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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1901
Page
3
Local column lists upcoming community activities and social gatherings. Mentions include meetings at private homes, charity events, sewing and craft sessions, and a variety of clubs. Several names appear with dates and venues for neighborhood engagements.
James Kine of Brick Avenue North Scranton injured when his feet were caught in a switch engine at the Lackawanna viburawad sand yard early Saturday. He was rushed to Moses Taylor Hospital where recovery plans were reported favorable after initial skepticism by doctors.
The Beranton Railway company offers a $100 reward for information leading to the apprehension of the person who placed an explosive device on the tracks at the Green Bridge People’s (illegible) Friday, November 17. Authorities seek tips to catch the culprit.
A Syracuse University clergyman preached at Second Presbyterian on the peril of procrastination and the value of seizing present opportunities. He warned that grand outcomes hinge on small acts and urged listeners to discipline themselves, watch for chances, and avoid complacency.
A local notice states the office will remain closed until Tuesday November 12 due to a death in the family. No other actions or details are provided.
Fragmentary lines mention an opportunity and a theme of muster or justice. The text is garbled and lacks clear facts, people, organizations, or places to form a coherent news item. The readable portions suggest a general call to seize a chance, but no concrete event is identifiable.
Director Roche endorses a plan to rearrange all electric lights citywide. The resolution, introduced by Wade Finn in select committee, assigns work to the director of public works and light and water committee chairs. Officials note past delays under the ten year contract with the Scranton Electric Light Co. and compare costs.
Grace Lutheran Church conducted special services for Luther Day with a Sunday school program and mission notes. Nora Berger and Tessa Stine spoke on Luther and mission efforts while Rev Luther Plese-Wining led a sermon on the life and work of Martin Luther.
A passenger train killed old Waits of Ogi Btyieed yesterday morning near Depor street. The victim was walking along the tracks when a trash-strong vehicle struck the victim from behind, throwing him onto the wheels and causing fatal injuries.
Squire Cooney freed Cleorge Ringlestein who shot Willams Pilger aboard a ride, ruling the incident accidental. Ringlestein testified with corroborating witness accounts, saying there was no evidence the shooting was intentional. Pilger’s fate remains a matter of court record in Dillimure.
A fragment notes a design shop Moran’s on Wyoming Avenue and mentions a Punch cigar leader in a casual advertisement style. The text is fragmented with unclear context and no definite event or outcome.
A conference between a 15 man committee and Temple Tran Co officials led by General Manager Thorne resolved the dispute at Maltby colliery. Fifty two previously unemployed workers will return to work while 000 more will resume once operations restart. District President Nichols relayed the plan as discharges were reversed. An accidental hunting death near Glen Was prompted safety cautions from Commissioner Carleton.
The article lists eliogen delegates to represent Toewl walens at the Federation of Tabor convention to be held in the city next month. Representatives include the Devine, Brayne of the International WRetafl orks association, H W Seidler, Richardobertis, Ww. Mahone, and Nedlumil Cormnontteeman Reeves. They plan a new Delaware and Wud aol station at Green Pridge for use by jail outlets.
The record lists attendees including R. Finnerty and crew who will report to Superintendent on Monday at Molen School. Mentions Wallis, Ge George Teiuss and various locals with references to meets, stations, and a timetable for a forthcoming event or inspection.
The article notes stagnation in the bourse with mixed prices in American coal and German anthracite markets. It cites tentative demand shifts, weak traders, and lingering concerns about imports, price competition, and the potential for American coal to affect German supply levels.
A report from Greenville Junction Maine dated November 10 notes an incident near Moosehead Lake where a person was mistaken for a deer. Details remain limited as information flows from the remote site.
Jim Harrison loves May and Lucy Thomason but is torn between them. Bertie Thompson, May’s jealous cousin, schemes to unite May with Jim by a boyish bicycle trip, leading to a chaotic Sunday morning when both sisters confront Jim at the Thompson home.
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