Lobbying Scandal Hearings Open Over Telephone Franchise Fight
A preliminary hearing in Alderman Fuller’s court probes alleged graft in the battle between the New and Old Telephone companies. Gallagher testifies he paid councilmen about 1800 dollars to influence votes, with detailed claims of envelopes and favors to Williams James McCann and others. The session adjourned after further testimony from T. Coyne and J. Brooks with no large crowd attending.
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Williams
Thomas
McCann
James
Gallagher
New Telephone Company
PW. Gallagher
Fuller
BE. O. Newcomb
James H. Torrey
Alderman Fuller
J. E. Sturges
Messrs. Mecnon
Robert Wilson
Messrs
Scranton Railway Company
Old Telephone Company
Select Council
Richard O'Brien
Western Union
W. F. Hallstead
Maloney
Nearney
Melvin
Shea
Fellows
Q'Boyle
Frable
Coyne
MacAndrew
Mr. Coyne
Dick Williams
O'Boyle
Thomas and
McAndrew
Hallstead
Silliman
Harvey's Lake
Clark
Morris
Ciadagher
Trolley Company
Ball Park
Lackawanna Avenue
Morgan Sweeney
Tom
Sweeney
Mr. Melvin
Bill
Iman
Harriaburg
T. J. Coyne
St. Cloud
T. R. Brooks
Andrew Healey
Mr. Healey
G. Holand
Brooks
City Clerk Refuses Paving Warrant Over Illegally Authorized Bill
Not a legal claim. November 9 Harber Asphalt Piving sought an alternative writ to compel City Clerk Martin T. Lavelle to show cause why he refused to draw a $96 warrant for Barber Asphalt Paving's share of Penn avenue fronting Handley building. Lavelle says the claim is invalid since work lacked proper authorization and appropriations are insufficient. notes existing judgments and incidentals fund has $5,277.20 left and cites a penal law barring warrants without legal authority.
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Harber Asphalt Piving Company
Martin T. Lavelle
Barber Company
Handley
Penn Avenue
Spruce Street
Lavelle
Barber Asphalt Paving Company
Remains of Mrs Donley Brought to Dunmore for Burial
Remains of Mrs Rachel Ann Donley of Seattle Washington died there in 18 percent were brought to Dunmore for interment. She was formerly a Dunmore resident and sister Mrs George Raught of Blakely Street. Her dying wish was to be laid in the family plot beside her loved ones. The casket was disinterred and sent from the west due to unforeseen obstacles. Services will be held at 2 oclock this afternoon at the Dunmore Cemetery.
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BR. A. Donley
Dunmore
Rachel Ann Donley
Seattle
Wash
Letchworth
Donley
George Raught
Blakely Street
Dunmore Cemetery
Wild Oats East and Wildcats West Listed on PD Board
The document lists the make up of the PD and W board with names and roles for Wild Oats East and Wildcats West. It includes schedule notes for sundry trains and boat operations, crew assignments, departure times, and contingencies for Nov 18 and related events. Names such as Stevens, Bevor, Mosier, Finnerty, Wallet, Rowe, Foy, and Mullen appear among others in various positions and duties.
Downfall of the Indians in muddy Athletic Park clash
St Thomas College fights through rain and mud to top the Carbondale Indians in a hard fought game. The Indians, hurt by line-up changes and injuries, struggle as Manley, Tadgins, and Hanson gain yards while McDonall and Joe McDonald shift the line. Captain Yhora plates two St Thomas touchdowns with O Hare adding a kickoff conversion.
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Athletic Park
St. Thomas College
Carbondale Indians
Supernne
Jocal
Indians
Colleghins
McDonall
Big Joe McDonald
McAndrews
Yale Triumphs Over Princeton In Hard Fought Classic
Yale defeated Princeton 5 to 2 as Captain Pell's squad faced a dominant Yale lineup. Stillman Bloomer and Yale’s guards overwhelmed the Tigers while Perry Hale Brown and Stillman surged for long gains. Tosey Poiter of Princeton flashed on a kickoff return, but Yale’s defense and offense carried the day in a decisive victory for Yale.
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Yile
Giants
Old Nassau
Princeton
Pell
Yale
Stillman
Bloomer
Vale
Mattis
Perry Hale
Brown
Tosey Poiter
Ineck
Coy
New Haven
Eleven Indian starters visit Penn in 16 6 loss
Eleven dusky warriors led by aboriginal nicknames arrived at Franklin Pier Philadelphia Saturday to meet the University of Pennsylvania team. The Indians matched with strong runs and clever line plunges but Penn prevailed 16 to 6. Wheelock burst for a touchdown and Potter added a 40 yard drop kick for five points.
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Tiedwater
Beaver
Franklin Pier
Philadelphia
University of Pennsylvania
Harvard Eleven
Philadelphians
Indians
Oval
Big Wheelock
Quakers
Penn
Potter
Lafayette Rolls Over Cornell In 17-0 Surprise
In Faston on Saturday Lafayette defeated Cornell 17 to 0. Platt opened with an 85 yard run for a touchdown early in the first half. John Horan, a local player, stood out at half back after previously lining up at guard and tackle. Megard also played well for Lafayette.
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Faston
Lafayette
Cornel
Scriool Eleven
Platt
Wip Fennhy
Johi Horan
Megard
Lafayette Stronger Than Opponents. Horan Excels at Halfback
The Philadelphia Press notes Lafayette faced a stronger foe this season. Horan moved to halfback and delivered creditable work, rarely failing to gain though not with his usual dash. Lafayette scored a first half touchdown and Cure added a field goal. in the second half the team played defense with no further scoring. Columbia beat the Naval Cadets 11 to 0 at Annapolis. Weekes scored both touchdowns as several teams posted scores: Wear Point 18 Bucknell 1 Wisconsin 20 Chicago 5 State College 44 Gettysburg 0 Homestead 0 Lehigh 0.
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Philadelphia Press
Lafayette
Horan
Juffayette
Cure
Lastonians
Columbia
Naval Cadeta
Annapolis
Weekes
Wear Point
Bucknell
Wisconsin
Chicago
State College
Gettysburg
Homestead
Lehigh
Public notice guidance on letters of interest publication
The Tribune states under its policy that letters of interest will be published when accompanied by the writer's note. It disclaims responsibility for opinions expressed in letters and emphasizes the need to accompany submissions with appropriate context.
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Tribune Loos
Marksmanship Debate Stirs 13th Regiment Controversy
In a contested report from the field, Inspector Merriman challenges the Gunnery results of two Scranton companies and questions the performance of the Thirteenth Regiment. The letter from Charles I. Vain Seoben calls for standstill and further tests, while urging confidence in the unit’s officers and the overall marksmanship program.
Thanksgiving Day Round Trip to Niagara Falls
Lehigh Valley Railroad offers one fare for the round trip to Niagara Falls on Thanksgiving Day. Tickets on site and valid for travel November 28 to December 3 inclusive, usable on any train except the Black Diamond express. Consult Lehigh Valley ticket agents for details.
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Niagara Falls
Lehigh Valley Railroad
Lehigh Valley Ticket Agents
Merchant Tailoring Ad Promises Best Work at Low Prices
A tailoring shop proclaims unbeatable value, claiming superior facilities and workmanship, with the lowest prices compared to rivals. The message contrasts higher quality at lower cost against cheaper but inferior or overpriced options.
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Mir Brooks
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Hiss Toarkanen
Scranton
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Charles
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Wyoming Ave
Gunster & Forsyth
Scranton’s Shopping Center
Liberty
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Connolly & Wallace
Wasuinaton ‘Avenue
New York
Third National Bank
United States
Capital
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Henry Belin, Jr
William Jr. Peck
Intercat
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Pilsner
W. Ninth
Modsic Powder
Scranton, PA
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Laplin & Rand Powder CO
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Washington Avenue
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