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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1894
Page
8
Exceedingly Handsome store promotes choicest silks and fabrics for early spring and summer. Purchasers are urged to visit now to secure advantages as these goods sell out quickly and are not duplicated. An inspection of stock is the strongest proof of quality and likelihood of purchase.
Tayvon Pa February 26 Borough council reorganizes Wednesday night John Rundle leaves for Ohio for school The Price Library association meets Thursday evening Ladies night continues weekly Timlin of Old Forge visits William Goodman bedridden since last Friday Jennie Nichols named teacher at Taylor graded school Miss Burke promoted to Convenell school Rev W W Smith farewell at Methodist church leaves tomorrow for Portland Conn Christian Endeavor Society adopts resolutions of respect for the departing pastor
Taunton Pennsylvania February 24. Rumors say several recent candidates may contest the tax collector and council race. An interview with a leading citizen suggests possible challenges under the Baker ballot law. Names and offices mentioned include E E Weston Jno D Jones Andrew Dole Alonzo Henderson O H Horn and others.
The Pittsburg Times notes that the new supreme court judge would rule that several laws including protection margarine antidottery and national quarantine are unconstitutional, based on speeches cited as evidence and suggesting President Cleveland did not know these issues.
The item notes a humorous view that the Republican nominee will have mail delivered at the White House on and after March 4, 1807, implying a longstanding presidential protocol. It mentions the May be Regarded as Official and cites the St Louis Globe Democrat as the source.
Price of the Dilly Daily notes tariff debate losses. Electric Bitters advertised as best remedy for headaches and habitual headaches. Claims permanent cure and constipation relief with toning effect on bowels. Urges trial, Matthews Bros Drug Store offers large bottles at fifty cents.
Out of town correspondents sign full signatures for Hewaletter readers to guard against Syalist deception. Local notices emphasize caution and verification in reporting.
Local items report Richard Gundall returning to Wyoming Seminary and Nettie DeGraw breaking an arm at Mayfield. Mrs Badger visits friends in Hancouk. The Evening Star lodge anniversary supper attracts many. Jermyn Cluigen’s band plans a March entertainment in new rooms. March 9 Mayfield institute program announced. Rev Gendall to speak on temperance reform. Miss Rimron visiting in Uniondale. Mary Cloomer returns from Scranton visit. C M B A tickets for late month show with 50 prize. Stephen A Taylor funeral set. Taylortown named after him. Fire alarm at 10.15 pm due to frozen pipe. janitor’s oil caused scorch marks.
Thirty one license applications to sell intoxicating drinks filed in First ward eleven new. Seven in Second ward. Miss Annie Hartes of Carbondale visiting Mrs John A Murphy. Rev Father McCarley tended Catholic welfare during Father Conway illness. Mrs Ward Wilson recovering from limb injury. William McAloon of Corning seeking harness store site. Eagle Hose fourth annual ball drew delegates. Giles Docker visit from Scott. M F Fadden and A Corcoran to serve as jurors April 2. John Turner to trial in exhibition games next week as pro ball prospect.
A Saturday evening fire at 8 to 9 o'clock damaged the residence of James Doolittle on Delaware Street Forest City. Fire crews from Enterprise and Hill side Coal and Iron Company battled the blaze with frozen water plugs delaying suppression. The Forest City House interior suffered extensive damage and the town records no fires for four months. The report appears in the Scranton Tribune.
The fragment mentions a scene in Chicago with a clerk and a crying figure, referencing a Detroit free press style setting. It remains unclear and lacks concrete actions, dates, or identifiable individuals to confirm a full report.
Duryea Pennsylvania reports the Adginda literary society formed with D H Evans as president Anna Mainwarring as secretary Anna Walch as treasurer and Patrick Gilboy as vice president The Temperance address by Rev James Mitchell drew a large audience and Rev Stevens will preach next Sunday at the Presbyterian chapel Burglars struck again stealing two overcoats and cigarettes from the Pullman house.
Special to the Scranton Tribune Honesdale Pa February 26 Dr Reed Burns heads to Georgia after telegram reports daughter Helen ill Lambert family moved south for wife health William Howe formerly from St Paul visits town Anna Brown returns to Wyoming Luminary Inspection at Company I armory Wednesday night Dolmetach opens new photography studio Eight inches of snow falls delaying sleighing Grand jury meets and adjourns without notable action.
Tribune report from Feb 26 notes the Republican spring convention convened at 2 pm in Allen Howe. George W. Wood was named chairman with N B Bigelow N B Hause and George P. Ross as secretaries. 35 delegates attended. Multiple conferenses and delegates were instructed for Hon. E B Hardenburgh and Hon A Bo Wright, with G H Lancaster chosen for the state convention and Hastings for governor. Wayne county to present a candidate for congress in 18.
Miss Lucie Hartley died at Glenwood last Thursday with funeral Friday. John Sherman plans to move this week to John Weaver's farm near Factoryville. Temperature noon Saturday reached zero. Newell Snyder’s son fell from a cart as horse bolted down Main Street. no damage. Patrick Coyle travels to Philadelphia. Charles Price recovers from illness.
A fragment describes a young woman praised for charm while recalling skin eruptions and blood disorders. Charley explains dimmed purple blotches and rheumatism as part of a joke about cures and a governor’s illness. The dialogue hints at quack remedies and local gossip.
In Philadelphia's Cuest scene a manager offers waiters one dollar daily, provoking a guest to demand better compensation after an hour of waiting. The exchange captures tensions over tipping and fair pay in service jobs.
A Boston paper reports a large flour mill exploded yesterday injuring workers and halting production. Officials say the cause is under investigation while residents describe the blast as severe and far reaching.
Fragmentary lines show boastful bars about American boys, a sister marrying a prince, and an endorsement for Dr. Thomas Felectrice Oil claiming relief from injuries and inflammation. The language is archaic and the source is damaged.
A fragmented clipping mentions Cleveland figures and local journals. It references a senator and public life themes while noting where to find coverage and emphasis on character shown by deeds. The text contains garbled names and stray phrases about reputation and visible actions.
Special to the Scranton Tribune from Pickvitta Pa February 26 notes visitors and returns among residents. Mrs William Day and daughters Mable and Grace visit Yatonville while Mrs Saboth Williams recovers. Henry Obertshaa visits Pittatom. William Snyder visits his parents on Scott road. John Whithe and family return from Hazleton. Jessie Mrear returns from Green Ridge. J P Hollister and daughter Jessie visit Hollisterville. Twenty one new members joined the Methodist Episcopal church last Sunday and revival meetings continue next week. James M Snyder of Scranton marries Tillie A Tanner of Lake Winds at John Warren’s residence in Bell Pisce. Rev F P Doty made a business trip to the Electric City yesterday.
Special to the Scranton Tribune from Forest City Pennsylvania dated February 26 reports Miss Alice Z Gregory ill at the home of Henry Boxonu on Railroad Street with Miss Jessie Smith filling her classroom position. Also noted are visits and travels of residents, an interior refresh at the Forest House, snow accumulation, and local errands by residents including E A Wheeler and Dr Dwyer. The piece mentions people from Carbondale Wilkes Barre and Wandling, plus a note on local coal activity at Clifford colliery and other routine town affairs.
A tested cough remedy claims to help throat chest and lung illnesses with a money back guarantee. Over a million users report relief and a trial bottle is offered free at Mathews Bros. drug store with large bottles priced at 50c and 1.00.
Editor Singerly proclaims corruption rumors in Pennsylvania and hints a putrid amount tied to the Democratic organization nearby. Harrity is mentioned in the disrupted text.
An odd exchange surfaces about a bra remark in a peculiar piece from a New York press item. The dialogue hints at a pickle of life and diminishing health reflected in a simple, cryptic line.
Beecham's pills marketed as remedy for biliousness headaches dyspepsia heartburn torpid liver dizziness and loss of appetite caused by constipation. Free book offered pills 25c available at drugstores or by mail from B F Allen Co 365 Canal St New York.
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