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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1897
Page
7
Lackawanna County Carbondale notes align delivery with Mr. Cc R Munn Salem venue and Chereh street for complaints to W T Roberts news agent. If cold weather continues, skating at Alin Park tonight.
After years of dormancy the Board of Trade could be revived to spur a new industrial era. Citizens press for a bridge linking Cana an and Church streets, improved crossings, and pavement upgrades on Sixth Avenue Park Place and South Main. Reorganization is urged to energize commerce and attract a new industrial workforce by midsummer.
Attendees at the Grand opera house Saturday afternoon and evening noted Marion Manola Mason appeared unusually fit, fainting between acts. She was confined to her Hotel American room Sunday, with a doctor tending her at night, suffering indigestion and poor appetite for eight days. Her Christmas Day performances drew a strong reaction from the audience.
An early Sunday incident reports a drunken mob of Hungarians bombarding the home of George Nabelsky at No 4. Doors were broken and several tried to force entry. Nabelsky was struck by a stone and fired a gun, prompting the mob to retreat.
Faithful attendees including Bate Robinson Brandon Brink Cobwedll Seven Wel Indi gathered last evening as the common council adjourned with no major business. The clerk held one ordinance in hand while the city faced a critical need for hose and rapid action.
A Christmas tree on Laurel Street caught fire from a burning taper in a local incident. Firefighters responded as the fire damaged the tree and nearby area. In other news, the engagement of Miss Mulchel Thomas and Mr. Mone L. Peck was announced in the area. The funeral of Mrs. Main was held at St. Rose Church, drawing a large crowd, while the Germania society held its annual gathering and festivities.
An appeal notes that many women avoid medical exams and consult spouses instead. It highlights Dr R V Merce of the Invalids' Hotel and Surgical Institute, claiming his Favorite Prescription cures feminine weaknesses, heals ulcers, soothes nerves, and restores strength in private home use.
Names and addresses of residents visiting relatives and spending Christmas across cities including Brooklyn, Buffalo, Harford, Scranton, Wilkes Barre, Olyphant and Pittston. Mentions of illness such as grip and confinement at home. Several residents travel for holidays and returns from trips.
A Jermyn Christmas gathering at Mr. and Mrs. W. Oo in Hil., with numerous relatives visiting from Tompkinsville Scott Me. Greenfield Carbondale Clifford Clifford, and Conklin N. Y. Besides a long guest list, several couples were married on Christmas evening by Justice of the Peace CL BR. Local social notes include visits, dinners, and festive events across multiple households in the area.
A crowded social notices page lists visits to Mill City by numerous locals and guests. Distinct names include Mrs Polly Awingle and Miss Gwinnle Wily, with extended family and friends attending gatherings, church events, and a wedding anniversary. Several illnesses and a stroke are noted, along with travel plans of several couples and individuals in late Sunday activities.
The Christina fair at the Hoes Company displays crowds and contests. Vendors Che Mesmrs Sigeves and Tinklevilah led excellent events with prize drawings. A five pound packone won by RJ Uren. other prizes included a tallet set and a large door prize.
The Christmas program at the Methodist Episcopal church Sunday evening drew enthusiastic praise. Prof Jone led the choir with selections including Sing Unto the Lord and It Come Up on the Midnight Clear. Several residents, visitors, and local families were noted in attendance and social notices followed.
In the Christmas rush hundreds of handkerchiefs became slightly wrinkled or soiled from handling. Two special tables display Lot No 1 at 5c to 10c for Ladies and Men's handkerchiefs and Lot No 2 at 10c to 31c for Ladies' and Men's handkerchiefs. Sale begins early this morning and continues while they last.
Aprons suffered by the crowds but no harm done save ironing. Priced up to 75c, all items offered at a single price of twenty five cents today.
Full text fragment notes: deluxe double bed size Comfortables filled with pure white cotton offered at 69¢, $1.00 and $1.25. Bargain claim says Worth fully double, suggesting a sale price range and value emphasis for bedding goods.
Two lots of men slippers will be found by this week s shoppers Lot 1 priced 49c features imitation alligator Everett and Jopera slippers in tan or black velvet chenille with regular 75c to 90c value Lot 2 priced 69c offers silk and chenille embroidered velvet and opera slippers with quilted linings and leather options Value ranges from 1 00 to 1 35.
Table cloths in turkey red and white two yards wide and two and a half yards long priced at least $1.25, today on sale for 79 cents.
Fragmented timetable notes list trains to Albany, Scranton and western routes with times like 6.05 1015 and 6.20 am, referencing connections to Montreal Boston and New York. It mentions fares such as $95 and routes via Lebleh Valbe and Black Diamond. Complete information available at ticket offices.
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