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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1894
Page
8
An advertisement promotes Beecham’s pills for biliousness headaches dyspepsia heartburn torpid liver dizziness and constipation. It claims constipation as the most frequent cause and lists B F Allen Co 365 Canal St New York as the contact for free booklets and purchases at drugstores.
A brief look at the Foremost Line of American made figured silks. The designs are sprightly and the quality is superior making the silks desirable even before considering style. The line would sell on design and quality alone.
A ragged boy entered Tax Collector Stewart's office and offered a dime in exchange for soap to wash himself under a hydrant. After washing, the tax collector said the dime was the best money he had ever earned. The boy retorted that the tax office had “played with my business.” A note on a new wooden harp by Porre brothers is also mentioned, with resin gloves and fir strips for strings.
Wash a bunch of asparagus and boil gently for half an hour in a pan with boiling water. Remove from water, trim tops, and set aside. Boil a quart of new milk, press the asparagus through a colander into the milk, thicken with butter and flour, add tops, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
Wash and dry lettuce and place in a dish. Make a dressing from a half cup clear hot ham gravy and a cup of good vinegar. Stir in a little sugar, pepper and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly with the dry lettuce for a flavorful relish.
A collection of baking instructions mixes molasses with flour, butter, egg, hot water and spices. It mentions soda dissolved in water and lists ginger and cinnamon as flavorings.
Bucklow's Arnica Salva claims to heal cuts bruises sores ulcers salt fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money refunded. Price two cents per box. For sale by Matthews Bros, 7
Rain failed to dampen crowds at Memorial Day events in Carbondale. A flag is raised on Salem avenue with the Grand Army of the Republic Lone of Veterans and local bands, the flag unfurled amid a shower of small flags. Hugh Powderly hoisted the flag on High Street as Rev. A Jones spoke in Watts due to rain, with George Gillis and Dr. A E Burr among the attendees.
Miss Kate Gardner and Miss Lodusky Barnes enjoyed social days with friends at Denmore and East Lemon while Miss Lena Stark visited, Paul Cure called at the academy. The Young Men's Christian Association held a grove meeting. The fourth annual banquet on Friday May 18 drew about eighty people including faculty. Toastmaster BF Thomas led a program with poetry readings and tributes. Cream from Mrs A N Capwell highlighted the menu. Invited guests included Roy Wiltur and wife, Rev and Mrs M J Watkins, Mr and Mrs W N Manchester and Miss Nellie Dyliraw.
Hon W N Curtin was in town for a gathering. H A Ward returned to Scranton after visiting friends in town and Hollisterville. Miss Anon Harder is again in town. Miss Price who scalded herself on Saturday is improving little if any. T B Orchard is attending physician. Arial and Salem baseball teams are set to play at Salem on Saturday at 2 o'clock.
The Trip-One now offers readers any one of twenty parts of the America portfolio for ten conte. All parts are ready and marketed as a premier collection of popular photographic views in prints. Send stamps or cash. no coupon needed.
Hallstead items report residents visiting relatives in Binghamton Scranton and Thompson. Farewell services honor Henry Curry at the Railroad Y M C A with reception for new secretary W W Adair. Local meetings, departures, and church notices fill the town news.
Marriage notice for Rita Callendar and Rev. William J. Guest at the Baptist church. Various visits and obituaries noted including James F. Cowans learning of his father's death in Freeland. Floral Sunday planned at M B church. Local officials at a parade. Several residents visiting relatives in Carbondale Pittston and Fleetville. Memorial services held at the Methodist Episcopal church with address by Charles E. Olver. Miscellaneous notes on health remedy and local anecdotes.
Rain dampened ceremonies as veterans and local groups gathered for a cemetery tribute. Members from Monsey's Tribe LO KM and Jermyn Citroens band attended with brief exercises at 1 a.m. A festival in the evening drew a large crowd despite the weather.
J F Edwards and family of Glenburn visited friends in town last Sunday. Mrs Stevens is improving in health only. F W Hartford of the Signal is building a new home on the Schoonmaker plot. Mrs Olde moved into a house of T E Carr & Son. George L Adams of Stroudsburg, Union Tanning superintendent, made a business trip here. Professor J A Taylor held a receiver's examination Tuesday. A board of trade meeting discussed the constitution and by laws with reports of progress.
A lightning strike damaged EF Werktwiser’s barn in Haun township igniting the structure despite rain. Mrs. Davis Keller toppled ill in her cellar on Main Street. A Prohibition era style picnic planned by the Farmers Alliance in Kiatheery Grove. Bart Kintner named agent at the Wilkes Barre depot. Epworth League delegates named for Lehigh convention. N Turner in Philadelphia. A rattlesnake killed near Bushkill. A dog run over near Fortist Fangbooner. Temperance meeting held at Grand Army hall. Fishing trip to Hunters Range planned. Norman Normal program set with Welsh choir. Monroe county Democrats hold court with Datot as presiding. Electric railway may draw 50,000 summer riders if extended to Siglora.
A long quotation discusses the risks of relying on statistics alone to reveal truth. It argues that tables can mislead without proper analysis and calls for cautious, frank judgment, alongside careful data basis. It also touches on a lemon juice remedy and a dubious tonic.
Mrs. Daisy Malzahn of Columbus West Virginia markets a "mad stone" claimed to cure blood poisoning cancer and hydrophobia by applying a pebble with tiny suction cells. She cites cases including Mrs. E Schneider of Columbus and Mary Fleming of Columbus, plus rabies cases in Eddie Legginn Logan and Charlie Grey Kansas City, all reportedly healed after treatment. The stone measures about an inch by three quarters and works by drawing poison from wounds then turning milk green after cleaning.
A Chicago News cor report describes folk beliefs among white and colored people who sprinkle salt around beds to ward off witches on windy nights. Another method uses a headboard setting with knife fork and spoon to identify visiting witches, claiming signs appear if the witch’s tracks or limp confirm it.
A Providence Telegram excerpt notes a method to keep grapes fresh by placing them inside a hollowed ripe pumpkin or gourd with a tight seal. Pumpkins must be carefully chosen as field varieties suit this purpose, and the cool storage preserves freshness for a long period.
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