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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1898
Page
3
The advertisement touts SKINARS as a headquarters for men women and children with increasingly varied displays each year. It promises infinite color form style material and price in stock and urges patrons to visit to see for themselves. It claims every year surpasses the last and that no better present can be found.
Men's brown real alligator opera slipper with narrow toe priced at 2.50 dollars. Russet real alligator opera slipper broad toe 2.00. Medium toe opera slippers 1.50. Black goat opera slippers and tan Russia calf opera slippers listed at 1.50.
The fragmented clipping reports arrests of J Brantoven W A Thorn Abr Surkovits and mentions a street scene in Panniterate and Hiver. It notes a city sidewalk enforcement proposal and a Baptist ministers meeting with Rev Ward Ellie and others.
A chaotic report outlines a fatal night murder and burglary tied to a franchise grant for Lackawanna Telephone. City officials debated ordinance terms and possible aid from committees while investigators slow to confirm actions, naming several officials and witnesses in a shaken town record.
The senior and junior students of St Thomas College plan an evening at the Eobhone Hall on Thursday featuring a varied programme. Highlights include chorus numbers, duets, a descriptive piece, interludes with fancy drills, serious and humorous selections by younger students, and a senior year comedy. The girl chorus of about one hundred will be joined by Paper's orchestra and perform a carol adapted to a soldier chorus from Trovatore. The Lolly Boys present performances, the Solor student dive, and a two-act comedy titled Fee with student efforts. This marks the first presentation in Scranton and promises diverse provincial entertainment.
A local enlistment story recounts Lieut Davis entering the run for a Thirteenth Regiment officers post at Cam Maw. Friends aimed to support his bid after he began the nomination process and was called to the front, keeping his ambition alive.
The jury and testimony opened in a case concerning the killing of Thomas Gilligan with the defense asserting self defense. The record shows Gilligan lay in wait and an unprovoked assault followed by Morvan’s death as witnesses described the events along Weer Market Street.
A Sunday rumor that a man named Wungertin was killed in Duryea proved false. The reports arose from a distorted district rumor and yesterday’s uncertain tips. No death occurred and the distressing claim was unfounded.
In a late war note, Beidlemiun'y details a Washington Avenue location near Trilune. The brief item mentions naval context and a street reference without further specifics.
Scranton Wine and Liquor at 14 Peng Avenue advertises a wide whiskey selection. The store offers many grades and brands with contact by phone 6612.
The city plans renovation and improvements to the Crystal House funded by Nelson and submitted to the estate for approval. Expenditure around 60 thousand dollars may fund drainage, sewer, and structural work over several years, with changes to utilities and hotel renovations impacting the site.
A manslaughter verdict emerged from the Keller courtroom as jurors found the defendant guilty after a trial marked by tense testimony and heated exchanges. The defendant faced a contentious sentencing phase with appeals expected and juror disagreements over key points of law.
The Young Women's Christian Association reports a donation day with items contributed by many named individuals and local groups. The list of contributors includes numerous recognizable names and households, showing broad community support for the charity drive.
Christmas shopping urged as the largest holiday commerce at China Hall grows. The store touts exclusive American made china glass and pottery and foreign goods, with new stock daily and staff ready to assist.
Miss Fatetaien of New York will address attendees at a Tuesday evening gathering. The talk will be followed by an at home evening. guests are invited to bring their fancy work to share and enjoy the event.
The memorial service for the late Mrs Overgalls Carter and relief for the late Puleski Carter were conducted yesterday afternoon at 2 in a local church. Reverend Mr Kinter led prayers, with songs from the Prayiene Presbyterians and a procession of pallbearers including Pulaski PL and Marvin B.P. Carter, W.J. Kennedy, W.P. Fenneds, Ti. Lielus Carter Kennedy, and Midward Spanking. The service proceeded to the family plot in the surrounding cemetery.
Incomplete OCR lists numerous names including George Pochmetreety Bull Fannylira Cardner and Catherine A. Cart wright, with references to Jubiter Wayne routitys Robert Trottier Tikaly Ormeton and Merceret Callender v John Belle. Mentions Bareline Inseld Garney Brown & Cota as defendants and Garney, Brown & Cota as law firm handling the matter.
Edison home phonographs priced at 25.00 each. Edison records offered at per dozen. Brass horns in sizes 14 inch 24 inch 30 inch 36 inch 42 inch priced accordingly.
Worshipful master George B. Atkine and senior warden Benjamin Hinesons lead Free Masons of lodge No 58 with officers including Jumice waveden 38 Tuylor La cey and Georges M. Watson FM Ardt M D Frank ln Philips as representative to the end levies and Eisele Woodbilt. The note states these officers will be incurred prior to a December observance.
The readable text shows garbled names and phrases from a local notice or letter collection. It includes scattered references to individuals, sponsors, and chants, with place hints like Washburn street and Solin wine, but most specifics are unclear due to corruption. The fragment suggests a community event or meeting record with names and affiliations.
A brief health note warns that a simple cough may hide a stronger ailment. It advises seeking treatment promptly and following medical guidance to restore health, especially for older individuals.
A weekly sale runs Wednesday afternoon and daily at 2 30 o clock offering rugs at your own bid and price. The event promises gift purchases and emphasizes no reserve, urging attendance to save money.
An advertisement states Waldo instruments including banjos mandolins and guitars are demonstrated by an expert to verify merit. Agencies in four counties display them with other makers’ instruments in stock and advise buyers not to purchase until they have seen and heard Waldo instruments. They are sold only at the specified outlets.
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