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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1901
Page
4
A garbled city notes item lists varied happenings including concerts at The Cathedral and a park event, with mentions of a performance at Nuits and a late night network plan. References to dates, venues, and local figures appear inconsistently, but underscore upcoming entertainments and civic notices.
The notice lists Republican candidates for judge James Wheaton Carpenter, county controller F B Jones, coroner John Bateson and assistant Joan J. Roberts and surveyor George E Stevenson. Polls open September 1 1901 between 4 and 6 pm. precincts will elect a Vigilance Committee.
In response to inquiries, Buck and Whit plan to keep their office open into the evening on Labor Day. They aim to assist clients with any questions or services needed before closing for the holiday.
A clearing sale is announced for Richards and Wirths at 120 Lackawanna Avenue Mahons Bho store 15 Lavkinute ni avenue and Adams Avenue School on September 9. Margaret L Torry serves as principal organizer.
The consecration of Monsignor Garvey as bishop of the Altoona diocese is nearly ready. The ceremony at St Peter's Cathedral on Sunday will be attended by Cardinal Martinelli Archbishop Ryan and six bishops. Details list assistant priest deacons of honor and chaplains from multiple towns with Rev. Charles Kelly as the sermonist and about 500 tickets for invited guests. Gifts include a mitre from a nun sister in San Francisco and a ring from Mrs. Heri of Donmere.
The Lake Ariel butcher was arrested on a charge of stealing jewelry valued around $70. An advertising effort and rewards are noted, with details of the satchel return and subsequent losses. The suspect was held in bail by Alderman Ruddy after a hearing, and officers pursued leads across Lake Ariel and Wilkes-Barre.
Estelle Carlyon formerly of Hilarsy and a public medical teacher wed James Hy Car yen oof Wilker-Harne formerly of the Western Union office. The ceremony was held at the Penn Avenue Hapitat Church by Dr ROOF VY. Plerive with invitations to immediate friends. The couple will reside in Wilkes-Barre after a Sept 1 homecoming from the Pan-American visit and a tour of Canada.
Eight hundred pairs of ladies ruseet leather shoes with up-to-date fastenings offered for sale today Saturday at 8c per pair. Regular prices range from 2.50 to 4.00, with sale prices as low as 2.00. Lestershire Shoe Store located at 05 New Price Street.
The advertisement invites urgent examination of stock at 05 Spruce Street Beeved tag noting previous prices of $1.10 $2.00 and $250. It also promotes a fine ladies shoe at Mahon’s Gate located on Lackawanna Avenue.
F L Brown head of the Bureau of Building Inspection publishes a syllabus of building laws to guide builders. The document outlines foundations, walls, joists, anchors, party walls, materials, and safety standards for new and altered structures. It emphasizes permits, inspections, and adherence to code requirements.
A fragment from a Harris drug store catalog details construction rules for walls and dormers. It prescribes wood and timber placements near party walls and requires four inches of solid mason work between adjoining spaces. It mentions no plating of sheeting beyond party walls and notes dormer windows must be framed with acceptable materials.
A fire insurance official said the 25 percent rate hike will be lifted once the city improves the department. He cited progress including a new hook and ladder truck and a sketch engine, but noted failure to install large red hydrants at Mulberry Linden and Spruce streets delays full compliance and rate reduction.
Willow Cook, a tiny girl, was arrested Thursday night for selling liquors without a teenie at her Mineral Street home. Magistrate Howe released her last night after relatives promised no intoxicants would be kept at the house. police had no direct evidence of sales and noted a recent tapped barrel.
John Callahan and his son Jametulhihin were arrested after Joseph Steinberg accused them of taking sixty cents for an old store and failing to deliver goods. Alder man Hudds set $2 bail for both to appear in court. The incident occurred at a shoe store on Spruce Street in Bengton.
An assortment of dress fabrics listed with prices including cotton plaids at 2c 25c 50c, all wool checks 29c, wool serges 50c, fancy wool plaids 48c, cheviot plaids 1.00, armores worsted serges and coverts in new shades, yard wide granite goods 40 inch, black figured mohair 25c, plus a free assortment of 85c and 1.00 dress goods in short lengths.
Classified page itemizes various hosiery and ribbons with prices. Includes boys and girls hose at 25 cents, Misses Mercerize ribbon, polka dot hi Grenadine stripe ribbon, taffeta ribbon, hair ribbons and velour striped ribbons priced from 10 to 25 cents.
Central Labor Union in Pittston organizes a Lake Lahore excursion with a 100 prize glee club contest featuring the Gwent Club Edwardeville and Anthracites Twytor. Provident John Mitchell of the United Mine Workers to speak with addresses by local leaders. funds raised to aid attendees at the American Federation of Labor convention.
Ferber is sworn in this morning and becomes superintendent of the fire bureau. The new chief, identified as H. Ferber, takes command of the department, with officials noting his appointment and duties.
New appointee New Vaek Chuugs was sworn in yesterday afternoon by Headder Connell and will assume duties this evening at 8 o clock. Ziglemuann, the retiring chief, planned to travel to Buffalo today and arrange with Chief Perrier to transfer duties in the hours before the shift.
Felix Kureky and others connected to the Delaware, Lickiwanna and Western company were arrested on stealing metal from re yards and jailed. Alderman Fuiddy announced a manhunt for junk dealers who bought stolen metal. Some arrestees named buyers and detailed the process they were told to explain when questioned.
Wyoming Seminary advertises a large modern boarding facility with a full catalogue of departments and a preparatory course for students aiming for college. Tuition listed at 400 a year, with the term beginning September 1. catalogue can be obtained by writing L. le Boraque, 1 D., Kingston, Pa.
A three day trip priced at $4 departs Wednesday September 4 from Bowen Wilkes-Barre Honesdale and Orlondale. Passengers may renew three goes by paying ticket agent at Saratenen. Trains leave Wilkes Barre at 4 am and 1 pm with stops to Scranton Carbondale and other points along the route.
Ticket agents of the Lackawanna Railroad offer special round trip fares from unspecified locations to Indianapolis for the Sovereign Grand Lodge event. Sales run September 1 to September 24 with return by September 24. deposits with the Indianapolis joint agent extend return to October. Stopovers allowed, extra charges apply for changes, and age terms indicate reduced rates for 12 to 22 year olds.
At the great clearing sale of Richards and Wirths held on Lackawanna avenue shoppers found reduced prices on a wide range of goods. The event drew steady crowds eager to take advantage of the discounts offered on household items and furniture.
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