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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1898

Page

8

Wall Map Catalog and Stationery Ad in 19th Century Print

An advertising fragment lists wall maps of Cuba and the world from Rand McNally and a Navy edition atlas, priced around 26 cents to 200 dollars. It promotes scientific American pages, almanacs, fountain pens, paper, envelopes, novel stationery, wall papers, window shades, curtain poles, and children's carriages and wagons.

Cuba West Indies Rand, McNally Co Scientific American

Fragmented notes from Serhan Parke case and town events

A rough transcription describes Serhan Parke and a midley of local happenings. It mentions a protest rally, a petition to the Province, and a street paving dispute affecting traffic and city damage risks. It notes a prominent citizen injured a horse and a display window at the Bookman drawing public interest.

Serhan Parke Cretan Mme Geeres Washington Rome Daimagese

Local residents noted in Williamsport area listings

A jumble of names and brief notes reports Rev Pod Golden of Williamsport and others visiting, returning, or traveling to cities such as New York Boston and Pittsburgh. Mentions of relatives, social visits, and attendance at various events fill the row with scattered references to people and places.

Pod. Golden Williamsport Ity de Gitride Mitstun Ely Myer Duvidew Hasros New York Harry Reynolds Wither Marre Vesterlas Ware Judie Pocono Mountain Brook Fordham Dentiet William Port M. Stratton Veeietdas Alt, Gretna Perma

Old Folks Concert at Lecetm by Local Chorus

A charity style performance by sixty singers from Scranton diocese under J. T. Watking prepares an elaborate minuet centered program at the Lyceum. Mrs Timothy Burke and others organize patronesses and a large audience is expected for the event in Lermanton with Professor Riegel to compose a new minuet.

Scranton J. T. Watking Lyceum Isi Trish Lee Maumement Timothy’ Burke Conrad Schriedier Mics Joe O O' Deben Wilsit Kelly Mise Meturthy Mel Watking Riegel Richt Lermanton

Candidates for President in Catholic Total Abstinence Union

The Kingston convention will name delegates to the national meeting in Avast. Char es F. Lavin of Wilkes-Purre may seek re election amid a lively field that includes C. C. Gallagher M. J Towle and Dente Mackin. Rev Father Mc CHile of Avoen and Clarke Mebaughlin of Freeland also figure as potential candidates.

Catholic Total Atetinence Union Lijocexe Borwntin Kingston de Phesen Avast Chares F. Lavin Wilkes-Purre Wiesed Cope C. C. Gallagher M. J Towle Dente Mackin Wilkes-Thyrre Tietel Ciuerke Mebaughlin Freeland

Perfecting Arrangements for July Fourth Celebration

The United Irish Societies executive committee met to plan a July Fourth event at Athletic Park honoring the centennial of a notable distortion. The Champlain Band of the North will provide music and Hood, Philly of Harlem anticipates an address. James Bweeney of New York and Chamiypton Bheh will participate in athletic events. Attorney John J. Murphy reported on distantly noted wheelites. provisions for refreshments planned.

Aiet Faeteen Ing John Movie James Bweeney New York Chamiypton United States John 4 Muephe Otter J. Campbell

Five boys accused in bottle thefts from Franklin avenue and Spruce street

Five youths including Hutey Win Tyron Wat kins and Jhon Watkins were brought before Alderman Kussen on a charge of stealing bottles from Dr. Murr. The group allegedly took bottles last Saturday and intended to sell them at Rittenhouse and Jenkin. They were released on bail pending costs and value assessment. David McManus is linked to the case, awaiting trial for a separate burglary charge.

Hutey Win Tyron Watkins Jhon. Watkins Dunes Lea Ihern Haan Rhage Sunge Ity Ov Seara Kussen Yestertiy Dr. Murr Franklin Avenue Spruce Street Rittenhouse Jenkin Tavid McManus Seince County Jil May Blume

Recruiting Station Opens in Wilkes Barres Name Involves Army Officers

A recruiting station opened in Wilkes Barre by Lieutenant Ant Dentler of the Regular Army. Lieutenant Charles Denti of the Eleventh United States Infantry, with a sergeant and private, arrived from Mobile to recruit up to 70 men for a three year term or during the war. Lieutenant Denby, once at West Point, is noted as a standout graduate.

Wilkess Barre Ant Dentler Charles Denti Eleventh United States Infantry Tis Company Wilkes-Barre Moble Went Markelstrom Denby Jacol Dentler Went Pivsion Weet Point

State Convention of Endeavorers Plans Secured

An important meeting of the State Christian Endeavor committee in Harrisburg reported progress for the convention to be held in October. Dr George L. Behrwart chaired as committee work progressed with donations, hall arrangements, and decoration plans advancing. The group expects 4000 to 5000 attendees with a platform for 100 and a single convention hall.

Chiatae South Seow Street Usat City Jea Dy George LI Bhewart Mont Ketten Pager Washington Christhin Itig A. W. Gove Cairman Hadi Cheatnut Street Market Hoffer Tmeffer Harrisbiing Musser Scott Mise

Women Arrested for Horse and Carriage Filing Incident

Rose Lee Alice Carey May Goodwin and Irene Melk were brought before Alderman Love after attempting to file a claim related to a horse and carriage at Miley’s. Detective Cuffar arrested Law and Carey at their Franklin Avenue apartments. the horse was found at Moblisen’s hotel Dorvea. The four women paid the Hyersman’s charges and costs and were released after a Tuesday hearing.

Rose Lee Alice Carey May Goodwin Irene Melk Love Serunion Hyersman

Serenade to the Tribune Echoes Over Local Stage

A garbled report notes a tribute to The Tribune referencing a morning performance by Tritune players. The piece hints at praise for a Tuesday program and praises a notable figure tied to the Pent of The Tritie building.

Tritie Uta Wtar

Scranton Doctors Honor Elect Leaders at Interstate Meeting

Report from Hing on the Interstate Minne opathic Medical excitation where officers and local physicians gathered. Dichtrevwster and Ware led the executive committee while Ware presented a paper on a topic titled “Tvitie.”

Alw Interstate Minneopathic Medical Excitation Hing Wumton Tooeday der Flw Lange Thie Ely Wee Down O F Ware Typ Tvitie

Larkin Still At Large After Street Car Incident

Patrik Larkin remains at large after causing rubble and disturbance on Drinker Street car Sunday night. Conductor Stone and Motorman Kyle were in charge of the car. Larkin allegedly took possession and fled after stopping at Wherry. Stone says Larkin hurled stones at him and Kyle after leaving the car.

Patrik Larkin Wherry Stone Leirkin Kyle Larkin

Diplomas Forwarded to Successful Examination Pupils

Superintendent Yoylor forwarded diplomas to pupils who passed the examination yesterday. The event recognizes student achievement and marks the end of a formal assessment period.

Rehools Yoylor

Teaching board forms for examination results

The article lists the exam board members including Professor Tr. J. Maretti and Miss Berthard Well among others. It reports a class of twenty three students, mentions several names of successful examinees and ties in the meritorious contestants. It notes future exams at Clark's Superintendent and discusses certification procedures and credit for provisional certificates.

Moemonw Faturday Tr. J. Maretti Berthard Well Quaie Bell Sam Me Anileww Meee Stern Btella Prien Moy Frehingerling Mikwes Lens Dries Obde Winifred Siegel Hattie Nebie Mikeoe Wilfur Bertha View Tirtant Samuel Walie Daniel Canfnern Clark Puplié Ransom Seth Aldnertomn Ghenhiyn Dalton

Meeting of Builders Exchange Profitable and Informative

A meeting of the Builders Exchange Tuesday night focused on building permits and new rules. Members discussed proposals and related matters presented for consideration, with emphasis on the permit process and related issues.

OF Builders’ Exchange Aleietine Rolldete Exchange

Delayed Appeal Trial for Decree Van Horn Postponed

The new trial date for Decree Van Horn has been moved from the initial lineup at the York and Lancaster county cases to June, likely the 2nd. Attorneys delay paper filings ten days prior as required, citing readiness. Van Horn, held since the 19% murder, remains in poor health and faces possible gallows despite efforts to delay.

van Horn York Lancaster County von Tlorn Attornes Moxtire Wellonian Thayer Welk Vlvete Cletriot Jones Ars. Wescott Jane Wis van Horn Ie

One-Legged Bethlehem Man Fined In Drunkenness Case

Tennie O Donnell did not appear and was arraigned in police court. Alderman Keston fined him $2 for drunkenness. the pocketbook theft charge was not prosecuted as O Donnell paid $1.55 to compromise the matter.

Tennie O' Donnell Bethlehem Wilkes-Barre Prolice Keston O' Donnell

Fraternal Visit to Wilkes Barre Planned by Elks

Scranton Wilee of Elks will make a fraternal visit to Wilkes-Barre on Wellner evening. On the count of the increase in membership the local lodge will hold a meeting in Concordia Hall. Haller's band will accompany the event and join Alexanders band on arrival.

Scranton Wilee of Elks Wilkes-Barre Incr Concordia Hall Haller Alexanders

Visiting the Schools Committee Report Progress

The teachers committee of the board reviews current school work and plans improvements. It is likely the committee will complete its work today after examining the year’s efforts and next steps.

Oona Yale Uee

Prison Wardens and Election Board Clash in Luzerne

James McAndrews of Pinins faced closure as the Luzerne County election board met Tuesday afternoon to report on McAndrews of Olwins and other candidates for the peoreitien. A runaway parade car on the Wilkes-Barre run disrupted the event while Rich Charles Newting of Tannersville was noted as a gravel worker involved in the day’s proceedings.

Peiseur Booard Luxerne County Jai McAndrews Olwins Wien James My Keone Elie Uheye Botha Mr McAnirew Parry Old Kradtern Charles Newting Tannersville Newelig Inbwrort

Excelsior Club Opens Its House With Dance and Supper

The Excelsior Club held a dinner and dance for about 40 couples to mark its new Washington Avenue house. A national flag graced the main floor, the supper was served by Harrie, and Bauer led the music with additional orchestra members. A committee led by S Lebeck organized the event, with plans for future additions such as a swimming pool, lockers, and a basement kitchen.

Washington Aupper Whith Harrie Bauer Lebeck Charles Wioieer Isadore Couman David Puhrman Rashekeller

Rapier Young Peoples Union Annual Meeting Planned

The Rapier Young Peoples Union of the Abington association will hold its annual meeting at Penn Avenue Baptist church with about sixty out of town delegates expected. Rev J Derren Browe of Waverly will preside in the afternoon session and speeches and papers will be read on church youth relations and junior work.

Rapier Young Peoples’ Union Pockville Mies Kriebaum AL. Watkineg Paceteryville Luther Keller Pierre Arthur Luzerne Avene Pithion

Ungrateful guest theft at Waverly home

A young man staying with WD Spencer at Waverly stole valuables during the night and fled by morning. He claimed to be from New Milford, but the report doubts his truthfulness. Mrs. M. A. Flanagan will stay at Hotel Derimyn Thursday and Friday displaying Paris pawns and other wares.

WD Spencer Waverly New Milford Mra

Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway Promoted

The article extols the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway highlighting safety punctuality comfort and equipment. It notes government selection for fast trains and encourages travel between Buffalo Cleveland Toledo Chicago and western and southern regions.

Lake Shore Michigan America United States Hiffals Polite Lecure Bhere

Cram New Edition Promises Critical War News Insight

A note promotes a new edition of a work described as essential for war coverage. Readers are invited to obtain it by sending a card to Oratum, man per, Dox 299, Scranton, Pa. The message emphasizes its masterly quality and usefulness alongside current war reporting.

Oratam Manper Scranton

Unseasonable Weather Triggers Corset Sale Rush

In this notice readers faced with unseasonable weather rush to buy corsets as stock and coupons drive a last chance sale. Advertisers promise best value and urge coupon collection or use of last week’s paper to obtain Corset aid discounts before prices rise.

Piuras and various colors offered by Hagehoen Brothers

Local listings show a large stock of piuros in all colors and prices from Hagehoen Brothers, Haws, Whit. The ad emphasizes broad selection and competitive pricing across styles.

Hagehoen Brothers Haws Whit

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