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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1896
Page
4
Bargain prices highlight a Perris fashion spread with trimmed and untrimmed styles advertised as costing little. The catalog touts various shapes, braids, hats and fabrics at reduced rates, promising Good Style and value for shoppers seeking novelty and savings.
The notice advertises a large stock of leghorns and a direct import option to recall lower prices. It also mentions new clothing shapes for ladies nurses and children and compares costs to other sellers.
Here you can purchase hundreds of sailor style shoes in various braids and utilities. Sennett Braid trimmed Knox shaped sandals are offered at low prices far below elsewhere. Milan and fancy straw ballors and Panama hats also listed with deep discounts, lines of straw and Japanese rough straws showcased.
Our window shows a vast selection of roses, dahlias, buttercups, pansies, and foliage. Large bunches priced to attract buyers, including foliage laden bouquets and decorative wreaths. Palms and grasses add to the variety, promising colors and textures not found elsewhere.
Our four ribbons including Dresden Persian and new plaids are exclusive and not sold by other stores. Be stores carry pure silk tassel ribbons in satin velvet and fancy trims with lace collars and collars chiffon neck bands and ribbon ruches at very moderate prices.
Mrs J W Rhodes remains bed bound after a runaway horse incident last Saturday though she shows improvement. Mrs Lizzie Wells is very sick. Clark's Green Cemetery plans to elect six trustees on Monday May 4. Epworth league in school house hosts first entertainment Friday May 8 with recitations sales a prize contest. Hayden and Harry Austin visit. Nelile Oakley visits Scott cousins. Mrs Elie Chapman travels to Dalton. Maple Croft summer residence opens today. Mrs B F Courtright birthday observed at daughter N V Good’s home. Teething tonic Mrs Winslow’s Seething Syrup recommended for children with teething pain and diarrhoea. 25 cents.
Advertisements orders for job work and items for pascadea left at Hannon and Co newsdealers North Main Street will receive prompt attention. The establishment opens from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The Committee In Charge selects twenty two delegates to oversee preparations for the big Fourth of July celebration. Chairman Kelly has authorized the panel from various societies to manage planning, with L A Kelly and W M Lathrone among the appointed leaders.
The remains of Mrs. Sarah Reeve were laid to rest at Maplewood cemetery after a Welsh church service at her home. Rev. W J Lewis officiated with Rev. Charles Lee assisting. the Welsh church choir sang. Pallbearers included John G Evans Thomas D Meese John Thames William Watkins Jones Wilileme and John Williams. Attendees from out of town included Mr M B Brown and two children of Brooklyn New York and Mr John T Morris and wife of Scranton.
Local resident Russell Jones spotted a mink near the Lackawanna riverbank behind Frank Walsh's barn yesterday morning. He shot and killed the mink after pursuing it along the river, noting the animal was about a foot long and appeared well fed.
George Marshall obtained a warrant against John W. Smith after Marshall said Smith assaulted his sister and endangered his wife. Smith countered with a warrant against Marshall who allegedly attempted to take his wife. Marshall sustained a severe head wound in a clash. Two hearings are set before Alderman Bunnell.
Gardner of Pittston markets a wire netting fender that automatically covers the wheel area to prevent ejections. He plans a practical test in front of a moving car on Monday, claiming passengers will be picked up unharmed, with the device mounted four inches from the rail.
The Grand audiences packed performances by the Carrie Louis company. The last two nights drew many patrons and both shows met a high standard. Last night Miss Louis starred in A Midnight Call written for her by J J Swartz of the Evening Telegram Philadelphia. She delivered a strong performance and received much applause.
Funeral for James Higgins set for this morning at nine thirty from the Inte residence. Mrs Cahill and children visit Susquehanna. Miss Crandall leaves Eskdale after four months at high school. Misa Coggins of Elkdale visits, Roscoe Lee calls in Biarrucca, Misa Olver visits Woods Business college. Ackley joins Traction road. Maggie Maloney in city. Gaughan and Monshan visit New York. Richard Malone calls in Jesuum. William Peel elected delegate to Ancient Order of Hibernians convention in Philadelphia in May. Mrs Jones improving after illness. K Sauer from Wilkes-Barre visits Booth Church street. Telephone company pushes new poles on Main Street to Eighth Avenue. other street work starts next week. Belmont Street payment notice to Park & Co. of Buffalo awaits reply. second notice sent by registered mail. Rev Charles Lee resumes duties after recent illness.
Mrs. John W. Jones of South Church street retires from running a milk depot on Park street. Her former partner B. L. Vail has taken a job with Hendrick Manufacturing, where he was previously employed.
Forest City residents heard a concert by the Wandling Brass band at the Congregational church basement to aid leader Charles Melville who has been ill. The event featured local vocalists and community support as a busy social season unfolds with meetings and lectures shaping local life.
Thursday morning a fire alarm drew Crystal Hose Company to Erk brothers general hardware on Main street. Two water streams fought the blaze. interior and stock suffered heat and water damage. The building owner is J. B. Nelson of Honésdale. Fire origin remains unsettled with locals suspecting incendiaries. Repairs and reopening planned soon. Fire gains paused by timely response. Epworth league held Cuba history program at Methodist church. Citizens band to open Alumni park May 16 for baseball game between Hickories and Olyphant Prowns. Interior remodeling planned for Odd Fellows building store by A. L. Green and L. F. Norris. Cemetery property improvements noted. local social and visits list included.
A testimonial extolling Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier and nerve strengthener. The writer claims dramatic improvement from prostration to full health, urging others to try the remedy and sharing personal relief for conditions described as bone suffering.
In Wilkes-Barre Miss 8 A Santee of 90 West Market Street swallowed a teaspoon of arsenic mistaken for elixir of gentian. After early emetics from Dr Taylor and continued care from Dr Barney, she survived and was sent home.
In court before Judge Lynch Cartright withdrew a not guilty plea and entered a plea of purity in a crowded bawdy house case. The press and public filled the room, officials ordered extra chairs, and Cartright awaits sentencing today. The coroner’s inquest into the Sugar Notch explosion found negligent officials for leaving cars in the main air course and no danger signal to prevent naked lights.
In Moscow and nearby towns several residents are seen visiting relatives and friends in Scranton and Green Ridge. Notables include Mira Cannon visiting her brother in Long Teland City and Miss Lizzie Harndon receiving the Demorest medal at a church contest with seven participants.
Michael Murray of Salem street dies from mine injuries suffered last Tuesday, aged about 40, after 30 years in the district. funeral Sunday at 8 pm in St Thomas church with Catholic cemetery interment. Margaret Gregan infant dies after illness. funeral 3 pm, Catholic cemetery. George Mihai resigns as station agent, moving to Sheenehead on the Long Island railroad. praised as capable and industrious.
Mrs Fdyward Sretth of California visits at 8S Hefner's Matin street home. Miss Corn Sacks of Wilkes-Larme was in town yesterday. The leap year social at Dymond's hall Thursday night drew a large, pleased crowd.
The Wines and Brandy of the Apper N J Wine Co Paysaie New Jersey lead public favor for delicacy of flavor. Judges call their Old Climax vintage 1976 the best grape brandy available and superior to French varieties.
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