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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1901
Page
10
A garbled OCR pass reports scattered names and terms from a city scene. It mentions people, places, and events with uncertain connections, including references to training, prices, and various individuals, all in a jumbled sequence.
A local market advertises home grown vegetables and fruits with low prices and delivery. Pierce's Market at 110 to 112 Penn Avenue offers table deliveries and a range of fresh produce including pineapples strawberries apricots and peaches.
Bargains advertised at 11 Washington Avenue promise value on oriental mugs and enaypets. The notice urges readers to visit and view the selections for potential purchases.
Local ad promotes M. and HL. one dollar gloves described as a wear wonder. Buyers are invited to visit today and Monday to take advantage of the deal on a limited selection of Menus and blagen.
Mahon's shoe store at 328 Lackawanna avenue advertises gentlemen's dress shoes in Vici Kid or Calfskin for $2 each. The notice also mentions Pocuna ic cigars in the ad copy.
The Delaware and Hudson announces timetable changes affecting service to Sunie, Seeranten, Cir Bondate, Wilkes, Harre, Albany points north, Mor Phinesdale and Lake Tudor. Adjustments include new departure times and routes with several trains listed for days and weeks ahead.
Readers anticipate a large turnout for this afternoon and evening performances by Buffalo Bill Wild West and the Rough Riders of the World. The show features horsemanship feats, life saving corps drills, clashes with Chinese war and global contingents, plus a grand review of international detachments led by Colonel Chad.
Store ad notes wall papers available in all grades and prices at Neorton's, located opposite Hotel Jermyn.
Last night in the association rooms Mrs. E H Ripple was reelected president with Rev Dr Pierce and Madison Larkin making short remarks. Helena Clark read the general secretary Miss Savage’s report who recently resigned. Bertha Woo was elected secretary and the meeting focused on future work and Bible study plans with praise for Scranton’s possibilities and support for the association’s ministry.
A lightning bolt killed Stephen Connors and injured Simon Carmody and others aboard the Leeann Salbeard. Coroner and deputies investigated. Connors died instantly beneath a bridge near the station while Carmody survived with injuries. The deceased is survived by a spouse and children. funeral details given by Clark's Summit Catholic church.
The Thirteenth regiment executive committee reviews preparations for a ball. Wheeler’s location and a personal letter are discussed with a war department intervention sought. Tickets are selling at high rate, with 40 boxes constructed and 20 sold. Committee work includes decor, venue access concerns, and expense funding.
The morning edition notes two new entrants joining the field. Miss Pedrick shows a strong performance while the Carbon dalinans both lift their standings substantially. Plenty of room and time remains for late entries.
A fragmented standings snippet lists contestants with points and hometowns including J Garfield Anderson Carbondale and August Brunner Jr Carbondale along with Frank Kemmerer Factoryville Miss Norma Meredith Hyde Park Miss Wilhelmina Griffin Providence and others from Hyde Park Elmhurst Wimmers Green Ridge and Montrose.
The article notes nine contestants reported with scores, naming Ac. Giriffis and Robert Campbell among top performers. It highlights Miss Vila Podiriek as day’s top gatherer of prizes, plus August Brunner and Garfield Anderson posting solid scores. Leader Meyer Lewis stays ahead by 28 points over Henry Schwenker, with Miles in third, and contest officials promising ongoing competition and an illustrated booklet offer.
Convo Schromler acting through attorney Table Buns initiated a suit against Scranton Gas and Water Co to test an ordinance governing water rates. Meg Schroeder received a water bill for the quarter starting April and totaling 48 dollars, while the ordinance sets a limit of 20 dollars 12 cents. The case seeks relief preventing shutoff of water to Schroeder and requests a permanent injunction to restrain termination of service across multiple properties.
A vintage notice advertises a Saturday sale offering 100 pairs of ladies fine shoes priced at $2. The store opens in the evening at 628 Lackawanna Ave and mentions various clothing items and accessories in a hurried, unclear note. An attention line urges customers to remember the Saturday timing.
The article notes Norton’s stock an assortment of window shades available opposite Hotel Termyn. It also mentions the Powukir Punch cigar as a leading product in the men’s wear market.
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