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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1897
Page
1
The article discusses reefer jackets and chalets with a focus on fly front reefer styling in various weaves and color tones. It notes careful color coordination for separates and mentions low prices as a selling point.
The article notes a range of styles with front deference and novelty effects alongside conventional fashion. It highlights various materials and designs, emphasizing abundant options for different tastes and occasions.
The readable fragments describe textiles and fabrics favored for spring wear, mentioning two tone breads, moire silks, elk and wool mixtures, and covert cloths as popular materials. No clear event, date, or identifiable entities are present.
Fabric notes and fashion buzz describe silk waists and fancy garments in the current season. The preview hints at early showings and general interest in inspection and display.
Our Show Of Novelties in the above departments is open to all Comers and from the extent of the display we would say that it will prove as interesting to Scrantoniana as it will be to New Yorkers this week. There's nothing wanting to bring our exhibitions fully up to date.
Washington March 24 The Senate denounces civil service as a monumental humbug amid one sided criticism. Mr Gallinger and Mr Lodge attack exams while Mr Hoar and Mr Allen push retrenchment and continued law. The House enters the second day of debate.
The Farmers' and Merchants' Bank of Paris Texas with a $200 000 paid in capital and $400 100 surplus assigned to Judge D B Scott. The move followed the collapse of the cotton firm Martin Wise and Fitzhugh. Depositors were urged to stay calm as the bank remained open to pay withdrawals. Nearby towns feared shared bank failures and a run ensued.
Harrisburg jury concludes not guilty for Rev J Swallow editor of the Pennsylvania Methodist on charges of criminal libel. The panel is then directed to tax costs against the defendant after a lengthy trial detailing alleged overcharges and improper bidding on state contracts connected to church properties including Grace Church.
In Allegheny county primaries the regular Republicans won six of eight districts and elected thirty-eight delegates. The Quaylies took two districts with seven delegates. Five districts endorsed John Wandimiker for state treasurer and Seventh district delegates will back him if no state candidate appears.
Pottsville March 23 an explosion at the William Penn shaft near Shenandoah followed a fall in an old working that released gas into a gangway where naked lamps were used. The blast fatally injured Joseph Sargeant Philip Haggerty and William Luvenburg among others.
Washington March The New Jersey appointee Swayee is named successor to Logan Carlisle as clerk of the treasury department. Swayee previously served as chief clerk in the Priiuary department.
Washington March 21 The senate confirms the nomination of Will Vandevanter of Weomlig to be assistant attorney general.
Harrisburg Pa March 28 The Senate met in joint session to order debate on judiciary bills and a stock of measures. The treasury investigation report found state funds protected by banks and blamed no graft. It calls for interest on deposits, more depositories, and a delinquent clerk to handle overdue accounts.
A March report from Atlanta notes a cyclone striking south Georithy causing widespread disaster. The Chattahoochee valley is nearly swept clean with total deaths at least 1 and hundreds injured or missing. Twenty five Amsteyten Academy students killed. principal Abel Walker dying. Professor Covington seriously ill but may recover. Florida west of Tallahassee, southwest Georgia, and parts of southwestern Alabama report storm damage. telegraphic service limited, hindering full casualty and loss estimates.
Philadelphia reports expose of labor betrayal within the Amalgamated Association of Street Railway Employes. Leaders Lut e and Copeland suspected of organizing new faction. alleged treachery by Traction official Shautler led to arrests and a tense confrontation in a coffee house.
A fragmentary dispatch from Frankfort notes Kentucky Senate and House voting activity with listed names including Hunter, Georgn, Boyle, and Stane. It mentions a ballot to be taken tomorrow and references party affiliations and candidates in unclear results.
The report mentions a gathering at an unspecified time and place with several garbled names. No clear actions, outcomes, or participants can be identified from the readable text.
Fragmented OCR text reports weather rains and cold in the morning. Mentions Greece legal prep work and various named entities but readability is poor. Includes references to court proceedings a death of a Reverend and a local budget note alongside scattered regional items.
Letters from Constantinople report renewed Armenian killings and church attacks in Tokat and Sivan district. Diplomats warn of possible troop landings and potential war as Crete and Greek ports loom. Turkiye fronts brace for early April action while both sides position fleets and batteries.
The Bermuda cleared after a routing error disrupted normal voyage plans. Captain Lok Ue reported the vessel's cargo and emphasized safe passage, while officials including Secretary Choge announced the inspection results and ongoing verification of port operations.
A fire at an Acme Bicycle Works in Reading, Pennsylvania caused injuries and property damage. Authorities say the blaze started in a tin workshop and burned several tenets before being extinguished. investigators assess the cause and potential disruption to production.
A brief fashion column highlights two tone Orena dines, snake skin novelties, pure French mohair fabrics, lace mohair two tone checks, and eping lines. Mentions Endora’s and Et emiennes among fabric and apparel options.
A fragmented account describes Mr Mist seeking damages in a convoluted case against Philitel and related parties. The text references property claims, weighty financial stakes, and legal action across multiple parties amid unclear docket details.
Fragmentary OCR text from a New York section, March unspecified, with numerous garbled names and places. No clear event, dates, or entities to identify a coherent news item or outcome.
Fragmentary OCR passage from a New York page dated Matvuh 24 presents unclear events and names. The text lacks coherent details on persons, places, or actions, making precise summary impossible from the readable fragments.
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