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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1897
Page
7
A local retailer notes excess stock of 300 pairs of ladies oxford ties priced at two dollars. The black patent leather style comes in all sizes and will be offered in a three day sale to move inventory quickly.
Baseball today features Providence versus Scranton at 3.45. Admission is 25 cents.
The building committee of the board of control meets tonight and the auditing committee met last night to parse bills. Baptist Young People union to meet Friday at Green Ridge Church. Lafayette College commencement music by Bauer’s Bend. Central W C T U holds regular 3 PM evangelistic session. wild wheat show planned for Scranton in July. A parade permit was issued by Street Commissioner Dunning yesterday. Health reports note forty deaths last week with measles and diphtheria cases. Sewer work on Wyoming Avenue progresses. Y M C A musicale postponed. Strawberry social planned for Friday June 30 from 7 to 10 PM for ladies and gentlemen. Charlies Joseph of the West Side intends to fish. he was arrested and fined. Deputy Sheriff closes Levene jewelry store under execution. Scranton Baptist ministers meet. pre millennial paper discussed. Commencement at St Cecilia’s gives 25 cent admission. high school alumni banquet at St Luke’s with music by Lawrance’s orchestra. Recital at S M Becker’s home features several young performers. Camp No 8 Bowes of Veterans meets at 6:30 PM. travel to Pittston for new camp muster with large delegation anticipated.
On the first day of the June term, over twenty cases were disposed of in criminal court before Judge Gunster. Seven went to trial, the rest by plea. Guilty verdicts included Barrett for stealing overalls, Tallman for larceny and receiving, and Gill for taking a shot gun. Several others saw suspended or short sentences.
Defense attorney M J Walsh argued Doyle injury arose from a friendly wrestling match and Sakalowskue tried to blackmail Doyle. The jury accepted part of the story but reduced the crime to simple assault and battery. Other trials noted include Joseph Bestech’s assault case and verdicts against Lillie Mackey and Bramin Green linked to a Miss Jones matter.
Depositions in six divorce actions were taken yesterday before Willis D. Con ton, appointed by Judge Archbald. Plaintiffs include Jennie Devine seeking separation from Samuel Devine and Ettie Moses seeking divorce from William Moses for cruelty. others cite desertion and cruelty. No respondent appeared in any case.
A liver and white fox terrier named Bob, owned by C. M. Florey of Wyoming avenue sporting goods, is famed for his apparent intelligence. He tracks Florey’s car daily, visits Westminster cafe for treats, and even navigates backstreets when barred from a circus, showing remarkable curiosity and memory.
The article warns substitutes offered as Horsford's Acid Phosphate are often cheaper and dangerous, failing to provide the same effect as the genuine product. It notes lists of product names used in bottles or in a glass of soda and cautions consumers to beware.
The notice announces low rates for travel to western points during July and August. It directs readers to contact M. L. Smith, Division Pass Agent, D., L. & W. KK. R. for information and details on the offer.
Peter Meexer, contractor and slater, plans roof work at 1034 Lake Street and invites families to Lake Ariel this Saturday for the project and related activities.
In Geranten Pennsylvania June 1 147 by Rev J W Ford pastor of Green Rich Baptist Church Frank Cole of Omore and Mina Mary Barnes of Geranten unite in marriage.
At a Scranton board of trade meeting Dr. J K Bentley ex president of the city board of health spoke on the unsanitary condition of unpaved alleys and courts. The discussion followed reports on new Elk ribbon factory sites and the Philadelphia Commercial Museums urging improved urban sanitation and economic growth.
Nineteen marriage licenses were issued yesterday by Clerk of the Courts Thomas marking the second highest single day total. Names include John Barbour and Mary C. Walker of Carbondale, John McDonald and Martha B. Battle of Carbondale, and William T. Reese and Isabelle Davis of Carbondale.
The Orphans Court granted licenses for numerous couples including Miss Matilda Westpfahl, 19, who needed parental consent. Her grandmother Dora Honeyager became guardian after her father declined to consent, allowing the marriage to proceed despite the guardianship issue.
The Firemen's Volunteer association will convene in Durrs hall tomorrow evening to discuss moving firemen's day from September 23 to October 4 to align with the state convention in Wilkes-Barre. The board of engineers will decide, with an excursion to Wilkes-Barre on the agenda. Ex Chief Mickley and others from Allentown's American Chemical Engine company No 1 visited, seeking city quarters for forty members and were assisted by Chief Hickey and Peter Rosar.
Peter Rafferty of Pine Brook was fined $5 for jeering Mounted Officer Dyer during Sunday rounds. Arthur Price, a young colored boy, was fined $3.50 for playing baseball on the streets Sunday evening, payment made by his mother. Diamonds at Bargains and Beecham's Pills are advertised with health and shopping notes.
In a bedroom scene the article highlights a decorative toilet set as the standout item. It contrasts a pretty, tasteful option with an homely one and promotes affordable prices and broad color choices from Fora. The store touts wedding gifts and wide stock for price and quality.
A visitor named Crina Walt walks into Rex Ford’s store and surveys the showroom. Details of time or purpose are not provided.
June sale accelerates with marks on music rolls jewelry sets knives and eating tools pushed to cut prices. Merchants advertise heavy markdowns as a ten day rush begins with goods like morocco alligator enamel sets and Roger’s cutlery at deep discounts to clear stock.
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