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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1895

Page

2

Wilkes-Barre Tribune Opens Lanin Street Branch Office

The Wilkes-Barre Tribune announces a new branch at No 2 Lanin building to serve the public with faster delivery of news than New York papers. McGuigan admitted pawning a time-piece found in East Market street pawn shop after it was stolen, and was remanded on $200 bail.

The Tribune Lanin Public Wilkes Ihe Met Pennsylvania Dare New York Strome McGuigan East Market Street New York City Rowe Central Park Chandler

Mine Foremen Certificates Granted in Local Examinations

The mine foremen and assistant foremen examinations were reported with 36 applicants for foremen and 34 for assistants. Names, ages, and birthplaces show many from Wales and England. examiners listed included G M Williams and others. Certificates granted to those meeting experience requirements, while a few passed only in theory will not receive certificates.

G. M. Williams East Market Street Aist Ae Jo. Rose Centrailia David Panwardsdale Ralph Parkin Plymouth Thomas W. Davies Nanticoke Albert Oram Edwardsdale John Oram Mathew J. Davies Ivor J. Waters W. Q. Davies Rowland Thomas Robert Smith David T. Evans Thomas Bailey Glen Lyon John J. Grifithe Luserne Edwin W. Davies Daniel C. Richards Wilkes-Barre Daniel J. Reese Wales England Ireland David Samuel Davis Larksville David Lloyd Jon Ny@ren James J. Lewis Andrew Peterson Wilkes- Barre Thomas D. Lewis Thomas B. Morgan Forty Fort Joseph T. Anderzor Benjamin E. Davis John Griffin John E. Jones Miner's Mille William Burnett Gugar Noteh Joan W. Pritchard Robert Lloyd Daniel Reese Charles E. Morgan Wanamile John P. Thomas Larkaville Robert D.williams Samuel Jones George L. Morgan Daniel L. Richards Richard GfcDonald Parsons Andrew Cox Geveden Pennsylvania West Virginia New York Edward Mackin William D. Morgan Anthony Worth Naewtooke David Rosser Kingston B. G. Cobleigh

Two land lords fined over foul Wilkes-Barre outhouse nuisance

In South Wilkes-Barre residents complained of a strong odor from an outhouse used by a tribe rented by Milton and Jacob Kocher. Sanitary Officer Blaine presented the case before the mayor who ordered abatement and fined each landlord twenty dollars to cover costs.

South Wilkes-Barre Milton Jacob Kocher Arabiace Blaine Kocher

Fire at Midvale save barn from flames and residents

Fire swept a Midvale residence owned by Mike Ourchock at 3 o clock yesterday morning escaping the house and threatening a nearby barn. The Polish family occupants saved some furniture but the household effects were at risk until workers recovered the barn belongings amid difficulties.

Mike ‘Ourchock At Aid

Substitutes Attacked by Dogs While Delivering Mail

Two substitute mail carriers, Dave Very and P A Canetey, were attacked while on duty. Mr. Thomas and another carrier were also bitten by dogs, one a large red setter and the other a bulldog, injuring their legs. Both carriers are recovering and expected back in a few days.

Sohn E. Ae P. A. Canetey Mr. Thomas Devin Yovcerner McGroarty Gallagher

Thomas Spearing Buried in Service Conducted by Clergy

Rev. Dr. Hodge assisted by Rev. Dr. Jona conducted the burial service for Thomas Spearing. Attendees included Thomas Potimore and A. O. Lamers, D. A. Fok Jr., and W. Drinker among others.

Dr. Hodge Jona Thomas Potimore Lamers D. A. Fok, Jr W. Drinker

Watch Pledge Fallout From Hanover Picnic Prank

A Northampton street resident John faces consequences after a Hanover picnic prank involving a borrowed watch. Witnesses recall a failed joke that led to a disorderly scene and subsequent social friction.

John Northampton Street Hanover Sminay

Larkaville Socialists name county ticket and adopt platform

The county Socialist Labor party convention meet at Kelley's hall in Larkaville last Wednesday night. The ticket includes Sheriff John McLaughlin of Larksville, con trovler Charlea Yates of Sugar Notch, recorder William J. Baker of Maltby, coroner Anthony Becker of Lugerne. A county committee with J. W. Becker as chairman was empowered to fill vacancies. The entire platform was adopted.

Kelley's Hall Larkavile John McLaughlin Larksville Controvler Charlea Yates Sugar Notch William J. Baker Maltby Anthony Becker Lugerne J. W. Becker Socialist Labor Party

Meat Inspector Condemns 1400 Pounds of Unwholesome Meat

At the wholesale meat house of 8 Moslosk on Water street Charles Maurer condemned about 1400 pounds of meat including eleven quarters of beef two sheep and seventy four pounds of pork. The meat was removed by Eastertine and Sterale to their desiccating works along the river. Inspector Maurer notes wholesale houses are in good condition for the season.

Moslosk Water Street Charles Maurer Eastertine & Sterale Maurer

Local notes of weddings, accidents, and events

A wall of brief items reports a wedding between Robert Duke and Miss Annie Miles, a hospital issue for Adam Turkes, a broken arm for Michael Black, a missing man Henry Bergold, a coal mine fatality at Westminster, a murder suspect Windish in custody, a mayoral portrait, a jail term for Joseph Shreeves, and planned services and picnics from the Oratorio Society at Hanover Park with refreshments and concerts.

Squire Kristin Court House Adam Turkes Robert Duke Annie Miles St. Stephen's Church Dallas Meshoppen Wilkes-Barre Michael Black Ths Henry Bergold Terrace Street Tracthor Company South Wilkes-Barre August F. Wolf Young Men's Christian Association Francis M. Nicely Westminster Chapel Whalen The Traction Company Professor Walsh Plymouth West End James Fox Westminster Thomas Foy Plainaville Windigh West Virginia O’brien Kearney Joseph, Shreeves Michael Kearmy Brodericks Ond Mary Willams Maggie Morgan Evan Nellie Leach

Avoca considered for new silk plant by prominent manufacturers

The Avoca board of trade received a communication from prominent silk manufacturers about locating a plant in Avoca. Their current plant is too small for expanding business and they plan to branch out, expressing interest if the town can provide required support.

Avoca Board of Trade Ald Avoca

Townsfolk eye expansion promising stock and jobs

Interest grows as stock is offered and 100 bonds issued with a weekly payroll near $500. The board of trade held a well attended meeting at O Malley’s hall and planned a public gathering for July 30 to discuss town progress inviting all interested residents.

Board of Trade O'Malley's Hall Malley McGowan J. J. McCabe St. Mary's Cemetery

Pittston News and Local Events Roundup

The Pittston office of the Scranton Tribune opened at 6 Williams Street. Local visitors include Homer Ruggles and Wilkes-Barre Record representative H. W. Cruser. Reports cover Delware Water Gap outing, Vulcan Ironworks vs Exeter Machine Shop baseball with a $10 purse, a fatal rock fall at Stevens colliery killing Peter Butz, upcoming Tri-county league game Pittston vs Plymouth, continued tent meetings, gospel wagon work, and a Piraton Business Directory listing with Wright & Co plumbing and a range sale.

Delaware Water Gap Homer Ruggles Mesers T. R. Staley Henry Weeks C. B. Smith William Devanney Wilkes-Barre Susquehanna Ferry Bridge Fisher Welles Wyalusing T. E. Moran J. L. Clark A. N. Butler C. Milla J. M. Powell R. W. Farr Willie Mills Corning Vulcan Ironworks Exeter Machine Shop Stevens Peter Butz R. 8. Hussart Lyman Wolfn

False fire alarm causes brief panic in Taylor borough

A false alarm rang through Taylor at 9 pm drawing crowds to main streets before dispersal as no fire was found. Evangelists Moore and Shelfinger continued camp meetings at Sibley with strong attendance. Price Library Association plans an important meeting this evening. Locals join Moosic and Avoca churches excursion to Lake Ariel. John Medler returns from Atlantic City visit.

Evangelista Moore Shelfinger Sibley Price Library Association Moosic Avoca Lake Ariel John Medler Atlantic City

Moscow Visits and Local Happenings Highlight Spring Cantata

The report notes Mrs A D David and daughter Margery visiting friends in Caton while Huckleberry parties draw crowds at Bardens with berry shipments rising. Harry DeWitt from Port Jervis visits his father on Maple street and Mise Ganford stays with Dadson. J W Noack moves into Galge and Clement’s tenement on Ridge avenue. Mrs W L Smith visits Nicholson parents. Local youths prepare a cantata for upcoming events.

Revival meetings draw crowds at edge of woods on Riddle Street

The large tent on Riddle Street hosts nightly services led by Rev. L. Shephorn and colleagues. Audiences grow each night as speakers, including Mrs. Moore, address the gathering in the gospel tent near the edge of town.

Riddle Street L. Shephorn Moore

Evangelist Tent Event With Miss Storms Featured

A lively tent gathering included praise and tears as Miss Cora Storms from Hyde Park sang beautifully. Dr. Dean spoke, and on next Friday at 3 o'clock Mir Ghivera, another evangelist, is set to appear in the same tent.

Dean Ferent Dtates Cora Storms Hyde Park Mir. Ghivera

McDonald argues on anthracite mine death rates

The forthcoming annual report by Mine Inspector Hugh McDonald of the Fifth Anthracite district challenges English versus American mining fatality comparisons. He argues that English statistics misrepresent losses by using ton mined in calculating deaths and notes greater waste, differing vein sizes, and harsher mining methods in the United States, which affect fatality rates.

Hugh McDonald McDonald England Lackawanna Wyoming

The Bicycle and the New Woman in Early Satires

A collection of editorial quips from several papers mocks women cyclists and bloomers. The humor centers on the idea of the new woman riding a bicycle and challenging gender norms, with quoted lines from the Louisville Times Boston Courier Washington Star Saymour Democrat Atchison Globe Detroit Free Press.

Atchison Globe Detroit Free Preas

Now Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Relief

Distressing kidney and bladder cases relieved in six hours by the Now Great South American Kidney Cure. The remedy supposedly eases urinary pains in both sexes, with rapid relief from retention and backache. Sold by C. M. Harris, Druggist, 15 Penn Avenue, Goranton, Pa.

C. M. Harris Penn Avenue Goranton

Market Roundup Hints at Mixed Trading and Low Activity

Market cautious as gains drifted. C Gas fell to 63 percent and sugar showed weakness. Industrials slipped while overall volume was light at 173000 shares. the list includes Scranton area names such as Lackawanna Lumber, Scranton Glass, and Anthracite Land and Improvement. Twenty shares of Economy Light, Heat and Power traded yesterday.

New York Tribune G. d. B. Dimmick William Linn Allen & Co Bpruce Street Hcranton Cs Rid Ask Dime Dep. & Dis. Bank Firat National Bank Fossease Gmessed Green Ridge Lumber Co Ee Ance Lackawanna Lumber Co Bcranton Savings Bank BO Sess Bcranton Lace Curtain Co Thuron Coal Land Co Becranton Axle Works Scranton Glass Co Third National Bank National Boring & Drilling Co Scranton Jar & Stopper Co Lacka. & Montrose R. Bi Pete Scranton Axle Works People's St. Railway Sases People's St. Railway

Scranton Wholesale Produce Prices Show Variations

A scanned price list from Scranton lists dried fruits apples prunes and currants from vendors Sader Tiasc Myate with per pound bids. fresh beans marrowfats green peas lentils potatoes onions butter cheese and meats with varied bids for hams bacon pork lard and smoked beef. flour grain and feed prices follow with rye straw hay and bale figures.

Scranton California T.c Minnesota Ohio Indiana Graham

Wanted Help and Notices in Scranton Advertisements

A collage of classified notices seeks a well educated man for forgings and machinery work, a known man to solicit affiliations, a New York dressmaker teaching cutting and draping, a good girl for general wages, and rooms and goods for rent. Also an advisory committee lists properties for sale and an administrator’s notice for the Philip Bartron estate in Lackawanna County.

Ragired Edward'o Oy Tate Stroat N. Y Livingston New York City Hoetzel Lackawanna Avenue Ming Finiahin Aplig Joe Main Avenue

New York Produce Market Prices July Update

New York market reports quiet steady trading across grains and provisions. Wheat and corn futures show mixed declines and gains with spot and futures prices listed for No. 2 red, No. 3 corn and elevator quotes. Provisions and dairy remain steady with cheese eggs and lard near unchanged levels.

New York Chicago State Dairy Tiaiéc Do. Creamery Western Dairy Stalic State Pennsylvania Toledo Mic Arkeet Clover Geed Timothy

Buffalo Live Stock Market Report Summary

Buffalo market summaries show strong receipts across cattle hogs and sheep. Cattle prices range from 1.76 to 6.26 with stockers veals and grassers noted. hogs steady to firm with typical ranges 4.00 to 8.15. sheep and lambs steady with mixed classes and prices from 2.26 to 6.26. Chicago figures mirror steady to firm trends across cattle hogs and calves.

Buffalo Chicago la Mory Infer Te Choles Lambe

Legal Notices From Scranton Attorneys listed for public sale

A fragmentary OCR shows law firms including Warren & Knapp, Tessups & Hand, Patterson & Wilcox, Hand, Okell and others in Scranton and Wilkes Barre area referenced with addresses in Commonwealth Building and Coal Exchange. The text mentions active salesmen, salary details, and P O Boxes as contact points without full context or complete actions.

Warren & Knapp Republican Building Washington Avenue Stran_ton Tessups & Hand Commonwealth Building W On Avenue Patterson & Wilcox Scranton Roswell H. Patterson William A. Wilcox Alfred Hand William J. Hand FRANK_T. OKELL Coal Exchange

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