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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1897
Page
16
Lackawanna County readers are advised that orders for job work and publication adverts for Hannon & Co will receive prompt attention. The establishment at North Main Street opens from 9 am to 1 pm for inquiries and submissions.
The city council votes to replace the solicitor after the resignation of Stuart and removal of Maroney Neill from office. Officials mention reassigning duties and selecting a temporary or new solicitor to manage city legal matters.
The rector of St Mark's Kielimend presided over a nine person confirmation at Trinity Church on Thursday evening. Rev. Charla Fessenden assisted with the rite while Bishop Ponlele delivered a sermon on the vine and the branch, stressing Christian spiritual lineage and full church privileges.
A garbled report describes disruption at a Wilson mine entrance with mention of a locomotive and a power system change. It notes a new arrangement with drop lines and connections to the old system. Four segments of the mine’s track or equipment were removed to allow rail movement into the mine.
Local Belmont street residents defend their homes as street improvements begin. Workers from the curb stone and electric Neht and Traction companies start projects along the avenue while neighbors take pride and whisper of better days ahead.
Mrs E J Stephanis of Hawley spoke to the Woman's Christian Temperance Union about "Oh Training" and urged mothers to adopt practical guidance for family life. She delivered an instructional talk and repeated her remarks in an evening session focusing on maternal influence.
A fragmented report notes remarks described as gracious and aimed at engaging women. The text mentions an important subject and references joiners who were effective and well intended, though details are incomplete.
The Carbondale company’s stock was sold yesterday morning at the business location on Balem Avenue. Attorney Charles Malles, Mor. Reidman, and deputy Farber were involved in the proceedings with the stock valued at $440. Prior to arriving in Corlendale the deputy observed gold ponds near the Berenton area for St.
Mrs Everett Bonham and Jon of Forest City visited friends in town this week. Paw moved its family from Oneonta to Iila city. Mr and Mrs Joseph W H Herbert returned from New York City. Miss Farah wheert, confined with a sprained ankle, is improving. Mr and Mrs Louie Potter returned from their wedding trip and settled in Wyom for sure. Mrs A Tonestos returned from Palatine trip. Withun Weteen returned to his home in Ty Chionae after visiting friends in the city. Meho Witham O Mann and Nev ALP vofius from Scranton were visitors at St Rev rectory on Thursday. Alderman S S Jones was in Scranton yesterday. The minstern maruc signing at Scranton Thursday was postponed by Morgan Reese, Frederick Meads and A Carpenter. J Bh Mare of the National Express company is confined at home with a sprained ankle. Miss Linzie Wyille is visiting friends in Pittston. Superintendent A I Troutwhen of Hendrick Manufacturing returns from a business trip to New York and Boston. Miss Helen Warvey visiting friends in Scranton. W Searles visiting his daughter in Porenet Oks. Alderman Jones of the Second ward in Scranton yesterday. J B Giihook, South Avenue Street hardware dealer, has placed an entire new front to his store, greatly improving the building. The plain pave decorate their post office with decorative improvements inside and out. Two heave have been placed in position, presenting a bright, attractive exterior.
Funeral services for the late Mrs. Jonah Apgeal were held yesterday from her Rentham home. A large number of sympathizing friends and neighbors attended before the funeral proceeded to Bl. Lawrence Church for rites led by Rev. Father Jorhives Deedook. The remains were then conveyed to Blyde Park Catholic Cemetery for interment by Funeral Director George.
Describes hot weather fabrics with airy wafty textures and fairyland inspired weaves. Highlights French German and domestic options, new twist braids, color printing, black grounds with floral effects, and geometric patterns. Invites readers to visit this week to view the goods.
The deceased is survived by a husband and four young children. Services at Calvary Baptist tomorrow with Rev Dr Harte officiating. Morning sermon at 10, evening at 1, Sunday school at 2. A reception for Rev and Mrs Peiehee at the Methodist church Thursday evening. Oyster supper for George Washington Lodge at Pieere's hall. Local notices recount weddings, candidates for county conventions, and a man injured by a fallen plank at work in Taylor mines.
Foreman Lavin of the Delaware and Hudson Company with a gang works on the old farmers drift on Dunmore street to let accumulated water escape after years of buildup. An April incident sent water bursting from the drift in great volumes causing damage in the vicinity. Dr J Murphy of Dunmore visited town on Thursday. Rev Haldinger opened a Hungarian instruction parochial school on Willow street led by Prof J A Yambru. Multiple local residents noted social visits and marriages. Miss Droit Hornery and Braneca McTynald planned a wedding in St Patrick's. News notes also mention residents visiting, clergy events, and a four year old dies. services and funeral arrangements follow.
A Lebanon Indiana druggist claims Wy cough relief cures rheumatism and arthritis. A woman with severe rheumatic pain reportedly found relief in three days after eight physicians failed. Details include a local address at 28 Lackawanna Avenue Beranton.
Intelligence reports Burke family member William Burke is gravely ill in LaSalle. J M Burke and R J Burke are named locally. Eugene McLovehim seeks Republican nomination for jury commissioner. John Bhutter announces bid for Republican county convention delegate. William Harry Grogan’s son suffers measles. Justice Duffy receives commission from the governor.
The subject is prepared to discharge the duties of his office following a period of preparation and readiness.
The piece reports St James church attendees at confirmation services in Trinkley church Carbondale with names. details a 2 year old's thumb injury from a falling iron tuner, attended by Dr Davis. plus social visits, a missionary meeting, and a court hearing on guardian fees and wards in Scott township with W S Wall and Joash Hopfer heirs.
The Mithechet Episcopal choir will present an Easter evening music programme featuring selected pieces. A wedding reception for Mr and Mrs George W Roberts was held at their Hibkery Street home last Thursday. A diphtheria case was reported to the health board at William Opdyke home. The Tadios All society to serve a church dinner next Wednesday May 6 from 6 to 7:30 pm.
Clark's Summit reports several social updates as residents travel to relatives in East Lemon and Lake Ariel. Frank Dally relocates from Monroe County to Woodlawn Park. William Shelp moves to Gravel Pond. Mrs. Robert Evans visits her mother at Lake Ariel. PD Emith visits Ashley and Gracedale. Frank Boyden and DP Smith install shining rods on their homes. Mrs. M. Hufford returns from visiting daughter Mrs. Tallmin in South Canaan, and Mrs. Billings is noted in transition weeks.
New York April 20 prices of active railway stocks advanced modestly amid expectations that heavy copper shipments to Europe aboard the steamship tomorrow will lift market sentiment. Overall stock sales totaled 64,200 shares with varied gains and losses tied to individual issues.
An 1897 notice by Professor C Coles of Storms and Signs warns business men to resist creditor pressure as planetary alignments between Mercury Venus Earth Saturn and Uranus foretell market panic, storms and cold waves. It promises a free planetary chart and Storms and Signs calendar, urging readers to watch dates like May 4 11 and 24 for trouble while predicting floods, war effects and disease susceptibilities.
Commodity quotes list flour wheat corn oats and barley with prices and farm receipts. Entries note cash quotations, shipments of flour and cereals, and listed quantities for wheat corn oats barley and hogs. The fragment references Mali and Chicago markets and several grain categories with varying figures.
Fragmentary report from OWtry Pennsylvania mentions credit balances declined and barrel prices for Lima and Pennsylvania products. No clear event or dates emerge. text is incoherent with several misspellings and broken figures.
Market report from Philadelphia on April supplies and prices for wheat and corn. Notes include No 2 mixed and white grades, butter and cheese quality, sugar, cotton, and live poultry receipts with shipment figures for wheat corn oats and barley.
A summary of New York produce futures and dairy quotes showing mixed activity in wheat with firmer tones on some contracts and firm corn. Dairy items including western creamery butter and imitation creamery products fluctuate with prices noted for various grades and containers, reflecting unsettled market conditions.
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