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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1899
Page
7
In Carbondale the Memorial Day races at Anthracite Park run under the Gentlemen's Driving Club. The 250 class and free-for-all promise strong entries with similar entrance. Officials expect fast times this season and hope valley horses stay out of the strong racer field.
The criminal theft case of Prof. T Hockenberry against John Porkes, formerly of this city and now with the Scranton Republican, will be heard in court today. EL Reynolds is subpoenaed by the prosecutor as part of the proceedings. The case stems from an article in the Scrantonian allegedly written by Mr. Forbes and has generated strong interest, with Tribune court reports anticipated.
Residents on Park Street clash over proposed curb and grading work. Supporters cite Lincoln Avenue as a model while opponents argue the project won’t help the street and could raise costs for property owners.
George Fowler of Fowler & Bronson has purchased Mr Bronson's interest and will run the business at the old Dundaff Street mill. Formal dissolution set for June 1. Fowler will be assisted by his sons BR GB and Th OW in continuing the firm’s long established work.
Miss Margaret Leary of Canaan street and John J Nallin of Dundatt Street were married at St Rowe of Lima church last evening. The couple have many friends who wish them happiness as they begin their life together.
Mrs BE OC Harniden of Salem Avenue visits son Moses Harmen in Olyphant. Frederick Havenstein accepts a position with G. W. Reynolds & Son. Dr H Wheeler paid a professional visit. ER D Lathrop ill. Mrs Augusta Baker visits son A S Baker of Scranton. Young Lady Workers of Presbyterian Church plan music evening. Mrs Crane’s Lincoln Avenue home repainted. Mrs Charles Evans to host Thursday Reading Circle. Mrs L A Bassett hosts guests for Mrs George Smith. Mrs W T Paul returns to Oneonta. Miss Bessie Corby to Ithaca, N Y. Mrs J W Atherton ill. Mayor and Mrs Kilpatrick to Philadelphia and Atlantic City. Richard Cornell leaves New York for England. Mr and Mrs Boots Benscoter back from Pittsburg. Mrs W W Copeland and Grace visiting Nineveh. M J Horan visits Scranton. Families attend Thomas Quinney funeral in Honesdale. Joseph Herbert moves cigar store to Roberts & Reynolds office. Many old soldiers feel war’s strain. Geo S Anderson of Rossville, Pa. reports rheumatic trouble and praises Chamberlain’s Palm Balm. Local demand and prices noted. Matthew Bros. as agents.
Blakely borough pursues a Silk mill company seeking to locate in Fleckville. After delays the trade group has gained momentum and aims to complete initial work to attract the firm. The firm desires a site within the borough and would hire local citizens once established.
Prospective deal aims to begin construction of a mill around June 2 with one hundred looms and about eighty workers forecast. The offer promises factory sites and first class inducements to locating firms, claiming Pedgille as best in the valley for shipping and benefits. Mrs Newton and daughter Miss Hartlet visit Mrs N V Mace in Nicholson. Hood products touted for tiredness and digestive relief.
Joseph Jay a well known mine foreman in Jermyn and Mayfield was injured when the carriage descended and pulled him back into the shaft after he stepped off to the landing. He suffered internal injuries and shock and was taken home for aid. The report mentions other local happenings and social notes from the area.
Fragmentary line describes an entry into the Delaware and Hudson colliery from near a creek at the back of a planing mill. Details are sparse and place names are briefly cited.
Forest City plans a closing evening with a Mother Goose carnival and a variety show featuring German peasantry scenes, the Song of Hiawatha, and more. The third annual commencement will also be held in the opera house Friday with graduates listed led by Miss Griffiths delivering the valedictory. Miss Gilchrist is salutatorian.
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