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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1898

Page

9

Button and Lace Sale Highlighted at $3.00 Each

A sale notice invites buyers to choose Button and Lace items including patent leather tipped and kid tip styles. Prices set at 3.00 dollars, urging readers to come quickly to make selections.

Schank and Spencer Record Available in Scranton Stands

The Wilkes Tarre Record can be purchased in Scranton at M Moeinhart newsstands located at 119 Wyoming Avenue, Mac Lackawanna Avenue.

Wilkes-Tarre Screnton M. Moeinhart Wyoming Avenue Mac Lackawanna Avenue

Obscure City Notes and Transit News In May Tribune

Local column lists various small items from May including condo notices, obituaries, and thanks. Mentions visitors for charity events, a Mawpen Mill advertising car, police court outcomes, railway and mine operations, minor injuries, and a new transfer company streetcar in the city.

Mawpen Mill Owneer Ne Centhal Railroad New Jersey John Gilroy

Department Sale Slashes Prices on Selected Shoes

On Saturday the store will cut prices on every pair of shoes in the Ktove Mears and Hagen collection. The reduction forms part of a department wide sale aimed at clearing stock and boosting weekend traffic.

Ktove Mears & Hagen

Prohibition County Convention Set for May 10

The Prohibition county convention will be held in the courthouse on Tuesday May 10 at 7 o clock sharp. Delegates will be elected to the state convention at Martinsburg.

Tuesaday Prohibition Court House Oy Sharp Epate Ennvention Martisbarg

Bennett Couple Welcomes Baby on Madison Avenue

An early term birth at Madison Avenue brought a daughter to Mr and Mrs M P Pottuett. The couple names the child Bennett.

Lbennett Cuh Boranton Beba Mre M. MP Potuett Madison Avenue

Strike Ties Up West Ridge Mine Workers

Inside workers at the West Ridge coal mine struck in protest over a disputed time system. About 230 miners, including all inside hands, halted operations to press grievances addressed to company officials. No work planned until replacements are found. five organizers sought legal action for back pay.

Wertridge Coal Met B.A Hinds Averal Bevery Clark McGinley T. Cranmer von Storch The Conititis Tribune Calllery Weld Nive Leen

Thrilling Bicycle Runaway Down West Lackawanna Hill

An unknown man on a bicycle sped from Chestnut to Ninth streets on West Lackawanna Avenue last evening at about 9:00. He lost control near Ninth Street crossing and crashed after a little girl stepped into the road. he was carried to Rogas Hotel and later removed by carriage. The rider, described as large and powerfully built, survived with injuries, and the wheel remained twisted but otherwise intact.

West Lackawanna Avenue Chestnut Ninth Streets Crome Ninth Street Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Crossing Rogas Nedarba Cmwd Les

End of Argument Court Adjourning Schedule Noted

A historical notice outlines upcoming court adjournments and schedules. It states no court next week or the following, with grand jury convening on May 23 and various court sessions in common pleas, criminal, and equity divisions, ending with adjournment to September and a single August entry.

Cm Mae Tom Common Devin Criminal Court Reptenaher Moore

Whittemore Returns to Streets After Ankle Injury

F. Whittemore, a well known Holy War figure, is around again after breaking his ankle. He will attend a chair meeting this evening for rehearsal at the Providence Presbyterian church.

F. Whittemore Hoiy Wader Providence Presbyterian

Fire Conquered At Port Blvtichird Shaft After 24-Hour Battle

The five fi Hours shaft at Port Blvtichird was extinguished yesterday morning after a 24 hour effort led by General Superintendent Bryden and foreman James Heslin. A fatal accident occurred when Peter Heslin, father of the foreman, died on his way home. Surviving relatives include Celia, Kate, James Bearaud, Mrs John Gaomon, Mrs John Wing, Sister M Reginus, and Slater Heslin of Boston. Three or four roof falls hindered progress, but the shaft will resume Monday with minimal gangway damage expected.

Port Blvtichird Bryden Drumhior James Heslin Porséllie Peter Heslin Heslin Ht Wiy Ife Gaesed Leslin Follwing Celia Kate James Bearaud John Gaomon John Wing M. Reginus St. Patrick's Convent Thie City Slater Heslin Boston

Dewey Heroic Day Figure Retired Clerk Recalled

The Honesdale In hoverident recalls Dr J W Kester of Honesdale former clerk for Commodore Dewey aboard the United States Steamship Mississippi. Kester, linked to the Civil War era and 1862 Port Hudson fight, later accompanied Dewey in New York en route to extended duty.

J. W. Kester Honesdale Wilkes-Harre United States Missippi Commodore Dewey Philippine Islands Port Hilson Harrison Admiral Dewey New York

Free Press Sues Tribune Publishing for Damages

The Free Press owners sue Tribune Publishing Company to recover damages claiming a contract to publish a Sunday edition was breached and that Tribune’s actions harmed their business. Heamish, editor, states the suit seeks compensation and the case will proceed to trial.

Sechs Tribune Publishing Company He Free Presse He Tribune Publishing Commany Heamish The Free Press Tribune Company Sun Vilus Unis

Larceny by Bailee Charged in Alderman Court

Harry Swabsky and H Goldsteger appeared before Alderman Howe on larceny by bailee allegations. Swabsky bonded for his appearance after being accused of disposing of wagon running gear a crowbar and scrap iron entrusted to his care by Goldsteger.

Harry Swabsky H. Goldsteger Howe Larcney CG Goldsteger Swabeky Goldsleger Swibeky Ball

Girl Bitten by Dog In Clark's Summit Yard

A 9 year old, visiting on Wyoming Avenue, was bitten on the left ear and neck by a bird dog owned by Charles Tropp. Patrolman Saltry shot the dog after it attacked, and the girl received medical care from Dr Capwell.

Faima Lance Clark's Summit Andy Wyoming Avenue Chas. Tropp Patmolman Baltry Mabel Lance Charles Tropp Crystala Mia Emma Lance Clark's Bummil Hiram G. Ter- Williger Upetulm 4Th Wyroming Avenue Crystal Lance Dr. Capwell Terrace Row Mack Ewallen Trepp

Oil Strike Reported by Wyoming Valley Investors

A Wilkes-Barre group led by John A. Schmitt Dr Gumpert Mr Steemater Mr Wad dell Mr Goods and others began oil prospecting in Wyoming. A regional paper says they struck the fluid in satisfactory quantity and plan further development.

John A. Schmitt Gumpert Steemater Waddell Mr. Goods Wyoming

Baris base team readies for Piicehurg matchup

The Cniyjae base tall hab of Baris aims to face the Piicehurg Nonpareils Aut es in an anticipated contest. South Slide Hihilere seek elite status while a full, reorganized roster with experienced pitchers and fielders is described, mirroring past champion strength.

Baris Hihilere Ut Sears Hyde Park Troy G. Whymever T. Moran van Bergen D. Bennett I. Levert A. Fuck Elcampm G. Borns Bk. Bweel Cuni Ch Whymiger T. Troy Kellett Ade Olean Martin Bweeoney Chaumbin Tell Hurke

Young Men’s Christian Association versus School of the Lackawanni Baseball Game

Amateur baseball match scheduled for this afternoon at Athletic Park. The Young Men’s Christian Association and School of the Lackawanni will play, with 25 cent admission. First pitch set for 2 o’clock, weather permitting.

Young Men's Christian Association School of the Lackawanni Athletic Park

Benefit concert for Sergeant Pell post at Waverly Baptist

A youth group from Waverly Baptist Church hosts a benefit concert this evening to aid the Sergeant Pell post Grand Army of the Republic. Commander BR FH Helgate will preside as a grand demonstration honors members nearing the Grand encampment.

Waverly Baptist Church Pell Post Grand Army of the Republic Helgate

Wanamaker Speaks on War, Pennsylvanias Politics Analyzed

John Wanamaker spoke at Reading outlining opposition to Spain in the war context and denouncing Pennsylvania treasury mismanagement. He criticized the legislature, cited the Lexow probe costs, and urged reform, condemning Republican leaders and calling for accountability in state government.

Reading John Wanamaker Mr. Wanamaker Spain Pennsylvania Wanamaker

Smashup at South Bristol injures Pennsylvanian crew

The Pennsylvania Limited express from Jersey City to Chicago collided with a freight at South Bristol at noon. The engines crew and fireman were seriously hurt, but all of the passengers escaped with minor injuries.

Elding Pennsylvania Limited William Sherman John Connolly Bristol Philadelphia Jersey City Chicago South Bristol Froman

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