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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1899

Page

2

General Ernst Examines Beef Rations and Cuban Apologies Planned

Brigadier General George R. Minet completes inspection of 800000 to 900000 beef rations in army storehouses finding less than 2 percent spoiled. Cuban regret over the Garcia funeral prompts expected apologies to Major General Brooke. Maine cemetery ceremony to be attended by Navana and city council members.

Havana George RK Minet Hrooke Armouris Eietit Utans Garcia Caban Ware Mmde Helmvier Veterel Brooke United States Seventh Army Corps Rantamder Navana Thomas Eherin United States Maine Bis

Norcross Charged in Attempted Murder of Brother

Carl Norcross a well known Uniontown man is jailed for attempting to secure the death of his 11 year old brother Allen. After arrest Norcross swallowed poison and may not recover. He and Allen inherited 25 000 dollars and much of Norcross stock. John Devlin and Sylvester Hetterman say they were hired to poison the boy’s candy for 500 dollars.

Uniontown Carl Norcross Allen Norcross Sali John Devlin Sylvester Hetterman McKage

Gallagherville Wreck Details Reach The Press

Lancaster Pa February 14 additional particulars of yesterday Pennsylvania railroad wreck at Gallaghersville reveal First section eastbound halted at Thorndale for orders when a second section with three engines struck. Fireman Cannon Wise was hurt and died later. Engineer W Connelly thought dead. One firefighter killed. several crew injured. passengers unharmed. The wreck remains unsecured.

Lancaster Yeaterday Pennsylvania — Railroad Gallaghersville Thorndale Joseph Smith Morrisburg Cannon Wise Mme Evance W. Connelly

Fatal Powder Explosion Kills Five In New York Railroad Yard

Five men died and five others were severely hurt in a powder blast aboard the Huffalo Rochester and Pitts- Yure railroad yard near Mose Urave. Victims include Junin Perris Simuel Perels Anthony Volt Anthony Chenas Frederik Dreonbal. Perriz survived. The dead were said to belong to a blasting crew working on Metstrone rocks, possibly caused by a keg of powder ignited by a workman’s tool.

Thiteline Mel Nowie Ender Eisplasion Mose Urave Huffalo Rochester Pitts- Yure Thorey Weper Junin Perris Simuel Perels Anthony Volt Anthony Chenas Frederik Dreonbal Vietime Atils

Tempestu ous Voyage On Board Paria Unpleasant Trip

The American liner Paria arrived from Southampton after a tempestuous voyage. The Maris followed to New York, detailing a rough crossing and unsettled conditions during the long transatlantic voyage.

New York Pel Maris Southampton

Paris Steamer Paris Exemplary in Rough Seaway

Sailors aboard the Paris praised captain Watkine and his officers for splendid seamanship during a harsh voyage. A meeting in the saloon on Monday presented resolutions and the crew received thanks. Passengers subscribed funds for the relief fund.

Paris Watkine

Professor Stephens Goes on Trial for Arson at Lafayette College

Easton reports Professor George H. Stephens stands trial on arson charges for allegedly burning Pardee Hall at Lafayette College on December 78 1807. He faces indictments for larceny and malicious mischief with further testimony to come.

Easton George H. Stephens Pardee Hall Lafayette College Stephene Princeton Stephen Pardew Hall Inez Minyinwen Ase Tun Bare

Play houses review praises Coghlan production at Lyceum

A detailed critique of Thy Royal Box presented by Charles Coghlan and company at the Lyceum last night lauds Coghlan as Clarence and notes strong support from Chamberlain Banson Robson and others. The narrative centers on Chine’s life and the allure of the stage, with elaborate settings and a responsive audience.

Charles Coghlan Lyceum Coghlan Téestimonia Clarence Younes Autchor Chine Inglunil Prince of Wales Mr. Coghlan Joe Jefferson James W. Bankson Andrew Robson Alexander Kearney Palmer Collins Charles Stanley Letta Liuthlicum Nora Oprien

Theast Mail at Academy of Music Tonight

This afternoon Theast Mail will be produced at the Academy of Music by the Whuntley Jackson Stock Company and tonight the Compass will perform in The Tornado.

Theast Academy of Music Whuntley-Jackson Stock Company

Beauty Show Delights at Lyceum with The Telephone Girl

At the Lyceum as part of the Feb 16 bursday the New York Casino stage marks a lively beauty show. The Telephone Girl’s success hinges on a sparkling duet and archness of motif, with lavish color and stage craft enhancing the ensemble. Lewis Mann and Clara Lipman lead a strong cast and chorus, supported by effective dramatic framing that elevates the diverting piece.

Lyceum Bursday New York Stork Lewis Mann Clara Lipman

Jeffersons to Perform Rip Van Winkle at Lyceum

This evening the Jeffersons present Rip Van Winkle at the Lyceum with Thomas Jefferson in the title role alongside brothers William Joseph and Charles. The troupe, praised for solid training and professional experience, stages a full production in Portland at the Jefferson Theater named for their esteemed father.

Jeffersons Lyceum Ip van Winkle Thomas Jefferson Cass Joseph Jefferson William Joseph Charles Jeferson Porthamd Jefferkom Theater

Altitude of New Orange Offers Scenic City Hall Site

The high point of the property provides sweeping views of greater New York including the Brooklyn Bridge harbor and Manhattan silhouettes. Spectators also glimpse Staten Island and portions of the Oranges, Newark and Elizabeth, with a large park surrounding a planned splendid City Hall at the elevation.

New Orange New York Brooklyn Bride Manhattan Island Staten Island Oranges Newark Elizabeth City Hall

Munyon's Inhaler and Remedies Advertised by Munyon

A 1900s advertisement promotes Munyon's inhaler as a cure‑all for catarrh asthma diphtheria and various ailments with claims of relief after one use. It touts cures for rheumatism indigestion kidney trouble headaches and blood disorders and offers free health information and mail order treatment from Munyon’s T H R Co at 1505 Arch Street Philadelphia.

Iviody Munyin Garantees Munyon T. H.R. CO Arch St Philadelphia

Markets End Mixed After Holiday Lull On Wall Street

New York stocks eased slightly and bonds rose as traders faced storm delays and thin volume. The day saw 81400 shares traded with prices pressured by weather while a rumored refunding plan kept investors wary ahead of tomorrow’s London and domestic activity.

New York London England Thublington

Carrington & Co's Letter on stock market activity

New York February 4 The salves of stocks today were hurt by storm travel disruptions and sparse traders. The market opened fairly active, with some strength in anthracite coal stocks and rails. American Steel and Wire rose 14 points while Burlington and Quincy gained one. London shares declined on New York sale reports as conservative buyers entered, signaling a quiet trading period ahead.

Carrington & Co New York Jisoy Central Delaware and Hudson Burlington and Quincy Bottnee Granower Group Deselon Burlineron and Quincy Wno Os Atamdstit

Real Estate and Help Wanted Ads in Scranton Listing

A dense classified section lists houses for rent and sale with prices from 9 to 21 dollars, stores for rent on multiple avenues, office space, and two dozen help wanted and situation wanted notices. Names include M H Holgate, Jones Bros, and Squires. Locations reference Lackawanna Avenue, Penn Avenue, Jefferson Avenue, Madison Avenue, Scranton Pa.

Wheat and grain market activity in Chicago report

Chicago grain market notes activity in wheat corn and oats with price moves and cash quotes. The report lists flour varieties spring and winter wheat, No 2 white oats No 2 yellow corn and other near term items with prices and brokers. Officials and local merchants in Scranton are also mentioned in the public notices.

Chicago Ada N. W Timothy Anal Mens Park

Pleasant Furnished Rooms with Steam Heat Listings

Two furnished rooms available with steam heat and convenient amenities. Also read about other furnished room options at 424 Aulberry street and 622 Mulberry street with rates starting at 91.0.

Aulberry Street Mulberry Street

Scranton Area Firms Involved In Bond Offerings

A garbled OCR fragment lists multiple Scranton area companies and entities including Dickson Manufacturing Dickson Township School Mt Vernon Coal Scranton Axle Works and Scranton Traction. The text mentions bonds and a 6 percent rate, implying several local firms or districts issuing or securing bond issues.

Wheat and grain prices ease amid steady market in Philadelphia

Philadelphia reports a firm but quiet wheat market with steady contracts for February and mixed No 2 prices. Oats hold strong with higher white varieties, wool and fats steady, and butter and cheese mostly unchanged. Shipments show wheat and corn volumes around 13 000 and 12 000 bushels respectively.

Philadelphia Theo Tye Lutter Farey Western Creamery

New York Grain and Produce Market Summary

New York market notes show flour steady on spring patents. Wheat quiet with No 2 red and No 1 northern offerings, later turning bear as cables and big visible supply rose. Corn and oats mixed with a weak finish. beans and other grains quieter amid price declines. Dairy markets steady to firm with western creamery and factory products holding values.

New York Duluth Sikye T.o Hic Ironser Vic Advaince Stowdy Alfont Lee Western Creamery Walte Factory Lisa We Eitina Imidation Creamery Fila Theo Wtate Dairy Wade Nattee Kem Piem State Peon Privanin Faite Western Fresh 2Ty Uttianry Dea Qtoe

East Liberty Cattle Market Report

East Liberty Pa February cattle market report notes light activity due to snowbound roads. Buyers show limited demand for medium and heavy steers and heifers while veal calves and common cattle move slowly.

East Liberty Uhehunerd

Market Report Beever-No Trading Calves and Sheep

New York dairy and livestock market notes show calves steady to firmer with some firming in lambs and sheep. Prices for common and prime grades vary with bids around 4 to 5 dollars for lambs and higher or lower values for calves and other sheep classes.

New York Beever Vouly Masti Baloe H.bias

Chicago Market Reports Mixed Cattle Hogs Sheep Prices Edge

Market notes show traders buying sparingly with quality uncertain. Cattle offerings include choice steers and beef types with prices around 4.73 to 4.96 per unit while hogs and sheep demand remains variable and receipts pressure price levels.

Catia Texas Colves Elena Shayit

Oil Market Notes and Credit Terms Prevail

The report outlines oak market activity with cash bids and credit terms, noting a June delivery for 4 i EM021 barrels and a 14 OW bar ole quote. A Tennessee company president comments on treatment options and endorses Dr. Agnew's Catarrhal Powder as a temporary relief during illness.

Blave Uatarril D T. Bamply Sampley Inataiment Company Winehlieton Matthews Broa W. T.lurk

New York and Susquehanna Lines Train Schedules

Train timetables show arrivals and departures from New York and nearby terminals to Philadelphia Bethlehem Allentown Easton Baltimore and Washington with express and local options. Connections under cover to elevated railroads ferries and other lines are noted. Through tickets available to all points East South and West at low rates.

Scranton New York All Pointe Oast Easten Trenton Philadelphia South Sly Tanna Binghamton Oeneny Eulsmira Corniive Bath Dansville Mount Moret Hullary Lultalo Horthwent Southwent Weehington Moghamton Nicholson Lehigh Susquehanna Liberty Street N. R South Ferry Whitehall Wilkes-fherce Lakewood Atlantic City Newark Elisabeth Terminal Matech Chunk Allentown Bethlehem Easton Haltimore Washington Long Branch Ocean Grove Tor Petreville Bon North River Nyre Whitehall Street Brookiyth KinintHands Gragé Central Depot Long Fan Ngs Pilladelphi Reading Terminal Asi A. m Tckets Ail Olmauben Cen Bupt L Ut P

Rail schedule notes 1895 Erie and Wyoming Valley lines

Trains running from Scranton to New York and intermediate points on the Kirie railroad beginning September 1 1895. Timetable lists departures from Scranton at 6 a m and 2 30 p m with arrivals at Stranton at 10 01 a m 2 15 and 0 8 p m.

Pennsylvania Railroad Wilkes Philadelphia Ultima Washington Pittsburg Sunbury Harrisburg R. Wood Mutchinson Nantlcoke Plymouth Boe Kineston Pillman Pirior M. L. Smith Yime Tralie Love Scranton New York Sunbore Kirie Hawley Serantani

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