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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 28, 1898

Page

2

Eastern and Western leagues clash over reforms in Buffalo

The Eastern and Western leagues met in Buffalo and set aims to curb salary abuse and inter league player transfers. They agreed on a 2000 monthly salary cap and no more than 20 a month per player with cross league signings restricted. They also discussed drafts and farm system issues amid skepticism about enforceability and future expansion.

Buffalo Springfeld Union Astern Scranton Rochester Deacon White Billy Livedy Cherley Merton Wilkes-Barre Newark Bogert Wilkes-Barres

Alden Mine Fire Threatens Further Spread At Alden Coal No 2

The Alden Coal Company No 2 mine at Alden remains in a critical state after Tuesday’s explosion. An airway about 450 feet below the surface is burning, with large gas pockets hampering extinguishing efforts. Officials fear smothering the fire may fail and plan to dam and flood the burning section, likely delaying operations further. Fire victims from Tuesday night are reported to be recovering without serious injuries.

Alden Coal Company Alden Times Wilkes- Mare

Culm Washeries Trouble Neighbors Prompt Six Suits

Six damage suits filed by John T. Nyhart and the Peck Lumber Co. claim culm washing from the Ontario Coal, Mt. Jessup Coal, and Dolph Coal companies damaged their lands. Nyhart sues the Ontario firm and two Mt. Jessup actions. Peck Lumber sues each of the three defendants. Attorneys B. Price and Patterson Wilcox represent the plaintiffs.

Ontario Coal Company Mt. Jessup Coal Company Dolph Coal John T. Nyhart Peck Lumber Company Nyhart Ontario Company Mt. Jessup Company Dolph Coal Company B. Price and Patterson & Wilcox

Catarrh of the Stomach Promoted by Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets

A health notice extols a simple cure for stomach catarrh through digestion aid tablets from Stuart Co. It cites Dr. Harlanson guidance, calls the remedy safe and non patent, and includes a Chicago reader testimonial about regained appetite and rest after one box. It invites readers to request a free book and to purchase at drug stores.

Harlanson Stuart N. J. Booker Dearborn St Chicago Til Btuart Co Marshall, Mich

Theatrical Attractions At Music Hall Three Day Run

A burlesque and vaudeville company led by Joseph Oppenheimer opens a three day engagement at Music hall with Mite New York de and The Lattle Queen of Kevin. The bill features Florence Midwards, the Morelos acrobats and the comic travesty work of Harry Le Clair. A matinee is planned tomorrow afternoon and McNulty visits Monday night for a three day run.

Music Hall Joseph Oppenheimer New York Kevin M. Florence Fuller Order Harry le Clair Audiencs Crawford Manning Ateo

A Sensible Man Uses Kemp's Talsom for the Throat

The advertisement claims Kemp's Talsom cures coughs colds asthma bronchitis croup and lung troubles and offers a free sample bottle through any druggist to prove its merit. The text emphasizes its superior effectiveness over other medicines and notes a price of 22 cents.

Tribune Classified Specials for Rent and Help Wanted

Classified page note advertises rental listings and employment ads with low rates. It highlights agents wanted and affordable word rates to place notices in the Tribune's classified section.

Help wanted and notices fill Scranton column

Classified items include situations wanted, agents, real estate notes, and bond redemption notices. Entries list job seekers and employers, with requests for agents, sales, well-known canvassing, and a few mortgage redemption notices from local banks and coal companies.

Local Notices and Probate of Susan E. Hack Estate

The undersigned acts as committee for the estate of Susan E. Hack, appointed by the Court of Common Pleas of Lackawanna. Creditors must present claims to Russell Dimmick at 08 Spruce Street and debtors are urged to make immediate payment.

Ted Estate Susan E. Hack Court of Comminion Pleas Lackawannea Connolly God Asl Susan BK Black Susan Back

Capitol Building Contract Sealed Proposals Bid Date Set

Sealed proposals for the new Capitol Building in Harrisburg are due February 10 at four o clock PM. Bids require a certified check of 140,000 and performance bond of 8150,000 with qualification details from the Capitol Building Commission and architect Henry von Cobel.

Commonwealth OF Pennsylvania Opfpvicr Capetol Building Commission Hamisano Isis Supreme Court Morriahburg Suncewiul E Capitol Harrisburg Commission AME -Mylin Bod HAY Wood Thew

Catarrh Relief Promises Quick Head Clearing Puff

A sales pitch notes 80 percent of Americans suffer catarrh. Dr Agnew’s Catarrhal Powder is claimed to cure the worst cases with a single puff. It is advertised as pleasant to use, harmless, and rapidly relieving nasal congestion. Bold by Matthews Bros 24.

Avoca Farm Advertises Tractors and Boxed Items

Fragmentary notice from Avoca Pennsylvania mentions tractors and related equipment for sale. Bald text references rock cutting and possible contact details, with limited legible names or addresses.

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