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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1895

Page

2

Our Neighbors Down the Valley Wilkes-Barre Tribune Plan

Wilkes-Barre area readers are promised an extended Tribune circulation with a strong Luzerne county news department. Publishers pledge a rival paper offering domestic foreign local financial and commercial news delivered three to five hours earlier than Philadelphia and New York papers.

The Tribune Fac Oped Nol Lann'ng Public Square Wilkes-Barre Tribune Lowns Luzerne County Wilkeen-Ttarre Wyoming Valley Gallice Vannayivania Philadelphia New York

Mayor Nichols reforms toward bawdy-house enforcement

The Wilkes-Barre scene discusses Mayor Nichols plan to curb bawdy houses by summoning keepers to his home for fines and warnings rather than night raids. Observers note potential success could shift policy citywide and praise the mayor’s earnest, conscientious approach amid criticism.

Wilkes- Darreé Wilkes-Barre Nichols Jean Earnest Nichols

West Pittston council approves sidewalks and new builds

The West Pittston town council held a May 6 session in the town hall approving sidewalks and crosswalks, granting or denoting permits for new construction, and confirming a $6,000 bond for L. G. Danion and Lewie Gordon. Burgess Tennett reported April collections of $6 and named numerous policemen. The evening featured gifts, music, and notices of upcoming church events and community happenings.

West Piltston West Side Ll. G. Danion Alpo Tit O Lewie Gordon Burgess Tennett

Hendricks Case Quieted by Defense Alibi Build

A large crowd filled the court as Hendricks and co defendants faced trial for Darney Bolick's death. Defense attorneys pressed alibi witnesses including Fisher who testified he was elsewhere when Relk was slain. Michael Kearney also offered an alibi, boosting defense momentum. The team received praise for skilled handling as proceedings continued.

Howe Hendricka Darney Bolick Opfense Fisher Moning Hendricks Carney Relck Freigght Wiskee-Berentl Relek Menericks Yetterday Michael Kearney

Quay County Bill Up For Reconsideration In Harrisburg

Wilkes-Barre and Hazleton await today’s vote on the Quay county bill after a reconsidered House session. Supporters hoped new counts would reach a constitutional majority, while reports from state capital claim votes cannot exceed prior totals. Local fears persist of Hazleton backers influencing passage, with Wilkes-Barre again groaning at the prospect of a new county.

Harrisburg Quay County Wilkes-Barre Hazleton Wilkes- Barre Ansulah

Local Contractors Urged to Bid Fairly on County Court House

Residents voice concerns that outside builders may gain advantage in bidding for the new court house project. They demand equal opportunity for Luzerne County contractors and urge keeping as much money as possible in the local economy through fair competition.

Myers Thease New Court House Luxerne Uutsiders Luserne Econtractors

The County Chairmanship Denial and Party Rules

A Wilkes-Barre Tribune correspondent denies any resignation by County Chairman Robinson and cites Republican rules in Luzerne County. The piece notes annual term expirations after county conventions, with candidates selecting the chair to run the campaign.

Robingoners Wilkes-Barre The Tribune Robinson Bob News-Dealer Rob Republican Party of Luzerne

Campaign talk on choosing a chairman in Reyitiean county

The article discusses timing for selecting a new chairman and suggests Robingin could be asked to serve again. It argues resignation is unnecessary and denies any plot to oust him, noting the county committee is elected under the current system.

Cnnicidatea Robingin Robinson Chatroma Ae Reyitiean County Committee Luemarne

Courtroom 2 verdicts mark guilty findings in multiple cases

In courtroom No 2 yesterday the Commonwealth pressed several trials. Verdicts include John H Went guilty, Fraink Smith guilty on multiple charges with fines and costs. Anthony Ferziardes charged with assault on a police officer found guilty. Koschion Ginter and co defendants convicted for breaking freight cars. Real estate notices list transfers including Diamond Coal Land Co to Albert Zioray and others across WilkesBarre Nanticoke and surrounding townships with various sums. Will of John Weasley Spencer probated detailing bequests and appointing executors with estate valued at 14000.

the Commonwealth John H. Went Commonwealth Fraink Smith Marlona Onilschief Thomas Arrien Prossotter Smith Sintencal Anthony Ferziardes John Connell Jory Commonwealth Ve Diamond Coal,Land Company Albert, Zioray Husxleton H. ¢. Merrill Trane M. Thomas Wilkes-Tarre St. Susquehanna Coal Company James Flannery Nanticoke Q. A Gates Lorenzo D. Partington Rosa Township Benjamin A. Birkilack Mordecai Rarl Paul Palmer Bertha F. Fulmer Huntington Township Samuel J. English Samuel Atherhold Borough of Wyoming Sophia Stross John Donnaker Dennison Township Sarah H. Johnson John Hallach Wilkes-Barre Stephen A. Deltrick Melton F. Williems Nescopeck Township John Weasley Spencer Dallas Township Clara L. Harris Joseph Nevel Peter Spencer Dates Township Catherine Spencer

Ninth Regiment in New Uniforms Seen on Streets

On May 15 the Ninth Regiment tiand will appear in new uniforms. Company F Ninth Regiment was inspected last evening and presented a creditable appearance. The Wilkes-Barre Water company.

Ninth Regiment Tiand Wilkes-Barre Water Company

Detroit Architect Returns Home After Missed Payment

The Detroit based architect Myers returns home without taking a second instalment of 10 000 dollars. Professor J D Regan a former county lawyer plans to resume law practice in this city. Mrs Judge Woodward’s guest Mian Fluth Butler leaves for Memphis Tenn. Captain Harry Gordon of Dorra nesto n shows mental strain due to overwork and improves. Alderman Davidson handles pension vouchers. Pension checks circulate large sums. Monorath Jobin 2 Smith active in business in Forty Fort and as president of the First National Bank Plymouth.

Wilkes-Thurte Gus Company Harry Hillman Academy Wyoming Seminary Wyoming Field Kingston Parrish Street Episcopal Church Tila Farview Delaware and Hudson Road Albert Liclpfert Ée Cave Luserne Wilkes-Barre Toronto Athletic Park Second National Bank Wilkes Hartoana Scranton Steen Drum A. F. Farr H. Miller M. Jevons W. H. Shepherd C. Dpd Tesoul John BR. Coolbaugh Peter Kashenbach James Brennan Plymouth Hendricks James John Gay Dorranceton Myers Detriot Mich J. D. Regan South America Mian Fluth Butler Judge Woodward Memphis Tenn Harry Gordon Dorraneston Davidson Buey Manny Jolla Almort William Barre Monorath Jobin 2 Smith Forty-Fort First National Bank

Old Forge Community Notes Highlight Birthday at Tinklepaugh Home

William Tinklepaugh hosts a cheerful gathering for Mia Tinklepaughs eighty eighth birthday with many relatives from Aveen Moonie Dunmere and Ransom. St George and Golden Nagies attendees join local church events and a Ladies Auxiliary meeting is announced with a Moose reception planned. Also mentions home improvements at John A Wood and a local druggist advert for Mystic Cure claims to relieve rheumatism and neuralgia.

William Tinklepaugh Mia Millard Mya Tinklepaugh Elizabeth Ferguson William Welter Aveen Nell Ferguson Dunmere Prank Sanders and Children Colorado Eline Drake and Childrn Ransom Willia Millard Moonie Rita Montellor Ehinny Santee H. L. Bdaall Ayunday St. George and the Golden Nagies Hrick Ald Svatory Mra. J

SALE FIRST-RADE HORSES AND LOCAL NOTES

Classified items list various ads including horses for sale at fixed prices, farm listings near Be Anton, home building on credit, a young man seeking butchery work with German and English, and a doctor and a lawyer updating office locations with hours and contact details.

Adiness Nteatalien Tribune Altice Care Tribune

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