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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1894
Page
6
A dated advertisement urges readers to restore health with Carlsbad Spradel Salt. It touts increased appetite and relief from dyspepsia and biliousness, promising a genuine imported product and warning against subterfuge. It stresses early use before breakfast and appeals to family concerns.
Charles Rosencrance who was acquitted this week of involuntary manslaughter in the Rowan case is to be tried again for the killing of Thomas Nally in Pirtsros Pennsylvania. Andrew Quinn prosecutes. The case goes to trial under District Attorney Garman with counsel W L Tibbs for the prosecution and C Frank Boban and John T Lennhaen for the defense.
Advisory committee and mentors met in Hook and Ladder rooms to discuss a town map prior to surveying. Engineer Potter calculated and a map maker was proposed. Papers signed, and four wells of funds needed to complete the work were estimated.
Local notices describe the Two Pitstons items, including a performance by The Fast Mall at Music Hall, a Keystone hall gathering, and staff roles. Reports recount a River Street incident involving Charles Dennison, a dance invitation in Loomis hall, and Luzerne county politics with J Lew Wagner and Jamon Waddell. A West Pittston school board motion urges strict health compliance for teachers and pupils.
A reader quote from Rev. Sam Janes praises the family scene of reading the local paper together at home in Weat Union, Iowa, describing the hearth as the most beautiful sight in the world and noting the paper is paid for in advance.
Proprietary salve offered for sale by Matthews Bros claims to cure dermatitis feverish hands chilblains and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. Price two cents per box and available through Matthews Brothers.
A historical guide proposes inexpensive desserts with apple batter pudding berry dumplings charlottes and custards. Recipes use milk flour eggs and fruit, plus baking notes for texture and avoiding watery custards, with tips for berries and dried herbs.
The passage describes household crafts and fashion details such as jewelry care with ammonia solutions, use of wax seals in letters, and decorative hairpins. It notes trends in silk and wool blends, lace, and embroidery designs for spring and summer dress trimming.
Remedy claims permanent cure for headaches and relief from habitual wicks. It also purportedly aids constipation by cleansing bowels, with emphasis on long-lasting effects. Available in large bottles at Matthews Brown, grocers.
An advertisement asserts Paskola a artificially digested food aids digestion outside the body and helps fatten without taxing digestive organs. It cites energy conservation for the sick and promotes widespread use, with testimonials and postal details for The Pre-Digested Food Co in New York.
An odd discussion on pants and femininity surfaces with playful references to male and female undergarments. The text suggests uncertainty about singular or plural usage and notes weather influence on fabrics and comfort, while poking at fashion norms and mistaken identities.
The Washburn Crosby Co flour from Washburn Flour Mills in Minneapolis received a World’s Fair judges medal. Officials report the flour is strong and pure and suitable for family and bakers use as first class patent flour.
Local merchants advertise the Gold Medal and Superlative flour brands with price terms of 25 cents per 100 pounds or 40 cents per barrel. The list includes numerous firms across towns and counties offering multiple varieties and brand names.
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