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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1894

Page

8

Child Saving Law Talk in Ontario Prompts Scranton Interest

Edmund J. Starr of Toronto spoke at Albright Library on child saving and police power under parliamentary law. He argued the state acts as a mother to neglected children, detailing shelter homes and branch rights, while noting local plans may prompt Scranton to consider a Children's Aid society and police empowered care.

Associated Charities Albright Library Toronto Can Starr Children's Aid Society Btarre le Epworth League West Side Idrésa Chidren Ail Society of Canada Ontario Partment Appelit Christan Hones Will Scranton Whith H. AM Rogers Israel Pennsyl- Twili Israel Foundling National Child Saving Society Colonel Moses Scranton Jeane

Fragmented Phrase Yields No Clear News Event

A garbled OCR fragment provides no coherent event, names, or context to summarize into a title or summary with identifiable entities.

New Trial Granted in Collins Case Against Carbondale Traction

A new trial was granted by Searle of Busquehangua county in the Henry Calling versus Carbondale Traction Company suit. The jury's verdict of 500 dollars for damages was set aside, with the judge's ruling noting the jury did not follow instructions on the measure of damages. The case dates to 1899 and concerns street grade changes in front of a property due to the company's tracks.

Searle Busquehangua County Henry Carbondale Traction Company Collins Carbondale Iwards Sparle Colling Pryor

Revived April Pool brings Gus Williams to Scranton stages

The Academy of Music hosts German comedian Gus Williams in a revised April Pool edition with his singing and acting style described as neat and natural. Willard Spenser's Princess Hamlet Opera company, seventy performers led by Frank Catlels and Eleanor Mayo, appears next, touted as an extraordinary Scranton event. Bob Fitzsimmons boxing exhibit and Days theater drama with Pauline Parker are also advertised, alongside The New South drama at Nay Aug Hose Company’s venue.

Gus Williams Academy of Music April Pool Willard Spenser Princess William Armstrong Mabella Baker Borntam Robert Broderek Joseph Greensfielder Frances Rousgeau Mountjvy Walker Mr. Spenser Philadelphia Seate Scrantonians Bob Pitasimmots James J. Corbett Fitzsimmons Prothingham Pauline Parker Ole M. H. Buregider Nay Aug Hose Company New South ISM New York City New York Georgia Joseph Grismer Phoebe Davies

Evangelist Grace Welser Davis to Speak at Taylor Church

Mrs Grace Welser Davis renowned evangelist from Jeravy City will conduct afternoon and evening meetings at the Methodist church in Taylor. She is praised for gospel singing and preaching and has drawn thousands to Christ. All invited to attend.

Grace Welser Davis Jeravy City Methodjet Church Taylor

Munyon's Medical Revolution Promises Longer Life

Promoter claims a method can add years to life and reduce deaths, offering Munyon's cures at 26 cents per vial. List includes Rheumatism, Dyspepsia, Catarrh, Liver, Kidney, Blood, Piles, Asthma, Pneumonia, Cough, Nerve, Headache, and Vitalizer remedies. Uses drug stores, free book "Guide to Health." Guarantee of benefit with money-back promise.

Munyon Prosequor Childe Manyon

Prohibitionists Plan Countywide Reorganization

The Prohibitionists show growing support with an expected 1800 vote total in the county for Hawley. Leaders aim to rally workers next Friday at Conservatory hall to name new Central league officers and outline a countywide reorganization, including a district captain system and a potential Woman's Prohibition league. The county committee will meet at the Library building to present the plan.

Hawley Conservatory Hall Central League Woman's Prohibition League

Entertainment Programme At Sons of Veterans Event

An entertainment program will be rendered at the Sons of Veterans event in the Ezra Griffin post rooms near First National Bank. Acts include instrumental music, mandolin, banjo, guitar numbers, recitations, duets, whistling solo, and drawings for an umbrella featuring performers such as Edgar Davis Donel Jones William Cadwean Miss Jennie Sample Mr S M Kohnatamm Miss Fannie Jones and others.

Camp No. &, Sons of Veterans Ezra Griffin First National Bank Edgar Davis Donel Jones William Cadwgean Owen Party Wee Teorge Dahlely Battenberg Cahoon Uae Lark Misael Fannie Jones Likale Owen Sorr Jennie Sample John Clark Charles Cadwyan Daniel Clements Daniel Jones Edgar Davie Wiliam Cadweap

Grand Jury Hears Testimony On Dalton Borough Petition

Grand jurors heard evidence yesterday on the Dalton borough petition. Attorneys Edward Miles and R H Holegate presented for the petitioners as witnesses testified. The jury also considered a murder at the Ridge near Archbald, but did not finish its findings and plans to reconvene next week. unrelated ad copy for a diamond ring appeared in the text.

Dalton Edward Miles R. H. Holegate Archbald Seston Romains

Ground broken for New Calvary Reformed Church

Tuesday marked the ground breaking for the New Calvary Reformed Church to be built at Monnie avenue and Gibson Street. The simple frame building on the site was used for twelve weeks before congregants voted to erect a more substantial house of worship.

Calvary Reformed Church Monnie Avenue Gibson Street W. H. Stubblebine

Quiet Week in Society Precedes Election Turmoil

The Gamut of the Week notes a lull in social activity due to pre election excitement and its aftermath. Reported are two quiet weddings, Miss Cora May Brooks and Willard Matthews at the bride's home, and Miss Augusta Lewers marrying William J. Lewers in Wilkes-Barre. Many locals attend or host small gatherings, luncheons, and teas as community life resumes.

Cora May Brooks Reese GO. Brooks Willard Matthews W. H. Pearce May Matthews West Pittston Walter Eugene Davis Washington Avenus Aldermhan C. B. Wright Maidison Avenue Augusta Wes William J. Lewers Wilkes-Barre Dr.c Roblicot Second Presbyterian Church Misa Carrite Atherton North Main Avenue John H. Tonkin Frank Wills Merriam Waverly N. Y Jank Ashton William Keller Milas Anna Lewers Sophia Heckman Euston Mes. Howell C. 8. Briges Dalton Sherman J. M. Snyder Mise Snyder Avoca

Names Listed in York Week Meeting Ledger

The passage lists numerous individuals connected to York during the week including Dr C H Parke Crate Mr dire Co OW Green Dolphy Atherton Henry Belin Jr Key JB Whelan W B Culver R C Williams George McDonald J Church il and W Aluuriburt.

York C. H. Parke Ol. Crate Mr. and Dire Co OW. Green Dolphy Atherton Henry Belin, Jr. Key JB. Whelan W. B. Culver R. C. Williams George McDonald J. Churchil W. Aluuriburt

Coal Land Dispute Faces Hearing In Delaware Canal Storm

A post noon hearing before Judge Gunster considered a restraining order in a coal land dispute. Delaware and Hudson Canal Company sues Watkins and Hughes to stop mining on a five acre Carbondale plot. The canal company claims title dating back to the state with continued possession. defendants allege squatters rights through Mrs. Barrett who bought from Sandy McDonald. The canal asserts mining occurred over fifty five years ago.

Gunster Delaware and Huidson Canal Company Agaist Watkins & Hughes Carbondale Jessup J. 4. Torrey Ward & Horn Delaware and Hudson Ttle Barrett

Legal Complications Over Crossing Refusal Between Railroads

Dispute between Lackawanna Street Railway and the Delaware and Hudson Canal Co over a proposed crossing at Wyoming and Spying streets Moosie. Rails lay and electric service runs toward Pittston, but crossing denied. injunctions granted to restrain interference with charter rights to cross D and H tracks. Returnable next Wednesday at 9 a.m.

Lackawanna Street Railway Company Delaware and Fludson Canal Company Wyoming Avenue Spying Street Moosie Cours Cockawanna Street Railway Company Pittston Delaware Hudson Movste Plier Dela Ware and Hudson Company Lackawanna Township Delaware and Hudson Canal Company Ita Jersey Central Company Dela Ware and Hudson Electric Railway Company

Y W C A Notes Sunday Services At City Hall

The Y W C A announces a Sunday program at 403 Washington avenue with a 4 pm Gospel service at Penn Avenue Baptist Church led by Mrs William Boyd. A 6 pm missionary meeting is set for Elm Park lecture hall with an invitation to girls women Young People's societies Y M C A and all city young people. A farewell service at Elm Park Church is scheduled for 9 pm Sunday.

Young Women's Christian Association Washington Avenue Penn Avenue Baptist Church Sirs William Boyd Elm Park Young People’s Societies Young Men's Christian Association

Scranton and Vicinity Trade of The Tribune Classified List

The Tribune plans a comprehensive illustrated directory of Scranton area wholesale banking manufacturing and professional interests bound with photogravure views of city buildings blocks and portraits of leading citizens Representatives will visit desired names to explain the edition and those wanting residence views should leave notice at the office

the Tribune Scranton Oiviny Industries Jaity THE Tribune

Public Invitation to Tour Holiday Goods at Electric Palace

To the public a cordial invitation is extended to tour and inspect the sampling of holiday goods daily arriving at Davidow Bros Electric Palace. The notice invites visitors to view new stock and enjoy the seasonal display.

Davidow Hros Electric

School House Lot Sale Promptly Under Way on Columbia Avenue

The 640 000 School House on Columbia avenue has been let and will be started immediately. New lots remain available at low prices. Arthur Frothingham, Office, Theater Lobby.

Columbia Avenue Arthur Frothingham

Diamond tariff recall as Davidow Bros cut prices

A tariff reminder notes the diamond duty was vated while Davidow Bros. continue selling diamonds at record low prices. The article emphasizes the tariff history and the aggressive discounting by the retailer to attract buyers.

Davidow Bros

Artificial digestion proves Paskola digests food in body heat

A New York laboratory test by the Pre-Digested Food company demonstrates Paskola causes beef and other foods to dissolve in simulated body temperature. Reported letters from users claim improved digestion and weight gain, with the firm offering pamphlets and noting widespread pharmacist availability.

New York Paskola Houston W.T. Andrews Gold Will Ala Ealt Craver R. BP. Cross Michigan Avenue Hammond Ind Par. Kolm Mra. M. L. Grantz Spring Valley N. Y

Scranton Traction completes track work on Mali Avenue

Track laying by Scranton Traction from Swetland Street north to near the Tripp homestead is finished. City council plans require a signed city contract before grading to Providence Road proceeds, with grading curb to curb at the company’s expense and sluice pipes installed. Property owners warn depressions along the avenue could flood and mud after rain until work is finalized. Lucien silver goods ad ends with a garbled message promising a store visit.

Scranton Traction Company Swetland Street Mali Avenue Tripp Common Council Providence Road Orcard

Music Bowes Exclusively In Hested Workshop

A local shop on Chestnut Street, Philadelphia offers restored and improved old music boxes. Expert craftsmen carefully repair tune and tone, highlighting exclusive, instrument-specific restorations for collectors and enthusiasts.

Gautscht &An Chestnut Street Hadelphia

To Manicore Finger Nails

A list of manicure supplies is described including gelasors, an file, a box of powder, and a brush for incidental tasks. The note mentions having all items and asserts the need for a complete kit.

Cat Fiendts. A large supply today at Clark'é

A busy market note reports a large stock of cat foods and pet supplies available today at Clark's store. Shoppers find diverse brands and formats with steady in-store demand and affordable pricing.

Clark’é

Professional Cards List of Physicians and Surgeons

A scanned roster lists doctors with office and residence details. Includes Dr Aft C Nae and Dr WB Allen with office hours and locations on Vine Avenue, Washington, and other city streets. Also mentions Dr Kay on Penn Avenue and eye and obstetrics specialties.

Edgar Dean Aft Washington Allen Lackawana Ashington Laonarnd Gates Tod Ma Feon Avenue John L WE Wentz McFriens Canara Dison Ave Neerae Sreplnes Kay Penn Ave

Scranton Attorneys and Counsellors of Law Directory

A dense list of Scranton area attorneys with offices on Washington Avenue and surrounding streets. Includes Horace B. Hand W H Jessup Jr WelGard Warren EKenapp Alfred Hand William Hand Boyle Oakford Spruch Street P R Replogle Killam and others in public building spaces.

Alfred Hand William J. Hand Common Comegye Spruch Street D. B. Replogle Loana Dovarity Spruce Street B. F. Killam Wyoming Ave Scranton

Open House Notes and Upcoming Term at Local School

Local school announces next term starts November 19 and will open at 1 Adams Avenue. Students receive pills at Wil tine unclear. Questionable details and misspellings in the notice indicate a fragmented OCR reading of the piece from the Lackawanna area.

Worcesters Adame Avenue Wil Tine

Dentists Offer Porcelain Crowns and Dental Services

In the city dental office of Dr. William A. Lau, surgeon dentist, porcelain crowns and other dental work are offered. The advertisement lists services and the practice location at Wyorhine Avenue, with emphasis on restoration and cosmetic options.

William A Crown Sana Hades North Office Avenue

Loans Offer From The Republic Savings and Loan Association

A local savings and loan announces loan products promising better terms and repayment options. The notice emphasizes accessible credit and favorable rates for residents seeking financial assistance.

THE Republic Savings and N Association

Elk Cas on Removable Frank Lin Avenue

A fragment notes P Ziegler as proprietor at a location described as Elk Cas on a street near Frank Lin Avenue. The readable text is sparse and does not reveal a clear event or date. No additional context is available from the OCR excerpt.

the Elk Cas Franklin Avenue P. Ziegler

Scranton Architects Listed with Office Details

Deve. and Von Storch, architects, are noted with percentage figures and Commonwealth rating tied to Scranton. L Walter, architect, office tear of 603 W. Avenue is listed. L Brown, architect, Price Building, Washington Avenue, Scranton is also mentioned.

Deve. & von Storch Scranton L. Walter W. Avenue L. Brown Price Washington Avenue

Orchestra and music services offered with supplies listed

Advertises picnics parties receptions and concert work furnished by R J Bauer conductor based near Wyoming avenue and Hulbert. Mentions Megarger Brothers printers supplies envelopes paper bags and a warehouse on Capouse avenue with second hand cars and a landau for sale.

R. J. Bauer Wyoming Avenue Hulbert Megarger Brothers Ld Waston Ave Bcfans Atom Pao Aleo Fine Clade Landau DD. L Foote, AG Capouse Avenue

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Secret OF Edmund J, Starr Canada Ae Jong i Prowtly Ben Errgeer Pereree Eer America Connolly & Wallace Lackawanna Sons of Veterans Eetertainment Borough OF New Calvary Reformed Church William Hanley Monroe Avenue Lemuel Ammerman Mitchell Utley Mias Anna May Downing George Jermyn A. G. Hunt KE. Pryor Longstreet Wyoming Marvine Sanderson Avenue Lourie Jessup Montrose City John Barrett Olyphant J. D. Magon A. C. Montes Dr. Conners Wayne County George Dickinson Putnam Street Flanders N.Y J.J. Manning Susquehanna Lackawanna County William Stebbins Gilbertsville William Jones Bunderson Avenue Mia Hanna Read Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Coal Pfice Albert Jessup Lehigh University Apexit T. DéWitt Talmage Frothingham Main Avenue Lucien Call Music Bowes Physicians and Surgeons M. Swell Price Loo Woshington Ave T. Okell Jamdh W. Oakford Samuel W. Edgar Epruce Ut Aar Wate el Wanna PITC Moneth Beranon Lackawanma Rie Rr LAU EM. Tration Wwfice Coal Exchange Leeds KR. Clark &Co Od Avenue Green House Toys Grand Union Tha Co., Jones Bros Lackawanna Svenue Rorenhaa, Fa Westminster Hotel Architects Frank P. Brown & CO Lackawanna Ave W.L. DoucLas Brockton Mass E.J. Leonard
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