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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1894
Page
4
We highlight up to the minute fashion styles and early introductions for the retail trade. Prices are quoted with emphasis on value as buyers see the goods first. Our department stores promise elegant, real goods and courteous service without pressuring customers.
The examination of our Dress Materials for Mall is early so licited. The variety of de Sins to choose from is as ex tensive as formerly. The qualities, the finish and the prices are the best.
Miss Jennie Lowry of Scranton visits Miss Celia Higging in Forest City. Rev. A Reynolds will preach both services tomorrow. Fire damages a house on Hudson street. crews from Enterprise and Hillside fought the blaze. Fire threat nears Erie Saw Mill two miles away.
The school board met last evening to review charges by M. W. Donnelly and referred the matter to a committee of Brennan Hines and Abbott. Florence Coal suspended operations yesterday due to water shortage from dry weather. A large crowd greeted Owen D. Jones at Music Hall for Richard III. Crooks detained Thursday remain in custody for several days as inquiries continue.
An unsettled exchange centers on a medical remedy claimed to cure blood eruptions and rheumatism. The dialogue mentions a governor described as athletic despite his infirmities and bounces between gossip and questionable cures.
Archbald residents confront a two week string of disreputable orgies and a Monday Ridge affray blamed on a constable. The piece urges reform, notes suspected liquor law violations, and calls for officers to be relieved if accusations prove true. Obituary and local notices mention Muggie Blake and funeral plans. other town happenings include mine work suspension, visitors from Philadelphia, and a musical event at the Methodist Episcopal church.
Dalton notes list Miss Jonnie Parkton in New York City and Miss Elida Schoonover returning from Binghamton. The Dalton Base Ball club lost to Tunkhannock 25 to 15 and to Benton’s “Mod Pond Peepers” 10 to 3. Several local residents travel, marry, entertain, and attend events in nearby towns.
An advertisement claims Electric Bitters cure liver and kidney diseases improve blood purity and clear skin cases. It promises relief from headaches constipation and indigestion with a money back guarantee. Sold for five cents and one dollar at Matthews Bros. Drug Store.
William Walker was in Scranton Friday evening Frank Finn of Clifford visited HH DeGraw yesterday Mrs W J Bergan was in Carbon dale Friday afternoon Hi G DeGraw was a Scranton visitor yesterday P F Kilker of Poplar street joined Scranton today William Luglin of Scranton visited Hillside Cost and Iron company last evening on his way to Forest City Rank Andrews of Windsor listened to the nonndear at the Delaware and Hudson station yesterday George S Donn Ontario and Western agent at Jermyn station is on the Bick list George Dyer in Wattsling the track while Mr Donn is absent Miss Mamie Borgan is at Lake Ariel on vacation Mr and Mrs D G Williams are en route to England and Wales for two to three months Price Davis is at Herrick Center Hillside Coal and Iron company drilling for coal on the mountain west of our borough
J F Taylor was in Green Ridge yesterday. Jobin Coombs returned from a visit to New York City. Dan Jones resigned as drug clerk at Davis drug store. The Methodist Episcopal church choir rehearses Jeptha. Loyal Knights excursion to Delaware Water Gap. Taylor band and lodge paraded last night to advertise today’s event. Reception committee of the Price library meets Monday to plan for October 2 at Weber's rink. J B Daniels and wife home from Atlantic City. Republican League club was misinformed and did not meet on Thursday night.
Infant of Alt Addison interred at Marey cemetery Friday afternoon. Miss Mama Serfass of Scranton visiting relatives this week. Robert Robinson and Anna Play forth married at the bride’s parents’ home by Samuel Brodhead Jr. Sunday school annual picnic held at the new Methodist church. George Jackson died after a roof fall and was buried at Minooka Catholic cemetery. Richard Howard attended a relative’s funeral in Philadelphia. Tax collector George Kehr to receive taxes at Drake Stewart’s on Tuesday morning. Miss Ina Huchner of West Pittston visiting Miss Deake and others in town. Ina Williams and Harry Russell Jr. married at Stewart Memorial church Wednesday evening. William Faraday injured by roof fall in Ol Forge shaft Thursday. Mrs. R Willis Rees of Rendham visiting John Willis. Will Rees returned from New York State trip.
A ragged pharmaceutical blurb touts P.P.P. as a cure for dyspepsia indigestion and debility. It promotes strength appetite and vitality and calls P.P.P. the king of all medicines with claims of bird purification and universal sale by druggists.
The festival at St Marys was well extended and deemed a success both socially and financially. The water company has a large crew at work on Sonin Min street preparing to extend their main pipes to Lincoln bill. Individuals including Walter Anderson of North Main Street and foreman John F Gilhooley from Avoca Hose Company were noted for attending the Wilks event. Miss Auntie Aikman visited Mr William White in Moosic while an excursion to Furview organized by local church groups drew praise. Miss McMillan of Dunmore supported Miss Fannie.
Local notes report Miss Van Allen of Port Jervis visiting at FEEL Cortright's home. N A Ray of Pittsburgh and sister Myron Simons and daughter Alive return from Carbondale after visiting Fred Brows. Alain Metzger Jr. resumes driving duties for Honesdale Stop Co. Large flagging work seen at Wayne io e and Reif Spattigue buildings. Maple City wheelmen entry blanks list prizes including gold medals, diamond prizes, and silver medals funded by local sponsors. Entries to Paul W Gardner Honeydale Pa. butry blanks a non application.
A string of social notes includes Mrs. A. W. Beandage returning home after visiting relatives at Pittston. Miss Meme Peek and mother visit Scranton friends. Mrs. Coray Jenkins to return from Pittston visit. Miss Bessie Powall visits Ming Julia Kowtell in town. Pittston residents visit family in Wilkes-Barre and beyond. Deacon guests, and local remarks on rheumatic relief with Dr Toomas Eclectric Oil.
Pri die bur and party left yesterday for a week long encampment at Fleatvilly. Mrs Hart Duggan and Laura Duggan of Carbondal visited town. Joe Gilgallon and John McGowan returned from Archbald. Matthew McPherson visited Richmondale. A defective stove pipe caused a fire at John Benton’s Thursday. prompt aid contained the blaze. The Christian Mission will hold services at Smith’s Winsio hall Sunday with J Cooper preaching at 2:50 and 6:00 PM.
W H E comuaker and family left yesterday for Lars Carey in Wyoming for two weeks. Mr and Mrs Marahal Braesa face a rising issue with a bouncing boy. An open air meeting is set in front of the Methodist Episcopal church with Mr Loane addressing the crowd. Henry Trexwell injured at the works shows improvement. Mrs William Switger and Mrs Isaac Howl plan to visit Newton. Mrs Walter Parks of Parsons was the guest of Men Martin. Thomas Martin returned from visiting his brother at Tankhannocl.
Missea Cora and Aunttie Elwarda with brother Daniel visit Isaac Davis in Greenwood for a week. Their father is Chief Edwards of the Kingston fire department. A cave-in threat halted Greenwood mine work yesterday with no injuries. While rescuing neighbors' belongings on Main Street, a thief stole 304 dollars from Tom Murphy's Back Street home.
Hallstead reports Richard Lown of Susquehanna visiting daughter Mrs. C W Munson. Mrs. Charlea Currier returns home after staying with friends in Elmira. P J Koowlin of Pittston calls on town friends. Mrs. Maurice Moore of Genava visits her mother Mrs. Joseph Du ole. Frank Hollon of Peru N Y visits friends in this place. Simeon Sawyer of Candor visits sister Mrs. William Hoover on William Street Burpock BLoop. Barrens taken after eating relief for stomach fullness sold everywhere.
A vintage health column urges August as a period to strengthen nerves and body using Paine’s celery compound. It claims improved digestion, steadier mood, better blood quality, and relief from nervous exhaustion, neuralgia, and debility through enhanced nourishment and appetite.
The funeral of Sherman D. Stevens former proprietor of Stevens' Hon s will be held tomorrow afternoon at 130. Tunkhannock lodge No 204 Knights of Pythias will oversee the services.
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