Schreifer elected president of Scranton board of control
Th Schreifer of the Sixteenth ward was unanimously elected president to succeed George Mitchell who resigned for residence change. Three months remain in Mitchell's term, with Schreifer likely to be re elected for a full year. Schreifer, born in Honesdale, moved to Scranton in 1867 and rose from office boy to chief clerk of the Delaware Lackawanna and Western way bill office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Th. Schreifer
Board of Control
George Mitchell
Mitchell
Schriefer
Ise
Siward Chamberlain
MiMmfin Avenue
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Company
Honesdale
Scranton
Lackawanna Company
Wapels
Thanksgiving and Holiday Preparations Advertisements
Call at McClintock's for plants and decor items then plan a Thanksgiving supper at Dunmore Presbyterian Church Thursday evening from 6 to 10 with a first class orchestra. Huntington's bakery offers loaf and fancy cakes. Orders encouraged at 308 North Washington Avenue. Foot Ball Thanksgiving Day Scranton vs Wyoming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunmore Presbyterian Church
Huntington's Bakery
North
Washington Avenue
Scranton
Wyoming
Nea
Gas from coal culm debated by Sanderson in Engineering News
J Gardner Sanderson writes to Engineering News disputing its portrayal of his anthracite gas producer. He cites measurements claiming gas yields of 110000 cubic feet per ton and 2800 horsepower per ton of coal with minimal waste, while a Scranton demonstration and expert analyses are referenced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the News
Sanderson
the Tribune
J. Gardener Sanderson
Scranton
Hravite Gas
Ab Niner Sanderson
Regneering News
New York
N.Y
Board of Trade
Lackawanna Tron and Steel Company
H. L. Gantt
Cassler's Magazine
W. J. Taylor
Brych Donkin
Lomson
Europe
Lionkin
H. W. Spangler
University of Pennsylvania
J. Gardner Sanderson
Amusements Review of A Romance of Coon Hollow and Other Acts
The article praises the Tennessee comedy A Romance of Coon Hollow for its scenery effects and strong company and notes its Nov 26 Academy of Music run with matinee and evening shows. It highlights Hoyt productions including Texas Steer and Jim the Penman with Emery, plus The Fatal Card and A Baggage Check at the Frothingham and Academy of Music with a star cast and new scenery.
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Coon Hollow
Chicago
Academy of Music
Jim the Penman
Captain Relwood
Jim the Pentin
Edward Emery
Haymarket Square Theater
London
Sir Charles Young
Emery
Frothingham
West Side
Prohman
New York
Am Man
Smithereens
Lawsuit Over Tragic Death Seeks 10000 Damages
In civil court Allan Lawrence sues Scranton Traction for 10000 to cover the death of his four year old son Merrit Lawrence killed when struck by a Suburban car on April 4. 18% The boy rode on a wagon to Everett store on Adams avenue near Olive street and darted into the street as the car followed. The motorman and conductor were discharged by the coroner's jury which found the motorman did all he could. Lawyers sought a continuance due to a key witness at West Point.
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Allan Lawrence
Lawrence
Bani
Scranton Traction Company
Torace BE
Hand
Major Everett Warren
George Thompson, Jr
West Point
Messrs
Halslander & Woshure
John F. Scragg
the Plain
Civil case delays in Sowka Snyter sand dispute at county court
Jury selection over hour. case argues for five feet of sand on a lot with ten foot front. Sowka and Snyter contend rear portion shorted from 140 feet lot length. Judge Dunster may grant new trial. dispute over whether pneumonia is a pulmonary disease affects insurance payout.
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Tiff
Stenor
Gunster
Sowka
Snyter
Bowka
Dunster
John Kelly
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
New York
Major Warren
Halslander & Vosburne
W. F. Boyle
Mr. Kelly
Sullivan
Aleo
Laughlin Semi-Vitreous China 10-Piece Set Offer
Open stock pattern of Laughlin china available in three color hand painted with full gold trim. A 10 piece set offered for 15 dollars. Promises durable surface and price you can match anytime. The seller stakes reputation on quality and longevity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laughlin
Eyes Examined Free at Lackawanna Avenue Spectacle Sale
Free eye examinations offered by Silverstone eye specialist at 209 Lackawanna Avenue. Spectacles priced cheaply with solid gold rimmed pairs at 3.00, nickel bows from 6c, aluminum bows up to 2.00, colored lenses 25c to 1.50. Reading glasses 2ic, opera glasses and magnifiers discounted. Hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free exams and satisfaction guaranteed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lackawanna Avenue
Lehigh Valley
Today's Good Things Bargains At The Store
A lively ad notes daily bargains with hurry up prices for Turkey Day sets. Highlights include plated child’s knife fork spoon sets in satin boxes, Rogers teaspoons at six for a dollar, and various steel or white metal pieces selling at a dime to 25 cents each. Strong urge to shop now before supplies end.
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ASC
Rogers
Bargain Boys 3-Piece Suits Reduce Prices
About 50 boys 3 piece suits with short pants in sizes 12 to 16 years offered at minimal cost. The heavy weight mixtures formerly sold for 7.00 8.00 and 10.00.
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Norton's
Lackawanna Ave
THE
Weston Mill CO
Scranton, Olyphant
Carbondale
DRS
Henwood
Wardell
B. Schreifer
Ella Clifford
Ohio
James J. White
Harrison Avenue
John L. Salem
Sons of Veterans of
Hazleton
Captain Simpson
Nanticoke
Simpson
C. 8. Alwood
Horton
N. Y
E. Fuller
Dickson Avenue
John Flack
Economy Heat and Power Company
Lockport
Agnes Gilroy
Fourth Avenue
Mary Gibbs
South Side
J. Dr. Regan
Pittston
Lena Owens
Madison Avenue
Clifford
Susquehanna County
Annie Murray
John F. Collins
Meylert Avenue
St. Patrek’s Church
Binghamton
Father Foy
McClintock's
Jefferson Avenue
Electric Street
Tribune
Engineering News
Funderson
Eeeeee
Enee
Tewegereentes
Hoyt
Chas
Blaney
Charles A. Grapewin
Thomas Evang
Nellie Franklyn
Louis Martinette
Lizzie Mellrose
Charles A. Morgan
May Belle Eckert
Ludwig Heck
James A. Marcus
Clayton Slsters
Shank & Spencer
Spruce Street
Penn Avenue
TC. Snover
Baptist Church
Oakford Court
Pred J. Amaden
Conrad Schroeder
Forest City
Bullnliana
the King of Pills & Beecham's
Beecham's
Wanner
China Hall
Wyoming Avenue
DR. Barret, Dents
Hotel
Jermyn
Ross
Rexford
Lacka. Ave
Thiele
Katharine Thiele
Ernest Thiele
Scharwenka Conservatory
Herr Kopff
Reseman
SOLON
Linden Street
Tarkien Lewes
Oluens
Mercereau & Connell
Coal Exchange, Opp
Hohenzollern
For Children
For
Hoherzollern Union
Ypsilanti Union
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