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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1897
Page
4
In Harrisburg a wide veto batch confronts the House as Lexow bills, prison labor limits, and trolley eminent domain items move. The Woodruff ethics measure passes second reading while a child is injured by stray gunfire amid a street crowd.
Police pursued a suspect named Gregory in Greenville on May 20 after Alfred Redecker of Shiron arrested him near the National Hotel. Gregory fired, wounding Redecker above the eye. bystanders saw a pursuit as the suspect fled up Penn Avenue.
Mrs. Beth Kine of Mahoningtown, returning from shopping, was approached by a man leading a cow. The cow charged, forced open a door, and attacked the entrance. Neighbors restrained the animal with cribs and lassoed it to a tree after the animal battered the doorway and window.
Willamsport May 10 The grand lodge and Rebekah assembly adjourned sine die and exodus of representatives begins. Morning session handled appeals while the orphanages committee reported pro rata pur capita tax distribution with $800 per home for current expenses totaling $24 750 to distribute. Officers and committees appointed followed by election results listing several Philadelphia Erie and Mahoney City members and officers.
May 20 report from Costello describes a serious railroad accident where a train collided with an open switch, resulting in substantial damage and injuries as crews investigated the site and doctors treated the wounded.
The club with the most votes will receive ten complete uniforms including shirt pants cap belt and stockings made to order by C M Florey sporting goods dealer of 22 Wyoming Avenue They will match the best styles of Eastern league clubs and voting is limited to Lackawanna Luzerne Wayne Susquehanna Monroe Bradford and Wyoming counties The winner will be announced Saturday June 2 Ballots should be sent to Sporting Regular The Tribe Une The Time is short Better begin now.
A Buffalo and Susquehanna freight train derailed after an open switch near Littl Nelson. Engineer Mitchell survived but was severely injured by flying timber. Brakeman Krept was crushed to death beneath a collapsed log car.
The Pittsburg State Medical society heard Dr. Louis J. Lautenbach of Philadelphia argue for active ear treatment over passive care. He urged prompt examination of any ear trouble and referral to capable specialists if needed, condemning family physicians for neglecting ear disease symptoms in early stages.
Miners in the Pittsburg district plan a general strike to restore the 69 cent rate following a Columbus convention action. About twenty three thousand workers exist in the district, though not all may participate. Officials stay reticent as crews are told to halt all individual strikes and resume work until the general strike is ordered.
May 20. In Freemansburg Mrs John W Leh a mother of seven children killed herself after fearing arrest for unpaid installments on silver spoons. Some spoons missing. she left a note blaming debt. She died at her parents home.
Coatesville May 20 The marriage of J Norman Penrose son of the late Hon James Penrose to Miss Jella Corcoran stirred society circles. Penrose owns a large silver mine near Buffalo Wyoming and is reputed one of the county's wealthiest men. His bride comes from a Penrose family domestic.
A. E. Powell, a veteran from Kinsman, and his wife were thrown from a buggy near Orangeville. Powell suffered a fractured skull and severe leg injuries, possibly fatal, while his wife is seriously hurt. The horse died on impact after the six foot fall.
Greensburg Pa Maay W Halph Curry the policeman of Mr Pleasant charged with the murder of Daniel Garland declared not guilty In court Garland was killed while trying to escape arrest. CAUGHT DYNAMITING FISH New Castle May 2 Frank Reno and Frank Buckley were caught dynamiting fish near Wampum last night and were fined which and brought here today to served thirty days in jail THREE MEN HURT IN MINES Dunbar Mayy Robert Bodkin while worked in the Morrell mine was almost buried by a sudden fall of the roof Ho
Report describes two mine injuries. Jamon Martin suffered a crushed foot requiring amputation after a car collision at Mt Braddock mine. Michael Melnerney sustained fatal injuries from a vehicle at Allen mine.
A fragmented list shows teams and clubs including Weat Side Browne West Side Harmonies Lackawannas and Pine Brook Crescents along with several local activity notes. Other entries reference Old Forges Dodgers Green Kridge Actives South Bide Violets and TYCOONS with scattered figures and addresses.
The Tribune lists multiple May challenges from teams on the South Side to others in Lackawanna and surrounding towns. Matches involve Risettes, Madocks, Unions, Minooka, Sunsets, and more with dates from May 20 to May 23, plus venue notes and captains or managers named.
Numerous real estate listings advertise cheap, well located lots near Court House Square and driving parks. Offers include farms and homesites on Green Street and Clay Avenue with maps and circulars from agents Jones and Jadwin. Prices range from modest to several thousand dollars.
Board of Directors announces two stockholders meetings to consider a capital stock rise from 60 000 to 200 000 and the issuance of preferred stock with cumulative dividends. Also called is action on approving debt increase from 14 000 to 120 000 and notice to be given as required by law. D1 Atherton Secretary.
The Mount Lookout Coal Company informs that mortgage bonds numbered 1, 17, 74, 75 and 60 have been designated for redemption on May 20. They will be redeemed at par with accrued interest, payable by Scranton Savings Bank and Trust Company. Interest on these bonds is due June 1807 to holders of record. The notice is signed by Treasurer J. H. Stratton.
The notice appears as an official municipal listing from the Office of the Board of Commissioners of Public Grounds and Buildings. It indicates an action related to property or facilities under city management. Further details are unreadable.
Fragmentary listing notes scavenger and cleaning services with hours and addresses at 1125 Wahburn Street and 1100 N Main Ave. Mentions B Briggs cleaning vaults with improved cleaning results and odor removal. Includes references to Adams and Mulberry and a licker drug store nearby.
Fragmentary notice from Tribune office references a reliable girl seeking a dressmaker or duties with seamstress aims. Mentions positions in city area, likely in Lincoln area, with references to a general office and an accountant role as well.
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