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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1900
Page
8
Norton’s Bulletin states Fine Wall Papers has finished its annual stock count and offers remnants at half price to clear limited quantities before spring trade begins. These small quantities cover one or two rooms each, with many patterns and colors available while supplies last.
Theodore Stein of Madison Avenue is convalescent after a serious illness described as a dinosa in the blotched clipping. He is reported resting at home with slow recovery ahead.
Voare moves from silk and dry goods at Fashion to a similar post at Goldemin's Basoar. T. F. Wells and KR. A. Kerman, district deputy grand master and district deputy high priest, attend the Masonite organizations’ quarterly sessions in Philadelphia.
A record breaking sale at Jonas Long's Sons in Scranton draws a massive Northeastern Pennsylvania crowd. Shoppers flood the five floor store from opening, with hundreds of extra clerks and wagons aiding rapid deliveries as bundles abound and prices are stated as lowest on record.
Wolf Seidman, brother of Detective Ike Seidman, was injured with a heavy head cut at a Lackawanna hospital after a billiard cue was swung at him during a dispute with a drunk Pole in a Penn avenue saloon. The assailant was taken to Central police station for a morning hearing.
Peter Holcher was arrested on a libel warrant sworn by Alderman Myron Kasson at the insistence of J F Hammess of Wyoming Avenue. Bail was set at 300 dollars with Nicholas Carlucci as bondsman after Holcher waived a hearing. The case stems from a Times letter by Melcher relating to the Journeyman Stonecutters union and a reply to Peter A Walsh.
The funeral for John Gallagher who died Monday at Lackawanna hospital was held yesterday from Mrs. Mary Best’s home on Main Street. Mass was offered at St. Joseph’s Catholic church by Rev. W. A. Goran, with interment in Minooka Catholic cemetery. Pallbearers and flower bearers came from Daniel O’Connell council and Young Men’s Institute, including Join Duffy Joseph McDonough and others.
Borough council adjourned without a quorum, leaving the deadlock unresolved. Six VanSickle men stayed away, and the law requires ten successive meetings to attempt reorganization, with potential court appointment if not met.
Three men Michael Flynn Thomas Burke and Thomas Tighe were badly hurt in an explosion at the Met Pleasant mines just after noon yesterday. Flynn lost an eye and a hand, Burke and Tighe suffered facial injuries, all were near 520 North Bromley avenue for initial care, with Flynn later taken to Lackawanna hospital.
City councils plan to approve third reading of the ordinance awarding the electric lighting contract to Scranton Electric Light and Heat Company at tonight's adjourned session. Common council also meets, with opposition brewing and a potential referral to Nacht and Water. Some fear a lengthy committee review and a political payback for delaying the telephone ordinance.
John Brodish of Sprice street was arraigned before Alderman Myron Kassen on charges of assault and battery filed by his sister-in-law Emma Brodish. Emma alleges repeated abuse in front of her husband, who does not intervene. A further hearing was set with Brodish held at Central police station for the night and continued next morning.
Undertaker Regan of this city received a telegram from Washington proving the young man who died in Cuba was James Calvin of Railroad Avenue. Calpin’s relatives sent a claim for relief to Washington, which will be forwarded here for later settlement.
An undersigned guarantee offers a refund on a Seent bottle of Greene’s Warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure cough or cold. A Seent bottle to prove safety is promised or money refunded.
The notice advertises Coffee at 15c per lb and fine Formosa Qo long Tea at 25c per lb, sold separately or together with a limit of 1 lb per person. It guarantees the coffee will match any 36c coffee and the tea will match the regular 75c Tea Store price.
The Women's Christian Temperance Union of this county holds its mid year convention tomorrow at the Dunmore Methodist Episcopal church. E. D. Nichols of Wilkes-Barre will lecture on The Gospel, Law and Prohibition. County officers include President Maria W. Vaughn Moscow. Vice-President J. B. Sickler Peckville. Corresponding Secretary J. M. Howell Scranton. Recording Secretary Ella DePue Scranton. Treasurer M. P. Rhodes Elmhurst.
Chief Robling and Detective Moir arrived this morning with Morel and Robert, the two men arrested in Montreal for shooting two Dunmore policemen. A telegram from Utica said they would reach via the Delaware Lackawanna and Western at 2 50 this morning with the prisoners.
Friday and Saturday program of the Simpson union of the Epworth League at the Methodist church in Clark's Summit features devotions, lectures, and discussions on early Methodism, temperance, and pioneer work. Officers include W. A. Sanford and Thomas Kresge with Miss Georgia Hunt as secretary.
Ceylon planters pursue green tea for American consumers after success with black teas. Experts find the tea clean and free from coloring and adulteration, with strength surpassing Japan teas. Demand outstrips supply as small lots sell quickly. grocers worry about appearance affecting sales, but a cup proves the tea’s quality.
The city board of health failed to meet with three of five members absent. Dr. Allen reported on disease prevention efforts, noting 160 rooms disinfected and 512 houses placarded. State comparisons show lower mortality from diphtheria and scarlet fever than elsewhere, with 166 total city deaths and 309 contagious-disease cases. Milk inspections and tests were detailed, and the milk ordinance will be reconsidered at the next meeting.
The Scranton Bicycle club second team beat the Elks by 218 pins on their alleys. Moore led with 11 as top scorer and a 152 3 average while Mitchell was absent for the Elks. Tomorrow the Bicycle Club meets the Elks again on the Elks lanes with possible new players.
The Lackawanna Iron and Steel Company held its annual stockholders meeting yesterday at the city offices. The former board of directors was re elected and the annual reports were read. General Manager Henry Wehrum said nothing further of public interest occurred.
The directive was deferred to a future date. Directors listed include Samuel Sloan William B. Dodge D C Mair Mason Taylor Pyne Walter Scranton Stephen S Palmer Austin B Blair Henry Wehrum and Arthur Scranton. A large majority of stock supported the motion.
General Otis reports a victory near Libmann South Luzon by a battalion of the Forticeth regiment under Colonel K A Goodwin. Goodwin, formerly a lieutenant in the United States cavalry, earned promotion to colonel for service in the Philippines. Also notes on tailoring services by Mile Conant at 519 Spruce and a wine and cigar shop at Lang at 20 Spruce Street.
Emil Paul, conductor of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra and Gran Opera Company, and recently with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, writes about his experiences and perspectives on conducting.
Local retailer promotes Mason Hamlin pianos highlighting the Baby Grand as an artistic instrument for discerning buyers. The advertisement appeals to music lovers seeking quality craftsmanship and expressive tone in a historic brand.
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