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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1899
Page
9
The Enterprise reports on a spring fair at Bacclater Ave next Thursday night and various local notices. Public events include a tax appeal discussion, a town council gathering on Wyoming Ave, and Memorial Day invitations issued by colonial officials.
A fragmented report describes a gathering of elite railroad advocates and politicians amid a contentious debate. Key figures referenced include Wil Ger and Philpetenal as participants amid discussion of investment and future planning.
An elderly contractor from Towanda, SN, suffered a severe laser injury yesterday while working outdoors. The notice cites construction figure Geo HB Secord and Chamberlain’s Cough Tonic as familiar household remedies. Local supplier Atatihiers Bros. handles wholesale and retail sales.
A fakir claiming to be Frank Mecloskey from Philadelphia was arrested on Lackawanna Avenue for attempting to sell slips of a paper read aloud to bystanders. He denied intent to obtain payment, saying others bought the paper only to obtain the slips. He was taken to the station after warnings by Sgt. Ridgeway and faces no charge at present.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Wilkes-Barre and political figures with mentions of power, opposition, and a formal deal. The readable fragments discuss electric or utility topics and local political actors, but concrete names, dates, outcomes, or actions are poorly legible.
A woman named Kittleerin could not pay her fine and was sent to county jail for thirty days. She walked to the jail on the way to revive a wagon and was later moved to Fort Thee. Patrick Abonalty was arrested at 7 on Saturday night for drunkenness and breaking a sheet mine in widetreat the FL Denk.
Attorney John R. Jones applied yesterday for a capias for John Shannon, the weathered man who last was seen near Lookam. The judge granted the order and it was placed in the sheriff’s hands this morning. A guard will watch Shannon at the hospital each night to prevent his escape.
A garbled 19th century style column questions alum baking powder safety and cites Dr Baker from the University of Ponnevint. It argues whether baking powder should be prohibited and warns readers to beware adulterated products and high costs.
A Washington report outlines a to be determined decision affecting salaries of postmasters. The measure may modify the allowance tied to widows for civil service pensions and related allowances.
A detailed list shows Fire Limits Ordinance and various building laws amended or expiring, with many measures awaiting reporting. The council plans include street repairs, sewer work, paving, sidewalks, and traffic rules across several avenues and wards.
The proposal outlines the third roading stage and other city projects. It includes installing an electric light at the corner of Twenty third and Nampton streets, adding a permanent man for the Cumberland, Cedury, Niagara and Liberty houses, laying Nar stone sidewalks on Ninth street, completing the Nay Augon Kine house, repainting the three upper corridors of the city hall, and authorizing 5,000 in bonds.
The firm announces sewer work on the Boat Side sewer starting April 1 under directions from City Engineer Paitips. They aim to complete the project promptly with a determined crew despite initial delays and prior concerns.
Readable excerpts describe Lackawanna Steel Co plans to establish pillow and plant operations in Lebanon to lower freight costs and threaten rivals. Carnegie interests and ore and coke proximity influence strategy. a proposed Lebanon site could host extensive steel rolling and fabrication if viable, signaling a major shift in local industry.
New York announces a proposed air route linking New York with Liverpool via Camypuinila and Liverpaol. Officials state the plan aims to improve transatlantic service and travel options for residents and businesses.
Judge Archbald拒决授予“Mother of God”教会章程并否认其法定地位 认定此组织若要设立须公开宣布其分裂教派身份 并以正式教区长同意为前提 裁决强调不得以私自组建形式冒充正规教会并应以合法教会体制为依据作出决定
A chaotic scene unfolds as Joseph Medill denies knowledge of a plan to alter a menage. Sara Medill leads a delegation to Mr Mule’s office while printers press for a change, prompting a terse exchange about an honest understanding. The tension dissolves within minutes as the talk ends.
In Green Riles on March 2 1a John Sweeney died at North Washington Avenue residence Funeral Monday morning services at Pauls church Archibht Towanda Pa Hannah Cune 3 years old of Rev and Mr G A Cure reported with limited readable details
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