11 May 1896
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1896
Page
1
The Silk Market is described as demoralized with prices droping to where silk gelling yields no profit for manufacturers and looms idle. It warns patrons to buy now at current prices, predicting a big advance as inevitable.
The notice boasts exceptionally low prices on silk pieces, claiming each yard surpasses prior efforts with new effects and full color combinations. It markets Silk Bargains at a special price of 69 cents, compared to regular $1 quality.
The description highlights silk grounds with Oriental coloring and a wreath, noting rival peacock plumage yet a softened tone that dulls the overall effect. It claims the main item would be cheap at 1.00 dollars, with a special price of 99 cents.
A new silk stripe fabric named Sarah offers vivid color effects suitable for skirts or wrists. Sold at Worth Gn, the item emphasizes special pricing at 28c.
Brocade satin presents new patterns in Nile blue old rose teal blue pink encrusted lavender mauve white cream and black. Special price 59 cents at Sie.
A fragmented notice describes a marketplace event with emphasis on popular items and special pricing. It mentions 10 pieces of fabric or trims and a sale at low prices, with a focus on value and new goods.
An advertisement highlights brocade silks with extra weight and charming effects, noting Worth me and a special price of 62 i-2c. The line emphasizes value and discount for shoppers.
A brief note lists brocades and gros grain grounds with new designs and a special price of 62 1 2 cents, highlighting affordable textile options.
A local shop advertises 15 pieces of gros grain brocade silks described as the best $1 quality seen with littlest patterns. Special price 75c.
Silk specials opened on May 6 as limited quantities are due to supply constraints. The event centers on a short stock of these figures with a prompt restock expected.
Washington May 1 General Grosvenor in a weekly bulletin on the Republican nomination declares the contest over on first ballot but predicts McKinley will still need support at the convention. He counts contested and uncounted votes, estimating McKinley’s chances and urging a protectionist tariff tied to a sound currency. Aldrich cautions patience as delegates weigh candidates and platforms before St Louis.
Former senator Platt argues McKinley cannot unite the Republican Party he predicts the convention with 460 delegates to nominate and about 10 votes short. he says McKinley’s amiability and tariff views will bring turmoil, favoring other candidates and stirring debate on income and currency questions.
A morning blaze at the Shores Lumber plant and docks in Ashland Wisconsin killed three men and caused an estimated loss near 4780000. Firefighters arrived from Washburn and nearby towns to battle the fire. Nearly 20000000 feet of lumber burned as the flames spread rapidly across water to reach the shore. The dead were Peter Engedman John Nolander and Ole Olson. A spark from a worker’s pipe is suspected. The fire disrupted nearby mills and prompted a rain stoppage at about 11 o clock.
Ruegell A. Alser, ex Governor of Michigan, arrived from Canton to meet McKinley in Akron. General Alger confirms McKinley supports sound money and protection, and plans to travel to New York to persuade Eastern financiers of McKinley’s stance. He does not deny the mission.
Philadelphia report notes Delaware Republican leader Flward ade dicks says in interview delegates to the state convention will back Quay. The remarks follow a victory over ex Senator Higgins in the delegate contest and imply Delaware’s national convention vote favoring Quay.
Lebanon authorities served a May warrant charging Aaron Hain with first degree murder in the killing of John Smith. The coroner scheduled an inquest for tomorrow morning to determine facts in the case.
Akron report says Ferdinand Schumacher, renowned oatmeal magnate, placed his liabilities at 91 million dollars with 9 million in Nepeth assets. The voluntary assignment follows recent heavy losses causing the business setback.
London May reports the Bulletin urges English investors to avoid American securities amid expectations of heavy shipments from New York and the forthcoming preal anomaly ahead of the midyear.
A Havana despatch says five prisoners from the filibuster schooner Competitor—Alfredo Laborde Owen Milton William Kinlea Elias Bella and Theodore Maza—have been sentenced to death. They pleaded not guilty while witnesses said they were unarmed when captured. US Consul Williams protested the trial, and officials debate civil versus military trial and potential appeals as Madrid and Havana weigh cabinet and army navy reviews.
Fair skies and warm temperatures forecast for today with continued warmth. A destructive fire in Ashland prompts lookouts for a regional congressional agenda and cholera warnings in Egypt. Reports cover a killing, sermons, Wyoming church decisions, an editorial on Speaker Rewl s misstep, and local volunteer movement notes alongside yesterday and Saturday sports scores and market reports.
George A. Post, Colonel Hains friend and family representative, disputes claims of suicide. He says Hain wandered from friends and died after being struck by a train while examining depot machinery. Mrs Hain is prostrated. The body arrived in New York and funeral is planned private Tuesday in Danville, Pa.
From Oxage Mexico comes word that federal troops move quickly to quell an uprising near Juquila. Five and nine participants have been shot by official orders. ten Tulin prisoners arrive for trial here and face execution.
Captain J. D. Johnson, longtime Savannah resident, died in the city last night at the age of ninety eight. He was the surviving ranking officer of the Confederate navy and the senior ranking officer by commission in the old United States navy.
Berlin reports show 15 metal works sack workers for not marking May 1. A general strike spreads with 3000 more workers staying at work to back the demand for a nine hour day and 2 percent wage increase. The Berlin Post prints a telegram from the emperor denouncing Christian socialists and urging clergy to refrain from political meddling.
Archbishop Ireland of St Paul told a Missouri Loyal Legion benefit crowd that war, not arbitration, spurs patriotism and shapes nations. He argued civil war settled humanity’s destinies and strong unions defeat for monarchies worldwide, insisting peacemaking cannot replace force.
Archbishop Kala receives the pallium from His Eminence Cardinal Gibbons in a grand St. Louis investiture. Cardinal Gibbons and local clergy preside with eminent church dignitaries from across the country in a ceremony noted for brilliancy and solemnity.
Herald's Vaircense reports fair weather today with mild high temperatures and fresh southerly to westerly winds. Northern areas may see local thunderstorms followed by warmer conditions. Tuesday gloomy to partly cloudy with westerly winds and cooler temperatures, with coast thunder storms possible.
Finleys promotes a special sale on towels aimed at housekeepers to replenish stock. Emphasizes discounts on damask and Huckaback towels and urges customers to take advantage of the lower prices.
Prices shown for fringed towels at 12 14 19 25 and 35 cents each. Hemmed towels offered at 12 14 15 18 and 22 cents each. Hem stitched towels priced from 12 14 18 25 35 48 55 65 75 95 cents and 1.25 and 1.50 dollars each.
Bathtowels offered in multiple dozen quantities with prices 25c to 70c and 35c to 196. Linen bath towels shown as 43 65 75 and 0s each. Bath sheets in regular sizes included in this sale.
Weichel the jeweler offers a line of Bicycle Belts described as novel ties for bicyclists. The ad invites readers to call and inspect the items.
A listed assortment of paints oils and finishes includes Atlantic Lead French Zinc Enamel Paints Carriage Paints Reynolds Pure Celars Reynolds Wood Finish Crockett's Preservative Ready Mixed Tinted Glass Paints Strictly Pure Linseed Oil Guaranteed a diverse range for coating and preservation tasks.
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