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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1897
Page
3
An article describes a London style performance of Nell Gwynne with praise for the lead and supporting cast. It mentions favorable reception and notes a medical anecdote about a blood remedy cited by a local reader.
A morning blaze swept the South Side damaging two houses and leaving residents venting fears. Fire crews fought the flames as windows blew out and structural supports failed, with one structure reportedly uninhabitable and the other damaged beyond repair.
An obituary notices the death of Sister Agatha of the Giddy of the Tarmdeulikte Heart of Ahayy at St Cecela’s convent Waoming ave Goullock. It lists her age, family ties and references a funeral with many attendees and local figures. The document also mentions multiple names and places in Wiltshire and nearby regions, reflecting a broad era.
Only about half of the 70 applicants who took the civil service exam for taxi inspector progressed. Names and locations such as Wayne Avenue and North Saint Avenue appear among finalists with varying scores and fees noted, including figures like $174 and $4,183.
A May gathering on Prespooy Avenue features Wesel Markel Breet as the key figure. Details are sparse in this fragment, but the event centers on community engagement and local participation.
A Providence night shooting left William Miah dead and three suspects under police scrutiny. Witnesses described a pistol clash between men seen near the scene. one man reportedly identified as Pichler, who was injured but alive. Investigators say the group may have acted without clear motive.
A notice states Dr P Lonestreer will remove on April 1 from his office and residence at Praia 208 Lo 12 Wyoming Avenue.
The entire remaining stock of B. Pratt, recently purchased by us, goes on sale today along with our own stock at half or less. Moulding and odd lengths are marked down as we assemble frames. We include pictures to speed sales and move during moving time with attractive etchings in first class frames priced to clear.
A sale of several hundred items including watercolor reproductions artotypes and French color types. Many are of good size and some are soiled. Selection presented this week for rapid purchase.
Six men at work at night remaking and arranging stock as midnight passes. Today offers include handsome pictures 16x20 inches in white and gold frames with etchings and pastels valued at 2.00 for 48.
A compact collection of etchings described as understated yet valuable. Prices range from 25 cents to 1 dollar, appealing to buyers who seek beauty in quiet presentation.
Bargains abound as oil paintings are offered at about one-quarter of value in handsome gilt frames. The speaker notes prices unseen since picture stores first opened in Scranton, praising the exceptional value and wide selection.
The store offers 25 percent off on any photo not marked as a special bargain. The note promises large quantities of pictures and states price cuts apply to any price previously asked.
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