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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1897

Page

10

Woman chief medical examiner named by New York Life firm

Ty Martha Smythe Everitt of Scranton has been appointed chief medical examiner for women in parts of the state by a New York Life Insurance company. The move aims to ease applications by women wary of medical exams, noting that twenty five years ago few women physicians existed. The piece also notes mine cave news in Wilkes-Barre and a gift painting to A. J. Colborn by Reading Patriotic Order Sons of America members, with the painting hung in his Federal building office.

New York Martha Smythe Everitt Unis A. J. Colborn Patriotic Order Sona of America Mr. Colbern Socal Union Camp 89 Reading James Rk. Kenney Scranton Patriotic Order Sons of America John R. Mast A. Helms J. & Smith PD. Dilwrt Rambo Hipple Bros J. George Mints A. F. Smith C. B. Wetherholl George Greenwood C. T. Davis John PR. Jones Ca. Vosbure W. Gasterd Thomas Jones Thomas Bullivan Mr. Jones W. Civ Lord Thomas John Th. Jones Hobathan Thomas Gyigshilis Chadrmuti

Scranton Evening School Grows. Students Secure Jobs

Scranton Business College now numbers over two hundred with many new students expected next week. Harry A. Smith was sent to a position this week. Thomas Evans joined Bellman & Co. in Throop. Stella Von Storch accepted a stenographic post with Hillthory & Co. in Pittston. Night students Martin Gilllavary and H. T. Edwards secured positions. The former works with the Scranton Times and the latter with Mr. J. Collins. Certificated pupil Shirigia showcases rapid development at Mr. Southworth's studio.

Harry A. Smith Thomas Evans Bellman & Co Throop Misa Stella von Storch Hillthory & Co Pittston Martin Gilllavary H. T. Edwards

South Side Campaign Draws Big Crowds Across District

A six mile series of Republican meetings drew large crowds from the Elev enth Ward to Minooka with six speakers visiting multiple halls. Leaders hailed the turnout as inspiring and supportive despite limited party strength in certain areas.

Minooka Harvey Moeller Hell On the Flats

Republican Mass Meetings Held Across Towns Saturday Night

A list of GOP gatherings occurred Saturday night in various locales including Mouth-Hin, Lehich, Delaware and Lackawannin Township with attendees such as J J Susvier, John Rh Pore, William J Schaffer, John Th Jones, W Gaylord Thames, Everett Warren, John M Harris and others noted among meeting sites like Prophets Church Han and Waverly. Local officials and party members attended across multiple districts.

Mouth Hin J. J. Susvier Lehich Nor John Rh Pore Een Lowry John FB Scrip Hiyde Park St. David's Babyton Motel M. Streeter David J. Davis Eny EL Robathin Esq

Mother and son charged with arson in Throop

Mrs James Dodger and her son Anthony Dodge were committed to the county jail after being charged with setting fire to a house in Throop. The hearing occurred before Justice of the Peace James Scott of Throop, with bail set at default.

James Dodger Anthony Dodge

Captain Bunnell Honored at Union Veterans Convention

At the annual convention of the Union Veterans Union Department of Pennsylvania which closed in Harribore yesterday Captain L. M. Munnell of this city was elected state commander the highest office within the gift of the union and the department headquarters will be established here with two Scranton men appointed adjutant general.

Union Veterans’ Union Pennsylvania L. M. Munnell

Scranton Delegates Take Honor in Royal Union Race

Edward L. Hass of Spruce Street won the delegate spot from the royal union, credited with bringing the honor to Scranton. Captain Tunnel was unaware of his candidacy as Major E. G. Barnes of Washington County filled the office.

Eral Edward L. Hass Spruce Street Royal Union Scranton Captain Tunnel 8. G. Barnes Washington County

Selectmen Postpone Meeting for Quorum Shortfall

A planned special meeting of the selectmen was postponed due to lack of a quorum. The agenda included potential lease or purchase of a steamer for Franklin Engine Co, consideration of Cumberland House contract awards, and review of auditing committee's report.

Connell Common Council Franklin Engine Company Cumberland Hare House

Political Pointer Endorses Schadt and Allies Platform

A fragment urges voters to support Schadt and associates, praising McKinley era protection and prosperity while urging defeat of Bryan supporters. It calls for working and voting for Schadt if one believes in the platform, labeling Bryan agents as opposition.

Indore Chicago Schadt Torn McKinley Bryan

Moran Fatally Injured in Dunmore Saloon Fight

Anthony Moran, a young man, was slashed in the left breast by drunken ex-sailor Frank Van Loven during a fight in front of William Zorn’s saloon on Jessup Avenue, Dunmore. Moran lies critically ill at home on Jessup Street as police hunt Van Loven, who fled toward the wet mountain after the attack. Moran was bleeding heavily from an eight inch gash requiring urgent care. Van Loven, a former sailor from New York City, had recently moved to Dunmore and worked at No 1 colliery.

Crezer Frank van Loven Anthony Moran Dunmore Thurreday Moran Jessun Street James Rh. Murphy William Zorn Jessup Avenue van Losen van Liner van Lesen Dr. Murphy Dunmere Polive Healty Pace Hiker Methail van Loren Dunimer New York City Pennsylvania, Coal Company Magen Feeeri Street

Mass of Rock Falls Kills Man at Duryea

Pittsburgh bound report from Pittston Pa says J Mac Donnell a 40 year old married man was killed by a rock fall while robbing pillars on a roadway cut. He observed a dangerous overhang, attempted to dislodge rock with a bar but was struck when it gave way. He died at the scene.

Pittston Paipliek J. MacDonnell Babylon Duryea McDonnell

Scranton Sunday Free Press Promises Big Issue

The Scranton Sunday Free Press announces an upcoming issue packed with a women’s page, confession from Doegart burglars implicating a document, a stolen map from the courthouse, detailed reports on the Duck Street shooting and a Dunmore stabbing, plus new industry news and cartoons.

Doegart Court House Duck Street Dunmore Scranton Steel Mille le Oaming Seranton Scranton Sunday Free Press

Advertising Manager's Melancholy Irony In Ad Page

A Washington Star fragment reveals an advertising manager lamenting the juxtaposition of a prima donna's endorsement with news she has a sore throat and cannot sing. The mood is rueful and reflective about advertising choices and publicity.

Washington Star

Local Music Goods Up for Grabs in Reginas Sale

N A Holbert of 117 Wyoming Avenue reports a large assortment of Reginas with late improvements and tune sheets for various instruments plus music cabinets. Purchasers may choose from a broad stock. Order from H A Hopewell. he is at home now.

N A. Holbert Wyoming Avenue H. A. Hopewell

Eleanor of New York to Exhibit at Hotel Jermyn

Eleanor of New York will exhibit the newest Parisain direcs novelties to Scranton ladies at Hotel Jermyn on Wednesday and Thursday, November 3 and 4.

Eleanor New York Jermyn Scranton Vieloity

Alimony Case Reveals Anti Foreign Sentiment in Court

In a Scranton argument session Clementine Renwick seeks divorce from Robert Renwick citing cruelty and her intolerance of foreigners, especially Englishmen. The panel also heard motion on a note release, arrests under oleomargarine laws, and numerous cases including appeals and new trial petitions.

Arcumint Court Clementine Renwick Robert Renwitck Wellant Knapp John F. Serage Mra Ron Wiek Marthi Renwick Fogether

Court Seals Ballots in Dunmore Election

By order of the court the ballot boxes from the Dunmore election are sealed and held by B. F. Tinkham and M. F. Sando. They will remain in marked packages until the court requires them, as the ballots will be needed next Tuesday.

Dunmore B. F. Tinkham M. F. Sando

Trolley Crew Exonerated After Smithville Inquest

Motorman John James and Conductor Coggins of Beranten Hallway company car were cleared of blame after an inquest in Pittston. Coroner McKee presided as the body’s death, alleged by Polander John Rolandey near Smithville, was found to result from the victim’s condition prior to the collision. Company agent P W Gallagher represented the crew’s interests.

John James Coggins Beranten Hallway Company John Rolandey Smithville McKee Lugerne County Pittston Lemal P. W. Gallagher Tolandese Kit Texty

Ivory Indication Signals Republican Victory Rounds

A fragmented local item notes a Republican win ahead of next Tuesday and mentions an examination for provisional night school teacher certificates set by the Board of Control in November 2 at 1 a.m. under George Howell, Superintendent.

Inez I Ehal Board of Control Rooms George Howell

Scenic rail excursion to Denver via Denver and Rio Grande

Personal travel ad offers weekly departures from Burlington route to Denver in Pullman cars with extensive service. Details for bookings with T A Grady at 21 Clark St Chicago and Twining optician at 125 Penn Ave. additional local listings include Miss Carolyne V Dorsey and a drug advertisement for Bromo Quinine tablets.

Chien.co Lurlington Denver Rio Grande Ry California T. A. Grady Clark St Chicags

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