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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1897
Page
3
Count George Von Kirmay of Wilkes-Barre seeks wives through Alderman Donohue, proposing marriage to multiple eligible widows. The scheme, fueled by a trumped noble lineage, sparks gossip as widows receive formal proposals in ornate letters. Donohue aids the count, while promised matches threaten to provoke angry responses from the rejected spouses.
Delicate children need strong growth and vitality. Scott's Emulsion promises rich blood, strong bones, healthy nerves, and sound digestion, a growth aid for delicate youngsters. Readily taken by reluctant eaters. available for $1.00 at druggists nationwide.
A bold arson attempt at the West Gay Street armory in Weat Chester was thwarted by a janitor. An incendiary device placed under the main stairway contained jumbled fuel and an improvised fuse, but half burned candle was found and the suspect was stopped before major destruction.
In Hasleton on December day John Gray, a switchman at the lumber yard, was shot in the face by an unknown man. Gray had joined a chase after a rabbit that spooked the track, when the assailant fired and fled. Gray's wound is severe with blood loss feared.
Antonio Tucci, driven by rejected affection for Theresa, shot Tompone of a tenement on Revs enth and Christian streets, wounded Policeman Simpson and a civilian, then set fire to his room and fought officers with a knife. After a lengthy standoff he was overpowered. Tompone is in critical condition and Tucci’s son Lecony is severely harmed.
Disjointed OCR notes describe payments for a hanging involving Herman Paul Bolults and Sheriff Courtwright. The county commission approved funds for the body and dissecting tally. Venetten allegedly provided defense services and Distrive Attorney Veuraaken received fees in some form.
Wayne Dee Thomeasa Mokelin Arthur Howell Tralph Clark Chiles Chirk George Gueert and Richard Patton were arrested for destroying a signal prank at Heinssen's harness shop. Magistrate Deore Aman fined each $2.50 and ordered probation for six months. all are noted as prominent youths. Richard Patton is son of William A Patton, pastor of the Episcopal church.
The Washington reports that pensions have been issued for a list of individuals including Warret T. BR. Jackson, nurse from Scranton, Sarah A. Millen, and others with origins in Pennsylvania. The brief note cites names and locales amid the official pension announcements.
Lancaster reports the Niew Holland Tobacco Company factory in New Holland was deeded for 000. The item notes activity at the plant, with limited legible details on the transaction and involved parties.
The Philadelphia Christian Principles Conference held a session at a Baptist church with Bishop Whitaker presiding. Papers questioned civil government’s role in marriage and social purity and urged church influence on law, alongside a sabbath desecration resolution restricting railways, theater, and leisure activities at public events.
Governor Saddler condemns lynching acts in Geneina and calls for swift action by Douglas County authorities to arrest leaders of the crime. Victims show severe injuries including beaten bodies, gunshot wounds, broken eyes and facial damage. Officials claim several clues exist linking perpetrators, with apprehension expected soon.
A violent clash in Copeau Lat Que between French and Militia laborers ends with Aloeia Grioeg killed and several injured. Gangs fought through the afternoon. at about 8 p.m. a free-for-all led to a fatality and arrests of two Englishmen amid rising tensions.
Clarence Whitman of the North mill Wilkes-larre announces a December 1 wage advance of per cent to lice weavers due to increased orders. Lehigh Valley Coal Co expands Haakton colliery shaft work by Thomas and Bon, deepening to feet and driving tunnels north and south to centralize operations. American Safety Lamp and Supply Co reports full production with large orders including shipments to Anthracite and Canada.
In a tragic blaze at Tunkhainouk Po. Doth-Mire Gece Tioreh, a worker named 1. Merdros was severely burned while attempting to extinguish flames after a metal object dropped and sparked fire. A Delelitowr master reported the animal’s distress and helped secure the scene.
A curious incident at the Coleraine cultural operation run by A. & Van Wichle involved a fire alarm and a reported collapse near Beauvir Mindow. A chart diience from Coleraine was heard during the event, adding to the enigmatic proceedings and drawing attention from nearby observers.
An advertisement touts Pyramid Pile Cure as a safe, prompt relief for piles and claims it is the only positive cure avoiding surgery. It urges readers to obtain the medicine from their druggist and references testimonials from across the United States. The Pyramid Co. of Marshall Michigan is listed as the contact.
A short report notes the otter will be sent to Cumnock in the Dike region for the Dituminous mines. The Holien shore shows a trench from the Duontmere vein to the Clark, just below. A single hoisting engine is being prepared and operations may begin at any time.
Fragmentary notice from Amelia Storm in Waren, Michigan lists a door sale and related purchase receipt details. The readable fragments indicate a local transaction and a shop or residence location but lack full names or dates.
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