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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1895
Page
5
A notice offers five dollars reward for information leading to conviction of anyone stealing The Tribune from subscribers doors, noting multiple irregular deliveries traced to theft.
The will of Mary J. Kennedy of Beranton was admitted to probate by Register Hopkin. Various local actions include a Delaware and Hudson Canal Co. payroll issue and mine employe sales. A marriage license was granted to Tarael Ouslander and Esther Welburger of Scranton. Youth groups, entertainments, and a grand opera house appearance by Ota Skinner and company are reported. The Kirmess diagram and church events are listed along with a police fine for John Reardon. A snow supper at Elm Park church drew many attendees.
A roster of individuals is referenced including Farrell, Morgan J Williams, Liew Allym Roberts, William A Paine, John Van Bergun, Alfred Twining, John J Tarr, Daniel Mannix, W Gaylort Thomas, William H Freeman, and David Ly Evans. No action or event details are provided.
Edwards, accused of larceny, resisted restraint in county jail by twisting his wrist to free himself, causing pain until recaptured. Warden Grimes observed his method and reported the attempted escape. Local lawyers Ward, Horn, Terney, and Jones receive notices of activity in the Rosehill murder case and Lackawanna courts. Ferber the fire engineer remains at home with a inflamed foot, and Michael McGovern is reported at risk after a nearby warehouse incident.
The Academy of Mudie premieres Oli Skinner in a new Clyde Fitch play with a strong company and scenic design by Walter Burridge. The cast includes famed performers as part of a lively program featuring A Baggage Check and Joseph Arthur’s The Still Alarm to follow on a busy Saturday night.
Richard Duskeet of Webster Avenue slipped on Penn Avenue yesterday afternoon and suffered a fractured thigh. He was carried by ambulance to Lackawanna Hospital and was reported resting comfortably last night.
The opening of the new building boosted social and educational activities at the Young Men’s Christian Association. Presidents listed include W. J. Hand and A. W. Brickson with D. M. Boles, W. J. Hind, and A. W. Dickson guiding its evolution. Secretaries span W. D. Mossman to George W. Mahy, highlighting expanded gospel meetings classes and social receptions supported by prominent women in religious circles.
The Ensign, an American naval play, drew a large audience at the Academy of Music despite bad weather. It centers on Ensign Ben Baird of the San Jacinto, court martialed for killing Lt. Horace Blythe of the English navy, and pardoned after strong efforts with President Lincoln portrayed on stage by Logia Pauhe.
The special fire department investigation committee met yesterday to examine charges that Chief Ferber kept the Niagara Company from service for a week. Ferber is home with rheumatism and asked for postponement. No evidence was heard and the committee adjourned. A local source says the inquiry may require joint council action, raising questions about mayor Connell’s next move.
The New York Herald reports from Lambertville that Moran of Scranton attempted to attend the wedding of Charles H. Callan and Mamie McAuliffe after revealing plans to marry Mamie. Moran, who had sent money for wedding expenses, faced public rebuke and left the ceremony quietly as witnesses described his intent to disrupt the nuptials.
A clipped notice notes Pillsbury's Flour Mills producing a malt of 17 000 barrels per day and mentions a funeral arrangement for John Quinnan aged eight with services at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon from 20 Orchard Direct.
Amos Robinson of Forest City sues Mrs Grace Hunter in a case heard by Alderman Fitzsimmons. The dispute centers on alleged theft of a blue bedroom suite and costs directed in court.
A severe snowstorm blankets Midale area causing near total travel paralysis. Streetcar lines halt, rail service deteriorates, and two electric sweepers with shovellers clear roads while horses haul on the outskirts. Passengers face delays and shortages as trains run late and fares rise amid blizzard conditions.
The mid year convention of the Woman s Christian Temperance unions of Luverne and Lackawanna counties will be held at the Methodist Episcopal church in West Pittston on Thursday and Friday March 14 and 15. Mrs Louise Rounds, president of the Illinois Woman s Christian Temperance union will give a Bible reading Thursday at 10 o clock. The Pittston Union invites all interested in temperance work to attend. Entertainment will be provided for all attendees. Telephone 242. Weary Road Co Lickiwalliw avenue for plumbing. City Scavenger. Business promptly attended to at reasonable prices. Charle Cooper Scranton supervisor. Have advised Dr Thoms Elastic Oil for croup and positive cure. Contributed by Win Ray at Mymouth Ave Buffalo NY. By a competent accountant posting experience and business ability required highest references. Advrews CJ Noyes Chenango Street Binghamton NY.
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