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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1896

Page

3

Local Residents Seen Across Town in Varied Activities

Mayor James G. Dalley spent yesterday at Waverly. Homer Green and son of Hunexdale were in the city. Henriet and daughter of Green Fidge are at Thousand Helinds. Migeul Adu and Emily Hobbs of Gheeen Rilke visit Moscow. Heamith spent last night at the Beleyele club cottage by Lake Artel. Miss Kathe T Keenan has returned from Rlehtheld Springs. Thomas Keddington, a Jessup citizen, was in town yesterday. Dr BOM Pennypacker is home from Maplewood. Attorney DL BL Replogle heads to Washington to prosecute a patent interference case. Mrs J Hy Seward entertaining her sister Mrs William H Thomas of Johnstown. Rev W H Pearce spent yesterday afternoon in the city. Rev W P Sherry is visiting Rev J A Moffitt at St Johns church. Mr and Mrs W J Jones of Weat Pow let are visiting their daughter Mrs EB Jones. Simon Laver leaves today for Long Branch with Arthur Long. Ex Sheriff John J Fahey and daughter Kittle Fahey accompany Mamie Heamish and John Beamish home from Atlantic City. J Wille Conant, organist at St Luke church, goes to Massachusetts for his wife. they will return Saturday.

James G. Dalley Waverly Homer Green and Son Hunexdale Henriet Green Fidge Migeel Adu Emily Hobbs Gheeen Rilke Moscow Heamith Beleyele Club Lake Artel Mise Kathe T. Keenan Albright Ave Tie Rlehtheld Springs Thomas Keddington Jessup Bom. Pennypacker Maplewood Replogle Washington J. Hy Seward Dickson Avenue William H. Thomas Johnstown W. H. Pearce Willie Barre W. J. Jones Weat Powlet EB. Jones Wyomg Avenue Simon Laver Long Branch Arthur Long Wilkes-Barre John J. Fahey Mise Kittle Fahey Mise Mamle Heamish John Beamiah Atlantic City

Spangenburg Secures Role After Sunday Arrest

Frank Spangenburg, who was arrested Sunday night for shouting at Joseph Orland on Robinson Street, secured his role yesterday as Thomas J. Dunn of Bloom Avenue commenced his business matters.

Spancenberg Uail Frank Spangenburg Joseph Orland Robinson Street Thomas J. Dunn Bloom Avenue Bundsmati

Thirteenth Regiment Drill and Review At Camp

The Thirteenth will hold division drills and reviews over two days with Governor Hastings and Major General Miles set to participate. Lt. Smith commands the guard and Captain Fellows is officer of the day for tomorrow while Major Oakford comments on regimental standing.

Thirteenth Vera Gobin Oakford Stanton William Connell Lewintown Connell McCormick Hastings Coursen Tribune Miles United States Army Fellows Smith AT. R Sixth United States Cavalry West Brooks Lancaster Third United States Artillery Governo National Guards Cavalry Cullinan

Inspection Details of Camp John Gibbon Regiments

United Press reports at Camp John Gibbon Lewistown Pa July 22 detailing the Third brigade inspection. Regiments Thirteenth Nineth Fourth Twelfth and Eighth posted strong attendance and drills with 477 of 482 Thirteenth men present. Major General Sigfried’s burial noted as the brigade played a dirge. Major Holt arrived to oversee hospital corps inspection. Governor’s Day planned with reviews by General Miles and parade maneuvers.

John Gibbon Lewistown Cheneral Gobin Schall Hattery J. K. Sigfried Pottsville John van Rensaeller Holt United States Army Guards Almy

Army Cavalry Arrives as Officials Visit Camp

Fifth United States Army cavalry units arrived in camp today. Auditor General Myiin was a guest of Governor Hastings, joining State Treasurer Jackson, General Frank Reeder, secretary of the commonwealth, and Judge Orlady for the arrival and inspection.

United States Army Cavalry Myiin Hastings Jackson Frank Reeder Commonwealth Orlady

Ration issue and camp life among Pennsylvania guards

The article describes liberal rations for Pennsylvania guards and details daily camp life. Major Millar and Colonel Moll are among the leaders observed. Private Foster and others from Company D receive notable guard duty selections. The piece also notes amateur photographers, camp followers, inspection remarks, and the rifle team participation at Creedmoor with medals and notoriety.

Pennsylvania Guards Millar Moll Sundsay Foster Coursen W. C. Scott Company B Company C Adjutant General's Department Raub W.S. Gould Young Thirteenth New York Seventh Creedmoor Youn Stone Scranton Robling Henry Cullen Serwent Reet

Water Supply Dispute Heard Before Judge Gunster

Two equity cases were heard by Judge Gunster. In Jermyn borough a suit seeks to block a water works project funded by debt while Mount Vernon Street Railway challenges a railroad tracks plan in Winton. Testimony covered debt limits, ordinances, and validity of notices for a special council meeting.

I. H. Burns Jessup C. H. Wells 8. B. Price Jermyn Jermyn & Rushbrook Water Company Supreme Court Burns Price Gunster John Taylor Mount Vernon Street Lemuel Amerman J. H. Burns John P. Kelley C. P. O'Milley Borough of Winton

Witnesses Certified for Twelfth Ward Election Contest

A list of 414 witnesses sworn in the Twelfth ward election contest was certified to City Clerk Lavelle. He will begin to issue orders on city treasurer for witnesses fees next week. The certified witnesses will receive about $61. The city has paid around $2,000 in expenses and the total will exceed $3,000 after all bills are settled, compared with the two year old contest.

Lavelle Ecity

Funeral of Mrs Elizabeth Parrott in this city

The funeral for Mrs. Elizabeth Parrott formerly of this city was conducted by Rev. W. H. Pearce D D of Wilkes-Barre at the home of her cousin Mrs. Blackwood 1014 Vine Street. The services drew a large crowd and the interment followed at Forest Hill cemetery.

Elizabeth Parrott Shamokin Blackwood Vine Street Hev. W. H. Pearce D. D Wilkes- Barre Elm Park Church Forest Hill Cemetery

Sneak Thief Breaks Into Blair Avenue Home

A thief entered John Frederick's Blair Avenue residence Wednesday evening while the family was away and stole over $100 in cash, a silver watch, and a chain. The intruder gained access through a window to a small unused room, then reached the bureau drawer containing the valuables.

John Frederick Blair Avenue

Letters From The People Section Notice

Short reader letters may be published with the writer’s name. The Tribune will not be responsible for opinions expressed.

Tribune

Tribune Reader Voices About Free Silver and Trade

A letter from A H George of Scranton dated July 2 argues for free silver and free trade, cites a Times issue listing men who favor free trade, and comments on razors, knives, and related hardware with a terse closing remark.

the Times A. H. George Scranton

Taxes Due for 1896 Collector Warns Payment Required

Poor Tax for 1896 placed in hands for collection. All persons must pay promptly at the municipal building office of Wade M. Finn, Collector. Note July 26 Saturday event with Pittaton Caledoneans. tickets 75 and 40 cents on the train. Beecham's Beecham's King of Pills slogan included.

Wade M. Finn Lake Arle

Open Stock Porcelain Dinner Set in Floral Pattern

Pretty and inexpensive ten piece dinner set in purple and green flower decoration priced at $12.00. Customers can select individual pieces, add to at any time, and replace broken items. Available among 20 open stock patterns with grades from cheapest to finest.

Asphalt repair on Washington avenue at Spruce street

A soft spot at the intersection required removal of the old asphalt and relaying of the concrete. The project includes ground work to restore the roadway and ensure a durable patch.

Washington Avenue Spruce Street

No, the text is not a proper headline

A fragmented sales pitch claims well dressed appearance as a differentiator for Americans, inviting readers to inspect stock deemed adequate for the fastidious and to honor a “cull.”

Tan Shoes Sale Cuts Prices Across Men and Youths

Men’s regular tan balmorals and tan sandals marked down from 5.44 to 3.90 and 5.50 to 3.90 while 4.00 tan bal drops to 2.90 and 2.50 bal goes to 2.60. Ladies and misses styles follow with tanned bal and oxford prices from 1.90 to 2.60, and boys youth sizes offered very low.

Local Athletics Meet Rules and Entries

The notice outlines event formats including 100 yard and 2 sack races with time limits and entry fees. It lists rules from the National Amateur Rules, entry procedures with the Secretary, prize distribution conditions, and attire requirements for competitors.

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