City Notes From Scranton and Nearby Areas
Local items report a chicken supper for the Young Women’s Christian Association, a lecture by Mrs. Leonard M. Lake in Scranton on November 11, and a WCTU meeting with state convention reports. Other notes mention government meetings on Hazleton convention motions, county auditing approvals, final horse races at Driving Park October 29, health statistics with 20 deaths, seven measles cases and one scarlet fever, a bicycle drawing at Netsachen’s Hill, revival remarks by Rev. Sweet, and marriage licenses issued to Scranton and nearby residents.
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Hazleton
Coun Vie
Thirnsley
Raven
John Smith
H. Mathiaes Ghees
James Phillips
St. Joseph's Poundling Home
Holy Croge Church
Fifth Avenue
New York, Ontario and Western Railroad
New York
Puedenger
Thomas Filterett
Board of Health
Brotherhood of Halband
Netshetan's Hill
Green Ridge
John
Lee
Green Ridge Street
Meylert Avenue
TL Sweet
Edgar
Mia
F. B. Westlake
Paxton Delivers Mars Lecture at Penn Avenue Church
Do not miss Dr Paxton's creator lecture The Pavilion of Mars at Penn Avenue Baptist Church tonight. The event promises insights into space and artistic interpretation by the noted speaker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Paxton
Creater
Penn Avenue Baptist Church
Scranton Board of Control debates school law ruling and night schools
The Scranton Board of Control votes on a letter from attorney Henry A. Knapp stating Judge Bennett declared the 1874 school law unconstitutional. They consider appealing to the Supreme Court, discuss night schools opening, dictionary purchases, and high school entrance exams, with actions on wages, building plans, and staff assignments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Control
H. A. Knapp
Bennett
Leserne County
Scranton
Knapp
Bb. Kellowsa
Scranton Board of Control
Beranton
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
School Board of
Commonwealth
Jilee Bennett
Supreme Court
Henry A. Knapp
Economy Light, Heat and Power Company
Sewe 4
Thy Ate Dorney
Political Rally Promotes Free Trade Platform in Chicago
Voters hear a call supporting free trade and broader prosperity as speakers urge backing of Schadt and Horn while opposing Bryan era protectionist voices. The event emphasizes economic reform and party unity in a tense midwestern political climate.
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Chicago
Lackawanna
Tully
Schadt, Horn, Et
McKinley
Protection
Tom
Bryan
Immigrant Killed by Freight Train Near Nay Aug
Lewitz Carmitz a 40 year old immigrant from Hungary died after being struck by freight train No 39 on the Delaware Lackawanna and Western Northern division near Nay Aug. He arrived in America three days earlier and died at Lackawanna hospital two hours after the accident. The engineer avoided a second train on the opposite track but Carmitz was hit while on the south track and dragged under the wheels. He leaves a wife and two children in Hungary and had been staying with his brother in Tay lor during his brief visit.
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Lewitz Carmitz
America
Delaware Lackawanna
Nay
Carmitz
Lackawanna Hospital
Cornelius Decker
Carmite
No. 4
Carmita
Hungary
Taylor
Gallagher begins study of anatomy under coroner
P W Gallagher the claim agent for Scranton Railway has registered as a student in the office of Coroner P Longstreet after passing a county law examiners' test. Longstreet praises him as a newspaper man turned prospective expert in negligence law and anatomy and predicts success in legal work tied to personal injuries.
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W. Gallagher
Scranton Railway Company
P. Longstreet
Tribune
Longstreet
Gallagher
Baptist Missionary Wanted for Valley Labor
A meeting of Baptist ministers in the city formed a committee to petition the Home Missionary society in New York for a missionary to labor among foreign speaking residents. A history talk on Puritan Christianity preceded the discussion, with sentiment preferring reform over old Puritan strictness. Also announced is a Great Suebian Kirmess Festival at Workingmen's Hall Alder Street Wednesday evening with supper tickets at five cents.
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Penn Avenue
B. G. Magve
First Baptist Church
Wilkes-Barre
J. Arthur
Pittston
P. BE. Jepheon
Carbondale
Joseph K. Dixon
Home Missionary Society
New York City
JR. Hills
Dixon
Workingmen's Hall
Alder Street
Soap and Naptha Cleaning with FELS-NAPTHA Soap
A vintage advice note promotes FELS-NAPTHA soap for laundry and cleaning. It recommends using cold or lukewarm water and highlights the soap’s effectiveness for washing clothes and cleaning tasks.
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Fels & CO
Pisitadelphua
South Side Board of Trade Seeks Cheaper Local Telephones
The South Side Board of Trade held a meeting at Storrs hall, Alder Street, to discuss sewer tolls and improving city services. Secretary Thomas Donahoe reported on mail facilities in the Twentieth ward and he urged continuing the committee to contact postmaster Ripple. Reports from Williamsport Worcester Newark Wilkes-Barre and Wilmington showed varied rates and systems. the board aims to compare costs and push lower rates.
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South Side
Frank Wandling
Schowr
Ripple
D. W. Humphrese
Scheur
Donahoe
Williamsport
Central Telephone Company
Board of Trade of
That Chy
W. Bult
Worcester
Mars
Board of Trade
C. E. Squires
Wilmington, Diel
Bell Telephone Company
Newark
N. J
Wilkes-Barre
In Diacueelne Sewer Question Debate
Mr Scheuer Charles Romir and others spoke on a subject. A motion carried authorizing the board to act as committee of the whole and report favorable action to the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diacueelne
Mr. Scheuer
Charles Romir
Comedia
Marriage Paper Request After Winnowing of Records
Florence Lewis of Albany asks Alderman Millar for a copy of her marriage certificate to Samuel Lewis now known as Harry Arnold. She claims Lewis, who left Albany with a 17 year old girl, tore up their certificate and disputes its legality.
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Samuel Lewis
Millar
Sam
Troy
Mitch
Harry Arnold
Florence Lewis
Mideon Avenue
Albany
Lewis
Concert of Valentine Abt at Young Men’s Christian Association Hall
Interest grows for a mandolin concert featuring Valentine Abt to be held tomorrow at the YMCA hall. Accompanied by J Willa Conant on piano Miss Thile Lewis of Wilkes-Barre as elocutionist and the Philharmonic String Quartet will perform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valentine Abt
Young Men's Christian Association
Abt
J. Willa Conant
Thile Lewis
Wilkes-Barre
Philharmonic String
To Cure a Cold in One Day Promotion
An 1900 era ad promises cure for a cold in one day using laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It claims druggists refund the money if the remedy fails. The price is shown as two cents.
Unusual Hats Featured in an Imperfect Ad Copy
A noisy promotional notice touts a stock of hats including Walking Hats named Irvington and Klondike styles with prices such as 2 percent rinse and a trimmed Sailor at a discount. The language hints at fashion items and reductions aimed to attract customers.
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Irvington
California Excursions by Burlington Route to Denver
Personally conducted weekly departures from Chicago to California aboard the Burlington Route with Denver connection via the Denver Rio Grande scenic line. Travelers ride in Pullman tourist sleeping cars equipped with full conveniences and are guided by long experienced special agents. For details, address T A Grady Excursion Mgr BR QR 21 Clark St Chicago.
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Chicago
Burlington
Denver
Rio Grande Ro
California
T. A. Grady
Mer. C. BR & QR
Clark St
One Thousand Boxes Stationery Deals Today
Thousands of stationery items go on sale including value writing boxes, 60 sheet paper sets, and envelopes with reduced prices. Stationery dealers highlight exceptional cuts on white paper, ruled and unruled sheets, and matching envelopes, while a selection of umbrellas offers notable discounts on steel rods and sterling mounted models.
Notable Claims on Local House Prices Highlight Market Tactics
The author notes that firms often promote themselves as the lowest price option and the sole reputable choice in their line of business. This tactic, described as common in many cities, aims to shape public belief about competition and quality.
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Reading
Bargains On Combs Attract Shoppers
A promotion touts "extra good bargains" on combs designed to lure customers. The offer emphasizes value and potential savings for shoppers seeking grooming accessories.
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Combs
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James P. Clark
Maggie M. Pupe
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Sohms
Monte
Mme Lulu Knapp
Mary Grave
Anner
Mary Danielt
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Hines
Anna Barrett
Mise Erica J. McNally
Mary A
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Conrad
Walsh
Jacoby
Langan
Note
Jennites
Hr. H. Ripple
Harford
Anatomy
P. W. Gallagher
Coroner Longstreet
Baptist Missionary
South Side Board OF Trade
Crina Wal
China
Wyoming Avenue
A. R. Sawyer
Grover Graham
Matthewd Hros
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the Rexford Co
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Stewart
Lackawanna Ave
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