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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1901
Page
3
A dense, fragmentary page notes a busy local social scene with references to a carnival, dances, society meetings, and various performances. Mentions of Miss Dain, Mr. Morhes, and Peters appear among scattered place names and events including a carnival and lectures. The text blends social notices with sporadic theatrical and civic references, creating a chaotic but vivid snapshot of a bygone community gathering.
Thomas D. Davis died in Peckville following a wagon or vehicle accident on a Tuesday. He sustained a broken back and fatal injuries after falling under wheels. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias and funeral services are set for Friday at 2 PM at the Peckville Past Church with burial in Porkville Cemetery.
The Scranton center of the Economic League was formally organized with 25 men present. D Wolfert and W Whitworth led primaries, H C Shafer elected temporary chairman, A Wells and S I Thorne named temporary officers, and a constitution approved for the league's aims in non political, educational economic study. Over 150 prominent citizens signaled intent to join.
The Wilkes-Barre area high school football team open their season this Saturday at home facing a visiting rival. The squad has shown steady practice and is expected to deliver a strong performance amid crowd attention and local anticipation.
An irregular report from Scranton Packing Company references a Gy meeting at Sunteet Pickin couny yesteryday with unclear details. It mentions Horst WUT Fee and various product names and individuals, but the text is heavily garbled and lacks a clear outcome or actions.
The article lists performances and dates for a Wat cher festival event titled Ring Debut. It mentions acts like Vi lon a and Adiguee with scheduled showcases and a second session in mid August including the dates August 17.
Police and Aldermen report the case of Mrs. Cuyriy Mann who charged a man with a crime. The alderman Bud de orders payment of costs and a penalty. Halle Cubkow and others testified at Wort Maaniitow court. A jury deliberation set for a later date with details about attendance and potential further actions.
Judge Carpenter directs the jury to verdict for Judge-elect Newcomb's client in the Larned case. Hotel keeper Pilger sues the Borough of Throop over an overflow that ruined 12000 dollars worth of wines. Subcontractor Patience and partners face disputes over orders and payments. Trials include the Rosene Tripp petition and the long docket of common pleas actions with defense and plaintiff counsels named.
Judge A A Vosburpy rules on Toselle Tripp, minor daughter of Walter Tripp, deceased, granting a monthly allowance of $10 and detailing guardianship duties. The decision covers her grandfather and the Trusts proceedings, with payment to the Lackawanna Tripp and Site Deposit Company as guardian ad litem.
The case involves Witness Tote Bucky of Philadelphia and others aligned with Fleury against Dutsley and Snyve Lather Company over a 412000 debt for alleged reconstruction of a condensers plant destroyed by fire last month. Defendants, including Wak Doth Che samen, face claims of liability and damages exceeding 400 balunwee.
Rev Pierce will speak Friday night on the subject Quo Vadis under the Young People’s Union. The lecture will include stereopticon views and be illustrated by photographs. no tickets, but a silver offering will be received.
Corporal Lawrence Brink of Company A Thirteenth regiment was arrested on charges of false pretenses and theft. The accusation from Captain A Conrad and Albert Wo Breig alleges Brink cashed a $40 check drawn on Traders' National Bank and later proved worthless. Additional charges claim Brink contracted work and paid with a faulty check, leading to disputes over payments and a bank denial. Brink waived a hearing and was held in town hall by Justice P Tawe.
Nearly 1000 members gathered as the Railroad YMCA canvass advances with over 200 new recruits in four weeks. The goal is to reach 1000 by year end, a target expected to be easily met. John F. Moore of New York will speak at the first railroad department rally Saturday at seven, with Orpheus club furnishing music and cake served afterward.
The American Federation of Musicians Local 120 meets at Schinipff’s hall Now 1 00a adopting resolutions to urging Congressmen Witton Connell and Terence Powdery to push Geary Tinelustion Act into full force and to enlist support from labor bodies and local press for this cause.
The Grand Jury critiques ignored charges from the street car strike and notes costs shifted to prosecutors. It also urges county bridge construction and lists numerous defendants in assorted crimes and ignored bills.
Defective court notice notes the estate of sudun Kidttte and requested heirs making claims. Proceedings involve a solicitor from We L Ahorliy and actions over property in Merllaneilein and Seam willeh with references to Nevorae, Wake Mistodihas, and Wake county jurisdiction.
The notice promotes a New York City round trip excursion from Berauton priced at 435 dollars. It highlights attractions in Central Park and Wilke gallery, theatres, and renowned art venues, promising a good time with regular trains and flexible travel dates through the 9th.
Opera Carnival offers box office sales twenty four hours after a choice of bouts for advance procurement. The promotion emphasizes popular Punch We cigar sales alongside ticket options.
A dated recruitment notice promises ten dollar railroad fare from Pottsville for coal miners. It mentions company moves families and potential strikes over wages and poor working conditions. No clear dates or verifiable names beyond locations.
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