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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1898
Page
5
John T. Coughlin of the Department of State testifies the Crown Catarrh Powder relieved long standing catarrh and hay fever. The ad claims permanent cure with a 60 cent price and 15 cent sample mail order option from a Washington D C address.
The Wiskee-Barre Record can be bought in Scranton at Bella man Bros newsstands. Locations include 404 Spruce Street and 4 Linden Street.
Descendants of Samuel Callender prepare for a Clifford reunion in Susquehanna County on Friday. Officers include President J Callender and Vice President John T Howe with a detailed program of hymns addresses and reminiscences. The piece recalls the original Callender as a Revolutionary soldier. Also notes on John S Blair turning ninety six with a New York Journal feature and St Thomas College faculty listings ending with clerical appointments.
The text notes Brother Candidian, late president of the college, transferred to Immaculate Conception in Baltimore due to health. He is replaced by Brother F. Andrew in the same role, alongside Brother Oswald F. 8. C. and several assistant professors if needed.
Many residents list travels and returns from trips to Asbury Park, Boston, Atlantic City, New York, Philadelphia, Elmhurst, Capoose avenue, Gimli NY, Lake Wiitola, Ocean Park Maine, and Mt. Pocono. Names include Gallagher, Ruth Frits, Sinders, Grattan, Woolner Jr, Nellie Brown, Elizabeth Keely, Warren, Bhryer, Mary Mason, Rachel Powell, William Evans, Gates, Detrick, Polhamus, Coones, Father Davis, Miller, Rocha, Hagledan, Hosecikle, Moxwikle, Julia Root, Fannie Moore, Hollendack, Hopewell, and others in Scranton area. YWCA chaperone noted as Miss Docream.
Chief Hickey announced a three day outing for the Century hose company from October 1 with a special train to Lebanon for the state convention and a visit to Allentown. Delegations from local hose companies will join, and New York’s A W Schneider prepared the souvenir program. Lebanon plans extensive entertainment and aims to bid for the next convention in Scranton.
The Eppstein habeas corpus case was paused as Judge Gunster, after a Harrisburg telegram reference, postponed the hearing until extradition papers are acted on. Chief Gurrell produced the telegram from Illinois governor seeking requisition, while Vidaver held a countertelegram. Bail remains in effect. City Solicitor Walsh represents the police.
The new catalogue from the State Normal School at Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, arrives with many views of buildings and campus. It lists four teacher training courses, two music courses, and a strong preparatory collegiate program. Fall term opens September 12. request the catalogue free from J P Welbh Principal.
The Scranton Rowing Association winds down after 24 years of social and sporting activity. Once a lively hub with minstrel shows and dances, it faced dwindling interest, moving from Lackawanna Avenue to Wyoming Avenue and finally 410 Spruce Street before selling its furniture and fading from the scene.
Masked intruders bound and gagged Night Watchman Brennan at the Dickson City brewery and forced open the safe taking about 800 in cash diamonds and valuables totaling 1000. Brennan could identify none of the men and the crew left after drinking beer, leaving no clue to their identities.
The Associated Press dispatch from Pittsburgh misstated Bellman & Co. of Throop as filing bankruptcy. The petition was filed personally by H. W. Bellman and concerns only him, not the firm. The case marks the first use of the new bankruptcy law in Lackawanna County and may prompt commissioner appointment, with George C. Yocums discussed as a possible appointee.
A street car runaway on Mulberry street hill narrowly avoided disaster last evening at 6 15. A Petersburg car failed brakes on Monroe avenue and barreled down the hill. The Laurel Hill car moving up Madison avenue cleared the crossing as the runaway sped by taking its fender. The car derailed at Jefferson avenue curve and halted after ripping ruts in the new paving. Only one passenger, a woman, was aboard and the conductor restrained her until the car stopped.
Patrick McLane son of John McLane of Fifth Avenue is at Long Island College Hospital. He enlisted in the regular United States Infantry at the outbreak of the war.
Mrs Elizabeth Lewis, a renowned dancing teacher, announces all classes open beginning October 1. The schedule outlines beginner and advanced sessions with emphasis on grace, technique, and performance readiness for students of varying ages.
Scranton welterweight Jim Judge stops ex-champion Tom Williams in 62 seconds after a ferocious exchange. Williams, bleeding and dazed, falls to the canvas twice as Judge's sharp counters and hard hooks overwhelm the Australian in a swift finish before about 600 spectators. Williams seeks a rematch. Judge warns he is ready to fight any welterweight in the world.
Thomas McDermott, a bottler, was arraigned before Alderman Leates in South Scranton last night for taking bottles. The brief filing outlines the charge and the initial court appearance.
The stance of Mrs A W Schroeder and Lewis Morse and Sons charged Mc Dermott with taking bottles belonging to these firms and using them. Prosecutors did not deem to send the matter to court and, upon Mc Dermott promising not to continue the practice, the case was withdrawn.
Corporal Thomas F. Messett, a Santiago campaign veteran and one of Scranton's heroes, visits his home at the corner of Irving Avenue and River Street. He has six years in the regular army with Company C, Second U S Infantry, served in Montana, re enlisted for three years after his term expired in Cuba, took part in the Santiago campaign, aided the Rough Riders, and carried San Juan Hill, escaping bullets and fever.
Public letters published with the author’s name to accompany publication under Tribune policy. Opinions reflect individual views and are not endorsed by the newspaper.
Editor of The Tribone reports that a stove was obtained after advertising for one. Mr Stipp will prepare the kitchen and have the stove ready to install. Dr Y Mulley and A B Warman each sent $5 for park shelter. Subscriptions should be sent to newspaper offices in Scranton Pa dated August 21.
The Scranton Rowing association announces a public sale of furniture carpets pictures billiard and pool tables kitchen furniture carpets rugs piano and related property on Wednesday Aug 34 at 7 30 p m Cash terms. The club rooms at 410 Spruce Street second third and fourth floors open daily 2 6 p m for inspection inviting buyers. By order of Hoard of Manager.
A compact ad proclaims a roofing material as “more desirable than tin” and “less expensive.” It boasts sun and frost resistance and claims to be the only perfect roofing, with price details available on application.
Heptasoph organizers announce a Friday August 26 excursion to Harvey's Lake for adults one dollar and children sixty five cents. Proceeds support group activities and local projects.
Unclear text notes unusually good buys in summer wear with mentions of neckwear prices and accessories. Indicates discounts but specifics are fragmentary and names are not fully readable.
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