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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1898

Page

3

Defense Heard in Martin Case Protests and Threats

Wilkes Barre February trial session hears defense evidence from residents of Harwood Cranberry and nearby areas about strikers armed with clubs iron sticks and revolvers who chased harassed and shot at workers in Septembers clashes. Witnesses describe mobs marching through streets and forcing men away from work as authorities delay verdicts.

Wilkes-Barre Martin James Redmondson O'Donnell Peter Wolfe Harwood McAdoo Lattimer Joe Mahall John Hoyle James McGraw Charles Mullen Michael Degostino Annie Catherine Draper Cranberry Lenahan Margaret Rogouse Nellis Ann O'Donnell Eligabeth Mumie Fred William Garleeh Hazleton Christiana Storey Mia Josephine Caramonea Jacob Berger August Storey

Scott's Emulsion Promises Relief for Cough and Inflammation

An advertisement notes common cough mixtures only smother symptoms while Scott's Emulsion dives deeper to quell inflammation. It claims glycerine provides soothing comfort, hypophosphites stabilize nerves, and the oil nourishes weakened tissues to support recovery.

Scott

Traveling Men's Club Holds Pennsylvania Convention

Harrisburg hosts the Traveling Men's Club annual convention with delegates from Pennsylvania Ohio Maryland New York and New Jersey. Officers elected include President W H Wasson Harrisburg first vice president Samuel M Mahonen Philadelphia second vice president R S Bach Elizabethtown secretary J P Morgenthaler Harrisburg treasurer W H Sweatman Harrisburg and an executive slate. A evening banquet at Lochiel hotel featured toasts led by J A Roller and J A Lee among others.

Harrisburg Pennsylvania Ohio Maryland New York New Jersey John E. Fox W. WH. Wasson Samuel M. Mahonen Philadelphia R. S. Bach Elizabethtown J. PF. Morgenthaler C. Sweatmat Harrishburg J. C. McFarland Harrishure D. , Welk Milton H. P. Raber Harrisuns T. W. Beaver J. A. Roller Luray Lochiel Hotel P. Lummus B. G.thomas Baltimore J. A. Lee East Groveland N. Y

Murder in Doe Run Drives First Degree Verdict Talk

West Chester, February twenty two. Ella Preston, mulatto wife of Jonas Preston Jr., found murdered in her home at Doe Run. The autopsy reveals severed carotid arteries jugular veins and windpipe, the head pounded to jelly. District Attorney MacKires signals only murder in the first degree or nothing as verdict. Preston’s noon visit to his father amid inquiry adds to the alleged motive with pap I’m ruined remark.

West Chester Ella Preston Jonas Preston, Jr Doe Run MacKires Preston Preston Ls Ella

Trolley crossing restrained by court in Pennsylvania suit

In Doylestown Pennsylvania Judge Yerkean restrains the Quakertown and Eastern Railroad against grade crossing by the Quakertown Richlandtown Trolley Co directing that crossing be by an overhead bridge approved by township supervisors The ruling follows legal doctrine that grade crossings should be avoided when practical The court also denies the trolley company right to build over Mrs Ella V Merritt property without consent in a separate case

Doylestown Fes Judee Yerkes Quakertown and Fastern Railroad Company Quakertown and Richlandtown Trolley Company Yerkean Ella V. Merritt

Pastor expelled for bribery in Lancaster case

Rev. Alexander Williamson, a colored preacher, was expelled from the Lancaster Ministerial association after a contract to deliver his entire congregation to the Democratic mayoral candidate for a consideration. He faces a bail on a charge of accepting a bribe and the Democratic city executive committee will pursue the case.

Lancaster Alexander Williamson Lancaster Ministerial Association Williamson

Lehigh Beats Lafayette In Indoor Meet 67-49

Lehigh defeats Lafayette 67 to 49 in an indoor meet at Bethlehem on February 24. Lafayette’s Rutter won the pole vault with 13? inches and Conway won the running high jump at 5 feet 4 inches. Lindsey led Lehigh with a clear performance in the fence vault and other events.

Bethlehem Lehigh Lafayette Rutter Conway Lindsey

Lehigh junior Oratorical contest prize winners named

The Lehigh University junior Oratorical contest drew alumni from across the country. Henry Aderson Wilcox won first prize of 0, with William Lathrop Moeaker and George Scant Robinson taking second and third prizes for speeches on Should the United States Acquire More Territory.

Hethlehem Lehigh University Henry Aderson Wilcox William Lathrop Moeaker George Scant Robinson United States

McKinley Delivers Washington Birthday Oration in Philadelphia

President McKinley is the centerpiece of Philadelphia's Washington's Birthday celebrations at the Academy of Music conducted by the University of Pennsylvania. He speaks on patriotism drawn from Washington's life as 2,000 students cheer, with a daylong ovation from crowds, processions, and a luncheon at Library Hall before departing for Washington.

Washington University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia McKinley Academy of Music United States Charles C. Harrison Pennsylvania Railroad Provost Harrison Locuet Street Mr. Harrison Academy University Provoert Harriton Stars and Stripes Gqullerica Boxea First Regiment Veteran Corps Marshal Remington Orl Whitaker Episcopal Church Harrison Big House Hall Pennsylvania Atherton State College Holland Western University of Pennsylvania Hyatt Pennsylvania Military College Harris Bucknell McKnight Pennsylvania College Moffat Washington and Jefferson Spangler Areinus Stahr Franklin and Marshall Sharpless Haverford Reed Dickingon Crown Lehigh Warfield Lafayette Waller Indian Normal School Brooks Berkey Johnstown Roger Lebanon Coughlin Wilkes- Barre Gotwall Norristown Colarove Corry Howell Scranton Twitmyer Bethlehem Pease Titusville Richey New Brighton Latta Brown J. D. Bentley G. P. Bible Stroudeburg Andrew Carnegie Justice Dean

Banquet for Rev Dr Swallow Ties State Prohibitionist Move

In Philadelphia today February 22 Prohibitionists from the city and across Pennsylvania hosted a reception and banquet for Rev Dr Swallow. A high level conference in the afternoon discussed the upcoming gubernatorial campaign and potential campaign strategy.

Philadelphia Swallow Rey

Dyspeptics Weigh Remedy Choice Carlsbad Sprudel Salt

The piece argues dyspeptics doubt their remedies between drugs and Carlsbad Sprudel Salt. It extols Carlsbad’s long cure history and notes genuine Sprudel Salt bottled water carries Eisner & Mpenson Co. New York signatures.

Carlsbad He Ey Eisner & Mrnperson Co., Agts New York

Swallow Names Noted Officials Across Counties

Swallow, State Chairman Jones, A. A. Stevens of Blair county, Elisha Kent Kane of McKean, B. H. Engle of Dauphin, Mayor James Monsel of Williamsport, E. D. Nicholas of Luzerne, H. D. Patton of Lancaster, W. W. Hogue of Warren, A. G. Thomason of Lackawanna, H. L. Castle of Allegheny, A. A. Parker of Cambria, and 8. W. Murray of Northumberland listed among prominent figures in the recent county and city governance roster.

Electric Wire Ignites Fire at Lackawanna Ave Store

A fire started by an electric wire at 508 Lackawanna avenue was extinguished at 7 15 yesterday morning by the Phoenix Chemical Company. Passersby noticed flames over the New York Bargain store at 406, where insulation wore off the wire and sparked the blaze. The Phoenix team responded promptly and contained the fire, preventing greater damage.

Phoenix Chemical Company Lackawanna Avenue The Chemical Company New York

Chief Hickey Returns to Office After Foot Injury

Chief Hickey of the fire department is at his office for part of today, first since an accident two weeks ago on the West Side. The injury came from a rusty nail and he only wore a shoe yesterday for a few hours. He leaves home under doctor orders to avoid catching cold while the foot remains inflamed.

Hickey Fie West Side

Obnoxious suitor ponders obstacle at Mrs Bon’s door

Mr Tynebaser pressures Mrs Bon with persistence during a strained home visit. The exchange hints at a continued obstacle as he asks to know what stands in the way and whether it can be removed.

Tynebaser Otlentona

Classified Help Wanted and Real Estate Ad Notes

A Tribune classified fragment lists HELP WANTED and FOR RENT notices with cent a word pricing. Mentions real estate agents sought and promotes low rates, indicating a typographic ad service for small businesses.

Situations Wanted Free of Charge Policy Note

A reader notice states that situations wanted ads are published free while other column ads require advance payment and rents, kept strictly in advance to ensure charges. It records advertising policy and placement rules for classified sections.

Modoc Soap Co Anticipates Exclusive Territory Sale

Agents Dainly to sell specialty soaps offering customers double value in Handsome Presente. Sample outfit free as part of promotion. Cincinnati, Ohio based Modoc Soap Co markets exclusive territory rights and promotional samples.

Dainly Modoc Soap CO Cincinnati

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