Grier Testifies in Scranton Bribery Trial
James Grier, longtime Scranton official, takes the stand as prosecutors detail alleged payoffs in a municipal bribery case. He describes meetings with detective Harris, the $200 per vote plan, and attempts to trap Harris with money. The defense cites his testimony to dispute the motive behind the $1,400 payment.
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Mr. Strage
Grier
Harris
Hardy
Rohrwasser
Scrage
Sturges
Municipal League
Scragg
James Grier
George S. Horn
Kk. J. Coleman
P. F. Calpin
Coleman
Calpin
Smith
Scranton Railway Company
Select Council
Common Council
Trohrwaiger's
T. J. Coyne
Coyne
M. A. McGinley
O'Brien
Jones
Newcomb
Edwards
Commonwealth
Minor cases heard in criminal court
Thomas Durning, sentenced to two years in county jail for felonious attempt, later changed to two years in Eastern penitentiary, plus six months for selling liquor without a license. L A Knight fined for nickel in the slot, three indictments. Martin Clark fined for conspiracy to compound a misdemeanor. Lizzie Jones and Rose Repp disputed adultery and a bawdy house. verdict not guilty, county to pay costs. Joseph Van Dyke convicted of stealing branded liquors from O Connor Walsh saloon, sentenced to two years in penitentiary. Not guilty verdict noted for remaining case.
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Thomas Durning
Weand
David Hughes
LE. A. Knight
Martin Clark
Lizzie Jones
Rose Repp
McClure
Wjury
Joseph van Dyke
O'Connor & Walsh
Tie
Hopkins
Edward Geary
Scranton Roailway Company
Salvatore Magnutta
Ash Street
Scranton
Commonwealth
Kate McDonald
John Casey
Inicense
H. Livingston
Antonio Perrilino
Daniels
Fred Miller, Jr
Thomas Cravin
Edward Costello
Wrish
James Connors
Harry Oblinger
Scranton District Court Hears Liquor and Other Offense Dockets
The court disposed cases charging selling liquor without a license and selling on Sunday. Not guilty verdicts were returned in several matters while others resulted in guilty pleas or acquittals, and some defendants had costs assessed.
Polling place moved in Thirteenth ward First district
Capouse avenue and Larch street host the polling place per the new order. Howard White jailed after a 1897 highway robbery at Archbald where he took $35 at gunpoint. He received four years in prison from Judge Gunster in 1807. An advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy from F Z Cheney & Co of Toledo, with a money back guarantee.
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Thirteenth Ward
William Roberta
Capouse Avenue
Larch Street
Howard White
George T. Smith
Archbald
F. W. Gunster
Hall
F. Z. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
F. J. Cheney &O
Tailoring The Prospective Settlement Of The Strike
The notice highlights low prices and immense stock for Winter Suit and Over coat purchases. It claims timely settlement reduces obstacles to buying, promising superior craftsmanship and unbeatable value. The approach emphasizes affordability and quality to attract buyers.
Textile yardage listings with assorted fabric widths
A catalog snippet lists fabrics including Whipcords and Prunellias in 45 inch widths, Storm Serges at 54 inches and 48 inches, Henriettas at 48 inches, and Drip D Ete at 49 inches. Prices shown include $1.00 and $1.25 for some items, indicating a retail offer.
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Wey
Prunellias
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Washington Avenue
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C. W. McKinney
William Lynett
Dr. James
Andrew Hovanse
Fred Seidler
Thomas Williams
Carbondale
FP. H. Snyder
Old Forge
Jane & Smith
Executrix
Geary
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Chorlod
Kate Miler
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Court House News Notes
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Merchant Tailor
Wyoming Avenue
G.f.theel
M.D. Bilis
Zenola
Zenoia Dedapy
Hudson St
New York
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Abert M. Howins
Fusion Globe
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State of New York
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Philadelphia
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Scranton’s Shopping Center
Cramel
Connolly & Wallace
Washington ‘Avenue
Pennsylvania
Third National Bank
United States
WM. Connell
Henry Belin, Jr
William H. Peck
Pilsner
Ninth Street
Scranton, PA
Davidow
Lackawanna Avenue
Wyoming
Duponts
Sporting
Smokeless
Repaune Chemical Company
Cornwell Building
Thos, Ford
John B. Smith & Son
W. BE. Mulligan
Pitteten
Plymouth
Wilkes-Barre
Florey & Brooks
Washington Ave
Mount Pleasant Coal
Connell
Mount Pleasant Coal CO
California Fig Syrup CO
Laplin & Rand Powder CO
Oneate Repaune Chemical Co
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