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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1897
Page
12
Lackawanna County Carbondale notices remind that advertisements orders for job work and items for publication left at the Shannon & Co. establishment on North Main Street will receive prompt attention. The office opens from 4 am to noon.
Dwight Rhinevault suffered severe injuries while coupling cars at Davies’ plane on Thursday afternoon. His arm was caught between the cars. extraction took over fifteen minutes. Doctors report a fractured collarbone, broken left arm below the elbow, and amputation of the little finger, with surgeons hoping to save the arm.
James Griffiths aged thirty nine native of South Wales and long time resident of the city died instantly at the Russel BR colliery where he worked with partner David S. Evans. He fell as he prepared to go home after reporting illness. He leaves a wife and several children and was a member of Court Lily No M Foresters of Armorica. The funeral will be attended in a body.
A meeting of Columbia Hose Company elected officers for the coming year. James Boylan was named president and P. F Moran secretary. James J. Gorman became treasurer and John J. Brennan foreman with Harry Booth as assistant foreman. A. L. Sahm was chosen driver and FP. H. Murray, John James, J. W. Kilpatrick and William Peele as trustees. The retiring president spoke, and Boylan addressed the members. Gratitude was extended to the Delaware and Hudson and Erie railroads for courtesies during a trip to Port Jervis.
Mrs Frank Einet of North Church Street hosted friends on Thursday afternoon in honor of sister Mrs Wille McCos of Tomphinshille. Guests included Mrs John Halkey Mrs Walter Willis Mrs Henry Pruner and several others with vocal and instrumental music and social entertainment.
Frederick Moses leaves Carbondale for Wilkes-Barre to head a key clerical establishment. Notables passing bar exams include Lewie Gramer J R Burnett Harry Seitz. Kerr & Co. ex-manager visits Scranton. many local residents update travels and injuries. A mine accident in Forty Fort claims James Glenn's brother, while foundation work on Park place digs to a sand bed for a concrete base.
John Lingfelter resumes role on the Delaware and Hudson railroad. E D Lathrop, after illness, has recovered enough to ride. Viewers named for the new Beattie township road include George F E Blevennon of Waverly Chas L Lowry and Jacob Schaffer of Scranton.
Wilkes-Barre papers recount Jermyn Crystal Fire Company No 1 and Beranton outlying district units parading in period uniforms with bands. Mayfield Hose Company and band also appear amid coverage of football at Alumni Park and local civic events.
The marriage occurred at the bride’s parents home with pastor Frederick Zitzleman officiating. Attendants included Gertrude Telemian and John Reinhardt. After a wedding dinner, the couple departed on a Delaware, Lackawanna and Western train for a ten day honeymoon to Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Thousand Islands and Lake George before settling in New York City. Numerous family and local friends attended.
The Rev. Mr. Funk of Pitteton will occupy the Presbyterian pulpit tomorrow morning and evening. The Methodist Episcopal church holds services at 1 30 pm and 7 pm with preaching by Rev. C. Simpkins. The morning theme Vielting Angele and evening The Right of God in Christ Sufficient. A cordial welcome to all. A church supper in the M E parlors last night was a social and financial success. Wakely borough health board urges public cooperation for health and peace.
Reading from the article, outside employees at the White Oak breaker presented Thomas Law with a gold medal and a cane upon his retirement from foremanship. The inscription honors his nearly twenty seven years of service and acts of kindness by the men of the White Oak breaker. Mrs Lillian Hale of Scranton is visiting her sister Mrs KR J Uren.
A letter from a patient in Buffalo hails Dr Pierce and his remedies The People's Physician and The Golden Medical Discovery for rapid relief and restored health The writer expresses deep gratitude and blessings for Dr Pierce and his undertakings, noting relief from long standing ailments and hope for humanity.
The school offers intellectual and practical training for teachers with three study courses and a prep for college. Thirty graduates pursued further studies last year. A large model school of 300 pupils supports six teachers, with art and music programs, a gym, nurse, and well-furnished facilities. Annual cost to normal students is about $143, terms begin August 2 and December 16. applications accepted any time via Principal S. H. Albro, Mansfield, Pa.
A roundup highlights one item from each style with both high and low priced goods. The notice emphasizes that the sellers offer what you want even if not all details appear in ads and stresses value across price ranges.
Store ad touts heavy covert overcoats with satin piping and velvet pockets. It promises wool jersey warmth and a fashionable cut, claiming hidden value and no extra cost at the shop.
Advertises boys suits sized four to eight years featuring a large sailor collar and multiple rows of silk braid. Describes all wool fabrics in brown and wood color mixtures with checks and plaids. Claims good value and aims to make a record, price listed at $3.50.
Advertises a boys vestee suit sized 3 to years with an open front Eton jacket and separate back-buttoned embroidered vest. Sailor collar and cuffs trimmed in silk braid, knee pants with buckle. available in brown grey chevrons plaids and blue serge wool. Claim of high value for low price.
Ad praises sailor outfits for boys ages four to ten featuring a loose blouse, large collar, shield front, and silk braid trim in black red or white. Made of navy blue serge, all wool, winter weight. Endorses suitability for play or dress up with strong value.
The ad promotes boys suits from nine to sixteen including school and Sunday dress styles. It stresses top value for a medium price and compares favorably to $5.00 suits, noting the cloth fineness and the specialty of fat boys sizes.
You notice how he is growing up and forming habits for good or bad. We aim to cultivate the habit of buying his clothes here with special care. Our young men's suits coats pants and vests match the up to date cut and style of men.
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