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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1897
Page
7
Two men in a wagon touted butterine to residents on Main and South Main avenues Tuesday warning of a fake dairy product. A tester identified the substance as butterine priced at 14 cents per pound, with the buyers traveling without leaving contact.
The article reports a false rumor about a Bezelel avis candidate in the Firth ward race for mayoral support. It notes Mr Davin dismissed withdrawal claims and defended his candidacy. It mentions M L Mair’s potential backing and John F Kelly from Beranten Street entering the alderman race amid independent challenger talk.
Seven members of the Sons of America travel through a storm to Waverly as Camp officers install. Henry Fraidshaw Taner Dodson and David J. Davie are named among attendees. The Waverly Brethren host the reception for Scranton members while Hushey Towell delivers a witty poem in a lively event atmosphere.
Young Tabies organized a sewing circle to supply clothing for indigent women and children during the typhoon. The group met Monday afternoon at the home of Miss Walker on Division Street with five members present and plans to meet weekly.
Robert Morris lodge of Ivorttes hosts an evening program headlined by Kohathan who will speak on quilts on George Mion. Edwin Thawen introduces the event with music by David Stephens BP Warren and John We Jones. Installation of officers will precede the entertainment.
The article describes a heated rivalry between two clubs the Pennsylvania Giee club and the Connell Give club as they vie over plans involving singing Major McKinley asleep in the president's club. It notes implications for ongoing activities in Washington in March and hints at broader emigration issues.
The Welch Filioksaphien society receives noasody from Washingt, DC. Benjamin Hughes White recovers and resumes duties. B O Evans reassumes secretary. The twenty sixth Nal Meely of the company meets next Saturday with director elections. Mrs. Max Morello arrives from New York. Mont ello plans a temporary relocation amid her husband’s Mexico assignment. Attorney Charles F L Olver returns from New York. Prigerkhoft employes paid. Dr FE Y Harrison, Dentist at Moara Hall. William York returns from Pittshore after Labor League convention. Crystal Laundry advertises stiff collars. Mrs. Samuel Morgans visits sister Mrs. Benjamin Hijches. Howling officers elected at Chi Upslion church. list of officers provided. Palmer & McDonald’s offers flowers and designs. Division No. 1 A Co. A i B holds social at Cooperation hall.
A vintage advertisement extols the Pyramid Pile Cure as a remarkable treatment for piles and teetal diseases. Dr Tedmond claims instant relief from the first application, with rapid replacement of surgical methods. Patients report significant relief and many mention buying through local druggists or ordering direct from Pyramid Co, Albion, Michigan.
David M. Jones, patent holder of the Mores Taylor hospital, is reported to have moved to his home at Ha South Che Luerre. The piece notes the latest styles and references Roberts at 126 North Maine in a brief local transfer notice.
Pr W Colborn Dentist with office at 144 North Main Avenue. Harriet J Davis Florist. Amorgan's Pharmacy at 01 North Avenue. Warranted pills and prescriptions prepared. Teachers' supplies and furniture offers noted. Local promotions include wood blocks and general goods from JOC Ming and Towle items.
The Fylacopat Archdeaconry of Scranton held a session at St Stephen's Wilkes-Barre with morning worship led by Archdeacon and discussions on parish matters. May meeting set for Sayre with next adjournment in mind. Sermons and exegeses followed, plus reports on church discipline, sympathy resolutions, and upcoming Auxiliary gathering at St Luke's.
Alex Dunn will host a afternoon treat for Scranton newsboys at the Armory area store. He plans a display of poultry including fowls and a turkey gobbler with many curiosities to excite the delivery boys between newspaper offices and the public.
A lively operatic comedy titled O'Dowd's Neighbors drew a large audience at the Thoringham room last night. The performance by a capable company showcased improved staging and entertaining specialties.
A 19th century ad promotes Bromo Quinine Tableta claiming a single day cure for colds. It promises refunds from all druggists if the remedy fails. The slogan emphasizes quick relief and money-back guarantees.
The ceremony uniting Philip Scheuer and Natharine Nouls took place yesterday at Cedar Avenue home of the Nouls family. Rev. W OAL Nonh officiated with Caroline Scheuer as bridesmaid. A midafternoon reception followed a short drive, with gifts listed including an onyx lamp, a Bible, a silver cake dish, and other keepsakes. Guests included many Scheuer and Nouls relatives and friends from New York City, Connecticut, and local areas. The couple will reside with the Nouls family on Cedar Avenue for now.
The funeral of Charles C. Martin proprietor of Martins hotel on North Main Avenue was held yesterday from his life residence with a high mass at Holy Friary Church conducted by Rev. William PP ODN. Interment followed at Hyde Park Catholic cemetery.
The Women's Christian Temperance group meets at Mrs. J. G. Clifton's residence 1714 Penn Avenue this afternoon at 240 o'clock. W. J. Oliver is ill at his home on Miecurie Avenue. Ira H. Stevens of Delaware Street visited friends in Prompton earlier in the week. At a Pachotte Order Bons of America meeting, Washington was discussed.
The Democratic convention nominated Burgess Burke Colleton Henley Himnilinek Pikgerty and Martin Wileh for local offices and the peace justice. A surprise party honored Tarvey Bowart on Myrtle Street with attending relatives and friends. Other notes include fire company delegates named, a hospital patient scene, a funeral near Madison Avenue, and a lodge ball with festive decorations at Washington Hall.
Saboth Williams, a Republican candidate for burgess, won the Peckville caucus nomination in a large turnout at Mott Haven hall Mackville. Proceedings, nominations for tax collector justice of the peace and auditor were listed, with Williams thanking supporters and pledging to pursue proper laws for the borough.
Katie Hayes, who vanished from her brother's home at 621 Twoneyfleet Street near Keyser Valley on Monday morning, returned home last night. She told relatives she had been staying with friends on the South Side, a tale that angered them.
A foggy period piece promotes homeopathic cures by Thurlow Institute Missouri, claiming remedies cure all conditions from dyspepsia to neuralgia. It touts vast public testimonials, offers a bottle, and lists doctors and offices in Richmond and surrounding areas.
A reader endorses Powell as the best choice for the Import Office representative, praising his character and public service. The writer argues Powell will bring honesty and Christian civic virtue to the role, and expresses confidence in his ability to fulfill duties if elected. The letter advocates unity and support from fellow citizens.
Complainant Tiving M Tutthe brought Indonde case against Wrisht of Jeelhurst yesterday. Jury found Jul- Jerton guilty. Pyttle allegedly shot at him. Ad appears to promote a North to Florian Spring excursion with train rates from New York to Philadelphia and other cities. Tickets available via 116 Broadway New York or Gov W Boyd at Broad Street Station Philadelphia.
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