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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1896
Page
3
Dr Charles D Shumway at 308 N Washington Ave Scranton PA advertises conservative surgery for lower bowel conditions including hemorrhoids fissure fistula and ulceration.
A flurry of social notes from the region includes Mis e Lillian Anderson visiting Carbondale friends from Penn Avenue, Mrs A H Dimmick and Mrs H Z Rincell visiting Scranton. Miss Edith Norton heading to New York for winter. C Taylor the New York plane expert plans a few weeks in the air with stops at the Wyoming. Mrs Lydia McMullen of Carbondale and Miss Helen Berry of Lanesboro are visiting Mrs J W Bayley Green Ridge. Mr and Mrs B Silverstone, wed in Syracuse, returned to 74 Madison Avenue. Jennie Wright, daughter of Mr and Mrs LeQ Gran Wright of Capouse Avenue, to wed Henry Northup Atherton at the bride’s parents. Ezra Griffin Camp SOVS members paid a fraternal visit to Colonel Harkness Camp of Wilkes-Barre listing Captain William Widener and many others.
Local retailer announces new men’s fall and winter shoes in comfortable serviceable styles. Stock features a small, carefully chosen assortment promising durable comfort and modern design.
advert announces Bull Dog style shoes in calf enamel and patent leather priced at $3.00 and $4.00. Available in all sizes.
Rev. Joseph K. Dixon denounces political repudiation from the pulpit, condemning drunkenness blasphemy and perjury as he warns that removing the pulpit’s voice damages the nation. Installation services for Dixon at Penn Ave Baptist Church will feature Rev. R S MacArthur.
A reunion of confirmed members at Trinity Lutheran Church featured sermons on Christian warfare and self-examination. Pastor miller urged regular attendance, prayer for the pastor, and active church work to expand the Kingdom of Christ. A youth paper urged Lutherans to use talents for church advancement.
Rev H J Judd occupied the Simpson church pulpit last night. Grace Reformed Episcopal held no services due to repairs. Rev B F Brown preached in Jackson Street Baptist Church. A railroad YM meeting drew interest. Rev F P Doty preached on What a Thoughtful Man Did. Rev C M Gitlin spoke on Politics Without Heart. Scranton Methodist ministers plan their Oct 26 meeting at Elm Park. Armenian Aghbury to speak on The Church in Armenia. Rev John T Vine conducted revival at Green Ridge Baptist all week. Rev John P Moatt preached morning and evening at Washburn Street Presbyterian. Rev William Edgar spoke on What to Read and Why and Converted on the Cross. Dr Pendleton of Schenectady led St Luke's services while Rev Rogers Israel attended a Cincinnati conference. Mrs L M Gules elected state YWCA president at Harrisburg. Janet E Adame as state secretary. Mrs William Connell named to state executive committee. Rev H W Buck presided at Trinity United Evangelical quarterly communion in Little England and Green Ridge.
Judge Edwards presided as multiple defendants faced sentencing for theft, assault, and other offenses. Michael Cadden received a light sentence after burgling Howley Brothers' hardware store, with leniency sought due to youth and remorse. David Williams, around age 12, had sentence suspended then sent to the house of refuge after further mischief. Theatrical manager William Waite was sentenced to six months more and fined for theft from an Arlington hotel safe. Other convictions included beating, concealed weapon charges, and fines to the Scranton poor district.
County Detective Eckhert travels from Luzerne to Priceburg after a telegram from Detective Leyshon regarding Frank Siornta arrested Friday on suspicion of involvement in the Sobloskie murder at Sweyers Patch. Eckhert could not ID the man or confirm if he is the wanted suspect and will investigate further.
The report notes the defendant remains detained in the county jail while two men arrested for Soblorki's death face potential long terms. Eckhert believes they aimed to shield the one who escaped, possibly Stornta, who is described as "in a bad box" if identified.
About four hundred watched Scranton Business College defeat the Crescents of Providence 12 to 0 at Driving Park. Bryden Harris and Smith starred for the college with two Smith touchdowns and Harris kicking two goals. Crescents showed strong tackling by McCloskey and Thompson but could not score. Tropp captained Scranton. Referee Mr. Smith. Umpire Dr. Stein. Lineman Mr. Jones.
The Dunmore high school football team seeks a return game with Ed Reiley's squad on No 6 grounds. The proposed date is October 31 at 240 PM. W Moffat is the manager.
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as the teething remedy used for fifty years by mothers. It claims to soothe the child, ease gum pain, cure wind colic and diarrhoea, and sells for twenty five cents at druggists worldwide.
Rickaby and Dove of Old Forge defeat McGowan and Jennings of Providence in a hand ball game at O Malley’s court, Providence. The $100 a side match featured 41 aces and was won by one ace, with a large amount of money changing hands.
P F and M T Howley operate a steam heating and plumbing business at 231 Wyoming Avenue offering services for installation repair and maintenance of heating systems and plumbing fixtures in the local area.
Geddes William E. Geddes of Georgetown Pa. funeral services at his late residence this city Monday Oct 26 at 12 30 p m. Hicks In Scranton infant son of Mr and Mrs Michael Hicks of 12 Silex Street funeral announcement later Pittston papers please copy
Lamp selling extraordinary with rush to the sale. The offer features samples from Bradley Hubbard Rochester Lamp Meriden Miller and American Lamp and Brass with 24 to 30 inch lamps, silk shades, and sale prices from 20 to 37 dollars, inviting buyers to a limited time event.
An old advertisement notes an American lamp column 31 inches high with bowl and globe, described as prettily decorated. It touts a nominal price and lists intended retail at 6.50 with a sale price of 3.48.
The article notes that many of the unprepared are choosing items now and setting them aside for future use, while urging others to do the same to streamline planning.
About 50 boys 3 piece suits with short pants offered at heavy weight mixtures for little money. Formerly retailed at 7.00 8.00 and 10.00 dollars, now advertised at a steep discount.
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