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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1895
Page
2
Our columns feature another story from the renowned writer whose work is famed for its intricate plotting and clever twists. Readers are promised a gripping narrative that lives up to the author’s celebrated reputation.
The Tribune previews a tale in which a young wife, taught by her invalid husband to seek freedom, explores whether liberty or a husband’s guidance best suits her. The feature, beginning Monday March 18, follows her journey to discern real love from other feelings and the price of independence.
Special to the Scranton Tribune from Pittston March 1 reports liquor dealers outraged by a Wilkes-Barre court decision with some considering appeal to the supreme court led by John Eichholzer of Upper Pittston. Other items note bank building nearing completion and minor local incidents including a child burned but recovering.
Sclatic Rheumatism plagued L Wagner a two month spell but he reports Mystic Cure for Rheumatism cured him after doctors prescriptions failed. He cites others reporting fine results and notes the drug listed by Carl Lorenz at 48 Lackawanna Avenue Scranton.
Residents and visitors named include I. Lamb of Binghamton and Mrs E H Richardson with M B Currier. Drs Wingate Ingraham and F D Lamb are mentioned along with George O’Brien and Mrs Theodore Parker. A pay car for DL&W workers arrives Saturday. entertainment by Railroad Y M C A is planned tomorrow evening.
In Reading Pennsylvania on March 13 Mrs Emma Levan reported a robbery at her Chestnut street home. Her nephew William High visiting from Philadelphia was later charged with theft after confessing and leading officers to the stolen watch ring earrings and cash. The items were recovered and Mrs Levan chose not to prosecute.
In Chester on March 1 Liggle Hutchinson rejected a California suitor identified as William Harrison Ainsworth who claimed youth but appeared bald headed and stoop shouldered. The man registered at a hotel, visited Hutchinson, but she refused to marry him and return to California. She dismissed the match saying she does not want a bald headed, stoop shouldered husband.
In Williamsport Pennsylvania on March 13 Silas Wertman, driven by apparent insanity, made several failed attempts at suicide. His wife and daughter chased him, thwarting a plan to poison himself with strychnine and a later knife attack until Constable Narber arrested him. The article also notes Lehigh Valley coal tariff changes and a testimonial about Blood Bitters from Mrs. Annie Zoupen.
Rival factions of St. Paul's Catholic church clashed in Omaha Nebraska during mass. Pistols and knives were used wounding three. Invaders led by former congregants attempted to seize the church. Father Karminski fired in self defense. Police ended the melee and several arrestees were jailed. Mothers Winslow Syrup advertised for teething children.
The Silver Brook colliery runs full time amid winter car shortages as plans for two large velna developments and a 40 yard tunnel at Oneida advance. Lehigh Valley and Jersey Central Railroads publish new coal tariffs to Philadelphia and Reading routes, with regional expansion and lease talks detailing revival of several mines and line services.
New York March 1 stock market opened strong, then faltered on rumors of a New York Central dividend cut. Trading ranged with 4 to 1 percent gains by close for many issues, total volume 149,802 shares. Dividend speculation dictated activity while the outlook remained uncertain.
York New Produce Market reports a moderately active flour trade and dull to lower wheat with options, mixed wheat futures for 2 red store and elevator, and soft prices in corn and oats. Butter and cheese show stable to firmer tones, while beef and pork markets indicate steady to firmer demand. Buffalo and Philadelphia markets reflect mixed cattle, sheep, and hog receipts with generally firm or slightly higher quotes.
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