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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1899
Page
5
A string of visitors and residents from New York and surrounding areas are noted in the report. Mentions include former officials, musicians, educators, and community leaders visiting Scranton or staying briefly in the city. The piece references planned attendances and arrivals, with brief notes on local institutions and events, including school figures and local clubs.
John and Peter Toole of Old Forge were arrested after an alleged incident at the Greenwood mine involving Charlies Lydon of Mingihn and M. Corcoran of Duryea. Both men appeared before Alderman Rudig in the Twentieth ward on Wednesday, facing four charges including assault and unlawful arrest.
Law son faces perjury charges after arrest following a Wilkes Barre hearing. The Toole brothers allegedly abducted Lydon at the Greenwood mine, gunpoint, and delivered him to police. Special Officer Hunte arrested the defendants, who waived a hearing and posted $1,000 bail each with Michael Clink as bondsman.
The first informal smoker in a two part series drew prominent Valley guests at J. Don Dimmick’s Homewood residence. Col M. G. Osborn and BF Raynolds from New Haven spoke, Captain Hobby of the U S Army entertained, and a large audience enjoyed supper and lively remarks. The list of attendees includes Hons Alfred Hand and W H Tescup, among others. the executive committee comprises I. Ben Dimmick and Worth Rovanten.
Funeral for Kiwand Haines, killed at Johneeti mine, was held from Patrick Hallman’s Dunmore home. Rev Martin led blessings at St Marguerite church Ridge, with interment at Leat cemetery. Pallbearers included P Durbin James Dempney J Jenoa Broman M Ruddy A Howan.
Peter Stelly and John Byron faced charges of attempted robbery after a raid on a caboose yard at central station. Detectives Ise Certs and Busatis Werwe pursued intruders, arresting Stelly and Brey as the case moved toward a hearing. A large quantity of lumber and axle parts were reported stolen from several cabooses.
Friends and relatives gather at the residence on North Livington Pike to mourn the death of Michael of Company who died Sunday morning at Camp Mackongie Augusta. Reverend Alvich of the Gitte He officiated a brief sermon. A choir sang as the body was viewed this morning and burial plans were announced for Delaware and Luck counties.
California Navel Oranges 15 for 25 cents and apples in bushel crates. Aunt Jemima cereal 8c per package, Shredded Wheat 11c per package. Coursen’s Gem and Corona Flour $1.35 per sack, $4.99 per barrel. Wheaten Flour claims best entire wheat at 38c per sack. advertises bread baking and low flour costs.
Frank J. Dickert sworn in as poor director by Judge Archbald after appointment to fill vacancy on Scranton Poor District board. He will attend today's meeting where Wade Finn and John Fare contest the collector post. Parr expected to win. Dickert, a Poland-born Democrat with business and fraternal ties, speaks German Polish and English.
K M Peck shifts from Carbondale to Scranton to head the saw mill and lumber department under Superintendent Rowe. No replacement named. The supplies department remains in Carbondale with Pierce Butler taking charge of that area as of Tuesday. John Strait stone house becomes central for supplies and staffing will be centralized this week.
New breaker structure is being built to replace the old Leggett Creek building. Abutments are being prepared and lumber is placed on the ground as work proceeds. A steel tower will be erected over the shaft once the new structure is completed.
Assistant Probation Officer Mary A. Maynard reports to Chief Chirrell that Mrs. Milby Mires is believed to be the central figure in a sensational Mollive court case from five years ago. She is sought to account for relatives in Scranton and a possible contact at Franklin Avenue and Center Street. Detective inquiry continues with Hoston authorities.
The Eighth Ward election contest pits Thomas Republican winner against Walsh Democrat and Shiffer Independent. Walsh alleges irregularities in the Second district tally claiming miscount and a Shiffer sticker over Thomas. Attorney David J. Reedy to present evidence. potential overturn could trigger hundreds of voters summons and costs.
The Saturday morning chiuss for children at the Young Women’s Christian Association has been divided and there is no class forews and yciels. The howe clave neots at hallf past nine and toe ately. Miss Mickel will start fase ten hdlew at the Providence Kuneh Friday evening and one for children Saturday afternoon. An exhibition of the work by Miss Michels’ class from the central rooms will be held at the North Sennton Livestiely Saturday afternoon.
Distorted notices from a local group cause attention among manufacturers and dealers in fire department supplies. The executive committee met yesterday afternoon and will relay information to the general committee at tonight’s council chamber gathering.
At a special meeting yesterday the Delaware Lackawanna and Western Railroad company elected Troetciate as president after Hanjuel Sloan resigned to become chairman of the board.
Frank Novak and Frank Goers were struck by engine No. 15 near St May’s cemetery Avora on the Erie and Wyoming tracks. Novak was beheaded, Goers died hours later after severe injuries. An apparent $108.50 found on Novak’s body was turned over to his daughter. An inquest led by Coroner McKee was scheduled for March 7 with jurors listed.
E. W. Finch of New Rochelle endorses Carlsbad Sprudel Salt as the world’s greatest remedy for constipation rheumatic and gouty affections and digestive complaints. Warns against imitations as Eisner and Mendelson Co. of New York act as sole agents.
Funeral services for the late Mrs Albert G Zink Wan were conducted yesterday afternoon from the Capouse Avenue residence with Rev Robert F Pierce of Penn Avenue Baptist Church delivering an eloquent sermon. Interment followed at Forest Cemetery. Out of town attendees included Mr and Mrs Wo Weand and daughter Lille, Mrs Charles Beipp of Philadelphia, Christopher Zink and daughter Lille of Chambersburg, Albert Binkey of Rochester, Harry Paulas and mother of Butlerstown, and Mrs George Reinhart of Taylor.
Isaac Jones of North Scranton has been named nude foreman at Storrs colliery No 8 and has begun his duties. A popular, young man, he has long served the Delaware Lackawanna and Western coal mines and is active in fraternal orders and politics.
Under this heading short letters of interest will be published when accompanied by the writer’s name. The Tribune will not be held responsible for opinions expressed here.
During the Primitive Methodist annual meeting last Wednesday evening the congregation unanimously invited Rev. Charles Prose A. M. to stay another year. He has served four years already and the synod allows a five year tenure if requested. Rev. Mr. Procher has focused on youth work, forming a strong corps of young workers. The church enjoys a fine parsonage and is nearly debt free.
South Scranton representatives from the Smet runde and GU Reppert will travel to New York to present an engrossed set of resolutions praising ex United States Senator Cal Sohurg and offering compliments. Schurz observes the eighty birthday with a ceremony and the gathering will present the resolutions.
A Birr town letter complains of loiterers and beggars wandering the streets. Residents urge authorities to arrest all men found loitering, assign them to city labor, and curb insults toward women and servants. The writer cites nightly disturbances and requests better order in Scranton’s heart of the city.
Local ad repeats steam heating and plumbing services by Pp. FL and M. T. Howley at 2 Wyoming Ave. Also notes Lane's meals at 920 Spruce Street. Reads like a fragmented classified clipping with smoky denotations and stray brand names.
Attorneys filed letters patent for Shield's Bluestone Quarrying Co of Nicholson Wyoming County. Capitalized at 875000. Corporation plans major investment in capital and machinery. Moses Shieris Jr secretary treasurer. Quarries praised for fine stone quality across the middle states.
Wilkes-Barre councilmen W J Relehend and colleagues toured to learn how to upgrade their city into a first class status. They attended hearings and met with city engineer Joseph Phillips who guided the discussions as they prepare for actions in early April.
This morning's mail will carry envelopes citywide for contributions to defray the expenses of the national convention of letter carriers to be held here next September. The postal workers are highly regarded for their service and prompt responses to the envelopes sent out today are urged. Lane's at 20 Spruce street offers finest wines and cigars.
Local page 2 Want Ad column hints at items and services available for readers seeking bargains. Includes brief listings of goods, jobs, and services likely updated regularly for quick reader access.
The undersigned promise to refund money if Greene's Warranted Syrup fails to cure a cough or cold. A cent bottle is offered as proof, with money refunded if ineffective. Named parties include G. Bow & Barire, Pa. and John I Donahue, Scranton.
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