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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1898
Page
7
The Nay Aug Engine Company will meet in the second floor meeting room to report on damages from the Sixth avenue and Park place angling incident in Carbondale, confirmed by the court yesterday.
Miss Lois Burr daughter of Dr and Mrs A F Burr married Luthan Nelmont Mosher at noon yesterday in the Burr home 819 Madison avenue. Rev Rogers Teruel of St Luke's officiated with only family and close friends present.
A brief item notes a sale at Collins and Hackett’s store located at 220 Lacka Avenue offering half price on select bales. The notice highlights limited stock and a quick shop opportunity for bargain hunters.
General Manager William F. Hallstead of the Delaware Lackawanna and Western and Mrs. Hallstead hosted an elaborate evening at the Scranton Bicycle Club. The event drew over 260 guests with luxurious decor by G. J. Clark & Co and an extensive supper service. Attendees included numerous society figures from Scranton and distant cities, with Mrs. Hallstead sparkling in violet-toned brocade and a large banquet featuring a Green Room stage and live music by Bauer’s orchestra.
Robert Daly a young machine tender at Dickson Manufacturing Co fell victim to a grinding accident at the Clift works. While in charge of a drilling machine his right hand was mangled and partially severed. He was rushed to Lackawanna hospital where surgeons removed mangled tissue and treated the wound. Daly’s condition was not reported as alarming. He resides on Franklin Avenue.
Martin McAndrew of Moscow died during a severe snowstorm while attempting to reach his home. Searchers found his body about 200 feet from his house in a snowdrift. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday at St. Catherine's Church with interment in Moscow Cemetery.
Mr Weinsdein a drummer and guest at Hotel Jermyn hired a double cutter from Gorman’s livery for a Pittston trip. He expected a one hour ride but was gone several hours. On return he refused to pay more than $3 for the outfit and was arrested. Alderman Miller held the hearing.
Sale notice urges immediate purchase of Sulit suits offered at half price. Items listed include suits from $6 at Col ling Hackett, 220 Lacks, with emphasis on limited stock and time to buy.
New York pebble price reports indicate a 10 percent per ton advance for anthracite coal based on base rates and sizes. The adjustment is described as a logical outcome of the current cold spell affecting supply and demand.
Two boys Charles Hiendiges and Harry McLean and two girls Maggie and Ethel Parrett pleaded guilty to six burglaries including Liceck Curin's Leader dry goods and other stores. They face sentencing after authorities recount a spree that stirred fear in the Dunmore district and led to the chief’s pursuit.
Edward Horrigan stars as George Cogswell in Old Lavender at the Academy of Music with a lavish Court of Momus spectacle. Hinton Brothers' Superba dazzles at the Lyceum with a strong cast and elaborate scenery. Katie Rooney returns to the Academy with The Girl from Ireland for three days of shows next week.
A cryptic police log reports an incident at the courthouse involving una Hatem and a man named James BIS who was restrained by Patrolmen Jones and Evans. The offender was taken to headquarters and faces a morning hearing after a beating complaint at a residence.
A fragmented scene in a fashionable setting shows Baron Almerie boasting of ancient pedigree while Byron de Rothschild interrupts. A porter arrives and a bemused gentleman ponders family lore as a humorous exchange about service gratuities unfolds in a waiting room.
Three youths under fifteen were arrested for disorderly conduct after selling papers near Phelps Drug Store and Hotel Jermyn. Max Feldman Jacob Shier and Joseph Tierney faced Alderman Millar, fined two dollars or held at police headquarters for a further hearing.
Yesterday, Clerk Daniels issued marriage licenses to Richard Perrone and Annie Holman of Scranton, Henry Morgan and Catherine Lewin of Scranton, George Adams of Olyphant and Julie Kalto of Scranton, John Shiffer and Hattie Klopfer of Archbald, Fred Soline and Pauline Reidenbach of Scranton, and Luther Mosher Belmont and Lois Burr of Scranton.
The Patrick Malla case and his wife against a fraction company will be given to the jury today. Closing arguments were made yesterday by Judge Jessup for the company and Joseph O'Brien for the plaintiff. This ends the first week of the special court session.
Adclaims Hood's Pills as a popular family remedy for children and adults. The copy highlights claims of improving blood, rosy cheeks, vigor, and appetite, noting price two shillings for the bottle.
10 conte a vial for Dr Agnew's Liver Pills would not make them the same they enjoy today if the curative qualities were not in them. Worth will get Ln the top aid that accounts for the wonderful demand for those little pills. They positively cure Constipation Biliousness Sick Headache sold by Matthews Broa.
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