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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1901

Page

7

Turmoil in Pittston Area Reported Amid Attacks and Voter Bust

A late night assault in Pittston left Matrick Loftus badly injured and a would be attacker restrained only after Loftus’ rescuer, James Cavanaugh, arrived and threatened the assailant. Four illegal voters were arrested in connection with a residency dispute as political tensions rise. Local officials warn more warrants are pending. Local deaths include William Williams and John Dechtold with upcoming funeral services. A silk mill contemplates moving part of its operations to Paterson, New Jersey, reducing local mill employment by about half. Local social events center on a Brick Church entertainment with a floor prize and a coke walk as community life continues. Political results show Democrats winning all township offices in Tuesday’s election.

Pittston Feb Matrick Loftus Loftus Lowdly Cavanaugh Vieinils Frost Weet Thomas Judae Thomas McGarty Levi Courtright Thomas Gerrity Geary Gray Babylon Harvea Temple Tron Company William Willams Railroad Street Pneumonie Leek Cornet Band Eagle Hose Company Nlice Ecloak John Dechtold Centre Street Westerday Mostar Velock Dali Old Forge Gree Clus Tole Daniel Jones Ole KE. Jone Ol Forge Close No. 7 Door Mary Ann C. B. Wilson Meek Read John Simith Avoca Dingen Thomas Langan Mies Ellen Barerett Pittaton St. John's Church Father Garvey James Kennedy W. F. Pier Ae Seecor Gilbey

Local Elections Produce Borough Officers and School Directors

A Scranton to Wilkes Barre visit marks surrounding area activity. Election results list borough officers ward judges and inspectors, with names such as Miller Cul Ver Far and John F Sick Jer. Several residents plan moves to Ameatenlam while Holbein Jorden visits Philadelphia.

Tunkhannock W. Eysenbukeh Li Wilkis- Barre Beureman Wilkes Barre Charles Goodieh New York City George McLeowl Ameatenlam McLedd Poormanteor Miller William J. Campbell B. Janes J. Hight Willian A Louis Ruel E.i Mittings Samuel Aetsdsor Peter Ade Dudae Eleetion S.A. McKown Inapeetor

Fairgrounds Benefit Evening At Keranton Suits Sold

A Keranton event features a charity fair with ladies selling booths and door prizes. Winners include Herbert of Ol Forge for flour, Miss Alary Andersen for slippers, and William Jones in the cake walk. A second cake walk drew eager crowds and Wilion Nolan won. The program includes piano, recitation, duets, and solo performances by local residents.

Mins Herbert Ol Forge Alary Andersen William Jones Sniddies Wilion Nolan Mamie Pletcher George Safford M. M. Jones Talward Jones Charles Tan

Dr Pierce Favorite Prescription Promoted For Nervous Weakness

An old advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription for female weakness and nervous disorders. It narrates a mother's misery from uterine disease with symptoms of pain, insomnia, and lack of appetite, claiming the remedy regulated menses and restored health after several doses. It also mentions Dr. Pierce's Pellets for liver stimulation.

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Montrose Election Yields Light Voter Turnout Amid Smooth Balloting

Scranton Tribune reports Montrose voting yesterday saw little contest and a light turnout. In First Ward ballots elected officials including assessor Turrell and election inspector Thiteworth, while Second Ward selected Deane as assessor and Frink as judge of election. Numerous Republican candidates were recorded as elected with narrow counts for some roles and several figures such as Ayres, Barnes, and Tatnatch are named among those voting and supervising.

Montrose Sieiustin Hetall Turrell Brey DD. A. Titsworth N.C. Warner Mead F. O'Brien Frink Avion Arnold Dennis PJ. Radeker Poor Directon A. Ayres FR. Morbaker Town Entnell Kett F. PY Taylor OM. Bostwick D. Payne N.S. Daxter J. Tatbatch OY Beebe al. J. Barneys W. N. Barner W. C. Cruser BJ. Jenckes S. George O Hill Inspector KR. Cook J. Northrup Alo Ayres W. Feelinead

Engagement of J Edward Barbour and Mir Katherine M Stanton

Special to the Scranton Telegram from Honesdale announces the engagement of J Edward Barbour of Paterson New Jersey and Mir Katherine M Stanton of Honesdale. Barbour is connected with Barbour Linen Thread Manufacturing. Also notes community items including Odd Fellows planning a project and local social events at the Presbyterian chapel and Musical History club.

Scranton Teihune Honesdale J. Edward Barbour Paterson N. J Mir Katherine M. Stanton Mr. Barbour Barbour Linen Thread Manufacturing Company Mies Branson Freedom Lodge of Odd Fellows Lanark Benimetsire Jermaine Hie Grandmeather Shanney Eleventh Street Spencer Beranton Pleasant Mount Martha Washington Presbyterian Chapel Louisa Margaret Micherhart Musical History Club Catnell Merthy Caufield Arthur M. Lerne Wyman Kimble Perry A. la Harr Dasessay FP. Rockwell Whit H. Lee Jefferson Freeman Wyn Kimble William J. Ware

Scranton Election Returns and Local Notices Highlight Feb Bid

Special to the Scranton Tribune reports Bertholf of Scranton was thrown election day. Saunders and Harriet Stone visit. Dr. Giver of Factorville attends to Linvernvathonil Cherm Denne schools. Attendees from Scranton include Mrs. M. Titlung and Misses Michio Thue Melia Frown. Election results listed for Assessor and other posts.

Hlopbottom HE. Bertholf Scranton Saunders Harriet Stone Mere Win Craincull Giver Faetorweilld Linvernvathonil Cherm Beranten Mra Hh. M. Titlung Michio Thue Melia M. McViewi Tepepeor Oneiater M. Jools Eoheo Dirtegturia G. T. Tian Key W. OE Brown den. Coupeilmen H. DB. Williams TT. Kerk Hey Payne Dem

The WMoamine Aimee Nigut GATRTY and The Plawing Anow

The article reviews a touring company headed by AM Reeves presenting The Wedding of Go Won Go Mohawk amid a dramatic Cherokees and Apache setting. It notes Reeves managerial style, the star actors, and the troupe lineup with references to past and current stage engagements and a New York connection.

Acuna Tiraven Sue Wight

Tragedy in Thompson as 16 year old dies at home

The 16 year old child of Mr and Mrs Flip Wrighter of Thompson, died at 3 this morning after a long illness. Funeral arrangements are set for Friday at 2 from the parents home. Teachers and friends mourn the early death. George Hayden of Galau conducted business in town. Poster of Boriniwood reports eye trouble and treatment in Carbon Dale. Quiet election day in Thompson with few votes recorded.

Boelal Te Lie Dovanton Heward Ik Fo Thompson Binghamton Mallatend Jenkins

Krause's Headache Capsules Offer Quick Relief

Brief ad note claims Krause's Headache Capsules cure severe headaches caused by poor ventilation, congestion, or malaria. It asserts the medicine leaves the head clear and cool, mentioning Prince and Matthews Brow as associating names.

Krause Prince He Matthews Brow

Avoca Election Delivers Gibbons to School Board

In Avoca the February election produced a clear win for Edward Gibbons who will serve twelve years on the school board. Council members chosen include David Frye F B Devers and M F Gilroy, with Gibbons joined by William Doran John King as school directors and others elected as assessors.

Council David Frye F. B. Devers M. F. Gilroy Edward Gibbons William Doran John King William Webber Arthur Davidson John Reap W. J. Renniman William Vetter J. Morahan Clearfield County New York Central Road Hoban Mim T. Z. O'Malley East Rod John Gilhooley Philadelphia

Planters Wife theater adaptation excites New York crowd

A note on J. K. Tilleteen author of The Planters Wife describes his new play about a banker murder in New York. The story centers on a young wife suspected of the crime, with a twist revealing another culprit. the production promises thrilling scenes and strong company talent at the Academy of Music and other venues.

Etront Theater New York J. K. Tilleteen Eoere Tan

Stage Notes on Borgeanasier Appearance and Operatic Talent

A detailed report praises a performer nicknamed Vint meow Elaine discussing an appearance with the Tomidred and Aftstone company. It notes operatic potential, stage presence, and past roles including Vigor in opera, and hints at future performances and matinee idol appeal.

Elaine W. W. Macdonald Vigor Poe Vie Gricefol Atnimg Glittojhm al Sarado Corleone Tria

Markets Report Shows Bearish Close Amid Steel Stocks Slipping

The New York market session ended weak as steel and wire stocks led declines. Major rails showed mixed movement while Pere Marquette and Minneapolis lines posted losses. Total sales valued at 1.04 billion dollars with a notable swing in the steel and iron sectors.

Scranton Market Report With Noted Dairy Stoppages

The record cites Scranton Wholesale Market activities including dairy items and cheese processing, noting production stoppages and equipment mentions. Affected entities include H C Dale, Lackawanna region suppliers, and references to market stalls, beverages, and produce remnants. The entry mentions a mid tier price or quantity observation and a brief reference to a product labeled S405.

Dismal OCR Snippet From Unknown Page

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Wheat and elevators with scattered garbled terms. Several illegible names and places appear, alongside stray references to May, diet, and a Pipe line. The readable content is insufficient for a coherent report or clear event.

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