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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1899
Page
7
An enigmatic claim promotes a tonic as world famous, with Mariane Ariani named in connection to the product. The text presents promotional language and brief references to spirit or mood improvement. The readable content is fragmentary and lacks verifiable detail or context.
An old advertisement touts Mariani Wine as a scientifically prepared tonic with claims of health benefits. It lists uses for general vitality, strength, digestion, malaria, and the grippe, and promotes its effectiveness for brain and body stamina. The notice warns against imitators and cites Marion & Co and W. Kthft of New York as publishers.
The Carboniale Cycle club moved from the Water house on Lincoln avenue to the Van Bergen house on North Church street. Much of the furniture is repaired and polished, brightening the club’s quarters. Since moving, membership has exceeded one hundred. Attorney H. Butler plans to seek a charter. The entertainment committee rejected Mrs Juniata Saulshbury to present "A String of Belle" at the club’s home.
The traction company, preparing to remove the Delaware and Madison street crossing, will tunnel the street car line beneath the steam road and gravity road bed. The change may not occur until next summer.
Mrs. Frank Smith fell on Church Street yesterday noon and survived painful injuries. Ex-Alderman William Williams entertains cousins John and Charlie Roberts of Parker South Dakota. they plan to sail Saturday for England to visit relatives in Wadbridge. Mr and Mrs Alexander Tullen moved to Mayfield. Miss Larissa Mace of Honesdale visited Carbondale yesterday. Seven hundred excursionists went to Scranton yesterday taking advantage of Jones Lane and Son's cheap railroad fare and free dinner. JW Aitken Tins returned from Philadelphia. Miss Allee Cyre went to Parc Vervie for a month. The funeral of Mrs Caroline J Van order will be held from the residence on Canal Street. Rev A Haffee will attend. Mitchell Hose Company contemplates buying a hook and ladder truck. A committee has been appointed to inspect apparatus in nearby Los.
Adolph L. Millett of Manchester New Hampshire reports his wife’s lame shoulder improved after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm. He credits one bottle with near full recovery after nine years of pain and futile remedies. Sold wholesale and retail by Matthew Bros. and WW Druggists.
Miss Blanche Utterfield of Arure and Lene Tucker of Jackson visit Mrs. T. H. Koup on North Main. George Kingsley sustains serious injuries while on duty at Pricedure and is cared for at home. A church supper at G. M. Hull’s in Thakely succeeds financially. Funeral attendees travel to Nicholson for Jesse Spencer’s services. Night school in the Third ward maintains strong attendance as Wilson Fire Company committees plan fall meetings.
Attendance is urged for Thursday events at the Hapitat bazns where four nights yielded 824.74 in proceeds with 200.74 net after expenses. Mrs. C White shows improvement while George Newton and Squire W Arnold recover from illnesses as shop windows brighten the town during the holiday display season.
The meeting adjourned early amid legal disputes over visiting committee members Gannon and Blake. Mis McChrone’s election was ruled invalid due to Gannon’s ward move. Plans were set to meet next Tuesday to fill the unexpired term and appoint a teacher. A Ladies of St James bazaar drew modest crowds with decorations, entertainment, cake walk, and plans for “Little Red Riding Hood” starring local children.
Mrs Bnowden of Nichols visits the Vaughn household. Mr and Mrs Charles Wardell of lands here spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Davis. The Womenshinetian Temporary union meets at Mr OH Travis’s home this afternoon. Mrs EW Davis and daughter Florence of Elmhurst visited yesterday. Brink returned Monday from a visit with relatives in New York. Grace Bourn of Daleville has been visiting friends here for four days. Reward Van Brunt, who bought the Kellar house on Wan Brunt street, moved in yesterday. Walleratoin was a Sopanton visitor yesterday.
The funeral for Jimoe Feeney was held at his late home in Jermyn yesterday with many relatives including Mr and Mrs Eo Fadden Mr Ele len Murphy Mrs Willan McTuinne MM Mr and Mrs Dominick Fadden and William Rogan in attendance. Feeney had worked at Wack amith place for the past 15 months and was a brother of Mrs I Jd Fadden. A tea gathering hosted by Miss Mabel Kidwards at the Edwards residence in Winkely drew many young friends, with attendees named Miss Hele Jones Miss Jessie Callender and Miss Ruth Hu'l among others.
A vintage ad touts Vinol as a superior appetite stimulant and stomach tonic. It claims Vinol contains liver oil elements separated from fats, rebuilding flesh and blood, boosting digestion, and creating natural desires for simple foods. A testimonial from Elizabeth Feesay of Waterbury, Conn supports its efficacy with a refund guarantee offered by the seller.
Ciara Van Sickle Nina Thomas Net the Musson Ning Yessie and Veda Pa Wiilids join Juvenil Dance class planning New Year celebrations. Thaw hence orchestra to provide music. Mrs M J McAndrew visited Jermyn. Grace Callender from Beranton left her grandmother Mex. Edward done, vertening Mize Jennie Mason clerking in Libya's Sewers story. Attorney James Mahon of Bowyton attended town event. Mrs Thomis Molines from Caromidale visiting Mrs Jod. Rev J M Smoulter of Took Lake was a visitor yesterday.
Minyoka No. 247 will mark the hundredth anniversary of George Washington’s death at their Main Street hall this evening. The program features Master of ceremonies W O Howelle sachem Thomas Samuels senior sagamore David Beecham prophet John D Jones junior sigamory John Richards first sannap James Heffer second sannap James Palmer recreator Mire Mary M Keenus Great Pocahontas of Ponneyivana and orator J B Harris with Prof. David E. Jones as pianist. Program includes patriotic music and salon recitations followed by sandwiches and coffee. A large audience attended the Price library reading and Mrs Gomer Jones’ hospital status is clarified as improving. Various local residents are noted as guests and visitors.
A surprise party honoring Charles Barrett was hosted at his parents home on Lincoln street with many young friends in attendance. Eli Bowe, a well known local youth, sailed for his home in England yesterday. Golden Chain lodge Independent Or
A rerurn session is planned for 641 Fellows workers while Fred Oliver of Brook Street recovers from machinery injuries at Johnson's breaker. Frank Drodosky, a Pollah laborer at Storrs No 1 mine, was trapped by a roof fall Tuesday night, rushed to Malin street boarding house in the company ambulance with back and right side injuries. Meanwhile James Barrett and James Cook near completion of new homes beside School Building No 1.
An uncle of Mrs. George Miller of this place had a large ulcer on a limb. After lancing it became a running sore. He began using Brown’s Sarsaparilla and after five bottles the sore improved and healed.
The Aubrey Stock Company scored a major success with The Great Brooklyn Handicap and plans a matinee today. Tonight Oliver Don Byron’s drama Ups and Downs of Life comes to the stage, with Chauncey Clcott appearing at the Lyceum in Scranton for two evenings with A Romance of Athlone by August Pitou, followed by Lane’s Operatic entertainers at the Gaiety featuring vaudeville acts and costumed beauty.
The People’s Exchange offers one cent per word with six insertions for five cents for real estate to rent or property to sell or exchange. Includes situations wanted filled free. Notices list Dr W E Allen and Dr L M Gates with addresses. Megarger Brothers printers and J Hauer conductor advertised for events. location at 616 Linden Street and 200 Madison Avenue with many local services cited.
Sheriff Ward Dean of Montrose engaged in Susquehanna activity. Congressman Fred Wright returns from Washington. First ward school to reopen after scarlet fever. Funeral of Richard M Crown of Oakland Side attended at Oakland Methodist Church. Atlantic locomotives delivered. one hit 71 mph. Ladies Auxiliary to Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers postpones hall event. Grangers attend State Grange in Lock Haven. Farmers institute at Birchardville today and Montrose Thursday. Christmas trees to be shipped countywide. Evangelist Will Mounteney preached Publican and Sinner. London Belles perform at HerImer House and Bijou in Binghamton. Merrill named NYNH&H vice president. Montrose to host Susquehanna County Epworth League delegates Dec 2. Sheriff Ward Pall visits London Belles. Young Men’s Library Association receives new banks. library praised locally.
News notes report a mistaken payroll for the Pennsylvania Concern and a delay in payment. Agnes Gibbons is a night school teacher at 2 School Street. MacHale received a 425 dollar check from Metropolitan Life Insurance for five years of service. Providence guests visited the Liewell home. A Heplasopha concert Monday featured the Tenny quartet of Scranton and performances by Helen Boyle Clara Schlager William Williams William Golden Anna Whalen Tita McDonald and Wat Kin Morgans with remarks by Prof. C F Hoban Dr Berge W H Hollister and others.
Pinnell, Jones and Frederick of Pitts ton are named among local groups with Heptasophs noted as favorites. Ladies' Catholic Benevolent association elects officers led by President Kate Dempsey and other roles. A Weat Side gathering at Mr and Mrs James Morton’s included numerous attendees and light refreshments. Dr Agnew's Liver Pills advertised for liver torpor and general purification, sold by Matthews Bros. and W T Clark.
Timetable effective November 16 lists trains from Beranton to New York Newark Elizabeth Philadelphia Allentown Reading and Baltimore with various departure times. Connections include Hanover and Whitehall routes. tickets sold at reduced rates with through tickets available. Baldwin serves as agent.
On November 1 trains depart Beranton with multiple routes to Albany Saratoga Montreal and points in New England and western regions. The timetable lists departure times from early morning to night plus connections via Lehigh Valley and other lines. Officials cited include W. Burdick G P A Albany N Y and H W Cross D P A Scranton Pa.
Scranton to Philadelphia New York routes via Lehigh Valley and connections. Lists departures to Portville Bethlehem Euston Reading Harrisburg and other intermediates. Includes Geneva Rochester Buffalo Niagara Falls connections via D. & W. RY and D. & WOR. Mentions Pullman reservations and ticketing offices in Scranton and New York.
The timetable lists routes from Scranton to New York and Newburgh with intermediate stops and local destinations. Return trains to Scranton arrive at 10 91 a.m. and 0 19 p.m., with other times shown as 7h and 335 mm.
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