Large Friday Sale Opens March 26 For One Week
A local sale begins Friday morning March 26 and runs for seven days. Sood advertises ten big lots of choice items available during the event.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1897
Page
1
A local sale begins Friday morning March 26 and runs for seven days. Sood advertises ten big lots of choice items available during the event.
The catalog lists multiple fabric lots with sale prices. Includes all wool bolting and cheviot includes 50 to 88 inch widths, silks up to 28 inches wide, novelty twines, taftas, and snake skin suited sheeting. Prices range from 25 to 59 cents with numerous lots at around mid thirty-cent levels.
English reports describe insurgents advancing on Malaxe and Tsikalarin, pushing Turks from fortifications near Suda while Turkish warships shell ineffective positions. Insurgents destroy Turkish defenses, occupy heights near Caón, and continue shelling while a blockade prevents full Turkish retreat. In London, Corson states cargo bound for Crete may be searched and delivery prohibited to curb disorders. Salisbury heads to meet Queen Victoria.
The article reports an planned interview with French foreign minister M Hanotaux regarding the eastern situation. It notes expectations that Prince’s participation in the Greece blockade may be decided at the interview and that Lord Salisbury will not arrive at Niew until Saturday. The Times Athens correspondent in Canea suggests the blockade may fail as a coercive measure.
Constantinople reports a definite change in British policy amid Turkish actions in Tokat and Crete. Britain will acquiesce to a blockade of Greek ports while warning against Ottoman massacres, with Rome and Paris showing limited cooperation and Russia remaining a potential supporter of the sultan. The Sultan dismisses Turkish officials in Tokat after new massacres, and a commission investigates Turkish arrests and possible demonstrations.
The national executive committee of the United Mine Workers appeals to the public for sympathy and funds. It accuses New York and Cleveland coal interests of neglecting workers, describing miners' families in dire poverty and noting deaths from hunger amid harsh conditions. The group vows to act promptly with support from Samuel Gompers.
Peter Maher arrives in Pubsbury with backer Hew to begin training for a title fight with Sharkey in Westchester New York. Manager Quinn telegraphs Sharkey agreeing to an eight week camp while Park Davies writes that they will sign articles and Maher’s camp vows to win.
In Susquehanna Pennsylvania a man named Vrank Welanon attempted to kill Mrs. Stallockh and then died by self-inflicted actions. The incident left Mrs. Stallock injured in a barnyard setting with conflicting reports about motive and involvement.
The report states Bhore has been located in Beilinu Ma. Mateh 25 and information indicates a tide note led to the discovery. A resident at Shoemakereville Chreteniogaulehne found the body after Mehring, and the path shows the person waded into a river and then changed course.
A reading fragment from Albany reports an investigation committee has completed its work and sent the matter to the Senate for action. The note mentions Albany and Wisconsin but lacks clear names or dates beyond March.
Washington March 22 The Senate spent most of the day in secret session debating amendments to the arbitration treaty and bankruptcy bill. After executive session the bankruptcy bill was read in full and a substitute offered. in the House two hours of general debate were scheduled before Wednesday's vote with key speeches from both sides and a late night session.
Tom A. Marshall of Reichiurs AL won the grand American handicap at Long Branch on March 21 with a 24 bird score. Carver of Chicago and Henry Jones of Newark were strong contenders as the field competed for first money and consolation prizes amid a rain of shots and spectators.
The passage lists Giinim, Hamilton, Powers, Mecrastn, Thurman, Parmales, Hilster, Moore, Guthrie, C Von tengerke, Kehric, Col dren and Colonel Anthony as names. Mrs Marshall, author of the grand American handicap, born in Kentucky in 1854, began shooting young and is regarded as a leading horseman of the West. She has been mayor of Keithshurz, WK for twelve years and served in the legislature.
A mine blaze from a bore hole issued sand and stone and a stream of water into the eastern part of the city. Firemen conducted a controlled operation to suppress the blaze and extinguish the fire by afternoon.
In Harrisburg on March 2 the trial of Rev Dr Swallow for criminal abuse concluded with surprise developments. Key testimony questioned prosecution tactics as Luther Kelker denied collusion and Governor Aintthys disputed contractor Coder’s claims of graft. The jury adjourned without a verdict, and officials prepared to reconvene to decide the outcome.
The report notes Senate debate on prohibiting kinetoscope or prize fight pictures and mentions a Manchester association petition seeking legislation to bar any depiction of prize fights. References include Albans New York and Augusta Maine with dates in March. The housing of these topics indicates a broader push to curb moving image depictions of Prize fights.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions London and a Norwehin explorer named Siveoh Ye Nagen. The note hints at a voyage to Howlepninesii Mint and a mission tied to Mal deen Od Lena, with obscured details and uncertain destinations.
Readable fragments describe a Saratoga notice related to water aperture or supply issues. The text is damaged but mentions March and local water concerns.
Local weather notes show a general rise in temperatures across the TNE area this morning. The day brings hotter conditions with potential heat effects across communities.
Former Judge John F. Dillon analyzes the court ruling on the Trans-Missouri agreement, stating the decision prohibits combinations in restraint of trade under the anti trust act. He notes the majority found the agreement a violation, aims to curb rate wars, and emphasizes potential railway and public protections.
In a garbled note from the National Labor Bureau and court records an official inquiry references a Tow qd sloghered der neitions to thes come th ottitettoof the Unite sbtatem Mh Boothe Tunker and Hue eon woul a veer ate. The text is incomplete and lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes.
Fragmentary text describes a hotel building incident or plan near Hastings with references to a court or aid group, a march 2 date, and a tense timeline. Details are unreadable, leaving the main actors, location, and outcome indeterminate.
In Jacksonville Florida this morning three persons were taken into custody by the United States Marshals Service acting on an arrest warrant. Details of the charges or affiliations were not immediately available.
A trial in London Connecticut is delayed as weather and sea conditions hinder a gunboat’s operations. The failure to proceed is due to unfavorable winds and rough sound conditions affecting navigation and readiness.
A fashion feature highlights Finliey's Bess introducing two tone grenadines and a range of fabrics including Snake Skin Novelties Pure French Mohairs Lace Mohairs two tone checks and various covers and embroidery styles.
Washington discussions on tariff revisions surface with factional debate. Proposals include raising the duty on oils to 60 cents per gallon and adjusting carpet and other goods duties, as lawmakers weigh protectionist aims against consumer costs.
Fragmented text from a New York report mentions Mutoh S Arelved Sieanore Patolla and teams Rarmphure HH from Mroniwa Tiave traveling for games against Cam Lomlow Sibel Columda and Wiemburg Weimar. Local venues include Idounatowny Have and Boemrtavenille with references to Aw York Madesths Qieemevawiy Shelit Miadeaichymotte.
In New York this month a fronts brings strong gusts and humid air. Forecasters predict rising temperatures then cooler settled weather with overcast skies and a chance of rain by evening.
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