Caledonian Games at Athletic Park Scranton Club Wins Tug
The thirty second Scranton Caledonian games at Athletic Park drew about 1500 spectators. Peter Curley of Avoca dominated running events winning the 19 200 yard half and mile races and placing in several others while New York and Philadelphia athletes also excelled. The police vs Scranton Athletic Club tug of war went to the Athletic Club. prize money totaled $20 with a $100 side bet not placed. Broad sword fencing on horseback and dancing exhibitions accompanied the day as judges and officials oversaw a full slate of events and prizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton Athletic Club
Peter Curley
Avoca
Scranton Caledonian Club
Athletic Park
Cuney
Ecuslie
Peter Herelman
New York
Leonard Hames
Philadelphia
Quaker City
Frank Wilson
Telfalo
Fred Middle
Willity Johnson
Montreal
James Tam
Brooklyn
Wiliam Cameron
W. &. Seeley
Mr. Nicholson
Eligabeth
N. J
Robert Meeps
Robert Baird
Alexander Thompson
de Omer
Mile
la Verde
Land of West Scranton
Leonard Hams
Lawrence Morahan
John Naughton
Arthur Davidison
William Colling
Samuel W. Smith
Thoms Morahan
Ted
Arthur Dinavidson
John Niuehton
Martin Burke
Prises
Peter Hegelman
William Collins
Tira
Priven
William Johnson
Buffalo
Con
State of the coal trade and looming contracts
The Moreau Vanderbilt and allied interests now control much of the anthracite trade with consolidations among large operators signaling greater unity. A July 1 anthracite advance of 25 cents per ton is confirmed, with prices at 5 and 5.25 for smaller sizes. Market strength is noted east and west while concerns grow over full season wagon contract limits for schools churches and flat buildings and their impact on retail prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moreau, Vanderbilt
New York
Philadelphia
Anthriette Coal
Muffalo
West
Chicago
Sulit
Prospect breaker expansion at Midvale boosts output to 3000 tons daily
The Prospect broker at Midvale in the Lehigh Valley Coal region is being expanded with new machinery. The site claims a 1000 car daily capacity and recently tested at 15 cars per hour. Upgrades include electric power for offices and breakers, new engines, an engine house, machine shops, and a large fan. Six coal sources feed the operation through a tunnel and conveyor system. A deeper shaft to the red wash vein is underway to increase production and reduce coal loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lehigh Valley Coal
Midvale
Prospect i
Henry
Midvale Abbe
Uncalled-for Letters at Scranton Postoffice
List of undelivered letters dated July 6 14 at Lackawanna County Pa. Names include Esta H Ripple Dora Adair Arnolda Amies Edward Bishop Leopold Brown M A Dale Rob ert Dobison John Finnigan Brand Farre James Futter Charlie Griffin William Madden Bridget Muddy Nellie McNally Michael McCabe Elizabeth Porter Reynolds Rockwell Rice care of James Cosgrove St Vincent Home and others. Recipients urged to declare advertised and provide date of Hat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton Postoffice
Lackawanni County
Wrs
H. Ripple
P. M
Dora Adair
W. C .Arnola
J. Amies
Edward Bishop
BE. A. Bloxum
Anna Pryan
A. Brown
Leopold Brown
Frank V. Case
Am — Courtright
D. M. Carthy
J. Wilton
Mike Maeste Williams
M. E., Waleh
J. BE. Welesenfuh
John Wenner & Son
Henry Wedeman
New Departure at Ore Roasters in Lebanon Works
The Lackawanna Iron and Steel company at Lebanon announces a shift to gas fuel for thirty two ore roasters replacing nineteen old units. A single brick building will house the new equipment, measuring about 120 by 40 feet with eighty feet height, changing the plant layout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Lebanon
Lackawanna Iron and Steel Company
Lebanon
Hood’s Sarsaparilla Ad Promotes Blood Purifier
An advertisement claims Hood’s Sarsaparilla purifies and enriches blood, creates appetite, and strengthens nerves. Testimonial mentions clear skin after use and cites a McCoy of Watsontown Pa as a user. The copy plays on quotes about wisdom and marketing claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
Modern Furnace At Plant Nears Full Operation
After about a week of use a new furnace is being erected with completion expected in two months. Structural iron work is nearly finished while minor buildings remain. The old furnace handles 850 to 1,000 tons weekly with 45 to 50 workers. the new plant aims for 1,500 tons weekly with 120 plus workers, using state of the art mechanical ideas.
Hats and Straws Sale Ad With Various Prices
An old advertisement lists hats and straws including Boys Senate Braid Straws at sale price 40 cents, Men’s Rough Straws at 4 cents, More Curl Rim Straws at 41 cents, Dunlap Curl Brims at 1.25 dollars, Darby and Alpine shapes at half price, and Ladies Dunlap Sailors at 3 dollars. Anchor brand collars discounted to 9 cents and mixed 3 for 23 cents, several quality five and ten cent items priced per piece or in bundles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Bargain Basement Shirt Sale With Deep Discounts
A local sale advertises heavy markdowns on shirts and belts. Quantities include quality Manhattan shirts and silk bosom shirts offered at reduced prices for a limited time. Belts are discounted to low cents with multi item deals.
Liberal Accommodations Extended According to Balances
Bank expands deposits and balances policy offering 3 percent interest on interest deposits. Holmes electric protective system safeguards the bank vault.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holmes
Hosiery and Underwear Sale Prices Listed in Ad
A vintage sale ad lists various hosiery and underwear discounts. Plain and fancy hosiery from 16 cents to 3 for cents, underwear at 15 cents or 8 for 1 dollar, and Dr Jaeger’s underwear at half price with a general percent discount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belf
Dr. Jaeger
Closeout sale on handkerchiefs and travel goods
A local retailer advertises a large clearance of handkerchiefs bath robes bags traveling cases mackintoshes storm coats and many other items all advertised below cost to attract buyers and prove honest pricing.
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Gail Borden
Eagle
Infante
Banteal
Boroteh
Conorseco Mite Co
Beranton Athletic Club
Chris Rose
Philip Wirth
A. Heusner
Andrew Myers
Joh Kiefer
Chiries Webber
Pred Xeula
Edward Baker
Jacob Rhine
Louis Diesing
Robert Dieter
Conrad Marker
David Parry
Jamin Hart
John McMullen
James Quinnan
Charles Nels
Peter Haggerty
William Thompson
John Saltry
Minges
Joln Naughton
Lawrences Morahan
Thomas Morahan
Rad Mame
John Brialin
Poleo
Johnson
Sorrey
Riddle
Curtey
Megelman
Ruswell Elios
Collins
Paiges
Lamb
Cameron
LL. Morahan
Davidson
Be. Pouk
P. McCue
Plies
Sullors' Hornpine
Soriey
Hengelman
Curley
Bliss
Irises
John K. Lambie
Lindsay McMillan
James KB. Drummond
William Lyall
James Hadden
Thomas Thompson
John McMillan
Thomas Jeffries
Alex, Jeffries
Cape Pis
Monster Coal Breaker
Lehigh Valley Coal Company
The
Lancaster
T. Rollinsons Sons
Pilsner
ABC
Nini St
Scranton
Baltimore, Md
Bronson & Tallman
Scranton'’S
Belfast
Toille du Nord
Parkhill Zephyr
Sea Yard
Whytlaw
Ington Avenue
Weston Mill CO
Carbondale, Olyphant
Manhattan
H. Manhattan
Sallik Berom
Third National Bank
WM. Connell
Henry Belin, Jr
William H. Peck
Casale
Densten
Spruce St
Temple Court Building
Bronson & Tallman’s
Old Stand
Spruce Street
Bronson & Tallman, Men’s Furnishers and Hatters
Wilton
Velvet
Axminster
Brussels
Ingram
Cros
Portiere
Silk
Thos. Kelly's
Jeantitn Avenus
Mount Pleasant Coal
Offes
Connell Hullting
Mltie
Mount Pleasant Coal CO
the Dickson Manufacturing Co
Scranton and
Wilkes Harrera
General Office
Scranton, Pa
Orient
Florey & Peooks
Kingtorn
AY Oreae Site
Court Hou
Moosic Powder CO
Laplin & Rand Powder CO
Kirotric Butterian
Repauno Chemical Co
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