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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1901
Page
3
Unclear OCR text details a mix of local notes including oil matters, a formal meeting recount, a court inquest and public notices. Contained are names such as Willow Street residents, engineers, and a hospital or infirmary reference plus several gatherings and upcoming events.
The article argues coal and power demand better engines to conserve fuel. It cites Edison and Teslas as pushing for efficient solutions, noting fuel waste and the promise of gas and steam engines to extend coal use. It compares energy per pound and daily work to illustrate potential gains.
A plan to end the Langstaff Kelly election contest to save costs is under review by judges. If approved, the county would pay about $10,000 in costs rather than extend the ballot examination, with total expenses to date near $66,000 and ongoing stenographer and witness bills.
Arbitrators Ralph L Levy W M Bunnell and Walter L Hill heard testimony on an alleged $15000 sale involving Michal Grimes and O J Johnson. Grimes claimed authority in 1807 to negotiate the sale of a collection to the Green Ridge company. One negotiating party named was Hon Wk Cannell.
Joseph Rudalivitz of Tilge near Arelbald faced assault charges against Joseph Pietro. Pietro is reported out of danger by attending physician. Bail set at 1000 dollars posted by John Mistin before Judge Carpenter. William E E Lewis charged by wife with infidelity and desertion released on 1000 dollar bail by Ab A Donahoe.
The equity suit of Joseph F. Ailroy trustee against Freeman Larned and others was continued by agreement with a view to disposal at the next spring term. Also set for Friday before Judge Copper to hear the case of J Simpson and others against Cherry Valley Room and Lumber Co. Davidson et al.
The readable passage mentions a defendant and an outfit rental, with garbled names and phrases about witnesses at a trial or hearing. Details are fragmented, hindering a full reconstruction of persons, places, or events.
The readable fragments describe a period of big ambitions, upcoming events, and local sports context with scattered names and places. The text hints at teams, venues, and schedules but offers little concrete detail to confirm outcomes or participants.
A fragmented report notes a public order issued by authorities amid tensions in Maine and other regions. References to military and governmental actions include detention and surrender dates, with mention of allied locations and leaders.
A petition presented by Prof Daniel A Stone on behalf of Scranton teachers calls for a twelve month salary or a twenty percent increase for current pay, citing lower wages than Pittsburg and Allegheny. Bids for lightning rods and other supplies were opened. some board members favor the rods but bids were referred to committees for cost estimates.
Rugged figure Marquis de Mores looms in a frontier saga detailing his failed American aspirations in the Dakota Bad Lands. The narrative traces his drive to fence vast ranges, clashes with ranchers like Frank O’Donnell, and a dramatic shootout that ended in tragedy and legend.
A scrambled wire report from Washington references the Springfield bank fallout and investigations into loan practices. It mentions a closure and unspecified directives tied to competition and financial stress but lacks clear names or dates.
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