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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1898
Page
5
The Wilkes-Barre Record can be purchased in Scranton at the newsstands on Spruce Street and Lackawanna Avenue, including locations operated by Mela mon Drew and Lindsay.
Colonel H W A unison returns to Camp Meade. Mr and Mrs P P Smith attend peace celebration in Philadelphia. J J Kaufman departs for four day viewing. Phil David Davies joins Spears Dramatic and Comedy Company now at Si WItherthiryy. Thomas McDonald, formerly of this city, visiting father Laws McDonald of 1429 Olive street, bound for Albany then Toledo. Rev W G Watkins Rev J A Moane M J Stone and Samuel Lewis of North Scranton travel to Clifford for ordination council in Buckhanna county.
Martin Bohan, reportedly the last to see the box with Lackawanna township records, will be examined by Commissioner John J Quinham tomorrow forenoon. A prior hearing examined Marlin McDonough and several officials over the missing records, with details about where the box was kept and who handled it.
The report describes a box last seen at a store and moved to a farm chest. Lynch had kept it at the store since March and brought it to meetings at McDonough’s hall before returning it to the store. Survivors and auditors knew nothing of its disappearance. Martin Bohan will testify Wednesday about the mystery.
The New York Philharmonic Club announces a Thursday night concert featuring a two part program. Part one includes works by Bextelle and Beethoven among others with soloists and a Violin Bolo performance. Part two presents Beethoven pieces and a Double Bass Solo with Eugene Welner and Lehman as featured players. A large turnout from city schools is expected due to half rate tickets.
The common council tax committee meets to consider an ordinance taxing the Bermaten Railway Company at two and a half percent annually on gross proceeds, citing potential revenue of about 15000 pounds to the street oil company. The city solicitor opposes, saying state law already taxes the stock equipment and the city cannot levy beyond that.
Corporal Dennis Guines of Company A Sixth United States Infantry left for Fort Them Kentucky to rejoin his regiment after thirteen months at Wilkes-Barre. He reenlisted believing more soldiers would be needed and fought in the recent engagement where a bullet pierced his knee. He has fully recovered except a small scar. Captain Wetherill, commander of Guines’s company, was killed in the same action and his body was brought from Cuba to New York City for burial last Friday.
The Tribune reports a limited sale of the Fonvenir sketch and roster of the Thirteenth regiment. Published by Quartermaster Sergeant Isaac Brown, it features half tone portraits of officers and soldiers by company, life scenes, the regiment's history, complete roster with rank and service dates, and other details. Reynolds Bros., Beldingman’s, and T. Price’s offer this limited edition to Scranton friends.
Weekly Board of Health report shows diphtheria steady near No. 28 school with 29 city cases last week, mostly from Green Ridge. Total deaths 2 from diphtheria and 1 from typhoid. three new typhoid cases. Board to meet Friday to decide on No. 25 school case.
The Board of Control rejects a resolution by Mr. Jayne of the Thirteenth Ward to form a three member committee to probe a diphtheria outbreak at No. 28 school. The board defers until the health board reports, fearing an impression of undue interest. A quarrel over high school dictionary purchases follows, with the president noting books were ordered on request of the high school principal. Rules for Grammar A examinations are approved.
Colonel Watres announces new non commissioned staff for the Eleventh Regiment Infantry National Guard of Pennsylvania at a company drill in Scranton. The list includes quartermaster sergeant, commissary sergeants, color sergeant, hospital steward, principal musician and battalion officers with personnel from Scranton Lebanon and Beranton among others. The ceremony followed by officers reading the orders.
Historical claim praises Paine's Celery Compound as a universal remedy for nervous debility and a range of ailments including indigestion liver problems neuralgia rheumatism and kidney troubles. Dartmouth figures credited with early prescribing the preparation and promoting its world renown.
Insurance agent P. J. Kearns of Pittston was arrested on a warrant by Special Officer Mink on embezzlement charges. The case centers on alleged appropriation of company funds by the district manager. Bail was set at 50 dollars after a waived hearing before Alderman Loftus.
Green Ridge yesterday organized the first women s club in Scranton area. It will be the Woman s Club of Green Ridge with active and associate members up to fifty active. Officers elected include President Mrs T J Lanning and Secretary Miss Lydia Poore. The club plans four study sections in science literature art with programs led by Mrs G P Davidson Miss Frances Connor and Mrs Anna Robinson. Meetings begin Tuesday at 3 30 pm at Miss Lydia Poore s home.
Ceopye Hammers Jr of Cherry Street Dunmore was arrested on a warrant issued by Alderman Howe after a complaint by conductor A L Rogers of the Laurel Mill street car line. Hammers, alleging a Oct incident, says the defendant struck him on the face dragged him from a car platform tore his clothing and threatened to shoot with a revolver. Hearing set for this evening.
Local store announces drinking coffee at reduced prices now 20 cents per pound with a remaining offer of .28 cents. The note emphasizes affordability and value for customers seeking quality brews.
Jervis-Hardenbergh Piano School provides thorough and systematic training in pianoforte playing and teaching. Applications invite prospective students and teachers to inquire about curriculum, methods, and enrollment details.
The three days of celebration in Philadelphia feature a naval review and civil industrial parade. Lehigh Valley Railroad offers half price tickets Oct 4 to 27 with return by Oct 31 on many trains except the Black Diamond Express. Notables including President McKinley and Cabinet are expected, with Governors and officers from the original thirteen states in attendance.
Agnes Frann of West Pittaton passes away at her late residence on Busquehwon avenue. Interment at Solleyback cemetery. Daniel Mathias, age 67, dies at 1S Price street. Funeral Wednesday at 2 PM, burial at Washburn Street cemetery.
A notice describes a social meeting at Mrs Lancing's home after business. invites friends from the city to attend. An annual assessment is one dollar. The text includes a testimonial for Chamberlain's Pain Balm from J J Nays, pastor, Noniesha Kansas, with Matthews Bros as agents.
Advertisement touts a large selection of winter jackets for ladies misses and children. Prices listed from 2.98 to 14.98 each, claiming superior materials and workmanship and urging customers to inspect stock before buying a coat.
Call to view the new shade options including Ox Blood Cadet Blue Wood Brown and various tans. The listing highlights bold deep tones and neutral options for interior finishes and accessories.
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