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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1897
Page
3
By all odds the handsomest outdoor shoe for women’s autumn and winter wear. Made of close grained box calf on Bulldog Toes or Coin Toe. Button and laced, heavy welted soles impervious to dampness. Also available for misses and children with heels or spring heels.
Local notices outline a fire engineers meeting in Scranton, Florence Mission managers convening at 10 this morning, and Reformed Episcopal services at 7 4 tonight with Bishop Nichol son preaching. Coroner's inquest adjourned for further testimony on Peter Sydell's North Scranton death.
The piece accuses the Organized Democracy of false charges and dust rising to sway Republicans away from their party. It warns that Bryanite tactics could gain a foothold in national campaigns, complicating McKinley and sound money efforts. It urges readers to resist the tactic.
Lang's Operatic Burlesquers opened a three day engagement at Davis' Theater yesterday. The troupe includes Louise Carver noted for her elastic trombone-jointed figure. A good male quartet adds value, with matinees today and tomorrow and evening shows as well.
At a regular board of trade meeting President May and Col. Hitchcock were elected delegates to the National Board of Trade. Transportation Committee chair Kemmerer urged higher freight rates for Scranton with a proposed tariff plan and joint rate. Secretary Atherton pushed a plan to certify trustworthy advertising, warning against fake schemes and unauthorized directories.
St Luke's Episcopal Church celebrated its forty fifth anniversary with morning holy communion and an afternoon reception at the rectory hosted by Rev Togers Israel and Rev EF J Haughton. The Needleworkers displayed prominently and the evening featured a church meeting with reports from guilds and new officers for the Women's Guild.
A special meeting of the builders' exchange discussed ending the current price cutting. A committee was appointed to propose measures to restore stable pricing and address competitive practices.
Tiwae orders J F Laudig to Muffard and Philadelphia to study building methods and report on stitching up elite exchange dealings. Street Commissioner Dunning notes city ordinances violated by builders and urges knowledge of the law. A digest of the ordinances will be prepared for next Monday’s meeting. A hatchet box on the president's desk bears the inscription No More Discussion No More Price Cutting.
Judge Gunster issued two opinions yesterday. The first restrains Mulherin and Judge from erecting the Winton borough town hall after a contract dispute and halted building per council orders. The second grants a mandate against the Delaware and Hudson company to remove street car tracks at the Mooole grade crossing, with the Traction company opposing the withdrawal of their petition and Judge Gunster permitting it.
A political appeal urges voters to back a Chicago free trade and free silver platform. It urges support for Schadt and Tiern as leaders while opposing Bryan allies, framing the choice as one of protection and prosperity.
The mayor signed multiple measures including a sewer on Monecy Avenue and Green Place, sidewalks on Meridian Street, fire hydrants at Irving Avenue and River Street and on Hampton Street near the Delaware Lackawanna and Western rail, plus investigations and plans for a sanitary basin and water works.
Local Union No. 118 of the Brotherhood of Painters and Decorators of America held a grand ball in Muale hall last evening. The event drew wide attendance and was deemed highly enjoyable with officers including Master of ceremonies Abner Shafer and assistant John Haldauff.
John Stanley Smith admitted to practice before Judge Gunster by James Mahon. Marion Cann awarded 1403 for services writing the Lackawanna county history. Hotel license of Thomas Edwards in Ward 14 transferred to George Kelman. Abraham Howell named judge of election in Ardabid Second district. Viewers appointed on vacating a Scott township road. Ellen O'Donnell case against Charles du Pont Breck appealed to the superior court. John Gibbons named guardian of Hose Lippincott in Jermyn.
An advertisement notes that all druggists refund the money if the medicine fails to cure liver complaints. It promotes AM'S PILLS from Beech as a cure. The text reflects a historical patent medicine claim with consumer redress.
The will of the late Hon. Lemuel Amerman is not found after diligent search. Guardianship of two minor children is given to H W Palmer of Wilkes-Barre with bond set by law at twice personal property value. Letters of administration expected once issues are settled.
The ceremony opened yesterday morning with Tsune Post and Mrs Lemuel Amerman breaking ground for the new mission on Precoth avenue north of Mulberry street. Rev Dr Joseph K Dixon led a prayer as the couple placed the first turf, honoring the late superintendent and his widow's long involvement with the Nay Aue Mission Sabbath School.
Sawyers lists fall discounts and October recon options for trimmed hats and sailor styles. Prices shown include Hudson, Yale, Irvington plaid trims and novelty fur felt walking hats, with goods described as stylish and high quality.
J. W. Browning assistant superintendent and William McClare an officer of Penn Avenue church awoke briefly as B. F. Fillmore offered prayer. The ceremony closed with Nearer My God to Thee. The mission building measures 66 by 60 feet. Williams has the masonry contract and Barnes Bros will erect the wooden superstructure. Occupancy is expected around December.
A dated letter from October 1, 1897, signed by J. M. Kemmerer and L. Beoranton, questions Brooks A. Buse’s handling of funds and arrests under the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, asserting all dollars are accounted for and arrests properly managed. The Tribune disclaims responsibility for opinions expressed.
From the land of song and poetry will make their first appearance in Scranton at the Lyceum on Monday evening October 21. The event features performers from the region presenting literary and musical pieces in a free program.
Dr C. ALS Davis of Meriden reports using Horsford's Acid Phosphate as a pleasant cooling drink in fevers and expresses great satisfaction with its effects.
A reader reports leaving a coat and bag at Hhovan and Merrill's located on Sui and 31S Lacks Avenue. The items were not claimed as of publication.
Personally conducted weekly trip from Chicago via Burlington Route to Denver and Denver and Rio Grande line to California. Travel in Pullman tourist sleeping cars with full conveniences, under expert supervision. Address T A Grady Excursion Mgr CR Q ROK 201 Clark St Chicago Ill.
Our fall assortment features varied footwear highlighting perfection in mechanics, comfort, and elegance. We claim unmatched style and price, with a cash-purchase system delivering the lowest prices from major shoe markets nationwide.
Short note indicates jardiniere priced at 10 cents per unit with prices below the old tariff and no mention of any new rate. Only a few units remain available.
Large selection of ladies coats altered to last year’s styles offered for sale. Our garments are guaranteed to be this year’s make with perfect fit and style. Visit our cloak department to see up to date goods and assure satisfaction.
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