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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1896
Page
8
A skeptical look at claims for Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets. The ad argues digestion is misled by humbug, cites ingredients like digestive ferments and enzymes, and warns against cathartic remedies while promoting the product as a non-cathartic stomach aid. It notes accessibility through druggists and a centering address for more information.
In Carbondale the Hannon and Moore newsdealers on North Main Street announce advertisements job work and item offerings will receive prompt attention. The office is open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
A magistrate and jury absolved Lamb from fault in a domestic disturbance at Simpson. Charles Lamb accused W White of threats after finding White with Lambs wife. The jury cleared Lamb and charged White with costs of the case.
Miss Grace Bagley hosted a Sunday school bite class gathering at her home on Saturday afternoon. Attendees included Beatle Watson Ning Raynor Pea belle Yarrington Ving Lindsay Maith Courtright Almira Rankin Lizzie Kase Cosele Judwin Edith Buckland and Catherine Thomas.
Revival meetings at the Methodist Episcopal church, sponsored by the Epworth League, will be renewed after a pause. Rev. Pte. Fimphing of Peckville preached last night, and over seventy new members have joined the church.
A neighborly party celebrated Miee Lo L Palrke’s seventieth birthday last Saturday at her Prookiin Street residence. Local friends enjoyed entertainment and refreshments in a warm, informal gathering.
Mrs. T. Pheree of Belmont street suffered a paralytic stroke on Saturday while walking with a lady friend on the sidewalk. She collapsed without warning and is in a precarious condition.
Local arts note announces Conroy and Fox set to perform at the Grand Opera House with details on dates and tickets to follow. Event promises a programs night of music and theatre for the community.
Conroy and Fox present a new comedy titled O Pleherty's Vocation next Friday evening. The act promises humorous sketches and lively stage dialogue in a classic Irish style.
The orchestra and cast held a full rehearsal of the Chimes of Normandy last night. Great interest is shown by the public with full houses expected for both performances.
John Maze and family visited relatives in Waymart on Sunday. Hugh Fox is ill at home on Powderly Street. Mr and Mrs Charles Hull of Elmira New York are visiting here. Constable Neary served papers on Traction Company officers in an injunction restraining street use for merchandise in violation of the franchise. Charles Beers of New York City visits Henry Berry of River Street. Knights of Father Mathew preparing for annual banquet. Cycle club to meet tonight with expected large attendance. Leap year social at C Avery's with Sunday school class featuring vocal and instrumental music and a joyous time.
The annual lap year party at the armory in Honesdale drew many guests. Decorations, card tables, divan seating, and refreshments filled the large rooms while Metapar’s orchestra performed two steps waltzes and lancers. Guests and committees listed include Mrs Wallace Tame bert and Miss THurdlet Staunton. Supper arrangements and local events follow as the week progresses.
Miss Sylvanus ill at home on Dell Place while Miss Sarah Coatese visits her brother in Yatesville Pa. Gilmartin was a caller in Scranton yesterday. Clinton Carey of Berwick spent Sunday with the Taylors on Hickory Street. A Footbal game is planned for Washington’s Birthday February 22 between Peckville and Jessup with Captain Brooks predicting a strong local showing. Young residents enjoyed a sleigh ride to Carbondale and a gathering at Mr Meyers. John W Miles of Riverside and Mary F Magen of Winton wed in a Justice of the Peace ceremony last Saturday. John Gaod on Main Street hosted a pleasant evening with a large group of friends. A donation in the Methodist Episcopal church parlors next Monday evening benefits the justice Rey St. Simpkins.
teachers hold monthly institute this Saturday. Wo Nicholson resigns from Clark Chapin Bushnell and moves to Brooklyn to work with Gambler Bieywele company. Youngs Men's Institute plans smoker next Monday evening. Miss Kate Campbell and Miss Emma Solby visit Jermyn friends. Florence Miller recovering in Scranton after illness. Mr and Mrs James P. Wynn attend funeral in Tilleton. Home Missionary society to entertain with supper on Friday February 22. Rumor claims new water company will source from Rishbrook, supplying artesian well water to Jermyn. Anna Honeton organizes water color and pastel class in Carbondale. Funeral of Johnnie Sinmers. Mrs Charles W Stanton visits from Carbondale. Delaware and Hudson miners paid yesterday. Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup advertised for teething and diarrhoea, 25 cents.
Miss Kate Costello of Jermyn spent time with her mother Mrs Wini Fred Costello of Lincoln street. A sleigh ride to Archbald entertained local youths. The school board met last evening and ordered salaries for teachers and janitors drawn. Lengthy text references Miss Kate Dolphin of North Main street visiting In Olyphant and events at Johnson No 1 colliery bringing joy to homes.
Townwide business activity rises as dances by the clares draw crowds. Primitive Methodist church plans entertainments to aid the parsonage fund. Burke and Company movers shift premises opposite Erbe's hotel. Various residents attend fairs and visits in nearby Peckville and Olyphant.
The Virgil class began the fifth book last Thursday and will finish the sixth this term. Mentrose and Dalton residents visit. a Baptist church meeting, minstrel fundraiser, and various society activities are reported. Flooding damages fields. baseball prep requires grading. local clubs elect officers and plan events.
The newly elected officers of Washington camp No 34 Patriotic Order Sons of America were installed last Saturday night. District President David J. Davis led a ceremony attended by a large delegation from Washington camp No 665 Hyde Park and other lodges followed by a banquet at Muete hall.
Winton Harry Conners returns to Troy after a week with his brother BE. Rh Conners and Mrs. Seward Curtis of Blakely visit relatives in town. George Taylor and Dave Morgans call in Scranton. William Morgans visits family in Scranton. Annie Pletcher visits sister in Brooklyn. Henry Rasp and Sadie Stein Metz return from Wind Gap. Peters of Sandy Run guests of Schneur couple. Liggle Winters and Emma Welbourn return to Minooka after visit. William Mickle convalescent. Archbald Ladies Aid to meet at Mrs. Stephen Cairns home Wednesday afternoon. Nettie Morgans and Tena Hunter visit Bessie Callaway.
Mrs Patrick Durkin returns from Wilkes Barre where she spent Sunday. Town fair by Mayfield Cornet Band draws supporters to their showcase. J Dedivan and party of Jermyn friends sleigh ride to Scranton. Christopher Dunleavy Sr in convalescence.
The Scranton Democrats rally around a disputed mayoral contest two weeks before the election. They warn Republicans may spread fraud while noting internal Republican dissensions lack substance. They praise Colonel Kura HW as a worthy Republican candidate and suggest a strong challenge ahead for both parties.
Symptoms Moisture intense itching and stinging worsen at night. If untreated the sores form ulcers, bleed and become very sore. Swayne's Intment stops itching and bleeding heals ulceration and removes tumors in most cases. Sold by druggists or mail for 50 cents. Dr Swayne and Son Philadelphia CD
Miss Grace Waterman returns to school after illness. Roy French of Susquehanna mourns a brother’s illness. A housing shortage leaves few empty homes in town. Joannes Florence visits family in Boston. Sunday school rally set for Mapnet church morning. William Brown and family of Tringhamton visit town. Nellie Hanrahan departs for Scranton Business College.
The Amphion Ladies Mandolin and Vocal quartet will perform at Nicholson Opera House. Ten young ladies plan a leap year social there tonight. Local teachers institute met at the schoolhouse last Saturday with James, Horton, Keeler, Wood, Stark and Henson in attendance. Rev Waterbury visited Electric City yesterday. Mrs John Williams returned to Orange New Jersey Saturday.
An unique entertainment described as a birthday party will be held at the Methodist Episcopal church on Thursday evening February 13 at 7 20 p m. The event is organized under the direction of the Cedar Avenue Methodist Bees church choir of Scranton.
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