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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1898

Page

6

Anthracite Freight Rates Spark Market Confusion

A report details shifting coal freight charges on anthracite routes, noting disputes over whether railroads underestimate or overcharge, affecting shipments to tidewater. It cites Josephine Stockheller agitation and compares rates across regions, with mention of per ton and per mile figures and various lines to New York markets.

Rmimons Hortei Guihranite Emnl Pentore Rei Tidewater Elite Coal Oper New York New Pativard Palbicad Seth Boner Rowton Bard SCF Wilker Lware Behieh Valles Rile Mallee Eliime Seninitan

Rate on coal costs per ton and mile in anthracite shipments

The article discusses rail freight charges for anthracite coal, noting operators fear higher rates per ton per mile than for other coals. It cites figures around a cost premium per ton per mile and the impact on property taxes and shipments, with references to officials and commissions.

Musical Gossip Recital at Porte Brothers’ Music Store

Mr J Alfred Pennington of Berinton Conservatory of Music presents a recital at Porte Brothers’ music store in Kerantin Pa. An array of performers is listed with program details and dates. The article notes university connections, concert venues, and upcoming festival plans.

J. Alfred Pennington Berinton

Church concert and ceremony cited for June at local venues

A report outlines a June 2 church ceremony led by Reverend W. Wy Joven of the Bimpeon Methodist Episcopal Church at Hirde Park. It details a varied program with performances by Thiler's orchestra, a vocal quartet, and ensembles at United States Army grounds, plus a Choral society event in Mears Hall and a piano and cornet recital by Walter PF. Tones.

Ruth Neva Prefor W. Wy Joven Bimpeon Methodist Episcopal Church Hirde Park Walter PF. Tones Ravers United States Army Ground Rawles South Carolina Preteser Rons

Low Line Waal Ascars Meyers and Manefirld

Readable text fragment mentions individuals Meyers and Manefirld with numeric value 108 Spratioe slvr and items attached to the Low Line Waal Ascars.

Meyers & Manefirld

Snaith Seeks Game Warden Appointment Amid Draft of Duties

Petition by William Snaith of Chorien Street North Fa for appointment as game warden. Article notes proposed duties include providing army and navy departments with a carrier pigeon service. Describes a recent test flight and response from North Pind authorities.

Devanny Trespass Case Heard Before Judge Simentet

The defendant Peter Derunnes appeared with counsel as the court convened. The case involved alleged trespass on a Cranton property, with the prosecution outlining events and the defense presenting an alternative account.

Legal Proceedings In Ejectment and Healwet Case

The court heard the ejectment action involving Michael Flan ders and wither Gagailnet PLaw amid questioned contributory negligence. Mcpin nell and others were sent to the jury by Judge Archtwid at noon with no verdict by adjournment. Attorney A A Votre closed for the plaintiff and Judge Knapp for the defense. The jury in the Healwet case against W Hind and others went to the jury on stock matters with no verdict yet returned.

Michael Flanders Wither Gagailnet Mcpinnell Judee Archtwid Heres

Donation acknowledgments to Home for the Friendless

The treasurer of Home for the Friendless acknowledges cash donations with thanks, listing appreciative donors and amounts. The note expresses gratitude from the Home’s administrators and highlights generous contributions received.

Defendants Secured in Erroneous Capt of Millside Case

Wittard Warren & Knapp secured Anoonder et al yesterday for a role to show why Gearer Waters and others should not be substituted as defendants in the error capture of the Millside case. The petition alleges a deed conveyance on March 6 18__ and that the heirs are now in dispute. plea states infirmity.

Wittard, Warren & Knapp Anoonder Gillee Gearer Waters Ki. A. Hermans Fred W. Piettz Prank Toel Erro Tren William JL Piet Pseitien

Tracy Stricken and Taken to Hospital After Illness

The article reports Tracy being removed to a hospital after a night of illness. Attorney W T Tracis was renewed from the county deal to the Lackiwan ne hospital by order of device Edwards. Dr Webb and the house physician accompanied Tracy to the hospital in a cab.

W.T. Tracis Lackiwanne Hospital Divice Edwards

Notable Patient Suffers Repeated Hemorrhages All Night

The patient endured a hemorrhage Thursday night and another by morning. Physicians Dre Burns Wenta and Donne examined him and he had a third hemorrhage during their visit. His condition led the court to order removal to the hospital and he was bedridden. No sheriff oversight remained in charge.

Dre. Burns Wenta and Donne Tracy Ina

Loyal Knights of America Grand Lodge Contends to Endure

Delegates from Reese's hall Taylor gather in secret session to decide whether the National Grand Lodge of the Loyal Knights of America should continue. The afternoon deliberations favor continuation as 8 15 velock session closes with entertainment from Luther lodge No 22 Taylor and a simple program.

National Grand Lodge of the Loyal Knights of America Reese's Hall Taylor Grand Lodge Velock Joseph H. Davin Keystone Lodge No Scranton Joseph Oliver Enterprise Loge No Catasauqua No John McCounfless Jones T. J. Hughes J. E. Evans J. & Tubbs Wy. Jenkins J. Levetton W. A. Phillips J. Wilking, Jr W. H. Williams Enterprise No

Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad Straightening Its Road

The Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad undertakes extensive improvements to straighten the line between Nay Aug and Elmhurst near this city and Lake Ariel junction. A new straight track over half a mile will remove curves improving speed and passenger comfort, with a ten foot fill along the length and station work at Lake Ariel.

Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad Company Erie and Woming Valley Raiibrout Company Lake Ariel Junction Nay Aug Elmhurst O New Reid Lake Ariel

Death of Anthony Murphy Under Coroner Probe

Coroner Longstreet completed a post mortem yesterday fore noon on the body of Anthony Murphy of Olyphant who died Thursday morning at Lackawanna hospital. The examination aimed to ascertain the cause of death after a brain hemorrhage.

Longstreet Anthony Murphy Olyphant Lackawanna Hospital

Painter Cawley Charged in Death After Night Push

Examination reveals a brain hemorrhage caused by an injury. Coroner empanels a jury to hear evidence Monday about Cawley accused of causing Murphy's death after a dispute. Cawley, a painter, says Murphy offered no drunken assault, only a push.

Cawley Murphy

Case of Larceny Involving Show Case at Lackawanna Ave

Thomas Morgan and an unknown companion face larceny charges after stealing about a dozen glasses, one thermometer and eight magnifying glasses from Dr Silverstone’s show case at 215 Lackawanna Avenue. The theft occurred around 1 am while police responded to a fracas on Center Street. They were arrested half an hour later at Morris Hotel by Patrolmen Kariis and Vinherts while trying to sell the stolen items. Morgan previously worked as a bartender at the White House Hotel.

Thomas Morgan Silverstone Lackawanna Avenue Center Street Grerlitz Morris’ Hotel Penn Avenue Spruce Street Kariis Vinherts Morrie Morgan White House

State Teachers Meeting in Bellefonte July 6 7

The State Teachers' association marks its forty third year and will convene in Bellefonte on July 6 and 7. The gathering will feature lectures, committee work, and reports from educators across the state.

State Teachers’ Association Bellefonte

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