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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1897
Page
8
The Tribune announces a reward of 0.00 dollars for information leading to the conviction of any person who steals or mutilates a copy of The Tribune after delivery to a regular subscriber.
The report lists numerous figures including Mayor Hailey's mother at home in Waverly, Charles Brerman, James Donnelly heading to Muncie, R A McAndrewa from Wilkes Barre Scranton visitors, C E Howell and Dr Maton from Pitts ton in town, F G Moon and H K Griffin returning from Meshoppen, and George Howell traveling to Philadelphia. County and city officials such as J C Taylor and Torrey travel for exams, tax matters, and diocesan meetings. clergy Rev G J Lucas and Rev J V Hussie move between Blissburg Bentley Creek and South Bethlehem. Mrs Israel accompanies Rev Terner to diocesan events with others visiting relatives and attending funerals and summer trips.
In Scranton's oldest firms C P Matthews Son & Co is lauded for square dealings and quality. The firm acts as Northeastern Pennsylvania mill agents for Pillsbury flour famed for a world record last year. Matthews is a leading promoter in the Electric City, serving as Clark & Snover Co president and Traders' National Bank director.
At the annual meeting in the Albright library the Beranton Free Kindergarten Association elected officers for the year and celebrated five graduates from the training school. Reports by Mrs Fuller and Miss Underwood highlighted financials, school work, and donations from Mrs Hackley of New York.
Charles N. Crittenton spoke to the Pastors' union meeting in the Young Men's Christian Association hall yesterday morning urging cooperation and support for local religious outreach initiatives.
Fragmentary notice notes the union will not hold another meeting until September, signaling a pause in organized activity and possible scheduling gaps for members.
The contest commission hearing examined twenty six witnesses yesterday. Daniel Davis of the First district Sixth ward did not vote in the spring election. Several individuals were noted as lacking tax receipts including Joseph Frick and Watron Swingie. Further names appear among those examined from wards and districts in the Dunmore area.
At a county auditing committee meeting C F Wagner accuses Wade Finn of inspiring a Sunday Republican caucus report that attacked Colonel K E Ripple. Finn denies the claim and accuses Wagner of perversion, prompting tense exchanges before quarrel subsides. The panel approved several ward bills and postponed the Nay Ang House electrical wiring contract, citing incomplete work by W P Connell & Son.
The First district of Lackawanna County Sunday School association holds an evening convention at First Presbyterian Church in Scranton to organize and elect officers for the year. The county meeting will be July 1 at the Y M C A building, Scranton, with devotions, committee appointments, discussions on Home Department and Primary Union, officer installation, and plans to increase Sunday school attendance.
Lizzie Jacobs a six year old girl living with her parents at the corner of Jackson and Ghestnut streets was hurled to the side of the track by a street car Sunday afternoon. The child ran in front of the car and was badly hurt, unconscious on arrival at home she soon recovered.
The lawn festival planned by the Guild of St. Hilda at the Dickson residence was moved from last night to Wednesday evening due to weather.
Dr. T. H. Antrewa of Jefferson Medical College Philadelphia Fla reports amazing results from Horsford’s Acid Phosphate in severe dyspepsia cases.
Fragmentary advertisement lists services at 33 and 46 Adams avenue for linen cleaning at Crystal Laun dry, with notes on improved machinery. Also mentions Miss Carolyne V. Dorsey teaching elocution at 107 Wr oming Avenue and an optician at 125 Penn grenen. Hours shown as 8 a.m. and .
Evangelist Charles W. Crittenton opened a series of meetings at the Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church West Side urging all to come to Christ. He emphasized the call to spiritual labor Go work today in my vineyard and recounted personal testimony of finding peace in faith. A revival followed with a prayer service and a note that the next gathering will be at Providence Methodist Episcopal Church.
Captain P De Lary reports that members of the Medal of Honor Legion from Washington and Philadelphia will arrive in the city at 6.25 in the afternoon for the opening entertainment. Others are expected earlier in the day.
A 14 year old bicycle performer amazed a large crowd on Lackawanna Avenue with high speed starts, arial poses, and bar balancing tricks. Police halted the display around 10:90 PM. the rider’s identity and origin were not known.
Henry Klingle of Dickson City was assaulted near the city line at dawn by two footpads who terrorized his wife and three children with vile epithets. Klingle fled, seized a revolver at home, then returned and fired several shots, none striking the attackers.
Soldiers day to be observed on Saturday June 26 as the Union Veterans union Colonel Oakford Commandery No 25 conducts an excursion to Lake Ariel. The day features campfire fortification and remarks by Colonel 3. W. Roberts, commander.
A local dealer promotes low prices and direct from manufacturer sourcing for millinery. The advertisement emphasizes strong customer satisfaction and a price point that leaves off where competitors begin on new hats. The weekly kickoff notes renewed vigor in sales.
The Union Veterans union is in charge and the Gene of Veterans of this city have been invited to join in the excursion.
The annual meeting and officer election of the Young Women's Christian Association will be held this evening at seven o'clock. Miss Davin and Miss Hays, state secretarian, will give addresses. Miss Timberman will sing.
The deed of land in the Twentieth ward given by Congressman William Connell for the proposed silk ribbon factory has been forwarded to Levy Bros of New York who will erect the mill.
Lehigh Valley railroad offers a single fare round trip to Philadelphia for the National Saengerbund meeting in June. Tickets go on sale June 19 to 23 at all Lehigh Valley offices, valid for return in June. Pullman sleeping and parlor cars, day coaches, and through express trains.
Advertisement states druggists refund money if Intative Bromo Quinine Tableta fails to cure. The offer specifies a 2 cent price.
Tonight in the board of trade rooms a reception will be held to honor members of the Medal of Honor Legion. The event invites attendees as the organization recognizes distinguished service and dedication.
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