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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 22, 1894

Page

5

City notes of officials meetings and social events tonight

The board of control teachers committee meets this evening. The Young People’s assembly holds a business meeting. A night school opens at No.6 Cedar avenue with Professor Meaumont in charge. Common and select councils meet in sessions. St Luke’s Ladies Guild hosts a 2 to 6 pm cake sale at the rectory. Elim Park ladies plan a 6 to 8 pm tea. Card invitations extended. Scranton faces Wilkes-Barre in a baseball game this afternoon with Mullarkey and Jefftings as captains. Various public works and police appointments are debated tonight. The weather hints at continued Indian summer. Continuous notices of Welsh Baptist conference, New England Society banquet plans, and drainage talks fill the schedule. A musical piece in a weekly issue will be printed, with literary and theater notes throughout. An accident on Mulberry street injures a rider. Lackawanna hospital treated Bowman and released. Austin’s Giganteans attract crowds at Davies theater.

Board of Control Young People’s Assembly Cedar Avenue Professor Meaumont Common Council Penta Select Council Ladies’ Guild St. Luke's Church Rectory Tarrow Ald Solity Elim Park Cardinl Scranton Whikes-arre John Mullarkey Hugh Jefftings Wilkes-Barre B. Brockway Justice Hand Jeferson Vine Street Burilay Pennsylvania Taylor Baptist Church New England Society of Lackawanna County Board of Trade Rooms Lackawanna Avenue Imade Police Committee of Select Council Iitscus John &. McHalé McTinte Raymond Court Dmecer P. G. Walsh

Guernsey Bros Feature The Weber And The Best

Guernsey Bros presents a brief feature highlighting Weber as a standout figure and noting a top performance or recognition. The piece emphasizes local interest and market details around the event or display.

Weber Pet the Guernsey Bros

Boxing Tournament Ends in Brooklyn with Upsets and Slugging

Greenwood Athletic Club of Brooklyn wins as Joe Williescheck and Joe Lane claim prizes. The 126 pound final between Williescheck and Clannon ends in a redraw before a verdict. Referee controversy surrounds Kohler and Kohler’s gymfare faces crowd opposition. The middleweight bout between McGowan and Paton is marked by heavy slugging and a disputed decision.

Music Hall Excelior Athletic Club Kohler New York Laula Wilkes-Barre Closs Nouncer Thomas O'Donnell Trenton Willim Kane Excelsiors Thomaas Monahan The O Donnell Tim McDermott George Jones Joe Willischeck Philadelphia John Clannon Brooklyn Harry Woods Clunan Jtch Bob 2 Kohler Stobert Wilebeck Clunun Williececk Robertson Joe Lane John Rice Sam Ize Igel Lane Yeel Edward Fitzgerald Agaiinst Batty McCoy Burns Fitzgerald McCoy P. J. McGowan Excelatora Mike Paton Paton

Dr Walk to Lecture on The Benefit of Associated Charlies

A special committee of the Associated Board of Charities arranges Dr Walk of Philadelphia to speak on The Benefit of Associated Charlies at the Young Men's Christian Association rooms on Nowa. J B Cohen Colonel H M Boles M F Sando Rev G L Aldrich Rev Rogers Igragl to meet Walk and plan the evening. Colonel Ripple to introduce the lecturer, noted for experience in charitable work.

Associated Board of Charities Dr. Walk Philadelphia Associated Charlies Young Met Christian Association Nowa Dy, Walk J. RB. Cohen H. M. Boles M. F. Sando G. L. Aldrich Rogers Igragl Ripple

Point of Law To Be Decided By Alderman Wright

Alderman Wright will decide a motion in a case where W C Capwell sues Charles H Sivilly for a $100 commission from a property sale. Capwell sought a purchaser offering $14 000, with a $100 bonus if successful, otherwise $40. Capwell pursued potential buyers including Mr Jenking and Mr Davies in hopes of earning the fee.

Jenkins Smilly Davies Capwell Smlly Replogle Carpenter Alderman Wright W. C. Capweill Charles H. Sivilly Sivilly Mr. Capwell Jenking

Notable Opening of Scott Collection at Garney Brown Co

Art lovers toured the Scott collection at Garney Brown and Co on Adams Avenue and Linden Street. Works by Tamburini Witt and A Fox drew praise from critics and collectors as the gallery welcomed visitors all day and extended hours. The exhibit showcases European and American masters and drew strong local acclaim.

Scott Garney, Brown & Co Adams Avenue Linden Street Scotts Conntleeurs Tamburini J. A. Witt New York A. Fox America Europe Scrantom

Wildcat Treed After Three Hour Chase by Dunmore Hunters

A wildcat weighing 22 pounds was killed near Daleville Tuesday by Harry Depuy and Charles Mowry of Dunmore. The chase followed a dog scent on a hillside, ending three miles from the start when buckshot brought the cat to ground. The day yielded birds and eight rabbits.

Daleville Harry Depuy Charles Mowry Dunmore Depuy Dewan Baying Jim

County Jail Notes From Crime Roundup

Martin Reagle, a laborer, was sentenced to ten days imprisonment for drunkenness and was caught with two large paving stones in his hands. Mary Quinnan received thirty days imprisonment for drunkenness and annoying Michael Toole on the West Side. The clipping also critiques Palmer Cox drawings and mentions a serialized story "Queer People" offered at ten or twelve cents per part.

Martin Reagle Mary Quinnan Michael Toole Palmer Cox Mal

Taylor's New Directory and Williams' Counterclaim

A Scranton directory dispute shows J J Taylor publishing a city directory while Williams' Directory Corps claims rights. A letter from Hunt & Connell disputes Taylor's claim of independence and notes an order for 16 copies, asserting Williams' separate authority and urging local support for home industry.

Tribune to Give Clearly Printed Music Selection at No Extra Cost

The Tribune announces a new Saturday feature offering a clearly printed selection of good music at no added cost. Stocks are limited and readers are urged to order early for extra copies as the feature becomes understood.

the Tribune

Make Your Children Happy Part One Queer People

A lighthearted humor feature invites families to share a playful segment titled Queer People. The piece promises gentle laughs for children as it presents animated, whimsical scenarios suitable for home viewing.

Colonial Food Offer Free Pickage At Davidew Bros

Attention to the public to call at the store and secure a free sample of a world famous food. Colonial Food claims no rival. 0.T. Millar at Court Street and Diamond Avenue. Advertising copy promising silver products and silver made items available at Davidew Bros.

Colonial T. Millar Court Street Diamond Ave Davidew Bros

Verdict and cases in Archbald court at Scranton

The Archbald court adjourned with jurors still in deliberation in the Murray v borough of Winton case. The Manley v city of Scranton jury sought instruction on intoxication versus drunkenness and heard the judge explain the distinction. Other matters included Stephen Jones claiming land taken for street purposes, a 1859 constitutional issue, and a Murphy v borough of Winton malpractice claim over a gutter causing cellar flooding. Marriage licenses issued for Scranton pairs. a divorce action was filed by Mrs. Gartie Mallander against George Mallander. The piece ends noting overheard remarks about a loud musical performance and a stray comment about dynamite.

Anne Manley Scrinton Archbald Archibald Manley Lackaswanna Avenue Stephen Jones New Street Washington Avenue Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad Company Hannah and Price Westroyd Joseph O'Brien Dilenh Albright Sturges Edwards Key Wlarntiff Lymer Bidwards John A. Thomas Martin O. Dolphin Mamie Gallagher Scranton William Perry Esther Louise Lamoreux Michael Whaling Margaret Ellen Carden Andrew Tho- Dushenik Agnes Muhart Carbondate Gartie Mailander Tacob Cordier George Mallander

Tim the Tinker at Frothingham Delights Local Audience

A large crowd enjoyed Tim the Tinker at Frothingham theater last evening. John J. Brennan led the cast with humorous songs while Little Winnie and Miss Desmond drew praise for their natural performances. The play follows Irish life in Killarney and Tim’s story with strong supporting roles. Tim the Tinker will be performed again this evening.

Frothingham Tim the Tinker Frothingham Theater John J. Brennan Killarney Littl Winnie

The Unpopular Minuet and Nearby Rumblings

A Chicago Record excerpt recalls a neighborhood discussion where young women overhear a minstrel piece called The Minuet. A meek neighbor admits surprise at how far sound travels, sparking varied reactions and laughter among the group.

Rare Scranton Wilkes-Barre Symphony Concert at the Academy

The Scranton Wilkes-Barre Symphony Orchestra will perform at the Academy of Music with Theo Hemberger leading the fifty member ensemble. Mrs Theo Hemberger will sing soprano, Joseph Piamuello and Joseph Summerhill join on piano and cornet. A varied program includes overtures by Mendelssohn Wagner Liszt and works by Bizet Schubert and other composers.

Scranton-Wilkes-Barre The Academy of Music Academy of Bmusic Symphony Scranton Wilkes-Barre Theo Hemberger Scrantaniany Theo, Hemberer Joseph Piamuello National Conservatory New York Joseph Summerhill Overkure Mendilesohn Wagner Liszt Cavating Cahment Bizet Symphony Golo Iuntisilahed Schubert Cangonetta Rahim Bariernberg Hap Frayer Weselyn Hemberger Ritter

Engine whistle incident near Providence station alarms crowd

A Delaware and Hida railroad engine near Providence station released a long whistle for about ten minutes around six in the evening after a rod broke, drawing a crowd who feared a serious accident as tires were moved and the rod removed to stop the whistle.

North Eni Tial Delaware Ind Hida Providence Engin

Cayuga Mine Resumes Work After Shaft Caving

The Cayuga mine reopened after a two weeks halt caused by a cave in the Von Storch shaft which blocked the Carl vein second opening. Three shifts worked to drive a passage to Storis shaft No. 4. completion occurred Tuesday night without injury due to timely timbering of the Von Storch join.

Storis von Storch

Thanksgiving Recital At Elm Park Methodist Church

Mr Carter will present an attractive musical programme at the Elm Park Methodist Church Thanksgiving night free jubilee to benefit the poor with a silver offering. The event promises a crowded house due to Mr Carter's organ recitals and Palmer Cox Brownie treasures for children available in parts for ten to twelve cents.

Rogers Jewelry Stock Showcases Late Line Selection

When in need of something late in the Jewelry line call and see Rogers stock before making your final selection. He can show you the latest and a large assortment to select from.

Rogers

Fur Garment Manufacturer Guarantees Satisfaction and Prompt Mail Service

A fur garment maker declares in-house production with a guarantee of full satisfaction or money back. The notice promises prompt attention for all mail orders and offers a mailed catalogue upon request.

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