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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1897

Page

5

City notes from the county towns and court actions

The grand jury will file a final report today, while several local meetings and events are listed. William Wall remains at large. a lack of truce is noted. Various civic, church, and charity meetings are scheduled tonight and this week in Scranton and nearby areas.

William Wall Westminster Lackawanna County Woman's Christian ‘Temperance Union Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Cuyuco Delware Tudson Palit Olyphant Waymart Carbondale Pravlly Jermyn

Local Panel of Judges Names City Case Authors

A list of judges includes Judge Beaver Judge Willard Judge Rick Judge Wickham Judge Reeder and Judge Smite.

OR Lady Beaver Willard Rick Wickham Reeder Smite

Local notices mix with a near-tragedy at the Academy

The issue recalls a disrupted scene at the Academy of Music where a colored boy selling songsters faced a threatening confrontation from a white stage manager. A revolver was drawn but did not fire as the incident ended without injury. In other updates, the Hesupy mission reports funds losses and plans a financial strategy for IST, with a list of attendees and supporting organizations.

Keane Academy of Music Suchette Age Hespuy Teasurer Wy. Jd. Hand IST Luther Keller C. T. Atherton W. J. Find A. W. Dilek Won J. A. Loneing Willan MecUlaye Girone 1 Guild Providencr Presbyterian Chiureh EL Robindon Second Presbyterian Ohireh Joseph KB. Dixon Penn

Ladies' Whist Night At Beranton Whist Club

On Thursday evening the Beranton Whist Club extends privileges to ladies for a progressive play styled like the November event. Souvenirs will go to the top scorer. Noted whist experts attend including Judge Revder of the superior court and T I Os of Newark. Ten tables expected with possibility of more. Nickel plated skates at Florey's and other grades in proportion.

Revder T. I. Os Newark Florey's

Coursen’s Canned Corn Advertised in Maine Prices

Maine grocer promotes Coursen’s canned corn packed at nest quality. Price this week listed as $1.40 per dozen and $2.00 per crate, highlighting guaranteed freshness and value for customers.

Maine

Waldron’s Big House Sale At Cusick’s Stables

Waldron arrives this week with two car loads of horses to be sold at public auctions next Thursday at 1 o'clock at Cusick's stables. The sale is well known in the area and anticipated by locals.

Waldron Cusick

Homes Near Scranton Offer Central Lots for Family Living

A sales notice invites buyers to choose lots in central Scranton near business districts. Available on Adama Jefferson Madison and Monroe avenues, most plots include flag walks curbs sewers gas and water mains and some with asphalt paving. Terms are easy and titles clear. Call 311 Spruce for circular from Jones.

Scranton Adama Jefferson Madison Monroe Avenues Jones

Want Ad Rates in The Tribune Promote Quick Returns

The Tribune proclaims itself the home paper of the county and urges use of its Want Ads. It claims broad delivery to homes and offices each weekday morning and promises quick results for businesses and households at a charge of one cent per word.

the Tribune Tribune

Rockafellow Case Opens with Insolvent Deposit Rule Debate

The Rockafellow case dominated the first Superior Court session as prosecutors urged that each post insolvency embezzlement counted as a separate offense. Rockafellow’s counsel argued against this, warning it would yield excessive, unjust sentences. Other indictments and the opening of term filled the docket while judges convened for the afternoon session.

Superior County Rice Wickham TNA Wonelock Voelook Judie Toe Dudes WL Beaver Clady Wiekhai Draaher Smith Etlee Ont Eto O Uimiin Mutual Fire Insurance Company Common Pleas Lucerne BL. Loveland Frederick LL. Teon Thomas J. Howe Lackawnnn Jr J. Cook & Co Meniist Thom J. Conway COMET Lackawanna County John McGinty Patrick Gordan

Sins of Debauched Parents Visited on Their Offspring

A starving step son Wille Gibbons was found by Patrolman Reese Jones roaming near the Von Storch shaft in Providence. He is the child of George and Wee Panning, who were jailed for a drunken fight with Mr. and Mrs. Mick Baskerville, leaving four siblings to fend for themselves. Assistants from local charities intervened as the family abandoned the youngsters.

Wille Gibbons Reese Jones von Storch Providence George Panning Wee Mick Baskerville

Union Public Installation of Scranton Knights of Goolsten

The seven Scranton Knights of the Goolsten will publicly install 105 officers this evening at Music Hall in full uniform. The district grand slam and chief will preside as entertainment, music, selections, and tableaux follow. A reception and ball will conclude the event for members and guests.

Scranton Knights of the Goolsten Eile Music Hall Tobin Philadelphia Erand Pennseylvana

Darkest America at the Academy of Music Tonight

A talented colored company performs Darkest America at the Academy of Music tonight. The show mixes farce with specialties and ends with an operatic burlesque. Notable performers include Billy McLain and the McCarver brothers with strong singing throughout.

Academy of Music America Billy McLain McCarver Brothers Academy

Ground for an Apartment House in Jefferson Avenue Area

Philadelphia capitalists and attorney J W Brownlie surveyed central city land last week with plans for a late-age apartment building. Interviewed yesterday, non-com Titus stated a definite decision would come within weeks on erecting the Wut riding, possibly on the triangular ground at Jefferson avenue and Ridge Row.

J. W. Brownlie Tribune Jefferson Avenue Ridge Row

Wyoming Is Closed Big Hotel Vacated By Landlord White

Landlord White vacated the Wyoming house yesterday morning after breakfast, leaving the big structure empty for remodeling. The contract has not yet been let, but work is expected soon with furnishings remaining as the Handley estate owns them.

White the Tribune Wyoming House Handley Estate

Night lunch wagon ban approved by city official

Mayor Halley signed and delivered to the city clerk a measure revoking Neenes for the night lunch wagons and prohibiting new permits. The action ends a year long dispute with restaurant men and saloon keepers who opposed the wagons as nuisances and improper mercantile activity. Skates at half price offered at Floreya on Wyoming avenue.

Dalley Thomas Connolly Chicago Green Hidge Depot Arene Lickawiiind Hospital Connelly Halley Floreya Tve Wyoming Avenue

Board of Control approves night school reforms and staff moves

The board's latest session focused on committee reports with several transfers and appointments. Changes include permanent appointments and salary decisions for teachers, revisions to night school pay, and a visit to night schools by the building committee next Tuesday.

Calvin Parsons Centrol Mer Barker

Explatory Move On Mechanical Engineer Appointment

A committee discussed hiring a mechanical engineer to inspect all mechanical work tied to school binding. Names mentioned include James J. Dickset and Thon J. Bester with Dr AW Liegan. The panel planned to hear Mr Padre and Mr Casey's amenities, but the meeting was adjourned before final decision.

Fedl Casey

Promoters Claim Acid Phosphate Remedy Use

Dr. F. L. S. Davis of Meytden Connecticut endorses Horsford's Acid Phosphate as a pleasant cooling drink for fevers and general relief. The testimonial notes substantial relief and repeated use in medical contexts.

Horsford FL. S. Davis Meytden Conn Nya

Mammoth Clearing Sale To Start Across Departments

The notice announces a large clearing sale to begin as part of changes across multiple departments. It outlines the scope and intent to dispose of surplus items during the operation.

Great Monday Morning Sales Offer Shows Unbeatable Prices

A prominent notice urges shoppers to attend a January 11 sale at 8 AM presenting the year's best chance to buy goods at prices never heard of before. The alert promises extraordinary bargains and a must attend event for bargain seekers.

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