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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1902

Page

8

Retired Canadian sojourn interrupts by future plans and events

Edward Fersonal Nes returns from a pleasant Canadian sojourn and will resume work with the Steel company. Several acquaintances attend social events including a twenty fourth anniversary party. A convention trip is noted for Locomotive Brotherhood and a private service is planned in Sullivan county.

Edward Longley Nes Canada Ware Ty Wall Witla Bron and Steel Company Misa Nan Nyiol GH Vmraykliy Abe Maveting di Melowell J. J. Williame Molland Opcasio Tele Murrigge Tolly Toul Uni Mix Waleter Seeley Mir Charles Sheluy Norfolk The Brotherhood of Locomotive Bugle Magiertate Millar Teavon Midwilligg Tudor Sullivan County Seviences Pinon

Relief Donations Open for Martinique Disaster Sufferers

Postmaster Mery Ripple announces, per President Roosevelt, donations to aid Martinique quake victims. Contributions in money only will be received and donors will receive printed acknowledgment of receipt.

Mery Ripple Roosevelt Martinique

Pain Batin Praised By Mrs Hoagelgans For Rheumatism

Mrs Anna Hoagelgans of Cuckahoe New Jersey lauds Chamberlain Pain Batin as the best family liniment. She notes her husband's sprained back improved quickly and says she recommends it to many with universally high remarks. Sold by all druggists.

Chamberlain Anna Hoagelgans

Amicable Settlement Reached in Freepags Case Longstreet

In a Gouldsboro court yesterday a private settlement ended the freepags case TKFF ON Edwards versus Dr. B P Longstreet with a verdict for the defendant. Attorneys described a neighbor dispute as the cause and noted Longstreet’s friendship funded $1700 in advances. The judge praised the open court agreement and the lack of personal stain for any party. A second case, Ida Campbell vs James Hilton, sought $125 for board with disputes over additional damages. Jurors adjourned after rediscovering missing juror Joseph Stout while Orlando Rozelle v B S Lewis proceeded in the same courtroom.

Tk.ff ON. Edwards 8. P. Longstreet Warren and Torey Privntie Scragg O'Brien Dr. Longstreet Edwards Oppconent Ida Cammpbell James H. Hilton Campbell Hilton Orlando Rozelle B.S. Lewis Superior Court Wheaton

Mark K. Edgar and G F Rey Reynolds sue Callendar bondsmen

Mark K Edgar and G F Rey Reynolds filed suit against 8 N Callendar and bondsmen J F Callender and Nathan Callender. They had prior suits entered April 2 1901 with verdicts of 446 70. Callender appealed to the superior court posting 1000 bonds with J J and Nathan as sureties. On March 11 the superior court upheld the verdict, execution issued against 8 N Callender, sheriff found no assets to levy, bondsmen issued.

Mark K. Edgar G. F. Reynolds N. Callendar Nathan Callender N. Canlender Callender J. J N. Callender

Probate actions in Scranton estates this week

The will of Charles Tellie of Scranton admitted to probate with no letters granted. In Thomas Carroll's estate of Scranton, J J Crogan received letters of administration. Polack MacGuinness of Scranton had a will admitted to probate with letters testamentary granted to Willen McGuinness.

Charles Tellie Scranton Thomas Carroll J. J. Crogan Polack MacGuinness Willen McGuinness

Probate hearing continues in Ryan estate disputes

In the orphans court proceeding for the estate of Dridget A Ryan, testimony on credits, vouchers, and expenditures was heard with objections to authority, charges, and double billing. The hearing resumes June 2 at 9 a.m. for further testimony and notes a separate session May 4 at 11 a.m. in Frederick Simon case.

Dridget A Ryan P. J. Honan J. BE. Ryan Frederick Simon Marearet Noone Et

Petition to Sell Real Estate in Gordon Case

A petition by P. F. Gordon as guardian was granted to sell real estate to William J. Tighe for 1250 dollars at private sale. C. B. Woodruff represented the petitioner. In the Stevens estate distribution matter testimony was taken and A. J. Colburn appeared for the accountant as claims for fund allowances were presented.

P. F. Gordon Ruirdlan William J. Tighe C. 8. Woodruff S. P. Stevens A. J. Colburn

Court actions and rulings detailed in a set of probate and civil cases

An opinion filed in multiple cases describes actions to show cause and writ tests. Judges allowed decrees and new trials, with verdicts for defendants in several civil matters. Proceedings reference parties such as Brink, Gregory, Lois Connor, Ruth Bue wards, and Patrick Grice against DAdines Roa d Company.

Jaimine B. Brink Gregory Lois Connor David Z. Edwateia Sardine Ruth Buewards

Municipal surplus eyed at forty thousand dollars

City officials project a total year surplus near 40 000 dollars from multiple sources. Costello estimates a surplus between 10 000 and 15 000 and liquor license receipts may exceed Howell’s prior figures, prompting anticipated ordinances to appropriate the extra funds. Council members plan several new schemes not included in the current appropriation.

Costello Howell

Night baseball lights up Scranton with electric glow

In Scranton a novelty baseball game was played by electric light at night. Manager Al Lawson used a portable plant to illuminate the field, enabling Scranton to beat Wilkes-Barre 8 to 6 as Kelleher pitched five innings. Lawson plans to tour with the lighting setup.

Arctic Klondikers al Lawson Scranton Kelleher Lawson Wilkes-Barre

Advertising Principles From Forepaughs Show

The article argues advertising drives business, using circus campaigns as proof. It urges comparing entire city advertising to storefront signs and large firms, concluding success follows strong, visible promotion. The piece notes the Forepaughs show will visit the city next Tuesday.

Adam Forepaugh Sells

Joint Anti Speakeasy Accord Formed in Two Counties

A joint meeting of the Lackawanna and Luverne counties liquor associations voted to unite for aggressive action against speakeasies. A board of 27 governors will uncover and report illegal beer sales to the executive committee for actions. President Dilcher of the Lackawanna decoration led the effort and became president of the joint group.

Retuil Uquor Association Tluackawanna Luverne Mqnor Mm Herise Dilcher Lackawanna Dacoration

Bittenbender and Co Barbed Wire Ad and Medical Office

An advertisement lists Bittenbender & Co at 16 and 128 Franklin Ave offering barbed wire and mentions Dr Lindabury a surgeon specializing in diseases of women with offices in the 215 Connell Building. Hours appear as 11 a.m. to 7 to 8 p.m.

Lindabury Connell Building Todp

Auction Sale This Day At 10 A M

Auction sale announced for 10 a m featuring fine household goods including furniture silverware crockery paintings clothing bedding and other items. Proceeds go to pay debts with sale held at a local location and terms to the highest bidder.

Eljlin Cathy Saly Db Wa

Summer Homes on Line of Southern Railway

The Southern Railway issues a neat attractive Summer Homes folder for 1902 with lists of hotels and boarding houses and rates at seaside and mountain resorts along its line. Regions include the Virginia Tennessee Kentucky and Carolinas. Charles T. Hopkins district passenger agent 828 Chestnut Street Philadelphia will supply copies on request.

Southern Railway Virginia Tennessee Kentucky Caroltinas Charles T. Hopkins Chestnut Street Philadelphia

Doctor offers inhouse treatment for drunkenness and morphine habit

A physician announces a private program to cure drunkenness and morphine dependence by admitting a limited number of patients to his house for treatment. The service cites numerous testimonials and invites inquiries at Box 10 Tribune office.

Boxfio Tribune

Car Load of Barbed Wire Seized in Franklin Ave Incident

A car load of barbed wire was reported at 16 and 125 Franklin Avenue as BITTENBENDER & O. handled the matter. No injuries noted and authorities advised routine safety checks.

Bittenbender &O Franklin Ave

Burns Takes Second Place In Tribune Education Contest

All leaders in The Tribune educational contest shift positions with second place going to Burns and others changing spots. Rodriguez and Shepherd also improve their standings while seven vacant places remain to be filled.

Tribune Rodriguez Shepherd

Contenders Listed in Scranton Area Standings

The record shows a long list of contestants with towns including Scranton Carbondale Hallstead Olyphant Forest and others. Notable names include A J Kellerman Charles Burns Herbert Thompson Wm T Rodrigues Maxwell Shepherd Harry Madden Louis McCusker O J Clark John Dempsey Miss Beatrice Harpur Wm Sherwood Homer Kresge Chas O Boyle Miss Edna Coleman Nellie Avery Emanuel Bucci Chas W Dorsey R D Dorsey Edgar Wilson Jr and Hugh Johnson with scores 64 57 53 noted at the end.

Polnta A. J. Kellerman Scranton Charles Burns Wandling Herbert Thompson Carbondale Eveessoves Wm. T Rodrigues Albert Freedman Bellex Maxwell Shepherd Harry Madden Grant M. Decker Hallstead Gonca

Kellerman Maintains Lead in Tribune Educational Contest

The Tribune reports shifting standings in the Educational Contest with A. J. Kellerman still in first by a wide margin. Charles Burns rises to second from fourth, Herbert Thompson drops to third, William Rodriguez moves to fourth, Albert Freedman slides to fifth, Maxwell Shepherd up to sixth, and John Dempsey climbs from nineteenth to fifteenth as seven vacancies remain to be filled.

Tribune A. J. Kellerman Charles Burns Wandling Herbert Thompson Williame Rodriguez Albert Freedman Maxwell Shepherd John Dempsey Scranton Tribune Scranton

Rare criminal action against Nay Aug saloon keeper

Mrs. Louise Devine of Nay Aug filed a rare misdemeanor against Wir Bish a Nay Aug saloon keeper under a 1840s law making it illegal to sell liquor to an habitual drinker after a family member requests. Bish waived a hearing and gave bail for appearance after Magistrate Millan received the information.

Wir Bish Nay Aug Louise Devine Nay Auge Anget Assembly Devine Fish Millan Bull

Local Post Office to Hire Five New Clerks

Tite announced that on and after July 1 the clerical force at the local post office will be increased by five. Four of the new clerks will be assigned to duty in the general post office.

Paine's Celery Compound Promises Wide Cures

An advertisement extols Paine's Celery Compound as a universal remedy with claims of ninety percent success in banishing long standing diseases. It cites diverse users from city clerks to lawyers and clergymen and urges May as a month to boost health for the nervous, rheumatic, and digestive ailments, kidney and liver troubles.

Paine Iife

Beware of Imitations of Diamond Dyes Notice

Warning to customers to ask for Diamond Dyes only and avoid imitations. A new clerical appointment from the civil service eligible list is planned as the West Scranton branch station opens. The office currently employs twenty five clerks.

West Scranton

Celebration of Transfer of Cuban Government by Spanish War Veterans

Gen J P S Gobin leads Spanish War Veterans in a May 20 transfer celebration at the G A I hall. The event honors Cuba's government transfer to Cuban people with music lunch and talks by GA 2 and Spanish war veterans. Captain Thomas F. Murphy to share campaign incidents in the Philippines. Lewis B Carter Michard J Bourke David Thames John Davis and Edwin K Connelly organize.

J. P. 8S. Gobin Island of Cuba G. A. I. Hall Philippines Thomas F. Murphy Lewis B. Carter Michard J. Bourke David Thames John Davis Edwin Kk. Connelly

New Jersey Central Introduces Hourly Trains to Philadelphia

The New Jersey Central announces hourly trains from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. between New York and Philadelphia with modern equipment and rock ballast track. All trains go directly to Reading Terminal without changes and many complete the trip in about two hours. Service begins May 18 and is distinct from the Royal Blue line due to its independent Philadelphia route.

New Jersey Central New York Philadelphia Reading Terminal Reading

Umbrellas and Parasols Direct from Manufacturer

30 percent on the dollar when you purchase direct from the manufacturer. Our line of umbrellas and parasols is large and complete and embraces all the latest patterns. We guarantee all our goods. 313 Spruce Street.

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Modark Bardwars Ston Peerless Iceland N. Washington Ave Hardenbergh School of Music and Art Carter Linden Street Baby Bazaar Washington Avenue Peter N. Haan Mulbery Street Nettletons Burr Building Green Trading Stamps Peon Avenue Jlabed Fersonal ST. Pierre Truror Stout Gouldsboro J. Alfred Pennington Adams Avenue and Linden St Register of Wills Office Sateeneeeserees Gcorud Tenenvesennes Corny Michel Mitt Atle Sooo Yeeieeeeeeress Hotl Grooh Sceamon Venato Wits Lice Cueu Eee Scranton Willlat L Court House News Notes Lancaster Electric Light Lackawanna Luzerne Just Bittenbender & CO Penn Avenue Hardwick Burns Kellerman Columbia River Umbrella Manufacturing Co Spruce Street Whealbarrows Wee Cramer-Wells Co Wyoming Ave John D. Boyle Clothier Lackawanna Ave Dickson Scranton and Olyphant Keane JN Avot Eee Nee G Roc Nea Maloney Oil & Manufacturing Company Meridian Street
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