Local Notes and Court Actions Highlight City Affairs
The report covers court actions including guardianship and probate for Caroline Schneller widow, divorce case brought by L P Wedellin for Willa Llewellyn on cruelty grounds, and bail releases for two alleged felons in a Philadelphia area case. It also notes a sheriff sale of Dr Green’s property, a stack of municipal notices, and a fraud charge against Thomas Smallcomby dismissed after insufficient evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick Quinn
Dorepi Savage
Equity
St. Julco's
Washixton Avenue
John Taylor
Paula
Grean
Mears
I. Wi
John Sohnmelder
Pemiilon
Caroline Schneller
Jim Tedras
Gid
Ablehuel
Aghia
Jall
Gtergw Maroyok
Ann Llewetln
L. P. Wedellin
Tyson
Thomas
Post Office Sets Record for December 1896 Stamp Sales
Postmaster Wandling sent his monthly report noting December 1896 broke all prior monthly stamp sales in Scranton. The November total was $1,873.78, and December 1896 outsold December 1895 by 1.45 percent as holiday mail volume surged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wandling
Washington
Scrantom Postoffier
Fire damages stock prompts reopening and sale
A Valais Wyonine avenue shop damaged by a recent fire plans to reopen Monday morning. The proprietor announces a full stock closeout within thirty days and mentions a 1000 yard embroidery remnants sale. Meanwhile the Lewis Reilly Davies shoe store will be closed today and DeWitt's Photo Parkery at 465 Spruce Street will operate for business today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valais Wyonine Avenue
Lewis, Reilly & Davies
DeWitt's
Cor Wahlngton Ave
Farewell '96 and New Year Celebrations Across City
Infants year passed amid noisy demonstrations as revelers filled streets with tin horns and cheers. Watchnight services occurred in several city churches while social events and church programs unfolded in homes and halls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tlistory
New Year Observance in City With Closed Shops and Open Post Office
Citywide New Year observance leads to widespread closures of markets and businesses. Delaware Lackawanna and Western lines suspend most operations while post office windows stay open for stamps and money orders. Youth group plans open house, decorations, and afternoon and evening program featuring performances by Perry brothers and Starrett. Railroad workers express desire for added activities or refreshments tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
Delaware
Pludson Canal Vom
Fny WI
Lackawanna Iron and Steel Company
Tamm
Willie Moe
Young Mens Christ
Weloek Todd Fom
Cmemittee
Perry Brothers
Howard
Starrett
Iso
Hidlroms Youngs
Chris Hane
Tribune
Pearnull
Child Burned in Furnace Fire at Home
The 1-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mackledge of Thormp son street was nearly burned to death yesterday afternoon as flames enveloped a burning garment in the cellar. Parents heard cries, rushed to the child, and smothered the flames, but the child suffered severe burns to the chest and arms. The parents also received burns to their hands and Mrs Hinthledge was taken to hospital in a state of excitement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dennis Mackledge
Thormpson Street
Tial Wade
Lerelothes
Hoth
Palin
Scranton Business College Praised for Thorough Training
Prospective students informed of January arrivals and new faculty, with a lady securing a position at a well known firm. The college emphasizes theory and practice, rejects budget and cabinet systems, and advertises low tuition for a first class institution. Visitors welcome to tour facilities and methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hicana
Activa
Scranton Business College
Frank Shiffer Jailed Over Fraud Allegation
William Smith a South Washington grocer swore out a warrant against Frank Shiffer for obtaining money under false pretenses. Shiffer was arrested and committed to county jail for bail default after Smith said a 3175 check issued to Sodloh and Mer was drawn on a bank where Shiffer had no account. Also notes unrelated ads for new photos and envelopes appear in the text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William 14. Smith
South Washington
Funds Sought for Summer Home for Convalescent Women and Children
The Men's Guild of St. Luke's Church plans to raise funds to secure a Cresco building adapted as a summer home for convalescent women and children. The project aims to help working families unable to afford the facility, with notes of favorable railway fares and a grand production of Ben Hur staged by Walter C. Clark in Detroit to aid fundraising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Men's Guild of
St. Luke’s Church
Crosco
Sprenton
St. Luke's Church
Cirirty
Clereymen Ae
Durie
Charles Rehlager
Lake Ariel
Cresco
Mr. Hmalistead
Delaware, Lackawannad and Western Railroad Company
Hensons
Walter C. Clark
Detroit
Tactive
Alr
Clark
Benefit Performances At Prothingham Box Office
Morning sale opens for a benefit show at Prothingham box office to aid Joseph Pounding home. Waite Opera Company presents Mikado matinee 25 cents and Hohemlan ilino evening 10 cents. Capacity tested at St Thomas College hall with strong audience, prior shows praised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Thomas’ College Hall
Waite Oper
Joseph
Mrothinghiam
Bamter Building Rooms Promoted for College Work
The Bamter building rooms are adapted to college work with fine equipment. Over one hundred former pupils and college students will attend the opening next Monday. A reception for students and friends will be held in the college room with Professor Kney joining the faculty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bamter
Penn
County Officials File Bonds For New Terms
County commissioners S W Roberts Giles Lhoberten and John Demuth filed their bonds with the recorder Heuster. Bonds set at 5000 each with sheriffs and sureties named for Roberts Roberts and Demuth. Auditor-elect A E Kiefer also filed oath of office as the new county officers prepare to take office Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. W. Roberts
Giles Lhoberten
John Demuth
H. Clemions
Ton John A. Fellows
W. Roberta
WW. G. Smith
Henry Mmoberts
Giles Roberts
Philip Moh
Fidelity and Deposit Company Bond Issuance
The Fidelity and Deposit Company approved and licensed by the court for bonds on judicial proceedings. Agents listed include Sani, Phines, and others operating from Dime Bank Building and multiple branches in Petersburg, Dunmore, Green Ridge, Laurel Hill, Throop, Stone Avenue, South Side, Pittston. Rent and care for cars and parcels noted while shopping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lact-Ravan
Seevantan
Sani
Phines
Dime Bank
Petersburg
Dunmore
Green Ridge
Laurel Hil
Throop
Stone Avenue
South Side
Pittston
Marcels
Lack
Dave
Bravilow Byos Plans Auction of Jewelry and More
Auctioneer Bravilow Byos opens a sale next Monday the 4th offering jewelry watches clocks and silverware with all items sold to the highest bidder. The ad promises unprecedented chance to buy at fair prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bravilow Byos
Central Scranton home lots offered for sale
Adama Jefferson Madison or Monroe avenues in central Scranton are offered for autr residential lots. Lots feature flag walks sewers gas water and steam heat in front with asphalt paving. Prices are low and terms easy with clear title. Call for circular.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Autr Cnslee
Scranton
Adama
Jefferson
Madison
Monroe Avenues
Diamonds at Auction at Davidow Bros Sale
Auction notice for a diamond sale hosted by Davidow Bros at 17 Lackawannk Avenue next Monday January 4th. Details read as a brief public notice with reader cautions and item list implied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willeturt
Davidow Bros
Lackawannk Avenue
Davidewros
Lachkawihna Avenue
Millinery Firm Thanks Patrons for Continued Support
A local millinery shop expresses gratitude for public patronage since opening and pledges greater service and better value to customers. The note invites continued friendship and patronage from shoppers.
Local Businesses Open New Year Day In Town
Community stores announce New Year Day hours and specials. DeWitts Photo Parlors will be open at 486 Sprace street near Washington avenue, inviting shoppers to browse Toys for the children and holiday gifts. Grand Union Tea Co and Jones Bros proprietors promote seasonal selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Byevik
Bricca-Prac
Grand Union Tea Cw
301 Lacky
Ave
Jones Bros
DeWitts
Sprace St
Cor
Wishington Ave
Tallor's Fall Styles At Rosas Quiet Shop
Tallor offers fall jackets and overcoats in latest styles at John Rosas boutique on Spruce Street. Customer notices describe a small shop at 307 Spruce Street featuring seasonal apparel and local fashion options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tallor
John Rosas
Spruce Street
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Kramer Bros
Norman & Moore Fire Insurance
Wyoming Ave
Iackawanna
A.B. Warman
Penn Avenue
GatAn
Cley
Thomas Smallcomby
Aldermin Howe
William Thomas
West Side
Smallrom
Operon
Fpinley’s
Mingic
Odin
Titervale
Oor
Jim Wark
Rin Ae
Epworth League
Dar
MM. Giffin
Hemin
Wolowk
Penn Avenue Baptist Eliteh
Wr. 1Ixan
Widieht
Litgle Hughes Mrundsge
Mterntitye
Mite Emeline Richmond
Blanche Wolph
C. W. Roberts
Melen Judd
Trine
Carson Wolfe Hobert String
Pred
J. Widimayvern
St. Patrick's Church
Sando Oootk
Haydn Evans
the Scranton Business College
Frank Shiffer
Duwitt's
Spruce St
Vom Wash Ave
M. T. Howley
Cimelco
Lew Wallace
Harper Brothers
Unionm
Wellelius
Wits
Steveland
Ghia
Mark Mann
Waite Opera Company
St. Thomas
College Hall
College OF Commerce
Zero
DAVIS
Davie’ Theater
Laroy
Marty le Clair
Toynek
Catelina
M. Florence Edwards
Pavia
Joe Madden
Worth Herring
Jusider
THE
Fidelity and Deposit Company
Maryland
Coursen’s
R. Sawyer
Wyoming Avenue
S.C. Snyder
D. D
Gai Sprice St
W. W. Berry
Lackawanna Avant
HAE Brothers
Schimar Piano
Guernsey
Washington Avenue
Sgranton, PA
J. W. Guernsey
Prop
Faesto
Conrad, Hatter Ust
Anelion
Lackawanna Ave
Wyoming House
Tam
Dan
Jibolz
White
China
China Hall
C. J. Weichel
Mears Uidg
Wash. and
Spruge St
Creay Price
Histee
Spruce
Seman & Solomon
For All
Malb
MT. Pleasant
Omce
Dunn
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