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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1901
Page
13
OCR text jumble references a city notes page with various names and events but is largely garbled. It mentions individuals such as Matriage Lipase and Margaret Sielels and mentions a winery, a parking incident, and a melee scene. The fragmentary page keeps shifting topics with no coherent narrative or clear outcomes.
The United Mine Workers of America Local Assembly in North Serane ton objects to proposed salary cuts for mine inspectors. The resolution urges state and federal unions to request lawmakers to prevent wage reductions and protect inspector pay, citing inspector duties and responsibilities.
A special water committee met to press Scranton Gas and Water Co president W W Seranton for at least eighty pounds of water pressure in built up city areas. The plan and authority were debated. Seranton refused, citing insufficient revenue and infrastructure to guarantee the higher pressure. The committee referred the issue to study possible supply increases and agreements with the water company.
Police nabbed three men after a Liquor district incident on Lackawanna avenue near Grand Central hotel. George Orr identified among suspects, claimed innocence, searched pockets without finding the alleged five dollar note. Orr and a companion were arrested. one man released.
Porto Ricans representing a majority of island property owners met Postmaster General to urge changes in inland tax collection. They do not oppose the tax amount but seek reform in its collection process.
The article notes the Commercials leading Northeastern Pennsylvania bowling standings with Hopkins captaining a strong lineup. It highlights scoring totals, individual averages, and upcoming matches that could solidify the Commercials' path to the league trophy, while mentioning rival teams and recent performances by key players.
The passage claims a big fellow may be nearer to Bulewka than County Mayo and suggests he speaks Boglieh with a brogue. It hints that the name might be Halloran and references locals who debate his origin.
A Bloomsburg State Normal School circular by Prof J P Welsh invites graduates to teach in Philippine public schools. Details: monthly salary 36 to 56 dollars for twelve months, transportation to Manila provided, three year contract, tropical climate, required qualifications include health, adaptability, good presence and character. Applications due March 5.
Central City Women’s Christian Temperance Union members condemned a local dealer’s “Carrie Nation cocktail” as an insult to Mrs Frances Willard and temperance work. They highlighted her legacy at a banquet for John G Woolley in March and recalled Willard’s life and impact on women’s rights.
A split between Democrats and Republicans over council seat appointments leads to plans to seat eleven regular members and litigate the remaining posts. Republicans Keller and Alworth oppose seating the additional councilmen citing improper apportionment, while Democrats push for immediate seating and a court ruling on the legality of the arrangements. The outcome could shift control of the council to Democrats if the court sides with them.
A fragmented notice describes a prohibition banquet at Chertisey fall on the evening of March 4 and a sale of Cimernse'r Misirators. It also lists New Spring Neckwear for Ladies, New Stylen by Cramer-Wella Co at 199 Wyoming avenue, and a request to avk for Kelly's union crackers.
A long instructional piece explains the proper method to couple cars to avoid impact damage and to bring an engine into a station without jolting passengers. It covers checking brake components, ensuring condensate drainage, and avoiding frozen couplings, with emphasis on piston and signal maintenance and cautious water crane use.
In Wilkes Barre February 82 the Juin Knox Commandery hosted a Doel Hprowtive event supporting the Red Cross. The large assembled orchestra and chorus delivered a grand performance with electric effects and dramatic lighting. Sovereign commander Firth MM presided as Sir Minis Worth praised the program.
Fragmented OCR text details a ceremonial gathering with many names and commanderies, listing attendees and officers from Scranton and nearby towns. It mentions a council meeting, a Treater of Johny Commanders, and invitations for a Red Crone council, with references to Malta limeprint and various commanders, dating events to February and April.
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