Fur Time Bargains
Old Boreas signals fur time and comfort needs as cold weather nears. The notice recalls a months long focus on fur items and a prior October deal with a needy manufacturer amid a money pinch.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1896
Page
1
Capes Offered at Rock Bottom Prices as Fur Season Ends
The dealer advertises 150 capes available in a limited sale aimed at winter buyers. It notes winter weather is settled in and that the manufacturer funded only a temporary gap, prompting the rock bottom bargain pricing before February fur season close.
Lot One Selected French Cooney Capes
Carefully matched skins full length and sweep best linings finishing Actual values range from 10.00 to 12.00 and we may add that in this lot will be found serviceable and well appearing garments as money can buy unless you care to go to very fine and high priced furs Price for Choice 5.90
Fine capes offer style at bargain price
Fine electric and wool seal capes with matched skins described as the finest garments. Full length capes priced for Choice at 24.90, reflecting value between 35.00 and 40.00.
Lot Three Fur Capes Offered at Discount Prices
Extra selected first quality electric and wool seal capes described as superb garments made in high furrier style. Each cape valued at 45.00 to 50.00 dollars. choice price offered at 29.90 dollars.
Havana in State of Confusion Brims With Cuban Hope
News from Havana reports confusion as Weyler departs with Maceo and Gomez. Cubans in New York note bankers offering funds to Gomez and Maceo, while Spanish efforts fail to curb insurgent communications and Havana commerce stalls amid war. Texas Cowboys in Maceo’s cavalry praised for endurance and aggression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva Weyler
Gomez
Macecoe
Texas
Macco
New York
Ward Line
Havana
General Weyler
Maceo
Mexico
Cubiune
Weyler
Epten
Splea
I Maceo
Texas Cowboys
Austin Aguero
Pinar del Rio
Augero
Rubi Hills
Txas
Ranger Corps
Rio Grande
Mateo
Spain
Swindlers in the Toils in Pottsville Mail Frauds
Postoffice investigators arrest Charles Rubinsky of Shenandoah and Hugh J. Gorman for illegal mail use. They and associates long charged with defrauding merchants in Philadelphia Chicago New York and Boston of goods worth thousands. Firms listed include Conrad Herrg Catawisska Bernard Wilson Lykens Harry Miller Berwick and others. Rubinsky bailed for December 10 hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pottsville
Charles Rubinsky
Rubinsky& Freedman
Shenandoah
United States
Meyers
Hugh J. Gorman
Philadelphia
Harry
Charles
Abe Yarrowsky
Chicago
New York
Boston
Conrad Herr@g
Catawisca
Bernard Wilson
Lykens
Harry Miller
Berwick
John 11. Schmidt
Bloomsburg
Charles Sherman
Nanticoke
Bernard Waener
Danville
Kubinsky
Senators Carter and Wolcott Stop at Waldorf Hotel
United States Senator Wolcott of Colorado and Senator Carter of Montana stop at the Waldorf hotel in New York en route to Washington. Wolcott declines to discuss tariff or financial questions while Carter says it would be unwise to pass the Dingley bill and would prefer an extra session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
United States
Wolcott
Colorado
Carter
Montana
Waldorf Hotel
Washington
West
President elect may shape cabinet with Pacific coast emphasis
He predicts Congress will tackle tariff questions and expects a substitute for the Dingley bill, though believing the Dingley bill is dead. He notes a cabinet appointment to honor the Pacific coast, with Bliss of New York and Payne of Wisconsin as favored candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Ole
Pacific Coast
Bliss
New York
Payne
Wisconsin
Civil engineer Amasa Fly ends life amid trial stress
Amasa Fly, a 45 year old civil engineer living at 3128 North Fifteenth Street, Philadelphia, shot himself at his home. He died at a hospital shortly after admission. Authorities suspect temporary insanity linked to the ongoing Filbert Porter Co. versus city case over a Queen Lane reservoir balance. Fly had testified recently as the engineer in charge for the city during the reservoir construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Amasa Fly
North Fifteenth Street
Filbert, Porter & Co
Queenlane
Ely
Hurricanes Coming Threatens Atlantic Coasts
The forecast notes a rapidly falling barometer along the Carolina and Virginia coasts as a storm of great energy centers east of Hatteras. Warmer in the northwest, heavy snow in the South Atlantic states, and potential snow and dangerous northeast winds along the Middle Atlantic and South New England coasts. Forecasters warn of threatening weather for Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey with possible coastal snow and gale conditions. Forecast also indicates storm center near Wilmington moving north with heavy snow probable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Carolina
Virginia
Hattera
Atlantic
South Atlantic
Middle Atlantic
New England
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Philadelphia
Wilmington
Snow blankets the South with record depths
Snow fell across several Southern cities on December 2 slowing transit and paralyzing lines. Atlanta reports six inches by noon with ice hazards, while Suffolk records seven inches and drifting snow delaying trains. Petersburg Richmond and Charlotte also report five to ten inches and widespread delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Suffolk
Petersburg
Dee
Richmond
Virginia
Charlotte
N. C
Tragic Chicago House Fire Smothers Four Children
In Chicago on December 2 four children aged in the playroom at 1216 Fifty third avenue were smothered by fire as they hid in clothing piles. Their mother Mrs Mary Barth left to fetch coal and locked the door, while the children in the dining room ignited clothing with matches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Fifty-third Avenue
Mary Barth
Divorce ruling voids 1891 New Jersey law
Justice Barkalow issues the Court of Errors and Appeals opinion declaring the 1891 divorce law unconstitutional. The decision holds that a limited divorce with restricted property rights under specific moral scruples violates both state and federal constitutional spirit in the Middleton vs Middleton case from Camden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenton
N. J
Justice Barkalow
Court of Errors and Appeals
United States
Middleton
Date set for monetary reform convention in Indianapolis
Indianapolis Ind Dec 1 The local executive committee arranging the monetary reform convention met in Judge Martindale's office for a general consultation. The date of the convention was fixed for Tuesday Jan 12 and preparations were outlined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ind
Martindale
Voorhees Leaves Terre Haute as Health Improves
Terre Haute Indiana December 2 Senator Voorhees departed for Washington in improved health and spirits. He has received and likely will accept an offer from the Southern Lyceum Bureau for a series of lectures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre Haute
Ind
Voorhees
Washington
Southern Lyceum Bureau
Dr Jameson Released From Hallway Hall Ambulatory Transport
Dr Jameson was taken by ambulance from Hallway Hall at 2 PM and conveyed to a private sanatorium in a London suburb for treatment. The transfer followed today’s medical procedure or incident in the capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Jameson
London
Jameson
Sharkey Wins Controversial Heavyweight Bout With Fitzsimmons
In San Francisco at Mechanics Pavilion Tom Sharkey defeats Bob Fitzsimmons by knockout after a disputed foul call in a brutal 7 round struggle. Referee Earp officiated amid protests from Fitzsimmons camp and Sharkey supporters as the crowd asserted the decision favored Sharkey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earp
Sharkey
Fitzsimmons
Bob
San Francisco
Julian
Mr. Earp
Lynch
Nan
Groom
Fitzzimmons
Riot at New Trenton Reservoir Sparks Shootings
In Trenton on December 2 a riot at the new reservoir site left two men shot, one severely. A crowd seeking work clashed as Salvator, an Italian, fired into the crowd wounding a man in the side and a man in the arm. Salvator was arrested as Sheriff Ashmore prepared to swear in deputies to quell further violence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Earp
Fitzsimmons
Sharkey
Tom
Sherkey
Bob
Thie
Hob
Sharker
Lord Hick
Fitz
Trenton
Lawton
Salvator
William Lennox
Ashmore
Situation in Manila reported critical by German cruiser
The German cruiser Arcona at Manila telegraphed on November 28 that the situation in Manila Cavite and surrounding areas was critical. The dispatch said Spanish authorities were defending Cavite and Manila while rebels were daily expected to attack those towns and preparations for defence were under way.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Arcona
Manilla
Philppine Islands
Critcal
Cavite
Manila
Fire at Blenheim Palace in Oxford England
A Woodstock dispatch reports a blaze at Blenheim Palace in Oxford. Initial word says flames were spotted in a salon and later reports say the fire was confined to the roof.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blenheim Palace
Oxford
Eng
Woodstock
Palace of
Blenheim
Newark rider challenges world in Madison Square Garden mile race
Saratoga N J December report states Charles Madfiedd of Newark in training for a short distance professional race set for Madison Square Garden during the Week Beginning December 7. He issues an open challenge to ride any man a mile unpaced from opposite sides of the track, to be ridden in Mlothkon Square warden during the international races week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saratoga
N. J
Charles Madfiedd
Newark
Madison Square Garden
Tolay
Mlothkon Square
Real estate dealer Aday convicted of fraud in Columbus
Aday, a real estate dealer and builder, was convicted in Columbus today of obtaining money under false pretenses. He secured a loan on mortgage property while concealing prior liens. The sentence ranges from one to five years in prison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coumbus
A. C. Aday
Falee
Thortrages
Weather Forecast Says Severe Storms May Hit Region
Storm warnings extend across Chippewa County as forecasters predict heavy rainfall and potential flooding. Officials urge residents to monitor updates and prepare emergency supplies amid shifting wind patterns and rising river levels.
Cabinet boom from the Pacific reaches Canton
Canton sees a Pacific slope cabinet boom with talk of James A. Waymire as secretary of agriculture. J W Babcock and Hanna on education campaign across the Dakotas Wyoming Kansas Nebraska for two to three years. Facilities for inauguration plans discussed with McKinley aides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dakotas
Wyoming
Kansas
Nebraska
Hanna Mas
Canton
Pacific Slope
James A. Waymire
San Francisco
Waymire
J. W. Babcock
Republican Congressional Committee
Major McKinley
Hanna
Clarkson
Grand Army of the Republic
Llenry W. Kine
Pennsylvania
A. L. Conger
Akron
Washington
Chippewa Falls Flood Worsens with Near Million Loss
The Chippewa Falls Wisconsin flood deepens as water rises hourly. Loss already nears a million dollars with fifty business structures abandoned and residents evacuating to safety. Two hundred teams move merchandise while streets flood. dynamite brought in to break the ice gorge but city remains in danger as river climbs. Durand reports relief as its river falls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chippewa Falls
Wis
Spring Street
Durand
Trial Begins for Ex Assemblyman Vacheron in Bribery Case
Albany Dec 2 The trial of ex Assemblyman Eugene F Vacheron from Queens County Third district on a bribery indictment began today in the county court. Defense demurrer overruled. The session will focus on jury drawing with Vacheron and several legislators present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
Eugene F. Vacheron
Queens County
Vacheron
Prominent Oklahoma Lawyer Committed to Norman Asylum
Juthrie Oklahoma Pec 2. V dce W T Cundiff a leading territory lawyer has been committed to the Norman Insane asylum. He has become crazed over politics and supports WD Bryan for congress. Ten days ago he returned from Nebraska where he campaigned for the silver candidate. His condition is dangerous.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juthrie
O. T
W. T. Cundiff
Norman
Cundiff
WD. Bryan
Congress
Nebraska
New Cable Linking New York and Cape Haitian Telgraph Line
The Postal Telegraph Cable Company announces a new United States and Haiti Telegraph Cable between New York and Cape Haitian. The joint line offers reduced rates to West Indies and South American ports by from ten to sixty six percent, effective December 2 in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Postal Telégraph Cable Company
United States
New York City
Cape Jaguan
Republic of Harti
Postal Telegraph Company
West Indies
South America
Lafayette picks Hinebart captain in unanimous vote
Easton Pa Dec 2 At an election for captain of the Lafayette football team next year Ch Hinebart right guard was chosen unanimously. Lafayette's team next year will be practically the same as this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Easton
Lafayette
Hell
Hinebart
Weather Forecast for Middle States and Cape Hatteras Cyclone
In the Middle states today cloudy with slight temperature changes. Snow likely near coasts as northeasterly to northerly winds brisk to high, dangerous seas from the cyclone off Cape Hatteras moving north. Friday colder with gales possible, snow on coasts, then clearing in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Middle States
Cape Hatteras
This Week's Clothing Bargains Offer 50c Goods and More
This notice lists 16 pieces 40 inch all wool tweeds in greys and browns priced at 25c. 10 pieces 8 inch silk and wool mix fabrics at 1c. 12 pieces all wool brules and patterns at 35c wide. Includes changeable glace satinings 4 inch wide at 25c. Also 8 pieces silk and wool plaids at special low prices. Early buyers get benefits on small lots and dress patterns offered at reduced rates.
Leading French Zinc Enamel Paints and Pure Colors
An advertisement listing insulating and finishing products including French zinc enamel paints, Reynolds pure colors, Reynolds wood finish, Crockett preservative, ready mixed tinted gloss paints, and strictly pure linseed oil with guaranteed quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reynolds
Crockett
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Eter
Vail
Guanadacoa
Los Palacios
Mesquizo
Postoffice Department
Senator Carter
Hatteras
Atlantic Coast
Tom Sharkey
Peter Jackson
Jim Corbett
California Athletic Club
Mechanics’ Pavilion
We Baldwin Hotel
United Associated Presses
Martin Julian
Jack Stenzeler
Hicker
Ju- Han
Corbett
Father Time
Fite
Fits
Sob
Pita
Ensy
Agar
Fitz Pot
Fital tim @one
New Trenton
Manila Daily
Hadfield
Chippewa Falla
Pate of
Pedrone
Jive Foreign New Wall Street Review and Markets
Luryen
Pacific
Babcock
Chippewa
MR. Vacheron
Facon Jory
Bryanite
Bayt
Tieratch
Finley
Lackawanna Avenue
Wyoming Ave
Spruce Street
W. J. Weichel
Spruice
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