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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1896
Page
7
Front of the new No. 10 school on Fairview Avenue draws public interest as residents notice the raised word Public appears as Pubiie with the U misread. Confusion about a correction prompts talk of demolition but the spelling is correct and the design reflects an old style with a modern glyph.
The funeral for James Carpenter, killed Thursday at the Central mine, was held Saturday from the family home on Hampton Street and burial followed at Washburn Street Cemetery. Mrs Mary Lote’s funeral occurred Friday with interment at Washburn Street. Margaret J. Davis died Saturday at her sister’s home in Taylor and will be buried at Washburn Street Cemetery this afternoon. She was born in Glamorganshire, Wales, and lived in Taylor for thirteen years. survivors include David E. Davis, Evan J. Davis, Mrs Edward E. Davis, and Mrs W. O. Thoms.
The Misses Margaret McCormack and BL Madhaw with Winnie Haggerty return from a day at Harvey's Lake. Mrs. John T Watkins comes home from Europe where her husband studies in London. A child of Mr and Mrs John Cawley is buried in Hyde Park Catholic cemetery. Bessie Jones, seven months, of Cor-...
Henrietta M Masters sued 610 C Bresser seeking appointment of a receiver to run the drug store at Cedar avenue and Hickory street. Hearing was set for Saturday but continued to next Saturday at the request of both parties. Judge Archbald postponed the hearing.
A dated notice offers a London list of 850 promoters with addresses who have secured over 100 million pounds in foreign investments in six years and 18 million pounds in seven months of 1895. Subscribers pay £5 for access and may receive introductions to promoters. The item cites industries and loans and briefly mentions Pillsbury Flour mills capacity.
A publisher offers a complete handbook of public political information edited by Lawrence F. Prescott. The work aims to inform voters about party doctrines and the reasons for policy differences including Gold, Silver, Tariff, and Free Trade. It is presented to anyone purchasing a men’s suit.
Rev J A Moffitt announced that Saturday’s parish picnic raised 4480 with 100 from Michael Hand of Scranton Brewing. Net proceeds near 900 after 200 in expenses, added to the St John’s building fund. High mass resumes next Sunday and the parochial school opens tomorrow morning.
Miss Guesie Pinkney returns from a two months visit with friends in Chicago and Milwaukee. Miss Grace Hines guests Miss Lulu Masters. Abram Morris attends a funeral in Lehighton. Dressmaking shops opened by Misses Brady and Drunning on Cherry Street. Various residents seen at Port Forty, Olyphant, and Mead Street. Fire at J Brogan shop. flames reported at 2 15. Holy Communion at St Mark's Church on Wednesday. Rev F Gibbons returns from vacation.
Rome reports that the Brazilian government promises active steps to punish those who recently insulted the Italian flag and to protect Italians in Brazil from further attacks.
New York market activity rose with prices higher on the week amid expectations of easier money next week as European gold inflows persist. London engagements of 1,000 gold to ship to New York push totals toward 14 million with a 20 million target seen early next week. Speculation closes strong with gains and higher net changes. Agricultural and livestock notes cover grains and provisions with mixed activity. stockyard summaries show cattle, hogs, and lambs trading firm to steady amid varying demand.
A young man William McAn drew of Birch avenue was taken to Hillside farm Saturday by Lieutenant Spellman and Patrolman Saltry. Mary Brown was committed to jail for drunkenness after a fine by Alderman Fidler. A mare meeting will discuss boycotting saloon keepers due to alleged overreach by certain ward leaders. Willan KR Owens of Brick avenue and Miss Ligazie Davie of Wayne avenue are at Gravel Pond. Mrs. William Hartshorn convalesces. T J Owens returns from Beach Lake after a summer. Trilby dancing class meets Friday in O Malley’s Hall as the season opens.
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