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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1895
Page
5
Readers report irregular deliveries traced to stolen papers. Tribune newspaper office offers a five dollar reward for information leading to the conviction of anyone caught stealing The Tribune from subscriber doorsteps.
Delaware and Hudson trainmen at Carbondale were paid yesterday. The Keretone Social club plans a Feb eve hop. Rehearsal of the Chimes of Norwnig tonight above Powell's music store. Company C basketball challenges any team to a mock belt at any time or place. John Kinney's will admitted to probate and Mary A Kinney named executrix. George Taylor Enterprise dancing class to stage a masquerade ball tomorrow at Excelior hall. Asbury Sunday school entertainment postponed by storm, now set for tomorrow evening. D L & W mine workers at Pine Taylor Holden paid today. Trainmen paid yesterday. Marriage licenses: Henry Philip and Hertha W Roeder. County commissions suspend Commonwealth tax payments today through Wednesday due to election duties. Funeral of Mrs Emeline Carlson this morning with Circle No 8, O.O., meeting at Mrs Helen Milory’s. Editor John McCarthy invites Lehich Valley Writers’ Club to dinner at Central Hotel, Hazleton, Saturday night. Judge Edwards refused to stay execution in Rewly and Brogan case. rule also in Williams case. Sacred Music society rehearsed first time this season. the orma Baul of Tarsus being taken up.
Unclear report describes an incident at Spruce street with a alleged loot by an employe named Mitchell and a color bearing crowd, followed by a season opening with a concert at the Young Men's Christian Association. Local legal action and property sale details are noted, along with the Temple Quartette from Boston performing and a Jewish wedding at Hickory Street Synagogue amid a crowded program at Music Hall.
James Conners of Cayuga Street Promilence was arrested last night on a warrant issued by Alderman Roberts at his son’s request. The charge alleges Conners threatened to kill his son and other family members. He was committed to the county jail without bail. About twelve years ago he was jailed for killing his wife with a pistol. he served ten years in the penitentiary. Since his release he has lived with his son, but has appeared demented and at times violent and threatening.
Mr and Mrs Lemuel Amerman hosted a large gathering at 412 Clay Avenue. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Knapp Dir and Mrs Barnes Dr and Mrs Copwell Mr and Mrs Connell Mayor and Mrs WL Connell and many others from the local community.
Weather and cold halted excavation for the Linden Street and Spruce Street bridges. Crews paused operations last Thursday and plan to resume Linden Street work this morning. If Linden Street masonry is not finished by March 2, contractors incur daily penalties. Spruce Street deadline is May 15.
The Associated Charities appeals for food clothing and fuel as crowds queue at the city hall daily. The Tribune notes widespread demand and a generous but strained response from donors. Many residents endure hardship and seek relief through immediate aid.
The Tribune urges Scranton residents to donate toward completing and furnishing the YMCA building on Wyoming Avenue. It asks for contributions up to ten thousand dollars and requests donors note the Pinkhing and Purikhing Purik, pledging funds as a debt of honor and promising prompt acknowledgment.
The text describes an address related to The Tribune in Missouri Alabama and mentions vending and publishing terms. It appears as garbled OCR with incomplete phrases and unclear context.
The Tribune reports a plan to raise funds to finish and furnish the Scranton Young Men's Christian Association building. Readers may donate any amount by mail or in person, with acknowledgments published daily. The article notes costs and ongoing needs to complete and equip the facility for community use.
The Board of Associated Charities met in city hall with Colonel BW Ripple presiding and Rev. Rogera Tate as secretary. Members included T Kelley and J Cohen. reports cited February treasurer figures, action to remove two Charles Hall children from a Raymond court resort, and appeals for funds and aid.
The article notes aid to Hill side Home three persons and Home for the Friendless two, St. Joseph Founding Home two, with seven persons sent home and ten given work. Cash donations totaled 195 dollars plus items including coats, garments, flour, groceries, a tomatoes case, and two organizations to provide similar support.
James Corcoran was killed instantly in a Dickson shaft blast while inspecting a fresh shot. The blast threw him several feet, crushing the left side of the skull and badly marring his face. He was born in Mayo County Ireland and had lived in New York and Chicago before residing on Brick Avenue.
Davis a Providence contractor sues Miss A May Wilcox for 35000 alleging she slandered him and ruined his contracting business. Wilcox claims the engagement was never formalized and accuses Davis of an indecent proposal triggering the breach of promise suit.
The Board of Health received six bottles of toxin produced in Germany. Dr Wy OB Allen will supervise tests alongside Scranton physicians and Health Officer Allen to determine safety and efficacy.
A benefit performance for Crystal Porte company drew a large audience at the Academy of Music. The realistic drama impressed patrons, who gave hearty applause. Finance bills for Kinness and Hospital Mund are due by the stated third. Don’t miss the Great Morelen Power at Turner Hall Monday evening.
Dr Allen N. Leete of the Sunday News recounts an old fortune twist from 30 years ago. He aided Henry Carey with 600 and later learned Carey’s will left $50,000 to Leete’s acquaintance, a California millionaire, prompting Leete to travel west for verification.
James Cummings advertising manager of the Scranton Truth and Jennie Berguson of Lackawanna street Olyphant wed at St Patrick's Church Olyphant with Rev Murphy officiating Captain D K Chase and Miss Leslie Blewitt as attendants. The ceremony followed by a reception at the bride’s home and a honeymoon trip to Philadelphia and Washington DC. guests praised the couple and future happiness predicted.
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