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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1895
Page
1
The piece discusses recurring Silk Sales as a method for handling stocks, noting rapid fashion shifts likening silk to a Paris bonnet. It emphasizes a firm must maintain up-to-date silk inventories with quick turnover to avoid falling behind in public favor.
The store piles silk remnants on the counters to prevent aging stock. Items are described as fresh, modern, and not time worn, with quick turnover to clear odds and ends as prices drop.
A yard issue is noted across the lots described, described as worse than prior hints. The comment emphasizes a consistent problem affecting all following parcels, marking the condition as suboptimal.
A fragmented catalog of fabric lots and sale prices. Describes 10 pieces of striped taffeta, 8 pieces of stripe Sarahs for waists, various brocade taffeta silks, and heavy grace silks. Prices quoted include 65c, 50c, 69c, and 1.25 per yard with large assortments and color ranges. Mention of sale closings and value perceptions.
In San Francisco on October 4 the Durant murder case featured Rev. John George Gibson on the stand with handwriting comparisons to paper from the crime scene. Durant’s defense and prosecution weighed guitarist writing samples while character witnesses praised Durant, and a contempt ruling against Miss Carrie Cunningham was deferred to Tuesday.
A man named Michael Hurley, alias Pugsey, linked to a string of burglaries, was identified by tattoo on his right arm by officers in Williamsport after a post office safe robbery near Duboistown. He faces transfer to U S authorities as an extra guard is placed at his cell.
Philadelphia official notice reports Frederick W Gutterle of Philadelphia appointed by Governor Hastings to the staff with the rank of lieutenant colonel. At 38 he has long been active in business and socialist circles, joining the state fencible in 1878 as a private and advancing to captain before resigning in 1885 due to business interests.
A notable local figure is reported dead in Monroe County as the case proceeds through court. The brief item notes the deceased’s prominence and the ongoing judicial matter surrounding the incident.
The man appeared at the office of the orphan's court and declared himself the missing son. He said he had traveled the West and worked in Washington. He was shocked to learn of his mother's death and today established his identity and received the inheritance.
Senator Blackburn of Kentucky spoke on the political scene. He claims re election to the Senate is certain and asserts Governor Harding will win by a large margin. He names silver as the key issue before voters and criticizes Secretary Carlisle's absence from campaigning.
R G Dunn & Co reports third quarter 1895 commercial failures 2,792 with liabilities $32,167,179 and 16 percent higher than last year. Prices Reach lowest wholesale range since March while cotton goods boots and shoes and iron show declines. Rail and steel trends slow, coke wages rise, money market strengthens, and federal failures dip from prior year.
The St Paul operated by International Navigation ran trials between Cape Ann and Cape Porpoise covering 44.96 knots and averaged 20.40 knots for four hours. The ship earned recognition as an auxiliary cruiser of the United States and will carry U S mails. Engines performed smoothly with no incidents. The St Paul did not match the St Louis official run due to less favorable conditions.
Stray candidates filed nominating papers at the state department on Oct 4 in Harrisburg. Charles R. Palmer of Chester seeks a Berks Common Pleas judgeship on the Prohibition ticket. W H 8 Thompson of Pittsburg aims for Beaver county president judge on the Independent ticket. W McKnight Williamson of Huntingdon seeks president judge of the Twentieth district on the Regular judicial ticket. The Williamson case raises the issue of 10 percent signer eligibility, with no prior election record for the district combining Mimin and Huntingdon counties. Williamson has 296 signers split evenly between the two counties.
King Pyatt a long time peach grower died in a Croton New Jersey blaze after smoke blocked his escape. A lodger Mary Hires leapt from a window and was seriously injured as the house and outbuildings burned. Four structures and furniture were ruined with heavy losses, partially insured.
A battered relic titled The Historic Lump of Metal stirs public fascination as readers recall the famed Liberty Bell. The article notes the bell’s journey and its enduring symbol of liberty inspiring renewed enthusiasm among locals.
The Liberty Bell train from Philadelphia reached Alexandria and Fredericksburg with large crowds and ceremonial greetings. Virginia officials, Mayor Warwick, Seymour White, and Governor O Ferrall led receptions as Red lights and twenty one gun salutes marked the stops from Milford to Ashland before the day closed in Richmond.
At Reading Pa on October 4 prize winners were named for drill and hose events. Butler led the drill with 31 seconds. Out of state races included Columbia of Peekskill and Columbia Engine of the same city. Friendship of Boyertown won the hook and ladder race with 43 seconds for 200 yards. Prizes ranged from 40 to 150 dollars with divisions for best engine hose cart and out of state entries.
Harry Mason cited for two murder counts in the drowning of his wife Mollie Mason and Isaac Adrian in the Allegheny river at Brilliant. He was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter amid defense claiming accident as all four, intoxicated, rode a skiff that capsized near shore.
A natural gas explosion at Lennix and Cashmore liquor store on Erin street and Center avenue in Pittsburg Pa wrecked the building and shook nearby structures. Plumber John Smith was badly hurt and may die as investigators seek a presumed Italian suspect amid ongoing pursuit.
Lieutenant Peary arrived today after a late overnight trip to Philadelphia. He appeared in good health and departed this afternoon for Washington, exiting via the Colonnade hotel after a brief stay.
Miss Mary gare, a nurse at a leper colony near Fort Wayne, Indiana, travels to a nearby facility for a comparative visit. The fragment details local health workers and a brief note on the native population.
Campaign flood begins as Sanator Quay departs Beaver near remain rampant by un Unt of the Repu state head.
A flood of correspondence and mail matter filled the morning at Democratic headquarters with clerks and stenographers at peak activity. Similar bustle was noted at the Pennsylvania Republican headquarters in the Girard House.
At Minneapolis on Oct 4 delegates to the house of deputies heard Bishop Whipple critique the focus on canons. He stressed the mission movement’s half century and urged the apostolic church to pursue greater tasks. The session then turned to mission matters.
Henry Harding the Tunkhannock attorney who disappeared in March 1894 resurfaced in town alone arriving on a night train. He visited the Packer House spoke with friends but gave no explanations about his whereabouts or long absence. He said he would discuss business with his brothers Sam and Jack and offered no further details.
Pittsburg officials probe city attorney accounts as cashier Wardrop reveals interest of 100000 dollars was paid to assistant city attorney W H House on deposits over four years. House defers comment while council sub-committee prepares to continue the inquiry.
Testimony in a Lancaster pension case before US Commissioner Montgomery links Edwin Hook myer and son Edwin H. Bookmyer to actions involving Frank Hart impersonation of Francia Hart a deceased veteran. Defendants bound over 2090 dollars bail for trial in November. Andrew J. Scott colored man hanged in Charlestown jail yard for wife murder by poison. About ten spectators admitted to the enclosure. The hanging marks a rare occurrence in the area.
A man identified as John Lydecior dies this morning in Bogota after a decade serving in public administration. The notice notes his age, issuing authority, and a brief overview of his career and death.
Reports from Constantinople describe crowded Armenian churches holding refugees with about 500 Armenians in the Patriarchal church. Deputations meet with Sir Philip Currie as foreign diplomats urge protests over police excesses and mob brutality amid ongoing Sassoun inquiries.
Special to the Scranton Tribune Hawley Oct 4 Justice Sebastian Newberger was shot by Christy Houseman at Tafton Pa Wednesday afternoon and remains alive with a bullet in his brain. His condition is about the same as yesterday Houseman is still at large and believed to have escaped Constables are on the lookout Henry Quick also shot is resting comfortably.
Reports from the era describe multiple local events: a horse bite injuring Joseph Maynard of Braddock, a fatal machinery accident at an Allegheny City leather works involving Ernest Will, and a Philadelphia and Reading rail lawsuit filed by Samuel Frank of Myerstown over parental deaths at a grade crossing. The city of Imneaster sold 120000 of 4 percent bonds with Rudolph, Kiegbolte & Co securing the loan from 37 bidders. Knights post office uncovers small but undetermined sums. Layton Bondmen placed in charge by Rector Hooten. Layton’s bondsmen and pending reimbursements noted.
A note on Bissell Me post office closure after no replacement found. Reports mention Haupt edited Hebrew Bible in type by John Hopkins. An Independence Kan circus gorilla caused chaos but was captured. Danish consul Tisianeon for Minnesota shot himself in Rugh City. Wealth loss prompts Albert Wade to flee with 13000 from Mount Vernon bank. J P Lamb assassination near Welaka Fla linked to law enforcement anger. Eastport Me sardine factory workers strike over pay, affecting hundreds of women and children.
President William Livingstone of the Take Carriers association asks Secretary La Mont to close St Mary's Falls canal for two hours tomorrow for General Poe's funeral. A Franklin County New York boundary post was moved ten feet into the U S to aid a saloonkeeper locating on the border. Fourth class West Point cadets R M Berg and W L Wigoe are disciplined by President Cleveland for conduct prejudicial to good order. confined to the grand gymnasium for three months.
Mile Yvette Guilbert of London denies a reported engagement to a London broker amid a swirl of gossip in the Tweosophic society. Herbert Burrows of London reportedly withdraws from involvement.
Sole agents in Scranton offer a reduced tariff on assorted goods with improved quality. Specials include Ladies Union Suits at 1.00 to 1.25, Children's Union Suits at 49c, Gents’ Fleeced Underwear 60c, Egyptian Ribbed Vests and Panties at 4c to 38c, and a full line of related items.
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