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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1896
Page
6
Riverhead dispatch reports Kile F. Lascelle, a jailed con man linked to President Cleveland, attempted escape by blending with visiting farmers. He hacked whiskers, stole clothing, and walked past guards before being halted and shackled.
The store offers ladies fall and winter shoes made from a new lightweight material called Box Calf. Available in lace and button, with heavy soles suitable to wear without rubbers. The toe is new and comfortable, with extra high lace options for skating and a full range for misses and children.
A. K. Williams, former cashier of Traders' National Bank, pleads guilty to perjury in U S court at Williamsport. Six more indictments for embezzlement and fraudulent reports were returned. Sentence halted until Saturday. max five years and $2000 fine. Many Scranton witnesses and supporters attend. government won’t pursue other charges yet.
In Common Pleas a verdict for the defendant was returned in the W. H. Anderson versus RK W. Woodward case over a $400 note. Addyman Culkin versus Mary Ann Griffin and Charles Griffin proceeded with jury to Dunmore to view the hibense in dispute. A. B. Betterly versus Henry Chappell and William Van Gorden set for continuation. Betterly seeks $350 for a piano sold on lease, with Van Gorden having defaulted on rent. S.B. Price represents the plaintiff. G. W. Beale represents the defendants.
Mike Leonard, champion of bag punching, plans a private exhibition for friends and press at Music Hall this afternoon after a ten mile run. In New York sporting notes, boxing is booming under the Horton law allowing privately run clubs to host contests.
A new melodrama In the Heart of the Storm to be presented Friday and Saturday with elaborate mechanical and electrical effects scenes set in the South. Joseph Physioc painted the scenery. Willard Lee selected a strong supporting cast including Sheridan Black A H Stewart Claude Gillingwater Earle Stirling Gus Cohen C H Stuart Jessie Bonstelle Louisa Rial and others. Also Hogan's Alley comes next Saturday Oct 10 with Gilmore and Leonard leading a company billed as Ireland's kings and City Sports Big Show continues three days this week.
Mrs Westpfahl and William Mc Laughlin are held to answer after last night’s hearing. Westpfahl’s first wife, John Achter, testified they wed in Hazleton on December 30 1877. Westpfahl and his current wife spoke of hidden marriages, with Mc Laughlin named as the man she lived with in Green Ridge. No assault findings. Senator Vaughan represents Westpfahl.
A long list of residents and visitors details numerous New York and area trips. Names include J. W. Guernesy, W. J. Welchel, George Chase, Galusha A Grow, Gertrude Williams, T. J. Theynolds, Huth Knapp, Maggie Weleah, Blanche Wood, Willabeth Bentley, Lillian Mae Snover, Miss M. A. Morrow, Nellie Larkin, James F. Wood, and E. H. House family. Events cover city, Hampton street, Waverly, Ashville, and a forthcoming home wedding for Jennie Le Grand Wright and Henry Northrup Atherton. Also mentions a New York Bar Association opening and a legal attendance note.
Deputy prothonotary Myron Kasson lists the November common pleas term with daily dockets from Nov. 9 to Nov. 18. The schedule includes numerous trespass, assumpsit, interpleader and ejectment cases involving Scranton, Carbondale, Schranton Traction, Delaware, Lackawanna Railroad, Logan Manufacturing, and several private defendants, with defendants and plaintiffs named across many entries.
A large barn in Benton township owned by H L Hallstead burned completely yesterday at 8 am. The fire destroyed hay grain and valuable farming implements. losses run to several thousand dollars with unclear cause.
Noting Wanamaker’s merchant instincts, the piece urges Republicans to back a Canton excursion for McKinley and Hobart supporters. It promotes a Lehigh Valley special train Oct 11, with round trip $6.75, including a visit to the next president and a daylight Allegheny ride. Also touts a Davidow Bros auction.
Opal glass pieces hand painted in oil colors offered in two styles. Priced 25 and W cents. Each bears the word Scranton. Four pipe prices listed at 29, 39, 48, and 59 cents each.
Local retailer invites parents to bring boys for fitting in sturdy stylish suits. The message emphasizes durability and smart styling in available options.
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