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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1897
Page
5
A long notice details the estate of select Mountiman J A leantling between Linden and Mulberry streets, with wills, guardians, and appointees. It lists a hospital, a Ladies Missionary Society meeting, a special Young Men's public benefit meeting, and a farewell reception. Also mentions a monthly meeting of a church women's group and upcoming membership approvals and appointments.
A garbled report describes a social event at a Bathdey venue with an entertainer, photographers, prizes, and various names misrendered. It mentions identities and a crowd of guests, though details are unclear due to damaged text.
A long list of individuals including Mr and Mrs, Miss, and other titles features throughout a committee roster. The names mentioned cover numerous households and potential attendees or contributors, with no clear narrative beyond membership and associations.
Disjointed OCR notes outline parade plans with a Grand Marshal James McHara and various route landmarks. Mentions include hotel gathering points, marching divisions, and street sections through town with several misspelled place names and organizer hints.
A historic contest from the eighteenth century describes candidates Kelly and C Jones vying for the election. The proceedings note 400 eligible voters, 20 nonresidents, and 10 unsigned ballots. the result is uncertain as the petition seeks to challenge the vote counts.
Fragmentary text describes a major boxing event and theater crowd scenes with mentions of seats, brief action, and a chaotic atmosphere. Named participants and precise details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
The article lists contenders Toby Giordinen and Blew Plunivan from Philadelphia and other clubs as they vie in the POUND Class event. Teams from Loshrupton Chhedtonian Ath leric, WMaktiadetpo, and Adwoleston are also mentioned with entries for the meet.
A fragmented local notice mentions Scranton Business College and training details, contact hints, and multiple shops or firms offering goods and services. Names such as Robinson and Bowley appear, with references to envelopes, docks, and a drink beery noted loosely alongside addresses on Lackawanna and Wyoming avenues.
A fiery sermon by Rev Dr Joseph K Dixon declares the court biased in favor of saloons. He denounces judges for ruling against church influence and sparks a public protest at a prominent religious building.
Reverend G L Maice delivered his farewell sermon at Green Ridge Evangelical Church Trev. GC Maioe plans to conclude duties as pastor with service at Mines Valley next Sunday. Conference week actions and themes centered on faith and perseverance with references to biblical passages and spiritual reflection.
Primary contests in two districts produced a mix of declared delegates and pending tallies. In the Second and Third districts candidates for state delegates include Penman, Hamilton, and Boettcher, with Beemer and Davies leading in delegate support. The convention schedule awaits final delegate counts as parties prepare for the statewide assembly.
The Remington era notes a prolonged layoff at the Jackawanna and Steel plants with operations halted due to industry conditions. No return date set, pending orders and market demand. Local shops advertise beer and clothing while workers await word on reopening.
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