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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1899
Page
3
Our store showcases splended pianos with advanced style and finish far beyond competing wholesale costs. We offer them at unbelievably low prices because we buy cash, require down payments, run no trial costs, and avoid unnecessary expenses. Latest models available at half price to buyers on trial.
The All Wilkes Barre Bowling team plans to reign a series tonight against the Scranton Elks at their alleys. Deputy City Treasurer P J Ruane won the bicycle in a drawing conducted at VHuru’s store Monday night. The Carpenters union Taudies auxiliary will hold its first annual ball in Carpenter’s hall Wednesday evening in May. Frank Taylor of Rugeleyville reports a lost wallet containing four dollars morning and evening, suspecting a pickpocket. Inspection postponed due to unspecified reasons.
Postponed water inspections, Memorial Day gathering for the Oakford union, sewer work on Honéme street and Von Bierch avenue, and school board quorum efforts. Local crime, court, circus reports, and public notices include a hospital admission for John Pettigrew, coroner investigation into Mrs Woolkers, and Malicious Mischief charges against John McAndrew.
Norton's advertises a limited time sale on cloth bound books starting at five cents. Many titles offered at half, two thirds, and one third off list prices. Inspect and compare stock and prices. shoppers urged to see honest competition at Norton's Store.
Memorial day committee schedules a grand parade and cemetery ceremonies to honor fallen veterans. Old and new veterans will march with school children assisting in decorations, under superintendent Howell’s approval, with detailed drill and formation routes through Wyoming avenue and Linden street and a city hall review by officials.
Mrs Mathilde Hichter of Doniphan Nebraska credits Peru na for relief from long standing catarrh and life changes. Col Hamilton of Columbus Ohio also endorses Peru na for women’s health. Free book by Dr Hartman Health and Beauty offered.
The Thirteenth regiment P V I and Grand Army of the Republic invite veterans to Memorial Day events. Assemble 1 Welock May 10 on Wyoming Avenue between Mulberry and Vine. Parade at 2 p m Memorial Day with a Guernsey Hall event in the evening.
Readers write in with views on current topics as the Tribune notes it will not be responsible for opinions expressed. letters include writers names and are published when accompanied by Identification.
W E Emilth reports clerks at Smith's cash store protested for 6 PM closing. Smith acquiesced to 7 PM with pay cuts and layoff risks, locking doors at 6 PM if needed. Building Trades council and unions back the clerks in seeking fair treatment. Scranton May 2.
Delegates from Lackawanna and Wyoming districts met in Hulbert's hall to reorganize District No for the United Mine Workers. About fifty delegates representing unions with some 7,000 members attended. names of officers and delegates were not released. resolutions praised Central Labor Union and organizer Benjamin James for their work. report covered Pottsville and Schuylkill regions.
At Professor Southworth’s studio near Powell’s Music last night Miss Maye Stata Peck headlined a recital assisted by Miss Ellen Scranton Stites and others. The young pianist impressed guests with Beethoven and Chopin, while Miss Stites and Miss Freeman with Mr. Gippel provided delicate ensembles. The event reflected the refined taste typical of Southworth’s entertainments.
The condition of Norman Wheeler of Keyser avenue remains unchanged after his attempted self harm. Dr. Phaddoe, his attending physician, visited yesterday and found him semi conscious and not improving, with age working against recovery.
Norristown police report a colored burglar Charlee Mantel in custody for alleged crimes in Norristown and Wilkes Barre. Mantel, a recently escaped Columbus Ohio penitentiary inmate, is linked with others including John Lloyd and Morgan Harris of Olyphant in an entanglement with an Italian and his wife.
In Raymond court yesterday morning A C Cameron, suspected pick pocket arrested during circus day activities, was paid fines of 10 and 5 dollars in police court and allowed to go yesterday.
A money saving sale lists new goods acquired after a fire with prices cut to move stock quickly. Items include Toilet Sets at 2.49 to 3.50 value, washing machines around 2.75, enameled pots and sauce pans priced at a few cents, and a strong emphasis on low sale prices to attract penny buyers.
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