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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1898
Page
7
The Scranton market touts a ten inch bicycle shoe for girls that supports the ankle better than an oxford and is less confining than a knee boot. Available in soft black and brown kid skin with corrugated soles in all sizes at maker's price.
The Wilkes-Barre Record can be obtained at M. Meinhardt news stands located at 19 Wyoming Avenue Mac Lackawanna Avenue in Secrenton.
The printing committee met in city hall to review bids for city printing. Bids were read earlier. remaining deliberations postponed to tonight with full attendance expected. The paying committee discussed paving Quincy avenue and Lackawanna avenue projects with asphalt. The street and bridges committee met last night with matters pending tonight.
Street Commissioner Dunning directs workers to widen and brick in the Fourth district main sewer where a large Washington avenue culvert traps dirt and debris. Severe rain backs water and floods nearby properties, prompting council to appropriate funds and crews to standardize the line.
Martin McDonald of Carbondale was fined five dollars after being arrested by Special Officer Durkin for boarding the 10 oclock New York train at the Delaware Lackawanna and Western station. He climbed the engine and coal bunker but was stopped before fully aboard. The incident, linked to a plan to enlist in the navy, followed heavy drinking and ended with payment of the fine by a friend.
Willam Welly's carriage horse in Quincy Avenue fed on fresh grass at home and pulled off its bridle during the entanglement with the tie strap. It then bolted and struck a fire hydrant at Mulberry Street, injuring itself and wrecking the carriage. A veterinarian treated multiple wounds with stitching. the horse is expected to recover.
A long streetcar on the Providence line derailed yesterday near Lackawanna avenue and Penn, with the forward cars following a switch while others stayed on the opposite track. The car blocked traffic, required a wreck car and a large crew to lift back onto rails, and disrupted a passing procession.
John T. Howe Samuel Stevens and FE D Hughes of this city witnessed the annual commencement exercises at the Harford Soldiers Orphan school. Captain Bkinner of Chambersburg and Mr Foster of Bellefonte were the only members of the school commission present. the exercises were described as very interesting.
A Newton farmer was arrested by Alderman Kass on a charge of possessing three cans owned by the Scranton Dairy company. He claimed depot confusion led to the mix up, agreed to return the cans and pay costs, and was discharged. The dairy firm reports ongoing losses from missing cans.
A carriage from the city struck a ditch at Peckville on Tuesday night. Occupants Lafayette Nought and Robert Blackmore were thrown out. Nought sustained serious injuries while Blackmore escaped with minor bruises.
The John Boyle O'Reilly Council of the Young Men's Institute will host a patriotic entertainment on May 30 in the Lackawanna Avenue rooms. City Solicitor McGinney will give an address on patriotism and stereopticon views will feature the Maine and prominent public figures.
The Riverside breaker above Peckville owned by Ontario and Western railway suffered a major blaze between 9 and 11 p m. insurance may reach 50 000 with damage around 75 000. About 460 workers were affected as the fire destroyed the shaft and breaker while leaving the boiler house and other structures intact.
John MecNiff of Luzerne street suffered severe injuries yesterday at Hampton mines when a blast fired as a warning echoed. He stepped into a cross-cut to join a neighbor, was struck by coal, bruised and shaken, and taken to Moses Taylor hospital for treatment.
The Wilkes-Barre base ball club transfers control to a ten-man syndicate including Messie Stegmaier Lazarus Tammany and Davis. The change hands the team and its effects to new ownership.
A new syndicate assumes control of all Wilkes-Barre affairs following a transfer of the franchise. Officers include George J. Stegmaier as president, Isaac B. Long as vice president, FE Davis as treasurer, W S Rutledge as correspond ing secretary, Fred J Kropp as financial secretary, with Slepmaler Davie and Long as managing directors.
The Lang staff and Kelley contest hearing proceeded with no vote disqualifications. A tax receipt showed 149 percent and a 6 altered to 7 by pen. Witness lists named Patrick Mann sr Myles Wren and many from wards Seven and Twelve. The hearing resumes this morning as Kelley’s team plans to challenge the bill of particulars before Judge Archbald.
Drs Newbury Webb at Lackawanna hospital used X rays to examine a jaw injury and two ankle dislocations. George Weaver of Dunmore, who shot himself Saturday night, may be placed under the rays to locate a bullet in his abdominal cavity. He rests well but the bullet poses a danger of irritation and blood poisoning.
Joshua Miller, a fifteen year old colored boy, was arrested on a complaint by his father George Miller who called him incorrigible and likely to become a tramp. Alderman Howe ordered the boy released, noting he is better off away from his father, who admitted neglect for two or three years. The boy supports himself by blacking boots.
Misa Jessie Creutzburg sues landlord A L Solomon in Alderman Kasson court over damages from repeated removal and replacement of slops in the hallway of a Lackawanna Avenue dwelling. The case notes ongoing conflict and unclear monetary claim.
Mrs Annie Craplinekt of Priceburg sues Frank Sygucks before Alderman Kasson for $15 rent. The dispute stems from family ties and a second marriage. Sygucks claims he paid building and premiums for four years and owns a share, while Craplinekt accuses him of fabricating arrears to justify a claim.
Patrick W Joyce, Bellevuement dealer, married Miss Ellen F Lavie at Holy Cross church at 11 yesterday. Rev W P ODonnell officiated. George Lavis, bridegroom's brother, was best man and Bridget Walsh bridesmaid. The couple left for New York for their honeymoon after a wedding dinner.
The remains of William Elliott who died Tuesday at Lackawanna hospital remain unclaimed as inquiries to locate relatives yield no answer. As customary, the body will be sent to Philadelphia today for dissection.
Honesdale Pa May 11 The main Waymart business place ten miles from Honesdale burned this morning. Owned by F R Varcoe it housed a general store and dwelling with barber shop and public hall. Varcoe and his mother were rescued from the second story in their night clothes. Loss about 12000 with 6900 insured.
Nashville reports Reverend Ruchman, pastor of the Swedenbergian church at Gruetti in Grundy County, was assassinated last night by unknown assailants. He was shot while reading near a window. he died after moving to another room. Police and hounds are seeking the killer, with motive linked to a sermon the previous morning.
Colonel J T Torrey arrived in Cheyenne Wyoming May 11 and started forming a regiment of cowboy cavalry. The bidding board will pay 110 per head to secure the best horses. Applications exceed available slots with recruits from Nevada Colorado Idaho Utah and seven troops from Wyoming. Wyoming volunteers mustered into service and encamped ready for the war department.
Boot and shoe maker offers orders from L.745 up Moen's soles and heels 600 Ladies sales and heels All work guaranteed Penn Avenue Scranton Pa.
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