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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1896

Page

3

Weston Mill Go and visitors attend lecture noted event

A fragmented report lists Miss Cannon of Olyphant visiting Mrs Gray of Franklin Avenue and Dr J Z Hothford, a former factory commissioner, with a Young Men's Christian Association hall lecture drawing many attendees from Montrose and surrounding towns. A reception followed the event inviting the public.

Kramer New York City Miss Cannon Olyphant Johh. Gray Pranklin Avenue J. Z. Hothfotd Young Men's Chrinthin Association Hall Penatama Dion Wise Louke Jean Montrose W. Os Mire W. MM. Dickson Franklin Henstiin Hella Archbald Susan Deremsn Dale Mint Ann Matthews Loanlee Matthews Kinoer May Coursen Ole Man Ailee Barker Treviolis Olimore Hey Nolils

Dr Seaman Guilty in British Trial of Murder Case

The jury convicts Dr Dd Beaman in a death caused by criminal operation linked to Rev Jonathan Mell. Emily Hall from Hales Owen allegedly traveled from England to undergo an operation, with events surrounding a minister’s role and reception in Peb. 1 and Blaeleath, Puddles, Mine.

Deal Mich Dd. Beaman Emily Hall Hales Owen England Worlty Seana Emily Hell Franted Jonathan Hell

Libel case dismissed criticizes public officers

In St Louis on February 1 Judge Neville dismissed the criminal libel suit brought by William Brockman, president of the school board, against city editor Charles E. Chapin. The ruling held that criticism of a public office in a newspaper is privileged absent proof of personal malice.

St. Louis Nev- Me Courts of Criminal Correction William Brockman Apainet Charlee EE

Three Day Extension of Hargeains Alteration Sale

We extend the alteration sale for three more days offering discounts in Dress Goods Linens Muslins and Sheetings at Mears and Haugen. Shop the extended event for further price reductions on fabrics and textiles.

Hargeains Mears & Haugen

Swayne's Ointment Promised to Cure Skin Diseases

An advertisement touts Swayne's Ointment as a universal cure for skin diseases including eczema and eruptions. It claims no internal medicine is needed and that the product renders skin clear and healthy. Drugstore availability urged.

Swayne

No Discounted Shoes Offered by Honest Merchants

A brief note asserts that shrewd bargaining is not possible with fair dealers who won’t sell a $6.00 shoe for $3.00. It cautions consumers against unrealistic discounts and emphasizes honest pricing.

Three Republican Candidates for Assessors Win Big

In Scranton election results the three Republican candidates for assessors were elected, while Democrats held mayor treasurer and controller. Bailey narrowly edged, with Boland and Robinson winning by smaller margins. Viaduct project failed with about half the electorate voting, and Tribune praised for complete returns.

Asacesors Central Cornella Boland Robinson Controler Prohibition Assessate Dawson Hutile Minor Carr Trenaurer Williarme Messia Pethrich Moore Clearwater Viadiuet Blagest Elysis Peuteel South Side North End Tribune Scranton Dunmore Republican Lohnuns

Ward Officials and Councils Listed for City Elections

Nealis D school controller and T J Jennings ward assessor lead a list of ward officers. The document enumerates ward by ward appointments for alderman select council common council school controller ward assessor and constable roles through the twenty first ward with named individuals in each post.

Yestorntay Trelbune Finley Tees Commedional PD R. Watkine Seth Smith W. ON. Cowles Agtrick FL Gordon A. L. Francnis Thomas Shotten Bernard Davis John J. Kearney Thomas Connors Patrick Cavanagh Common Council Simon Thomas Benson Davis MT. Watkins John J. Davis Select Council Richard H. Williams Thos, Williams Timothy Jones John BE. Regan John M. Casey Daniel P. Mannix Thomas J. Walsh John FE. Roche Patrick Roach James Loftus John J. Flanaghan Fred J. Wormser John M. Rose Charles Q. Carman Biaurteenth Kellow John T. Howe James A. Lansing William T. Hackett James A. Penman J. F. Noone P. J. Langan FP. Duffy J. W. Clark Henry Spruks John RB. Chase John J. Ruddy John Gibbons Thomas McCgrall Mark Duhlin Michael McMurray John J. McAndrew One Roche Joseph Jean

Mr Quay Deserves Serious Consideration for Presidency

The Washington Post argues that some media treat Mr Quay’s presidential ambitions lightly, but he should be regarded seriously. It praises his courage, honesty, and reliability, noting he speaks plainly on important issues and does not pretend to be someone he is not.

Washington Post Mrr Quay le Convietione

Quay Praised as Plain Man of the People

The text extols Matthew Stanley Quay as a plain unpretending man of the people free from pretension or self-importance. It argues liberties and national morals depend on him for perpetuation and urges respectful mention in connection with the presidency, noting many reasons why he should be considered.

Quay Matthew Btanley Quay

Reed Praised by Rallying GOP Fans In House Debate

Washington Post reports a lively gallery scene as Reed’s control of presidential wires drew a crowd of upstanding Republicans. During the Senate substitute debate on the bond bill the Maine leader’s presence sparked cheers and surprise from deputies and spectators alike.

Washington Post Reed House of Senate Mr. Stewart New Jersey Maine Stewart Lotharey Bney Air Jake Roy

Quiet Outbreak Evokes Sudden Exit From Room

Readers describe a subtle disturbance as a group of people rise and slip away to a cloak room, gliding from their seats with muted urgency as an unseen event unfolds nearby. The scene captures a hushed mass movement without loud or obvious signs.

The Irwin Case Opinion By Judge Ewing Opens Deposit Suit

Pittsburg February 14 Judge Ewing renders an opinion in the Mind Pool affair ordering George M Irwin and company to account to present plaintiffs and intervenors and others of the depositors before closing the account He notes evidence suggesting nearly 1 000 000 of depositors property was in the defendant's possession when he left the business An appeal to the supreme court is expected from Irwins counsel

Ewing Pittsburg George M. Irwin and Company Blind Pool Irwin Supreme Court

Pave Streets with Straw Patent Gains for Kansas Inventor

Toneka Kan Feb 19 W P Emery receives letters patent for a straw brick paving material one third the weight of standard brick and costing half as much to produce The inventor notes abundant wheat straw from the west could pave streets in every city on the continent

Kansas Toneka Kan W. P. Emery

Daring Burglar Strikes Denver Residence of Manager Holme

A burglar entered the Denver home of Richard Holme, manager of the Denver Walter company, last night with a gun at Mrs. Holme’s head, ransacked the house, and took valuables. The item mentions claims about Blood's Purilla and Hood's Pills, and odd advertising copy about Pillsbury flour capacity, reflecting promotional text within the report.

Denver Col Richard Holme Denver Walter Company Holme Ciamois

Purse Lost Between Jackson Street and Bromley Avenue

A purse containing money was lost between Jackson Street and Bromley Avenue near Bromley. A reward will be given upon return to Morgan Thomas' Store on Jackson Street.

Jackson Street Tlatayetts Pear Bromley Avenue Morgan Thomas

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