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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1896

Page

3

Personal notices from Williamsport and neighboring towns

A. Rove of New York City is mentioned among social circles. Mire Jeenie Richmeml visits Philadelphia friends. Miss Jennie A. Kenny of Adamen Avenue returns from New York City. W. Welch, J. Ph. and 8. M. Boughams Walton, all of Williamsport, stay at the Wscentity House. James J. Cummings of the Truth welcomed a baby girl in Olyphant. John J. Guthe and Miss Allen May of South Side will wed at the cathedral Thursday. The New York trebi teers and Winnie the new high school building are noted. Mrs Selden Swisher of Tunkhannock and her husband at the Wyoming House.

John J. Guhte Mise Allen May South Side

Community notices and club events share spring social calendar

The item lists a turkey dinner planning session by the Junior association at 2 o'clock, with members sewing and crafts led by Miss Farnham and Miss Diortey. It mentions the Laurel club hosting a Scottish concert at 7 90, featuring readings and performances by Lea Farnham Evangeline Dovgey and Leone Farnham with accompanist Delsarte in posing.

Echal Tan MiteLaren Eimily Watson Lan’ MintLaren Lather Rowlands Darsie New York Kate Carnegie

New York City Return Train Fare Promotion Details

On account of a football game between WYale and Princeton excursion tickets for New York City round trip via D L A&W are offered at 4.60. Trains depart Scranton at 8 00 a m Friday November 20 with return valid through November 28 inclusive. Tickets sold through DB te and OW ROT. Mekets.

Princeton Db, Te. & OW Scranton

Death of Mrs Rachel Case at Tobyhanna Mills

Mrs Rachel Manners Case, aged ninety three, died at Tobyhanna Mills after a long illness. Born in New Jersey, she lived with her sister and later joined the Methodist Episcopal church. Known as Aunt Rachel, she was beloved by many and leaves a memory of a virtuous life. The funeral will be Wednesday at 10 o clock from her home to Stroudsburg for burial.

William H. Chase Tobyhanna Mills Dancines Rachel Manners Sainte Case Che Willam W. Manness Scranton Sorrewnteville Huntingdon County New Jersey Gholi Rachel Phos Stroudsburge Warrenville Wagener Fertilizing Company Syracuse N.Y Delaware, Lackawanna Jude Coddington Woener

Building Trades Council Sees Enthusiastic Meeting in Dulldine Hall

The Building Trades Council held a strong meeting at Gilbert's hall on Wyoming Avenue in Dulldine. Discussions focused on vital opportunities ahead, with plans for a local painters union and a push toward semi monthly pay. several builders already comply while many carpenters and painters do not. Members urged all unions to attend the next gathering, which meets on the first and third Mondays each month.

Dulldine ‘Trades Council Biulbert Wyoming Avenue Fiom WFP Kelfer Adams Avenue Tradee Tave Wight Building Trades Council

Bregstine Arrested After Clerk’s Alarm and Warrant

Abrams, in the employ of a rival, entered Alderman Millar’s office in an excited state and swore out a warrant for Hares Premstine on assault and robbery and threats to kill. Harry is a salesman at Dhievon’s clothing store. A quarrel over trade led to the confrontation. Bregstine claimed he warned Abrams he was promoter of a house on Lackawanna Avenue until a dispute ended it. Bail was furnished for Bregstine’s court appearance. The Tribune advertises job opportunities and uses an ad for laxative tablets and vacant house needs.

Abrams Winnies Avenue Millar Hares Bien Harry Dhievon Brogstine Neenle Bregstine Lackawynna Vente Thie

Board of Trade’s Two Big Schemes in Scranton

The Board of Trade discussed two major plans at a recent meeting. They prioritized decorating and financing the new rooms, with a proposal to fund via subscriptions and building committee action. Delegates to the National Board were elected, and long debates followed over monetary reform and banking capital proposals.

Board OF Trade F. 1. Witchcock Kay National Board Natioral Board Vicn Luther Keller W. RP. Kennedy Ite Atherton Miu Thoriae Atchited Helden Fhitchcock Scranton Earth Congress

Penns-Yankee Warcity Eleven Defeat Pa Graduates in Scrimmage

In Philadelphia on November 11 the Penneys Yankee Warcity eleven defeated a Pennsylvania graduates team led by George Wolf. The Varsity featured strong running by Gelbert and Merce, delivering a hard dashing game. touchdowns came from the O line with Woodruff and others contributing. The report notes potential future contests and includes a brief occupational ad for Head's Sarsaparilla and a family catalog entry.

Philadelphia Penneys- Yankee Warcity Pennsylvania Ceorge Wolf Olf Gelbert Merce York Teastrom Penn Delauware Poonmevivania Poritien Cradles Baylines Saamons Vienhbelmer Wagenhturat Woodruff Thornton Iverfiell Chile Adwins Wharton Woodraft Met Marcin Chrit T Kle Winenhurst Holton Karten Churchy Pickson Newton Coadmain Willineny Colbert Hirling Cutan Knipe Rosenmarten Mee Caer Thayer Tohotwlowns Wagenhirat Wharton i Celbert Morlee Minds W. Woodruff Owls W. Woolrail Sifteree Dr. Beha Uingireatohn Hell TinesMeintnute

Picture Frame Sale Sparks Quick Framing Boost

A local ad touts a special sale of picture frames with numerous unframed pictures around the house. It promises free mounting and home delivery, urging customers to buy now before popular sizes sell out, highlighting various frame styles and prices.

Free eye examinations and cheap lenses advertised

An ad promises free eye examinations and cheap eyewear at the Letteh Valley ticket office. It lists low prices for spectacles and reading glasses with unclear typos but emphasizes savings and satisfaction.

Jeptha Wagner Dies After High-Profile Suit

Jeptha Wagner, noted as an eccentric figure from Pininfield New Jersey, has died following a landmark lawsuit against the D L and W Railway over damages claimed at one million dollars. The case drew wide attention for its financial stakes and public persona.

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