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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1894
Page
8
We present the latest styles to the retail trade with care to avoid dissatisfaction. Prices are modest. customers see goods before quoting prices. Each department holds a reserve of style and we offer 10 sleepy imitation for patron age while stressing fine goods at low prices. Our clerks and buying system serve you without pressuring purchases.
The notice advertises fall dress goods with early examination urged. It highlights extensive variety in designs, quality finishes, and competitive prices aligned with prior seasons.
Principal highlights a commercial course program at Stone Academy in Facorv Ville Pa. The school offers typewriting and shop work to prepare students for graduation and job readiness.
Mise Nettle McDonall of Binghamton left for home after a visit here with Miss Nellie Galligher of the plage. Miss Mattie Pickering of Peckville was in town guest of friends Saturday. Mrs John Ferguson spent Sunday with sister Mrs Miller of Archibald Mills. Cowly of Delaware Street visits cousin Lizzie Blewitt of Pittston. Join Matthews spends a few days in Minersville. Rose Batesford of Scranton visits Mrs Hammond on Denmore Street. Lawn social at Harper’s lawn tonight invites all. William Collins and family of Syracuse visiting relatives on Dunmore Street. A saving will be held in the Congregational church tomorrow evening. John McNulty of Archibald Citizen called on friends Saturday. Annie Proberta visits her sister in Kingston. Breunocx Dhoon Lirrens taken after eating will relieve stomach heaviness. Syld everywhere.
Honesdale report describes a Friday night parade on Tenth Street led by Captain Juline Moll and Lieutenant Captain Dr. C R B Brady. The event featured Lady cyclists and unattached riders with crowds lining the streets before a lantern parade planned for Friday August 11.
Claiming to cure liver and kidney diseases and purify blood Electric Bitters is advertised as removing pimples boils and skin issues and driving malaria from the system. The ad guarantees satisfaction or money refunded with a 6 cent to 1 dollar price range at Matthews Bros. Drug Store.
A political speech critique urges replacing the misrepresented Twelfth District incumbent with Morgan B Williams. The address, delivered by FA Fuller, praises straight popular representation and condemns a corporate friendly judiciary and senate, calling for a veteran Republican trusted by labor and capital alike.
A Pittston local column condemns the borough council for excessive tax money use, criticizing adverting costs and paving decisions. It questions paving choices asphalt vs brick, urges public input on funding, and hints at possible legal action if council delays. The piece notes community figures and local events amid the controversy.
Dr William Peters and James F Dunnelly of Philadelphia stay a few days Mrs 3 EH Newhart of Scranton visits Mrs Frank barber on Main Street Miss Emma Crees of Bethlehem is in town as guest of Mrs J L Rhodes Mrs Baldwin of Montclair and Mise Swerney of Jeravy City stay with Mrs Lizzie Bunnel for August Mayor Peterbaugh of Bist Stroudsburg and wife Miss Edna Peterbaugh and Dr Ho Bowd recently returned from Atlantic City Miss May and Kate Powell of Scranton are guests of KR Powell and wife of McDonnell retreat Peter Paul of Aabley enjoys time with relatives here.
Last Thursday evening Mr and Mrs W W Adair returned from choir practice at the Railroad Young Men's Christian Association to find their home filled with friends who had gained entry unseen. Rev Davis made brief remarks preventing the secretary and big wife from further interruption.
A large crowd gathered for a ten mile race from Fallbrook Street to Crystal Lake and back. Patrick Brennan led most of the way finishing first in 1 hour 14 minutes, with Flannery, Cardin, Crane, and McNulty close behind. A $60 purse was awarded. Brennan won $50 and the second received $10.
Minooka residents and visitors mingle as Miss Alice Donstive travels from Rhode Island to visit Miss Besete Crane. Local races heat up with a 75 yard sprint for $25 a ride won by Will Murray over Joe Jennings, and a 100 yard race set for this evening at Greenway ball park between Mike Mangan and Joe McDonough for $25 a side. A lively week includes social rides to Lily Lake and a quiet pay night with no drinks or fights, while several locals visit friends in nearby towns.
Wy om ing Miss Grace Heav visits her cousin Miss Maquis Switzer while Kerry Kelly suffers severe burns at the shovel works. J A Hutchins Co suspends coal works for an indefinite period. Several residents, including Miss Miguie Jenkins and Mr and Mrs Alvin Robinson, spend Sundays with relatives. Scranton resident J L L Francese visits town for a spell of calling and selling.
Local readers ask where Hines was during the tariff bill debate as the county Democrats seek answers. The fragment hints at political maneuvering and accountability questions amid tariff discussions.
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