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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1901
Page
3
Fragmentary city notes record planning notices, public meetings, and community items. It cites officials and locations such as Delaware avenues and Crown venison, with references to public notices and a Punch cigar mention as a cultural aside.
John Bunnell, of Wilkes-Barre, was arrested yesterday and brought before Magistrate Millar on charges of circulating a libelous instrument. Mulvey, of Wilkes-Barre, claims Bunnell drew up an affidavit alleging she paid to falsify a matter in the city, and Mulvey accuses him of writing the document to aid a younger intoxicated person. Bunnell waived a hearing and entered ball.
In a mining accident, Daniel Waitersteel suffered severe injuries when a keg of powder exploded. The blast tore both arms off and blew fragments across the work area. He was rushed to Moses Hospital and died a week later.
North Scranton residents attend a public reception at the Welsh Calvinistic Methodist church on South Main Avenue as Judge Bedwards welcomes Mabon and Abilities describe social reforms and wartime labor issues. The address covers underage workers, living conditions, and proposed changes to hours with turnout and supportive speeches from Welsh friends.
Boschino Dawcohe Hosebliie, once sentenced to life for murder of Nicolas Conforti, was granted clemency yesterday. The decision, by the system court, frees him after long years and promises a new start in the 1805 case context.
Striking workers faced a split over a secret ballot for a proposition. General Manager Silliman did not attend the planned meeting, prompting a delegation to seek him. Four old employees were suspended, others returned to work after discipline.
In Pittsburg an assembly of Western Pennsylvania college presidents and local clergy discussed substantial fundraising goals. Notable requests included 000s for Washington and Jefferson College and 250 000 for Pennsylvanian women’s college, plus other pledges to support Presbyterian mission building.
The article argues against starvation and dieting for indigestion and promotes Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets as the remedy. It claims the tablets aid digestion by digesting food for the stomach, nourishing the body, and resting the stomach. One or two tablets after each meat is advised for relief and lasting benefit.
The readable fragments discuss Presbyterianism in Western Pennsylvania and New Jersey, noting church proceedings, leadership speeches, and legal or contractual matters. Mentions include Pat Contelbep, Dhawan Proek, Dec ember, and a ship companion linked to Lakewowl, with a contract involving Wilming ton and Wellingsworth for a future delivery.
Reported strike actions by Knoxville coal workers amid contested layoffs and management responses. The piece notes worker disagreements, employer statements, and ongoing tensions over conditions and job security affecting local operations.
West End Wheelmen No 2 beat Scranton Bicycle Club three games while Green Ridge Wheelmen No 1 took two from West End No 2. Poor scoring across four teams left the standings tight with Howard Davis posting 202 for high single game and Jeffries 205 for high score in a night of inconsistent bowling.
Stewart D. Bishop of Dunmore Pa thanks the Pennsylvania Casualty Company for indemnity under his policy. He notes filing proofs of loss and compliments the company on prompt settlement. The missive mentions a move of dentist Dr FLO Snyder now at 128 Adams Avenue and ends with a cigar advertisement.
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