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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1902
Page
2
The readable portion hints at a transportation event involving a train and multiple places. Specific names are garbled, but the text references stations or locales and mentions a timetable or route. No clear outcome or dates emerge from the fragment.
The city Republican convention in council chambers formalized nominees for principal offices Scott for Assessor Waterfield two year term and Williams the shortest term. The gathering elected officers and reviewed returns from party divisions to confirm the official slate for the spring municipal election.
Fragmented OCR text listing many names, places, roles, and notes. Contains municipal and personal references with scattered terms like mayor, Ward, city, and showings. No coherent event or narrative discernible from the readable portions.
Chief McAndrew proceeds against Louis Girdella Mike Hennetti and Alphonso Sirriani confectioners fined 5 and costs by Alderman Atkinson. The group faced charges of selling confectionery after Sunday observance. Several others await hearings as officials consider broader enforcement of the Sunday closing law.
Report notes council inaction left the fire alarm system nonfunctional during an overnight fire starting at dawn near South Mall Street and Eighth Avenue. Fire crews, aided by public works, fought the blaze as electrical faults and weather conditions were blamed for the system's continued failure.
A fragmented verse warns that a man is advised by his mirror and scales to seek health. He takes daily Scott's Emulsion to improve skin and weight. The insistence of friends and a shift in appearance follow, though the text remains garbled and incomplete.
After the miles, terriatimentes were served. Present were Mitres Sarah Mcfonough Anna May Farrell Lisette Wannah Tighe Agnes Connor Margaret Lydla Katie Morrison May Gilros Anna Mary Mamie Cavanniah Mewar WA Connor MM W Cave anutiah C J Mahoney Rawat Cod dington J D Morrison John W Meehan Joseph Farrel Moa Keorh Will Foxe 9 McDonoudh 4 al Gollen whd James Gites.
A lively night at Columbian Hall featured Mozart orchestra opening by the EMME Ware, then Joseph Battle performing in his signature style and an encore. Alice Billeot impressed with a graceful vocal number as dancing began. The effort spanned prizes, a plum tree game, and a civic crowd enjoying a social occasion hosted by local Carbondale entertainers.
The clever remuntie Hetor Veningle appears at the Grand in David Friggine's The Secret Dispited a dramatic play. The production promises strong pathos and vivid emotion in a Tennessee setting with brisk scenes and keen stagecraft.
An evening of interest and instruction is promised Friday night as Mev Dr Kirby of Washington DLC discusses The People and the Labor Question. Dr Isiphy, sociology professor at the Catholic university in Washington, will join, promising a worthy discussion on a social issue shaping current problems.
Rev. Sk. A. Boyl will present readings and recitals with selections from literature. A 4H display of elocutionary powers features as Rev. Moyl, a King School of Education graduate, demonstrates a successful speaker’s showcase.
Vaudeville acts headline this week with Perry O'Dell and Dee. Last night Nick London a comedy drama drew strong audience reaction and multiple encore requests. Tonight Besott and the Secret, a one night stand company, perform followed by the Henertole company tomorrow.
Charen Linneh and notable members host sessions at Carbondale lodge and other groups. Attendees include Knights of Pythias, Ladies’ Pasties, Healhend Aingineers, and Pioneer cuatle chapters with afternoon gatherings planned.
An old style advertisement touts Lusative Brono-Quinine Taldels as a cure for coughs and colds. It promises payment only after relief, with pricing given as 25 cents. The wording mimics early medicine booster copy.
An OCR damaged snippet references Daye and Wadeue with base timing and evening activities, implying a local sports or event update. Names appear garbled but suggest a brief report on participants and schedule in the DT Waiglige area.
The listing details timetable changes and service notes for Delaware and Hudson and related routes. It mentions Wilkes Barre and Albany connections, Wilkes-Barre to Hartford and Hartline area stops, with freight and passenger timings and fares.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe railway movement and names like Sevusiealis and Loninte with dates in November. The readable text mentions divisions, pelt shipments, and unidentified personnel, suggesting a brief transit update without clear outcomes.
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