestretch nears, with rivals eyeing final rewards and supporters driving effort.
The New York Ontario and Western Railroad offers an excursion on Sunday August 18 from Carbondale at 7 00 pm calling at Park Place and returning, with connections at Scranton. Frequent travelers from New York City and Brooklyn visit Glen Onoke and the Switchback each Sunday. Inquiries to NYO&W ticket agents.
The city and school tax duplicates for year 1901 are ready for collection. A 3 percent penalty applies from Sept 1, plus 1 percent each month until paid. Unpaid taxes after Nov 1 go to delinquent list as required by law. K K Robinson City Treasurer. Also invites to Oriental Tea Palace opening at 141 N Malin Avenue with a free hand some Japanese Teapot. The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Co promotes Pocono Cigars.
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