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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1897
Page
9
The paper notes a strict policy that controversial communications must be signed with the writer's true name for publication. It states no exceptions will be made to enforce accountability and authenticity of letters.
Attorney James J. O Malley among Winton school sued. A Sunday fast mall train departs Delaware Lackawanna and Western at 10200 p m. Court House square hosts Banner Advertising views. Philip Martin Mahle Cannli and others granted marriage Moenses in Scranton and Jessup. Building committees discuss desks for new buildings as bills pass. Boy John Murray bitten by a dog. dog owned by John Harrison. Dr Walker treats wounds amid fear of hydrophobia. Charles G Mitchell to speak at YM C A tomorrow on The Dark Side of a Showmans Life. Bridget Hughes harassed by Frankforts. Alderman Wright mediates. Beemer and Day charged with selling spurious butter. grand jury to hear cases. Bail posted for Breeem and Ayleworth. Miss Carolyne V reey's pupils praised. Students listed with Roberta Johnston and others. New wash goods lines advertised at low prices by Mears & Hagen.
An old advertisement touts Bromo Quinine Tableta as a quick cure for colds. It promises a refund from all druggists if the remedy fails to cure. The copy reflects early 20th century patent medicine marketing with a two cent price point.
The act of Congress dissolves United States commissioners at June 30 and shifts appointing power to district courts. Charles Du Pont Breck is named as commissioner for western Pennsylvania, replacing aging veteran Gustav Hahn in Wilkes-Barre. The Western district drops from thirty-three to under twenty commissioners as salaries and roles change. Breck, longtime Democrat, supported sound money and opposed silver.
Two miners Owen Frost and David W Richards of this city sue the Scranton Railway Co for 2000 damages claiming they were ejected from an inbound car after a fare dispute on June 12 at 12 15 am. They allege Richards paid a quarter to the conductor who demanded more, the conductor later denies receiving more than a dime, and Frost says he was roughly handled causing three days off work. Attorney: Colonel F L Hitchcock.
Mrs. Kate Storr of 415 Alder Street swore out a warrant against her husband Fred Storr after he allegedly threatened to "put her out of the way" over his late shifts at the Delaware Lackawanna and Western car shops. Alderman G B G Wright set a $500 bond to keep the peace as Mrs. Storr plans divorce steps.
It was learned yesterday that Miss Cake, who won first prize in the Queen's Jubilee contest, is Miss Jean Gray Law of Pittston, daughter of J. B. Law. The name Miss Cake was the contestant's pseudonym.
Yesterday concluded testimony for the Dunmore contest with John Gerrity cleared by Tax Collector Holgnd after a prior disqualification. Frank H. Bogart Harry A. Smith and A. C. Mitchell passed the test, while George Weaver failed to show tax records.
The report notes both sides have introduced refutation testimony to salvage votes deemed bad after prior witness examinations. Each side presented about six witnesses and both claim victory, but indications favor the respondents’ defeat. A decision may not come until early next year.
Adjutant F. W. Manson of the First Battalion Thirteenth Regiment sent his resignation to General Gobin after twelve years in service and advancement from first lieutenant of Company F West Ride. The resignation is unlikely to be accepted soon due to camp proximity and business pressures noted as the reason.
The Bright and Love sewer affair from 1896 resurfaces in Aldermen Wright's office. Price sues Flannaghan and O'Hara for 110 dollars in consulting fees linked to sewer work on Nast Market Street. Flannaghan alleges City Solicitor Torrey implied Price was city employed. Judge Wright orders payment of 110 dollars to Price.
Mayor Bailey said he does not know his course on Republican council members and the appointment of an examining board. He will consult City Recorder Terrey before deciding. Democratic councilmen urged another joint session for next Thursday night amid rumors the mayor may seek a writ of mandamus to force council action. He did not confirm or deny that plan.
On July 16 BR Patterson Major James W Oakford Charles W Gunster and H H Coston will sail for Europe If Col Ripple's commission as postmaster arrives in time F M Wandling will join the party All will tour Europe except Mr Coston who will go directly to Carlsbad springs
Washington Thursday named Arrarat Susquehanna county N A Walker Hop Bottom Susquehanna county C B Miller vice M Fassett removed Laceyville Wyoming county G J Johnson vice JL G Platt removed.
Ira T. Atherton a longtime Taylor resident and elder figure in the valley died yesterday afternoon. Funeral services are set for Monday morning at 10 30 from his residence.
On Wednesday next Thomas Aubrey and A L Spencer of this city will be sentenced on conspiracy charges they were convicted of last March. They will at once appeal to the Superior court.
Josh Lowry of Grassy Island will play John Rickaby in an eleven up quoits match for sixty one points up and zero aside. Money and man ready anytime at the Exchange hotel operated by Thomas Logan in Dunmore Pa.
The notice warns that substitutes for Horsford's Acid Phosphate are dangerous and cheaper but ineffective. It urges consumers to insist on the genuine product, whether in bottle form or mixed in a soda, to ensure the proper effect.
The note announces continued business at the same location for twenty two years offering awnings tents flags and all kinds of society goods and decorations and respectfully solicits public patronage as before.
The Tripp Farm Land Co promotes Tripp Farm lots ready for gale conditions and invites buyers to compare prices. The notice emphasizes affordable rates and quick availability for interested purchasers.
In criminal court John W. Hollenback found guilty of false pretenses and forgery. He received two years and ten months in the eastern penitentiary after a request for a new trial was denied. Three men convicted for robbing Schlinger’s Store also face judgment.
A conference between chippers and Superintendent John O. Stanton led to a compromise on pay. The chipper group and other workers agreed to return to work if their demands are reviewed, with a possible restart Monday morning after the plan is submitted to General Manager Wehrum.
Street Commissioner Dunning proposes street rules for horse drivers citing frequent rule breaking causing accidents and jams. He plans to publish guidance in newspapers and pamphlets for city horse owners, warning that harsher measures may follow if ignored.
William Smith was admitted to Lackawanna hospital yesterday with body and hip injuries from a premature explosion in the Forest Coal Company's Archbald mine. Liver complaints are noted as cured by Beecham's Pills.
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