Dam Bake and Coal Deals Highlight Local News
A dam bake at Koons hotel on Lackawanna avenue last night. A W Dekeon of Onis city purchased a controlling interest in the Mine Jit Coal company of Minersville. The Delaware and Hudson Canal company paid its employees at Nar do and dam Powderly mines. Carbondale exhibition shows some fatalities caused by Okell Red and Chun chit in Pike county. Mine Brook mines employees were paid yesterday. Ivle gestines workers to be paid today by the Tin and Steel Company. Two one story store buildings planned on the lawn north of Flau tthowe on Washington avenue by syndicate owners. Keeve Jones will give a concert on Wednesday evening the 24th at Taberable church on the West Side. Mr Jotwo assisted by Miss Free nin Jorrne T RR Williams tenor W Jones Kareo and Walter Davis will accompany. Benefit for the church. Nine hundred stockings already sold. The condition of A J Saunders, hurt while hunting near Nicholton Monday, was unchanged yesterday. The Suffers remain in Lackawanna hospital. he woke briefly, but his sorrowful state persists.
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Koons
Lackawanna
A. W. Dekeon
Onis City
Mite Jit Coal Company
Minersville
Dtaware
Fladeon Canal
Nardo
Dam Powderly
Carbondale
Matherger
Okell Red
Chunchit
Pike County
Tine Brook
Ivlgestines
Liteiwillio Tin and Steel Company
Fiautothowe
Wueshibeton Avenue
Syndinite
Ial
Keeve Jones
Jotwo
T. RR. Williams
W. Jones
Kareo
Walter Davis
Tunidrd Thokou
A. J. Saunders
Nicholton
Lackawanna Hospital
Railroad sale transfers to new company in Stroudsburg area
The East Stroudsburg and Mata moras Railroad, bought at sheriff's sale, passes to the Pelware Valley, Hadean & Le high group. The new company pledges to build the line if property owners along the route cooperate on fair right of way terms. otherwise a new line may be built and operated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Stroudsburg and
Matamoras
Gallare
Stroudsburg Times
Peliware Valley, Hadean & Lehigh
Bath Chartern
HL & Lb Co
SWI
Cnan
Four Story Brick Building Planned on Washington Avenue
J W Guernsey announces a four story brick store at 316 and 410 Washington Avenue extending back to Lee Court by ten feet. The front currently hosts a small one story frame structure with completion expected by April 1. Guernsey will occupy the first floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Guernsey
Washington Avenue
Lee Court
Mr. Guernsey
Traction Company Mulcted for 3000 Dollars in Scranton Case
A Scranton jury awarded Mary Reagan and her husband John Reagan $3,000 against the Scranton Traction Company. Two thirds covers injuries to Mrs Reagan and one third for her services loss by the husband. The trial also covered the Zurich vs Delaware Lackawanna and Western case with contributory negligence arguments and a non-suit ruling sought by Major Warren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Reagan
John Reagan
Scranton Traction Company
Treagan
Thomas Zurich
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Company
Manards
Major Warren
Parente
Major Warren Wald
Woehure
Stanton
Hhs
Court House News Notes Read Win and Guardian Appointments
Court records show a guardian appointed for Mehleo El Seamann, minor child of the late J M Seamann. The Collins Hackett firm against A Rundle referred for settlement to attorney R J Kerwan by agreement of counsel Raphael L Levy for the plaintiff and Vouburg Dawnon for the defense. Marriage licenses were granted to several couples including John Malerkey with Agnes Langan, Mary Reynolda with Anna Beddog, Thomas Hall with Elizabeth Lonady, Willem H H with Ruth McGowty, and William A fteherde with Clara McGowty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Read
Mehleo EL Seamann
J. M. Seamannn
Collins & Hackett
A. Rundle
R. J. Kerwan
Raphael L. Levy
Vouburg & Dawnon
John Malerkey
Agnes Langan
Scranton
A. Reyno
Open Letter from Street Commissioner Re repairs delay
Street Commissioner Dunning replies to the Streets and Bridges Committee of the Goranton Board of Trade. He explains asphalt repairs began Oct 1 and continued with work on telephone ditches and plumbers until Nov 1, with ongoing repairs since then.
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Dunning
Board of Trade
Goranton Bourd of Trade
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Barber Company
Gemmen Counci
Dlarber Company
A.B. Danning, Jr
Last Night Musicale Delights Scranton Audience
A refined musicale at Mr. E. Southworth studio drew invited guests. Performers Miss Cordelia Freeman Miss Julia C Allen and accompanist Miss Truckman offered Mozart and Mason numbers. Miss Allen with Mr. Southworth impressed with violin and piano. Miss Freeman’s soprano earned encores. The program finished as one of the most artistically pleasing musicales in recent times.
Insane Man Tonery Held Up For Hillside Home Debate
Edward Tonery an insane man from Chicago remains at the central police station after his brothers refused to pay the 85 fee for a medical examination required before sending him to Hillside Home. Chief Hobling will act on advice from the city solicitor, with Tonery threatening to be destructive if forced to stay. The case awaits official guidance.
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Edward Tonery
Hillside
Central Police Station
Hobling
Tonery
Chicago
Roebling
New Four Story Hotel Rising By Harvey's Lake
A large hotel project will replace the Lake Grove House at Harvey's Lake next summer. Foundations are under way behind the current hotel, with a four story structure fronting the lake. The first two levels will be brick, the upper floors wood, and the old building will be removed to create the front yard of the new hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey's Lake
Lake Grove
Hearing Postponed in Petersburg Assault Case
The hearing of Edward Meyers of Petersburg for the assault on the late James Phillips was continued by Alderman Johns until Thursday evening. The postponement follows the Coroner's Jury delay until Wednesday night. Meyers’ bail was increased from 300 to 700 dollars.
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Edward Meyers
F Petersburg
James Phillips
Alderman Johns
Myers
FELTS NAPTHA Soap Promises Easier Cold Water Wash
FELT AND CQ of Philadelphia claims their FELS NAPTHA soap makes clothes wear longer look whiter and smell sweeter. The ad asserts quicker easier washing in cold or warm water and markets the product to households.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feld & CQ
Philadelphia
City Assessment Reform Debate Draws Public Fire
City officials and business leaders clash over tax reviews and the need for higher revenue to run city government. Board of Trade advocates uniform valuation, arguing current assessments understate property value and limit funds for general expenses. A city official urges agitation directed at the public, not just assessors, while noting resistance from residents and council members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Trade
J. M. Kemmerer
Beranton
Tribune
Board of City Assessors
Knickerbockers Vaudeville Set for Davis Theater Return
The Knickerbockers vaudeville company secured for a Davis theater engagement opens with a matinee tomorrow. Praised as a first class act with funny comedians top-notch specialties and handsome costumes and scenery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knickerbockers
Davis’ Theater
Trimmed Hats Sale Teases Weekend Bargains
A brief notice advertises extra bargains in trimmed hats coming Saturday or Monday, urging readers to shop for discounts.
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Londay
Roster of the Company Showcases Burlesque Cast
The roster lists the Burke Brothers M Whalen John Wills Edin Aug Aleen La Rue Emma Krouse Margaret Rosa alongside the comic duo Wise Mike and the trained donkey Its name. The passage greets readers with mirth and cleverness reflecting a lively show program.
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Burke Brothers
M. Whalen
John
Wills
Edin Aug
Aleen and la Rue
Emma Krouse
Margaret Rosa
Atolls Wits
Accusation Against Dunmore Man Dismissed After Evidence
Henry Schloss of Dunmore says the charge was unjust and spiteful. He denies coveting his mother's household goods and claims he took items only to his sister's house or stored remaining items in his barn. Alderman Miller dismissed the case after learning the true state of affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monry Schloss
Henry Schloss
Dunmore
Peter Snyder
Snys
California Tourist Excursions From Lehigh Valley R R
Lehigh Valley Railroad announces a Wednesday through tourist car service starting Nov 17 from Philadelphia and New York to California via Niagara Falls Royal Gorge Grand Canyon Rocky Mountains and Sierra Nevada ending in Sacramento San Francisco Los Angeles and San Diego. For schedules and rates contact Chas H Lee General Passenger Agent Philadelphia.
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Lehigh Valley Railroad
California
Colomide Points
Philadelphia
Pointa
Pennsylvania
New York State
America
Niagara Falls
St. Clair Tunnel
Great Rock Island
Royal Gorge
Grand Canon
Rocky Mountains
Salt Lake City
Great Lake
Ogden
Sierra
Stylish Light Givers Lamp Sale
Prominent lamps advertised as stylish ornaments for parlor or library with very low prices to attract customers. Encourages in-person visit to view offerings and prices.
Library Lamp Advertisement With Decorative Elements
Classified notice describes a lamp 23 inches high with an oil font, China shade and a 12 inch shade, valued at 5.00. A competing lamp measures 20 inches high with a 10 inch shade and decorative features, valued at 2.60.
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Sen OS
Large brass foot and onyx pedestal lamp shade set
A sale listing describes a 16 inch brass foot with real onyx pedestal and brass bowl, a Sili shade priced at $5.00. The seller offers five lamps and as many shades, with a consolidated price of $3.98 each in limited stock.
China Bowl and decorative lamp described with value details
The fragment mentions a China Bowl with a lift-out fount and an owner selling it near five dollars. It also references a lamp with brass and onyx foot, bronze pedestal, a gold burnished brass bowl, and a decor around a China globe, described as cheap.
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Eevssssseven Ske T
Unusual Warm Weather Spurs Manufacturer Buyback
Unusually warm weather drives anxious manufacturers to move large stock holdings. The source notes a strategy shift as firms push rapid sales to clear inventory amid mild conditions.
Ladies Coats at Two Thirds Regular Prices
Store offers the entire purchase at two-thirds regular prices. Many coats are samples, superior in style and workmanship. Goods open this morning.
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Storm Shoes
Sprucz Street
Lackawanna Ave
Zurich
Edwards
Isaac Fef. la Har
Greenwood Coal Company
BH. Price
Everett Warren
T. H. Dale
George RK. Brooks
la Bar
Greenwood
la Bor
Judie Gunster
Dzale Gilmartin
Judee Gunster
Lackawanna Valley Rapid Transit Company
Gilmartin
Emma
Wake Up Town
Rooklyn Street
Lizzie
James J. O'Nell
O'Brien
Martley-Hall
Berlin
Emery Hittenbender
Garrivtee
Court House
Mr. Southworth
Chief Robling
Wyoming
Beecham's
Rina
China
Wyoming Avenue
THE
Rexford Company
Lackawanna Avenue
ASU
Darmina
Shtee Eas
Congress
Goodyear
Fline Dongola
Patra
Lackawanna Avanua
A. R. Sawyer
Gina
Grover Gradwin
Matthews Hros
Lacka- Wand Avenue
J. I. Ladwig
Brown’s Bee
Browns
Germany
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