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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1895
Page
1
A clothing store announces a dress goods sale within twenty miles showcasing five remarkable values ushering in the fall season. Most selections are this season’s choicest productions with one staple weave noted as an exception. The piece concludes by presenting the figures.
The announcement promises a remarkable addition to this season's offerings, described as highly welcome by readers and shoppers. It highlights the store’s commitment to delivering standout value and excitement for the upcoming months.
The advertises 26 inch all wool saltinge pieces in blue gray brown and heather mixes and solid colors. It touts 25 cents per piece and praises the fabric as excellent value and a marvel in value. 45
Public notice promotes sale of 39c 45 pieces of 50 inch fine all wool French serge in fall shades Carnal Garnet Wine Seal Nut Wood Gold Browns Weht dark navy slate and myrtle. Three pieces offered at exceptional price.
Five pieces of 40 inch silk and wool novelties offered at nine cents with attractive color effects in navy garnet brown cardinal bronze and myrtle. Bargain value described as beyond description.
The ad lists 10 pieces of 52 inch fine wool storm forges in navy and black only. It claims the fabric is exactly the same as the regular jie and notes a gale price of 60e.
The seller notes an exceptional cloth bought at a very low figure at season end. It remains staple and hard to beat for this season, with the speaker doubting any better price could be found now.
Twenty five pieces of inch all wool check and diagonal suitings offered for children or quiet dressers. Colors include olive black tan brown olive brown tan plum cardinal slate. Full value cloth sale price equals three qx.
Delegates and officers chosen as the Woman's Christian Temperance Union of Pennsylvania fills churches and halls with talks by Miss Willard and Mrs. Harvey. Speakers include Mrs. Annabel Morris Holvey and others. National convention delegates with long list of nominees announced. constitutional change on informal ballots defeated.
The New York Yacht Club held a special meeting at the Madison Avenue Clubhouse to accept Charles Day Rose's 1896 America's Cup challenge. The cup committee of 1895 was reappointed to oversee arrangements and racing, and a formal reply was sent to Royal Victoria Yacht Club secretary Percy Thelluson, signaling international races in 1896.
Nearly 60 members of Local Assembly No. 1100 Knights of Labor in Philadelphia, including about 109 women, voted tonight to strike starting tomorrow after a union meeting.
A riot broke out yesterday in Sesion West Newton involving the Slava. One man was stabbed and another man assaulted before the crowd fled, leaving injuries and turmoil in the area.
A collision off Dudgeon sank the French bark Pacific from Shields bound for Valparaiso. The Emma from Rotterdam to Boness struck the bark. the captain, pilot and ten crew perished. The Fimma rescued the rest and landed them at Hull.
In Minneapolis on October 4 the House of Deputies debated delaying the new constitution and canons for three years. Proposals to refer back the revision and to grant missionary delegates voting rights were defeated as bishops pressed for their own revised framework. A northern Minnesota missionary jurisdiction was proposed to be presided over by a Duluth bishop.
Durant said he has much good testimony in reserve and expects this week’s ordeal. He denied motive behind an envelope note to his lawyers and accused District Attorney Barnes of seeking prewritten statements. He defended his conduct and dismissed claims he would commit suicide to escape trouble.
Henderson Pfell & Co. confectioners and balers at 25 East Pratt Street Baltimore made an assignment today without preferences. The firm has forty years of southern trade. Failure blamed on war waged by the New York Biscuit Company trust. Net assets about $60,000. debts near that amount.
In Altoona on Sunday Mrs. Mary Hayes reported cash stolen from her home. A warrant was issued for Hugh Osborn of Philadelphia, a former boarder, who has since disappeared and is believed to have fled to Philadelphia.
Three fires in Williamsport Pennsylvania at Deemer and Co. lumber yard and Colonist mill were discovered within minutes this evening. All fires were promptly checked and extinguished before substantial damage. Investigators are said to suspect arson or accidental causes, with authorities noting efforts to trap the culprits.
Norristown Pennsylvania reports Charles Henderson charged with involuntary manslaughter for the shooting death of Henry Behe field near Rose Glen on the Reading railroad. The grand jury had previously acquitted him of murder.
Chancellor McGill granted a writ of error in the case of Anvllo Spina and Joseph Aragio charged with murder in New Brunswick for Antonio Pristo's death. They were to be hanged Friday, prolonging their agony in Jersey City.
Farmers National congress in Atlanta Ga on October 4 devoted much time to national finance and called for recoinage of silver at a fixed ratio, arguing for stronger monetary policy to aid farming interests.
Pittsburg Pa Oct 14 Early this morning the converter in the Franks town Steel works of Jones Laughlin burst sending molten metal over workers. Seven men were badly burned with others feared dead. Squire Watson aged 82 died from his injuries this afternoon. Injured include John K Burr Willan Edwards Thomas Faulkner Charles Freeborn Samuel Lowe John Tunney.
The governor of Arkansas vows to enforce laws against the Corbett-Fitzsimmons prize fight. Garland county officials push state authority, while Corbett departs for Hot Springs amid doubts of a fight. Diaz leaves Juarez matter to Chihuahua governor Ahumada as Corbett-Fitzsimmons rumors swirl across Texas and Mexico. Fitzsimmons stays in Corpus Christi. he injures his left hand but resumes training and plans to boxing duties.
Wilam M Morrell steps from Eastern penitentiary after eighteen months for obtaining money by false representations then arrested by Blair County sheriff to answer a Tyrone charge. He was turned over by Magistrate South. Morrell allegedly took money promising jobs on Philadelphia and Reading and Iron police forces. Several Pennsylvania counties hold similar charges but Blair County had prior claim.
A Wilmington gathering formed to arrange a public show of sympathy for Cuban revolutionists. A Saturday night meeting is planned with prominent speakers including Rev. Dr. Merritt Hulburd of Grace Methodist Episcopal Church scheduled to speak.
In Lexington, Miss Rita and Josie T ran a mile double in 2.12 declining the prior record by a half second set at Springfield three weeks earlier. The last half split was 1.14 and final quarter 41 seconds, with a 2.04 pace for the last quarter.
Toronto reports detective Qeyer, linked to the Pletsel children murders, is in town as preparations for the Holmes murder trial proceed in Philadelphia. The case centers on the father of the two Pletsels and Holmes alias Mudget.
Baltimore October 4 The first national assembly in America to discuss purity and moral questions opened at the Friends meeting house. Aaron Macy Powell called the gathering to order with 20 to 800 delegates expected to participate over the next two days. Prominent arrivals included Antoinette Brown Blackwell Mrs Charlton Edholm Mary Clement Leavitt Dora Webb and Rabel Wing Lake with expectations that Frances Willard Mary Livermore and Theodore Roosevelt would appear tomorrow.
The American Protective Association held its national conference in St. Louis with supreme officers and state presidents present. It aims to form a national advisory board and plan for the next campaign while stating it seeks recognition from national parties rather than a new third party. President Traynor said recognition earns support. ignored groups get none and sessions could be public.
Philadelphia report says William Green a colored detective for the State Liquor League went to 1024 Lemon Street to raid a house run by Mrs Hattie Sewart. An inmate said he was a spy and a fight followed. Green fired five shots wounding Ivan Brooks who died, and Joseph Robinson who was wounded but to recover. Green surrendered claiming self defense. Police arrested Sewart and others.
Two thousand people gathered at Hudson County Athletic Club in Jersey City for a benefit honoring John L. Sullivan. Sullivan praised his lengthy boxing career, claimed he never avoided money matters, and stated in plain terms he is no friend of the present champion despite wishing him success. The crowd reacted warmly at first, then cooled during his outspoken remarks.
In Philadelphia a mass meeting denounced the Chicago convention and the new movement. Speakers from Pittsburgh Chicago New York spoke against it. A resolution repudiating the movement and branding its promoters as disreputable passed unanimously. Released on rail at Cape Charles four men bailed in 1000 each to await the November term. Wayne postmistress appointments list in Pennsylvania includes Laurelia Wayne County and Mrs A M Parks.
Governor Hastings tours Columbus and Cincinnati as part of campaign swing in Ohio. He meets local officials and discusses policy priorities amid statewide race.
Pittsburg reports resolutions at the Chamber of Commerce denouncing municipal mismanagement and urging a full investigation. City Attorney Moreland resigns amid an inquiry into his conduct. Clarence Burleigh is named acting city attorney and sworn in. Warrants issued against Moreland and Deputy House for misdemeanor fees.
Mrs Johns Miller reports a young man entered her home on 216 Raymond Court after dark and attempted to steal her husband's overcoat. He confronted her with a pistol but fled toward a patrol area and was captured by Patrolman Lona Day. Dennis Doherty of the South Side was taken to the central police station and found with a brass dog collar. the coat was recovered.
Franklin Pa October 14 Mrs Anna Bell 28 an inmate of Venango county home was burned to death this morning in a suspected self inflicted fire Superintendent Grove awakened by screams found the woman with clothing on fire He extinguished the flames and she jumped from bed tore off the covering and poured water on herself dying in intense agony Officials believe she started the fire before crying aloud
Secret Service in Washington announces the discovery of a counterfeit ten dollar silver certificate from the 1M series bearing Thomas A. Hendricks. The fake note uses an etched plate and aged-looking alterations to appear genuine.
The agency advertises an extensive fall stock with larger selection than prior seasons. It highlights a full range of Ladies' Gentlemen's and Children's Vests, Pants, and Union Suits as a key feature of the season.
Specials announced in the union sale section include ladies undergarments and children's union items. Gents' Wrights fleeced health underwear offered at 60c and up. Prices listed for a variety of items with emphasis on early sale figures.
The listing advertises an Elegant Specimens Suite offering wedding presents birthday gifts eye glasses opera glasses and spectacles as a specialty. It presents a broad range of eyewear products and gift options for special occasions.
The case of William Dagen of Roaring Brook township ends as he sells land to Meadow Brook Water for reservoir use. A prothonotary filing records the discontinuance of all proceedings after Dagen accepted $13,578.84 and deeded the property to the company.
A brief forecast noting far eastern Pennsylvania with northeasterly winds and probable cloudiness in the evening.
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