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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1895
Page
5
A notices promises a $5 reward for information leading to the conviction of anyone stealing The Tribune from subscribers' doorsteps, after complaints about irregular deliveries traced to theft.
The Lackawanna Presbytery meets in Tunkhannock tomorrow morning. Skating at the Driving Park with a band tonight if weather allows. Scranton Oratorio Society meeting tonight at Powell's munk store. Revival services this week at Simpson church with Rev King Tuesday and Dr Pearce Thursday. Funeral for Miss Mary Doersam at Penn Avenue Baptist Wednesday 2 pm. Court confirms auditor report in Frants vs Diem case. Green Ridge WCTU meets Tuesday January 15 at 7:20 pm. Assessor Atherton submits Glenburn books to county. Scranton YMCA basketball team to Kingston tonight. Baptist Pastors Conference notes on Logop. Ex-Sheriff Fahey at Pryor's office finalizing sheriff’s records. Judge Edwards voids road viewers report for Jefferson township for lack of oath. Assignment of Bhoe Dealer Jacob HR Cohen and Moses estate approved. WCTU holds weekly meeting this afternoon at 3. Gambling furniture order to burn within ten days to police chief. Woods to burn tomorrow. Charles Huester now in recorder of deeds office.
The Scranton YMCA gymnasium under Physical Director R L Weston applies individualized exercise plans, measured progress, and diverse classes to build strength and grace. Members from business and youth bands attend weekly, with modern baths, showers, and global privileges enhancing the program.
Arthur Deming presents a two part show with a farce “A Stranger” featuring Nelile O Neill contortionist LeRoy Millard musical comedian Miss Moore operatic selections Prince Plabow acrobat Miss Lorehn Jansen soubrette and Arthur Deming as the emperor. A strong second part includes vocal and instrumental numbers and a grand medley. Performances continue today and tomorrow afternoons and evenings.
At a Ninth ward Republican caucus in the city hall police court room Captain James Moir was nominated to continue as a member of the common council. Election officers for the ward were named for three districts with judges inspectors and registers listed for each district. Deputy Prothonotary Myron Kasson and James Moir Jr. served as secretaries.
Dan L Hart's latest play Neill Washington D C drew strong praise for its humor and pathos though some pace issues in Act I. Daniel Sully starred as inventor Robert ONeill with praise for his natural fervor while rest of cast lagged. Hart appeared after Act II to thank the audience and discuss aims to portray a gentler Irish character not a stereotype. The play is scheduled for production tonight and tomorrow at Hart's home venue.
Judge Edwards reversed Alderman Post verdict in the Druggist John H. Phelps case. The reversal cites refusal to accept a transcript of prior conviction and lack of county specification in the information. Phelps had been fined $4 and costs for selling goods on May 20 in violation of Pennsylvania law.
Hungarian George Creshel threatened to kill his wife on Ninth street and resisted arrest, requiring baton force to subdue him. he received a thirty day sentence. Reader notices announce Republican ward caucuses in the Thirteenth and Seventeenth wards to nominate local officials. Catalogs include an ad for Hood's Sarsaparilla and ankle supporters for skating at the M C A building.
Interest in the food exposition remains high with ongoing contests and demonstrations. Miss Cross led a cooking lesson on diet for the sick with nutritious recipes like Barthiow's Food and Kinet Tea, while a caramel wrapping contest drew female workers and a 50 pound candy challenge was issued by M. J. Kelly. Exhibits include Coal Oil Johnny Soap and Ben'sdor cocoas with insights into fats and starches.
Notes from the exhibit show H Jacoby won the pumpkin seed contest and received a prize. Jelly cake contest results will be announced at the club booth tonight with prizes. Washburn Crosby booth offers a souvenir. Ham sandwiches are given to applicants by Stowers Packing and Megargel Connell. Cr T McCaffrey of Atlantic City Salt Water Taffy company is introduced as an expert candy maker.
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