16 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1896
Page
1
Leading departments report brisk Holiday sales as shoppers rapidly buy specials and discounts. Store officials note strong consumer spending and widespread appeal of current selections, reflecting solid public interest and budget-minded buying.
The gallery showcases a wide variety of subjects, practically unlimited in scope, offering choicest works at prices near the usual frame cost. Admirers attend to view the assortment and manage affordable framing.
Children enjoy a lively toy fair featuring a wide range of playthings and kid friendly items while buyers notice big savings as prices align with dry goods expectations.
A catalog note touts glassware and other items offered in a hundred artistic ways. Some pieces are handy, others valued mainly for beauty, with prices emphasized at the Globe Warehouse.
A brisk market item puzzles buyers with how disparate Eric-a-Brac pieces were assembled for surprisingly low money. The case draws attention to the surprising affordability of metal, China celluloid and related items in a crowded market.
A bold advert declares handkerchiefs and notions dominate stock and invites shoppers to roam the open retail premises without pressure to buy. The message emphasizes variety, value, and a free-window shopping atmosphere across departments.
The Spanish legation in Washington translates a cable from Madrid claiming Maceo died in loyal combat at Punta Brava, killed by Spanish bullets. It cites a Gomez son letter and notes Jacksonville reporters as possible sources for assassination rumors. Public petitions urge U S intervention to end Cuban atrocities and Weyler’s conduct faces criticism.
A fire at a Tennessee college burnt a building used by young ladies. Elnathan Katte reported the incident and the loss was estimated but not detailed. The article provides few precise names or dates beyond December.
The college, under the care of the United Presbyterian Church of North America, is supported by contributions from various congregations.
Lumbermen from twenty one states gather at the Grand hotel Cincinnati for the national convention led by J Delabaugh. Delegates elect C W Goodyear president and form an executive committee to push tariff legislation and a memorial to Congress. A ways and means panel is empowered to judge funding needs. Delegates adopt resolutions for dutiable lumber and seek reciprocity with southern nations. A closing banquet at the Grand hotel is planned.
State canvass nearly completes official presidential vote tabulation. National totals show McKinley with a 00,799 plurality over Bryan. Palmer Buckner and Levering votes listed. Free Silver and Socialist Labor figures noted.
President Cleveland and party camped at Ford's Point on South Island and hunted on General Alexander preserves. Telegraph reports say about sixty mallards were killed, twenty eight by the president. A deer drive is planned for tomorrow with Gen. Alexander and Captain Miles Hazard, with clear cool weather forecast.
Stilson Hutchins, founder of the Washington Post, purchases The Daily Morning and Evening Times and takes possession with John J. Oberly of Illinois named in charge. The paper, once led by Charles G. Conn, is expected to align firmly with the Democratic side, with a price reportedly over $200,000.
In Augusta Georgia on December 15 Louis Prager a Jewish merchant shot and killed John Smith a Black man employed as a puller in front of a rival shop. Prager accused Smith of unfairness and opened fire as Smith ran away striking him in the back the bullet entering the kidney. Prager then returned to his store and waited on a customer before arrest.
Senator Morgam of Alabama argues for immediate U S intervention in Cuba while Congress also considers a money influence inquiry and a postal bill. The House debates the second class mail measure as it votes to advance the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad reorganization and alcohol regulation study.
Joe Rice the American six day bicycle champion arrived in Wilkes-Barre with trainers Campbell and Keller and backer William Rutledge. A parade of 000 people led by the Ninth Regiment band traveled to the Grand Opera House where a meeting and speech were given. A substantial purse is being raised, likely to reach 1,000 dollars, to be presented on Christmas morning.
The sketch notes John Wanamaker born July 1 1837 in Philadelphia's Neck district. He joined a clothing firm at fourteen and later co-founded a major shop at Sixth and Market with Nathan Brown. Wanamaker later served as postmaster general under President Harrison and reformed the postal service.
San Francisco reports Thomas Sharkey denying interest in the National Athletic club and any funds to Fitzsimmons or Lynch. Cross examination covers referee selection and bribe allegations. Referee Wyatt Earp testifies about the eighth round and ruling a foul. The judge adjourns after Earp's testimony.
Honor DPD D Woodmansee announces the inauguration committee with General E McAlpin Major Everett Warren Judge C A Raymond Hon Frank Higgins Thomas F Barrett E J Miller and Dr W L Boose. Meeting at the Ebbitt House Washington to plan league activities for the McKinley inauguration.
Harrisburg Pa December 14 The trial of state tax cases started before Judges Simonton and McPherson with nearly 20 suits on the flat covering many taxation issues About fifty cases were disposed of by agreement and verdicts will follow settlements
Snow or sleet possible with northerly winds. Fitzsimmons-Harkey fight in court. Perjury arrest reported. Almira Hadsall’s death and a sad finding about a young son. Governor-elect Pingree outlines plans for Michigan. Utah prospects feature in a regional roundup. The Brown Man’s Servant and a Welsh view of McKinley appear among miscellaneous items.
On December 1 New York reported arrivals and departures including the Spaarn dam from Rotterdam. The Spree sailed to Bremen and Havel from Cherbourg bound for Rotterdam passed Scilly on the way to New York. One additional vessel from New York to London passed Scilly.
Key West dispatch notes a vessel named Mibuster with Three Friends porting near the reef around noon. The craft was seen reading southwest and apparently sailing with full sails and strong steam.
Returns from Boston city election indicate Republicans have elected all seven aldermen on the ballot. The report notes ongoing tallies and a strong GOP showing in this year’s race.
Frankfort Kentucky December 15 The court of appeals has granted the motion of attorneys to memo the convicted murderer for thirty days to file a petition for a rehearing.
Crackamen entered the Metropolitan Life Insurance branch in Germantown last night and blew the safe with powder, securing 85 dollars in cash. The incident occurred in Philadelphia on December 15. Police investigated the break in and searched for clues linking the suspect to other crimes.
Reverend Dr Joseph K Dixon of Penn Avenue Baptist spoke to a large audience last evening on World monuments. The lecture traced ancient Greek tombs Roman obelisks Egyptian pyramids and Mogul mausoleums and highlighted how inscriptions preserve lost history. He showed memorials to Napoleon Grant Nelson and Washington and toured Westminster Abbey with notices for Shakespeare Franklin Longfellow and Longstone. The talk closed with humorous epitaphs read from a large collection provoking continuous laughter as A V Hower operated the stereopticon.
The Micn Housing company through Watson Diehl Hale filed suit against Dean Brothers for 9269.58 plus interest from Nov 8, 1896, for asphalt furnished in this city and Wilkes-Barre. Plaintiff says material was bought from John Lockwood by Dunn Brothers and paid for but not reimbursed.
In Harrisburg on December 16 a moving meeting occurred between George Erb, the confessed accomplice of Ella Hicks in the Edward Nutter poisoning case, and his mother. They spoke briefly and the grieving mother left with sorrowful lines on her face as Fort Smith authorities are anticipated to take Erb away this week.
In New York David L. Barnes consulting engineer died Tuesday morning after years on the Baldwine Westinghowe locomotive project. He formerly edited for the Railroad Gazette in New York. In Chicago Dr. Alexander La Brie a Pennsylvania physician is missing from the Park Gate hotel amid fears of self harm. his age is uncertain.
Harrisburg reports a Hazleton citizen delegation comprising Captain Andrew Lee BD. K. McCarthy G. Stouffer and J. W. Sweeney met with Adjutant General Stewart to press for placing a cavalry troop in the National Guard from Hazleton.
Elmer Clawson’s scheduled hanging for the murder of Harry Hugetts is stayed by order of Chancellor McGill. The execution is postponed for an indefinite period as the case moves to the court of appeals.
New York dispatch notes cloudy, slightly colder conditions today in the Middle states with snow on and near the coast and brisk northeasterly to northwesterly winds. Clearing later. Thursday brings partly cloudy skies, fresh northerly winds, and slowly rising temperatures.
Retail notice for Finley’s showcasing Black and Fancy Silks and Satins including an elegant line of Evening Shades. Moire Velours available in Black and Evening Shades throughout the collection.
Ad listing a variety of lace handkerchiefs including Duchesse Valenciennes and Irish embroidery, black lace scarves and fichus, initials on kerchiefs, black and fancy silk under skirts, and gentlemen garments such as blanket bath robes and shirts. Includes collars cuffs and furnishing items.
The city showcases new handle designs and a wide stock of kid gloves for shoppers. Vendors highlight style variety and durability as key features appealing to modern households.
Product lines Atlantic Lead French Zinc Ready Mixed Tinted Gloss Paints and Strictly Pure Linseed Oil marketed with guarantees.
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