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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1901
Page
3
Incomplete readable lines mention a hotel and a video section with scattered names and places. No clear event or outcome is discernible from the fragment.
A man from Drinker Street Dimyvore was taken to Lackawanna hospital yesterday after a severe injury from an accident at the Cipew Crewe colliery where he worked. He fell while attempting to mount a device, causing facial injuries and further distress.
Notice to Republican voters of Lackawanna county’s Second legislative district of a precinct election for May 21 1900 to choose delegates to the Republican state convention. Polling places and registration rules are described and names of district committee officials listed.
The Meputilinag etait commmittes of the Thinl legislative dis tricteef Lackawannie eounth will meet in Scranton on May eighteenth at 4 PM for organization and to issue a fine when the county stage for the election in state delegates is held, chaired by T. S. Matthews with Aineti-t Watkins as secretary in Scranton.
Professor Willis Moore, head of the Weather Bureau, spoke last night on wireless telegraphy experiments for the government. He outlined plans but admitted equipment issues hinder progress and cited uncertainty over the apparatus to employ in the tests.
Waldron's horses arrive in Scranton last night for the sale scheduled tomorrow. The lot includes forty head of the finest fit of selected horses and drivers, with additional single horses noted. Weather or rain will not delay the sale on Washington avenue.
Scranton notices promote Guernsey Hall at 4 Washington Ave as the best place to purchase pool plane items. The ad urges callers to request prices and terms while mentioning J. W. Ghernsey and promotions. The text is cluttered but centers on sales offers and contact prompts.
A noon strike by six to seven hundred machinists at the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western shops followed Superintendent Lloyd's refusal to recognize a nine hour day. Workers elected a union committee and pressed demands, sparking a walkout across the Lackawanna system including PhQ, Hoboken, Buffalo, Binghamton, Syracuse and Newark areas.
Superintendent Robling and officers dumped a large stock of seized intoxicants from John Rummier’s North Main avenue speakeasy into a floor sink and sewer. The disposal included thirty quart bottles whiskey wine and cordial plus fifty gallons in two casks and several beer cases. Two partially sober prisoners in the cell near the sink murmured about the “wrong chinti” as the liquor flowed away.
Reports say only four or five men plus shop foremen reported to the Delaware Lackawanna and Western car shops yesterday as a strike continued. Officials refused to disclose recruitment efforts while delegates from Dover Buffalo and Kingston discuss next steps.
Residents of Dunmore press petitions and signatures to build a freight car station near Smith Street to serve Lackawanna and Western Railway shipments, arguing merchants need closer access and faster freight routes.
A letter attributed to Chairman Campbell discusses wage policy and the wobbling support for the Western and East railroad interests. It notes plans to bolster men from Cincinnati and other cities, while promising ally cooperation and orderly behavior. The missive stresses patience, repeal context, and a hopeful push to secure the right conditions for action.
Liwrenera Pinathar, accused of stabbing Michael Angrosini, appeared before Judge Hess Burschell and posted 400 bail. He gave no explanation of his two week absence. authorities believe friends kept him hidden while Angrosini recovers. The aggravated assault charge remains on file.
Judge Archbald opens United States court in this city at 10 o clock to admit local and adjoining county lawyers to the bar. The opening of the new Harrisbore court designates Scranton as seat, with records kept here. Fibert Hubbard appears tonight at the Bleyele club.
Professor Willie Moore of the weather bureau spoke on Air and Storm Phenomena to a large audience at the board of trade rooms. He discussed atmospheric conditions and density, showed stereopticon views of storm centers, and described danger signaling plans while stressing limits of long-range weather prediction.
The report states a thorough investigation of the property and recommends these bonds as a safe and conservative investment. It emphasizes prudence and steady potential returns for cautious investors.
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