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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1894
Page
5
Fragmented verse describes a couple embraced on a hilltop amid snow and night, promising a future child and shared life while fate and time test their devotion. In other items, De Koven’s opera Robin Hood is staged, notes on talks at churches, civic meetings, theater rehearsals, a gas fire scare, a skating party, and ticket price adjustments for Libby theater performances.
John Baltes and Matthias Hamma of the South Side were arrested for fast driving after a two wheeled gig collided with a carriage carrying Mr Quinnan and Mr Dougherty on the boulevard. Quinnan was thrown from the carriage, Dougherty held the horse until police arrived. Baltes and Hamma were released to await a hearing at 4 o clock this afternoon.
To creditors all pook accoupte and debin owing to the firm of E Tropp & Co have been assigned to Charles Tropp All parties owing paid firm will please make immediate payment to the undersigned OnaaLes Traore
Help wanted ad seeking two young men for simple tasks with good pay. Room 18 Tribune.
Police traced Eddie Brotherton to Italian boarding houses in Wilkes-Barre and Ashley. Rocco the organ grinder was found in Raymond Court and brought to Wilkes-Barre for questioning after being identified as a person seen with the boy. no confirmed trace of Eddie remains.
A promotional notice offers 15 cents and four coupons for any volume in the Columbus Re Free set with over 100 titles, priced at 81.75, plus four coupons for a 10 volume Olokeos complete works set.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday at E C Fuller's home 845 Monroe Avenue by Rev Dr McLeod of the First Presbyterian Church. A large gathering heard scripture passages and hymns sung by a quartet. Interment followed at Dunmore Cemetery. Pallbearers included Archibald Scranton Dickson Williams Beyen. Lackawanna Hospital directors issued condolence resolutions praising Fuller as treasurer founder and faithful adviser.
The Eden Muses hosts a week featuring Rhama-a-Sama dubbed the half man half monkey, Krao the nearest to human in the animal kingdom, and James Morris the elastic man. Also on stage is Harry S. Eaton's Afro American Vaudeville company promising first class entertainment.
In New York case Christian Feigenapan of Newark vs John Snyder of the Heatbh Side a jury found nulity on the second count alleging embezzlement. Snyder's lawyers K Newcomb and M Mettinley will apply to Judge Edwards for a new trial claiming the prosecutor operates an illegal unlicensed county practice.
Claude L. Pratt's stock in Lackawannas avenue store was sold by Deputy Sheriff Ryan at 10 o'clock Saturday morning. Hl. Welles, trustee, purchased the stock for $2,594. Herbert B. Chase became manager and the store opened for business immediately.
The Scranton Axle Works bonds, rated secure, are highlighted as a key security with bonds issued by Philadelphia manufacturers Goutachi Sone. The company plans enlargement and new machinery to meet year ahead orders. Applications for bonds should be directed to Binich B. Mott, financial agent, Commonwealth Building rooms 27 and 25.
Mary Walkinshaw aged 41 wife of Professor Alkinshaw died at her Providence home on Parkur Street. Funeral services at the house Tuesday burial at Ayde Park cemetery. Also noted is the death of Joseph McNally infant son of Mr and Mrs McNally. Funeral today at 2 PM interment at Ayde Park.
Companies A D and H elected captains and lieutenants amid praise as credit to their units and the regiment. Stillwell hosted a banquet for Company A staff and officers. officers chosen include Stillwell Coxe Dimmick Coes and Dinmalok. Rockwell re elected captain of Company H. Armory rents warrants received. next week non commissioned officers school. formation changes announced for the First battalion.
The article previews Robin Hood premiering tonight at the Academy of Music in Scranton with a strong cast, 35 voice chorus, and an operatic orchestra. It also mentions The Escape from Libby benefit at the same venue and notes high demand for a Wednesday matinee.
A fragmented note describes a playful event or performance tied to a company with a quirky title and references tickets and a musical mood. The readable text hints at a date and a public invitation but lacks complete details.
Tickets for the Fa Capo From Libby charity entertainment at the Academy of Music Tuesday and Wednesday sold so fast that extra matinées were arranged. Matinee tickets cost 40 cents for the first row, 25 cents for balcony, and 15 cents for gallery with 25 cents for the balance of seating. The Escape From Libby is expected to draw large crowds.
A remarkable thoracotomy performed at Pittston Hospital by Dr J J Walsh and three consulting physicians saved William Holt who had been shot near the heart. A seventh rib segment was removed to insert a chest tube into the lung, draining pus and stabilizing Holt’s condition. The operation marks one of the first of its kind in the astute. The patient’s temperature decreased and lung drainage improved, signaling healing progress.
Gossip swirls about the Pennsylvania railroad seeking leverage in the Lehigh Valley and Wilkes Barre expansion, with cash from Pennsy seen as key to McLeod’s plan. The North branch promises lower travel, plus scenic routes through Pennsylvania, while Scranton’s ice rinks draw young skaters led by famed Edward Mellon who showcases expert figure skating.
Franklin Fire Company No 1 announces its elected officers: President F. P. Daniels. Vice President T. H. Allen. Secretary Joan K. Kime. Financial Secretary William Davis. Treasurer William H. Kime. Foreman J. L. Baavers. Assistant A and Kime. Second Assistant M. C. Steenback. First Pipeman Fred Warnke. Second Pipeman Charles Griffin. Third Pipeman S. H. Snyder. Fourth Pipeman F. M. Richards. Driver William Davis. Trustees T. P. Daniela, Fred Warnke, James I. Baavers.
Wonderland theater hosts a novelty winter circus by Davie and Brooks. Manager Davis and superintendent Brooks stage a full circus lineup with clowns jugglers strong men trapeze artists donkeys and wire walkers. Afternoon shows now available for evening performances with no extra charge reducing box office bother.
About 1,000 people gathered on Saturday for a music event featuring Pendleston & Weport and Ballantine's Alive. E d Wats attended, with activity centered near 3 Leckawanun avenue.
Sale notice for balance closeout on gloves by color and size. Indicates price per pair and limited availability with vendor terms. Incomplete text suggests discounts and may reference Monday timing.Possible brand or store context unclear from fragment.
The article warns vows of abstinence fail against inveterate drinking habits. It notes that frequent alcohol use alters the nervous system, making continued drinking feel necessary. It urges seeking treatment at the Kegley Institute, 726 Madison Avenue, Stanton, Pa.
A local sale lists 100 ladies hats with bold patterns and deep discounts. Also advertised are 45 dozen corsets 100 dozen wool mitts and 79 seal plush sacks with reduced prices for Monday only. Also included are bow waists dolls caps and silk plush wind caps with limited time offers.
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