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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1897
Page
1
The note argues that further markdowns will unlock profitable investment prospects, claiming the stock is priced to yield gains in most cases. It emphasizes a belief in continued value realization and eventual profitability for investors.
A fragmented remark discusses material costs and payments dated from an older season. It notes that former prices do not reflect current value and that high quality tailoring goods may command higher prices than those stated.
Auction note describes ladies double capes in Mitch Cheylot fabric medium weight. Expected clearing price around F2.00 with a 59 cent current estimate.
Men's and children's garments offered at clearing prices. Lot includes fur trim capes, full length items, Cheviot jackets with fold front and roll collar, rip ple back. Prices listed from 1.29 to 2.69 with original values up to 4.00.
Several ladies jackets including boucle and kersey models priced down from 6 to 7 dollars to clearance prices around 3.59 to 4.98. Stock also features imported caterpillar cloth jackets at 7.50 and mixed styles valued from 16 to 25 dollars with heavy discounts.
The Pennsylvania Leader reports Senator Quay and Senator Penrose visiting Canton tied to speculation of a cabinet appointment for Governor Hastings. Texas business men delivered a 105000-name petition for John Grant’s cabinet seat, while Judge McKenna’s status and Bushnell’s Ohio plans loom in parallel.
The Press reports M A Hanna announced his bid for the United States Senate after a key meeting with Rex-Congressman A J Morey of Hamilton. Hanna deflects questions on Sherman’s Secretary of State status and cites journalism over concrete plans, calling reports of eastern senators uniting against him unfounded.
In New York Jan V7 General Grosve of Ohio in town says the Sherman secretary of state selection affected no senatorial succession. He recalls being present when the president elect was asked who would be senator in place of Sherman.
Harrisburg January 17 A busy week looms at the state capital as the legislature reconvenes after a recess. A joint convention will elect a United States senator with Senator Penrose favored by Republicans while Democrats back Black. Committees will be announced and a flood of bills, including textbook price control and gaming reforms, are planned.
Jabez F. Lemon a Forest City resident shot himself in his room after years of illness and financial trouble. He conducted a pool room on Depot alley with a roommate Walsh who woke to a gunshot. A coroner refused, a jury was impaneled, and Lemon’s death followed a failed bakery business and fire ruin. He left a sister in Great Bend and three sons in New York.
Washington Jan 17 reports from Canton state President elect McKinley will appoint Perry S Heath as private secretary. A James Boyle, McKinley’s long time secretary, seeks to go abroad. Boyle likely to be sent to Bradford as consul. Heath formerly with the Washington bureau of the Associated Press.
In Sleepy Eye Minnesota the Bramble rotary engine agreement with the Al Je syndicate of London is reportedly closed. The inventor holds credits at the Bank of England totaling 6.7 million dollars. Gold consignments and patents are listed for England and Prone, Germany, and the United States with multi‑million values.
Washington January 17 Senator Sherman denied he had commented on the incoming administration’s Cuban policy. He said no statements he made could be read as indicating any official position. The remark followed press dispatches claiming interviews with him on the topic.
Daisy Cole and Gertrude Staloeup escaped from the house of refuge in Baltimore. Daisy boarded a sailing vessel with captain William Wyatt and wed Pastor Richard Schmidt after a spontaneous ceremony. Gertrude Startup married boarder Ward Apt with refuge superintendent helping to obtain the license. Both girls were 15.
Harrisburg Jan 17 Governor Hastings declines interview about a reported Senate bid for a cabinet position. He says he will not discuss the matter and cites important official engagements, adding he will not assist the Quay party’s Florida trip next week.
Weather indications today include snow high and Westerly winds. Reports mention Sumter Quay and Senator Aleot Pon with Major McKinsey and Thien at Harrisuury. Broadcast previews and work before Congress accompany local church anniversary services and a Lutheran church dedication.
Topeka Kansas January 17 ex congressman W A Harris leads the race for United States senator. A new strong candidate emerged last night ex governor John P St John though 4 Prohibitionist by national standing he could be with the Populists and may enter a compromise.
Warren Wol fer ex speaker of the national house of representatives suffered a fall near his Springfield home injuring his left arm. He was a Civil War veteran and is expected to recover.
Postal card returns show a large portion of the National Association of Manufacturers plans to attend its second annual convention in Philadelphia January 26 27 28. Over 1 members have signified intent to be present and the delegate total will rise. Invitations go to more than 7 000 leading manufacturers outside the membership. A symposium on Methods of promoting foreign trade will feature brief addresses by eminent practitioners who have recently visited foreign markets.
Judge Cox signed a temporary order barring Myra Wilber from removing Edith Wilber from the district. Mrs Wilber must produce the child’s election in court Wednesday as David J. Wilber seeks to make the order permanent. The move arises from a suit over alimony and support filed by Mrs Wilber.
A man at Maryland University Hospital cannot recall his name or hometown and was found wandering by a policeman in Baltimore. Doctors note aphasia and unknown prior events, with the patient tracing his name to John Allen of Suffield Connecticut, though that identity remains unverified.
Joseph C. Willard, owner of Willard's Hotel, died at his Washington residence this morning at about 30 years of age. A Vermont native, he came east with his brothers and built the hotel business, later becoming sole owner. Wealthy and with valuable real estate, he lived a recluse for years, known mainly by name to the public.
Incoming ships La Tour cogne from Havre Servis to Liver pools Kiblstuhe from Ebemen Anrivad out AUOnTh reached Quincistown Columbia Naplin. Departures include Funnst Bitmarch from Cherbourg Campatiin from Queenstown Siarted La Nor meandre from New York to Havre and Linard Zaandam to Amsterdam.
Springfield Wisconsin January Walter C. Arthur of Mount Vernon is appointed receiver of the Mount Verden Quilt Manufacturing Company upon the application of William A. Taylor and stockholders residing in Ohio.
The notice announces the season start in 1897 featuring a Muslin Underwear Sale. Local buyers are invited to view new garments offered at bargain prices. The listing highlights ladies and misses items in Muslin fabric.
Three armed intruders held up a saloon on the Atwm Creek road in Columbus eastern suburb, taking cash and valuables from twelve patrons and the proprietor. A shot wounded the proprietor in the forehead as suspects escaped with about $200 in total loot before any arrests.
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