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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1899
Page
2
Details from Berunton Pa show discussions of proposed moves by the Delaware and Hudson Company. Reports describe extensive traffic, labor notes from breaker boys at Taylor Colliery, and Lehigh Valley seeking more time to equip cars amid ongoing industrial activity.
Archbald Citizen reports persistent talk that the Delaware and Hudson may build a round-house on land near the foot of Placer. Scranton officials deny knowledge of the plan, while a more credible rumor suggests a possible track connection to the abandoned gravity line and the breaker line, potentially shortening the route to Honesville, though no official confirmation yet.
The Port Jervis yard experiences record freight volumes with over 1000 loaded cars daily bound east. Erie Railway handles about 3500 cars daily on the Rawley branch for the Pennsylvania Coal Company and others, keeping Port Jervis shops busy with round the clock repairs as engines and cars wear from heavy service. Master mechanic Hannen received 100 tons of iron and steel for repairs last week.
Edward A. Mosley of the Inter State Commerce Commission posts Lehigh Valley offices notices announcing a Washington hearing on the carrier's request for more time to install safety appliances. Interested parties are asked to appear in person or by counsel.
The Lehigh Valley railroad finally achieves success after a prolonged battle to gain permission to lay track. Officials announce approval allowing construction to proceed, marking a milestone in regional rail development.
Ad claims Scott's Emulsion improves wasting conditions by boosting weight. states it is a fat producing food and that gains continue after use. Presents price of 1.90 and distribution through druggists with Scott & Rawne chemists in New York.
An ordinance for a Communipay crossing in Jersey City was legally cleared by the state court of errors and appeals at 2 16 p m on Nov 20. After the decision, railroad crews laid four tracks by midnight and cleared the street by 12 40 a m. About 250 workers were employed to complete the crossing and first trains ran at 12 50 a m.
The Schenectady Locomotive Works delivered six heavy consolidation pushing engines for the Delaware and Hudson Coal Company. Cylinders measure 29 by 28 inches, weight on drivers 157,50 pounds, total weight 176,000 pounds. Grate surface 90.19 square feet and heating surface 2.348 square feet, with cast steel frames and Hecht channel rods. This heating surface is believed to be the largest for a locomotive of this weight.
The Delaware, Lackawanna and Western company reduced miners to eight hours per day starting Wednesday, ending their nine hour shifts. The duration of the order is unclear and a lull has touched coal markets. If demand rises, miners may return to full-time work across the company mines.
Breaker boys at the Taylor colliery of the Delaware Lackawanna and Western company went on strike yesterday morning over pay for hours worked. The colliery stood idle with 400 hands idle and an amicable settlement is anticipated today.
The Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen places its national headquarters in Cleveland with the Firemen and Locomotive Engineers following. Pressed Steel Car Co plans to ship 900 steel cars to Egypt's state railroad, with 100 completed now and ten trains expected to Atlantic seaboard. Norfolk and Western president notes strong southern prosperity amid new iron furnaces.
Judge McPherson in Philadelphia court appoints James Dobson and Townsend Barnless as receivers for H Wunderioh & Co trading as the Chicago Merchandise Company. Joint bond fixed at 3100. Liabilities unknown but expected to reach...
Beranton Gas and Water Company enjoys privileges that make it quasi public and may be subject to police regulation. City Attorney Vosburg argues the council may regulate water charges within reasonable limits to prevent monopoly while protecting public interest and stockholder returns.
Show window broken at Radin's jewelry store on Penn avenue early yesterday. About $2 worth of goods stolen including bracelets rings small clocks and similar items. Burglary believed to have occurred around 2 30 o'clock with a large stone used to smash the window.
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