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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1898
Page
2
In a dramatic session at Common Pleas, Miller Ehrgood of Daleville resisted a court’s bid to take full control of his affairs. The Moscow Water Company case proceeds with jurors selected as judges weigh the evidence, while multiple other trials in progress include funeral benefit disputes and wage claims.
Mixed docket notes include appeals from Matildi Fahrig in a case against an LLP, a judgment against Moran in Carbondale reversed for lack of a one year requirement, and a freeences motion by City Telegraph Wales. A damages suit by Mrs Williams against Charles Fischer over theft accusations proceeded, a charter petition for the Greek Catholic Church of St John of Mayfield was filed, and a new trial request in Uriah McDonnell v Scranton Tracthon Co. followed a verdict for the plaintiff of 40. Major Everett Where represented the defense in a post verdict motion aimed at judgment for the defendant on law points.
The Wattes Comedy Company plans one more Charity Ball performance in Scranton at the Academy after high demand from those unable to attend previous shows. The program features Miss New York and a road of notable acts including Florence Edwards, Crawford and Manning, and the Irish aristocrats. Also advertised is Dr. Agnew's Cure for the Heart available locally.
The Wilkes-Barre baseball situation faces skepticism from eastern exchanges about a bluff to cash in on a sale. The Record notes the club clings to its rights and aims to stay independent, hoping to win back losses without surrendering the franchise.
The Board of Trustees of Orrick oF Tur Ceremony ENGINEER Company calls a special stockholders meeting at the Coal Exchange Building Scranton PA on February 24 at 7 p.m. to vote on decreasing capital stock from 750 000 to 1 000 000 and increasing directors from three to five and to amend the by laws. Stanley Allen secretary.
In accordance with mortgage provisions bonds of Mount Lookout Coal Company and White Mountain Coal Company are offered for redemption. Bonds numbered 7 28 10 42 32 and GF 6 105 will be redeemed at par plus interest with payments at Scranton Savings Bank and Trust Company. Interest on these bonds accrues February 1, 1885.
An application is made to the court for incorporation and regulation under the Commonwealth act for the charter of the Greek Baptist Church of Jobe the Baptist. The proposed charter seeks corporate rights and privileges for the church under the act and constitution. The solicitor is WM Voralek.
New London’s John McWilliams, defeated by Judge in a prior bout, seeks another chance with Judge Ryan after next Wednesday’s event. McWilliams’s promoter Frank Conhey confirms plans as contests span Philadelphia and Trenton venues with possible six round clashes and ring-side bets amid a crowded arena.
Help wanted and rental and sale ads listed at one cent a word. Real estate and agents rates also one cent per word. Compact notice style reflects typical Tribune classified pricing.
The fragment mentions a rustproof thumb action and a lone handle, along with a claim about breakability and a product named Cinehbar Mopsigk. It references factory-made mops and cloths, plus dealer orders, but the text is garbled and lacks clear facts or entities.
Classified ad notices invite travel agents and sales representatives with promises of steady pay and commissions. Wording touts opportunities for girls and women, including general housework, canvassing, stock subscriptions, cake icing sales, and telegraph-like solicitations. Listings include firms in Chicago Cincinnati Scranton Lawrence and New York.
Numerous rental notices listed for a dozen properties in Scranton and nearby areas. Advertisements describe seven room houses, desirable locations on Madison Avenue Penn Avenue Green Ridge and Washburn Street with modern conveniences, electric lights, steam heat, and janitorial services. Also includes a Smith Premier typewriter and a pool table sale, plus stockholders meeting notice for Lackawanna Iron and Safe Deposit.
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