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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1898
Page
3
The Wilkes Barre Record cambo noted news stands in Scranton at M Reinhart on 119 Wyoming Avenue and Mac Lackawanna Avenue indicating distribution points.
City notes report paid inserts for cards of thanks and obituaries, plus various court actions. George Cooper sues city for debts. county treasurer Kelley announces data on allotments. stockholders of Third National meet to discuss directors and legal remedies. Local marriages, property cases, and bond offerings appear with scattered names such as Hopkins Kircher Blosiaher and Coleman Kite Gierrity. The Traders’ National Bank opens a new issue of United States government bond subscriptions with denomination limits and ordering details.
The St Thomas College commencement last night on College Hill drew a large audience with about two hundred standing. The program included thirty numbers with performances by preparatory pupils and college graduates, featuring a Te Deum and a poetry and music showcase by juniors and seniors. Notable readings praised include James Cullen on Gladstone and Francis A Kane on American patriotism, with Daubtful trial scenes and a defense presented by District Attorney Martin in a related matter.
Five stockholders including William H Payor George Sanderson Plummer B ase and R B Sturges sue Thomson Houston Electric in U S court alleging an agreement to extend business and seize control of the Wightman Blvetime company. Thompson Houston is represented by Josup & Jonseny. Court referee June H W Torrey to report later.
Former representative Totlor PL Oriner of Wilkes faces trial in Wilkes County before Justice Woodward for the murder of his stepdaughter Mrs Caroline Schlemmer at Poors in October. The case centers on the shooting at the Pullian House amid a family dispute.
At last night’s Scranton Firemen’s Relief Association session, solicitor Moore and others debated the association’s constitution and charter, funds, and proposed membership rules. The group discussed claims about veteran members and the need for physician services and visit payments under the fund.
An adjuster for Wayne Mutual Life, Hammer, was arrested in Wampolis on a complaint from chief clerk Barten J of the state department of insurance. The warrant and $1,000 bond target alleged noncompliance and falsified statements. investigators note the company operates without proper licenses and faces policy disputes and claims issues.
Thynlel Slik of Lote Baghand was seriously injured when a blast of lively debris erupted from a well after a which bore incident. He lost vision in one eye and suffered facial injuries. He was rushed to hospital where doctors said he was in danger of losing his eyesight.
Joseph and Mine Alay Fisnn of Wilkes Barre wed in the Holy Savior church with Stev Curran officiating. Harry T. Figan and Therese Regan, both of Wilkes Barre, attended. The couple departed by the next train for New York and Boston amid social prominence.
The 14th anniversary alumni banquet at Hotel Nash featured a reception, business session, and a committee to verify graduates. Highlights included a menu by Nash, piano selections, speeches by several members, and a postprandial dance with Bauer’s orchestra.
A fire yesterday morning completely destroyed a building and its contents. The property belonged to Thomas Chott and was occupied by Michael Larus and others. damage included furniture and stock with extensive losses. The blaze gutted the structure, with the owner Mr. Wotton reporting heavy losses and insurance uncertain.
Property owners along North Erd pavement to Mill's Heath Avenue oppose a proposed sewer and street paving project. Fourteen signatories object to laying mains on Providence Road and North Main Avenue claiming funds and timing conflict with a bond issue. A public meeting and court report are planned as opposition mobilizes and a sewer fund awaits authorization.
Fragmentary entry notes a morning event at a real donay of Mre with J. Gordon and Conlon mentioned. Other words are garbled, giving no clear actors, places, or outcomes.
The office provides treatment for chronic and acute illnesses across genders from pediatrics to geriatrics. Services include urology, dermatology, cancer care, surgical procedures, and general medical examinations. Office hours run daily from 9 am to 1 pm and 2 to 4 pm with Sunday hours listed.
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