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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1895
Page
8
Two local men from near Crystal Lake, WI Pelts and George Greely, suffered serious injuries when a horse bolted near the falls. Pelts sustained a possible skull fracture with injuries to the temple and nose, while Greely escaped with minor facial cuts. Neighbors aided, Pelts taken to Gardner's hotel, Dr. Niles treated him. skull fracture feared.
A new opera company in the city announces its debut production Verines of Normandy to benefit Emergency Hospital. The show will begin soon with a strong chorus directed by W. D. Evans, and features a slate of officers led by President W. T. Chitman and Musical Director W. D. Kane.
A farmer driving a wagon on Church Street near Lincoln Avenue was struck by an oncoming car as he tried to free a wheel trapped in the tracks. One horse was thrown, both animals bleeding from wounds, but the farmer survived the crash and later resumed driving.
Invitation notices announce a birthday reception for workers of the Meth Episcopal church to be held Wednesday evening October 28 at 7 50. The program promises song and diversions and asks attendees to bring gifts.
A damaged OCR fragment lists wallpaper prices from 15 cents to 60 cents and worth ranges from 28 to 76 cents with notes on Tennessee and wall coverings. It also mentions a 10 cent Siddak yenited in probation, lacking clear context.
Miss Magic Casey daughter of Mr and Mrs Michael Casey of Forty second street wed Charles Gilgallon of the West Side. The bride wore brown silk trimmed with ribbon. Attendants were Kate Birmingham and Matthew Kearney. After a reception the couple left by train for New York.
A fire alarm alerted crews after a blaze damaged an outbuilding near a residence in Welleti. Patrik Beenmin, Frank Minnick, and others are named in the brief notice. firefighters arrived promptly and prevented the fire from spreading to the main house.
Local residents report illnesses and injuries including dysentery and a platform fall. Several families are mentioned with visits, travels, and social events, while postal and transportation matters note mail conveyance and staffing changes.
The new school house was dedicated yesterday with opening address by Mr. Conway of Scranton. The district Order Sons of America raised the flax as part of the ceremony. Rev Mr Vanwert and Rev Mr Adams delivered remarks. Steve Jenkins learned of his brother's death in Meshoppen yesterday. Mr and Mrs C H Hall of Wilkes-Barre hosted guests of Mr and Mrs Williams over Sunday. Flora Tiffany had a noteworthy day in her series ending with a ras in his era.
The Pittston office of the Scranton Tribune announces hours and advertises services. Reports include a Cork Lane stabbing incident with James Tighe injured and William Ahoney at large, a trial delay for Thomas Marley on a vulgar assault charge, the death of Mary Bradigan aged 65 with funeral details, and a concert by Kaleer under the Sin Guild. Also noted are a Pittston football trip to Tunkhannock, various travels, city council salary action, business directory notes, a Kipling manuscript project, a reported wagon wheel incident, and T. J. Stewart's trip to New York State.
The article surveys court renovations and paint work at the M a district, mentions Judge Dunham's attendance at Macis Miller audit hearings, and notes talk of tax and election costs. It records candidacy announcements for county superintendent by Professor Jarvis, electric plant work at the exon works, and ballot printing duties. Also covered are arrests, community events, a concert attendance, and Mrs. Winslow's soothing syrup advertising.
Old Forge notes indicate Mica Hontha Santee of Wyoming visits Nev L. Santee over Sunday. The Jos Ald society to meet at the parsonage with supper served. Three unknown youths robbed a Tikich field on Thursday. witnesses saw them flee. Mayroe May from Frieuisburg Normal School visited home. A runaway incident caused excitement at Rend a Monday noon.
A Scranton resident Mies Louise Barnes resigned as substitute in borough schools to take a teaching position in Scranton. A Fadden's hall entertainment featuring Misa Cora Griffin and the Harrington Brothers was a social and financial success. Council meeting at Padden's hotel was postponed to this afternoon. Marriage plans cited for John Eran and Moss Nejiie Judes. Mica Keale Hoban visiting Miss Kable Judge in Olyphant. The new National Orchestra, at PFadden's Hase Ways, played popular airs. Thomas Machan visited Carbondale. Schools plan to close next week with night classes out November 4 for three months if attendance warrants. A challenge from William Thorpe to Joly Ricory and others is printed with hotel stakes and intentions to play high-point matches in Providence.
Auction of Curtin Medicine gonds on Saturday conducted by De Olamstabite. Silk mill rectors met in Sevinton on Mandiy with James T. Due Rete in attendance. Cottage meeting Friday at J A Wesles home on William Street. Sunday school convention report read by delegates at Willomeport. Mrs Frank Knapp and Mew J B R Mullard attended Presbyterian service. Debating club formed Saturday evening at the Railroad venue.
The article notes the Young Men's Christian Association hall electing officers Z M Simmons George Ailcott and C B E Moxley with E J Gorton as secretary The debate affirmed capital punishment should be abolished The next debate will argue that lawyers are more useful than doctors Other items include Mrs Aga Bennet's funeral at the Presbyterian church Harold Hays visiting Maitland at Bloomsburg State Normal School Herald expansion to 8 pages Rev Dr Taylor to speak at a Gospel meeting The Presbyterian Young People’s Society considers an upcoming entertainment James T DuBales and FL Berngwin were in Binghamton The Historical Society plans to meet at the Water Company office on Oct 25 Jesse Gathenew to study at Windsor Gleason of Carbondale now works for Hallstead Herald.
A Philadelphia father reports his daughter’s lip disease improved after taking Hood's Sarsaparilla. He notes she could not stand at first but soon walked and played, with overall health improving. The testimonial urges others to try Hood's Sarsaparilla for children and common ailments.
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