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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1898
Page
7
The Carbondale correspondence of The Tribune is now handled by Mr. C. R. Munn at Salem avenue and Church street for news items. Complaints about irregular delivery should be directed to Roberts & Reynolds, news agents.
A large mine cavern opened on Pike street last night around o'clock, covering about 400 square feet with surface settling eight feet. A rumbling was heard and nearby houses trembled like an earthquake. North of the White Bridge, it crosses the street between two fences. Street Superintendent Killeen barricaded the hole with lamps. the street department repairs the road.
An open air concert by the Mozart band airs tomorrow evening from the balcony of the American House. The program includes March Uncle Sam Overture From Dawn Til Twilight An African Two Step On the Levee Waltz Chenter America Alumni March Overture Colospal Wizard of the Nile Herbert March The Citizen Boliler Taylor America.
A vintage health note promotes Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription to strengthen a pregnant woman during expectancy. It claims the tonic wards off weakness, eases labor, and yields a strong baby, citing Mrs Nannie Taylor as testimonial and urging readers to request the Medical Association’s free Sense Medical Adviser.
At the Bridgett home on Carte Avenue Miss Margaret O Connell is a guest of Scranton friends P A Kennedy entertained P F Fine and Ed Scranton yesterday.
Names of residents visiting relatives and friends, and trips toJamestown New York Scranton Long Branch and New York City. Notable mentions include Miss Lily Jenkins Miss Pearl Tackman Miss Lily Passmore Mrs E H Grunslade Mrs M M Penny Rev C S Fessenden and families visiting relatives in Jermyn Carbondale Luzerne Crystal Lake and Malin Street.
A Taylor borough slate lists delegates by ward for the Third legislative district convention to be held in Dalton today. Local activities include an outing to Lily Lake, a Stewart Memorial church event, and multiple social and political notices.
Mr. Fred Bumford and cousin from Wilkes-Barre visited Mr. and Mrs. Goyne. Mrs. Thomas Vannan of Carbondale visited the Warne family. F A Peck attended the Kiser family reunion at Rivertown yesterday. Nellie Peck leaves today for Salem. Anna Harrison of Montdale and Ida Dean of Newark are visiting the Warne home. Blue Ridge Accidental fund invites a Lanesboro outing next Thursday. Julia Brong has been vying.
Bargains from Monday carry over while quantities last with more items likely to be added throughout the week. Earlier list highlighted low prices and value, and shoppers can find them today or tomorrow as new deals appear.
A ministeric scene unfolds as Frank recounts testing the minister's focus with repeated questions about his sister. The dialogue shifts from neutral concern to a grim confession and a shock at the minister's distraction before the officer excuses himself, returning to his papers.
Residents and visitors from South River Hawley Meshoppen and Scranton are listed with visits at Elmhurst Oak Terrace Scranton and West Scranton. A Baptist Ladies Aid meet Thursday afternoon with a dime social and church fund events are announced with cake coffee and ice cream.
The article notes eyes dominate face to face talk and greetings. It discusses why people focus on eyes over lips and how eye contact acts as a truth gauge, especially for deaf individuals. It considers cultural habits and the eye as a window to inner thoughts versus spoken words.
A brief item from the St Louis Republic notes ex senator Ransom, once minister to Mexico, visited a house recently and spoke about his experiences in Mexico in a somber, reflective mood.
A list of Wednesday specials includes Pears soap at 9 cents, black hose at 8 cents, Cambric 9 cents, white flannel 9 cents, unbleached muslin 9 cents, prints at 9 cents, binding 0 cents, shoe polish 9 cents, novels for 9 cents, various crackers 0 or 9 cents, canned meats 9 cents, canned vegetables 9 cents, baking powder 9 cents, laundry soap four bars for 9 cents, clothes pins ten dozen, enamel dipper, assorted pots, washing bowls, pudding pans, carpet tacks, fine china plates, and table glassware at reduced prices.
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