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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1901
Page
3
Health officials warn that decayed vegetable matter in streams after heavy rain has tainted Scranton water. Boil and treat water as precaution while samples undergo bacteriological testing. reservoir conditions improve gradually and officials promise prompt return to normal.
Coroner Robberts opened an inquest in the grand jury room concerning William May of the Delta ware Lackawanna and Western engineer who died after being caught between the engine and wear in Clark's Summit yard on the 22nd. Witnesses described May leaning out to view a hot pin, with others noting marks on the engine and that May may have been outside the cab.
Superintendent Roebling and Detective Lone Day arrested three suspects for breaking into Bernhard's jewelry store on Locking Avenue. George Alexander, Mark Wallace, and Henry Lee were taken into custody with watches recovered in Nanticoke and Wilkes-Barre pawn shops. Alexander confessed the plan and helped identify Wallace and Lee. a hearing is set for the morning.
Rennie H. Throop of this city took second prize in the pony turn-out contest at the eleventh annual baby parade at Asbury Park New Jersey. Eugene La Bar of Scranton won fourth prize in the go cart contest amid six hundred children aged six to twelve. Grace Crawford of New York appeared as Queen Titinia while Frank Appleby of the city council served as escort to the royal figure.
The report lists a series of local events and notices including a city test near Wet Langwaitie Asem, a band concert at Bleyele chu stand, and a Holland hotel gathering. It mentions names like Mr. aere T. Viv and Mise Margaret Mo Smith and references to various individuals and places across the community.
On Friday Saturday and Monday patrons receive an OPPortunity to buy dry goods at sale prices. Gorda jira leftovers from spring and summer trade. Money will be returned if every article is not as represented. Come and sue. as Mears & Hagen.
Special low round trip fares offered to Cleveland Ohio via Lehigh Valley Railroad for the G A R National Encampment. Tickets valid September 1st inclusive with return by an unspecified date. Consult Lehigh Valley ticket agents for full particulars.
Manager Southard plans a busy slate for his team with games in Pottsville on Tuesday and Wednesday and a weekend clash at Athletic Park in Carbondale. Carbondale features Dan Hodgins from St Thomas and a strong batting lineup led by Cuff Murray Harris and Mimmett Bollen.
The fourth Peters Cart ridge trophy test at Scranton Gun Club featured a machine trap called Magautrap with electric pull release. Top shooters included TEdh Cullen and Weethike, with Davenport and crew from the University of Pennsylvania returning from Philadelphia.
Peter Kangen of Scranton and Dan Kervin of last vents show strong hitting in the New York State league while two players named Davie, Lefty and Harry Davis, surge for standout performance with Pittsburgh and Philadelphia respectively. Wahoo Sam Crawford leads the National League with thirteen homers as pitching prospects shine across the American and National leagues. A Russian count visiting the United States discusses purchases for the war effort with Elwood Smith.
A horseman named Wiskee was offered charge of the stables at St Petersbire with a $10,000 annual salary and ten percent of winnings. He had not accepted. The Journal notes John L. Campbell of Brooklyn received the same offer.
Central Labor Union and all affiliated unions urge Scranton merchants to close on a specified September 2 National and State holiday. The appeal invites organized labor members and employees to join a mass demonstration and accompany the holiday observance with a store closure to honor the event.
A signed message from the Central Labor Union of Scranton and Vicinity urges reciprocity for those who have respected their wishes, reflecting solidarity and mutual support within the local labor community.
The International Correspondence School of Scranton plans to apply for a charter from the governor on September 12. Directors T J Foster J Foster BE H Lawall J K Griffith W L Connell T H Watkins Stanley P Allen Thomas Fisher and David Cottle seek the charter to prevent a Chicago man from forcing a buyout. The Scranton group is expected to obtain the charter, ending delays tied to an outgrowth of the Colliery En-.
Fragments mention a engineering company a chartered institution and the need of a charter was never felt leaving readers uncertain about context or outcome.
Catalog style notice shows lace ribbons muslin underwear Corsets and garments with prices. Mentions sewing machine Royal Tooth Powder Colgate perfumes and various discounted items. Garment prices range from a few cents to a dollar, with notes on shop worn items.
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