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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1897
Page
8
Board of Trade eyeing fabric mills amid Scranton boom
A Scranton board member said the board plans to attract new fabric mills as local plants near completion. With over 4,000 workers already employed in the fabric industry, more mills could be built in the Tenth ward and beyond to balance supply and demand and shield the city from a fabric trade downturn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fornton Fe
Board of Trade
Yeaterday
Scranton
Almet
Trede
Boas
Personal notices and visits across towns and cities
The item lists several people visiting relatives and traveling between cities. It notes Mrs Siren Diamond visiting Tele to see her parents, Johny Hoste working for Livegon satus hh, and Miss Mhagellen Oeste visiting her sister Mire. M. Boles of Isieoity is mentioned as a member of the state taguwck, while John da Goter, a Western View operator, returned to Nie Wome in Wash. Ineton, P08, to take a position with the Western Union company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mhagellen Oeste
Ciemputa
M. Boles
Isieoity
Eheeta
Taguwck
John da Goter
Ineton
Reaper Elliiy
Weatern Union Company
Professors Named to Manage Wilkes-Barre Show
A chaotic incident at a Wilkes-Barre business college led to accusations of late opening after Thanksgiving break. A letter from Professor Wood explained preparations for a new show and the staffing changes, with Professor Smith slated to manage and oversee future college work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkes-Barre
I BE
Weed
Threfly
FB. Wood
Willie Phim
B. Sraith
Diamond City Businesselles
Smith
Tfe
Cnocereini
Audlie
Fire horses tested by city officials on Wyoming Avenue
City officials and fire committees from both councils including Mayor Bailey and Fire Chief Hickory observed tests of two new fire horses, awarded to Cristal and Century companies, by Flormermian Voll. The examination on Wyoming Avenue led to a decision to adjourn for one week without verdict, while Dr. Sitterly reported the horses sound with wind and limb, and the trial period runs thirty days ending December 0.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bailey
Ponanmment
Hickory
Wxaiminet
Cristal Company
Century Company
Flormermian Voll
Noel Zeidler
Rpoeable
Phinushian
Burns
Chivf Hickey
Areeragon
Wyoming Avenue
Olive and
Mullerry Streets
Sitterly
Lim
He Hey
Dee. O
Organ Recital Tonight at Penn Avenue Baptist Church
Mr Evans leads an organ recital at Penn Avenue Baptist Church this evening. The program features American composers and selections including Prelude and Fugue from Bach and works by Warren and Beynon. Tenor Mr Thomas Beynon will perform, with a donation expected at the door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penn Avenue Baptist Church
Evans
Penn Avenue
Amotican
Huck
Athigie
Alsno
Ion Traggie
Arker
Huseel
Wing Miller
Boherana
Tigi Irg
Hoek
Thomas Beynon
Maxeheroil
Mr Burns Quick Pay Idea To Be Reported Tonight
Finance Committee will report an ordinance permitting a limited early payment scheme. The proposal, championed by Mr Burns, aims to speed reimbursements without formal passage by council. The select committee plans to review the measure at tonight’s meeting and forward it for mayoral approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finance Committee
Burne
Billie
Uition
Miner Dies in Babylon Mine Rockfall Incident
Petr Bteviakle was instantly killed Tuesday evening when rocks from a mass toppled in the Babylon mine. Stevickie was a laborer who had just fired the wand and was cleaning the road when the collapse struck, the rock bearing down on his shirt as he worked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petr Bteviakle
Babylon
Stevickie Wos
Professor Miller Recital Tonight at Powell Ware Room
Professor Miller, in the est¢ for ob short time, will give a popular recital at the ware room of L. TL Powell tonight from 7.00 to 8.00. Everyone will be welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Profésor Miller
L. TL Powell @o
Insane man with loaded revolver confronts family at Green Ridge
Frank Snyder, aged man, driven to insanity, seized a loaded revolver and threatened his brother and family at their East Market Street home in Green Ridge. Police and family subdued him, he was taken to the insane ward at the asylum. He carried a pistol and ammunition. a chase and arrest followed after officers intervened.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Snyder
Andreane Tan
Frank Savider
Green Ridge
Joe
Howe
Penn Ave
Louise Soyer
East Market Street
Hove
Aiteile
Yume Snyder
Frank
Conn “Weir
Lewis
Ed Chambers
Snyder
Hhneelf
Messengen
George Jones Wie
Patricin Jone
Foe Wik
Duten
Conrad Savilor
Sader
Conn
Conrad Lowkerl
Conrad Cooly
Conrad
Jonez
May
Ton Sistler
Be Hind
Shewis
Dr. Kelley
Flonesdaly
Maya
Hille
Élow Snyvder
Throop Considers New Tax Statute and Assessment Movements
Throop officials discuss a new statute to adjust rates for license taxes and property assessments. The plan includes funding to aid local farmers and sheep herders, with assessor Ohio Pratt filing returns and questions raised about half payments and commissions amid ongoing deliberations at the town meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohny Pratt
Pepearter
Man Missed Bill Payment Sparks Odd Travel Tale
John Andusicok leaves Plymouth on a Tuesday evening by the Delaware Lackawanna and Western train bound for an unspecified destination described as a cheaper haven. He forgot to pay a butcher’s bill and a curious journey unfolds as he travels, with details murky in the text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Andusicok
CNIS
St Waterot
Andrusick
Plymouth
Ceremony Performed at Bride's Home by Her Uncle
The marriage of Mike Allee to Morgan T. Jones was celebrated at 322 Maple Street yesterday afternoon. Rev J. Sweet officiated. the bride wore brown serge with old rose silk. Guests included Frank and Mrs. Sweet, Charles Sweet and daughter Helen, Mrs. Evelyn Sweet, and many relatives. The couple honeymoon in New York and Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mike Allee
Frank Sweeb
Morgan T. Jones
Pittston Ave
Maple Street
Ray Tectitil
Frank Sweet
Mir
Charles Sweet
Helen
Mis
Evelyn Sweet
Prank
Baldbe Sweet
Vitteton Avenue
Myr
Thorne Miere
Miers J. Water
Nellie Warner
Nellie Denes
Annene
Connelly
Wallace
Meadow Brook
William Connell
Mrs. Jones
New York
Philadelphia
Mrs. Mangan Injured After Church Fall
Mrs. Mangan an elderly parishioner who attended a Dominican Fathers service at Holy Urine Church Bellevue fell as crowds exited. She was assisted from the scene, treated at Ballroad Avenue, then moved to her Third Avenue home in critical condition. She is the mother of Frank Mangan Jr of Lake Want.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominican Fathers
Bellevue
Frank Manean
Tier Chewthy
Mangen
Wee
Third Avenue
Pace Patronage Clears Fraud Suspect at Alderman Court
Nicola Pace was arrested for fraud but released after Alderman Millar learned Pace had long patronized Stoppi and the current charge involved a modest sum of 18 dollars. the Eighth District magistrate discharged the prisoner amid questions over the case and conduct in trials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shakespeare
Aldemmondike
Nicola Pace
Frederick Stapp
Om Triinmore Storeke Suir
Mace
Nan Wheeee
Clifford
Runwing
Huey
Millar
Pace
Stoppi
Magstrate of the Eighth
Closing Lecture Course at Penn Avenue Church
The ekeiog lecture features Mie Massing of the Indian and Dixon addressing the fate of the Indian from the White Man’s entrance to possible extinction. Lecturers illustrated with government negatives and Dr. Diner photos from Dakota to augment the discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ekeiog
Penn Avenue
Hantiet Church
Ur Dixon
Washington
Diner
Dakota
Man Fractured Skull Conscious Moments After Fall
Anthony Jushl, the man named, fractured skull from a fall down a stairway Saturday night. He remained conscious briefly yesterday then was taken to Lackawanna hospital. condition uncertain, with possible nonrecovery outlook. The notice also advertises Wanamaker History books and a History Club sales opportunity in the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anthony Jushl
Lackiwanind
Old Station House To Be Remodelled
Plans call for remodeling the Conte street station house including gas and water lines and a new central police post. The work, supervised by Inspector Not Sa, aims to relieve the burden on business district patrols and relocate duties as more exclusive offenders are handled at the central station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conte Street
Willaims
Huattiing
Notsa
City Hall
Center Street
Millar
Eighth Ward
Lonton
Prevent
Interiny
Great Rug Bargains at Oriental Mugs in U4 Washington
Bargain rug sale highlights half price deals and $12 bargains. Visit Oriental Mugs in Washington for gift options and affordable home decor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Twining Optician at Harris Store on Penn Avenue
A brief note identifies an optician on 125 Penn Avenue within Harris' store. Hours listed as 9 am and pm with unclear abbreviations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twining
Optician
Penn Avenue
Harris
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Kane
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Leckawanta Ave
National Bank Bldg
Elm Park Church
Fae
Drr. Coffin
Missionary Society
M. J. Andrews
Mra. Brovens
Mra. Andrews
Waters
the Hatter
Lackawanna Avenue
Wood
Business College
MR. Evans
MR. Burns
Joxeah Hiutston
Ply- Mouth
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Andrudick
Anrthen
Geerlite
Faye Tileht
Dewerigtom
Pillow
Omma
Piiprivon
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Edinburgh
Throop
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Frank Mangan
Holy Cross Church
Dr. Dixon
Pens Avenue Baptist Church
Jushlis
Wanamaker
Rainganes
Hidpath
the Tribune
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Police Department
Theresa
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Fiasner
Clarke Bros
Bronson & Tallman
Spruce Street
S. C. Snyder
D. D
Spruce St
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Jermyn
Dunn
Raynolds
Weighel
J. W. Guernsey's
Arecrooms
Washington Avenue
Scranton, PA
Sulla
Henry J. Collins, Sr
Money Oil and Manufacturing CO
Oriental Mugs
Jardiniers
Weichel Bros
Metropolitan China Hall
Washington Ave
Meara Building
Grean
Sala
Bell & Skinner, Hote! Jarmyn Hatters
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