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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1899
Page
8
Advertisement states many suffer weak kidneys and imperfect function and promotes Warner's Safe Cure as the reliable, single remedy for kidney and urinary organ ailments.
The November term of the common pleas court opened with Judge H. M. Edwards presiding in the main courtroom and Judge Savidge handling Northumberland duties. E. J. Williams sues Mrs. Emily Moore to recover 3000 from the estate of William Moore of North Scranton amid lengthy testimony on a coal land option and mortgage dispute. The docket includes Salvatore Mariotta vs Charlie Cooper over cellar work and a Scranton Railway claim by Dr. J. P or les Portes for 25000, with jury visits planned to the accident scene today.
The Winton Coal Company and executors of George Filer Edward Dolph and A. H. Winton filed an ejectment action against Mortimer Lewis W T Lean and Mt Vernon Coal Company and others. They allege a 300 acre coal lease in Winton borough dated July 1 1891 requiring 66000 tons yearly with monthly royalties and forfeiture for breach. They seek possession of the land.
A court decree set the commencements for court terms with minor changes. The license court will meet on the first Monday in March and the grand jury on the second Monday. The June grand jury convenes two weeks earlier than usual.
Unclear OCR fragment lists multiple residents and towns including Scranton and Carbondale. Names such as William Curno, James W. Nealon, Mary V. Rouncho, Bertha Frantz, Tessie McDonough appear alongside towns and stray symbols. The readable items resemble a civil record or notice list with mixed spellings.
Summary of multiple court items and notices: Timothy McNulty posts bail for next term of quarter sessions. Judge Archbald denies appeal on Lu zerene Street grading. Lehigh Valley Coal Co and John Everhart estate matters continued to November 27. Other cases involve M R Contin in a probate dispute, Missou ria Mutual? Dourherty housing insurance claim, Milton Vertora versus Scranton Traction and Railway company, and Winslow's Soothing Syrup advertisement noting its long-standing use.
The fifth annual convention of the Pennsylvania Young Men's Christian Association closed in Honesdale. Delegates attended morning services at multiple churches with Rev. E Hurlbut and George G Mahy speaking. A main men’s meeting and farewell session featured speakers including Hon Alfred Hand and H A Fuller. Beranton delegates Alfred Hand and others returned home.
The Lehigh Valley railroad offers a round trip from Scranton to Philadelphia at 1.78 with free admission coupon to the exposition. Tickets valid on most trains until November 17, 1899, excluding the Black Diamond express. Consult local agents for details. Clerical permits for 1900 issued under 1899 terms. apply before December 1, 1899 to avoid delays.
A local shoe sale advertises 150 pairs Ladies fine Dongola button shoes with EB width at 1.69 and 48 pairs Lace versions at 1.29. Men’s footwear includes Calf and Box Calf pairs from 1.08 to 1.69, extra heavy sole models at 1.29, and 60 pairs in broad ranges. Also listed are Boye and Misses styles, with general price lines in the 49c to 4.00 range and a invitation to inspect the stock.
Two hundred sample coats and garments from top cloak makers are offered for rapid sale in Scranton. The sale features lie to the eye quality with substantial savings of one to seven and a half dollars per item. These pieces were made as samples to display and are priced below regular value.
This week offers the lowest prices ever for fine Diamond Rings, Solid Gold Band Rings, Gold Filled items, cuff and button sets, watches, Rogers Pros flatware, and Ladies solid gold and silver rings. Approximately 300 ladies solid silver rings are offered as part of a large clearance at one-fourth their value.
A regional retailer markets stronger carpet incentives this season, promising better deals and savings for customers tempted by fall flooring upgrades. Local stores highlight price cuts, installation offers, and added value to attract shoppers.
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