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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1895
Page
5
A notice offers a five dollar reward for information leading to the conviction of anyone caught stealing The Tribune from subscribers' doorstep delivery.
City notes report upcoming meetings of the council and board of health, paydays for mine workers and car shop staff, a school addition contract to Edwin Willams for 1 255 dollars, and letters of administration granted in the Mark Newell estate to Mrs Susan Newell. Also items on public charity rooms, a drunken arrest, a church supper, a patrolman arrest, a defamation complaint, and several marriage notices.
An adjourned Scranton Citizens meeting at the House of Trinto Ronnie adjourned to noon. The Sinvonian mission of Scranton announces an entertainment next Monday featuring John Hues and Mohemlane acts at Park Place Court House. Banter about local officials and court matters, plus a charity excursion by Home for the Friendly, with Mrs. C. B. Scott in charge.
The Lackawanna presbytery commission discussed the Rev. August Lange and his Hickory Street church amid protest over alleged inaction in the Wisswaesser scandal. A final ruling will be reported to the presbytery, with suspension status unchanged and no Wisswaesser action discussed publicly.
A boiler room explosion at the converting department of North Steel works drew a crowd last evening. A spout vent caused a large amount of metal to spill into a winter pool, with Anthony Hunisley of the South Side burned about the neck while other workers escaped injury. Local officials report no fatalities.
A Washington avenue jeweler Mr Turnqwost offers six day sale with diamond rings at 3.75 each. Inspect stock at 205 Washington avenue and decide on purchases. Also notes St Peter's society Laurel Hill park event on Saturday January 8 and dental replacement services by Dr Wheaton at 41 Lackawanna avenue.
The Annual Convention of the Epworth League at the Asbury Methodist Church gathered many young members with discussions on loyalty, social works, and junior league activities. Rev J B Sweet and Rev T M Furey led sessions while G A Baldwin and W i Hiller were elected to key posts.
Police raided a rooming house in Raymond court run by four women known as Nellie Bly. Six women and the proprietor were arrested while no men were present. One woman who stayed was allowed to remain. others were taken to the station for the night under a warrant issued by Alderman Millar.
German Catholic societies of Pennsylvania plan to attend the June 1 convention in Wilkes-Barre to oppose the A P A threat. St Mary's parish group will run an excursion to Wilkes-Barre and Mountain Park. The gathering may yield strong resolutions reflecting anti A P A sentiment. Local merchants advertise dress patterns at half price and announce YWCA and other meetings and stock auctions at Crane's Lackawanna Stock Farm and nearby farms.
Governor Hastings fixed Thursday August 1 for the execution of murderer Bezek. Officials exchange notes on records as the Supreme Court record and the governor's copy move through channels. Clemons awaits official notice while Bezek faces a looming death with prayers and guarded contact only with lawyers.
The Boston clubman known as Paul Jones travels around the world with no money, earning expenses on the road. He describes gigs in the United States and Europe, including teaching as an interpreter and performing in various duties while surviving on improvised outfits and a few paydays. He recounts travels through Hamburg, Berlin, Leipzig and Knippruk, with Japan posing passport hurdles amid New Year festivities.
A curious figure accused of spying on the government is unexpectedly aided by a Japanese official educated in Boston who promptly releases him from his predicament.
Superintendent Philips presided over a large South Side meeting on River Street, urging teachers to prepare examination papers and tally student attendance. He noted the Denver national convention in August and urged accurate records of days attended and pupil origins to highlight ward interest, citing low representation from the Midteenth ward.
Frederick Dambacher caused an unpleasant scene at St Marys Church during the funeral of Charles Young when he wore a hat and used loud language. Rev Father Christ admonished him, and at least one group of friends urged decorum to avoid ejection. The incident prompted a disturbance before observers escorted Dambacher out.
The funeral of Michael Mullirky of Archbald is set for this morning. A 10 300 requiem mass will be celebrated at St Thomas Church Archbald, followed by interment in Archbald Cathedral Cemetery.
The children of the late Mrs. Henrietta Borchers thank the Ladies Society of the Mnem Avenue German Lutheran church and all friends for kind assistance during their bereavement.
In a May 1 1945 letter from New York F P Price replies to a cigars dealer, stating that the Concha size Bella Rosa is the best Key West Cigar on the market and provides quotes for larger sizes.
A reader notes Rosa was a fine cigar but for a special occasion they sought something extra choice and wrote as above that the reply speaks for itself.
The ad advertises plain and fancy striped skirts and capes at 2.79, down from 4.50, plus fine taffetas silk waist in stripes and checks at 4.40, reduced from 6.0.
Fancy figured mohair skirts at FA.20 formerly 87.00. Fine cheviot skirts $4.98, previously 0.50. Silk creponne adjustable skirt also usable as an opera cape at SUS, formerly £15.00. All mohair lined.
Catalog note shows ladies capes at 1 jot with cape listed as 1 Jot of Ladies Capes S1.19 from 5.00, and 1 Jot Silk and Velvet with fancy lining at 37.44, previously 5.00. Details indicate a sale of small fashion items with price reductions.
Advertises Leghorn hats as infant headwear with a focus on new infant accessories and millinery offerings at a local shop.
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