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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1894

Page

5

Regular meeting of the hold of trade and campus events

The hold of trade plans a regular meeting this evening. The Catholic Choral union meets Thursday evening for rehearsal. Sal Smith Russell presents A Foor Relation at the Academy of Music this evening. Lotus Glee club and Young Men's Christian Association host events tonight. The Young Men's basketball team practices at 7 30.

Hold of Trade Catholic Choral Union Sal Smith Russell Academy of Music Lotus Glee Club Newaviation J. Jenckes Bandereau's Pharmacy McCausland Montrose William A Duryea Wonderland Tr. KH. Honds Central Pennsylvania Felephone Company Electric Light and Street Car Companies Willintleport Thorohy Williamsport Sorbo Clearing House BATON Mesa Sea

Robert Paton Gibbs Stars in Hands Across the Sea in Scranton

Robert Paton Gibbs, noted character actor, will appear in Hands Across the Sea this Friday and Saturday debuting his acclaimed portrayal of Jean de Lusane. Promoters hint at his rise toward a major melodramatic role next season as fans are urged to support local attractions and civic projects such as park funding.

Scanton Robert Paton Gibbs Mr. Gibbs Jean de Lusane Tim John Devanney Sunday News James Malden Devanney Mien Damocrata Jumea Manley i4 Joho FV Kearney Israh Connell Morgan Sweeney Harry W. Coyle Henry J. O'Marley Thomas Connor Wade

Parks and Bridges Vote Prompts Scranton Growth Debate

Scranton voters face a decisive election on public parks and bridges as city growth demands modern improvements. The piece contrasts reform advocacy in Democratic wards with unity in Republican wards and lists candidates for school controller and common council across wards.

Scranton Caucaves George Mitchell George Archbald Henry J. O'Malley Thomas Gounor Independent Democrat Virth Gorge B. Caragn John Devannsy Thomas PF. Wells John H. Williams Frank Harker Jacob Manty Herman Notz Edward J. Leonard Langetalt Citizen's Party David J. Bevan People's, Party Select Council Ween W. M. Finn James J.ivan D. Pourth Thomas William C. Vetter Michiel EB. Clark Patrick Golden Citizen Wurr Edward J. Walsh Ind D. Tenti Jobns Wagner James J. Manley John F. Kearney Pennsylvania George I. Kellow P.M Meceng Doe”nu D. Bixteenth William Kellow Michael J. Burnw Doh Cawley Fees Party Thomas McGrail Alex. T. Connell Common Conneil Henry W.coyle Kriegbaum P. J. Noahs W. Browning Charles H. Schade H. M. Williams R. Ve . Noon D. Ineteenth Patrick J. Hickey D. Mente Daniel Battle

First and Second Battalions Hear Cadet Inspectors Report

Major Mattes and Whitney praise attendance and efficiency in recent inspections. Major Wright will tour the companies next. Lt Walter Briggs cited for potential captaincy of Company F after Captain Fellows resigns. Recruiting continues. adjutant general’s 1899 report pending. Thirteenth Regiment prepares for upcoming inspection. note on a printed bridge cipher in the text.

Majora Mattes Whitney Wright Walter Briggs Fellows

Loomis Severtly Injured in Runaway Crash

William Loomis son of F E Loomis suffered a severe injury when a frightened horse carriage collided with his rig near the depot yesterday. A long head wound required Dr Johnson care though not immediately dangerous. he will remain in bed for some time.

William Loomis F. E. Loomis Foater Watura Loomis Johnson

Man Charged with Aggravated Assault in Blair Avenue Case

On February 10 Anthony Meklosky and others were jailed by Alderman DeLacy for assaulting Henry Smith, who runs a Blair Avenue boarding house. En route to jail Meklosky escaped custody, later reappearing at the Matbulls Inquest in Providence before being recaptured by Constable Roche. Meklosky hid in Pine Brook, aided by friends bringing food, and stayed in his chamber day and night.

Anthony Meklosky Alderman DeLacy Henry Smith Blair Avenue Meklosky Patrick Roche Matbulls Providence Roche Meklosaky Pine Brook

Dr Charles Robinson Sermon of Good Advice on the Subject

A brief notice announces the sermon of Dr Charles B Robinson on a timely subject. The piece emphasizes the preacher's aim to offer practical guidance and moral instruction to readers.

Charles &. Robinson

Precept of Pararis Sermon on the Immoral Young Man at Second Presbyterian

Rev. Charles E. Robinson preached at the Second Presbyterian church on a sermon titled the fast young man. He urged that parental precept and church shelter guide youths toward safety and virtue, warning that immoral youth lose crowns and riches but can still make an honest impression. The sermon emphasized wholesome home influence, a good heart, and a healthy body as the foundation for moral strength.

Second Presbyterian Church Charles E. Robinson Peoreaaae Andrew Philip de. Robinson Il. Samuel Jesus

Death of Bridget Quinn at Throop after miscarriage

Bridget Quinn aged 19 died Saturday afternoon in Throop after a miscarriage. Coroner Kelly was notified and will investigate. Miss Quinn had taken an drug to end a delicate condition and received medical aid from Drs Billhaimer Kennedy, with notes of bronchitis and meningitis complicating her illness.

Misa Bridget Quinn Throop Kelly Thomas Rogers John Billhaimer Pricebury Miss Wainy Ealled Miss Quinn Rogers W. P. Kennedy Piicaburg

Bridge Plans On Exhibition At Casey Bros and Miller's

Plans show Linden Street and Roaring Brook bridges on display at Casey Bros and Miller's stores. Linden Street bridge will be an overhead crossing from Mifflin to Swetland Sixth, spanning the Delaware Lackawanna and Western main lines with a 10 foot roadway and two 3 foot walks. Roaring Brook bridge runs from Platt homestead to Front Street with an overhead route over Ridge Row and major rail lines.

Casey Bros Miller

Bridges to Be Rebuilt With Steel Gaines to Support Loads

Steel company's yards plan new bridges with a clear roadway of 8 feet, two walls 9 feet wide, total length 000 feet. Bridges rated at 100 pounds per square foot plus capacity for two moving loads of 15 tons each. Estimates and certifier options available at city clerk and city engineer offices.

Second Fire Destroys Laurel Hill Concert Hall

Laurel Hill Park suffered a second major blaze destroying the concert hall, dining hall, and merry go round after flames raged for about 45 minutes. The prior fire had already wiped out the dancing pavilion. Officials estimate about 2500 dollars in losses and suspect incendiary trigger with no proven cause. The Laurel Hill Park Association, a group of Scranton gentlemen, owned the buildings.

Kerry Laurel Hill Park

Music Notes and Local Musical Plans in Wilkes-Barre

George Noyes Rockwell completes music for Ed A Niven's song Told at Twilight a sentimental contralto ballad with violin obligato. Elim Park Church rehearses Rossini Stabat Mater for Easter services. various local musicians and choirs preparing Easter programs including Elks Glee Club and Washburn Street Presbyterian choir.

George Noyes Rockwell Ed. A. Niven Wilkes- Barre Mr. Rockwell Mr. Niven Wand Elim Park Steel Watkins Washburn Street Presbyterian Church

Supreme Court arguments to be heard in Philadelphia this week

Lackawanna County attorneys travel to Philadelphia to argue before the Supreme Court. Several former judges, solicitors, and district attorneys are listed among those presenting cases, with multiple Lackawanna and adjoining county matters slated for review or appeal in the public session.

Lackawanna Eananna County Philadelphia Sureme Court Supreme Court W. H. Jesano H. A. S.najor Everett Warren W. W. Watson Prica John R. Jones H. M. Hanoah J. H. Torrey M. McDonald John P. Kelly Jenna F. Scragg T. F. Wella Halsiaoder & Vonburg Joseph O'Brien James E Barr I H. Barns C. H. Soper George M. Wataga Charles L. Hawley C. RK Pitcher E Merrifield Emma A. Plummer Hillwids Cowl de Gontard & Reynolds Samuel Hines Joseph E. Hinds Henry Battin Joseph Deacle Arthur G. Deacle William Dgvele Borough of Taylor Court of Quarter Sessions Lachka- Wann Township Tas City Michael Larkin City of Scranton Jones Erie and Wyowing Valley Railroad Company Appellast Bush Ve. Gannon Drake Counbel Dickson City Enterprise Powder Manufacturing Company Borough of Archbald Delaware and Hudson ‘Anal Company Stockwell Webster Chilton City of Carbondale Coar County of Lackawanna Cban Howal Davis Clark Dornan Ve. Shiffer Leonard Ve. Stith Wales Willama Bannell Common Pleas of Wyoming County Rockafellow Delaware and Hudson, Canal Company Common Pleas Court Wayne County Dallas Township Eaton Township Quarter Sessions Court

Highwayman McNally Pleads Guilty to Robbery Charge

Martin McNally of the West Side confessed guilt before the mayor for highway robbery in Center Street on Saturday evening. He knocked a man named Franz down, stole a watch, pawned it, and was arrested leaving the Three Balls Shop. He was held by Sheriff Fahey in $3,000 bail pending trial.

Martin McNally Franz Center Street McNally Bis Watch McNually Fahey

Flavor Bottles Compare Sizes and Prices

The note lists prices for 8 ounce 5c 4 ounce 28c 2 ounce 15c bottles in a repeating pattern. It suggests the fill-weights differ by about one fourth and hints at evaluating yellowine flavors and results if extracted. It warns readers to expect differences even with prior careful heating.

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