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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1902
Page
8
Fragmentary OCR notes reference men of the hour, a leading comic opera figure, and a well deserved promotion by the Delaware Lackawanna and Western Railroad. The text hints at a patrolman, a club, and various names in a niche audience context with uncertain details.
The report details a bustling Scranton vaudeville era with actors Gilbert and Sullivan influences, a new playhouse project, and crowd reactions. It mentions officers, notable figures like Morgan and Margit Stross, and a dramatic street scene on South Main with police presence and onlookers observing a bold performance.
The record notes a vestry meeting to be held, with Mrs. Wikie expressing thanks to friends and to employees of the D T and W railroad for support after a bereavement. The text includes garbled names and places, but indicates a church or parish gathering and communal sympathy.
A suspect, Hahn, told investigators of a barroom overheard conversation about the Quinn murder. Warrants were issued. the alleged discussants were questioned and released after officers found no solid evidence. The informant, Tohinin, remains at large amid doubts about the tale’s veracity.
Republican mass meetings announced for St Dvivid's ball Webber's and Dymond's halls, with speakers Sherman Ve Vreeland McDowell and Webb, Jones Farr Pleitz Snyder Dile Ciag lard Thomas Olver, and in Edmunds hall Jermyn Thomas Dale Farr, plus a Lyceum rally with Charles Emory Smith and Still McKibbon.
Attorney Charles Olver, referee for three years in Randolph Crippen’s ejectment suit, reports that a Bristol street portion fronting Providence Square remains public right of way. The decision upholds Crippen’s title claims while noting the public has had road access for over twenty one years.
A fragmentary note shows Bradbury declines a court nomination, citing respect and inability to accept. It references General Sherman and mentions a lawyer named Viele presenting support, with phrases about time and capability.
The Scranton Liederkranz society presents a minstrel show at their Lockawanna avenue hall next Wednesday and Thursday. The program features a grand electric display and a long list of end men and performers led by Prof. Allen Lawrence, with admission at 10 cents and tickets sold by society members.
Friends held a Saturday night surprise party for Mrs. Bachofen of 1419 Gibson street. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Foote, Mr. and Mrs. Cory, Dr. and Mrs. Bishop, Mrs. Eagleman, Mr. and Mrs. Finney, Mrs. Christufel, Mrs. A Plattman, Miss Rennie, and Miss Lillian Bachofen.
Willitin ord, 61, of Lathrop, Susquehanna County, was fatally injured Saturday when a freight train struck him as he walked near a road after participating in a sale for the People's Coal company. He lost both legs and died at midnight at Lackawanna hospital. He had been staying at the United States hotel in this city and was identified by a company check. three sons survive him.
Professor Haydn Evans highly praises the Mat hushek piano used at the Conservatory of Music for four years and buys three more for the Conservatory. Samples are shown at the Mat hushek Manufacturing Company office 544 Spruce Street Scranton. The factory is in New Haven Conn and the local salesroom is Spruce Street Scranton.
Readable scraps show a program at Muvle Hall featuring New York Mule Quartetic and Hart ley tonight. The item mentions a Sty course and Buleuny 25 vents with unclear abbreviations and initials.
A clash between Oxford non-unionists and Bellevue miners erupted near the Bellevue and Oxford workings. One non-unionist was cut, others fled toward Oxford mule barn. Investigation by Superintendant Phillips will identify attackers. Mitchell Day parade planned in West Scranton with multiple local unions and Grand Marshal instructions. Twelfth Regiment departs for Sunbury amid preparations for a large turnout.
A Scranton resident, M A Da Thies of North Main Avenue, testifies that Don's Kidney Pills relieved his kidney pain and urinary issues after a fall. He states the pills corrected secretions and brought relief, urging others to try them via Matthews Bros. drugstore and Foster Milburn Co. as sole U.S. agents.
The Scranton boys were afters warls entertained at dinner by the Wikes-Harve team at the Wyoming Valles hotel. Young voters should vote for the young men's candidate, dohm E. Jor dan.
The Scranton Business College night school, claimed as the largest in the country, hosts a music hall program featuring the New York Mile Quartette and Hartley. Attendance in the business department sessions has risen for the third time this season. A YMCA star course is also noted.
A brief note discusses market value and wider demand for diamonds. It mentions addresses and a P O box, but the readable text is fragmented and lacks clear events or names.
City Treasurer F. BARKER collects 1902 city and school tax duplicates. Voters urged to support Doh 2B and Davidson for senator. Endorsement of President Roosevelt noted.
Dr Lindabury Surgeon diseases of women specialist located in 15 Connell building. Office hours from 11 a m to 1 p m and 7 to 8 30 p m.
St Thomas College and Scranton High School played a game in Wilkes Barre resulting in a 6 6 tie as both teams showed moments of strong play. The Keystone Academy players in the crowd and the game featured notable efforts from a few standout individuals.
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