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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1901

Page

5

Republican primary given Sept 28 with candidate filings required

The notice announces a Republican primary to be held Monday September 28 between 4 p m and 6 p m with a convention on September 1 at Wowlock room. It requires each candidate to register full name and address for the desired office and pay a fee to the county chairman by August 10. The committee will govern themselves. David J. Davie, Chairman. E. D W. Felluwa, Secretary.

Ant & Ofelock Wowlock Oom Frathe Vietance Committee David J. Davie E. D W. Felluwa

Notable City Social Ties Highlight Week of Travel and Visits

A sprawling social column lists numerous residents and guests visiting from New York, Rochester, Buffalo, and beyond. It notes travels to and from Meadville, Silver Sands, and promises of upcoming events atSt Marys, Wheeling, and Notre Dame. The piece names Mrs McArwity Anna, Miss Theidy Chee, and many others, outlining greetings, dinners, and plans across multiple towns.

Twrnetta Deanhelle Tridar New York Central McArwity Anna Rochester Buffalo Libs Yrerebeal Joe Wreteuna Cunningham Elmina No Vi Uret Thynamas Vine Meadiewrge Vo Millay Dangarer Eva Sorumet Sig Edwarde Wtay Whew Casey Setterday Aehirs Teg Aif Academie of Mie

Wyoming Seminary Ad Promotes Boarding School Benefits

A large well equipped boarding school offers modern conveniences with certificates accepted by colleges. It features music art and oratory departments and a business course for non college students. Year opens September 11. Catalogue contact L. L. Sprague J. D. Kingston Pa.

L. L. Sprague J. D Kingston

Punch Cigar Remains Leader Among 10c Brands

The Punch cigar maintains its top position as the leading 10c cigar in circulation, remaining the favored choice among everyday smokers amid ongoing market competition.

Opening of the Academy of Music by Southern Stork company

The Academy of Music opened with much fanfare under Southern Stork, led by Mabel Paine. The new owners Messrs Casey received praise for renovations and usher uniforms drew favorable notice. The Little Coquette headlined with Misa Palaceto, supported by a strong company and varied acts. Tonight's bill features Pearl of Savoy.

Academy of Music Southern Stork Company Mabel Paine Casey Duffy Kent Misa Baby Wava John Chlork Sheridan Holmes Palge Sleters Tonleht Pearl of Savoy

Scranton Elects Maid of Honor for Pan-American Mardi Gras

Scranton, bustling with fashion and society, will nominate twelve ladies from Buffalo's elite circles to serve as maid of honor for the Queen of Beauty at the Pan-American Mardi Gras. Voters from newspapers will select the leading contestant who will be entertained during carnival week at Buffalo hotels with an embroidered robe and color palette.

Scranton Buffalo Muffale Outeble

South Scranton to Meet Minooka in Saturday Fight at Athletic Park

A meeting between South Scranton and Minooka reps arranged a Saturday game at Athletic Park. Each team bets $10 plus the gate receipts. South Scranton will field the usual Park lineup with Dewey, Medieh, and Cressin joining, while Minooka is represented by Pruin.

South Scranton Minooka Athletic Park Prubin Huane Burne Board Scranton Reranton Medieh Dewey Minowka Frannm Pek Nailin Jeo Cressin Norristown South Soyanton

Exhibition in Bankruptcy Referee Lines Up 1808 Horserace

Two old newspapers from May 24 1808 presented by AL Van Witmner show a solitary news item about a horse race amid a full page of advertisements. The editorial page features squibs and sharp witted puns reflecting century old humor.

AL van Witmner New York Sun New York Herald Tonic Bixty Stour North Gondren

Conference plans loom for United Mine Workers meeting

President Nichols says a committee may arrange a joint meeting with coal companies and United Mine Workers to draft a formal written agreement. Delegates from districts 1 7 and 4 plus president Mitchell are expected as issues include firings over firemen replacements and periodical inspections. The Hazleton gathering may last several days with six hundred men likely in attendance.

Nichols United Mine Workers Hazleton John Mitchell John T. Dempsey Johw Wilkes-Barre Luzerne Elity Thomas D. Nichols Nanticoke Carda Bellevue and Woodwarde Delaware Lackawanne and Weatern Hallfl and Thomas J. Nichols Trieh No. 1 Joeal Mater Lacka- Wanna Woolward Nive

Change in Age Limit for Post Office Applicants

An order dated July 1 sets the post office applicant age range at 18 to 45 years, with waivers for honorably discharged military or naval personnel wounded or sick. Male clerk or carrier applicants must be 6 feet 4 inches tall and weigh 125 pounds. The note also mentions state and county taxes for 11 due and a duplicate for the seventeenth ward in hand for collection. Kimer BE Kantian, OW Prescott avenue.

Post Office United States Kimer BE Kantian Prescott Avenue

Misses Merrill’s Private School Reopens September 9 1901

The Misses Merril ls Private School at 612 Jefferson Avenue announces reopening for primary and intermediate pupils on Monday September 9 1901.

Misses Merrill Jefferson Avenue

Capital Stock Up. Company Renames to International Text Book

A meeting of Colliery Engineer stockholders at Wyoming avenue offices increased capital stock from 1.5 million to 5 million dollars and voted to rename the company International Text Book. A charter application followed the vote and secretary Stanley P. Allan listed attendees including T. J. Foster, R. J. Foster, E. H. Kawall, J. K. Griffith, and others from Wilkes-Barre and Latrobe.

Wyoming Avenue We Ll International Text Book Company Mines and Mining Journal McCauley Chicago Allen T. J. Foster R. J. Foster Stanley P. Allan E. H. Kawail Wilkes-Barre J. K. Griffith Latrobe W. Ll. Connell George R. Bedford Wilhee-Barre How Dougherty W. le Connell Charles D. Sanderson

Officer Bloch Removed and Flax Appointed to Mounted Duty

Mounted Officer Joseph Binch is removed from the force by Director of Public Safety FF L Vermeer with the change to take effect Saturday night. Harry Flax of Penn avenue is appointed to the vacant mounted officer post, taking effect the same night after a petition accompanied his application. Flax, previously a driver for Scranton Talky, is known in the Sixteenth ward. The director said patrol duties will be assigned and no single officer will hold the mounted berth long term.

Tribune Joseph Binch Flax Wormser

New Hayes Hook and Ladder Truck Housed After Test

The Hayes hook and ladder truck was tested on West Linden street before Director Fr L Wormser and performed well as a water stream issued from the aerial hose. After the test the vehicle was housed in the Hook and Ladder quarters on West Latkawanna avenue. the old truck was covered and stored at a vacant jet behind the Municipal building.

Hayes West Linden Street Fr. L. Wormser West Latkawanna Avenue

Clay Pipe Club Outing Set At Wahler's Grove

The tenth annual Clay Pipe club outing will be held on Thursday at Wahler's grove. The club comprises bureau of engineering members with City Engineer Joseph P L Phillipato as president and his son Frank Phillipe as secretary. Usually at Lake Ariel, this year transportation issues due to Erie and Wyoming road management forced the change.

Clay Pipe Club Wahler’s Grove Bureau of Engineering Joseph PL Phillipato Frank Phillipe Lake Ariel Erie and Wyoming

Taxpayers Snag Amid Tax Deadline Confusion

Anxious residents crowded the city treasurer's office to pay taxes before September 1, unaware the council planned a special meeting to extend the deadline to November. Large corporations and individuals reportedly have not settled yet, preferring a last moment approach.

Common Council Ts

Scranton Business College Opens and Promotes Careers

Opening day is set for Tuesday September 3 with office hours for inquiries. Graduates secure good positions and rapid promotions in office work, with growing demand for bookkeepers and stenographers. Write or call for the new Journal.

Scranton Business College Achonia

Tribune subscription notice for summer mailings

The Tribune offers summer mailing to readers at 12 cents a week with direct daily delivery. Address changes permitted. complaints directed to The Tribune office promptly.

Tribune

Teachers Must Sign Contracts for Next School Term

All teachers are requested to call at the secretary office and sign contracts for the ensuing school term. K K. D. Fellows, Secretary.

Kk. D. Fellows

Furniture Sale At Hotel American Private Auction

All furniture bedding and contents at Hotel American on Franklin avenue to be sold at private sale commencing today by Rittenhender & to.

Hotel American Franklin Avenue Rittenhender & To

Modern Woodmen Plan Excursion to Binghamton on Labor Day

The group announces a trip to Binghamton for Labor Day September 2. Tickets cost 1.25 dollars for adults and 65 cents for children. A promotion for a new 6c cigarette called Kieon is noted.

Binghamton Labor Day

Miss Griffin Gains Daily Lead in Tribune Contest

The Tribune reports Miss Griffin advancing to first place in the educational contest as seven contestants submitted returns yesterday. Kemmerer trails Brunner with Kemmerer close to catching up Brunner.

Miss Griffin Lewis the Tribune Kemmerer

Local Names List for Table No 1 Closing Day

A fragmented roster lists Miss Wilhelmina Griffin Providence Garfield Anderson Carbondale Henry Schwenker South Scranton William Miles Hyde Park Frank Kemmerer Factoryville David C Wimmers Ley Miss Jennie Ward Olyphant Robert Campbell Green Ridge with a string of numbers and dates. The item asks how many will be in Table No 1 on closing day, showing assorted names and numeric entries.

Wilhelmina Griffin Providence Garfield Anderson Carbondale Henry Schwenker South Scranton William Miles Hyde Park Jennie Ward Olyphant Robert Campbell Green Ridge

Ice Cream Prompt Delivery in Heat at Hanleys

Prompt delivery in hot weather helps keep customers cool as shoppers order ice cream. Hanleys at 420 Spruce Street serves frozen treats to beat the heat.

Hanley Spruce Street Hanley’s

Leaders Sign In As Education Contest Enters Final Week

Seven leaders returned today signaling the opening of the last week of the Education Contest. Table 1 shows all but Ray Buckingham and Miss Pedrick. Table 2 sees Frank Kemmerer advance. No position changes aside from Schwenker briefly reclaiming third before Andersen’s 9 points. Meyer Lewis and Miss Griffin gain, with Griffin now the top scorer and Lewis within 41 points of her. Garfield Anderson and Schwenker add points, Miles remains fifth, Elmhurst’s runner is threatened by Miss Meredith, and August Hrunner and Kemmerer remain close, separated by a two month subscription. Only five days left.

Tribune Ray Buckingham Miss Pedrick Frank Kemmerer Schwenker Andersen Meyer Lewis Miss Griffin Lewis Garfield Anderson William Miles Buckingham Elmhurst Miss Meredith August Hrunner

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