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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1899

Page

4

Wreck on Lehigh Valley Tunkhannock Wreck Claims Cattle and Freight

A freight wreck west of Tunkhannock on the Lehigh Valley line kills about fifteen cattle and destroys perishable freight including grapes. Nine of twenty cars derail in a rear-end collision at the station area, with damage estimated at 20 000 to 30 000 dollars and cleanup ongoing as wrecking crews work to restore the main tracks.

Scranton Tribune Tunkhannock Olock Caxton

Silver Wedding for N D Cortright Jr and wife

Mauch Chunk observed the silver wedding of Mr. and Mrs. N. D. Cortright Jr at their West Broadway home. The 25 year celebration featured pink and white roses, samilax, ferns, and chrysanthemums with Wikeht lights. Kauffman’s orchestra provided music as guests arrived around 8 pm and refreshments were served through 11:20 pm.

Mauch Chunk N. D. Cortright, Jr West Broadway Otte Cortright S O'Elock Kauffman

Delaware Valley Railroad Revived Amid Fire Threats

In Stroudsburg on October 27 a revival of the Delaware Valley railroad was announced with reorganization led by ex State Senator Joseph H Shull. New officers include J H Shull president W S Shafer treasurer Van C Peters secretary and directors Messrs Shull Shafer Peters Coolbaugh Biloaw berger Pryce and Peters. Capital stock set at 1 million. president predicted construction this year if landowners on the old route aid with right of way as forest fires rage in the Pocono region near Bushkill Pike and surrounding areas.

Stroudsburg Delaware Valley Delaware Valley, Hudson and Lehigh Railroad Deaware Valley Railroad Joseph H. Shull J. H. Shull W. 8. Shafer van C. Peters Wong Pocono Bushkill Pike

Fires North of Sliver Lake Threaten Bushki Area

Fire chased by wind burned near Sliver Lake and moved toward Dineman's, with cave Jews hunters and fishermen suspected of sparking many Pocono fires. County commissioners may take action if flames persist.

Sliver Lake Bushki Dineman

Ex-Governor Pattison Addresses Normal School

Fix Governor Pattison spoke to Normal school students at Stroudaburg chapel. He praised the public school system, lamented teacher shortages, and stressed moral character over advanced study. A reception followed, with plans for a potential commencement address.

Stroudaburg Pattison America George FP Bible Sali Ittisen

Two Men Killed in Windsor Crossing Collision

Special to The Scranton Tribune from Susquehanna Oct 27. Patrick O Rourke and Michael Creegan of Windsor township die in a wagon collision with an Erie locomotive backed down the Gulf Summit line at Windsor Crossing. Both men are survived by wives and multiple children. coroner’s inquest to be held, funerals planned at St John’s Catholic Church, Laurel Hill Cemetery.

Susquehanna Windsor Crossing Broome County N. Y Patrick O'Rourke Michael Creegan Windsor Township Rourke Creegan Erie Frank Robbins Susnehanna Gulf Summit O'Rourke Creecan J. John's Catholic Church Laurel Hill Cemetery

Millane Leaves Susquehanna for Canton Pastoral Work

Special to The Scranton Tribune reports Rev J W Millane leaving Susquehanna for a Canton post. The piece notes Martin Sexton injured by a fall from night express No 12 but expected to recover. A Uniondale farmer A A Tingley seriously hurt after being struck by a train. horse killed and wagon wrecked. Also mentions Pardons board deliberations and various local social notes.

Scranton Tribune Susquehanna J. W. Millane Canton Martin Sexton A. A.tingley Uniondale State Board of Pardons Engen Mire Cook Washington Street Newark N. d Susquehanna Athletic Club Hogan Opera House Doran Carrie O. Rutledge Honesdale Carrie B. Watrous Montrove le Vielting Susquehanna Friends L. A. Phelps Brooklyn Ohio Eric Hose Company Dorane Eric George B. Tiffany Gibson FL Wright Christ Episcopal Church

Wedding of Lulu Hyndman and Alexander Stedman in Pittsburg

Miss Lulu Elma Hyndman daughter of Mr and Mrs Nathan P Hyndman of Pittsburg wed Alexander William Stedman of Mauch Chunk at the Church of the Ascension Pittsburg. The ceremony featured pink and white decor and a large floral altar display. Attendants included Miss Blanche Snowden Harrison maid of honor and three bridesmaids. Best man was Scheetz with ushers Hyndman brothers and cousins among them. Out of town relatives listed.

Mauch Chunk Lulu Elma Hyndman Nathan P. Hyndman Walnut Street Fast End Pittsburg Alexander William Stedman Church of the Ascension Robert W. Grange Napier Blanche Snowden Harrison Eimma Fowler Weeks Josephine Bates Bessie McFarland Stedman Scheetz Hugh Roth Hyndman Theodore Malcolm Hymnman Roy Hyndman Philadelphia Traymond Toth New York TD. Harvey Thompson James W. Hamilton Pittabore FE. K. Hyndman Whita Twiphia He. F. Ross Wilkes-Barre Jessie Roberts Brooklyn Harry Hyndman Scranton Mary Stedman

Mrs Jones Returns Trunks After Parsons Case

Mrs Alice Jones, formerly with George Stephenson, arrived at the district attorney’s office in Wilkes-Barre and reclaimed her trunks. She and her husband were present as she removed Stephenson’s clothing and effects from one trunk. The three trunks were moved to Parsons, while Stephenson’s trunk remains at the district attorney’s office and he stays in the county jail. The grand jury session is slated for next week.

Wilkes-Barre Alice Jones Parsons Liverpool George Stephenson Johnson District Attorney's Office Marty London Stephenson District Attorney's

Avoca Bride and Groom Married in St Marys Church

Margaret Epelman and Anthony Barrett were married at St Marys church with Rev M F Crane officiating. The couple, each attended by relatives, celebrated with a reception at the bride’s mother’s Grove street home. Barrett, a barber, is active in local groups and they have many friends.

Margaret Epelman Anthony Barrett St. Mary's Church M. F. Crane Mary Hoban Thomas Walsh Scranton Indies Grove Street Barrett Avoca Hose Company Sampson Dewey Schiey'a Clara Barton John Frederick Glen Hollister Jardiniere James Ralph May Pearce William Farrell Mary Duffy M. FE. Dion Frank McKenna Nellie Jersey City John Mitchell West Side Mike Margaret Aikman Rucke Township Weat Side William Shiffer Plains Rose Newlin Annie Goodwin M. BE. Howell St. Clair D. R. George Laffin T. J. Curran Thomas Maloney Newport News Catherine Moran North End Thomas McDonald Charles Kellum Ridgeway Elk County Washington

Local notables and events in Tunkhannock area

George Baldwin of Tunkhannock and G J Johnson of Laceyville named as jurors for United States court in Pittsburgh in November. Testimony heard on Meshoppen township road viewers report. Press Association of Northeastern Pennsylvania meets at Laceyville. Brunges and Harding tour canning factory plant in SuarNe Borough. Tunkhannock Water Company annual stockholders meeting set for November 8 at the office.

Tunkhannock George 5. Baldwin G. J. Johnson Laceyville United States Court Pittsburg Meshoppen Township Harding Press Association of Northeastern Pennsylvania R. Brunges N. L. Harding Suzarne Tunkhannock Water Company

Milnesville Strike Sees No Quick Resumption Yet

In Milnesville the strike remains unsettled with little prospect of early operations. A miners bosses committee met manager Frank Pardee to seek uniform treatment for workers and an end to the dispute. The United Mine Workers heard a report from a special committee and will stay out until Superintendent Harvey is restored to his former position.

Wilkes-Barre Milnesville Frank Pardee United Mine Workers Harvey

Clare's Green Neighborhood News Brief

Harry J. Austin of New York visits the family of J. B. Austin and Hayden Austin from Scranton stayed with them Sunday. Judson Cope moves into Scranton under jurisdiction of Superintendent Russell. Samuel Polhaomus and family relocate to the West Side. Lanrey Smith visits for business. Warm weather spurs home improvements as Lutsey, B. Jones, and Joseph Ribble upgrade properties. Local wells run low and a new steel ceiling at the Methodist church is being painted.

Hayden Austin Scranton J. B. Austin Judson Cope Russell Lackawanna Samuel Polhaomus Familly West Side Lanrey Smith Lutsey B. Jones Joseph Ribble Alee

Wool Knitting Mill to Open At Honesdale

The Wool Knitting mill of Brown & Kiakeny near Honesdale plans start up soon with machinery for fifteen workers. The plant will primarily produce wool knit ladies undergarments.

Honesiale Brown & Kiakeny

Death of Mrs Alice Drienbach in Chicago to be interred here

Wilkes Barre reports the death of Mrs Alice Drienbach widow of C W Drilesbach of this city who died suddenly in Chicago Thursday night. The remains will be brought home for burial and the funeral will be from the home of her mother Mrs Mary Eastertine 77 South Washington street. Deceased was born and lived in Wilkes Barre for most of her life. In Jam-

Wilkes-Barre Alice Drienbach W. Drilesbach Chicago Mary Eastertine South Washington Street Jam

Miss Grace Whitney Hosts Book Party In Honesdale

Grace Whitney entertained about twenty young ladies at a book party at her home on Thursday evening. Light refreshments were served. The notes mention planned topics and local social activity in Honesdale.

Scranton Tribune Honesdale Grace Whitney William H. Swift Delaware and Hudson Texas Fire Company No. 4 Krantz Hall Erie Railroad New York Wade Finn Scranton U. G. Ridgeway Crystal Lake

Green goods episode nets bail for suspect in Trenton

George Lop is held in 1000 bail on a green goods charge after Police Justice Jackson and witness Freeland from Boise City Idaho are detained. Freeland confesses to Detective Pilger that he came to Trenton to meet Lee to circulate letters. They left for New York where the deal would be completed, but the detective intercepted and arrested them before the train moved out of the county.

Trenton N. J Qvi George Lop Jackson Nelson Freeland Boise City Idaho Freeland Pilger Lee Youneegay New York

Markets Show Strength then Sliding Pull in New York

The New York market opened strong with broad activity but late selling trimmed gains and pushed prices below the previous night. Investors fretted over an expected bank statement and took profits after a week of gains, with rail stocks in the south and southwest showing notable strength while metal and iron steel issues lagged. Total volume reached 526,400 shares as bonds softened late, with several local Scranton listings noted in the day’s trading.

New York Louisville and Southern Railway Missouri Pacific Mobile and Ohio Chesapeake and Ohio Texas Pacific Bt. Louis Southwestern Baltimore and Ohio Atchison Preferred Northern Pacific Manhattan Republic Steel General Electric la Cleche Gas Tennessee Coal Chicago United States

Scranton Wholesale Market Listing Fragment

Fragmentary entry from a Scranton wholesale market listing shows prices for dairy goods and produce. Figures include butter and cheese related items, beans, onions, potatoes, and flour with varied per unit and per box pricing.

Scranton H. G. Dale Leckawanna Avenue Iyc

Philadelphia Market Report Mixed Grain and Goods

The Philadelphia market notes firmer corn and oats with various grades listed. Butter and cotton show varied movement while cheese remains unchanged. Live poultry remains firm with some higher quality lots, and several minor items hint at steady or improved prices.

Philadelphia New York Western Do Southern Lee

Poultry and Grain Receipts and Shipments Reported

A local market note lists springchickings and various fowl categories with fair to good quality, plus a barley mix and turkey lines. Receipts include 6000 barrels of flour and 10 sacks, 17000 bushels of corn, 100 bushels of oats, and 11000 of another grain. Shipments show wheat 6000, corn 345000, oats 700.

Yalde Drosseil Udle

New York Flour Market Shows Mixed Qualities

The New York flour market remains firm for low grades while higher qualities stay steady amid fluctuating wheat prices. Spot wheat prices for No. 2 red and No. 1 northern show varied readings as futures and options begin weak to mixed, with near term declines and a cautious tone across elevator markets.

New York Duluth Bulter—Pirm Western Creamery Mate Ibsies June Whywslee State Dalew Crewmery

Chicago Grain and Produce Summary Amid Market Fluctuations

Market notes show poor closing for day and December contracts as oversupply and weak export demand weighed on prices. Quotations list various grains and commodities with minor changes, highlighting flour steady and pork, lard, and fats holding near prior levels amid thin activity.

Chicago Ort. Sr Sadiahdh Whlhlees Gut Boat Sramuliitenl Ghee

Mist Liberty Cattle Market Notes Reflect Odd Listings

The fragment shows scattered terms likely from a livestock market listing: cattle, lambs, hogs, prime and common grades, various odd codes, prices like 2.70, and mentions of sheep and lamb quality. No clear event or names emerge.

York

Market Prices and Varied Livestock Quotes in New York

Historical market notes show mixed livestock values and commodity listings with prices in flux. Cows and bull categories appear alongside other unspecific items as traders note varying demand on an October day in New York.

Veal Firm Sought After by Local Cattle Producers

Fragmentary OCR text suggests a local market note on veal supply and pricing. Mentions names Moet Gusters Basia Hoe and Basia Hoe helpers, units like 84 percent, 4.40 and 45 million figures, and references to car counts and timing. The readable items imply a trade or auction context with unclear entities and amounts.

Moet Gensha Sterdy Basia Tanadan Hoop Wethors

Unclear historical market brief highlights price shifts

Fragmentary OCR notes mention demand for recent price advances and early trading of grades. References to locales and figures are garbled, but imply ongoing movement in futures or commodity markets with price volatility and deposits. The text preserves scattered names and numbers without a clear event or outcome.

Fragmentary Market Notes On Livestock Trade

An unreadable OCR fragment describes sheep trade values and volumes with scattered figures. Mentions include prices around 1.26 and 1.50060 and references to sheep counts and yearlings, though many terms are garbled.

Mina

Unclear OCR fragment hints at balance and bid notes

Readable text shows credit balances and certificate bids, with references to averages and monetary figures, but details are fragmented and unspecified.

Incident near Pleaguns’ Mill injures local worker

Necral incident near Pleaguns Mill in Macon County injures Joan Hobinson, a local employee. The victim, described as a necro, is expected to recover. Police report indicates operator from Twikes County was involved. details unclear but accident occurred a few days ago.

Macon Pleaguns Twikes County Joan Hobinson Robinson

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