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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1898
Page
5
Personal note reports Wahl in Philadelphia for business with Rev Food Metube of Avoos arriving in the city yesterday. Attorney DH Hamilton was in Washington yesterday attending his brother's marriage.
The Wo mans Guild of St Luke’s church opened its annual fair in the Meare building with Mrs L Oakford in charge. Mrs George M Hallstead and assistants managed fancy work and wake booths while tea, lemonade, and candy booths attracted many visitors. Evening crowds enjoyed a doll display, a Maypole table, and well priced home made candy and cakes. the sale continues today from 2 to 9.
An undersigned notice offers refunds on a dubious wartime syrup product, claiming to cure illnesses. It names several individuals and towns in a questionable guarantee campaign.
Dr Conwell of Philadelphia lectures tonight at the high school auditorium on Acres of Diamonds, with about sixty seats unsold and reserved for the trotute. Tickets are expected to sell quickly as many seats remain in the best section despite a clerical error.
Crowded scene last evening marked the induction of Rev. Mr. Pletcher and Rev. Thomas Mele as the new pastors. The Presbytery moderator Rev. Smyth read the charge, with strong exhortations to youth to seek God and attend church and Sunday school.
Sheriff Proyor listed deeds transferring land in Old Forge Die more and Roranton to multiple buyers. Properties formerly of Patrick Henry, Vincenso Cort, Cooma bl Auniors association, Luckowonna, and others were sold to Bridget To Melblule, Auton Todeteo, Rose Todeseu, New York Mutual Savings and Loan mediation, Jowph Chilton, and George W. Wethond, with prices noted in dollars.
The eleventh anniversary of Scrantay castle and the third anniversary of Father assemble No. 1 were celebrated jointly at Finley’s hall. The program featured vocal and instrumental music, social events, and dancing. Executive committee members and assembly officers included Mrs Willhtineon, Mrs Welch, Mrs Acker, and Mrs Reese, with Mr Welch as chair.
Dr Donne suffered a slight finger cut from a surgeon’s knife, followed by blood poisoning. His arm swelled as doctors feared serious consequences. He was scheduled for immediate operation to amputate the finger.
The text contrasts palmistry with phrenology and links palm reading to physiology and psychology through the nervous system. It notes Vee Martial in Washington Avenue as an example and mentions Crane returning from New York with a line of capes and cloth jackets.
Fragmentary note mentions meal tickets and awaiting Populay Punch Cigars with unclear context. No clear events, dates, or organizations present.
The council approved Burtier Asphalt Paving Company's ten year contract to keep pavements in repair for 817,520 per year, amid a long fight over bid forms. The vote split 18 to 1 with opposition citing bid rules and yardage issues, while supporters argued the lowest responsible bid should stand.
The ad promotes Coursen's Java priced at 25 cents as a comparison to tea stores at 35c. It notes a wide margin in value and hints that someone must pay for presents. The message invites readers to try the product and judge for themselves.
The Gondoliers charity performance aims to draw large support with a first rate comic opera. A rare fifty-voice chorus will enhance the professional company’s touring rendition. Public seat sales start this morning at Powell's music store for Tuesday, Saturday, and Wednesday showings with Monday morning at the service.
Commissioner John J. Quinnan held another hearing into the indebtedness of Lacknwant township, involving claims by Martin McDonough and Don Metarty for 240 and 4 respectively. All claims must be filed by Dow. A forthcoming phase will examine the correctness of each claim with anticipated disclosures when the divestigation begins.
The Dalton event features Rev. MerConnell Hue and Keriee of Lonportnee giving gospel temperance talks. They aim to sign people to the cause and promote steady living. In other news Alexanelde? Gargnoc was born November 10 to Mrs Jack Alexumdoy of Maree City.
On November 15, 1904, at Jovidence Methodist Diplo Church, Rev Willam Balgur officiated. Frederick V Tlurtzell and Mise Aliow ML, both of Scranton, were united. Davis Delmer and Magelo Doliver, of Archbald, joined in marriage.
Alouze Tanner aged 77 died in Residien Nevada. Survived by sons-in-law Bal Clark and Howth Millawn. Funeral service held Saturday at 2 pm with interment at Forest Hib Cemetery.
At Green Ridge Presbyterian Church the Young Men's Union heard papers on the sun's power and its forms of energy by Attorney D D Replogle, including its electrical and chemical manifestations. Attorney C S Woodruff spoke on the Women's Club. A quartet F Whittemore C Winke D J Phillips M Roberts performed.
Yesterday the Bwirs Fourth of July featured a Judheliche Novemberfest with drama and dancing at Muste Klatt under Graul Verein. Schitler's William Tell was performed with Willian Teuter, Broenkel, and Merely Weles in lead roles, Lawrence's orchestra providing music for the play and a sail.
An advertisement promotes best sets of teeth priced at 33 dollars and a painless extraction option for 5 dollars each.
Kate McNulty of Olyphant freed from jail while awaiting trial on a charge misread as a crime. Judge Archbad ordered release following a plea from the defendant and a physician statement. The woman feared her child would be born in a prison cell and sought return to custody.
A Scranton display features an exceptional collection of high grade Oriental Rugs brought by Mr. A Tufenkjian of Harpoot Armenia. He is a native rug weaver and importer. the freshly imported rugs cover almost every size and start at $7. Call to view them whether buying or not.
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