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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1901
Page
5
The article records a twenty year marriage anniversary celebrated by a large family with many relatives present. Attendees include Mis ane Mos Uae and Mr Chaviel Drive among others. The event honors the couple and lists numerous guests and well wishers.
Fragmented OCR reads like a community notice listing individuals and locations with scattered affiliations. The text mentions Mrs Mow, Cedar qoe mite, Wigekowle, Poon avqinte, and others in a jumbled style, with a possible reference to a court or meeting and dates. Overall the event details remain unreadable.
The item lists prominent young society women in West Scranton and social happenings around Franklin Avenue and Wikehbitn Street. Observers mention gatherings, fashion, and ongoing preparations for spring events with noted names like P Moffat and Aretha Deyn.
City of Lottetter Wartgot and City Controller Howell clash over legal authority and the merging of balances. The solicitor argues about constitutional questions on ripper bills while the council considers countersigning warrants and trainee expenditures. The dispute centers on whether the controller must countersign disbursements and the council's control over funds.
A resolution directs the city clerk not to present ordinances for approval without explicit disapproval. The issue centers on whether the clerk has power to veto or delay measures, with debate over the legal scope and the ripper bill implications. The discussion notes the clerk’s role in presenting to the recorder and the potential impact on second-class laws.
A terse obituary note from The Tribune records the lonely death of a member of Troop The High United States Army who served at Morro Castle near San Jose de Cini. It notes the individual had lived in obscurity and spent a year in Uoele Sans ser view, with few details on kin or funeral plans.
One more plane for sale in Scranton. Describes a high grade instrument in walnut finish with quality workmanship. Offered at less than market price and to be sold for cash. Contact Guernsey Wall at Seachel Sh Washington Avenue for details.
Rail schedule details from the Delaware and Hudson line appear with a recount of a May 1901 concert at Lyceum Theatre. Listings show train times from Wilkes-Barre to Carbondale and fare rates, noting 7:05 p.m. departures and related service, with partial garbled OCR.
Tickets for the G A R Encampment in Gettysburg Pennsylvania are on sale. Round trip fares apply with dates June 3 to 8 and tickets good for travel both ways. Purchase locations and sale terms are advertised in The Tribune.
Striking employees in Lackawanna shops learn Buffalo and Utica men joined local walkouts. Delegates from Buffalo and Dover plan Scranton headquarters while talks with superintendents resume. Reports note limited relays of work as officials seek a unified response and possible further shop actions ahead of tonight's meetings.
The invitation committee led by Hon William Connell and Colonel Jae A. Waites answered Roosevelt that he will attend a gathering in Madison Avenue New York City Saturday morning. The committee will depart Friday noon for New York to extend the invitation to Lt General Attlee and others to attend the ceremony.
General Manager Cee Silliman Jr of Scranton Railway Company faces bribery charges for allegedly offering payments to Old Forge councilmen in a bid to influence a street paving franchise. Seven council members were named as targeted recipients. The bribery case intersects with an ongoing equity suit led by JT Keogh challenging the council action. Magistrate and witnesses described unfamiliar terminology as the case proceeds with bond set.
An ordinance proposes new police districts and fixed salaries for magistrates. Several districts are listed with annual salaries up to $2000, while the council contends benefits justify higher pay for magistrates in busier city areas.
Five young deer brought from Missouri were released this week at Ledgedale owned by Congressman William Connell. The preserve, enclosed by an eight foot fence, will host a lodge and stock the lake with fish during the summer. A large number of pheasants and other game were also observed on the grounds.
Waldron the horse shipper presents a varied stock at Cusick's stables for a noon sale today. Buyers may view and drive horses, with bidding to begin at 1 PM regardless of weather.
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A state board examines whether property necessary to a company’s business is exempt from local taxes as covered by capital stock. The Delaware Lackawanna and Western and related firms argue that assets used to operate and maintain rail and related services are essential to their chartered business and should not be taxed locally. The opinion outlines criteria for what counts as necessary property and notes appeals under advisement regarding specific parcels and affidavits claiming exemptions.
Readable notes reference straw hats and negligees inspiring discussion of union suits in a light social column. The item hints at fashion and domestic attire without detailing events or dates.
The notice endorses a new proposition as offering superior value for the cost. It invites readers to trust the deal and dismiss doubts about whether better options exist.
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