Special Sale Price for White Shirts Featured
An advertisement notes a special sale featuring unloundried white shirts and a lip figure for game goods at 33c. The copy emphasizes quantity and value with an offer suitable for rapid purchase.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1897
Page
1
An advertisement notes a special sale featuring unloundried white shirts and a lip figure for game goods at 33c. The copy emphasizes quantity and value with an offer suitable for rapid purchase.
Substantial white shirts described as hand finished with fine muslin and pure linen, full eighty eight inch skirts, reinforced seams, neck bands and sleeves to fit all. Mystic brand known for fifteen years of continuous sale with many improvements. Special sale price 59c any size.
Advertisement notes a heavy soft finished muslin night shirt 10 inches long with full felled seams reinforced yoke and neat trimming offered at a special sale price of 47 cents.
40 dozen night shirts and 14 inch skirts offered with deep collars and handsome trimmings. Splendid needlework and a special sale price of 63 cents. From Joe’s department display, advertise limited time offer.
A faultless makin and comfortable sleeping garment made from heavy twisled bleached cottons. Offered at a special sale price of 6lc.
In London and Constantinople reports say Crete suffers heavy casualties with over 27 000 killed and property seized. In Parliament Mr Labouchere’s motion urging restraint was defeated 243 to 125 as Liberals and Conservatives clash over Greece and Crete policy with UK government pledging unity among powers.
The argument on the motion to quash the indictment against Fr A Van Valkenburg for conspiring to bribe Representative Weiss of Northampton to vote for Wanamaker for U S senator was continued to March 15 before Judge Enulle hy after counsel Higgon could not attend.
J Addison Porter secretary to President-elect McKinley has personally inspected inauguration preparations and deems them admirable. General Horace Porter grand marshal arrives to oversee pageant setup along Pennsylvania Avenue with reviewing stands nearing completion.
The design emphasizes a white and gold presidential stand as public buildings will be decorated and illuminated for the first time since Richmond's fall. Secretary Herbert orders 600 sailors to participate in the naval section of the inaugural parade with the United States Marine Corps.
Secretary Olney spent about an hour in his office denying any unusual aggravation with Spain over the Ruiz and Scott cases. Cable dispatches have been sent to Madrid regarding the matter while Minister Taylor handles inquiries and naturalization delays continue to raise questions about his imprisonment.
New York papers deny an interview in which Senator Sherman allegedly urged war with Spain as a remedy for Cuban atrocities. The story is labeled false from start to finish by Shor Tran and others, with officials urging full investigation before any action.
Hanna gratified by Governor Bushnell’s plan to appoint Enon as Sher Town’s successor. Manna states he received no letter confirming an appointment and credits Bushnell for prudent action benefiting Ohio residents. He thanks Bushnell and supporters for their confidence.
Chicago February 2 racing at Watters sul's features a tight field of long distance cyclists. Wetchen Ashinger and Subber stage a close battle while Teilly Hale, famed record breaker, moves from tenth to third, closing in on the leader as the field narrows and a rider named ORBL MT is effectively out.
The 24H McEwen plant in Hideway Ridgway was offered for 120,800 to HB Thayer and Parry BK Smith. The plant will be kept and operated at the site. John H. Wubols, a Dubole millionaire, attended but stopped bidding at 120.00.
In Trenton on February 2 the New Jersey Society of the Cincinnati held a small celebration with Governor Histings of Pennsylvania and other guests delivering remarks in response to a toast.
Harrisburg Pa February 21 The state senate opened with debate on measures proposed by Mr Vaughan including a hypnotism act, a ban on company stores, and a bill to aid Lackawanna hospital by directing anatomical remains to local societies. Other acts seek to curb coercive employment practices and extend free schooling provisions for soldiers children. The session featured rule updates and readings, with Washington farewell address and Apollo Glee Club performances closing the day.
Harrisburg February 22 Representative Marethal Williams of Bedford county seeks adoption of a public funds investment policy. The bill would allow county commissioners to select depository banks after two weeks of county wide advertising or outside the county if needed. It specifies eligible deposits and interest terms with on demand repayment.
In Hannibal Missouri at 2 am a fire at M. M. Marks dry goods store left four dead. Proprietor M. M. Marks and his two sons Irvin and Harold perished along with William Teed a Barker who reentered to fetch clothing. Loss is listed at 210000 dollars.
Mr Swatley reports that President elect McKinley has offered the ambassadorial role to Great Britain to Colonel Stolen Hill and that the offer was accepted, though kept as a distant possibility. The Times correspondent G W Smalley notes the rumor carries no firm discussion.
In Washington on February 22 Mr Cleveland will take his children Ruth Rather and Marion to Potomac on the 11 o clock train. Mrs Cleveland will remain for a state visit and join the president after the inauguration in New York.
New York reports arrivals on February 2 with steamers from Southampton, Liverpool, Glasgow and Hamburg. Ships include Bt Paul Adriathe Sibert Ballach Patria and Mississippi. Kensington sails to Antwerp for Med. 40 sailings listed.
Colonel John J. McCook, a noted New York figure, is described as a senior member of the Fifth Avenue Pavetsteriin church and a key participant in the Linneee trial. The article notes his family of the fighting McCooks, his civil and railway work, and his extensive education, charity, and club memberships.
In False Village Connecticut on Saturday morning Charles H. Mead shot Mrs Mattle Chapin wife of postmaster Walter H Chapin and then killed himself. Coroner and Medical Examiner find Mead forced entry and shot twice after a struggle. Investigators note possible premeditation and motive tied to money and life insurance. Funeral arrangements announced for Mrs Chapin with services at the Chapin home and Methodist church in town.
The morning bulletin reports rain to clear by evening and highlights local events. It mentions dramatic works, legislative activity, birthdays in Congress, a York State trial, and cultural happenings across theaters and clubs plus community improvements and the county commissioners’ annual statement.
London reports the famed Niagara Falls daredevil Yape Walker Blondin died today at Ealing after a long illness with diabetes.
Government officials report Mohave and Piute groups near Mason Valley in Lyon County, Nevada. A telegraph from Caran City states tribal leaders vow to kill white men and burn property. Governor requests 50 troops immediately and 50 more later. Adjutant General Galuaha leads a company toward the area.
Hartisburg Pa February 4 The fifth annual convention of the Chelatian Endeavor me mby of Carlisle presbytery was held in Market Square church today. About 200 delegates came from Philadelphia York Cumberland Perry Franklin Fulton and Lebanon counties.
Lancaster county committee votes to push for strict economy in constructing a new state capitol building. The resolution calls for careful budgeting and frugal design to protect public funds on the project site.
A Kentucky town along the Ohio River reports river stage at Ave Inehiew reaching thirteen feet at 5 o'clock, with signs of rising toward the twenty four foot danger mark as floods threaten local areas.
Our new stock is now open featuring silk and linen batiste in stripes plain and lace effects. A stunning line of embroidered chiffons is also shown, highlighted as the most beautiful yet in Scranton.
Tob Fitzsimmons arrived in Carson Nevada after shopping and greetings then sparred briefly with Hickey as he prepares for a bout. He expects a few days rest and road work to acclimate. Secretary Wheelock holds letters urging women to be admitted to the carnival amid planning by Stuart’s advisers. Temperatures ranged from eight below to forty above, with a low of fifteen below forecast tonight.
Archbishop Thomas L. Gryce of St. Paul, once bishop of the diocese, died after illness. He was succeeded by Bishop Viti, following Grace’s long service and the political-strained period. The obituary reflects his tenure and the transition in church leadership.
In the Mille states today expect cloudy and stormy weather with rain and snow. Dangerous northeasterly winds on the coast, turning variable with a fall in temperature, followed by decreasing and colder conditions in the western hinterlands. By afternoon likely on the coast. On Wednesday night expect colder winds from the northwest and north.
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