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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 07, 1899

Page

7

Warner’s Safe Cure touted as remedy for Bright’s disease

The article extols Warner’s Safe Cure as a cure for Bright’s disease and kidney trouble. It cites Dr Richard Bright and a Medford, Massachusetts man who claims kidney relief and weight gain after using the medicine. The piece urges prompt use for back pain, headaches, cold skin, and digestion issues as warnings of kidney degeneration.

Richard Bright Bogushowin Wright Bright Warner Bate C. Tf, Tincotn Medford Mass Howe Lincoln Saye Warher Warnere Earth Mr. Lincoln Audi

Carbondale Meeting Passes Ordinances and Appointments

At a recent Carbondale meeting two readings passed reducing the city engineer salary from 1200 to 700 per year. A Laurel Street petition seeks uniform forty five foot width. Extensions and improvements were referenced to committees. Post office fixtures were discussed with Nealon supplies. a solicitation requisition was granted. Various transfers and park report were filed. The council amended plans for Pike Street to a forty foot street to the city line. Fire and police service provisions tied to a Telephon e franchise with bond requirements. A lecture by Prof Hawker is announced at Salem avenue. Several local business trips and visits noted among residents and guests.

Caun Meyers, Nealon, Mannion, Battle and Thompson Swigert Eaton Laurel Street Salem Weenue Weet Park Common Cowner Mansion Pike Street South Malin Street Terrace Street Sixth Seventh Avenues First Sewer District Commonira Select Council Carbondale Telephone Company Mitchell Columbia

Barton and Wright Headed to Klondike via San Francisco

W L Barton and Edward Wright departed for the Klondike region last evening traveling by way of San Francisco. Barton, an engineer and prospector, has vast experience in artesian wells for the Crystal Lake Water Co and has mined coal on the Wyatt Scurry tract for two years. If ingenuity counts, Barton may soon own prized gold nuggets.

W. L Barton Edward Wright Klondike San Francisco Mr. Barton Brownell Swamp Crystal Lake Water Company Wyatt- Scurry Tract Barton

Plans for New School Building Addition

The school board discussed architect Brown of Feranten presenting plans for a central school addition. The design proposes a four story structure with a four story height and the first floor aligned with the street, providing a 40 59 foot extension in front of the building.

Brown Feranten Drewiies

Local residents seen returning from trips and visits

Mire J D Fox returns from Dunmore after visiting Mr and Mrs A D Blackinton J D Relsstuth comes back from Middletown Miss Mabel Carr departs this week for Port Jervis friends Miss Susan Jincdwin visits Scranton Charles Perkins returns from New York Mrs Edward Hall convalescent EN Dickenson gains work at the Delaware and Hudson locomotive shops Miss Neil and Elia Sturm return from Susquehanna Willis Jones severely ill Miss Elin Tallman and May Bingham back from Olyphant chair Nive Leaf fledwe planning a lecture on the topic

Jermyn and Mayfield Borough Council Seated and Organized

The horoveh council adjourned a joint meeting after exoneration list review and organized new officers. Patrick Burdish won chair with Theron Moon. John K. Jones became borough secretary. James P. L. Sampson and Patrick Cain elected borough treasurer. Jesse G. Avery chosen supervisor. Six Republicans and three Democrats, only chair handled by a Democrat. Next meeting set for April 3. Local residents Gr Carlisle Jones and others noted, Easter concert planned by Hogarth's band.

Horoveh Council Jay Corneil Messrs W. 3 Badger Will Dunn Elihne J. Nicholson Messis. Walters Bloomer Bunt Patrick Burdish Theron Moon FL RO Gill John K. Jones James PL Sampson Patrick Cain Samp Bon Jesse G. Avery Henry Sobey Martin McAndrew Walters Gr. Carlisle Jones Scranton John R. Jones Park William Williams Weat Manyfield W. J. Davis Olyphant Suniday Delaware and Hudson Herbert Yost Frank Taker Cemetery Street Rendham Hogarth William Dunn North Main Street Peckville

Hood's Sarsaparillin Praised By Local Resident

Brodheadaville resident Harry Smith reports long use of Hood's Sarsaparilin and declares it the best medicine he ever took. He calls it number one for biliousness and a blood purifier. says it cannot be beaten.

Brodheadaville, Pa Harry ©. Smith Hood

Brong Funeral Attendance and Local Land Deals Stir Interest

Mgr and Mrs Charles Brong attended the funeral of F Sigin in Cresco. Mr Robert Lintern visited his parents in Pittiston. Poerkville chickens were stolen from FE Wagner's henery, nine birds killed for marketing. Morton Harlet traveled to Winchester Virginia with a corporation, involving W S Blows and a land deal near Gainsboro priced at 206 970.1 per acre. The venture has locals excited as land sales continue.

Mgr Charles Brong Cresco F. Sigin Robert Morton Harlee Winchester Harlot Hasloe Gainsboro

Untitled Coal Vein Discoveries Reported by Officials

The article notes good veins of soft coal found in several spots with promising paying quantity and large deposits said to be located. graphite and other minerals are also mentioned as to be hidden or secured.

Taylor Town Weather Woes And Local Events Of Spring

The Taylor area sees streets choked by thaw mud and blocked drains as the street commissioner works to clear crosswalks. Attending events include Pride of Lickawanna lodge No. 18 and a May Decoration Day prep for borough schools. Preachers, hotel moves, and social notices are noted alongside local visits and church programs, with Chamberlains Cough Remedy praised by contractor Go. B. Secord.

Pride of Lickawanna Lodes Apeuin- Thon Unis Yeriing Casper Staillle Taylor Hore Vwompany Stahli James Hughes South Atelen Tirdle Park Calvary Baptist Church Hughes Henry Neighy Ned Street Henry Welrenruth Migens Ohwen Howelle Mattie Harry Pitteten Harry Powell Pittston Daniele Differnt Wats Chayles Sampeon Wilkea- Barre John Heator N.Y Mikes Florence Philadelphia Maggie and Ligsie Emieriine Uniontreet Mise Winnie Moran North Taylor Mr. Gibbons West Scranton W. T. Harris Grove Street Nanticoke Harry Kelster Tearch William Thomas Weat Minooka Semuel Plane Main Street Davis Building Evan J. Davis Ewies Hotel Sarah Hughes Atives Suryven Archbald Pye

Community Fair Opens at Lloyd's Hall In Lackawanna Street

The Susquehanna Street Baptist church fair opens this evening at Lloyd's hall with decorated booths flags and bunting. Donations include a bedroom salt a valuable parlor salt and reelers. Supper features roast and ice cream with admission five cents. Program includes W H Davis Mrs Lizzie Hughes-Brundoage Clara Stephens and Lewis Means. Also notes funeral of James P Foley held yesterday.

Susquehanna Street Baptist Church Lloyd’s Hall Lackawanna Street W. H. Davis Mra Lirezie Hughes-Brundoage Clara Stephens Lewis Means J Mattheos Haw Ulm Street James P. Foley

Pyramid Pile Cure Promises Pain Free Relief

Ad extols Pyramid Pile Cure as a painless, rapid remedy for all forms of piles. Claims no surgical pain, immediate relief, and a complete cure without harming nerves or requiring invasive procedures. Endorsed by Pyramid Drug Co of Marshall, Michigan, sold by druggists at 60 cents per package.

Pyramid Drug Co Marshall, Mich AJAX Caer Aexx Remedy Co

Funeral Rites Honor Deceased Amid Large Attendance

A large crowd gathered as pallbearers and clergy led funeral services at St Patrick's Church and cemetery for the deceased. Rev Murphy delivered a solemn sermon while officials and city leaders witnessed the interment. The Eureka Knights of Malta hosted a social after, and a Presbyterian church entertainment was announced for the coming evening.

J . Reilly M. Eb.ottus Scranton J. M. Smioulter Bt. Patrick’s Cemetery Mesers J. J. Fadden W. H. Adal T. L. Willhinne O'Brien Hubert Treet Prevester MW Cummings Jesse Morris Sunjiehoon Street Kate Kennedy Gourst Frank McNulty Archhard Aceniversary Eureka Commande Knights of Malta Eave Presbyterian Church Quintette Messrs LM and Evans Jessie Pettherow Mrs. Richards Samuel Hill Annie Burnett

Local Notes and Social Gleanings From Glenburn and Nearby

Glenburn and surrounding towns feature visits to New York State and Liberty guests. Marriages include M J Hall of Glenburn to Aliee Santee of Wilkes Barre on Feb 15. Napoleon Nothpacker to return to Glenburn hotel April 1. Frank Tenorant to move to Clark's Summit hotel. A Saturday party hosted by Robert Hall drew Anna Donn Elizabeth Dickson Besalo Sumner Christine Parker Ida Moore Kate Wolfe Lotte Hallock Charles Hall Robert Parker Carroll Dean Harry Ruggles Donald Walte Miley Stone Robert Macher Arthur Miller Joe Walte.

Ruth Leighton New York State Walter Griffin Mere Frank Northup Olyphant M. J. Hall Glenburn Aliee Santee Wilkes-Barre Nellie Grant Liberty Napoleon Nothpacker Glenburn Hotel Frank Tenorant

Winslow's Soothing Syrup Used Worldwide for Teething Pain

A historical advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a universal remedy for teething pain and diarrhoea, claimed to soothe the child and stop griping. The text extols its use by millions and urges readers to ask for it by name.

Winstow

Hillside Coal and Iron Works Erects Culm Washery at Clifford

In Forest City the Hillside Coal and Iron company is building a culm washery as part of the Clifford breaker project. A Sunday to Monday collision occurred on the Jefferson division near Clifford, derailing engines and cars, with fire sweeping a locomotive and car equipment. Firefighters from Hillside and Enterprise extinguished new blazes, including a Maple Street house owned by a Polish resident. The property was destroyed and secured.

Hillside Coal and Iron Company Clifford William Woodmanwee Carbondale Henry Weed Delaware Street Joseph Jennings Scranton William Jennings J. Woodmansee Lake Como M. W. Woodmansee Jefferson Division Ames Dix Bod Hillside Fire Company Enterprise Meeed Conpany Polander Maple Street

Local visitors and events at Factory Ville

Residents welcome guests from Elmhurst Williamsport and Town. A lecture by Prof Ketchler is planned at the academy with admission ten cents. An at home at the house next Thursday 4 to 7. F L Foster to Ridgeway Pa for Smith Brothers job. Last quarterly meeting at Methodist church with Rev Floyd preaching. Epworth League box social March 10 at Te F T Wheaton residence with boxes for two lunch and program by local clubs.

Jesse Bedell Hedells Thunker Hill C. C. Clay Lottie Elmhurst Bunday Ketchler Williamsport Academy Whousemy F. L. Foster Ridgeway Smith Brothers Foster Methodist Church Floyd Epworth League M. Ch Miss Williams J. W. Eilenberger

Reward Offered For Uncurable Catarrh Cure

A one hundred dollar reward is offered for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The undersigned declare J I Cheney is honest and capable in business. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and affects blood and mucous surfaces. Sold by all Druggists. Testimonial Hall's Family Pills are best.

Hall Cheney & CO Toledo I J. Cheney West & Truax Wholesale Drugelsts Watling, Kinnan & Maren Olite

The Biggest Day of Business at the Great Store

Yesterday the Great Store saw unprecedented crowds and record sales as stocks vanished quickly. Clerks rushed to make change and keep delays down while shoppers flocked to grab today’s remaining bargains.

Great Values in Domestics at the Yard

A yardwide sale offers silver gray calicoes and mourning calicoes, fine percales, outing flannels, heavy blankets, Heber tickings, unbleached muslin and sheeting, wide skirtings, gray silicates, glass toweling, blue bed spreads, and towels. Prices per yard or pair are listed with emphasis on value and stock on main floor.

Chicago

Wall Paper Roll and Ingrain or Felt Paper Listing

Classified notice listing wall paper with floral scrolls and borders in terra cotta green and brown. Includes double roll value 20 cents, 30 inch width, various colors and ceiling border matches. Code ASS THIRD FLOOR indicates location. 5 cents

Extraordinary Carpet Bargains in Scranton Store

Spring arrivals parade in Scranton offer the finest carpet showing yet with exclusive designs in rich colors. Includes velvets, Axminsters, ingrain and wool blends, priced around 60 cents per yard.

Scranton

Clothes Pins Best Wood For Tea Pots and Pots

Brief item noting affordable wooden clothes pins and two quart agate tea or coffee pots. Read as a small classified notice advertising handy kitchenware and implements for home use.

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Hale Pate Odd Pellowshell Salem Avenue Thireday J. B. Hawker Fal Terforce New York City W. Ho Olver Frank Kilpatrick Max White Rowton James Herbert Jersey City I R R. Moon Pow, Abbott Spring Street Trinity Horsford Jermyn and Mayfield Taylor News Goo Secord Towanda N. Y Matthews Bros Erie Medical Co Buffalo W.Y Olyphant Council Tribune Dolphin O'Halloran Burgess McNulty William Poley F. L. van Sickle A. F. Gilleshie FE. F. Lawler Marks F. Is. van Sickle Lewis Neston Michael O'Malley Wanimoitaly MM. J. Jaivin Thomas Hoskins Frank M. Lynch Frank M. Willlame Board of Health Mrs. Winslow Forest City Wes C. West Muni Etore Willam G. Clark T Rodinson Sons Pilsner Khun SL Sou Jonas Long's Ioc Sanfords Axminsters Lowell and Hartford Bollers Jonas Long Scranton Dairy CC Mount Pleasant Coal Scranton, Po Mateos Laflin & Rand Fieotrie Satterloa Mlevtrle UC Enlodare Fredindtet Tion Brade Lothy Lanepmapini Tee Platzes Buckabest Hirdseye Commonwealth Building Mount Pleasant Coal CO Mogey Seranton Old McGarrah & Thomas Drugyista Br. C. Sandergon Droggisata
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