Counterfeit Alert Hits Garney Brown & Co Mir’s Outlet
Warning issued about fake merchandise linked to Garney Brown Co and Mir’s outlet. Authorities urge customers to verify authenticity and avoid counterfeit Hitler themed items.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1894
Page
3
Warning issued about fake merchandise linked to Garney Brown Co and Mir’s outlet. Authorities urge customers to verify authenticity and avoid counterfeit Hitler themed items.
A stream of locals and visitors were recorded in Scranton yesterday including Personal Miller of Binghamton at the Weatmineter and J D Weeton of Honesdale in the city. Others such as John Hickey of Binghamton Estelle Edmiston of Lock Haven and Frank Ames of Binghamton were noted calling or visiting friends and business. Samuel Palmer of Stroudsburg visiting with Frank Hiller to discuss bridge construction for the Horseheads company accompanied by Monroe county official.
The obituary of Mrs. Margaret Lovarn follows a large North End funeral at St Marys church with interment in Hyde Park Catholic cemetery. Other items note Samuel Lewis joining Commonwealth Insurance, John Banford arraigned for assault, and various neighborhood incidents, arrests, and local returns.
The Pequot Tribe No 847 of the Improved Order of Red Men held a gala night at Old Fiilowa bell marking their first anniversary with a grand entertainment and supper. Tribe 387 formed a year ago and now has about ninety active members. Local church ladies plan a Baptist supper on March 2 as visitors from Carbondale stay with Mrs Knapp.
Special Officer Phillips wrote to Mayor Connell describing a Saturday morning at 8 o clock on the corner of Clay and Vine where two shots were fired. He found Bradbury’s son, who said chickens had been stolen on several nights and fired at noises, mistaking two large keys for a thief, then fled.
A roundup of local events in Hyde Park highlights social gatherings, club notices, and timely community updates. The column notes upcoming meetings, leisure activities, and small-town happenings shaping the day for residents.
The article reports an entertainment hosted by the Chi Upsilon society at Washburn Street Presbyterian Church with performances by the Haydn string quartet Morae mandolin and guitar club and local vocalists. It also covers the funerals of Mary Campbell and Margaret Harney, names pallbearers, and notes interment at Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery. Additional items include a Sunday school supper hosted by Miss Jennie Lewis and social activities at local churches and clubs.
The Excelsior Athletic Club in Scranton abandons hosting the Atlantic Association tournament citing lack of entries and interest. President McNally and Colline plan to seek rescheduling with Philadelphia and Trenton, while boxers cover their own travel. Ancillary events include mask ball and a Twilight Social ball.
Amusement notes praise Frank Mayo in Davy Crockett noting his unique talent and stage presence. Scranton audience will see A Truant Monkey with Ragzla-Dazzie song at the Academy. Mr and Mrs Kendal arrive for Thursday performance of The Transporter with high social anticipation.
A compact roundup of events and local items on the south side. Brief notices include community meetings, social happenings, and civic updates likely to engage Tribune readers.
The article notes possible hampering of councilmen Connall and Battle over planned principal street improvements. It recounts local sentiment, past street work disputes, and the ongoing push by residents led by Cod. Roland Mt Donatos, John Gibbons, and Thomas J. Moora, while detailing related civic happenings and personal notices.
An advertisement compares the two editions of the Encyclopedia Britannica, noting the Edinburgh edition reprint offers American articles and supplemental matter, updated maps, and added history, biography, and science content. Endorsers, including attorneys and pastors, affirm reliability and value, urging household adoption.
Lehigh Valley Railroad Company announces changes to trains 7 2 20 and 24 between Wilkes Barre Easton New York and Jersey City with revised times and routes. Fares are listed with nominal rates: New York to Castaique 25 cents New York to Maud GChank 40 cents New York to Wilkes Barre 75 cents.
A reader letter discusses the Sunday closing movement by Scranton’s Pastor’s Union, arguing it aims to protect worship day rest without harming workers’ jobs. The writer urges church groups to mobilize in support of rest on Sundays and fair labor practices, noting concern for souls. Also notes A GHALD BALL by Division No. 7, A. O Hi, at Music Hall and a Mammoth excursion to the St Patrick Day parade in Wilkes Barree via D H road.
Thomas Fitzpatrick of Bellevue seeks a pardons board review for a ten year sentence for highway robbery. He and James Sheridan, convicted in this county for robbing Patrick Winn on December 24 1857, were sentenced May 8 1858. Sheridan was pardoned in January.
An upcoming Scranton edition plans a carefully compiled and illustrated record of leading whalware, manufacturing, and professional interests. It will be bound as a book with engravings of public buildings and streets, plus portraits, aiming to attract visitors and promote local commerce. Those seeking residential views are asked to leave notices at the office.
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