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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1897
Page
6
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Pat Murphy of Scranton defeated Dan McDermott of Brooklyn by decision after ten lively rounds. Murphy used relentless pressure and solid lefts while McDermott relied on counters and a distinctive, evasive style to test the local fighter’s strength. Referee Jim Judge ruled Murphy the winner for doing the most fighting as a dollar-a-head crowd watched closely.
In McDermotts corner Tort Hobinson and BG Manley of Brook Isl and Driewen of the city joined Jim Twists and Bob Coleman. Preliminary play saw Collinge and Campbell in acrobatic display. A Wreerling bout had Slr Conora of Oly Pant and Sam Hodgetts of Jessup with Conora winning two of three rounds. An even three round boxing bout followed between John Dunleavy and Michael Campbell.
A postponed hearing on the Clarke Kelly possession dispute over the West Side laundry concluded yesterday with possible continued operation without further trouble. Clarke loaned John J. Kelly $400 three years ago to help title the business, leading to the current conflict. The laundry is valued at 24,000 and the parties expect an amicable settlement.
A city committee debated whether the fire alarm system contract overpaid for equipment. Officials noted Palmer Gardiner boxes at 10 dollars and a higher priced Palmer Gardiner type at 100 dollars, with lease vs purchase terms under review. The panel adjourned without ruling and referred the matter to the city solicitor for opinion.
Ingomar featured Kennedys players with a noble In vom by BE.PF. Sullivan and fine Parthenia by Emily Lascelles. Minor roles were well interpreted. The afternoon performance showed The Two Thieves with The Two Orphans on the program for this afternoon and The Detective's Outh tonight.
At dawn on March 12 Ruy Cy and Mien report the Surinaw Hay broke loose, sending a loss of fee or ten faheriven toward Fish Polot as wind drives it toward shore. The thick fee poses danger of men being lost if they cannot reach safety.
A meeting of the grand Jews is set for Monday in the court house new quarters. The docket includes 14 cases though none appears highly significant, with Keeley Burke mayhem case drawing the most interest. Also note E Robinsons Sons beer and a cold remedy advertisement offering 26 cent laxative Bromo Quinine tablets with money back guarantee.
Ficeema Tetter Barber's Itech and similar remedies promise relief for skin eruptions in a day. The copy touts extensive cures and growing popularity for all ages, priced at 35 cents. Sold by Matthews Los with a note to ask for E Hobbson's Sons' Bock Beer on tap today.
Police report a young man injured in a reported altercation at Rockefeller's club. Investigating officers questioned witnesses and collected evidence to identify suspects and determine motive.
A Board of Trade inquiry reports that Linden Street bridge carries a substantial share of city foot and vehicle traffic. Test data show Linden Street handling about 27 percent of pedestrians and roughly 38 percent of traffic compared with the Lackawanna Avenue bridge.
Keller Meore Brooke and other West Side concerns tell drivers to use Linden Street Bridge for deliveries north of Spruce Street due to detainee security concerns.
Caroline Miskel Hoyt stars in A Contented Woman at the Academy of Music on March 15. The program also includes Hob Roy and Elfed Bells with the Boneless Brothers Byrne, blending Scottish melodies and spectacular pantomime.
Judge Dunster ruled in the equity suit between Scranton Oil and Water and Northern Coal and Iron that the Delaware and Hudson company may lay a second parallel track along the main line between Scranton and Wilkes-Barre. The Oil and Water company argued the land supports a growing gas plant and would suffer injury if diverted. The decision ends years of contention over the strip near Wridge Street and the gas plant plot.
Joseph Ober seeks $10,000 damages against the city claiming negligence left a hazard near Swetland Street and Linden Street Bridge causing a serious fall. He alleges $1,000 in medical expenses and is listed as mayor Bailey’s father in law’s relation.
Rep Chamberlain’s bill to suppress cigarettes is favorably reported by the committee on public health in Travisiig Michigan and will be set for general order in a day or two. The measure would ban manufacturing in the state and impose penalties for sale under any circumstances. The senate debated mortgage tax repeal but approved it by a close vote. The mortgage tax law has long failed to protect mortgagors who must pay taxes under contract or other arrangements.
Official circles say the sultan's government is negotiating with the United States for two or three ironclads. White has already been completed in the United States and about $200,000 has been spent. Washington notes doubt the report of American troopships seeking, as the government owns all vessels. Beecham's Pills advertised.
In a rapid reorganization the store frees two extra feet of floor space for the growing piano department. Along with this, music rolls from 5c to 79c feature in the center aisle. The factory on Framing is described as well lit with new machinery and over 60,000 feet of new moulding in stock.
Delicate glazed art ware items reproducing famous paintings from public and private galleries arrive in the market. Descriptions emphasize refined shading under glaze and faithful likenesses, appealing to collectors and decorative buyers alike.
A new batch of merchandise arrives at reduced prices highlighting enhanced style and higher quality. Consumers are urged to compare value as styles and materials show notable upgrades across items.
We display fine assortments of the newest weaves and colors. Our department offers stylish durable dresses with leading style quality and prices, inviting customers to explore the selection.
The shop proclaims a vast import of German dress fabrics with a wide selection of beautiful weaves offered at popular prices. The note highlights an unprecedented variety and value in black dress goods for shoppers.
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