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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1894

Page

5

City Notes and Local Appointments in Scranton

City items report Charles Samueluin’s death at Lackawanna hospital and new liquor licensing attempts. Notables include Eugene O Rourke at the Wicklow Pitman. Mayor Connell signing a release for Sarah Kimes. marriage licenses granted to Walsh Harris and Carey May. plans for a kindergarten in the Second Presbyterian mission chapel. hospital treasurer appointment for Jobo Snyder. a sleighing party at Atherton & Co.. and local sports and church events with Scranton and Pittston ties.

Charled Samueluin Lacka- Want Eugene O'Rourke Wicklow Academy of Music Wood Tullege Delaware, Lackawanna and Weaters Company Sloan Hampton Insue Connell Sarah Kimes Jan Or Keystone Olyphant O'bhea’s A. Bergan Prowse Sayre Waverly Second Presbyterian Church Atlamus A. M. Atherton & Co Providence Square William Atherton Woodlawn Farm Clark Elm Park Henry Baker Penn Avenue Teama Scranton Pittston B.C. Post Carmichael J. Brown EC. Mellon John Laura David MoArt P. A. Holbert Livingston Colleg Saleabury N.C Vallio Mi Bommerbill Scranton Basket Atete Nanticole Davia Jay McGoddrioke Keer Wefite Oster Williams and Tonking Pyeteiney Mahy Hes W. E. Miller George Warburton New York W. C. Douglas Philadelpuis James Logan On Boston Sin Country Rere Uv Anny Coc Whi Accpr

Irregularities debated at Poor Board meeting in January

The Poor Board held a full session with Director Langetait presiding. Mrs. Swan questioned care for Mrs. Burns and urged Mr. Gibbons to investigate calls while Mr. Scragg claimed irregularities in Mrs. Cunningham’s affair. The meeting referred cases to Directors Gibbons Tropp and others and set committees for the year.

Langetait Diretor Gibbons McMahon Luackawatha Hospital Jones Gueater Paina Onaty Door Manley Murphy John B Gillespie Thomas Shotten Johngibbons Scragg Walter Riggs Mary Bona Bf, Killum Conningham Gibbons Mr. Gibbons Attorney Scragg Lanegataff Langataff Tropp Swan and Williams Williams, Shotten and Tropp, Shotten Hbna Shotten, Swan and

Tribune Coupon Offer For Readers Reveals Discount Bundles

The Tribune announces coupon deals allowing readers to redeem four coupons for popular book volumes. Offers include 15 cents per volume plus four coupons for a set, with choices like Dickens complete works priced at $4.75 for ten volumes. Distribution points include Penn Avenue and Borice Street.

Tribune Ome Owrnee Penn Avenue Borice Street

Proposals Sought for New Elmhurst Boulevard Construction

Bids for building the Elmhurst Boulevard from Arthur Avenue to Elmhurst are to be received next week. Proposals may be sent to Major C. C. Mattes of Lackawanna Iron and Coal Company Engineering Department. The road will cross Nay Aug falls via an overhead bridge and Erie tracks, with width 18 to 24 feet and red shale topping.

Elmhorst Zoe C. C. Mattes Lackawanna Iron and Coal Company Arthur Avenue Mulberry Nay Aug Falls Erie Elmhurst Henry Wehram Aharge

New Republic Savings Branch Formed in Scranton

A branch of the Republic Savings and Lawn association of New York was organized in Scranton at the office of Resident Manager 8 Cal lender. The branch has 140 savers holding 250000 dollars in stock with J. W. Peck as president and James M. Everhart as first vice president. Colonel AG Schoonmaker and five others serve as vice presidents, with A I Clay as secretary and SN Callender as treasurer. An appraisal committee includes Joseph F. Bauteigter and a long list of directors headed by J. W. Pook and J. M. Everhart.

Republic Savings and Lawn Association of New York Callender Scranton Elvctor J. W. Peck James M. Everhart AG Schoonmaker G Kerr A i Clay SN. Callender Watson & Dishl H.T Kostler C M. Truman A. R. Raub E Bc Pranklin Joseph FP. Bauteigter J. W. Pook J. M. Everhart A. G. Schoonmaker Samuel McKachon Sg, Kerr W. W. Watson

Two Lectures By Rev Dr MacArthur Planned In Scranton

An upcoming week features Rev Dr MacArthur of Calvary Baptist Church giving two lectures in Scranton. Thursday at Elm Park Church will cover Glimpses of Sunny Spain from historic Hill tops with stories of Columbus and Ferdinand II. Friday at Jackson Street Baptist Church will present Chips from Many Shops and discuss current topics of the times.

New York Sr. S MacArthur Calvary Baptist Church Elm Park Church Spain Columbus Ferdinand I Igabvila

Shank's Arcade Shoe Store Slashes Prices in February Sale

The well known shoe merchant Shank of the Arcade Shoe Store announces spring goods arriving but limited space. To clear current stock he offers sale prices at cost, with a February push that drops prices to five dollars at three plus other items proportionally reduced. After February 24th the cost prices end.

Chant Shank Arcade Schank Suhank

Mortal tragedy at Waverly ends in self-inflicted gunshot

Samuel Hall of Waverly, a 52 year old Radford & Son drug store clerk, shot himself early yesterday. Mrs Hall, summoned for water, found him on the bedroom floor. he died minutes later. Coroner Kelly investigated the case, noting his long rheumatic suffering may have unbalanced his mind.

Hall Kelly

Sound Disc Cure Promises Free Cabinet Photos in February

New Yong Feb. Ere eoY watches Sound Disc trend praised by HA Wales of Ashland Block Chicago as patients regain hearing after years of treatment. DeWitt plans to present every tenth person a free 16 by 20 cabinet photo crayon portrait with no coupons required and one to three free offers daily.

New Yong Eoy Lave HA. Wales Ashland Block Chicago Reaiwning Pebrawry DeWitt

Mystic Swing Reopens After Repairs This Morning

After a brief closure for repairs the Mystic Swing announces reopening at 9 o clock this morning. The venue invites patrons to enjoy new attractions including a Turkish bath and free rides for all children from 600 Sprace Street opposite the Court House.

McBnion Sprace Street Court House

How To Buy Kitchen Goods Cheap Battin Co Ad

Readable ad fragment urges bargain kitchen goods from Battin Co. at Groves' on Spruce Street with pricing hints. Mentions purchase guidance and location for shoppers.

Battin @ Co

Judge G. sternly condemns constable bribery in arson case

The court heard multiple criminal matters led by Judge Gunster. Joseph Gerjunas faced charges of improper relations with a boardinghouse servant Amelia Progolosky. The case included testimony of the servant’s companion and a bribe claim by Constable William Reese, who admitted arresting Gerjunas for $1.50. The judge threatened removal from office and denounced police corruption. The Rowlands, charged with arson, were found guilty. the son was acquitted.

Clerjunas Crerjanas Miss Progolosky Germunus William Reese Gerjunas Miss Progoloaly Joseph Kendrick Gerjunua Reese Fendrick Ganuster the Rowlands Joan Mary Rowlands William Rowland Nole Pronequis Costa A. E Cooper James White John E. O'Malley Emil Lchmidt Max Phillips John H. Troy Darby Dougherty John Boylon Adam Commigky William Barcobays W.ed. Appleman Shelinsky Frank Rica Balthasser Barber Stanislaus Zalinsky Baen J. Gvanska Veronica Gransky Rudolph Fobwarts

Court Session for Fourth Street Tippling Case Adjourns

In the afternoon court heard the Fourth Street tippling house case with William Colleran as prosecutor. The trial proceeded to the jury just before the court adjourned.

Tippling House Fourth Street Ballaver William Colleran

Ambiguous Trade Rumor Involving Tae TrungStake

Rumor claims William Connell Everett Warren William J. Smith and J Ripple sold their Tae Trung interest to Livy and Richard Jacks contr. maton. The text denies a Scranton firm Wood and Richard Lenapaper propristora and notes uncertain reactions to Tae Thutne’s editor amid Himerous Hatverley notices.

Cricket William Connell Everett Warren William J. Smith J. Ripple Tae Trung Livy Richard Jacks Maton Anxious Inquirer Scranton Wood & Richard Lenapaper Propristora Itis Tae Thutne Hatverley Yesefgar

Manola-Mason Company Delights Scranton Audience

The Manola Mason company in Friend Fritz drew a large crowd at the Academy of Music last night. Exquisite scenes drew applause and encores for Legend of Clairefontaine Song of the Wedding Ring and the Bachelor's Song. The company earned an enthusiastic welcome in Scranton once more.

Alexander Konko Roma Okmovits J. Redelevitz Anthony Toroski Paul Redelevitz Rank Waleh Carbondale Konuko Toroaki M. A. McGithey Frank Walsh Howards Walsh Manola-Mason Company Fritz Academy of Music Clairefontaine Scranton Manola- Mason Company

W T Smith’s Acknowledgment Letter Donor of Charity

A letter to W T Smith treasurer of the Board of Associated Charities thanks him for a 1.15 donation representing 1 percent of rules, notes intention to repeat the generous offer, and expresses appreciation for his support of the city charity work.

W.T. Smith Board of Associated Charities Welcker Board of Associated Chariles Ijterest W.T. Faure Associated Courities

Mayor Connell Seeks Judicious Relief Funds

Mayor Connell announced a relief fund is being spent carefully with strict scrutiny of applicants. He noted only a little over $1,000 subscribed so far, leaving a small balance to aid needy residents after thorough investigations confirm need.

Qconnell Connell

Williams Chosen Secretary in Lackawanna Board

Anja Williams of this city was elected secretary of the Lackawanna Iron and Steel company to fill the vacancy caused by the death of E C Lynde. Williams has served in clerical roles for 26 years and sits on the Scranton council and as tax collector of the Scranton Poor District.

Lackawanna Iron and Steel Company New York Anja Williams E. C Lynde Williams Lackawanna [Ronang Steel Company Liversteeth Scruanton

World’s Pair Art Portfolio Offered in Four Parts

Readers urged to collect the four part portfolio with a prize for forty cents, plus ten cents per part. An invoice arrived yesterday for Part J, IL, indicating ongoing distribution and sales activity.

Part J

Second District Republican Convention in Scranton

Pursuant to a standing committee resolution a convention will be held in the arbitration room at the courthouse Scranton February 14 1894 at 2 pm to elect one delegate to the state convention in Harrisburg May 24 Vigilance committees hold primaries February 10 4 to 7 pm Mittan chairman KoLn secretary Beranton Pa.

Dietelet Second Legislative District Court House Scranton Harrisburg Mittan A. J KoLn Beranton Daa

Third District Republicans Convene in Scranton for Delegate

Purgnant to a standing committee resolution a convention is set in the arbitration room of Scranton's court house on Tuesday in February at 2 PM to elect a delegate to the state convention in Harrisburg. Vigilance committees will hold primaries on Saturday February 4 between 4 and 7 PM. Secretary names listed: Joan McChixpig. Venue: Scranton, Pa. January 27, 184.

Court House Scranton Harrisburg KJ. Noutiur Joan McChixpig Pree Iro Tum Sordnton

Republic Savings and Loan to hold stockholders meeting

The Republic Savings and Loan association of New York has sold over 2,000 shares in Scranton and calls a meeting for Friday at 2 p.m. in the Dime Bank building to elect officers and directors. New stock will be offered. J G Jindd will be present to explain the plan. Bring a guest. advance orders noted and Christmas photo gifts offered.

The Republic Savings and Loan Association New York Ite Scranton Folk Dime Bank Ate J. G. Jindd

Mezzotype at Giroves Featuring World’s Fair Parts

An Elmira Telegram notice promotes the mezzotype at Giroves with four parts titled The Art Portailing. It emphasizes a large invoice of parts arriving today and notes Parts III and IV will be ready in a few days. Simultaneously, a Florida course directs orders.

West Side Injured Man After Runaway Horse Attack

William John of North Rebecca Avenue suffered a painful injury when struck by a runaway horse while en route to town. A pleasant surprise party honored Fred Kahlman at his Lafayette street home. The Welsh Baptist church youth society chose reps for a Browning cup debate against the Vesper Society. A sleighing party to Archbuld included George Skilboro and others. Rabecos Griffiths funeral noted. Sleighing party to Dalton from Millar and Morgan households listed. Celia Lewis hosted a pleasant evening at Lafayette street. Helen Potter’s class rode to Olyphant. Frank Statter marked his fifty eighth birthday at the Stotter House. Diamond mine workers were paid yesterday as Oxrr’s home team’s meatly supply remains at market.

William John North Rebecca Avenue Fred Kahlman Lafayette Street Young People's Literary and Debating Society First Welsh Baptist Church E. E. Robathan W. A. Price John J. Davies Vesper Society Peon Avenue Baptist Church George Skilboro Elmer Crand Pierce Fellows J. Heese Cowrlee Brenneman Phil Rosur Lattimer Reese George Wetting Archbuld Rabecos Ebenezer Grifiths Bellevue Dalton Theodore Millar Alf Mre Olyphant Frank Statter Stotter North Main Avenue Oxrr

South Side News Roundup Brings Tragedy And Events

Mra Sebastian Graimel of Alder street died yesterday from a cancerous womb growth after four physicians and an operation failed. Mrs Richard Znleger on Alder street is dangerously ill. Meadow Brook mill worker wounded. J H Brookes in a hand bandage. South Side Glee club directed by EF A Williams new. Mystic Swing novelty now five cents.

Sebastian Graimel Alder Street Evcn J. H. Brookes Meadow Brook All Mill Richard Znleger South Side Glee Club EF. A. Williams Meadow Brook Celtic Athletic Club Huusrath Metropolitan Insurance Company Spruce Julia Clare Irving Avenue Thomas Clare Ir. Haggerty

Knowledge for a Song and Local Notices

One young man selects S00 books covering a subject and maintains a library at nominal cost. Tomorrow's Elmira Telegram will contain an interview with Mr William Con poli on congressional matters. Dr C C Lavancen dentist at Gas and Water company building Waterss Avenue notes latest improvements after eight years in Beranton.

Alnivet Oman Elmira William Conpoli C C. Lavancn Gas and Water Company Waterss Avenue Beranton

Very stylish. The new provens photos at Groves

Chea Meau butter, fancy, 29 vente. Cour seu. For particulars about the coming of the Dollar Pole, road to-morrow's Telegram.

Provens Groves

Prices on Goods Slashed as Burr Building Lease Ends

The store plans to move remaining inventory to a new location and sell off items quickly at reduced prices. Featured offers include Shoes, Wood Pings, Hair Brushes, pails, preserves, Apple Butter, Baking Powder, and more with sharp discounts to clear stock. Customers urged to come for bargains while supplies last.

Burr Prothero

This Week Special Bargains for Ladies and Men

Weeklong sale features felt trimmed sailors corsets and woolen mitts for children. Offer includes untrimmed felt mats, wool blend waists and mittens, plus men’s leather gloves and wool lined dress gloves. Monday only prices run from one to five dollars, while stock lasts.

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Norrman & Moore Fire Insurance Wyatting Avenue Lackawanna Penn Ave Warman Lacka. Avenue Wyoming Ave City Notes CouncilMas Sorage Eyehauge Pun Rugby Seria Oxford New Elmhurst Boulevard Numea Dr. MacArthur Samuel Hall Rugby Columbia Sevrce Spruce Street Gunster Rowlands John Walsh Joseph Gerjunas Priceburg Gouster Amelia Progolosky Joseph O'Brian Comogya W. H. Stanton Mica Progulesky Thhown Ts'tooa Witll Exlwarda Patrick Cain W. T. Smith Foranton Ec, Lynde Griffin Giroves Sprace Florida Coursen S.C. Snyder D.d.s Wloming Ave West Side South Side Seo Henry Battin & CO Scranton Cash Store Washington Ave Dr. Hill & Son Albany Nalgia First National Bank Huntington Lackawanna Avenue Eureka Laundry Co. Cor Linden St Adams Ave Count Hovar Sguang Doven Boys Mouilay DR. Jafger
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