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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1896

Page

3

Rapid Progress in Wilkes-Barre and Northern Railroad

Construction advances push grading from Luzerne to Dallas with only a cut at Trucksville and a half mile through Joseph Shaver's land left. Luserne Dallas section to be completed to allow rolls to Dallas as work continues toward the lake. Aiming to reach Dallas by fair time to aid the fair association. unlikely to extend to the grounds this year. Whikes-Barre and Northern plans a large Polish ground at Dallas to boost the town. Injunction against the company by Albert Lewis Lumber and Manufacturing was dismissed after judge Bennett ruled the railroad could not use the Main street lot. Lehigh Valley opposition largely settled.

Wilkes-Barre and Northern Luzerne Borough Dallas Trucksville Joseph Shaver Luserne- Dallas Lake Dallis Fair Association Whikes- Barre Northern Albert Lewis Lumber and Manufacturing Company Bennett Main Street Lehigh Valley Dallas Post

Inquest Begins as Rescue Efforts Press On

Rescue teams battle a collapsed mine zone with shattered pillars and solid rock as they inch through the fall. They face perilous conditions and limited routes while continuing to search for bodies, with timing and safe timbering critical to avoid further tragedy.

Pittston Mine Victims Fund Grows to 4645.50

Scranton Board of Trade fund for Pittston mine victims families rose to 4645.50 by Saturday night with 400 contributors. The Evening Telegraph started the effort and led gifts including 100 from the paper, 100 from John Wanamaker, and 100 from W F Hallstead among others. The Pittston and Wilkes-Barre boards continue canvassing while local groups add smaller donations.

Scranton Board of Trade Board of Trade Pittston Tribune William T. Smith and Jermyn & Co Bintan John R. Fareshaw Foote & Shear Csivaae Papess James H. Torrey William T Evening Telegraph John Wanamaker Pittston Board of Trade W. F. Hallstead John Law New York City St. Aloysius Society W. H. Taylor Avoca St. Mary's Cadets Ladies’ Auxiliary Board of Trade of Wilkes-Barre

Entertainment to Swell the Twin Shaft Fund

Tomorrow evening the great entertainment will be given in the Academy of Music for the benefit of the survivors of the men entombed in Fittston. The event aims to raise funds for those affected by the disaster.

Twin Shaft Fund Academy of Music Fittston

Fireworks End Scranton Fourth at Ten Thousand Strong

Rain threats spared the city’s fireworks display as about ten thousand residents gathered on Linden street to witness rockets spurting flames and colorful bursts. Bauer’s band opened with national airs and Sousa marches, culminating in a grand finale as the crowd cheered "George Washington" and "Good Night" echoed by "Home Sweet Home."

Scranton Linden Street Washington Adams Avenues Fast Court House Sousa King Cotton George Washington Haydn Evans

Pupils Earn Freshman Certificates After Examinations

City students from No 1 No 3 and No 27 schools pass required exams for freshmen admission certificates. Certificates available at Superintendent Howell's office after August 1. Names listed include Marlon Musner James Cooper Frank Cooper and many others from No 1 No 3 and No 27.

Howell Marlon Musner James Cooper Frank Cooper Roe Brout Mary Reynolds Rose Green Rove Gallen Flossie Frank Jesse Corbett Grace Lutts Kathe Haggerty Birtle Shemfehl Michael Coleman William Pearson Jes E Snover Emma Schimpff Wiliam Schelimak Robert Bradley Owe Purnll Gertrude Tarrownin Harrkyt Coons May Davis Grace Daniels Helen Pawler Mariaine Fellows Merkle Traunfelter Ian Oreen Grace Winer Ruth Jones Tdwoanl Morse Kritly O'Neil Susie Dawson Anna Henry Ogwen Jones Esther Mackey Suale Watking Carl Ziegler Rovaman Wall Victor Thayer James Hogan Dwight Safford

List of Names Appears in Local Directory Row

A sequence of personal names is listed in a local roster including Maud Capwell Harry Mallory Ralph Snowden Arthur Teal and others followed by additional groups with prefixes No 2 and No S1 suggesting categorized entries. The fragment shows numerous male and female names with scattered surnames.

Maud Capwell Harry Mallory Ralph Snowden Arthur Teal Charles Pyle Rudolph Prothingham Charlen Dans John Newing Eddie Sturdevant Walter Stevens Lawrence Watres Arthur Schneta Helen Clarke Inez Corbin Orpha Corey Carrie Stone Frieda Kann Noch Cora Gachegle Mamie Hefner Agnes Lynott Flora Levy Nicta Nealon Carrie Roos Margaret Warner Willie Wilewilen Albert Leuthner Farnham Mears William J. Schuler

Work of Teachers' Committee Considers Vacancies

The teachers' committee of the board of school control met last night to review candidates for open teaching vacancies. Few vacancies exist so far, with many applicants increasing the task's difficulty. The panel did not finish and will report at the next Monday meeting.

Board of School Control Ita Boaya

Press Badges Issued By Scranton Fire Department

Chief Hickey distributed two press badges to each daily paper for reporters covering fires. The shield design features the word press across the top and Scranton Fire Department at the bottom with the commonwealth coat of arms in the center.

Hickey Scranton Fire Department Coat of Arma of the Commonwealth

Special Sale In Advance Of Inventory

We inaugurate a special sale prior to stock taking. Various store sections hold desirable goods purchased in bulk to secure large buyer prices. The remnants must go immediately as cost cuts do not apply to the reduced figures.

We Start up Tea Cups and Saucers at Bargain Prices

We offer light and dainty crockery including 10c for cups and saucers and a 112 piece Dinner Set in three colors. Brown glass tumblers go for far less than the usual price, with small quart sizes at 9c to 25c. Fire clay preserving kettles, 1 quart 9c and up, promise safe fruit preservation without taint.

New Haviland Co and Theo Havland Goods Featured

The ad touts recent China productions by Haviland & Co and Theo Havland as beautiful and affordable. It promotes leading stock patterns and invites readers to view or inquire about items, offering to assist whether purchasing or not.

China Haviland & Co Theo Havland

Tugs For Cuba Report From Key West Arrival

Captain Low of the schooner Charles D Hall arrived at Key West and reported sighting a southeastbound steamer near Sombre Light whose name could not be read. He also saw another steamer return at full speed and a large three masted vessel approaching from the south. A tug moved up the gulf under steam chased by a warship and the Three Friends later appeared inside the reef with the man of war pulling off.

Key West Pla Captain Low Charles D. Hall George W. Childs Alan Slichter Gulf Custom House Raleigh

Varied Notables Travel to Nearby Cities

Local residents and visitors from Wilkes Barre, Hartford, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, and Scranton were noted in yesterday's social column. People like Joseph P. Burns and Miss Maggie Kauffman were listed along with several officials touring Chicago and Buffalo on business and vacation.

Hawley Joseph P. Burns Wilkes-Barre Yestoringy Mra Chieneo Roos Pine Street Finch California Charles Graham Hartford, Conn North Seanton George Howell Owlock Buffalo Charles A. Pearson, Jr Philadelphia BE. W. Clark & Co Scranton Traction Company James McDonald Frank McDonald Matthew Brown Martin Handley M. T. Howley Hancock N. C James G. Bailey C. G. Boland Scranton James J. O'Neill Carbondale Chicago Pennsylvania Palmer House

Tea set bundles offered for economical dining

The ad promotes a 56 piece tea set for 2.90 dollars, marketed as a value buy. It also offers a smaller five piece tea set for 38 cents to use with customers’ own cups and dishes, emphasizing affordability.

Jardiner’s seasonal sale offers decorated pots at low prices

The ad notes a sale on jardinières with decorated pieces starting at 8 cents for medium size and 29 cents for larger and fancier models, with prices rising by quality. The offer invites buyers to purchase now despite being slightly out of season.

Cream Pitchers in Delicate China Decor

An advertisement touts dainty cream pitchers made of real china with decorative good taste. Priced at 200 each, advertised as a loss leader with profit not considered in this sale.

Other Grades Offered At Prices Well Under Value

A catalog or ad notes that various grades are available at prices far below market value. The listing highlights discounts across multiple products. Potential buyers are urged to act quickly as stock is limited and savings are substantial.

Ocean View Property at Atlantic City Seafront

Property listing notes the Ocean end of South Carolina avenue in Atlantic City New Jersey with fine laws and a good view of the ocean. Owner Daniel Coleman is cited as proprietor.

Ocean South Carolina Avenue Atlantic City N. J Good View The Daniel Coleman

Cracker Jars Bargain Month at July Store

The store promises strong value during July with a wide display of cracker jars praised for pretty shape and decorations. Staff note all items described to buyers and encourage customers to judge by price and style.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Norton Lacka. Ave Weston Mill CO Scranton, Olyphant Initigls G., B. & CO Garney, Brown &Co C. D. Shumway Washington Avenue Tribune Building Harvey's Lake Courgen Russia Goodyear Evans Central City Heese & Long Goldsmith’s Bazaar Sumter Brothers Evans & Powell McGarrah & Thomas Collins & Hackett Matthews Brothers J. D. Williams & Brothers Farmer's Dairy Company Green Ridge A. L. Spencer A. Johnson Fast Market Street Providence Crockery Dresden China Tall Wyoming Ave the Fashion M. P- M.cann Hatter Wyoming Avenue Knox, Stetson, Sherman Agency Cuba Mears’ Building Cor Washington Avenue and Spruce Jersey City John M. Harris Nicholson A. A. Vosbure Stephen Chappell Lake Winola TR. Dunn D. D Hillsdale College Hillsdale, Mich L. M. Gates Jardiniers Mercereau & Cornnell Aylesworth’s Wyoming Warwick Rexford Lackawanna Ave Keeley Care Zoey Ieee Ta Sersuten Aveni Pang Ora Clothiers, Hatters. & Furshers Onyx Eta Oliver A. E. Rogers Lackawanna Avs Lackawanna Avenue Steinwavy & Son Decker Bros., Kraniche & Bache I A. Hulbert Music Store Dufonts Wapwallopen Mills One County Wilmington Delaware Henry Belin, Jr Scranton, Pa Thini National Bank Building Thos, Ford Bita Ni Pa A N B. H & Bon Pt Outh Ae Nubia Wilken Barre Pee Llunaie
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