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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1894

Page

5

Williams and McAnulty Offer Mattings and Rugs

Williams and McAnulty at 127 Wyoming Ave list a selection of mattings rugs and related floor coverings for home and business use.

Wyoming Ave

City Notes Review of Local Events and Incidents

City notes report officers elected this afternoon by the Home for the Friendiam and the Leachiwanne Social club ball last night in Musle. There is a board of health meeting at the Municipal building at noon. Contagious disease cases, ten in total, include eight measles and two pyorlet fever. Clothes line thefts occur in the Third ward. Several prisoners were discharged after grand jury action. one accused, William Atherton, remains. North Washington Avenue mourns the death of L. G. Flory timekeeper at Clit works. An express messenger accidentally shot in the Delaware, Lala wanua and Waster road case is discharged. Married couples licensees listed from Wilkes Barre and nearby towns. Local theater ads promote Pride and Poverty at Wonderland and A Railroad Ticket at Academy of Music with good reviews. The Eden Muses showcases the celebrated animal Wallace and Browen Booendo's daring act, plus a strong vaudeville bill.

Friendiam Leachiwanne Social Club Board of Health Tte Sodlock Mec Spoinity Company Hochester Board of Binith Mra Z. Cannon Fudson Strest Frank Chilow Lenjamin Georot Alexander Frances Samuel Monell Ndle Commonwealth William Atherton L. G. Flory Clit Works North Washington Avenues Amp Lalawanua Waster Road Cigt Belvidara Thane J James Manning Riley Kelly Beranton Jon Thomas Ligzie Jamun Herrnton Edward Norman Eons Kevan Wilkes Barre Wonderland Altf Darcy Strat Claws Misa Braniford Aho Misa Kate Wearon

Verdict in Baird v Curtis awards damages of 500

A jury in the M. M. Baird against Walter J. Curtis awarded 500 dollars for alleged malicious prosecution after 36 hours in jail. Baird sought 25,000 dollars. Other rulings included a 310 dollar garnishee verdict in Gilmore and Duffy v Partridge. The trial of Mrs Ann Manley v Hall was continued due to absence.

M. M. Baird Walter J. Curtis Baird Gilmore & Duffy O B Partridge Ann Manley John L Hall

Replevin and ejectment actions heard in Main Court

The city of Captain J. D. Fellows is noted as a key witness. The replevin case of Guernsey Brothers against Meredith Jones and Attorney C Comecy was referred to an attorney. A Pitcher under the act of 1860. An amendment to the declaration was allowed to be filed in the ejectment suits of Thomas Bromage and others against Norah Davers. At 1 o'clock court alloursed in the Main court room for the day, there being no cases ready for trial.

J. D. Fellows Guernsey Brothers Meredith Jones C Comecys Thomas Bromage Norah Davers Torrey Archtwld Gunster Luverne Stroet Supmitie Court Janes H. Taney City Socittor

Judge M Edwards Seeks Swift Handling Of Legal Business

Judge M Edwards urges expeditious trial handling to avoid delaying public business. The article notes his courtesy and insistence on decisive rulings, plus recollections of former Judge Tandley and comments on attorney attire and local juror Patrick McCarry known as Chile.

M. Edwards Sternloe

Annual Banquet of Scranton Caledonian Club at the Wyoming

The Scranton Caledonian club holds its annual banquet at the Wyoming on Thursday evening Jan 25. The 35th anniversary of Scotia bard Robert Boray will be celebrated with oratory and singing by Judge H M Edwards Mayor W J Connell Captain Bo EL Morris Colonel Frank J Fitesinmons Dr Jimew McLeod William T Smith Spontor MF Mcfionald Professor George Phillips and others. Caledonian Glee party led by Professor J H McMillin provides music. Supper served at 9 oclock.

William T. Smith Spontor MF. Mcfionald George Phillips Calédonian Glee Party J. H. McMillin

Reception at St. Luke's Rectory by Women's Guild

The Women’s Guild of St Luke’s church hosted a reception at the rectory for Rector Ray Rogers and his wife. A large parish turnout enjoyed prettily decorated retreatment tables laden with delicacies. The organizing committee included Mrs G L Dickson, Mrs H Stevens, Mrs L G LaBar, Mrs William Marple, Mrs Thoms Sprague, Mrs John Highriter, Mrs B J Smith, Mrs Kt J Foster, Mrs D P Lesson, and Mr Charles McMinnelin.

L. G. LaBar William Marple Thoms Sprague John Highriter B.J. Smith Mra J. Foster D.P. Lesson Miri Charles MccMnilen

Bellevue seeks cheaper water through petition drive

Bellevue residents at a public meeting formed a committee of James G Dunn Thomas D Bilwardé Thomas Jones and Thomas M Morgana to prepare a petition for the Moosic Water Company at its annual meeting today. A polling place issue was also discussed as commissioners may be asked to obtain space on school grounds, with John EB Williame and Robert S Davis Jr coordinating. John Hale presided and Jacob T Jones served as secretary.

Moonlo Water Company Bellevue James G. Dunn Thomas D Bilwardé Thomas Jones Thomas M. Morgana Moosic Water Company John EB. Williame Robert S Davis, Jr John Hale Jacob T. Jones

Third Ward Commoners Hold Lively Meeting On Light Bill

The Lower Branch Common council met in regular session routing debates over the Scranton Electric Light and Heat company bill. James J. Grier sought to delay payment citing contract faults, while Robathan and Dubigg steered the bill to conform to ordinances and place the light portion back. City solicitor Torrey read opinions on grading suits and street improvements, and new business included resolutions on street naming, home plans for Nay Agg and Crystal, and purchasing a site for Cumberland Hose. Ordinances advanced through readings and changes to paving, walls, and plant operations were approved or referred.

Third Ward Janes J. Grier Scranton Electrie Light and Heat Company Grier Robathan Dubigg The Light and Water Committee Inn Ehnupeil Ao Davies Robothan Nay Agg and Crystal Companies Ranger and Board of Engineers Cumberland Hose Company Ninth Ward Carbon Street Seventh Ward Excelator Madison Avenue Tenth Street Fellows Hampton Street Bight, Heat and Power Company North Main Avenue Thomas St Hoe Select Council

Witnesses contradict Mrs. Rosenagle in Handley case

The defense in the Rosenagle versus Handley trial contends Mrs. Rosenagle lied about Wyoming Manufacturing property being in West Virginia. Witnesses say she knew the WV location and that Handley guaranteed dividends, while Rosenagle denies misrepresentation. The judge adjourned with further testimony expected today.

Wyoming Manufacturing Company West Virginia J.C. Evans George Reed Henry Lacher Mary Christ Mire Rosenagle Ross Locher

City Hall Fire Insurance Allocations Revealed

The annual appropriation outlines a $1,600 fire insurance allocation for city property with a commission of the mayor and council presidents approving policies. Insurance bills are processed by auditors and council, formerly handled by the city solicitor, and a Neptune Engine house fire settled the debate on city fire departments. The article lists numerous agents and company policies for city hall and department properties, detailing amounts and holders across multiple firms.

Itill Neptune Engine Company Danmore Connell Charles BE. Chittenden James Moir Robartaon & Hiteneaok C G. Bolanton Peter Robling & Son Caponse Bridge W. C. Lewis Caponss Bridge

Two more children arrested for begging and roaming city streets

Police took Annie Kashimine and Loraine Zofa into custody after authorities found them loitering and unclean near Kinmtt street. Mrs Duggan offered a wash and dresses, while two older girls Blanche Brooks and Cora Wilson planned to donate clothing, hoping to aid the youths. The kids were held for a hearing as Mayor Connell returned from Newark.

Annie Kaghimie Loraine “Ofa Duggan Anuale Kashimine Fue Zofa Mra. Duggin Dambroski Connell Newark

Miss Estelle Phinney Injured In Street Car Crash

Miss Estelle Phinney stepdaughter of Marshal Preston of Park Plane was dragged under a Parkville street car on Providence road near Diamond avenue. Her left wrist dislocated and a bone in her hand broken. Her brother William Phinney was badly bruised as the carriage was demolished and the top saved her from more serious harm. Doctors Weblan and Ross attended at her home.

Estelle Phinney Marshal Preston Park Plane Parkvilla Treat Miss Phinney William Phinney Providencs Diamond Avenue Weblan Ross Phinney

Sherwood Charged With Drunken Disorder in Hyde Park

Frank Sherwood appeared in police court charged with drunkenness and disturbing the Moore family on Main avenue Hyde Park Wednesday evening. He entered the residence ordered food and when the meal began to be served an officer was summoned. The text also digressed into unrelated literary notes and library binding sales.

Frank Sherwood Wright Sherwood Mi. Moore Main Avenue Hyde Park

Base Ball Meeting Tonight for State Langue Arrangements

The Scranton Baseball Association directors will meet at President St John’s residence in Forest Court tonight to plan the Tuesday Pennsylvania State Langue meeting in the city. Forest House serves as headquarters as the club prepares to host dignitaries and showcase Scranton hospitality.

Scranton Bane Ball Association

Bold horse sale ends in Berwick flight

A. I. Spencer’s horse and Dae camped with the Procando and JTerry Paux, a noted horseman, were sold with bores and tornout in Berwick, property of A. L. Spencer. The horse was driven around and the deal completed with HO Kling of the St. Charles hotel, then they decamped with the proceeds. Faux, now in New York City, may be pursued by requisition.

A. I. Spencer Jterry Paux Berwick A. L. Spencer Thia City Perwick HO Kling St. Charles New York City

Public Installation Of Officers At Petersburge Castle

Newly elected officers of Peters burg castle No. 68 AO of MC were publicly installed on Monday night Jan. 5 by K D G C George H. Shires of Providence Castle No. 48. Officers include S K P Oy Radelph a ane 8, Kydow W. Neilven, & Ko V, C, BEawin Ricker, first Noosa tuet Charles Hauer C of S, Charles Miller ALC of 5, Anthony Stumpp LG EA Wea vel chaplain, Dotor Krets trustees W H Neilaen. Banquet and entertainment followed.

Offivera Patersburg Castle AO. K K. D George H. Shires Providence Castle S. K.P Oy Ko V Beawin Ricker Charles Hauer Charles Miller Anthony Stumpp EA. Weavel Dotor Krets Trustes W. H Neilaen T Hey Invale Epesche

Young Men's Christian Association Hosts Evening Film Program

The YMCA plans a Friday night showing featuring three films, Telephone Lady, Good Morning, and Swinging, presented by Leland Powers. Young men in the office assist with distributing copies and handling the event details.

Tue Taiivik

Longtime Director B A Throop Resigns Danville Hospital

Dr B A Throop resigns after many years as director of the State hospital at Danville citing age and the need for younger leadership. The action follows appointment by Governor Andrew G Curtin and comes as Throop announced his decision yesterday.

B. A. Throop Danville Hospital Bil Throop State Hospital Danville Throop Andrew G. Curtin Pennsylvania

Appointment to Common Council Estimates Committee

Tribune note urged Captain Moir to fill the vacant estimates committee seat. He appointed Arja Williams to replace County Commissioner B W Roberts. EK EB Rotathan will chair the tax committee, replacing county auditor John P Rink. For sale: fine upright plane at 345 Jefferson Avenue.

Atta Williame B. W. Roberts Moir Common Council W. Roberts Arja Williams EK. EB. Rotathan John P. Rink Jefferson Avenue

Keeley Institute Promotes New Year Abstinence Treatment

The notice urges readers to overcome drinking habits through Keeley treatment at 726 Madigan Avenue, Sunton, Pa. It argues sustained abstinence is hard but possible with professional help, describing alcoholism as a disease and promising a lasting change.

Keeley Madigan Avenue Srunton

Music Boxes Exclusively by Gautschi & Sons in Philadelphia

Gautschi & Sons of 1080 Chestnut Street Philadelphia offers wonderful orchestral organs and music boxes. They repair and improve old boxes with new tuning and tangas and sell specialized instruments at modest prices.

Gautschi & Sons, Manufacturers Chestnut Street Philadelphia

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Scranton Norrman& Moore Fire Insurance Wyoming Avenue Lackawanna Fenn Ave A. B. Warman Mears & Hagen Zoe City Notes Academy of Musale Freeman Wallace Eden Muses Sean Browen Booendo MR. Baird Tandley Jude Lily Amermay Handley Cleveland Amertolo Atyle Amertman Belle Patrick MeCarry Fell Township Chles Lackawanna County Chief McCharry Carbondale Old Luzerne St Mary's Hall Providence Christian Doctrine Society of Holy Rosary Church A. Bell Mary Grady A. Dolphin Minaes Mary Hoyle Gertie Fuchen Bliss Lotta Hawka Migs Allen M. J. Coyte Pither O'Donnell Robert Burns Scranton Cale ST. Luke's Rectory Citisons Urier Electric Light Company Goutradtor Nichols Dusinesa Mary Rosenagle Lear Mary Rosenigle John Handley Tts Rosenngle No. 2 Thomae Jiffkine Ne Firut Wowlug Manufacturing Company Mott George D. B. Dimick Vicw Atock Rosesagle Mary Rosenazie Rowenagle Wyoming West Wyoming Company Chty's Fire Insurance P. Robling Franklin, Neptune, Exevldor Columbia Liberty Niagara Franklin and Neptune A. Schadt & Bro Crystal Howe Company W. J. Lewis & Co Ningura Hose Companies Poilitpa & Iolines Krantiin Boging Company Hook and Ladder Columbia Hose Horse W. J. Burke & Co Theneral Phinney Boging Company Nay Ang Bagels Rircolstor Phenix Beathes Neptune Engine Houes G. Boland & Co Neptune Engine Lone Estelle Phinne Harpers Frank Lestie Columu Review of Reviews Century Mr. Schwencker Petersburge Tiaet Lalanid T. Powers YMCA Standard Conrae Christan Frida Evyouing Dan Leland T. Powers David ‘Oppertiehl New York Goa Nottingham HLL & Connell Scranton, PA Jaywyating Leokawanna Avenue Dr. Hill & Son Albany Franklin Avenue Huntington Lackawanna Avenue Stel Tribune Cor Penn Ave Spruce St S.C. Snyder D.D.S Wyoming Avil Cloak and Fur Dept Dr. Jaeger’s Woolen Goods M. Brown
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