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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1897

Page

5

Personal notices from Owera to Atlantic City travel

A crowded list of residents and guests across Northeastern towns. Miss May Breel at Owera New York Miss Mary Scott at Falls Pennsylvania Miss Emma Darling Philadelphia Dr G E Hill returns from Canada and Ohio Miss Kate Mackey back from New York and Atlantic City Aubrey Bailey with his mother at Lake Ariel Ex Sheriff Charles Robinson and Emil Welchel return from Fire Island visits to New York and Brooklyn Mrs G L Dickson entertains Rev Rogers Israel Thomas Israel Lillian Grahame J M Brown and A B Hazlett visit Philadelphia District Attorney John B R Jones and family plan a Falls of Schuylkill visit Select Councilman Fred Durrard and ex Street Commissioner Philip Kirat go fishing Lake Underwood trip others travel to Trenton Philadelphia and Atlantic City”

May Breel Owera N. Y Mary Scott Hemlock Street Falls, Pa Emma Darling Chestnut Street Philadelphia J. D. Hackett Collins & Hackett New York City Nelile Mullen Gordon Street Pleasant Beach G. E. Hill Caniuida Ohio Kate Mackey New York Atlantic City Mia M. A. Bailey Aubrey New York Street Lake Ariel Charles Robinson Emil Welchel Fire Island Gussie Harper Wyoming Avenue Brooklyn F. W. Wilson Trenton William W. Epes Susquehanna H. C. Benson Franklin Avenue M. A. Halley Edina Mabel Nece Frank Thompson John BR. Jones Falls of Schuylkn Fred Durrard Philip Kirat Lake Underwood G. L. Dickson Farview Rogers Israel Thomas B. Israel Israel Lillian Grahame J. M. Brown Capoose Avenue Green Ridge A. B. Hazlett W. G. Simpson West Pittston Methodist Episcopal Church Robinson Rochester Edward Tito Colorado Springs

Authorized July and August rail rates to points west

A notice states authorization at low rates to western points during July and August. Contact M. L. Smith Division Pass Agent at D. L. & W. for details and deformation.

M. L. Smith

Special sale of Bane Lall goods at Jurisch's

A brief notice advertises a special sale of Bane Lall goods with prices reduced by one third at Jurisch's 4 Spruce street. An instruction to take Beech pills appears, referencing morbid conditions.

Jurisch's Spruce Street

Scranton School Treasury Nearing Deficit

City records show the Scranton school district facing a tight balance as of June year-end. Treasurer Boland reports receipts and scattered funds leaving only a small amount for general use and a deficit looming despite prior warrants and bond proceeds.

Board of Control Boland E. Dpd Conwel Scranton Scranton Oici C. G. Boland Scranton School District Fellows Mount Gretna Jennings

Chemicals Move to Hook and Ladder House

The chemical engine is stationed at the Hook and Ladder house while Phoenix hose house is repaired. The Hook and Ladder truck will be painted and repaired, Phoenix horses will be put out to pasture, and the hooks team will pull the chemical engine.

Phoenix

Hotel Keeper Moffitt Arrested on Warrant

Hotel keeper John Moffitt of Brick Avenue was arrested by Constable Coles on a warrant sworn by Alderman Howe through Charles. The report notes the other side has not been heard yet.

John Moffitt Brick Avenue Coles Alderman Howe Charles

Water rent dispute leads to assault and robbery charge

Sherman, a Providence Gas and Water collector, clashed with Moffitt over rent on a Saturday night. Moffitt allegedly threw Sherman to the ground and took $47. He waived a hearing and posted bail for the next criminal court term to present his side.

Sherman Providence Gas and Water Company Moffitt

Killed a hired horse after inspection tour ends fatally

On May 11 William Warner of Scranton Electric Light and Heat hired a horse from Cusick's livery for a hill inspection. The horse died next day from neglect after Warner, intoxicated, toured saloons and left the animal in a dilapidated state. Police recovered the horse at midnight and charged Warner with cruelty to animals. McDonald and Warner Jr were exonerated.

William Warner Hneman Scranton Electric Light and Heat Company Cusick Warner Joseph McDonald Turner Hall McDonald Young Warner Alderman Howe Mulberry Street

Haag Was Right There on Lackawanna Avenue

Six Police Officer Harry Haag was set upon by two men on Lackawanna avenue last evening, who aimed to get even with him for past slights. They failed, and one may skip work today. Hane suspects the assailants are two Bellevue men he previously arrested for a disturbance. He will not press further for arrests.

Harry Haag Lackawanna Avenue Hane Bellevue Lower

Man Tests Counterfeit Dollar Offered at Rosenberg Bros

Nicholas Sossong appeared before Alderman Howe alleging a counterfeit silver dollar he received Saturday from Rosenberg Bros of Penn Avenue. A firm member examined the item, produced a genuine dollar, and destroyed the counterfeit with a pen knife. Sossong claimed uncertainty over distribution but chose to surrender a dollar to avoid trouble.

Nicholas Sossong Howe Rosenberg Bros Penn Avenue Soseong

Turn-out at Langcliffe colliery prompts strike

There was a drive r turnover at the Langcliffe Coal Company's colliery in Avoca yesterday as some workers demanded extra pay for overtime. The dispute led to a brief strike but the matter was settled in the afternoon and operations resumed this morning.

Langcliffe Coal Company Avoca

Ed L and W Railroad Adds Through Day Coach Service

The ED L and W railroad now runs through day coaches and sleeping cars from New York to Chicago on train No 7 leaving New York at 7 p m daily, offering no change of cars for passengers. It is promoted as the shortest route with the lowest rates and urges travelers to contact their nearest ticket agent. Also notes dental and optician services and a cold cure claim.

ED. L. & W. Railroad New York Chicago L. & W. Railroad

Obituary notices from Scranton and nearby towns

Death notices for Mary Sullivan James M Hunt Kate Clark John Skeoch Mary McCarthy listed with age, residence and funeral details. Interments planned in Hyde Park Catholic cemetery Forest Hill cemetery and Shenandoah area, train transport noted. Local funeral arrangements follow standard nine date and place references across Wilkes-Barre Scranton Dunmore and Shenandoah areas.

Clark Scranton Kate James Clark Wy? Mylert Avenue Skeoch Dunmore John Beoullar Skeoch Mra James B. Skeoch Clay Avenue M'Carthy Mary McCarthy Madison Avenue Bt. Peter's Shenandoah

Thirteenth Inspected at Gretna Camp Location

The Thirteenth arrived at Gretna with a thick foe on the field. A long march formed on the station platform then through park to tented homes. Colonel Coursen led the column while regiments from the Fourth, Twelfth, Eighth and Ninth arrived in sequence. The field showed many tents ready for breakfast as the Thirteenth occupied a hill between the Fourth and Ninth regiments.

Gretna Coursen Dougherty

Camp notes show orderly Companies and a hypnotist visit

The camp records describe orderly Company H and G with Montrose leaders Captain McCausland and Selden Munger, a bevy of hangers on, and a 18 year old hypnotist William Leopold who wowed over thirty boys. A mishap in F street toppled a tent compromising a sick private while hospital staff treated cases of gruntera.

Young Man's Christian Association Company H Arlington Adams Selden BE. Munger West Side the Times Montrose F. W. Stillwell Murphy Kellar George Sweeney Tribune Pennsylvania Chicago Abraham Steinberg Scranton Company C Joe" Baumeister Jack Maccreth Jack F Street F's R. J. McCausland G Company McCausland Gobin William Leopold Allentown Company G Cook House Leopold Art Meredith Heres Charlie Finberg McKinley Sol Salve

Okell Proclaims He Remains In Sheriff Race

George Okell denounces reports of his withdrawal from the Republican nomination race for sheriff. He says he will stay in the fight until the convention and denies any interference by Henry Wehrum, Lackawanna Iron and Steel general manager, who also denies pressuring him.

George Okell Okell Sheriff Draven Henry Wehrum Lackawanna Iron and Steel Company Wehrum Mr. Okell

John I Jones Campaign Announcement at Pike's Peak

Attorney John J Murphy resting in San Francisco travels to Pike's Peak on July 4 and there unfurls a portrait of District Attorney John R Jones at the summit as part of a candidacy notice.

John J. Murphy San Francisco Pike's Peak John KR. Jones

Jones Announces Re‑Election Bid for District Attorney

A Lackawanna County man, Mr. Jones, announces his candidacy for a second term as district attorney. Mr. Murphy, who studied law under Jones, is noted in the portrait accompanying the announcement as part of the coverage. This marks the first time such a candidacy has been proclaimed from this level in the county.

Jones Murphy Lackawanna County

Frightful Mutilation Found Near West Lackawanna Ave

At 2 A M a mutilated male corpse was found on the Delaware Lackawanna and Western railroad north of West Lackawanna avenue crossing. He was about 34, had a dark brown moustache and black hair, one leg artificial. A bob-tail switcher added to the injuries. Identified as Jake Boyd by James Doyle of the Metropolitan hotel. companion Brooks, employed by Rees and Long, headed for Binghamton with three men seen attempting to board the 110 fast freight.

of & Nan Delaware, Lackanna James Doyle Metropolitan Hotel Jake” Boyd Frank Amsbry Brooks Rees & Long Binghamton

Officers of Central Labor Union Elected at Meeting

At a largely attended meeting of the Central Labor Union officers were chosen and installed for the term. President M D Flaherty, vice president M Kelly, recording and corresponding secretary M J Levy, financial secretary J B Everett, treasurer F E Knapp. Trustees M Tighe C S Benedict George Gothier. Auditors Thomas Monahan J H McNulty M Gardner. Sergeant at arms D J McNulty.

Central Labor Union M.D. Flaherty M. Kelly M. J. Levy J. BF. Everett FE. E. Knapp M. Tighe C. S. Benedict George Gothier Thomas Monahan J. H. McNulty M. Gardner D. J. McNulty

Pension Granted to Mrs. Kleckler for $12 Monthly

Mrs. Anna M. Kleckler of 614 Clay Avenue receives a government pension of 12 dollars per month plus back pay totaling 540 dollars. The pension begins January 28, 1894. Congressman William Connell aided in securing the pension.

Anna M. Kieckter Clay Avenue William Connell Mra. Kleckler

South Mill Resumes Work After Brief Strike

Workers at the South mill resumed all departmental operations yesterday after a three week stoppage over wage scales. Most employees who quit resumed their positions, ending the brief factory walkout at That Place.

Mearly

Unprecedented Business Change Forces Closeouts Before August First

A sweeping corporate shift requires closing all articles ahead of August 1. The move impacts supply chains, inventories, and vendor terms as operations wind down to meet the new policy. Executives promise orderly settlements and clear communication with partners.

Staffing Shifts Fill Vacant Roles by Promotion

Morning and night shifts saw promotions and new hires to fill remaining vacancies. Management reshuffled workers as positions opened, ensuring continuous coverage across both shifts.

James W Clarke Arrested for Larceny as Eighteenth Ward Constable

Constable James W Clarke of the Eighteenth ward was held to bail of 200 by Alder man Howe for larceny. He sold Gustave Cambrosio’s household effects on a landlord’s warrant July 3, using a defective warrant and an irregular distress sale, and must answer to the court.

James W. Clarke Alderman Howe Clarke Gustave Cambrosio Ninth Street Thomas McLean

Laborer Hurt In Roof Fall At Winton Colliery

Paul Waun debusch, a laborer, suffered a left side fracture after a roof fall at Winton colliery yesterday morning. He is being treated at Lackawanna hospital and his condition is not fatal.

Winton Paul Waundebusch Lackawanna Hospital

We’re Still In Our Longtime Stand For 22 Years

We continue in the same location and respectfully solicit public patronage. The firm offers awnings tents flags and society goods and decorations. Also noting J Fuhrman & Bro bicycle repairs receive prompt attention at Jurisch's 924 Spruce Street.

J. Fuhrman & Bro Jurisch

Hair Bug Appeal Promises Savings on Wartime Carpet

An advertisement touts inexpensive look alike products while warning that carpet prices will rise soon. It urges immediate purchases to avoid higher costs, noting a special occasion and selling points about equal service at less than half the price.

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