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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1895
Page
8
Five dollar reward is offered for information leading to conviction of anyone who steals The Tribune from subscribers, after complaints of irregular delivery traced to stolen papers and doorsteps of readers.
A jumble of city items reports club meetings, religious services, a grand opera attendance, a new building move by M Norton, a real estate action, a gospel meeting at YWCA, a ward street plot, a district preacher transfer, and a mandamus suit involving Bell Hudson and Scranton Times. Names include Frank Hates, Rev H W Buck, Joseph Tranlo, and M L McDowell.
The report notes growing enrollment with more students expected next week. A new bookkeeper and bill clerk joined a manufacturing firm and wholesale house, while William Williams of Williams & Rogers praises the school’s faculty, pupils, and equipment, calling it a splendid institution.
The article notes the death of Judge Handley and recalls his will, highlighting a large legacy left to Winchester residents Albert Baker and H C Conrad of Winchester, Virginia. The men are mentioned as individuals connected to equity matters in the city.
The article outlines a two year nurse training program at a hospital with a one month probation, followed by a year two, including practical bedside instruction. It details courses in dressings, medications, obstetrical nursing, room care, ventilation, and patient observation, with examinations leading to a diploma.
Reel Din Davie dies in Scranton at 4 o'clock in the afternoon. Services at home by Therdoh Davis with interment at Washburn street cemetery. Mary Gallagher wife of Holwans Gallagher of 2 Railroad avenue funeral Monday at 9 with a requiem at St Peter's Cathedral and burial at Hyde Park Catholic cemetery.
Testimony recounts Miss Dickinson being confined to Danville Insane Asylum amid claims of insanity. Witnesses, including Dr Heilman and Prothonotary George Lewison, describe her fitful behavior, lapses in judgment, and family efforts to obtain care.
World known as The Dahomey Giant Gilbert died after a brief illness in New York City. Colonel William Hibert oversaw the death and funeral arrangements after Gilbert collapsed at his boarding place. He had long exhibited in museums and was famed for his seven foot tall stature and stage makeup. He leaves a second wife, a widow, and a hospital of observers who recall his sensational acts in New York and Minneapolis.
County Treasurer announces the final day for taking out licenses with offices noting 400 licenses already issued. Residents are urged to complete renewals. mention of hats displays and millinery inquiries appears in local notices.
An heir appears claiming rights under Pennsylvania law as William Asrinson Raub is named the legal heir of John W. Raub. The case involves legal proceedings, claims of property, and the execution of wills with witnesses and attorneys from Muscatine, Iowa. The narrative covers probate actions, appointment of guardians, and disputes over inheritance and estate distribution.
Comrades from Evra s Griffin Post and Ty Post No 100 hosted a reception for visiting comrades. Speakers included Commmuniter BOF Mott and Hawani with remarks from Lafayette port and New York delegates. the program featured a chorus of Marehinghp Georgin led by J W Pierce.
Purcell's Turkish Baths will relocate to Linden Street in May after leasing the premises. Mureei, the Pathe proprietor, will oversee renovations and the old building will be vacated by Purcell by mid May. The new bath house will measure thirty by five by twelve feet and include modern improvements for patrons.
A pleasant evening was given by the Young Men's Association with Miss Amanda Mele and her pupils at ARAL Hale. Alfie Wooler and Professor Richard Lindsay directed the program as the recital opened with efforts to render a selection of music and talent.
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