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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1901

Page

5

Weather data fragment for March location

Fragmentary report shows high and low temperatures for March with an unknown location. It notes an hour ending in the evening and a measurable precipitation of 0.83 inch.

Local Notables Travel and Births Mentioned in City Notes

A garbled city update lists a birth for Mr and Mrs Frank Schwoeder of Los Toloyd and mentions various residents including W. O. Frisbie now in New York, Jere Ch wholesaler on Lavina Ave, and May Margaret Goievil of New York. It notes plans of Voomner Hherit and Ming C.K Bren for a Paris voyage in April, plus tribune staff movements and a Penn Avenue Baptist pastor traveling to Baltimore to lecture.

A .Ol Frank Schwoeder Los Toloyd Eid Techinery Elvin W. OW. Frisbie Fiemer Scrantonian Fealdeet New York Dley Gehemmetiu Pella Pettertay York North Sith Voomner Hherit Ming C.K Bren Paris Wai Thes County Sey Pothumus Associated Thos J. Wy Mow Tribune Ble Lome Philadelshle Frank Damon Hao Beranton Hight Wille Cjaphin Pierce

Allen's Foot-Ease Powder Ad Weighs In Comfort

A fragmented 19th or early 20th century advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder to relieve tired damp feet and foot pain. It promises quicker relief, cures foot ailments, and offers the product in a plainly labeled bottle sold by druggists and stores. The ad mentions a 9 cellenial package and a mailing address in Le Muy, S. Y.

Awellen Allen

Appointment of Everett Warren to Pennsylvania League leadership

Major Everett Warren is named by J Hampton Moore of Philadelphia to the executive committee of the Pennsylvania State League of Republican Clubs to arrange a reception and dinner for United States Senator Matthew Stanley Quay.

Major Everett Warren J. Hampton Moore Philadelphia Pennsylvania Chiba United States Matthew Stanley Quay

Additional Recorder’s Clerk Likely Needed in City

The estimates committee may add a clerk to the recorder’s office after the city act requires warrants to be drawn and paid locally. The recorder says one clerk cannot handle warrant drawing and entering receipts, even with duties as private secretary. Mayor Wyman of Allegheny reportedly has at least four clerks in his office.

Recorder Wyman Allegheny

Oppose Vaughan Bill Protest in Scranton Clergy Meeting

A morning meeting at Guernsey hall in Scranton gathered about twenty pastors and church delegates to protest the Vaughan bill raising lower license fees for three years. The group adopted resolutions urging the legislature to oppose the law, and planned to present their case to Harrisburg with a hearing request to House committee.

Guernsey Hall Harrisburg Wwwelowk House of Representatives Beranton George CG. Mahy James McLee D. DD First Presbyterian Church Scranton Senate Afarehall Hee Slater Vaughan Vaughan Wil Jamie Mcleod Charles B. Robinson W. H. Jesson James McLeod D. D W. J. Hand House Committee Charlies M. Giffin Elm Park Church First Presbyterian John P. Moffat Washburn Street Presbyterian J. Messinger United Evangelical Charles Robinson Second Presbyterian William Simpson Asbury Methodist Episcopal George F. Guild Providence Presbyterian Rey F. P. Doty Cedar Avenue Methodist Episcopal G. ¢. Lyman Court Street Methodist Episcopal William A. Nordt German Methodist Episcopal John A. Schmidt German Evangelical George A. Cure Providence Methodist Episcopal James Benninger Hampton Street Methodist Episcopal J. Lawrence Stelle Penn Avenue Baptist Jev. J. M. Clymer Christian Luther Hers Waring Grace Lutheran William F. Gibbons Dunmore Presbyterian William J. Hand F. Ix Tracy Reynolds

William Robinson Fined for Drunken Disorderly Conduct

William Robinson was arrested by Patrolmen Walsh and Day for drunkenness and assault on his wife. He received a $7.50 fine from Recorder Maly. The report also links him to a six months old stabbing incident at the New American House on West Lackawanna Avenue, including prior confinement at Lackawanna hospital.

Willan Robinson Walsh Maly Robinson West Lauckawanna Avenue Lackawanna Hospital

Piano for sale at a great bargain in Scranton

A fine upright piano of high grade and nearly new condition is offered for cash at a very great bargain. Guernsey Hall located at 214 Washington Ave in Scranton Pennsylvania. Prop J W Guerteey.

Guernsey Hall Washington Ave Scranton J. W. Guerteey

Advertisement Offer Promises $2 Prize for Beat Drawing

The notice advertises a $2 prize for the beat drawing, with further details promised on another page of the newspaper. Metra & Hagen appears as the page or section name referenced.

Metra & Hagen

Devane Store Sees Yarns Notions at Wyoming Avenue

Before renewal the shop offers yarns and notions including Mrs J S Rivelly Reed corsets at 211 Wyoming Avenue.

Reneval

Treats at Linden Street Hair Parlor and Washington Ave Rentals

A fragment notes Misa Jewell at hair dressing parlors 1118 Linden street treating the scalp as a specialty. It mentions Store No 128 Washington avenue advertised at low rent to a desirable tenant Charles Schlager and a Karate UEx change 126 and 128 Washington, with a Kelly's union crackers inquiry.

Misa Jewell Linden Street Washington Avenue Charles Schlager Real Karate Uexchange Washington Are

Clever Trick Delays Seats in Scranton Council Battle

A special committee was named to review certificates of election for new Republican members in Scranton after a tense council session. Democratic and Republican factions clashed over seating, mandamus threats, and a bid to reconsider votes in a party-line confrontation led by Chairman Calpin.

Calpin Common Council Hewle City Lawne Paine Viret Ivan W Thorn Scowale T. J Showiden Tames Eh Petenline Hoean Ryan Seer Hehi Donce BO Mott Ben Thiteenth Frank Sxhie Mathiae AL Partridge Scranton Republicane Mandamus John KE. Roche Mothinaald Alwogth Regis Ay Te Wewhs Vwoine Nagel Hager Win Lewis Keller Calvin Coleman Norton Means Smith Mr. Paine Notary Public Wrights Roche Council My Smith Gurrell T Wat Tin Chalman Kalen Calpine Mr. Keller

Blended Mocha and Java Prices In Local Trade

Coursen s blends advertise one Mocha at as low as a cent per pound with Java priced at 25 to 28 cents a pound, offering bargains on coffee blends and beans.

Attendants seek mandamus over council vacancies

Through attorney Ira H. Byrne, additional councilmen plan to file for a mandamus this morning to force Democratic members to seat them. Democrats argue no refusal occurred as admission remains pending while apportionment disputed under law.

Ira H. Byrne

Tax Ordinance Amended and New Tax Levy Proposed

The council amended the tax ordinance to impose a $1 trade tax citywide and advance four electric lights and a sewer project in the Twentieth ward. A resolution ordered the Eighth ward assessment book to be produced for revision and appeal, with opponents arguing the plan is flawed.

Nieteenth Penn Avenua Yasessora Pevieion Aspeal

Board of Trade Proposes Steps to Avert Miners Strike

At a special closed meeting the board of trade adopted resolutions aimed at preventing a threatened miners strike. They authorize officers to take necessary action and consider sending a committee to New York to press Archbishop Corrigan and Bishop Potter to urge J Pierpont Morgan to intervene. Vice-President A W Dickson presided in President de A Lansing's absence.

Board of Trade de A. Lansing A. W. Dickson Father Phillipa New York Corrigan Potter J. Pierpont Morgan Loewe Reve Sile Tribune Digitke

City to hold license funds pending court decision

Scranton officials report one license fee of 1100 paid by John B. Davis as Scranton, county and city debate fund distribution. County Treasurer J A Scranton plans to await Supreme Court guidance before releasing money, while city agents resist signing a hold arrangement. Only three of 275 licenses issued have been obtained so far, with Saturday marking the deadline to secure licenses.

Scranton Ciy of John B. Davis County Troeaeuver J. A. Scranton Apspelhite Court Eidle Weil Aries Leense Ieenses Iusitess

Chittenden Chosen Republican Chairman After Finn Withdraws

In a Velvet Ounce caucus last night in the city hall Wade M. Finn withdrew from the chair race. Chittenden was selected as the new chairman after Ian ten daye age withdrew. PF H Clemons declined any candidacy and did not receive a rival name in the final vote.

Wade M. Finn Ian Ten Daye Chittenden PF. H. Clemons

Bargain Upright Plane Offered by Scranton Dealer

A used upright plane is offered for cash at a Scranton shop run by J. W. Ciern Rey, located at 4 Washington Avenue. The ad urges quick purchase with the promise of a great bargain and warns buyers to act fast.

Easter Cheer and Babies Faces

Easter season brings festive scenes as children spread cheer and community events celebrate new beginnings. Local volunteers organize activities to brighten stores and streets while families share smiles and hope amid springtime gatherings.

Organs Offered For Sale At Gavinsey Mall Outlet

Second hand Organa available at Gavinsey Mall along Wanshipeton avenue Scranton Virginia. Prices range from £10 to £825 with banked staal. Prop J Wy Gierneey advertises the sale.

Gavinsey Mall Wanshipeton Avenue Scranton Wy Gierneey

Objections to a Strike Stir City Business News

Carpenters Union agent Lutz expects no strike as B P Connolly Luther Keller and Alderman Howe weigh the mining dispute. Officials warn a strike could cripple trade and delay coal supplies while urging cautious settlement to spare the valley’s economy.

Lutz Carpenters’ Union B. P. Connolly Luther Keller John T. Howe City Union Wien Stl BP Connolly Connolly & Walloon Labo

Rev Dr McLeod Probes Pertinent Questions In Tribune Letter

A letter under the heading abort letters of Interest discusses public discourse and publisher responsibility. Rev Dr McLeod asks if the community accepts remarks while noting satirical content and the role of writers. The piece questions the weight of public opinion and the duties of the press.

the Tribune

Papers and Books Sold at Dime Bank Area on Wyoming Avenue

Fragmentary notice describes a shop or stand on Wyoming avenue opposite Hotel Jermyn near the Dime Bank offering papers, personal items, books, and toners. The text is unclear but indicates a sales or display location and names an individual MM. Nearton.

Wyoming Avenue Hotel Jermyn Dow Dime Bank

Pianos for sale at 84 Washington Ave Scrantay

An advertisement notes 84 Washington Ave Scrantay as a reliable place to purchase a piano. It advertises calling for price quotes and favorable terms, attributed to J Wy Guernsey.

Washington Ave Scrantay. Ie J. Wy Guernsey

Gas Companies Move To Relocate Wires For Increased Consumption

Notice explains Scranton Gas and Water and Hyde Park Gas plan to relocate wires by April 1 for higher consumption. It lists disounts and monthly charges, with a payment deadline and penalties for late payment, reflecting a municipal utility adjustment.

Scranton Gas Rates Notice From Park Chay Company

The notice from Scranton Cas and Water Company and Park Chay company feeder Coenwaur gar gas service states new rates. Gas price set at one dollar per thousand feet with several conditions and due dates. A special meeting will set daily rates and an annual payment schedule. details provided by GB. LAND, Secretary.

Scranton CAS and Water Company Park Chay Company Coenwaur Bowie

Harry Posner Arrested After Midnight Incident

Harry Posner of 21 Lackawanna Avenue was arrested after his father A Posner accused him of keeping $16.10 from a daytime sale. Posner claimed the money was his. he said two brothers assaulted him on Spruce Street. The case will be heard by Recorder Moll tomorrow.

Harry Posner Lackawanna Are Mart Quinnan A. Posner Hany Harry Spruce Street

Sterling Inlaid Spoons and Forks Spark War Rant

The fragment notes a debate over sterling inlaid cutlery stirring conflict after twenty five years, hinting at a prolonged feud or quarrel centered on valued flatware. No further contextual details are provided.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Third National Bank Ings Wat Cosseut Mixty Benn, Ir Vice Pres H. Peck Cashier Davies Murphy Lacka ARS Eill Gratis Ackawanna Philippines William Robinson Kelly Mr. Evans First Ward ARE Wzuin Coursen Java Lackawanna Board OF Trade Meeting de Betes Ak Santon Trevel Ct Queelnigg Ieee Finn Guernsey Mull J. W. Ciernrey Schriever Evers Leol Ana United Mine Workers Mine Workers’ Organization Casey Brothers Lackawanna Ave McLeod Dalek Ulin Vite Moreh Norton's New Quarters Scranton Gas and Water Company Hyde Park Gas Company Notlee Wits Nile Oxford Clarke Bros Timothy, Clover GS Finn Avenue Derby Sui Ier Duke of York Conrad Rogers Bros Mercereau & Connell Pierce's Market Penn Avenue W.H. Pierce Pons Ave Baby Wyoming Ave
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