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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1894

Page

5

Yunis Across the Son at Academy of Music Tonight

City notes report a likely attract ion at the Academy of Music this evening with Yunis Across the Son. A PTA style event at Collage Jtall drew a large crowd and Mrs Edith Richards Heckle led a singing interlude for the new choral group to be formed in the Moteur MLBE. Georges Grown is named as Mary Tweed’s guardian in a separate update. Wonderland pantomime The Senons Pamiiy continues nightly with favorable notices for author Haves Thiroe and manager Dinvis.

Yunis Academy of Music Olivege Ladies of the Home Robert Macajre Lintes Wonderland

Nanticoke Defeats Scranton In Armory Basketball Clash

Nanticoke beat Scranton Y M C A to 5 in a spirited Armory game marked by crowded seating and strong plays from Foster Bercher and McGouldrick. The match was the first of a three game set with a return contest to be announced later at Nanticoke.

Nanticoke Scranton Yoner Men's Christian Association Woecote Armory Sho'elock Bagan O'Clegis Young Men’s Christian Association Young Men's Christian Association Playa Day Foster Bercher Ginger

Marriages and Deaths in Scranton Area

At the home of the bride East Market Street Scranton Pa on February 21 1804 Humphrey Bradley and Francie Reeley both of Scranton wed. In Scranton February 21 1804 Mrs Catherine Marquart aged about 69 died.Funeral Saturday at 1 pm from 801 Prospect Avenue interment in Dunmore Cemetery.

Hradley-Seeley East Market Street Scranton Hev.m. J. Baller Humphrey Bradley Francie Reeley Scranon Warquart Catherine Marquart Propoct Avenue Dunmore Cemetery

Outdoor relief law claim hinges on directors authority

Judges Archbald and Guyster rule that poor relief grants fall within director powers. They hold local directors may authorize outdoor relief as needed, shaping municipal welfare policy and aid distribution.

Legal ruling upholds outdoor relief power in Scranton district

Judge Archibald and Judge Gunster reject objections to auditor Holgate's report on Scranton Poor District, affirming directors may grant outdoor relief to eligible applicants under existing laws despite supplementary acts. The ruling emphasizes district discretion and cautions against indiscriminate use of relief powers.

Gunster Auditor B Hodgate FW. Gunster TL Holgate Constan del Gibbons Scrnton Ontioor Peliof Commonwealth Scranton Pittanue du Ft Eames Noworthy Parson Phénene Jude Arcibalds Ofinion Archibald Aled Archball Gutter Beranton

Ontario and Western staff visit Scranton for city tour

Loyal Agate Siow New York led a large party of Ontario and Western employees through Scranton yesterday to view the city’s points of interest. The group, including district agents and superintendents, toured the South Works and Mayfield area before attending a skating carnival at Lake Puynette and returning to Providence.

Scranto Pelota Titteroft Mem. Gar O New York Ontario and Western Railroad New York W. Mullool General EL Morsinger Motive Power Department W. Manale Jones AM. Blemiing Wow Court General Freight IB Mackay General Coaluition No. Mackney Mlc Toyd Gales Wgant C.T. Dake SC. "Vivers General Coal Office Lound Gutarlo Frank Smith Carbon Tale Mayfield Hisarsistant Jol Campbell PB Williams W. FE Swisherandt &. Lippincott South Works W. Towlstary Stanton Providence Gairil JH. Ryttenhowse Ublack Lake Puyntette Weatminster Prlbone Scranton Onterowdle

Board Decision on Appeals and Auditor Report Discussed

The text notes that decisions should come from the whole board, not a single member, and confirms agreement with the appellate court that the settlement act appealed by district auditors is well founded. It mentions the auditor's report and the court’s role in considering the case.

Board of Directors Gtha

Quiet Morning Wedding Ties Kern and Miss Sayers

John E Kern, renowned Pennsylvania newspaper writer, and Miss Myrtle Sayers wed at the brides home on Academy Street in a small ceremony attended by close relatives and few friends. The couple plans a postnuptial tour to New York Reston and Washington.

Hey Warren Uiartridge Penn Avenue Baptist Church Kern Misa Sayers Worda Glaus Serge New York Reston Washington Pennsylvania Synd Tiss Tte A.A. Chase P. A. Barrett Republican Papyr Calacraga Mr. Kern Othin Brianda

Encyclopedia Britannica as a Nation’s Library Spark

The piece lauds the Encyclopaedia Britannica as a universal library fit for the common man, detailing its nine revisions and the 1830 edition completed in twenty five volumes with 21,000 illustrations and about 30,000 pages of supplementary matter since then. It notes a limited time offer of access and urges quick decision to seize the chance.

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Handa Across the Sea at the Academy Tonight and Tomorrow

The Maglish imelo drama Handa Across the Sea plays tonight and tomorrow at the Academy of Music. Critics praise its humor and humanity and note the successful London debut and strong local reactions.

Academy Ag Grant America London Rally Human Spirit Iit Diairiet Fair Academy of Music

Readable fragments from a local ad mix restore tunes

An OCR fragment lists manufacturers at 1080 Chestnut Street Philadelphia offering old music boxes repaired with new tunes. It also mentions a Turkish bath business at 000 Epruch alreet opposite Court House.

Nanilar Quatechl & Sond Chestnut Street Palladelphia oBuipe Alreet Court House

Has Done Good Work Satisfactory Returns Shown by the Board

The Board of Associated Charities reports satisfactory returns and cites solid progress in aid programs. Officials note continued donations and volunteer support to sustain services.

Board of Associated Charities Mra Doggan Caod

Charity Investigation Board Names Agent for Associated Charities

The Associated Charities Board names Mrs. Pettingrow as investigator to vet relief applicants. She reviews cases, reports to the Poor Board, and distributes funds raised by Mayor Connell. Since starting, 887 visits have been logged with two thirds deemed worthy, the rest impostors.

Board of Associated Clarities Dow Mantel W. Bo Dawzin Nationa Wgenk Albright Ral Aed Sailatones Howe Poreliasis Casey Childeern Dogean Stie Haw Linbey Ubey Waut Pettigraw Connell Afrw Daggan Tia Kaine Poor Board Mre Board of Associated Charities

Tia Members Hold House Warming in Honor of Washington’s Birthday

The Scranton Meyole club celebrated Washington's Birthday with an informal house warming at their club house on Washington Avenue. The afternoon featured dancing games and amusements. Guests departed early evening feeling they had fittingly observed the father of the country’s anniversary.

Ton Washington Scranton Meyole Club Washington Club Honse Washington Avenue Lia Conotry

School Board to Organize in Tight Vote

Charlies H Von Storch stands as probable president at the school board organization meeting next Tuesday. A Fellows is unopposed for secretary. The past year's work has given notable satisfaction to members.

Tuaday A. von Storch Tte D. Fellows Aatis Auliog

Arnica Salve advertised with money refund guarantee

An old advertisement proclaims Ducklon's Arnica Salve for piles eruptions and skin conditions. It promises satisfaction or money back, costs 2 cents per box, and lists Mattbuwa Brow as the seller with assorted spellings and crossouts.

Ducklon Alovra Teller Chappell Mattbuwa Brow

Wolfe Bernard Shot Surrounded by Police in Shootout

A man named Wolfe Bernard was shot after being surrounded by four police officers during a confrontation. Oliver Lowry fired on the suspect, and the incident unfolded in a tense urban street encounter with authorities responding quickly.

Poliarmen Oliver Lowry Bim

Desperate Wanted Burglar Wounded by Police in Night Shootout

Bernard Wolfe, long viewed as a desperate character, was shot by Officer Thomas Lowry after firing on Sergeant Zang and Officer Johler during a dawn pursuit on the South Side. Four officers surrounded his house, he was taken to Lackawanna Hospital in serious condition, and Lowry faced questions but was cleared by superiors.

Zang Johler Bernard Lowry Mepentent Wolfe” Bernard Thomas Lowry Lernard Joler Hongleman Lackawanna Hospital Lo'elonk Bergeant Zang Cedar Avenue Pittston Wolfer Barnard Yaare Eluricter Boernard Jonier Es Bael Treatation House Berauril Lowry Yin Zing Lim Miller Lowry Dta Scranton

Clerks Appointed to Compile County Vote Monday Court

In a county court yesterday morning clerks were chosen to handle the county election tally. George L. Paul and Ro J. Beamish named reading clerks, M. W. Lowry and John Collings as recording clerks, BEL House and H. W. Molliolian as file clerks. Returns submitted, court adjourned for the birthday observance, noting Anhouser Burch Bear. Louie Lobtand's 24 Spruce St.

Yeaternay George L. Paul Ro J. Beamish

Judge Archibald Upholds Inquest Return on Dr Burr Case

In an opinion by President Judge Archbald the exceptions to Shaquinaltling wild found Dr A E Burr an habitual drunkard were overruled and the request confirmed. Burr’s attorneys plan to move for a jury trial in Common Pleas Court.

Archibald Archbald Muatega Bis Barralous Barr Bure Common Pleas

Extracts and Dilution Risks in Vanilla Flavoring

A historical note explains how vanilla extract can be diluted with alcohol to reduce cost, risking flavor and aroma. It compares per gallon costs, discusses different vanilla bean qualities, and promotes a purportedly reliable source offering diluted extracts with attention to cork sealing and evaporation.

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Pi Alves the Scranton Supply and Machinery CO Norrman& Moore Wyoming Avenue Lackawanna Fenn Ave Laundry A. B. Warman Marzatia Lacka. Avenue Wyoming Ave City Notes Nanticore Suraston Callett Homme Caleman Chriffin Cinvis Rikewick MoKtonon McFadden Uatiinr Aonrer Haohé Maltin Kieswink Poster Tibbetta McGouldrick Tsorge Jay Scrantay Crotling Dien Archbald and Guuster Asrée Agdituri Ali Rick Snk Chi Poor Howe Strida Guy Che Orst Common Pins Court Jackawanna County Glia Ish le Cauia Ontario and Western Employees Loyal Agate Siow J. E. Kern Wie Myrtle Bayere United Erida Relter Thorsetw Png Bicycle Club Tia School Board Charlies H., von Storch Wolfe Bernard Pedato Oreicer Joulei McAndrews Yesturday Wernard Clerka Anhouser Burch Louie Lobtand Bpruce A. E. Burr Hawley Jeiilerary de, Durr Cassot Pennave Henry Battin & Co S.C. Snyder P.p.s Tribune Waurdnariy THE Scranton Cash Store F. P. Price Agt Dr. Hill & Son Albany Pibst Rational Bank Home Bakery Washington Ave Lacka, Ave Lackawanna Avenue Eureka Laundry Co Linden St Adams Ave Couny Notengialn Cloak and Fur M. Brown
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