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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1896
Page
3
The article notes a versatile comedian performing in New York and describes his range from Yankee types to ethnic characters. It highlights his demand for a strong supporting company and his appeal in late nineteenth century vaudeville circuits.
A special commission convened to review Frank Shifter’s bid for extra work on the Thirteenth District sewer. Shiffer, backed by attorney J. M. Prondes, argues additional labor and materials were ordered by city officials and requests over $400. the city disputes the claim as not specified in the contract. The panel will draft a report for the councils through the roads and bridges committee. Webury's Flour mill remains listed with a capacity of 17,400 barrels daily.
February criminal court opened with Judges Archbald and Gunster. J. W. Gardner confessed to long criminal history and received two years and six months of solitary confinement. Vito Bianca, 14, jailed sixty days for carrying weapons. multiple defendants faced firearms and fraud charges with various sentences pending. Workingmen's Hall case ruled liquor on premises is unlawful. defendants convicted. McLaughlin convicted of pocketbook robbery. sentencing set for Saturday.
The Corse Payton company opened a seven night engagement at the Frothingham theater with The Galley Slave drawing crowded houses. Reviewers praised elaborate scenery and electrical effects, noting the cast’s strong performances led by Grace Fox and Kirk Brown as Sidney Norcott.
Injured men from the Sherman Avenue affray are recovering well. Officers and medics removed a bullet from Lawson Phe at Cheavies Josimmen as crews describe the injuries and the scene, noting the suspects and bystanders involved.
A Gibson Street resident reports two men canvassing for crayon portraits made from her photograph. After offering promises of top quality they obtained her plate neg. She refused payment for a likeness she did not accept. Police retrieved her photo from the studio and other portraits are said to be withheld as well. The men are described as strangers in the city.
The St Johns Total Abstinence and Benevolent Society of Pine Brook will stage its tenth annual entertainment at Capote Avenue Hall tomorrow evening. Arrangements head Hugh Franey and other top city entertainers will perform as the event aims to surpass prior years. Show starts at 8 15 pm with a 24 cent admission.
The White Slave a Bartley Campbell drama was produced at the Academy of Music last night under the management of Robert and John Campbell. A capable company delivered the performance, staged in an effective manner.
Purchasers urged to buy Bleighs at drastic reduction rather than carry them over. Horsford’s Acid Phosphate or Dr J Guy McCandress brand mentioned as cures. Sleighs available now at f22 and G24 Spruce Street.
In chambers yesterday Judge H M Edwards presided over five divorce hearings. Key details include: Jenny Chromes alleges her husband John L Chromes vanished in 3 years of marriage begun March 26 1876 and rumored imprisonment in Luzerne County. John Chase sues Emma Chase after she left Iowa then moved to La Phame and never returned despite efforts. Samuel Nicholls sues Priscilla Nicholls who left after disputes and later lived with others. testimony shows a dissolute pattern. Maud Churchill seeks separation from William Fritz after abusive conduct and alleged betrayal. Martha Diehling seeks separation from John Gebtine after years of absence and unexplained disappearances. Attorneys McAn drawn Scragg Holgate and others represented diverse parties.
A vivid local note recalls Katie Rooney daughter of Pvt Rooney dazzling the Derby Mascot show at Davis Theater. Her mimicry of Pat Kooney earns cheers while the melodrama and two handworked props captivate the audience. The performance repeats tonight and tomorrow.
The Lackawanna Trust Company announced a semi annual 2 percent dividend and boosted surplus by 16 000 dollars. A stockholders meeting at Lennon elected directors including W T Smith H A Anderson Henry Relin Jr William Connell Pod Horan George Sanderson and others and re elected officers President W T Smith Vice President H J Anderson and Treasurer John W Fowler.
The Republican calls for united backing of Colonel Ripple as the party’s chosen candidate. It pledges earnest support from the party and its members, insisting on a solid front for the city’s best interests and noting harmony with Ripple regardless of outcomes.
Edwin G. Lloyd opens a new jewelry store in the Hotel Jermyn building in Scranton promising a model shop. The article notes Lloyd’s years of successful jewelry business on Lackawanna Avenue and urges immediate inspection of the refined establishment.
Hue, a young and trusted merchant, has built a first class trade through legitimate methods. His new Lloyd's Jewelry store displays costly mahogany furniture and magnificent, splendorous interiors that attract admiration.
February 14 is the final date to file liquor license applications in the county. Clerk of Court Thomas reports under fifty received so far, far fewer than the typical 550 yearly. The license court term begins in March with judges hearing license requests and objections. A South Abington township Citizens’ ticket lists candidates for supervisors, school directors, town clerk, treasurer, and other local offices.
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