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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1895

Page

3

Resolutions Passed on Removal of Two Baptist Pastors

A Baptist Pastors association passes resolutions removing Rev. Warren G. Partridge and Rev. T. J. Collins from the city after long ministries. The minutes express esteem for their loyalty and devotion and pledge ongoing prayers and support. The secretary is instructed to inform the two pastors of the action. Committee members W. G. Watkins, D. C. Hughes, and W. J. Ford sign the notice.

Baptist Pastors’ Association Warren G. Partridge T. J. Collins W. . Partridge T. J. Fling Eand rethren_ Collins Partridge W.G. Watkins D.C. Hughes W. J. Ford

Dedication of Tablet by 143d Pennsylvania Volunteers

The One Hundred Forty third Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Association plans a October 14 dedication at Gettysburg to honor the regiment with a granite tablet marking its position during Pickett's Charge. Colonel George Richard leads the committee with members from Wilkes Barre Scranton and Moscow. A special excursion via Delaware and Hudson and Penn Vann lines departs the city at 4 96 m on Monday October 4.

Fit Witt Pennsylvania Volunteers George Richard Wilkes-Barre Iain Henry M. Gordon Dorrancen O. E. Vaughan Moscow Aptain M. L. Blair Scranton J. Mutter P. DeLacynton Forty-third Regiment A. J. Colborn Delaware and Hudson Penn- Vann

Missing delegate John D. Metn found ill, tied to O'Higgins claim

Chicago dispatch reports John D. Metn, the missing delegate to the American convention, located in a house on Linden Street Washington Avenue after an illness, typhoid fever, began Sept. 23. O'Higgins says McIntyre, from Boston, disappeared earlier and may be from Washington, D. C. The note mentions hotel staying and local drugstore cures.

O'Higgins Dhepatch Chicago John D. Metn John B. O'Higgins Boston Frere McIntyre Nowch Mr. O'Higgin

Testimony Heard Yesterday in Potter Trespass Case

Crowds filled Scranton court for testimony in the Potter trespass suit against Scranton Traction Company. Rev. J. C. Leacock testified he saw ladders on Blakely street and considered them dangerous. Deputy Sheriff L. C. Bortree discussed horse temperament. Dr. Winters described Potter’s injuries, and Dr. Leet to testify about pre and post accident health. Other cases on trial and forthcoming witnesses noted.

J.C. Leacock Bortree Winters N. ¥. Lect Scranton Traction Comepany No. 2 Court Room Judge Lynch Wilkes-larre J. C. Leacock Dunmore Methodist Episcopal Church Traction Company Potter N. ¥. Leet Leet Mulholland Henry Mulholland Rushbrook Water Company Judes Edwards George W. Kramer John W. Cure W C. Miller Mwards Tnd Blakely Watson & Diehl No. 2 Court Room Fragrant Eee Ackerman Bros Central Mee Company Owegs Gunster E. Grewer Philadelphia Old Post Office Penn Avenue Spruce Street University of Pennsylvania Mexico-Chirurgical College of Philadel- Phila DR. E. Grewer Scranton

Corsican Brothers At Davis Theater With Harrison J Wolfe

Harrison J Wolfe stars in a revival of The Corsican Brothers at the Davis theater. The production features new scenery and a company of noted artists after Fechser’s death. The Cincinnati Inquirer praises Wolfe and cites his past work with McKee Rankin and Paul Kauvar as a sign of future star power.

Harrison J. Wolfe Fechser James O'Neil Robert Mantell Richmond Davis Theater Dumas Corsican Brothers Alex Salvini McKee Rankin Charles Frohman Paul Kauvar The Cincinnati Inquirer Mr. Wolfe the Grand Pike's Booth

Railroads report earnings gain and fleet electrification hints

During the third week in September fifty three railroads increased gross earnings by 2.18 percent. In the second week seventy nine railroads rose 6.07 percent. Lehigh Valley official Robert H. Sayre dismissed Philadelphia rumor of its absorption by Pennsylvania lines as absolutely large. Pennsylvania and Reading cut suburban passenger rates near Philadelphia to compete with trolleys. New trip hooks average 2.5 cents per omit. Atlanta exposition railway exhibit expected to show top gear from major lines. Southern roads push to prove market progress in recent years.

Toledo St. Louis Kansas City Robert H. Sayre Lehigh Valley Railroad Philadelphia Pennsylvania Lehigh Valley Reading Atlanta

Classified Help Wanted Promoted by The Tribune Free

The Tribune offers to advertise your help or situation for free while other classifieds charge a cent per word. The notice highlights the wide readership and low-cost ad options.

The Tribune

Father Mathew Parade in Jermyn Next Thursday

Societies of the First Division will celebrate Father Mathew Day in Jermyn with a parade and picnic on Oct. 10. About thirty-five societies will march, with bands and drum corps, under Grand Marshal M. H. McHale. Formation points and route are outlined, and division commanders will report promptly to their marshals.

Jermyn Father Mathew Diocesan Union M. H. McHale Pirot River Street Cemetery Street South Main Street Second Street Bacon Street Main Street Poplar Street Lackawanna Avenue Lackawanna Poplar Main Division Avenue Cemetery Third Street Atu TJ. Mahon Green Ridge J. F. Noone Scranton James F. McAndrew Forest City John Joyce Pin Brook John Gilgalion Cardendales J. Mulherin Mineoka JC. Vaughan South Side M. BL Madigan Carbondal Knights of Father Mathew Ulets St. Joseph St. Frose St. Rose Cadets Pioneer Father Mathew St Patrick's Mather Mathew Carbondale St. Michael's Simpson St. Agnes Pioneer Corps St. Joseph Cadets Forest Ciy I. J. MetGuire St. Leo's St Patrick’s St. Patrick's Hyde Park St. John's Father Societiee St. Aloysius Society of

Steam Eruption on Washington Avenue From Defective Pipe Elbow

Steam issued from a ground pipe along Washington avenue near Connolly and Walkiver's store last night. Workmen from the Steam Heat and Supply company dived under the pavement, exposed the defective elbow, and repaired the pipe while enveloped in steam. The chill of night did not deter them as they completed the repair.

Washington Avenue Connolly & Walkiver’s Steam Heat and Supply Company

Political Gossip and Local Elections Shape Scranton News

The article reports on discussions over the city superintendent selection between professors Lange and Howell, with potential dark horse talk and board of control plans to vote Phillips' resignation next week. It notes Fahey's county convention victory and ongoing infighting over party chairmanship amid a divided Democratic party.

George W Phillips J.C. Lange George Howell Board of Control Phillips Lange Howell Dark Horse Scranton

Tax totals for county and townships revenue report filed

Clerk E E Rebathan announced a statewide annual tax report detailing taxes collected for state, county, city and local governments including funds for the poor roads and schools. The document lists nine schedules with totals for poor tax street work school funds personal property licenses real estate railroads and other corporations with a grand revenue total of 1 497 044 58 last year.

E. E. Rebathan County Commissioners’ Office Secretary of Internal Affairs Arch- Wald Blakely Borough Thos Benton Township Clfton Cy Sas Covington Carbondale Fell CR Tors Slant.ag Gouldsboro Cy Sla Glenburn Greenfield Jefferson Township Cly San Helge Jermyn Borowgh Lohich Lt Plume Borowsh Mayfleki Sats Madison Township Newton Township North A Bington Old Forge Ransom Thearing Brook Scott Township South Abington Sitlol Spring Brook Taylor Throop Waverly SIM Winton Borough Scranton

Lunchtime Vendor Barred From Street Wagon Stand

Police barred a night lunch wagon operator from using his wagon in front of the Davies Griffin store after he failed to meet regulations. Chief Simpson ordered Lieutenant Davis to arrest him if he tried to set up again. the vendor heeded the warning after being chased from his old stand days earlier.

City Hall Warning Follows Wagon Incident on Penn Avenue

A man who anchored his wagon near the estate on Penn Avenue faced pursuit by property owners and sought redress at the city hall. He agreed to pay $1 a day as stipulated, but the outcome was a warning issued to him.

Penn Avenue

Democratic State Convention Nominates Ticket in Worcester

The Democratic state convention met in Worcester Oct 2 and nominated Governor George F. Williams of Dedham for governor with James Grinnell of Greenfield as lieutenant governor and Edward J. Flinn of Boston as secretary of state. Other officers named include Eben S. Stevens of Sudbury treasurer and Alfred C. Whitney of Boston auditor and Henry F. Hurlbut of Lynn attorney general. The platform supports gold standard, redeemable obligations, and a banking system with minimal government paper money. The report also mentions a public library item about a book on grain trade with ancient history and world history sections illustrated with carvings.

Worchester Mass George F. Williams Dedham James *. Grinnell Greenfield Edward J. Flinn Boston Eben S. Stevens Sudbury Alfred C. Whitney Henry F. Hurlbut Lynn Golks United States

Norsford's Acid Phosphate Endorsed By Harlow

Dr H M Harlow of Aurueta Maine lauds Norsford's Acid Phosphate as one of the best remedies for nerve and system ailments. Local help wanted ads appear in the Tribune free of charge, with office supplies discounted in the ad section. Guernsey Bros Pillsbury flour mills boast a daily capacity of 17 500 barrels.

Norsford H. M. Harlow Aurueta Pillsbury's

Rexford's Going Sale Lights Up Washington Stock

Washington stock melts away as Rexford’s cuts prices on watches engravings and framed pictures. About 700 framed pictures and other goods offered at new low prices to clear stock. Visit as upset prices drive customers to buy before items run out.

Washington Taber

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