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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1897

Page

5

City Notes From the Region Include Lectures and Local Affairs

Dr WL FR. Connen will lecture this evening for St Peters society of Mellevire. The board of managers of the blame for the Prientiless met yesterday to authorize payments on the new Home building. A large portion of the afternoon the ceiling of the store of Food Christian fell Wednesday afternoon injuring a show crowd. stock was damaged. Repair will begin on the Jersey Cement passenger station on West Lickawabna Avenue after noon collision. Constables plan to urge county commissioners to study the recent change in the fe LIL trimming remuneration. Mrs T Hose hosted a gathering at 105 Tenth Street with Ladies Aid members of Airee Lutheran church. Rev Tr W Buck of Lewisburg will preach at Trinity Palted Evangelion church Little Hagland. The fourth quarterly conference will follow. A large gathering enjoyed a Tahoe at the new dancing academy in Carter bathring, corner of Adams Avenue and Linden Street with Bauer’s orchestra. Scranton Bicycle Club to elect officers next month. No definite mention of candidates yet. Allermin Nowe obtained a warrant for arrest of Dolla Larkin after Marie ONeill alleged dissatisfaction. wound near left eye observed. They reside in Dunmore. Alderman Wright heard a case where Charles Tarber sued Chines and A Conrad for moving a bullring. building collapse blamed on faulty supports. decision reserved.

WL FR. Connen St. Peters Society Mellevire Christian Atock Dt Jersey Cement T. Hose Tenth Street Ladies Aid Airee Lutheran Church Tr. W. Buck Lewisburg Trinity Palted Evangelion Church Little Hagland Danncing Academy Carter Bathring Adams Avenue Linden Street Bauer Scranton Bicycle Club Mindidgies Allermin Nowe Dolla Larkin Marie O'Neill Taarkin Barber Clulina Deolalon

Fourth Chamber Concert Delights Scranton Audience

The final chamber concert of the season impressed with unified feel and featured Prof. Hemberger. Griegs sonata in F showcased violinist mastery, while the Tremberger quartet offered originality and surprises, causing both praise and cautious critique. Tenor Wooller sang two numbers with strong voice and was warmly encored.

Hemberger Grieg Scranton Ale Woooler

War of steel rails spurs huge orders and price clash

Railroads order 500000 tons as Carnegie Steel and Wimnole Steel fight price cuts after a pool disruption. Prices at $15 a ton for standard rails in Chicago and $16 in Pittsburgh prompt large spring deliveries. Carnegie visits Pittsburgh to discuss policy with partners amid market bets on exports and future price moves.

Chicago Carnegie Sinois Steel Company Carnegie Steel Company, Limited Pittsburg Wimnole Steel Compainy Ciloneo Hind Ite Carnegie Company Agens Clérnegle Company Western and Southern Scranton Lackawanna Steel Company Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Delaware and Thudson Canal and Railway Company Vanderbilte Lackawanna Company Pennsylvania Bethlehem Steel Companies Matrehind Steel Company Maryland Steel Comppany Bs Battimore and Ohly Dennsylvania Steel Company Pennsylvania Railroad Bethlehem Erie, Gehigh Valley Reading Pennsylvania Cambria Carnegie Steel Companies Rockefeller Carnegie Steel Company Oliver Steel Missal Conneaut Andrew Carnegie John D. Thockefeller Lona Vale Rale Mills Tlingit

Fruit Sale Listing With Oranges and Naval Fruits

Fragmentary notice describes fruit sale with various orange items and Naval Oranges. Mentions wholesale and retail options and includes scattered brandlike names and terms.

Dloweni Taliforri Anne Setts

Reat bargains in hair switches at t ceony s

Local hair dresser offers bargains on hair switches at 217 Lacks avenue with promotional pricing and limited stock. customers urged to visit shop for quick service and discounts.

Langowski Arrested Over Criminal Libel Charge

Polish weekly editor Daniel Langowski was arraigned before Alderman W. Miller on a criminal libel charge filed by Rev. Bronishiw Iwandulski of Priceburg. Langowski was held on 1000 bail and the case, tied to ongoing editor priest disputes, continues this week in criminal court.

Daniel Langowski W. 8. Millar Bronishiw Iwandulski Priceburg St Ine Criminal Court Langowski

Was a Real Villain Misses Pocketbook Heist at Theater

William Emery of the Floy Crowell company reports his pocketbook disappeared from his dressing room at Frothingham after he left it on a shelf while changing for La Belle Russe. The $60 in bills and a diamond watch were missing. Emery suspects a backstage thief, has consulted Detective Silverbere, and fears the loss may force the company to end.

William Emery Floy Crowell Company Mr. Emery the Frothingham Rallyoud Uckers Emery Silverbere

Holiday Shooting Match on Washington Birthday at Dunmore Range

A shooting match on Washington's birthday will be held at the Dunmore range with off hand 200 yards, open to all comers under German Schützen rules. The heated shooting house and battery pit ensure the event proceeds in any weather. Entries allowed for rifles and guns with or without globe sights.

Washington Dunmore Rife No. 6 Smith Street

Lace Factory Closed After Sheriff Levy

Deputy Sheriff J. D. Ferber levied the Stranton Lace Curtain factory and advertised a sale for next Thursday February 18. Additional executions were entered against the company including balances owed by Catherine Winton deceased and by A J Anderson trustee for amounts of 10000 and 25000 dollars and 10000 and 3500 dollars respectively.

J. D. Ferber Stranton Lave Hotate Catherine Winton A. J. Anderson

Mayor Bailey Reviews South Side Sewer Route Plight

Mayor James G. Bailey with City Engineer Joseph Phillips and Street Commissioner Ringley toured the South Side district to inspect the proposed main sewer. He saw ice, mud, and flooded gutters, and heard residents urge sewer construction as essential for property values and street safety. The council has passed the ordinance. Bailey will decide after Feb 17.

James G. Bailey Joseph Phillips Ringley Efmy Pittston Avenue Elm Street Cedar Avenue Remington Avenue Maple Street Phillips Wrestpfahl Spruks Ely

Drama double bill at Frothingham given by Miss Crowell

A fine four act drama Veneration of Money was staged yesterday afternoon and evening at Frothingham by Miss Crowell and company to a well pleased audience with strong acting and stagecraft.

Frothingham

Crowell Company Delivers Compelling Stage Double Feature

A Crowell company production showcases strong human interest with matinee of A Fatal Error and later performances of La Belle Russe. Critics praise the expert cast and the vivid drama, noting the evening show’s stirring impact and the afternoon matinee’s polished execution.

Crowell Company

Marriage Forbidden Kinship Sparks Court Case

Harry H. Plager of Berwick faces Lackawanna Court House jail for marrying his daughter by a prior marriage. The ceremony occurred in January with Rev. Jos steph KK Dixon officiating. Plager’s brother-in-law objects, prompting arrest and $500 bail after a warrant sworn.

Harry H. Plager Berwick Lackawanna John G. Cox Bloomsburg Thomas Josteph KK. Dixon Penn Avenue Pflager Millar Jack Tierney Herwick Mager Bessie Pilger Hye

A Midnight Bell shines in crowded Academy of Music

A standing room only crowd filled the Academy of Music last night for A Midnight Bell. Hoyt’s humor and the work of Dieky Bell and Liaura Josee Bell drew hearty laughter as the strong company staged this modern farce with sharp satire on hypocrisy.

Academy of Music Hoyt Dieky Bell Liaura Josee Bell

Ladies Whist Night Winners Named in Scranton Event

Thirty six ladies and gentlemen played whist at the Scranton Whist club rooms. Mrs Owens and W J Brown had the high score. Miss Dale and TH Dale won the east and west best. Numerous couples placed in other positions with names listed among the participants.

Scrantoon Mears Fuller B.J. Parrott C. Ed. Wade Kirkyiattek C. Ht. Fuller C. R. Pulley Thomas Evans Mra. Ly J. Labor Mise Bradley H. §. Robinson

Four Claim Damages Sued by Traction Company Victims

Four new damage suits filed yesterday against the Traction Company allege losses from electrical damage to shade trees, a Cedar Avenue collision, and injuries to a pedestrian. Plaintiffs include CD Rockwell of Providence seeking 500, Philip Frachan claiming 16,000, and others listed with furniture and wagon damages.

Traction Company Taylor & Lewis Rockwell Providencs Philip Frachan Trietion Company Hunt Gojideledger Providence Nicholas

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