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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1896
Page
1
Thoughtful buyers turn to practical gifts that please the eye and comfort the recipient in days ahead. They are urged to call and inspect a range of fine handkerchiefs, ostrich boas, pocketbooks, purses, evening fans, toilet sets, garters, bric-a-brac, and more.
Value examples include Lauries all linen Hematitehed or Scalloped Borders handkerchiefs. Fine goods especially for the holiday trade. Prices range from 25c to $2.00.
Reading department announces ladies' linen handkerchiefs with 1 to 4 inch hems and 1 to 2 inch hems priced from 12 to 50 cents. Stocks available in assorted sizes and styles for immediate purchase.
A sale offers Real Duchesse and Point Lace Handkerchiefs described as superb bits of daintiness, priced at $1.00 with a selection allowance up to 15.00. The advertisement targets women seeking affordable elegant accessories.
Advertisement notes lengths from 15 to 244 inches offered for women’s outdoor wear with prices ranging from 2.25 to 17.00, highlighting a seasonal sale.
A catalog of leather selections lists Heal Seal Skins, Morocco, Ligard, Snake, Monkey, Alligator and otter varieties with options in sterning silver or plain mounts. Some pieces carry subtle art touches, aiming for tasteful prettiness.
A newspaper note extols Empire fans in China silk and hand painting, priced from 60 cents to 3 dollars for fancy pieces. Ostrich feather fans surge in popularity, offered in white cream pink and blue with delicate shading, priced from 1.25 to 3.00.
A catalog note describes three nieces vanity boxes in white metal celluloid porcelain and hard rubber with brush and mirror and blue accents. Sets priced from 1.35 to 2.75 dollars, preferred by taste for season finishes and chores.
Attractive advertisement promoting all silk garters in varied shades with sterling silver buckles. Describes the product as exceedingly stylish and priced from 25 to 75 cents, with a further note of an unlimited line and multiple styles.
President Cleveland's annual message to Congress discusses the Cuban insurgency, Spain's response, and the U S interest in Cuba. It notes turmoil in the Caribbean, the danger to American investments, and a cautious stance favoring diplomacy over intervention amid calls for protective actions. The message also outlines the situation in Asiatic Turkey.
Washington and Canton reports describe varied reactions to President Cleveland’s message read in Congress. Republicans and Democrats praise or critique its Cuba stance and tariff references, while Speaker Reed deems the tone calmer and more acceptable than a year ago.
A fragment notes that there is no functioning Cuban government to recognize and suggests Congress should await executive action and recommendations before acting on Cuba. The text reflects cautious legislative stance rather than immediate recognition.
The Sun and The Tribune mock President Cleveland's final message to Congress as Cuba policy and domestic finance are debated. Critics say the Cuban stance and economic plans reveal a self serving tone, while colleagues warn of party fracture and monetary agitation.
Washington dispatch notes the 2nd session opening with the president's annual message read without special fanfare except for sections on Armenian outrages and the Cuban revolution. The message spans 18 printed pages, took 1 hour 50 minutes to read, and prompted Senate adjournment. Stokes sworn in from South Carolina 7th district, pensions bill moved to calendar, ex Speaker Crisp dies prompting a memorial adjournment.
The secretary of state asserts insurgents control vast western and eastern Cuban shores while lacking a centralized government. Spanish authorities maintain cities and ports, conduct regular commerce, and direct naval actions from the capital, with insurgents conducting mobile strikes and sustaining their campaign despite ongoing contributions from Cuba and Spain.
Wilkes Barre Pa December 7 the execution of Abram Eckert will occur tomorrow morning at Luzerne county prison around 9 o clock. The condemned man has faced executive clemency appeals but the governor's secretary telegram confirms no further interference. His wife children brother and sister spent the afternoon with him as he bid them not to cry saying while there is life there is hope and tomorrow morning.
In a reported belated update from New York, Hale reached 23 miles by midnight in a 24 hour race. Moore posted 40 seconds reading while Perce and Taylor posted other times as challengers. Reading retired after 65 miles, with Hale maintaining a leading pace toward the first prize as rivals faltered.
Weather today shows partly cloudy skies and cooler temperatures. Local notes reference President Cleveland and Mr. Olney on Cuban affairs, with deaths and confirmations amid routine civic items and market briefings.
Washington reports Venezuela has accepted the arbitration agreed by Secretaries Olney and Pauncefote. Minister Andrade at Caracas sent a cablegram to Olney confirming acceptance of the memorandum between the United States and Great Britain, with publication planned at Caracas and an extraordinary session of the Venezuelan Congress to enact the treaty. The text varies slightly from the public version.
Arrivals out include Werk endam to Rotterdam Dec 4 Zaundam to Amsterdam Dec 6 Columbia to Gibraltar Dec 6 Perera to Hamburg Dec 6 Store of Nebraska at Moville Georgia at Copenhagen Baited for New York Munchen from Bremerhaven Ema from Naples Slehted Teutonic from New York for Queenstown and Liverpool passed Kinsale.
New York weather forecast reports today partly cloudy skies across the Middle States with light to fresh northeasterly and easterly winds and minimal temperature changes. Rain expected in southwestern districts, followed by a Wednesday outlook of partly cloudy skies, fresh southeasterly to northeasterly winds, nearly stationary temperatures, and local rain along the coast.
This week features 16 pieces 40 inch all wool tweeds in Keys and Browns at 25c, 10 pieces 38 inch su ker and wool mix at 19c, 16 pieces changeable glace suttings 4 inches wide at 25c, 2 pieces all wool saltings in jacquard effects at 35c, plus 8 pieces silk and wool plaids at 35c. Low prices on dress patterns and other fabrics lure early shoppers.
Local store copy touts "Always Busy" and "Shoes, Sensible Presents" with a promise of every department complete and extended hours in the evenings to serve customers after standard hours.
Advertises 14K ladies watches with Elgin movements for twenty dollars. States price matches other dealers offering gold filled watches. Includes brand and pricing details.
Diamonds firm announces a 20 percent price reduction to undercut rivals. The notice states the stock is being priced lower than other dealers to attract buyers.
A catalog listing diverse coatings and finishes including Atlantic Lead, French Zinc, enamel paints, carriage paints, Reynolds pure colors, Reynolds wood finish, Crockett preservative, ready mixed tinted glass paints, strictly pure linseed oil and guaranteed products.
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