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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1897

Page

5

City Notes Reflect Local Moves and Legal Notices

John H Fellows and W Brownlis moved offices to Alewis building. Fourteenth ward opens No 1 school for pupils today. Catherine Tunes estate executor James McGovern discharged by court. Various local events include a Hibernians gathering and Methodist meeting. Gertrude Collis dies age 1 year. funeral in Hyde Park Catholic cemetery. No 87 School holds public event. Clearings weekly totals reported. Lewis seeks divorce via next friend David Thames. A Capotave Avenue meat market burglary reported. thieves fled with cash. Grand Army post honors retiring commander with sword belt. Northeastern Pennsylvania ties noted.

John H. Fellows Og. W. Brownlis Alewis James Mcgovern Catherine Tunes Order of Hibernigns Amelie Hibernian Halon Pourth Avenue Mary Harding Gukforcourt Amiay Davie TH. A. Grant L. Diypmaster Howard Jason Park Church To O'Clook Gertrude Thomas Collis Monroe Ave Nive Ness Monilly Mundas Dan So Sigasles SON Sucre Jiatet Lewis David R. Thames Iverce David M. Lewie Crivelly Allowes D. W. Achoonever Capotive Avenue Tiakaa Wien Forestir & Window Eid Monles Grand Army of the Republic Hans Wihasr Howe Menneylvaali

Cuban League Moves to Form City Branch

City officials consider a Cuban League branch in the region. Mayor Halley met with Frances W. Joan, the general secretary, and urged potential members to identify with the movement. The league, composed of prominent residents, outlines its goals and scope during the meeting.

Cuban League of the United Pities Halley Frances W. Joan Rome Hlean Clilgens

Fifth Avenue Hotel Hosts Cuban Self Government League

The organization at the Fifth Avenue hotel in New York on December 4 1800 lists Fran Alienta president and Charles A Dana among vice presidents. The league aims to express Cuban sentiment and secure by legal means the right of self government for Cuba. Mayor Bailey plans to consult prominent citizens to gauge local support.

Fifth Avenue New York Fran Alienta Charles A. Dana Thomas L. Gaines Penwall Flower Chauncey M. Depew John BR. Dose Passos Theodore Roosevelt Thomas F. Gilrey George Hoadley W. Edward Simmons C.H. Denlem League Cuba Bailey

School boy charged in mail matter case

A Weyertold schol ley pupil, Jamo Meehan, was held in $1,000 by US Commissioner A J Colbern on a mail matter charge. He allegedly sent a letter to Annie Heulett, a school mate, leading to an inquiry and warrant served by Deputy US Marshal J Shea. Deputy U S Minut

Jamo Meehan Weyertold Scholley Priveters United States A. J. Colbern San John Meulett Res Minutshul Jot J. Shea

Mine wages the same says company chief

Captain W A May of the Missie Ceat and Tron company refuted claims that sweeping wage reductions were imposed on workers. He cited unchanged pay for most, noting reduced mine output led to shorter outside time and equal adjustments in repair and engine work across crafts.

Missie Ceat and Tron Company Hid Capetain May Washington Avenue Triftune Anim Hilleide Company Ulkely Mor

City thugs nabbed after drunken fracas in central ward

Disorder crowds tell of two men Jines Hagerty and Edward Deol detained after dragging a drunken man along Lackawanna Avenue. They paid a small fine in the mayor's court and were released. Patrols tracked a third assault on Center Street where Thos Shafer was struck with a black jack and fined.

Ledlock Hin Wrod Dick Lite Delaware Lackawanna Western Yard Howe Center Street Earle Cannon Thos Shafer Elis Vieline

Fragmented ad copy for cured ham and groceries

garbled text advertises a cured ham without rind and mentions prices and various items but readable details are limited. It appears to be an old market or grocery advertisement with scattered brand-like terms and partial product notes.

Choice residential lots in central Scranton offered

Important message promotes purchasing choice lots in central Scranton near Adams Jefferson Madison and Monroe avenues. Highlights convenient walking distance to business theaters hotels churches stores depots. Features include sidewalks curbs gas water mains steam heat asphalt paving and clear title. Call Jones at 311 Spruce for circular.

Central Scranton Adama Jefferson Madison Monroe Jones

Ben Hur Manager Clashes With Committee Over Pay

The Ben Hur manager Clark provoked a delay lasting about fifteen minutes by insisting on a contract demand before the curtain could rise. He threatened to withhold proceeds until his terms were met, sparking a confrontation with the entertainment committee and delaying the performance, though the show eventually continued.

Clark Waller C. Othurky St. Luke's Tailewtt Performavives Flo Wwe Clarke Rufus d. Poster Ehh Prine Rensorter Benjamin Tmamiltom Choark Tev Rogere Israel Pa Mesers Warren Wolf Coli Tne Vtaeing Mattis Dn Wiktat Matamison Ark Ovia Hanlon I. O Abe Kaa Bly WU Ratteslay Porter Kerr

Ex Sheriff Robinson Party in Hot Springs Gives Silver Cups

A visit by ex Sheriff Charles Robinson and companions to Hot Springs included a Saturday night dinner at the Scrinton house. They presented Charles and August Rollinson with silver loving cups, Tiffany’s New York craftsmanship with vine and berry motifs. Senator Stace of New York presided with speeches, and a large guest list attended the dinque.

Charles Robinson Victorisech John Benore Charles EH. Miller Arkansis Scrinton House Charles August Rollinson Tiffany's New York City D. Wer. Wie Senator Stace New York Clark Bauer Charles Mid Aveust Robinsen Chanles A. Stadler James Challey John OH. Pellows Prothonouy Clarenes Conrad Behrouder A. di Healey Pruemers PF. Gunster HL Jermyn Mayid Hk. Pettehard Frank Ooh TS. Paw Chares J. Welchel J.J. Coimmines B. Pish W. H. Pevee Carl Lorenz A. Ey

Ben Pie to Be Introduced in Oswego Season

A crowd expects the introduction of Ben Pie at Oswego with the Cull group noting about 8,100 will be collected. The event is tied to the troubled Clerk and the ale and ootitteay project, seen as valuable and ready for use.

Scranton

Medal of Honor Meeting Organizes June City Convention

The general committee for the Medal of Honor conven­tion meets in Mayor Halles asking a June gathering. A finance committee is named with Colwell B. Eloote chairing alongside Chapa UP Hobson Hobbeon Sanderson and others. They propose no reception, a banquet, and tours to Mirthurst and related points on June 10, with dresses delivered by committee members and early-day business.

Halles Otis Colwel BB Eloote Chapa UP Hewow Chiarles Hobbeon George Sanderson G. Woeinci Wed. Gounel John J. Kiowe Tauer Jerman Mimhurst

Plaintiffs Win Ejectment Suit in City Court

Jury returns verdict in favor of plaintiffs in ejectment case involving Th Comepyr Russell before Judge Pupdy Shuma. Jones Schimpf case postponed to next week. final decision expected in coming days as the third week of hearings begins with Judges Archbald and Gunster presiding.

Comepyr- Russell Wile Pupdy Shuma Plegs Mien Jones-Schimpf Archbald Gunster

Saleswomen Arrested and Fined for Transfer scheme

Two women were arrested and fined after using West Side transfers to ride for one fare. The incident drew comment from General Manager Silliman who said the practice is extensive and must be stopped. Witnesses noted transfers were shared during lunch hours, with staff colluding to exploit the system.

Tor Come Panion Silliman Tom Millan West Side Heimne Sunni Dna Lnter Wilw Tribune

Winton Breaker Disaster Leaves Site Sealed

Unclear wording describes a breaker off the Pierce Coal Company at Winton being totally destroyed and the area sealed. No further details on casualties or exact cause are provided.

Winton Pierce

Fire damages mine and brokers as listed in local notices

The article notes a fire Saturday morning destroying mine contents and the broker valued at 500 dollars insured for one third. It mentions executives James J. White and F. L. M. Towley connected to the company and lists local business notices and a funeral announcement for Horoph Walshmere Glvend with a funeral service the next day.

Fuille James J. White Micelty Ja Preeident Ft. 1 Walsh Dunmore Tan Horoph Walshmere

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