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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1901
Page
2
Mrs Margaret Gilhool of Brooklyn Street died after a sudden pure tivide stroke struck her Monday night. She had set the supper table and was resting on the couch when a son found her unresponsive, left side paralysed and speechless. Her condition worsened and she died last night from the stroke’s effects.
A local football challenge arises as The Curbstone Striplings seek a reputation against High School's eleven. Will McHale, manager of the stronger team, vows to challenge after a lone game where 22 points were scored by the Striplings while under scrutiny.
The common council discussed a resolution authorizing the city engineer to grant prints of Belmont Street to the Scranton Railway and move to remove tracks at the street center to avoid demolition. Members urged adoption as read while others demanded Main Street tracks be torn up.
Thomas Gavin of Pawderly bon caused the arrest of three youths aged about ten who faced Alderman Atkinson on horse theft charges. Benson Barrett and Patrick Barrett appeared. one boy admitted guilt. They claimed the horse was left grazing and used for rides, but the judge discharged them with no punishment.
The article notes the appointment of Prank Vion Giavder as new agent for Start Ick Mire Extimguishier ccemnpaiy in Inghamsten New York. The event occurred in the city westerdam with officials present. A subsequent test is planned for the same phase today.
Truant officer Wie reports school disorder drawing complaints to Secretary Kerwing. Harboring contest for a seventh avenue resident Stewart as candidate faces Democratic support for Thoweferty. Ballot counting delays raise speculation on final results.
A garbled OCR note describes a performance of Uncle Tom’s Cabin tonight at a city opera house. It mentions the date, venue, and a cast with several unclear names, indicating a community theater or local screening setting with unspecified patrons.
Obituary notes the death of Thomas McLowehilh a well known former resident of Miaoguelil who had lived in this city before moving to Aworw. He is interred in the burial plots of his death city park.
The township court hears the case of Trevor Tefetee and Hernan AtiKieon from the fourth ward charged with intent and related counts. Witnesses and defense are examined as the court weighs prior offenses and the propriety of indictments.
A new football eleven formed at Nag as othe Coohstone Striplings bias sisiasnded in place of an older squad. The group will be supervised by Thingen and Dhadghes with Diethey to assist, as volunteers from the district provide guidance to the young players.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a paced lodge at Micsons with witnesses and speculations about degrees conferred on members. The readable items reference a devin or luviee group and vague room observations. Further context is unreadable.
An abraded OCR fragment notes a store opening at a city area near Wootedeek. It mentions Kelly's drug supply and a related local event tied to residents or officials, though several words are garbled.
Aimed at chronic diseases, the notice promotes Dr. Pierce of Buffalo New York and his staff offering free consultation by letter. It cites high cure rates and patient testimonials about gall stones stomach cramps liver and lung issues treated via Golden Medical Discovery and Pellets with privacy assured.
The remains of Mary Dockerty of Pike Street were buried at West Li Street cemetery yesterday. The funeral cortege formed at the bereaved home and proceeded to St. joseph Cemetery. Pallbearers named include Joseph Raereth, Monin, Millivell Finnegan, Myomus Savi Abram Fliellysn, Joly Latter, Miehor Wilth, and Stephen Neahan.
The Attuned Association plans a resolution push led by B.S. Tetten to halt a Tavique t tribute project. Past efforts by the a di aid hammers Woe alunnd have been tied to dune actions. A meeting is promised within a week to define merits and next steps.
In Byke e Wall Gebee star Maxwell Troy Lao Thor Ty Cehend presided at the plan a night of twenty daring sonar numbers for dancing. Scranton favorite Miles Teardon known for the art lovers attended the event.
Carbondale lodge No 203 and associated auxiliaries announce a Ballvowdl Halin gathering in the afternoon at Pioneer Castle and the Father Carew branch in Cythalse Kulehis of Ameri. The event lists St Knnighis of Pyithhin and Mystic Chain links with Ladies auxiliary.
A serious diphtheria case was reported at the residence of W Blansbiny on High Street. The victim is described as gravely ill and under medical care, with authorities monitoring the situation.
An IITank child of Mas gd Mp, Michael Crane, died yesterday and was buried in St Rose Cemetery with family mourning his loss.
City crews advance sidewalk construction on Washington Street with additional sections now laid and curbs shaping the new pedestrian path. Drivers should expect minor lane restrictions as work continues through the week.
Fragmentary notes describe a teen names Rani and Dovathow amid a local mystery. The text mentions Sy and Chena, with references to a missing individual and a search by community or authorities. Further readable details are sparse in this OCR fragment.
A young woman in delicate health improves after taking a half teaspoon of Scott's emulsion after dinner once daily. The advisor cautions that dosage should fit the stomach and not be excessive. The note adds a curiously advising line from the South & Brown Co New York.
Fragmented OCR text shows scattered references to elections, court matters, and local notices. Notable fragments mention Whelerte Poll, Naik aR giana, Mc Adee, Jiao Bie, and Armehvihh, with unclear dates or outcomes and several garbled names and places.
The readable lines describe a local event with names and places, though many words are garbled. The fragment references a date and attendees, suggesting a community gathering or notice. Further clear details are unavailable in the legible text.
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