18 Nov 1896
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1896
Page
1
The notice claims torn price labels obscure stock but deny impact on quality or style. It asserts no newer or more desirable dress goods exist for the current season and presents detailed lots as unmatched.
The notice promises full guarantees on reductions aimed at early season clearance. If the inducements fail to move inventory, the seller claims to have misread Scranton shoppers and their buying mood.
A brief notice suggests ten lots are listed as examples while noting many more bar gains in the department. Readers are urged to view these as a sample of the whole to grasp the intended point.
A sale of 44 inch French Serges with seasonal shading moves quickly. Cloth priced at 40 cents normally, sale price 29 cents. The item attracts buyers with its quality and reduced cost.
Orridescent effects shown in a 98-inch mixed salting fabric line. Color combinations include Sapphire and Mack, Myrtle and Black, Olive and Plack, Myrtle and Plum, Brown and Navy, Garnet and Brown, Brown and Navy, Black and Brown, among others. A leading value at the display.
A third lot item described as genuine high class imported SUSyane Saltings measures 38 inches wide. The fragment provides limited context about purpose or seller details. Further information is unavailable in the readable text.
A set of 16 pieces of extra select Persian novelty fabrics described as 40 inches wide. The piece names include Sik and Wool with guaranteed value for Tic. Groundwork is noted in Cardinal Green Navy or Garnet with refined color harmonies enhancing the fabric appeal.
Local advertisement touts real imported all wool fabrics in multiple suitings for full winter weight. Promotion notes attractive effects and season long sale price of 50c per unit, encouraging buyers to purchase.
A short sale note describes 20 pleers of Scotch novelty saltings with random snowflake effects in warm soft color palettes. Sold freely at Tic last week with a sale price of 62 1 2 cents.
A listing offers 15 pieces of Persian designed textiles in pure silk and finest wool, 40 inches wide. The grounds show two tone weaving with contrasting color effects described as triumphs of artistic sewings. Priced under one dollar previously.
The listing notes medium twill fabric with an unusual pretty finish in two navy and black shades. It highlights a grand value for Tic and emphasizes the fabric’s stylish, compact presentation.
Advertises the ninth lot of 80 serge plaids suitable for children's wear or waists. Describes bright or subdued colorings and offers a sale price of 33 cents, down from 45 cents.
Twenty pieces of high novelty plaids and silk striped fabrics with Mack crochet work are offered in bright woven tints. The collection beat the previous price by a noted margin, labeled as a tic in the listing.
Washington dispatch notes Consul General Fitzhugh Lee met the president briefly and spoke of Weylers campaign implications. Lee plans to visit Fredericksburg then return to Washington. his views on Weylers return and Maceos strength remain cautious and withholding.
Senator Matthew Stanley Quay of Pennsylvania is eyed as a possible secretary of the navy in a McKinley administration. Reported in Florida, some Republicans say he is seriously considered while others note Pennsylvania’s strong shipyard and steel interests. If chosen, Quay could solidify Keystone State influence and later return to the Senate after a cabinet term.
Rochester report covers Conn expulsion for alleged malice toward leaders. officers re elected with Maguire topping Amon for general worthy foreman. executive board nominees include Martin Best and Brown with some declines. resolutions bar strikers from Knights. adjournment noted.
The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania held a sub-annual session at the Odd Fellows temple with Richt Worthy Grand Master Anos H. Hall presiding. Nominations were announced for grand master W. Gaviord Thomas of Scranton, deputy grand master Samuel McKeever and Herman Becker, grand secretary James B. Nicholson, grand treasurer M. Richards Muckle of Philadelphia, and grand representative Francis M. Rea and Herman.
Harrisburg reports that Governor Hastings met with David Martin in Philadelphia and separately with Senator Quay in Washington to mediate a peace between the two leaders. Observers say Hastings’ dual talks signal a possible Washington meeting to patch their rift.
The Chicago and Northern Pacific railroad was sold by Master in Chancery Bishop for an amount reported as $ ,000, 0). The sale occurred at noon with a single bid entered by the reorganization committee of the bondholders.
Lucretia Ritter a schoolteacher in St. Lawrence County was chased by a full grown black bear while walking in the woods near Canton Pennsylvania. She climbed a forked tree twelve feet up and stuck there for nearly three hours until farmer Skunk crawled up and rescued her. The bear consumed her lunch and damaged her hat before leaving.
On the Tennessee river a mob of fifty white men fired on and drove off about fifteen negro timber workers for Standard Oil. Four were seriously wounded including foreman Smith and workers Mitch Clark John Reed and Zena Jenkins. They fled. no arrests.
William J. Bryan plans a major future publication detailing the silver question and bimetallism. Half of the royalties will fund the cause over four years. The book will include his views on the recent campaign, his biography by Mrs. Bryan, and contributions from political leaders. It will also describe his campaign tours.
The Philadelphia branch of the National League of Burinee Men adopted resolutions praising John Wanamaker for his character and business experience and urged his candidacy for the U S Senate to replace J Donald Cameron. Wanamaker consented to run.
Atlanta November 17 The Georgia General Assembly elected Alexander Stephens Clay United States senator for the term beginning in March. Clay succeeds the retiring or incumbent, to represent Georgia in the Senate.
Hon. B. K. Focht of Union county leaves the Harrisburg contest for speaker after concluding defeat is likely. Rep. Farr of Lackawanna notes Philadelphia factionalism, urges a non city member to hold the speakership and cites 1891 Brooks precedent for a broader state coalition.
Novelli dated report lists arrivals and sailings: Kaiser Wilhelm II from Genoa and other liners arriving New York from Southampton and London. Vessels Mo ville Whesland Queenstown and Olifell noted as sailing out, with sightings of Prussia and other ships en route to Hamburg Rotterdam Bremen and Helgoland via Scilly and Spaarndam.
At the meeting in Washington on November 17 the group adopted a resolution proposed by Mr. Cox of New Jersey to require the use of agricultural textbooks in public schools. The remainder of the session covered reports from state oranges and other matters. This afternoon members of the grange proceeded to Mount Vernon.
Thuffalo reports Tommy Dixon of Rochester defeated Johnny Whittaker of Kansas City in nine rounds at the Connors Athletic Club. Every round was fiercely contested and up to the sixth round the outcome was in doubt, Dixon gaining the edge thereafter.
Rome reports the ministry of foreign affairs denies any settlement of the differences with Ravit and says the notes for a settlement remain open.
Bethlehem Pennsylvania on November 17 reportsfishter and Martins silk mill now operating around the clock. Forty operatives were taken on tonight to staff the extended hours.
Cloudy cooler today with scattered items from the town. Obscure control center probe updates and Common Pleas Court notes are listed alongside editorial and market briefs.
Taylor borough officials blocked the Scranton Traction line with railroad ties, a marble corner-stone, a large post, and a trench. Deputy Sheriff Price drew a revolver during a noon confrontation. An injunction halted interference and cars resumed service to Rendham.
This week we offer reduced stock on linens with large discounts. Damask towels in various sizes sell from $1.08 to $1.73 per dozen, Huck towels up to $3.00 per dozen, and 25 dozen linen napkins and 6-8 napkins priced around 4 to 98 cents. Tablesets can be ordered in special designs. We guarantee best value and invite custom tableware orders.
Counterpanes priced from 50 cents to 10 dollars each plus a large selection of hemmed scarfs bath blankets and bath towels including the Bismarck line. This extensive sale features the widest crochet quilts and full bath linen range for customers seeking value and variety.
Catalog of Matthews Brothers products including Atlantic Lead French Zinc enamel paints carriage paints Reynolds Pure Colors Reynolds Wood Finish Crockett preserved Ready Mixed tinted glass paint linseed oil guaranteed.
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