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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1897
Page
2
A bold auction note proclaims a rare supply of fine white crystals, claiming no prior market parallel. The statement emphasizes unprecedented quality and scarcity, aiming to entice buyers and investors in a high value commodity market.
A vendor advertises a specialty service line and emphasizes efficient, affordable work. It claims access to new and desirable coverings and asserts they perform the work well for minimal cost.
The monument will rise forty feet high at Tunkhannock in a project costing nine thousand dollars with no special tax for residents. Completion contract set at twenty two hundred dollars and annual payments of twenty two hundred dollars. Local figures and moves include Professor Hillyte at Honesdale and Mr and Mrs 0, 20. Caryl relocating to Pottsville.
Fragmentary report describes a Tuesday visit to TunkUhanock with a dedicatory ceremony and a fire at a redoubt house on Briske street. Authorities and residents attended as alarms sounded. crowds dispersed as the fire was extinguished. Notable locals Swisher and wife from Scranton were in town briefly.
Nicholson and Vidnlio figures attended the Tuonkhannock unveiling of a Sailor monument on Tuesday. Mrs. Sultah J. Williams received news of her sister in New York. W. C. Lord shows slight improvement after a week of illness. Stephen Ingham was bound to keep the peace before Justice McKinney. Wi G. Mack and son Louie visit Scranton this week.
An advertisement promotes cures for all nervous troubles using animal extracts. The copy lists Washin gton Chemical and others, with bold claims and mixed typography. The text resembles a period newspaper ad and uses sensational phrasing to attract readers seeking remedies.
In Ruehiekhewh Susquehanna county a well known citizen, Jack Pepper, aged sixty eight, is found dying from wounds after being assaulted while husking corn near his farm. Aunt Sallie Pepper raises the alarm. Dr Warner and local neighbors attempt to save him, but he dies around 9 50 pm. District Attorney By Ameay and local reporters investigate possible assailants as a large crowd fills the town for a parade and monument unveiling honoring Union soldiers.
Special to the Scranton Times describes the unveiling of the Soldiers and Sailors monument in Tunkhannock center square. Crowds gathered with music and parade in a memorable county event. A search of Pepper’s clothing uncovered 86 dollars undisturbed, suggesting an attempted robbery halted by the thieves’ fright. Pepper was known to carry money at home.
The piece decries a Bryanite scheme to create fake theaters and ship riders to split Republican support. It accuses wire Republican malcontents of organizing belts to persuade Republicans to desert their party over representations of party cohesion. It warns that the tactic could fuel a stronger challenge in national contests and hinder McKinley era finances.
The text lists various community items including Langeliffe Coal payroll for tomorrow, borough schools closing to attend county institute, New York visitors staying with local families, and meetings for the Young Men's Institute organ section. It also notes lectures by W G Bimpeon G T Price and Rev C Bh Henry, plus obituaries and other town news.
Miss Best Dayton visits kin in Binghamton while Scranton hosts the Degree of Pocahontas convention. Assessor John Crook tracks children aged nine to sixteen in the borough as public schools close for Montrose county institute. Anwan Tribe red men and local lectures add to a busy week.
A fragmentary overheard dialogue shows Mire Brown complaining about annoyance with her husband while Mrs Ionee questions his absence, noting he has not appeared at home for a week. The exchange hints at domestic tension and neighborhood chatter in Brooklyn.
New York traders awaited a sustained advance as some large buyers reentered the market. Prices rose 1 to 3 points on gains in Sugar and Chicago Gas before profit taking trimmed gains near the close, with total sales at 4012 shares.
The Scranton Hoard of Trade releases quotations on exchanges where all values are based on par of 100. The list reflects current buy and sell figures across commodities and securities.
Trade reports show flour demand steady yet prices firming for winter varieties, with No. 2 red and No. 1 northern wheat maintaining strength. Corn and oats display scattered gains as commodities markets digest Argentine influence, continental policy signals, and Duluth to Chicago transfer effects.
The report lists futures dates for grains and commodities with mixed quotations. Wheat, corn, oats, rye, barley, and barley products show varied pricing, with flour and sugar figures noted and several delivery months across October to January. Shipping quantities include bushels and barrels, alongside pork and whiskey values.
Chicago live stock market reports mixed values with cattle and hogs varying by grade. Prime feeders and western feeders priced around 1.40 and 1.50 per unit, while hogs show heavy packing and shipping ranges near 2.95 and lower. Lambs and sheep listings indicate broad spread from poor to prime stock with totals around thousands head.
Market listings from East Liberty Pennsylvania show mixed cattle and sheep entries with primes and common grades. Prices listed include various lots such as prime cattle and veal calves, with weights and pay scales fragmentary in the record.
East Buffalo District reports steady activity for sheep and lambs with buyers selecting good quality wethers. Prices show culls and common stock trading around $2.74 to $4.2 per unit, with several references to specific lots and quality grades.
New York market report lists native steers and bulls with varied quality and prices. Notes include stags, oxen, calves, and mixed livestock entries such as Maia, Sean, Hal, Had, and Ziad in an irregular catalog of items and values.
In New York during October an Petroleum Pennsylvania line shows no market bids while shipments proceed totaling 110 019 barrels with 11 508 barrels noted as runs. The record reflects nominal OW City Pennsylvania activity and credit indications.
The passage contrasts free trade and unity with a defense of McKinley style protection and prosperity. It endorses Hermann Bradt Horn and allies while urging voters to reject Bryan aligned agents, urging backing for McKinley supporters.
News from Tacoma dated October 2 reports Dawson City learning all steamers were blocked by low water on the Yukon flats. Intense excitement followed as miners rushed to secure boats for trips to Fort Yukon and Rampart City where food is plentiful. Some returned to mines or built boats as boat prices surged. A float of small crafts moved down the Yukon aiming for St Michael or wintering at Minook.
A hotel in Shreveport Louisiana burned this morning. Detected chaos as guests escaped with minor injuries except H S Newcomb of Kansas City who leaped from a second story window breaking both legs and Mr Rose of Saginaw Michigan who died from burns. Mrs Rose survived severe burns and is expected to recover.
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