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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1896
Page
4
The Carpet Department promotes a clearing up sale of all small quantities before the new year. It claims the most complete selection of imported and domestic rugs and related items with Holiday Specials. Sizes range from 18 by 36 inches to 11 feet 6 inches by 14 feet, including Axminster Moquette Wilton Orientals and fur rugs.
Messrs Fredrick Moses and Edgar Decker Yarrington hosted a full dress reception at the Burke building on Tuesday evening. The Mozart orchestra provided music with a program of dances and selections by Isaac Singer, D. Crane, Joseph Fiore, and others. Guests included Dr. and Mrs. Jenkins and numerous local residents and friends in a festively decorated venue.
Miss Amelia Penckert directs her pupils in a literary program and drama marking the final day before holiday vacation. The afternoon program includes School Music, a Part 1 Dialogue A Peep into Fairyland, and acts by Pearl Giles Jason Stoddard and others.
Miss Fannie Stanton daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Stanton of Park Street married Mr George D Davies of this city at the bride's home. Rev F A Dony of Green Ridge performed the ceremony with immediate family and a few guests present.
The ad touts rocking chairs centre tables stands screens pictures and a large Carpet range with socks carpet sweepers rugs and mats. It claims the citys largest and finest carpet assortment and always the lowest prices.
Members of the Lackawanna club invited Professor Sage and his wife to their rooms on Wednesday afternoon. Several ladies attended as guests. The club members sought to test Sage's skill and some attendees were considered suitable subjects for hypnotism. The event drew interest and amusement from witnesses.
The condition of Martin Westcott, believed under hypnotic influence, sparks wide discussion as he wanders in a dazed state since December 10. His father J. G. Westcott seeks publication of his views. Professor A. S. Lowe purportedly demonstrated hypnotic control over the boy in September, raising family distress and safety concerns.
Tonight in Scranton Miss Carolyne V. Dorsey and her pupils present a literary and musical program at the Methodist Episcopal church to aid the Willing Workers. Doors open at 7 20 with admission ten cents. The repertoire includes poems and dramatic sketches by Browning Harpers Poe and Delsartean works plus songs and pantomime. Mrs. Frank Ayers praises Dorsey as a distinguished elocution teacher and performer aided by her pupils.
A visit to this department reveals a large and complete assortment with sofa pillows from 48c to 10.00 table covers 75c to 13.00 mantel scarfs 50c to 7.00 dresser sets 50c to 2.50.
The Parish hall concert last evening drew strong praise as the first in a series of winter entertainments. Performers included Mario Celli, A Bullivan, Annie Brown, and A E Morse with Morse, Foote and Schappert noted for the Cradle Song and Medley. The ensemble, including the Philharmonic quartet and the mandolin duo, delivered polished numbers and humorous impersonations, with special praise for the Schappert solo and Morse's performance with the Cleveland minstrels.
At 8 o clock last evening a pretty wedding took place at the home of Mr and Mrs James Denner in Mayfield uniting their daughter Mary Ann to John Owens. Rev William T Williams of the Primitive Methodist church officiated. The bride wore navy blue cloth trimmed with silk and was attended by Miss May Cooper. The groom was supported by his brother Richard. A large gathering of friends offered congratulations and gifts, and a pleasant evening followed far into the night.
Dr J B Graves of the board of health obtained a warrant for the arrest of David P Morgan for violating health laws. Morgan had sent his children to Sunday school sixteen days after a diphtheria sign was posted on his building. He pleaded guilty, unaware of the law, and a squire placed the proceedings.
The text states fines range from five to one hundred dollars with costs totaling eight dollars and ten cents and allows up to sixty days of imprisonment for nonpayment or violation.
A roundup of town notices and social moves including William Lathrop of Carbondale visiting. half-time orders at Delaware and Hudson colliery. Yale student Frank Stocker returning home for Christmas after achieving top class average. Harry Hughes in West Mayfield taking Lucro Novelty agency duties. J D Stocker’s business trip to Scranton. James Toman resigning from Citizens' band. Aurora Masons visiting Wilkes-Barre Star Light Lodge. Mrs. Richard Thomas of Rendham visiting Louis Morris. Forest Mining Co Archbald to pay workers. John Lutsey and family returning from Clark's Summit. St James church choir to perform Mozart and Haydn pieces. Albert Schultz's bike chain incident. Rev David H Morgans preaching in Mayfield Welsh service and planning to study at Oberlin. Mrs. Joseph Griffiths and daughter visiting Carbondale. James Mack and Noah Pugh making Carbondale business trips.
Davis Tailoring House in Scranton claims to be the only establishment offering made-to-order garments at popular prices. The ad stresses quality at low prices and exclusive facilities, with proprietor W. J. Davis at 222 Bunn.
A local store offers a large stock of Men's Women’s Misses and Children's slippers at eye opening prices. Shoppers are invited to examine goods before buying elsewhere and the store promises easy service and bigger bargains despite a heavy crowd last week. A larger sales force is in place to handle shoppers and ensure timely attention.
Financial notice states liberal accommodations extended according to balances and responsibility. It emphasizes careful handling of business and personal accounts with extended terms based on capacity and repayment history.
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