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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1894

Page

5

CITY NOTES MOASLES CASES AND LOCAL EVENTS

Six new measles cases reported yesterday. A Board of Health meeting at 9 oclock this afternoon. Delaware Lackawanna and Western will pay Hobomabury division employees. Jefferson and Star company to perform Whitewash at Music Hall tonight. Turner Hall prepared for Ron Ton Social Club event on May 11. A $50 reward offered by National Board of Fire Underwriters for arrest in Arcade case. Joint fire councils to discuss chemical engine for Phenix and steamer for Neptuum. Donations to Dalton home fund acknowledged by Treasurer Stevens at Wyoming Avenue. Latagh Valley Comet 1804 edition received with grace to Dr Hollister Providence. Wonderland invites Elks to Michael Rei production with no tickets needed.

Book of Health Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Hioomabury Jefferson and Starjoe Company Joboa Whiteowb Turner Hall Hall Ron Ton Social Club National Board of Fore Underwritera Phenix Company Neptuum If. Stevens Dalton Home Wick Stevens Wyoming Avenue Hollies Ter Providence

Five Thousand Damages Sought From Scranton Traction

John Howey sues Scranton Traction for five thousand dollars in damages from injuries suffered Oct 4 on North End avenue after being struck by a car. He alleges improper speed lack of headlight and no bell sounded. Several others in the wagon were injured. Attorneys Halalander and Vonburg also plan more suits.

John Howey Halalander & Vonburg Scranton Traction Company Inuries Avenue North End

America No 10 Art Series Arrives at Tribune Office

The tenth issue of the charming art series "America" has arrived and can be secured at Tim Tribune's office. The latest number features a collection of beautiful studies anticipated as one of the most interesting in the series.

America Tim Tribune

Davidow Bros Offer Low Rates on Lackawanna Avenue

The note advertises Davidow Bros offering accommodations with the lowest rates at 217 Lackawanna Avenue. It urges readers to visit themselves and tell friends, claiming their owners are private and services are available.

Davidow Bros

Guernsey Brothers Slash Prices on They Have Gone Down Phat

Local store Guernsey Brothers reduces prices on They Have Gone Down Phat items, cutting costs for shoppers amid promotional event.

Guernsey Brothers

Powderly backs Linden street bridge choice amid Mulberry debate

Hon. T V Powderly says he is not in real estate, prefers Linden street for the bridge but would accept Mulberry if necessary, noting quick construction and cost. Luther Keller favors Spruce Street or Linden if possible, arguing Mulberry benefits his property elsewhere, while others like Mason & Co and Menra back Linden street for accessibility. Botta and Ira Bennett & Co favor Mulberry.

Luther Keller Linden Street Mulberry Spruce Street Mulberry Street T. V. Powderly Powderly Trinone Mulberry Areset Kellar Ale, Keller Adats Avenue Mulberry Strowt Linilen Lingen Street Swalland Street Portebono E Street Lindan Street Mulberry Artest Pettebone Street Court Lous Swetland Street Linden Mr. Mason Mason & Co East West Scranton Mulberry Atreet Joseph A. Menra Lindon Street Botta Ira Bennett & Co

Meeting action on street work and power franchise rights

The common council debated damages and appeals over Wellington avenue grading and the second board of viewers. It approved extending Fairview court to Robinson street and refining bids for curbing and paying at the Excelsior Hose House. The group also considered engine bids for Neptune and Phenix companies and referred several items to joint fire department committees.

Common Council Moir Scranton Laminating, Heat and Power Company Councila Sweeney Fairview Court Robinson Street Excelsior Hose Nouge Streets and Bridges Committee Ladwin Williams Muldoon & Bowe Neptune Engine Company Joint Fire Department Aucheater NEL) Locomotive Works Amoukeag Amerivat ‘Ite Engine Company Seneca Palla Latrance Fire Engine Company Elmira Iijdw Phenix Company Joint Fire Department Coummnitters Hayward & Co New York Holloway Company Baltimore Holloway Lindgren-Matau Chemical Hire Engine Company Chicago Arc Department Wellington Avenue Capes Avenue Torrey Robathan Cily Cvliettor Supreme Court Select Council Scranton Traction Company Tinea Sarantan Thes Ald Phenis Nay Ang Crystal Companies Feanktte Columbis Companies WA Wighite HL H Throop Eland

Guilty Verdicts in Mixed Courtroom Strands

A long courtroom day saw multiple trials and verdicts. Hannah Wood was found guilty of larceny by bailee while Mrs Gallagher was acquitted of breaking a window case. Mrs Newman testified in a separate assault claim.

Sermons on The Future Life Set at Penn Avenue Church

Reverend Warren G Partridge will deliver a series of sermons at Hil Church Penn Avenue Baptist Sunday evenings on The Future Life. Topics include Heaven in a State Heavenly Rewards The Heavenly Body The Judgment Seat of Christ and Future Punishment. Short evangelistic services follow each sermon inviting attendees to begin a Christian life.

Warren G Partridge Hil Penn Avenue Baptist Church Christ

Harrah Harrah Harrah at Davidow Brog Bar

Fragmentary text mentions Harrah repeated and a call to go to Davidow Brog for a bar event with unclear reference to value or prize terms. The readable parts provide no coherent facts about people, dates, or organizations beyond the names.

Davidow Brog

A Good Play at Wonderland Delights Crowd

Wonderland patrons warmly welcomed Michael Strogoff in a strong production praised for capable cast and superb battle scenes. The stock company ends its run Saturday with potential summer attractions hinted by Manager Davis. Clocks by Davidow Bros claim quality and reliability with guaranteed timekeeping.

Michael Strogoff Michael Strogoth Gus Homer Wonderland Davis

Proabyterian Assembly Rates Hit Saratoga

The National Assembly of the Protestant church will convene at Saratoga tomorrow week. Commissioners from Lackawanna district will attend with clergy and laity from the city and vicinity. Rates with first day privileges are very low, with Saratoga hotels offering about 1 per day.

National Assembly Saratowoon Lackawanos Tanug Rera Stites and Heecker Wyoming Rev T Swan Pittston W. G. Parke Evane Thompson Tev James Mc Lod A. W. Dickson Alfred Hood Saratoga

Minnie Loater at Academy of Muaie for Week of Prices

Minnie Loater and Her Company perform at the Academy of Muaie all next week with first class plays at popular prices. Minnie Lister, a clever comic, appears with the Minute Lester company and Frank FE McNiah the minstrel. The play Monday is "A Little Easy Body." Seats sale begins this morning.

Minnie Lister Comailanne Academy of Muaie Clann

Watches for sale as pledges at reduced prices

A dealer on Lackawanna avenue offers beautiful watches as pledges for a small sum. If unredeemed, they will be disposed of at the quoted prices. Davidow Broa at 217 Lackawanna avenue.

Davidow

Tre Tumann office review touts best series yet

Art lovers should not miss this meritorious number in the latest issue. Lavres and Gentas' fine shoes featured at a Commonwealth Shoe store on Washingtoe avenue.

Tre Tumann Art Lovera

Marital Woes Prompt Dickson City Man to Court

Patrick Mullally of Dickson City must appear at court after his arrest on a wife’s complaint. Mrs Ann Mullally accuses him of threats to kill and habitual drunkenness. Alderman Wright hears the case. John R. Jones represents the plaintiff and Sopher for the defendant, with bonds set at 300 dollars for Mullally’s next quarter sessions trial. The prosecution calls Mullally a confirmed drunkard and notorious local character believed insane.

Patrick Mullally Dickson City Patrick Muullally Ann Mullally Wright Mullally John RK Jones Sopher

Urgent meeting urged to aid city's destitute

A call for every woman in the city to attend a Young Women's Christian Association meeting at 4 pm presided by Colonel E. H. Hipple to support the Associated Charities. The treasury is nearly exhausted as volunteers plan fund raising to help the poor cope with winter losses and rising needs.

E. H. Hipple Young Women’s Christian Association Associated Charities Board of Health Ik Dogan City Poor Board

Young Women Gymnasiums Exhibition Order

The Young Women's Christian Association announces tonight a gymnasatic exhibition with Military and Fancy Marching, marching drills, and emotional posing. Music provided by Conrad's Orchestra. Tickets available for reserve seating at the Y M C A.

Allie Maghas OF API Ccccdeeersenect Sas Ballion Noop Conrad

St Pauls Entertainment Promises Notable May Program

A charity entertainment at Collems Hall organized by Ai Vincent Du Paul promises an excellent program for the next Sunday evening in May. Father McNally will speak on charity, with a large crowd expected at St Pauls College. The evening features a varied lineup including vocal solos, ensembles, and performances by local artists, with proceeds benefiting the Royal Bend Flour showcase and Montgomery County grocers listed as agents.

Collems Hall Vincent du Paul Aoenty Tw Jlevue Father McNally Tha College Lsll

Are We the Lowest to Prices

Local ad proclaims astonishing low prices and invites shoppers to compare before buying. It cites Davidow Liros at 217 Lackawanna Ave as provider and urges customers to open eyes and ears to deals.

Davidow

Weekend Sale Ends Soon

A limited week long sale ends this week offering discounted items across store departments. Hurry in before the close of business on Friday to take advantage of reduced prices and bonus offers.

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